Take a moment to exhale this weekend. We’ve curated plans for couples, friends and families so you don’t have to! This is all the information you need in a step-by-step guide to make your planning easier.

It’s a Date!
Friday, Jan. 4

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Photo by Marco Borggreve

This orchestra salute to Vienna is a lively way to welcome the New Year.

Celebrate 2019 without the crowds or the midnight deadline. Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert at Symphony Hall is a lavish orchestral celebration by the Strauss Symphony of America, which recreates the golden age of Vienna with singing, dancing and delights for all your senses. This year’s program features Strauss waltzes performed by champion ballroom dancers, powerful melodies from operettas performed by acclaimed European singers, a touch of ballet and, of course, a live symphony soundtrack.

Symphony Hall
8 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Starts at $39 per person
301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston
Limited street parking, Symphony T stop

Then What?  

Courtesy Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar/Facebook

Espresso or bubbly at Jaho? You can find both here.

Walk five minutes to the newest location of Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar across from the Prudential Center. A local company founded in Salem, Jaho offers craft beers, wines and cocktails, as well as coffee drinks. Relax in front of the fire with your favorite beverage or sip at the chic, circular marble bar. If you’re in the mood for something sweet try the flan, which is made from the owner’s family recipe, or any of the other fresh baked goods.

Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar
6:30 a.m.–12 a.m.
Wine $9–$15, Cocktails $10–$15
116 Huntington Ave., Boston
Limited street parking, Prudential Center T stop

Friends Zone
Sunday, Jan. 6

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Stay true to those New Year resolutions with a yoga class at FoMu in the South End. FoMu is a local company that makes plant-based, small-batch desserts (most notably ice cream) from natural ingredients. After your toning yoga session it would be only fair, and convenient, to reward yourself with a scoop of salted caramel or George Howell cold brew, made from, you guessed it, George Howell coffee.

FoMu South End
10 a.m.–11 a.m.
$10 per person
655 Tremont St., Boston
Limited street parking, Tremont St at West Brookline St stop on the 43 bus

Then What?

Photo from Olives and Grace website

Olives and Grace offers artworks and goods by local makers.

Keep that local love flowing with some shopping at Olives and Grace, just a two-minute walk down the street from FoMu. They source high-quality goods created by local makers. It’s a great way to find unique items like a huge, soft blanket that says “Good at Naps” or a handmade incense burner. Even better, Olives and Grace is woman owned so you know you’re supporting both the community and women in business.

Olives & Grace
11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Gifts $20 and up
623 Tremont St., Boston
Limited street parking, Tremont St at West Brookline St stop on the 43 bus

Family Fun
Saturday, Jan. 5

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Allow your kids to take a “Three Musketeers” obsession to the next level with this free youth fencing class at Boston Fencing Club. Class starts with a fun warm-up game, then kids (ages 7 to 12) will learn the basics of fencing footwork and actions, and, then, they’ll get to actually fence. Kids should wear long athletic pants and tennis shoes and parents are required to sign a waiver before class.

Boston Fencing Club
10 a.m.–11 a.m.
Free admission
100 Holston St., Boston
On-site parking, Boston Landing Commuter Rail stop

Then What?

Walk eight minutes to The Breakfast Club for a hearty, ’80’s themed brunch to balance out that fencing workout. The diner has been operating since 1962 — although it didn’t take on the ‘80s theme until 2002 — so they know how to do breakfast. Choose a “Breakfast Club” movie-themed dish like The Basket Case, which includes two eggs any style, home fries, toast and your choice of bacon, sausage or ham, PLUS two pieces of French toast or pancakes. We see how it’s on-theme; only someone with high school metabolism can tackle that meal.

The Breakfast Club
7 a.m.–3 p.m.
Omelettes $6–$14, Benedicts $11–$14, Waffles $6–$10
270 Western Ave., Allston
Limited street parking, Western Avenue opposite Riverdale Street on the 70 bus

Then What?

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The Western Avenue bridge crosses the Charles River in Allston

If the weather permits take a stroll down to the Charles River Reservation, just three minutes from the diner. The Reservation offers great views of the city and 20 miles of walking and biking paths. It may be a little chilly for the Artesani Playground and Christian Herter Community Gardens, but there’s a skating rink on the compound for winter fun.

Charles River Reservation
Sunrise to sunset
Free admission
175A Soldiers Field Road, Boston
Limited street parking, Western Ave at Everett Street stop on the 70 bus