Pancakes, Ice Skates, Mice and Quarter Horses: We've Got Your Weekend Planner

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

Lake Saint Louis 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: , 910 Main Plaza Dr, Wentzville, MO 63385

When:   Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday nights from 8 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Why go? Prove to your significant other that you really know a Salchow from a Lutz.

Cost: $5 admission, $4 seniors, children three and under free with paid adult; $2 skate rental; concessions available

Where: , 260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters, MO 63376

When: 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 13

Why Go? Well, it's not bacon, but you can't beat sausage paired with syrupy pancakes.

Cost: $5 Adults/$1 Kids 12 and under

Where: St. Peters Rec-Plex, 5200 Mexico Rd, Saint Peters, MO 63376

When: 5:30 p.m., Sunday, March 13

Why Go? Get in shape for Lake Saint Louis' big triathlon this summer!

Cost: $15 in advance/$20 day of event

Where: 12365 St Charles Rock Rd, Bridgeton, MO 63044 (Machinist's Hall)

When: Saturday, March 12

Why Go? Fundraiser for the Burns Recovered Support Group. Family-friendly!

Cost: $25 for adults; children under 12 $15. For those wishing to participate in Texas Hold 'Em the entry fee is $50 (includes admission into the Mouse Races). Admission includes all the fun activities, appetizers, beer and soda.

March to the Arch Quarter Horse Show

Where: , 6880 Lake Saint Louis Boulevard

When: March 10 - 13. Classes start at 7:30 a.m.

Why Go? Quarter Horses are the Mr. Versatility of the horse world, doing everything from rodeo and cowboy-type riding to jumping and other English disciplines.

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