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Weekend Planner: Glass Pumpkins, Hallowe'en and Get Your Heart Racing

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It's the end of the week. You're bored. You want something to do. Dearborn, you've come to the right place.

Here are some of the highlights of the week.

1. HALLOWE'EN AT GREENFIELD VILLAGE

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Where/When: , 6:30-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 6:30-8 p.m. Sundays Oct. 14-30

Why Go: This do-not-miss event of the season gives visitors the chance to see the village all decked out for Halloween, with costumed characters, jack-o-lanterns galore and activities for the whole family.

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Pricing: $12.75-15

2. GET YOUR HEART RACING

Where/When: Ford Motor Company Dearborn Development Center, 115 Village Drive; 1:30-9 p.m. Saturday

Why Go: Raise funds to combat heart disease with the Henry Ford Health System, while getting to participate in once-in-a-lifetime activities at the Ford Test Track.

Pricing: $500-2,500

3. GLASS PUMPKIN FEST

Where/When: , 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Why Go: Decorate your home with these unique glass pumpkins. And if you want to get the first pick, attend the Preview Party on Thursday evening.

Pricing: Free to attend, but pumpkin prices vary

4.

Where/When: , 12-5 p.m. Saturday

Why Go: Learn about fire safety, grab some free grub and stop by the pumpkin patch while you're there. Donations will be accepted for the Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive.

Pricing: Free, with donations accepted

5. RUMMAGE AND BAKED GOODS SALE

Where/When: , 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 12-4 p.m. Sunday

Why Go: Pick up some unique goods (and maybe some tasty ones, too!) at this event, while supporting the church.

Pricing: Free to attend, but prices of items vary

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