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. POLAR BEAR PLUNGE 

Where/When: Saturday starting at 1 p.m at the Lake Saint Louis Community Association at 100 Cognac Court, Lake Saint Louis. 

Why Go: The annual Polar Plunge raises money for Special Olympics. You can get a team together to take the plunge yourself, or watch as others take a dive into the chilly water for a good cause. Our very own O'Fallon Police Department and other city officials are signed up to participate on Saturday. 

Pricing: $75 per plunger. Buy tickets online. 

2. BACKYARD BIRD FESTIVAL 

Where/When: Visit the Missouri Botanical Garden on Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.,  for their sixth annual Backyard Bird Festival for guided bird walks, live exhibits, classes and identification tips for bird watchers of all ages.

Why Go: After being cooped up inside after a long week of snow days, this event will get you and the kids out of the house for a fun family event. 

Pricing: Starts at $3 for members and $5; registration is required online or by telephone (314) 577-9506.

3. ENJOY LIVE MUSIC WITH YOUR DRINK

Where/When: Every first Saturday of the month the Rough Ryders play at Brewseez in O'Fallon starting at 9 p.m. 

Why Go: Live music, food and drinks close to home. 

Pricing: The music is free and appetizers start at $5.99. 

4. CHAMPIONSHIP BULL RIDING

Where/When: St. Charles Family Arena on Saturday, Feb. 5 starting at 7 p.m. 

Why Go: It will give you a chance to get out of the house and trade your snow boots in for some cowboy boots. 

Pricing: Family four packs start at $30.

5. TAI CHI YO FLOW CLASS

Where/When:  SSM St. Joseph Health Center, 300 1st Capitol Dr, St. Charles every friday from 6:30-7 p.m. 

Why Go: You can improve flexibility, range of motion, and mental concentration through a series of exercises. 

Pricing: Free for cancer survivors. $12 per single session or $30 per three-week session. 

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

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