Paul Gatto Ensemble at Farmingdale Library Thursday

Here are the top things to know in and around Farmingdale Thursday:

1. It's the music of the Paul Gatto ensemble live at the Farmingdale Public Library and the public is welcome. The free music and dancing runs from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

2. A Hicksville man was charged in connection with a six-week-long crime spree. Read about it here.

3. Tobay Hadassah holds a general meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the nearby Plainview Library. Details here.

4. Our new "Weekender" offers great ideas for weekend entertainment in the area. See it here.

5. Today's Weather: Sunny, highs in the mid-70s. Clouds overnight; rain possible Friday.