Get Out: Weekend Planner, Evergreen Philharmonic, Texas Hold'em Benefit, Local Hike, and More

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

Sammamish Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-with-work, outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

We know you have your favorites that we missed. So share the goodness in our comment box below.

• Where/When: 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 14 at Issaquah High School.
• Why Go: Join the Evergreen Philharmonic Orchestra this Saturday night for an evening of exciting classical music.
• Pricing: Adults: $10 online / $12 at the door; Students/Seniors: $6 online / $7 at the door

• Where/When: 4-9 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at the in Redmond.
• Why Go: Put your poker skills to use this Saturday and join the Redmond VFW 2995 as they host a Texas Hold’em tournament to benefit the Children’s Institute for learning differences.
• Cost: The Suggested donation is $65. You can purchase tickets from Dick Watson 425-990-0202 or on line at http://www.charitypokeramerica.com/help_child.php

• Where/When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Sat, May 28 at Redtown Trailhead (Cougar Mountain).
• Why Go: Did you know Bellevue has almost 100 parks and over 80 miles of trails to explore? This Saturday, join a Park Ranger for this local area hike through Coal Creek Park.
• Cost: Free. Donations will be gratefully accepted.

• Where/When: 3-4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14 at the in Redmond.
• Why Go: Interested in synchronized swimming, but not sure if it’s for you? Join the Seattle Synchronized Swim Team this Saturday as they host their Free Try Synchro Day at Hartman Pool. Just bring a cap, goggles, a nose clip, and your swim suite.
• Cost: Free.

• Where/When: 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 13 at in Kirkland.
• Why Go: Join Parklane Gallery as they transform their Kirkland gallery into a Parisian salon of the 19th century. Over 35 gallery artists will fill the walls with beautiful art of varied styles. The Artist Reception on Friday is your chance to meet the artists and ask any questions you may have.
• Cost: Free.