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.

1. SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BAND DINNER/DANCE
Where/When: The Grand Summit Hotel; 7 p.m. Feb. 4
Why Go: This annual event sponsored by the Music Parents Association is a fundraiser for the high school's music program.
Pricing: $85 per person

2. FAMILY NIGHT AT THE SUMMIT Y
Where/When: Summit YMCA; Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Why Go: Family fun with a Valentine Theme, Family Scavenger Hunt, Family Decathlon, Kids in the Kitchen cooking, and Family Dance in the Auditorium.
Pricing: Free!

3. MEATBALL MANIA: TECHNIQUE CLASS AT WILLIAMS-SONOMA
Where/When: Short Hills Mall; Sunday, multiple times.
Why Go: We all love comfort food and meatballs are a favorite around the world.  Learn how to make tender rounds of ground meat seasoned with herbs and spices--from classic Italian to fragrantly spiced Moroccan and Vietnamese meatballs--that are perfect for family suppers.
Pricing: Unknown

4. 25TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL JURIED SHOW
Where/When: Visual Arts Center of New Jersey; Daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why Go: The 25th Annual International Juried Show presents artwork in all media from artists residing in the United States and around the globe. Joan Young, Associate Curator of Contemporary Art, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, is this year's juror.
Pricing: Donation only.

5. GIRLS BASKETBALL AT PLANFIELD
Where/When: Plainfield High School; Saturday, 1 p.m.
Why Go: Girls Varsity Basketball visits Plainfield in their second matchup of the season to end a three-game road trip.
Pricing: Free

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY PROJECT FUNDRAISER
Where/When: Central Presbyterian Church; Feb 13. 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Why Go: This is a fundraiser for the Interfaith Community Build under construction at 39 Morris Avenue.
Pricing: Adults $25, seniors $20, children under 15 free.

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