Get Out: Wine Tastings, Chamber Symphonies and Poetry Readings

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Scarsdale 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.

Where: Prospero’s Winery, 134 Marble Ave. Pleasantville

When: Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011, 11 a.m.— 6 p.m.

Why Go: Valentine’s Day is coming up, giving you the excuse to eat lots of tasty treats– and drink lots of wine – with a guilt-free pass. Locally produced chocolates will be paired with locally-produced vintages, making this event a fun day or evening outing for both a gourmand couple or a group of girlfriends.

Pricing: Tasting flights include four wines for free, five to eight wines for $5 and a full flight, including a wine glass, for $10.

2.

Where: Royal Jewels, 56 Purchase Street, Rye

When: Saturday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m.— 5 p.m.

Why Go: Royal Jewels of Rye will be holding a one-day trunk sale featuring the jewels of a local designer. Plus, your money will be going to a good cause – both your jewelry box and the American Heart Association.

Pricing: Free

3.

Where: Iona College, 715 North Ave., New Rochelle

When: Saturday, Feb. 12, 8 p.m.

Why Go: Locally-grown piano player Adam Kent will perform Piano Concerto no. 19, K. 459 in F major, Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (Serenade K .525), Toy Symphony and Symphony no. 29., K. 201 in A major.

Pricing: $50

4.

Where: Sarah Lawrence College, 1 Mead Way, Bronxville

When: Saturday, Feb. 12, 7 –9 p.m.

Why Go: Staceyann Chin is a world-renowed poet and advocate for LGBT rights.

Pricing: Free

5.

Where: 198 Central Ave, White Plains

When: Sunday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m. –3 p.m.

Why Go: Locally grown produce, fresh bread, cheese, honey, meat, wine... Mmm.

Pricing: Free