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Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

Happy Mother's Day weekend!

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.

Marmi Fundraiser for Forte Animal Rescue

Where/When: , 4716 Admiralty Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 (Marmi Shoe Store); 6:00pm–9:00pm Thursday, May 5, 2011

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Why Go: In line with the spirit of Motherhood, Marmi is giving discounts to its patrons and a portion of its proceeds to pet adoption advocates, Forte Animal Rescue.

Pricing: Free admission

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2011 Student Culminating Exhibition

Where/When: , 1702 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291; 

6:00pm - 8:00pm Friday, May 6, 2011

12:00pm - 2:00pm Saturday, May 7, 2011

Why Go: Two different events for the same occassion; Friday night will be for adults only while Saturday will be for the whole family. This is definitely a treat for mothers that have their children's work featured in the exhibit.

Pricing: Free

11th Annual Mother's Day Cruise Brunch

Where/When: Dock 52, Admiralty Way & Fiji Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 1:00pm–6:00pm Sunday, May 8, 2011

Why Go: A cruise brunch is a great treat for mothers and it also benefits youth and scholarship programs. 

Pricing: Donation $75, Table $750

Jazz Sundays at Brennan's Pub

Where/When: , 4089 Lincoln Blvd, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 8:00pm Sunday, May 8, 2011

Why Go: End the weekend with some smooth Jazz music.

Pricing: No cover

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