Get a head start on your weekend plans. Check out our picks (listed here in no particular order). If you attend one or more, let us know your thoughts. We'd love to hear from you. 

1. Big Run Hunter — The acoustic guitar player hits the stage at The Blue Note Grill Friday at 8pm. Mentored by Guitar Gabriel and inspired by the great B.B. King, he's sure to put on a mesmerizing show. Tickets are $5. For more information call 401-1979 or click here. 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd. 

2. Yoga in the Park — If you're tired and stressed out from the long work week, release some of the stress Saturday at Durham Central Park. Yoga instructors hold classes at 9am. Be sure to bring a mat or towel and water. For more information contact Jewel Wheeler at 660-6535 or 493-5220. 534 Foster St. 

3. Jazz at Beyú Caffé — Grab a bite to eat, nibble on a piece of dessert or enjoy a cup of coffee while listening to some smooth jazz at Beyú Caffé today at 8pm. This week's guest is the Victor Moore Trio. For more information call 683-1058 or click here. 335 W. Main St.  

4. Seussical — Be prepared to be dazzled by the youth performers of Barriskill Dance Theatre as they take their turn at the Broadway smash musical. They will bring to life the characters of Dr. Suess books through song and dance on Friday at 8pm, Saturday at 2pm and 8pm and Sunday at 2pm. The shows are at Duke's Page Auditorium. Tickets are $12. For more information call 684-4444 or click here. 

5. ADF Musicians Concert — Everyone talks about the dancers and choreographers of the American Dance Festival, but we can't forget the brilliant musicians that accompany the theatrical performances. Friday at 8pm instrumentalists and vocalists will take the stage at Reynolds Industries Theater for an unforgettable performance. Tickets are $22. For more information call 684-4444 or click here. 125 Science Dr. 

Check out this weekend's best bets. There's something for everyone — dance, crafts, movies and, even, bubbles (Yes, I said bubbles). If you attend one or more of these cool happenings, drop us a line. We'd love to hear from you.

African American Dance Ensemble1. American Dance Festival — The African American Dance Ensemble kicks off the ADF's 2010 season with performances Thursday-Saturday at 8pm in the Reynolds Industries Theater at Duke University. The ensemble combines African traditions and music with high energy to create an electrifying performance. Tickets are $27. For more information on the festival click here or call 684-6402. 125 Science Dr.

2. Herb, Garden and Craft Festival — Don't miss this annual festival featuring herb and craft vendors, food, music, a tour of the Homestead and lots of fun. Saturday's festival is from 10am-4pm at the Duke Homestead. For more information click here or call 477-5498. 2828 Duke Homestead Rd.

3. Bubble Blitz Festival — Enjoy a bubblelicious day at the Museum of Life and Science on Saturday from 10am-4pm. Bring the kiddies and learn about bubbles through demos, experiments and hands-on activities. The event is free with museum admission ($9.50-$12.50). For more information click here or call 220-5429. 433 W. Murray Ave.

4. Classic Crime Noir Film Series — Catch a flick at The Carolina Theatre this weekend. The film series starts Friday and runs through next Thursday. The feature movies include The Third Man, Elevator to the Gallows, Diabolique and Diva. Individual tickets are $8 and a four-movie pass is $20. For more information click here or call 560-3030. 309 W. Morgan St.

5. Movie Night at The Pinhook — Just in time for the 2010 World Cup, The Pinhook is screening classic World Cup moments with Duke's Laurent Dubois as a part of its A Month of Sports Movies series on Saturday from 6-7:30pm. For more information click here or call 667-1100. 117 W. Main St.

Bayou-inspired musician Adrian Duke performs Friday night at Papa Mojo's Roadhouse.The weekend has (almost) arrived, and I’m thrilled. Unfortunately, I’ll be leaving the Bull City Friday for a trip to Virginia and Maryland to visit family. So you'll have to enjoy some or all of these weekend happenings and tell me all about them come Monday.

There are some cool, inspiring and, of course, fun events going on in our city. Here are five sure bets. 

1. sladesign Fashion Show V — It's Fashion Friday at Golden Belt. Check out designer Marcela Slade’s newest collections of skirts, dresses, tops and tees at 7:30pm. The collection is a blend of local, European and South American styles. Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese and meet Marcela after the show. All items will be available for purchase. Golden Belt (Building 2), 807 E. Main St.; Free; 967-7700

2. Faith City Come Alive — Changing A Generation with Faith Assembly Christian Center is hosting a fundraiser concert featuring gospel artists J. Moss and Damita Haddon Friday at 7:30pm. Cynthia Jones, John Thorpe and Family, Warren Caldwell and the FACC Praise Team also will perform. Proceeds will help Changing A Generation prevent juvenile delinquency by developing a broad range of family centered services and an environment of education excellence. Come out and support. Carolina Theatre, 309 W. Morgan St.; $31 and $51; 560-3030  

3. Dancing for the Camera — The 14^th Annual American Dance Festival Dancing for the Camera: International Festival of Film and Dance runs through the entire weekend. The festival, directed and curated by Douglass Rosenburg, features over 32 works, including 9 U.S. premieres and eight world premieres. Program one is Friday at 8pm, program 3 is Saturday at 8pm and program 4 is Sunday at 10am in Duke’s White Lecture Hall. Program 2 is at 11am in the Nasher Museum. Duke University (White Lecture Hall), 113 Campus Dr. and Nasher Museum, 2001 Campus Dr.; Free; 684-6402

4. Adrian Duke Projek — Adrian Duke resides in Hillsborough, but after hearing him play the piano and sing, you will swear he's from New Orleans. His music is undeniably the blues but it also blends funk, jazz and R&B. While you’re listening to some great music on Friday at 9:30pm, enjoy some of Papa Mojo’s Roadhouse authentic Cajun Creole cooking and you will surely believe you’re down on Bourbon Street. Papa Mojo’s Roadhouse, 5410-Y Highway 55; $8; 361-2222

5. Duke Multiple Myeloma Bike Ride — Bike for a cause this Saturday at 8am. The 50K or 100K road bike ride is in honor of patients with multiple myeloma and their families. According to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, multiple myeloma is a blood disease. It’s a cancer of the plasma cells (an important part of the immune system). Donations are used to support research against multiple myeloma at Duke University. Both rides start at the North Pavilion at Duke University Hospital and travel west through Duke Forest. The 100K ride continues into rural Orange County before returning to the hospital. Duke University Hospital, 2301 Erwin Rd.; $40; 452-9808

Go out and enjoy one or more of these events for me!  Then, drop me a line to let me know your thoughts.