Weekend Planner: Bike Festival, Family Fun Day

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

Birmingham Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time.

1. 
   Where: Downtown Birmingham
   When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday
   Why Go: After choking on car exhaust fumes the past month, Birmingham is celebrating non-motorized transportation with its first annual bike festival. The event includes a half-mile cycling race for amateurs and professionals through downtown, bike inspections, a "kids corral" and various activities and local vendors.
2. 
   Where:
   When: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday
   Why Go: The Central Birmingham Residents Association will  hold a family fun day Saturday to raise funds for the iMatter program at . The day will include games and prizes, crafts, a police and fire truck and food.
3. 
   Where:
   When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday
   Why Go: The Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the library Friday. To schedule an appointment, call 313-549-7041 though walk-ins are welcome. Also, 16-year-olds are allowed to donate this year if they meet the health and weight requirements, plus have a Red Cross Consent form completed by a legal guardian.
4. 
   Where:
   When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday
   Why Go: The Birmingham jeweler will host a special Italian Collection trunk show Friday and Saturday. Schubot advises for best service and selection to call ahead at 1-800-724-8268.
5. 
   Where: at 2184 S.Telegraph Road in Bloomfield Township
   When: 7 p.m. Friday
   Why Go: Pianist Matthew Ball, also known as the "Boogie Woogie Kid," and jazz guitarist Rob Bourassa will perform Friday night. Tickets are $10 for adults (children are free) and reservations are required by calling 1-248-334-0566.