Ooof, how you feeling? One eye squinched open reading this? Did you know that January 1 is National Bloody Mary Day? We did some highly scientific research to find out who has the best Bloodies in the Midcoast. Let the curative powers of the horseradish and pepper bring you back to life and see what else is going on this weekend.

Thursday, Jan. 1

· Want to see a bunch of people run screaming into the freezing surf for a good cause? Dip 4 Derek, the annual Polar Bear Challenge will be taking place at 12 p.m. on  Lincolnville Beach next to the  Lobster Pound Restaurant. FMI: 236-0074.

· Rock Harbor Brewing Co’s bar will open its doors at 10 a.m. on the first day of 2015 to cure the hangovers of many. $5 Bloody Mary specials.

· You’ve heard about the wildly inappropriate game Cards Against Humanity (and their new island in Maine?) Well, Cappy’s Chowder House is getting in on the action. Each Thursday, they’ll host Cards Against Humanity night from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Meet people who share your sense of humor and enjoy drink and food specials. FMI: Facebook

Friday, Jan. 2

· Blind Albert plays acoustic originals and covers of folk, rock and blues at The Narrows Tavern, 8 p.m., Waldoboro.  No cover.

· There’s a community Contra Dance at American Legion Post 43, in Belfast starting at 6:30 p.m. $2 adults/$1 kids. The Gawler Family Megaband and Chrissy Fowler are calling from 8-11 p.m. $10 adults/$7 ages 13-20/$4 kids. FMI: 338-0979 or BelfastFlyingShoes.org.

Saturday, Jan. 3

· The Speakeasy brings in their first band of the new year with an old favorite. Blind Albert will be taking the stage at 8 p.m. No cover if you’ve dined at The Chowder House.

Sunday, Jan. 4

· Moonwalking takes on a whole new meaning. The Hidden Valley Nature Center in Jefferson is hosting a walk under the moon while featuring  artist-in-residence George Mason's work. Meet at main gate 5:30 p.m. for walk. Then enjoy light supper with wine or hot cider, and commentary by Mason. $5 suggested donation. FMI: hvnc.org.

· If you want to unwind from this wild weekend, jazz musicians of all levels are invited to play the Mike Whitehead Group at The Highlands Coffee House in Thomaston. Open to the public. FMI: 354-4162. playing at from 1-3:30 p.m.

· Get some fresh salsa right here. Swing & Sway Dancing is holding a salsa, merengue and bachata workshop for the public from 6-7:30 p.m. Located at 143 Maverick St., Rockland. Donation requested. FMI: 593-7914. Beginners welcome.

· Musicians, bring instruments and voices and make music together at Sail, Power and Steam Museum at Sharp's Point South, 75 Mechanic St., Rockland. Free. FMI: 701-5050 or 701-7627. Coffee and cookies provided. Every Sunday, rain or shine.

· FOG Bar & Cafe hosts Drink & Draw. They supply the art materials and you provide the raw artistic talent. Drink and food specials all night.

Want to know where to go for happy hour every day of the week? Check out our updated Guide To Midcoast’s Happy Hours.

 If you have an arts and entertainment event that fits within the adult scope of fun and cool things to do for Weekend Picks, contact Kay Stephens at news@penbaypilot.com or like The Killer Convo on Facebook and put her on your events list.