Weekend Activities in the Westwood Area: 15-17

It's almost Friday, and you say you’ve got no idea what to do this weekend?

No problem. Westwood Patch is to help. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks for the activities to hit and new events.

1.

Where/When: 1601 Main St, Walpole; Friday, April 15: 6 p.m.
Why Go: Celebrate one of Westwood's own. The Westwood Police Relief Association welcomes friends of Westwood Police Lieutenant Robert O’Donnell to attend a retirement party in his honor to be held at Raffael's in Walpole.
Pricing: A buffet dinner is planned and tickets are available for $40 by contacting Joe Vinci, Paul Sicard, or Paul Toland at 781-320-1054.

2. 

Where/When: , 220 Nahatan St, Westwood (Little Theater); Saturday, April 16: 2-4 p.m.
Why Go: The New York Times best-selling author will read from her memoir, "This Is Not The Story You Think It Is: A Season of Unlikely Happiness." A Q&A session and book signing will follow.
Pricing: Free.

3.

Where/When: , 1147 Central Ave, Needham; Saturday, April 16, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Why Go: Come celebrate Needham's official flower - The Pansy. The event will include sales of books, gifts, and pansies. 
Pricing: Admission is free for members, $5.00 for non-members.

4.

Where/When: Plugged In, 214 Garden St., Needham; Saturday, April 16 & Sunday, April 17
Why Go: Students who participate in the workshop will learn more about the programs and services offered by the West End House. Participants will write songs based on what they learn and record a CD.
Pricing: N/A

5.

Where/When: 108 Robbins Rd, Walpole (VFW Hall, just off Route 27, next to Eleanor Johnson Middle School); Saturday, April 16, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Why Go: Local artisans will bring a blend of unique crafts from jewelry to paper crafts, doll clothes, handbags, homemade soaps, candles and more.
Pricing: Adults $1; Seniors .50; Kids free.