Get Your Groove On Around Hopatcong

You ain't got to go home ...

And while you don't have to "get the heck up out of here," that's kind of the idea behind "Get Out," a weekly feature highlighting weekend events and activities adults might enjoy. Because, after all, it isn't always about the kids. (Or is it?)

Here are the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

Where/When: , Thursday at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Hopatcong isn't exactly a dangerous neighborhood. But everyone should know some basic self-defense techniques. Head over. See what it's all about. Learn something from Gen Lee. Then kick some butt.
Price: $10 per class. Proceeds go to St. Jude's Parish.

Where/When: , Thursday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: You need to dance out all that work stress. And you need to do it with some Latin style. Who cares if you don't know how to salsa? You'll have fun picking it up.
Price: Free entertainment.

Where/When: , Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: The Wrecks will be performing. Drinks will be flowing. Stress will be evaporating.
Price: Free entertainment.

Where/When: Black River Barn, Saturday at 9:30 p.m.
Why Go: AisleFive is all about rock from the 1970s to now. So if you want to let loose and go crazy, request a song or two and let them send you back in time.
Price: Free entertainment.

Hold 'Em!
Where/When: KaBob's, Sunday at 2 p.m.
Why Go: Play free Texas Hold 'Em for a chance to win a trip to Las Vegas and to the World Series of Poker.
Price: Free entertainment.