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Get Out: Feb. 3

From speed dating and live music to searching for seals, here's what's going on this weekend!

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what to do this weekend.

That's where we come in.

Sachem Patch has tracked down some great events to fill up your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

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1. Book Signing: The Art Of Romancing A Woman

Where/When: PJ Art Co., Centereach; Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Why Go: Having trouble communicating what you want? Want to pick up some pointers yourself? This book should do the trick. Perhaps even get some bonus tips from the author!

Pricing: Price of book 

2. SPEED DATING

Where/When: Holiday Inn, Ronkonkoma; Saturday, 8-11 p.m.

Why Go: Come not only to mingle but to eat, drink, and enjoy live entertainment! Open to ladies between the ages of 34-56 and men between 38 and 59.

Pricing: $38. Includes speed dating, one free drink, appetizers, and raffle entry

3.

Where/When: Island Bingo Hall, Farmingville; Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

Why Go: With a $6,000 jackpot, why not go?

Pricing: Call 631-736-8865 for pricing information

4. PRE-SUPER BOWL BASH – SET IT OFF / ROCKY LOVES EMILY

Where/When: Patchogue’s KARMA; Sunday, 1 p.m. doors.

Why Go: The Super Bowl doesn’t start until 6:30 – get your party on early! Check out some rising stars on the music scene and still make it home in time for the big game.

Pricing: $10 advance, $12 day of show

5. MONTAUK SEAL HIKE

Where/When: Montauk Point State Park, Montauk; Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday, 2 p.m.

Why Go: Sure, it’s a bit of a trek, but isn’t being able to observe up to four species of seals worth it?

Pricing: $5 for Adults, $3 for children under 18

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