Happy Family Day weekend to everyone.

We've had some pretty wintry weather lately that's kept people indoors. So why not leave your house for a bit. Maybe go for a walk on a trail, head out to a restaurant or coffee shop for a treat — or perhaps, try one of these events.

St. Jacobs and Aberfoyle Model Railway

10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 16

12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 17

10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 18

1440 King St. N., Building 3, St. Jacobs

Check out this pretty incredible 'O' scale layout with trains from the 1950s. There's steam and diesel, freight and passenger trains. You don't have to know much about trains to enjoy this.

Bring on the Sunshine festival

10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 17

Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W., Kitchener

Music, dancing, food, bright colours — this event is sure to lift your spirits after what's been a rather dreary few weeks weather-wise in the region. We haven't seen much sunshine but this family-friendly event will have you forgetting all about that with its events such as a fashion show, yoga, story time, youth workshops and other performances.

Some Girls play Rolling Stones

8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 16

Jane Bond, 5 Princess St. W., Waterloo

If you just can't wait to get some satisfaction this summer when the Rolling Stones play near Barrie on Canada Day, this may help. Some Girls cover the Rolling Stones sounds like a rockin' way to spend your Saturday night.

Open Mic

2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 17

Grand River Brewing, 295 Ainslie St. S., Cambridge

Each Sunday you can bring your instrument of choice (there is a loaner guitar and ukulele if you need) and your voice for an open mic afternoon. It's free and good for all ages. Hosted by Liv Gains.

Family Day Hack Jam

9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Feb. 18

TheMuseum, 10 King St. W., Kitchener

The family that hacks together, stays together. There are events on every floor of TheMuseum including binary beads, catapults, toy design and DIY electronics.

Another favourite Family Day event I love (and so do my children!) is Knightsfest at the Guelph Youth Music Centre. Highly recommend this event with lots of hands-on activities and dance and combat demonstrations.