Get Out: Weekend Planner, Nov. 18-20

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Renton Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work, outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

• Where/When: 6-9 p.m. on Fri, Nov. 18 at .
• Why Go: Visit Luther's Table this Friday night for a reception for this month's artist of the month, Norman Petersen. Enjoy light refreshments, mingle with friends, meet the artist, and view his stunning collection. Get a preview of his work here.
• Pricing: Admission is free.

• Where/When: 7-10 p.m. on Fri, Nov. 18 at .
• Why Go: Ladies, grab your girlfriends and head over to Renton's very own local winery, Cedar River Cellars for their 'Ladies Night In' this Friday evening. Appetizers will be provided, but feel free to bring your own to share. Wine will be available to taste and purchase throughout the night.
• Pricing: No tasting fee. RSVP at info@CedarRiverCellars.com.

Tree Lighting & Train Rides at The Landing

• Where/When: Sat, Nov. 19 from 4-7 p.m. at .
• Why Go: Kick off the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony, $1 train rides for the kids, live reindeer, choral music, face painting and more. The 40-foot tree will be lit at 6 p.m. Don't miss out!
• Pricing: The tree lighting event is free, train rides are $1.

• Where/When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Sat, Nov. 19 at .
• Why Go: Help support the RTC Student Emergency Fund and get some of your holiday shopping done at the same time this Saturday at Renton Technical College's Rummage Sale. At the sale you'll find lightly used shoes, boots, gloves, belts, purses, clothes, backpacks, camping gear, cameras, paintings, small furniture, toys, and much more.
• Pricing: Admission is free.

• Where/When: 7 p.m. Sun, Nov. 20 at the .
• Why Go: This ain't your mama's cabaret! Aunt Dottie & Nephew Aaron will be bringing their unique brand of all–ages improv, comedy and music to the Renton Civic Theater this Sunday. Not sure what to expect form Aunt Dottie's Sing-Along? Check out this YouTube clip to get an idea of what you're in for.  
• Pricing: A portion of the proceeds will go to the Red Cross.