Get Out and See Comedian/Rapper Tom Green, a Great Free Movie and Some Amphibians

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. The St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia Patch sites are 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. TOM GREEN LIVE
Where/When: 8 and 10 p.m. Friday at Zanies Comedy Club in St. Charles ()
Why Go: The comedian and rapper, known for his television program The Show, will do two shows.
Pricing: $30 per person, with a two-item beverage or food minimum purchase.

2. FOOD AND WINE PAIRING CLASS
Where/When: 4 p.m. Sunday, 3 p.m. at , 1772 S Randall Road, Geneva.
Why Go: Go from basics to expert in this interactive class introducing ideas for the perfect way to pair your favorite meals. This class is offered through Waubonsee Community College. Call (630-466-7900) or check their website for more information or to register.

3. ART MOVIE NIGHT
Where/When: 7 p.m. Friday at , 160 S Water St, Batavia.
Why Go: is Paris Was A Woman, a documentary about Gertrude Stein, Alice B. Toklas and others, by Greta Schiller. Art Movie Night is every third Friday of the month.
Pricing: Free.

4. BEST OF DANCE CHICAGO
Where/When: 8 p.m. Saturday at , Kirk Rd & Pine St, Batavia.
Why Go: Chicago's top dancers strut their stuff.
Pricing: $28, $14 for ages 18 and under.

5. AMAZING AMPHIBIANS AT PECK FARM PARK
Where/When: , 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL 60134 (Orientation Barn); Open until 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, until 5 p.m. Saturday.
Why Go: You can explore the world of amphibians at this hands-on exhibit. What's not to like?
Pricing: Free

And still you want more? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner refreshed every Wednesday.

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