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Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

Let's celebrate Earth Day.

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.

Where/When: Windward Ave & Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291; 10:30am

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Why Go: Be part of history in commemorating the 10 historic columns.

Pricing: Free

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Where/When: Whole Foods, 225 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291; 10:00am–5:00pm Saturday, April 23, 2011

Why Go: Learn how to decrease or eliminate utility bills with solar energy to help support Earth Day.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 11739 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066; 7:30pm–10:00pm Saturday, April 23, 2011

Why Go: Enjoy a night of Jazz music combined with clever lyricism.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club, Main Room, 13590 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

Why Go: Learn how to work the docks for free.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 303 Culver Blvd, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293; 9:30am–12:30pm Saturday, April 23, 2011

Why Go: Get your friends and family together and join this special Earth Day restoration event.

Pricing: Free

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