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Get Out: Adventureland, Dodgeball Tourneys, And Piano

Here's some ideas for a fun weekend, courtesy of Patch.

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

Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.


Where/When: ; Thursday, 7-10 p.m.
Why Go: Get a taste of new Italian restaurant Andrea's 25 and hear pianist Ann Stevens and vocalist Kevin Kaye, who form the due Moonstruck.
Pricing: No cover charge or minimum

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Where/When: ; Friday, 7:30-10 p.m.
Why Go: If you're a kid, get in on a wild dodgeball tournament with the chance to win prizes. If you're an adult, remember your days in gym class pegging other kids/being pegged with a dodgeball. Participants must register prior to the event.
Pricing: $20 per player


Where/When: ; Saturday
Why Go: Listen to solo piano sessions from Jacky Terrasson, Cedar Walton, and Hiromi Uehara, as they take turns bringing jazz to new places on the keys.
Pricing: $38 per ticket

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Where/When: Adventureland; Saturday, noon-5 p.m.
Why Go: ...Because it's the opening of Adventureland. The legendary Long Island amusement park opens the dates for the 2011 season. Will you be the first person to ride the swings?
Pricing: Call


Where/When: Hilton Long Island, Sunday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Why Go:  It's been a looong winter, and these scaly creatures will remind us of lovely tropical weather. And although they're usually green and sometimes slimy, they can also be very cute.
Pricing:  $9 adults, $4 children 7-12, free for children 6 and under.

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