Three for Thursday

My 7-year-old twins refer to Thursday at Junior Friday. I'm all for it, as I love spending the weekends with my family. Lucky for us, we live in an area where something fun is always going on. Who can complain when your biggest problem is figuring which fun thing to do? We at CURRENTS like to help folks with this problem by recommending activities for the weekend. Below are are top three choices for this weekend. Enjoy!

Halloween in Huntersville & Fireworks Spooktacular (October 21) Enjoy live music, balloon twisters, airbrush tattoos, magicians, bounce houses, Halloween crafts, Springfree Trampoline and local craft vendors. Food trucks and beverages will be available for purchase. End the event by enjoying fireworks at 7:15 p.m. (weather permitting). 4 p.m. Free. Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, www.huntersville.org.

All Hallows Eve Family Day (October 21) Dress in your best Halloween costumes and trick or treat around Latta Plantation. Play games, see historical demonstrations and meet the friendly farm animals while you visit. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $9, $8 students and seniors, children 5 and under are free. Historic Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, www.lattaplantation.org.

Fifth Annual Laketoberfest Music & Brew Festival (October 21) (pictured below) Enjoy beer from local North Carolina breweries in addition to food truck fare, music from local bands, a kids’ zone with crafts and games, and more. 4-9 p.m. Free. Bailey Road Park, Cornelius, www.cornelius.org.