Get Out: Potomac Picks for the Weekend of July 22 - 24

Wondering what to do this (hot!) July weekend? Check out Patch for fun activities, entertainment and things to do for you, your family or your friends. Get ready for the weekend!

1.

Where/When: Bethesda, Chevy Chase (and Potomac), through Sunday, July 24.

Why go: Try a new restaurant or new dishes at a favorite and save in this week-long event featuring 2-course lunch and 3-course dinner specials. (Specials also featured at Potomac restaurants Bezu, Old Angler's Inn and others).

Pricing: $20 lunch, $30 dinner.

2. The Wizard of Oz (starring puppets)

Where/When: Friday, July 22, 10:00 am, Glen Echo Park (continuing Saturday and Sunday, morning and afternoon show.)

Why go: Re-visit and introduce your kids to a childhood favorite, presented by The Puppet Co.

Price: $10

3. The Magic of Music

Where/When: The Washington Conservatory of Music, Glen Echo Park location, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Saturday, July 23, 1:30 and 3:00 p.m.

Why go: "Musico the Magnificent" and musical guests entertain in a music and magic show that's also a fun introduction to music.

Price: $10

4.

Where/When: Butler's Orchard, 22222 Davis Mill Rd., Germantown (and 11 other farms in Montgomery County—see website for a complete list); Saturday and Sunday, July 23 and 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Why Go: Visit Montgomery County's beautiful farms and enjoy the fresh produce and animals. arm Tour. Visit the tour's website for more details. 

Price: Free.

5. Parent & Tot Bargain Skate

Where/When: Cabin John Ice Rink, 10610 Westlake Dr., Rockville, Friday, July 22, 10:15 a.m.– 11:15 a.m.

Why go: Parents and toddlers can skate for a low fee which includes admission and skate rental.

Price: $3.50 (per toddler).