GET OUT: Red Hot Jazz, Documentary and Ghosts

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. What: 

Where/When:  March 4, 2011, 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., meet at Railroad Depot

Why Go: Explore the paranormal and see if the ghosts of Benicia speak up. The spirits are dying to see you!

Pricing: $25

2. What: 

Where/When: 7 p.m., Mar. 3-6, Oracle Arena

Why Go: If you can’t make Disneyland this year, take the kids to Disney on Ice to see all their favorite characters, including the princesses, Toy Story and the villains!

Pricing: $22-$45

3. What: 

Where/When: March 5, 2011, 7:00pm, 1963 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, Ca

Why Go: Gear up for St. Paddy’s Day with some Irish dance.

Pricing: $14

4. What: 

Where/When: March 6, 2011 at Armando’s, Martinez

Why Go: Check out the famous jazz queen in this rare club show.

Pricing: $15

5. What: 

Where/When: March 5, 2011 / March 6, 2011, 3:00pm, Benicia High School

Why Go: See why this documentary about education won the Academy Award.

Pricing: $10 advance/$15 at the door