Get Out! New Hyde Park's Weekend Planner for July 29-31

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: ; Friday at 11 a.m. Why Go: Join Johnda and learn to play games from around the world. Pricing: Free to library cardholders.


Where/When: American Red Cross; Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Why Go: Children ages 5-12 can join the American Red Cross and learn summer safety, with information about water safety, fire safety, basic first aid and preparation in the event of a disaster. There will also be face painting, interactive trivia, video games and a scavenger hunt. Pricing: $5 per person.


Where/When: Jericho Tpke & Lakeville Rd, New Hyde Park, NY 11040; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Why Go: In addition to a good ‘ole car wash, there will also be a lemonade stand, snacks and a bottled water barrel. All proceeds raised from the fundraiser will go to support summer youth group events and church expenses. Pricing: Suggested donation: $5-$10 per vehicle.


Where/When: See locations below; Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Why Go: Grab your clubs and head to the nearest course.
18-Hole Golf Course
Eisenhower Park: Red, White & Blue 516-572-0327/28
9-Hole Golf Courses
Bay Park: 516-571-7242
Cantiague Park: 516-571-7061
Christopher Morley Park: 516- 571-8120
North Woodmere Park: 516-571-7814


Where/When: North Hempstead Beach Park, Port Washington, NY 11050; Sunday, 1 p.m. Why Go: Music in the park. Enjoy 80's classics and current hits. Pricing: $15 for all Nassau County Residents; Parking Sticker for the season available for $40 for all Nassau County residents and $25 for seniors, handicapped, veterans and volunteer firefighters with proper identification.

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