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What's Up This Weekend: Lego Party, Kitty Adoption Day, Etc.

From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.

Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place today and tomorrow to help you make the most of your weekend. Click on the headline of each for more information.

Second Sunday Family Program: The Art of Origami

Where: Greenwich Historical Society, 39 Strickland Rd, Cos Cob

When: Sunday, January 13, 2013, 12:00 pm

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Cost: $5.00

Description: Take a 20-minute, family-friendly tour of Bush-Holley House, learn about Japanese artist and illustrator Genjiro Yeto (who was often in residence at Bush-Holley House) and find out how Japanese art influenced Cos Cob art colony artists in many ways. To continue learning about Japanese art, families may drop in at the Vanderbilt Education Center any time before or after their tours and choose from three origami projects: a jumping frog, a colorful box or an origami tower.

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Connecticut Author Talk: The Inheritance of Greatness, by Christopher Michael Holms

Where: Trumbull Library, 33 Quality St., Trumbull

When: Sunday, Jan. 13, 2-4 p.m.

Cost: Drop In, Free

Description: A private meditation at the death of the Holm’s grandfather blossomed into a novel:  the creation of Thomas Carver and the book The Inheritance of Greatness.  Thomas Carver is a 14-year-old Fairfield boy in 1809, struggling with neighborhood bullies and his own identity.  He comes to understand, with his grandfather as mentor, how to complete his coming of age.  Drop in.  Copies for sale and signing! 

Round Hill Country Dances 

Where: North Stamford Congregational Church, 31 Cascade Rd, Stamford, CT | Get Directions »

When: Saturday, January 12, 2013, 7:30 pm

Cost: $12 ($10 w/ student ID, $3 for 12 & under)

Description: All are welcome!  Just the live music is worth the price of admission. The dancing starts at 7:30 with a short beginner lesson for those new to contradance. Then we dance from 8 to 11 pm with a break around 9:30 to enjoy refreshments and socializing. Comfortable clothing and soft-soled, low-heeled shoes suggested (no spikes!)

Kitty Adoption Day

Where: PETCO, 431 Westport Ave # 1, Norwalk, CT | Get Directions »

When: Saturday, January 12, 2013, 12:00 pm

Cost: Free!

Description: The event is hosted by Community Cats.

Fairfield: Block Party at the Discovery Museum

Where:

When: Saturday, Jan. 12 and Sunday, Jan. 13 - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Cost: $9.50 for adults, $8 for children, seniors, and college students with school ID. Kids under 2 are free.

Description: Discover the science of LEGO® bricks through hands-on activities and workshops.

Weston: "Weston Yesterday" Exhibit

Where: Weston Historical Society, 104 Weston Rd, Weston, CT

When: 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12 (click the headline for more dates)

Cost: Free

Description: Have you ever been curious about Weston's past?  It's fascinating, and you'll have an opportunity to take a look back in time at Weston's colorful history this weekend, and throughout the month of January at the Historical Society.

Easton: Exploring Connecticut’s Natural Wonders

Where: Easton Library, 691 Morehouse Rd, Easton, CT

When: 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12

Cost: Free

Description: Brendan Hanrahan will give an intriguing presentation on “Exploring Connecticut’s Natural Wonders: Contributions of local people, places and discoveries." This award-winning program “Exploring Connecticut’s Natural Wonders” focuses on the bounty of our state’s natural history.

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