Top five things to do this weekend

We’ve got music, patriotism, parties and giveaways in our picks for this weekend’s top five events.
Funcoast
Nov 7, 2012

1. High Roller Happy Hour at Sandusky State Theatre
Why you should go: There are only two High Roller Happy Hours left! Join us from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8 at the Sandusky State for your chance to win awesome prizes. The High Roller Happy Hours are your only chance to win tickets on the Fun Bus, which will be taking all of our high roller winners to and from the Hollywood Casino in Toledo on Dec. 1.
WHEN: 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8
WHERE: Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
COST: Free
INFO: editor@funcoast.com

2. Firelands Symphony Orchestra’s “An American Salute”
Why you should go: The Firelands Symphony Orchestra celebrates Veterans Day early this year with its “An American Salute” show. The patriotic pops concert features a variety of acts including Lincoln historian and impersonator Jim Getty.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10
WHERE: Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
COST: $25-$28 (students with school ID, veterans of the armed services and active duty personnel with military IDs get in free)
INFO: 419-626-1950 or www.sanduskystate.com

3. Girls’ Night Out
Why you should go: We know GNO isn’t until next week, but you’ll definitely want to purchase your tickets for this awesome event by this weekend. In its eighth consecutive year, Girls’ Night Out is gearing up for another night of fun, all while donating the funds to help benefit local cancer patients. GNO is a favorite event in the area, and one you won’t want to miss. With jewelry, food samples, raffles and more, we know we’ll be there.
WHEN: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14
WHERE: Kalahari Resort, 7000 Kalahari Drive, Sandusky
COST: $45/Ticket
INFO: www.girlsnightoutcharity.com

4. Chelle in Wonderland
Why you should go: It’s a birthday party with booze, live music, cupcakes and more, who wouldn’t want to go? Enjoy live music by local bands spanning in styles from hip-hop to metal, and side show performers showing off all sorts of skills.
WHEN: 7 p.m.-2 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10
WHERE: The Underground, 224 E. Water Street, Sandusky
COST: $5 for adults 21 years old and older and $8 for anyone under 21 years old
INFO: www.facebook.com/www.undergroundsandusky.com or our Chelle in Wonderland Story

5. Trent Jeffcoat and Bryan Carr at The Listening Room
Why you should go: Enjoy the musical stylings of Trent Jeffcoat and Bryan Carr at Port Clinton’s newest music venue. This show is sure to be a great time. Plus there are specials going on for this show. Attendees will have the first opportunity to purchase tickets or packages to all of The Listening Room’s New Year’s Eve events, and there is a special going on for this weekend that includes admission to either of the shows, four drink tickets and a hotel room for only $59.
WHEN: 6 & 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday, Nov. 9 & 10
WHERE: The Listening Room (located inside the OurGuest Inn & Suites), 220 East Perry St., Port Clinton
COST: free (two drink minimum) 
INFO: 419-734-7050 or thelisteningroompc.com our Trent Jeffcoat and Bryan Carr Story