(607NewsNow) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these top picks for fun activities in the area:

Movie Night: Wicked:

Head to the Newfield Public Library for a free movie and popcorn at 6:00 p.m. this Friday, February 21st.  “Wicked”, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy, and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda. Visit the NCPL website here for more information.

Cheese & Thank You! Event at Hopshire Farm & Brewery:

Celebrate Ithaca Teacher Appreciation Week at Hopshire with a special beer & cheese event this Saturday, February 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Meet and greet the artisans behind some of New York State’s most delicious cheeses, enjoy tastings, and purchase your favorites directly from the creameries. Find out which local creameries are participating here.

Flight of Fancy at Ithaca College’s Ford Hall:

Revel in the connection between birdsong and music with the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra this Saturday, February 22nd at 7:30 p.m. From a “peckish” Haydn Symphony to the moving Jocylyn Morlock’s Solace, from Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending, featuring the CCO’s very own Christina Bouey, to the recorded sounds of the Arctic Circle in Einojuhani Rautavaara’s Concerto for Birds and Orchestra, take a musical journey in celebration of birds. Find more information here.

Sister Funk at Argos Warehouse:

On Sunday, February 23rd, Sister Funk will take the stage at Argos Warehouse at 4:00 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Ithaca Pride Alliance. Sister Funk is a rock-country, folk-pop band based in New Haven, CT, whose electrifying performances have captivated audiences nationwide for nearly 20 years. Find out more about the event on the Downtown Ithaca website here.

Drop Spindle Workshop:

This Sunday, February 23rd at noon, join SewGreen in exploring the history and mechanics of spinning, and use a drop spindle to create your very own yarn in this beginner drop spindle workshop. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or crocheter looking to expand your skills or entirely new to the world of fiber crafts, this workshop is for you. Find more information on SewGreen’s website here.