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Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

It is a weekend of open houses.

Still have no idea what to do this weekend? Don't panic. Marina del Rey 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.

Emergency Preparedness Expo

Where/When: , 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Saturday

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Why Go: It is a fun way to prepare your family for the unexpected.

Pricing: Free

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Where/When: , 1702 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday

Why Go: View student films, photographs, animations, and mixed- and multi-media pieces made by students ages 6-7 in their Art Discovery workshop from the 2010-11 workshops.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: 8065 Emerson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045; 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Why Go: If you want your kid to be part of an organization that is all about outdoor adventure, leadership, achievement, service, and fun, check them out.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 14001 Fiji Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 5 – 8 p.m. Saturday

Why Go: Try out the variety of activities it offers to students and the general public such as sailing, rowing, kayaking, windsurfing, surfing, and stand-up paddleboarding.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 

Why Go: Learn all about the SM Windjammers, then stay and take advantage of clinics that they offer as well as get to know more of the club members over music and food.

Pricing: Free

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