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Get Out, Farmingdale: Weekend Planner

Take part in all Farmingdale has to offer this weekend.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go for adults and kids, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

This weekend, we're suggesting a night at the theatre, a car wash, a bowling bash, live music and live comedy.

Find out what's happening in Farmingdalewith free, real-time updates from Patch.

Murder Among Friends at Arena Players Repertory Theatre

Where: , 296 Rte. 109, Farmingdale
When: August 19-20, 8 p.m.
Why Go: A night at the theatre is a treat for anyone of any age.
Pricing: Friday: $20, Saturday: $25

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Farmingdale Elite Car Wash

Where: , Heisser Ln. & Motor Ave., Farmingdale
When: August 20, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Why Go: Come support the Farmingdale Elite U11 Girls Soccer Team as they raise money through a car wash.
Pricing:  $5 per car

Daylily Sale and Clinic at Farmingdale State College

Where: , 2350 Broadhollow Rd., Farmingdale
When: August 20, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Why Go: A beautiful way to spend your Saturday: thousands of plants from local gardens on the Roosevelt Hall Lawn.

Farmingdale Lanes Presents Bowling “Blastoff”

Where: , 999 Conklin St., Farmingdale
When: August 20, 12-4 p.m.
Why Go:  Enjoy a day of fun at Farmingdale Lanes featuring free snacks, snow cones, popcorn, cotton candy and more. Bowling "Blastoff" will feature one hour of free bowling for the youngsters, tons of door prizes and great entertainment.

Fire & Ice (Pat Benatar tribute band) at Kodiak’s
Where: , 1815 Broadhollow Rd., Farmingdale
When: August 20, 10 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy the sounds of a 1980s classic right here in Farmingdale with great food and great drinks.

Second Stage Improv Comedy at Arena Players Repertory Theatre

Where: , 296 Rte. 109, Farmingdale
When:  August 20 (also September 3 & 17), 10:30 p.m.
Why Go:  Watch "Long Island's Edgiest Improv Sensation" with a short form comedy improv bit that delivers hilarious, high energy entertainment at a fast pace.
Pricing: $12.

Block Party Saturday Night at The Nutty Irishman

Where: , 323 Main St., Farmingdale
When: August 20, 11:30 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy live music and a night of dancing with your friends.

Vision of Disorder at The Crazy Donkey

Where: , 1058 Broadhollow Rd., Farmingdale
When: August 21, 5 p.m.
Why Go:  Catch the band's last area appearance until 2012! Take advantage of a free barbecue until 7 p.m.
Pricing: $20 advance, $24 day of show

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