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 some live music, game night at the mall, a S.T.O.P. collection day, a defensive driving class, a grand opening, a farmers market, a car wash, and a piano recital.
Family Game Night at Westfield Sunrise Mall
Where: , 1 Sunrise Mall, Massapequa, NY
When: June 3, 5 p.m.
Why Go: Join Westfield Mall in the Food Court at 5pm on the first Friday of every month for family game night. They provide the games, you provide the fun. The food court is located on the upper level near Sears.
Six Degrees Performs at Ciao Baby Restaurant & Lounge
Where: , 5074 Sunrise Hwy, Massapequa Park, NY
When: June 3, 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Why Go: See some toe-tapping live music while eating some of the best family-style Italian food around.
Pricing: Free
Voodoo Bisquit at R Bar
Where: , 4861 Merrick Rd, Massapequa Park, NY
When: June 3, 8:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Why Go: Enjoy some excellent tunes performed by talented local musicians in a relaxed, fun environment.
Fortunate Ones at Blue Parrot
Where: , 5460 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: June 3, 9 p.m.
Why Go: Fortunate Ones bring their own high energy spin on Classic Rock, covering the best of the 60's 70's & 80's. Don't Miss it!
Friday Night Live Music Featuring Stevie Cochran and Brian Carroll
Where: , 5411 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: June 3, 2011, 9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Why Go: See some live music in a classic Massapequa eatery that serves up some of the best grub in town.
Pricing: No Cover Charge
S.T.O.P. Collection Day at Town Hall South/Massapequa
Where: 977 Hicksville Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: June 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Why Go: Get rid of Electronic and Household Hazardous Waste while chreating a greener, brighter Massapequa.
Defensive Driving at Massapequa Public Library
Where: , 40 Harbor Ln, Massapequa Park, NY
When: June 4, 9 a.m.
Why Go: Learn the rules of the road while shaving a few bucks off of your auto insurance rates at the same time.
Pricing: Call to register and pay for class.
Grand Opening Celebration at New Location of Pet Vet
Where: , 5330 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: June 4, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Why Go: Tours, outdoor party and activities, food, DJ and music, jazz, singers, raffle drawings, free food, free giveaways, gift baskets, pet adoptions, and the “Ask the Vet” info booth. All donations benefit Long Island Wildlife and Animal Rescue (LIWAR). Dog trainer Frank Bonomo, of Best Friend's Dog Training, will be there with dog training demo and an agility dog show.
Pricing: Free
The Island at Blue Parrot
Where: , 5460 Merrick Rd, Massapequa, NY
When: June 4, 9 p.m.
Why Go: Hear some great classic and southern rock at the bar known as "Massapequa's best kept secret."
Farmers Market at Westfield Sunrise Mall
Where: , 1 Sunrise Mall, Massapequa, NY
When: June 4, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Why Go: The Long Island Grower's Market will be open on Saturdays throughout the summer offering fresh fruit, vegetables, and select craft items. Find them located at the main entrance to the mall from June 4th through October 29th. They will be open on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Drug Free Massapequa Junior League Car Wash
Where: , Merrick Road, Massapequa, NY
When: June 5, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Why Go: Get your car cleaned while also helping to keep Massapequa clean...of drugs!
Piano Recital at Massapequa Public Library
Where: , 40 Harbor Ln, Massapequa Park
When: June 5, 12 p.m.
Why Go: See some live piano music in the Bar Harbor library's acoustically-pleasing auditorium.
