Weekend Roundup March 18-20

Just when it seemed certain that we were likely to enjoy an early spring, Minnesota decided to remind us that March is still firmly snow and cold weather in the northern states. Weekend temperatures are expected to be in the upper 30s, possibly hitting into the low 40s, which seems chilly on the tails of last weekend's warmth, but is actually about average for this time of year. There is also a chance for some mixed precipitation. While it's not time to stow away your winter clothes and pull out the flip flops just yet, there are plenty of fun things to do this weekend.

• Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30PM, catch the Paradise Community Theater's performance of The Odd Couple at the Paradise Center for the Arts.
• Start off your Saturday morning with a hike! The Faribault Flyers, Bike, Hike and Ski Club are having community hikes at 9:15AM each Saturday in February and March. Meet at Bernie’s Grill parking lot or email Fboflyers@gmail.com for more information.
• The 4-H Ambassadors host an Easter Egg Hunt at 10:30AM at the Rice County 4-H Building on the fairgrounds. The event is free and open to kids in second through fifth grades. Bring your own basket, and dress to be outside.
• The River Bend Nature Center is hosting a Maple Syrup Open House on Saturday from 2-4PM. Cost is free and it's open to all ages.
• The Rice County Historical Society is hosting a historic movie night at the Village Family Theater at 3PM on Saturday and is showing The Quiet Man starring John Wayne.