Weekend Activity Guide: Jan. 28-30

Looking for something to do this weekend? Take advantage of all Farmingdale has to offer. From live music or magic, to basketball or babytime, there are activities for residents of all ages.

Fridays at The Nutty Irishman:

Start your weekend off right at . With one of the best Happy Hours around from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., and live music playing late through the night, The Nutty Irishman is bound to be a good time. Happy Hour features $2 domestic bottles, $3 import bottles, $1 off taps and appetizers and half price bar drinks. Complementary hors d'oeuvres, pasta dishes and liquor tastings will be available from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• When: Friday, Jan. 28
• Where: 323 Main St.
• Contact: 516-293-9700

Hi Def at Kodiak's Restaurant and Bar:

Join local rock-pop group Hi Def at Kodiak's Friday night for a three hour set. is a new hot spot in Farmingdale, offering live entertainment nearly every night and a irresistible menu of classic American dishes and signature drinks.

• When: Friday, Jan. 28, 8 - 11 p.m.
• Where: 1815 Broadhollow Rd.
• Contact: 631-414-7055

Cultural Arts Playhouse presents "Rent":

Located in neighboring Plainview, the Cultural Arts Playhouse will be performing a month long run of "Rent," an award winning musical. Join the cast for a night of theatrical fun. Tickets are $20.

• When: Friday, Jan. 28, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 29, 8 p.m.
• Where: 625 Old Country Rd., Plainview
• Contact: 516-694-3330

Babytime at Farmingdale Public Library:

Babies ages 0-18 months and their parents are invited to join Miss Kari for songs, stories and a morning of fun in the new Children's Play Room. 

• When: Saturday, Jan. 29, 10 - 11 a.m.
• Where: 116 Merritts Rd.
• Contact: 516-249-9090

Farmingdale Basketball Hosts Bard:

Head over to for an afternoon of exciting sports. Both the Women's and Men's basketball teams will face off against Bard College in an exciting mid-day battle. Women go on at 1 p.m. and the men hit the court at 3 p.m.

• When: Saturday, Jan. 29, 1 p.m.
• Where: 2350 Broadhollow Rd.
• Contact: 631-420-2000

A Magical Saturday Night at Borders:

Bring your family to check out of Farmingdale Saturday night as famed Magician Vincent Lauria will perform in the Borders Cafe. It is the opening night of the store's newest program "Magical Saturday Nights" hosted by The Magic Shop in Hicksville. Lauria has been practicing his magic for nearly a decade and has many surprises in store for the first night.

• When: Saturday, Jan. 29, 7 p.m.
• Where: 231 Airport Plaza Blvd
• Contact: 631-752-0194

The Rolling Tones at Kodiak's Restaurant and Bar:

Enjoy tasteful appetizers, dinner and drinks while you listen to the classic sounds of The Rolling Stones, played by the popular local tribute band, The Rolling Tones. Tickets are $10.

• When: Saturday, Jan. 29, 10 p.m.
• Where: 1815 Broadhollow Rd.
• Contact: 631-414-7055

Cycle Through Farmingdale, Enter a Chili Contest:

will be hosting its 4th annual Coldest Day of the Year Ride and Chili Cook-off in Farmingdale. The ride is about 10 miles total, and will explore the streets of Farmingdale and South Farmingdale. Riders must be 21 or older unless they are accompanied by a parent. The chili contest will occur after the ride is complete and all are welcome to submit their product.

• When: Sunday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m.
• Where: 222 Main St.
• Contact: 516-755-2453