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 a list of new bars, restaurants and shops to explore.
1. Il Toscano
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Where/When: At 42-05 235th Street. On Friday, Saturday or Sunday night.
Why Go: Because they have exquisite food to go with all that wine!
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Pricing: Entrees range from $24.50 to $39.50.
2. Cinco de Mayo
Where/When: At 39-32 Bell Boulevard. On Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
Why Go: Because who could resist this?
Pricing: Food and drink prices vary.
Where/When: Bourbon Street. On Sunday, at 11:30 a.m.
Why Go: For four great reasons: the kids will see Santa ride in style on a fire truck, pictures with St. Nick are a given, kids meals are free when adults are eating and it won't be too early for a Mimosa with your brunch!
Pricing: Food and drink prices vary.
4. Annual Holiday Concert featuring Handel's "Messiah"
Where/When: Queensborough Perfmorming Arts Center. On Sunday at 4 p.m.
Why Go: This concert will feature the more than 125 musicians that comprise the Oratorio Society of Queens.
Pricing: Adults pay $30, Kids 12 and younger get in for $10.
5. Winter Solstice Celebration/Holiday Marketplace
Where/When: Queens Botanical Garden. On Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: You'll get everything from crafts and music to Native American folklore and a Garden tour and much more.
Pricing: Free
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