Get Out, Farmingdale: Weekend Planner

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.

Doing something not on this list? Add your plans to the comments section.

Live Music at The Melting Pot

Where: The Melting Pot
When: Feb. 17, 6 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy a night of fondue with live music at the Route 110 restaurant
Pricing: Varies

Open Knit and Crochet Night

Where: Infinite Yarns
When: Feb. 17, 8 p.m.
Why Go: Learn a new hobby at this recently re-located hobby shop.
Pricing: Free

Runner's Edge 3 by 2 Mile Trail Relay

Where: Bethpage State Park
When: Feb. 18, 10 a.m.
Why Go: Watch/run in a Saturday morning race.
Pricing: $10 non-members and day of race GLIRC member.

DDI Fifth Annual Rockin' for Autism Concert

Where: Mulcahy's Pub, 3232 Railroad Ave, Wantagh 
When: Feb. 19, 3:30 p.m.
Why Go: Listen to great music and support the Smithtown-based Developmental Disabilities Institute. Guests will enjoy the sounds of live music with an all-star lineup of legendary Long Island bands including 1 Step Ahead, Bon Journey, Time Warp and Soul Dr. G's All Star Veteran Band.  Gift baskets auction, raffles, food, cash bar and more will be available for all attendees.  Advanced ticket sales are available by calling 631-366-2978 or online at www.rockinforautism.org. 
Pricing: $30 donation.