Get Out: Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

Still have no idea what to do this weekend? Don't panic. Mar Vista Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks:

Where/When: Grand View Boulevard Elementary School, 3951 Grand View Blvd. Fri. Nov. 18, 5:30 p.m.

Why Go: To watch this fun, family movie of course! You'll also help support the school if you buy popcorn, pizza and snacks.

Pricing: Free entrance.

Where/When: 11811 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles. Sat. Nov. 19, 9 a.m.

Why Go: Thinking about local school choices for your children? Wildwood School's Open House gives families interested in applying for middle and upper school an opportunity see see the campus, meet faculty and experience their program. Attendance at an open house is required for the admission process

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: Mark Twain Middle School, 2224 Walgrove Ave, Los Angeles, Sat. Nov. 19, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Why Go: Get a jump start on some great holiday shopping buys and support Mark Twain school.

Pricing: Free entrance.

Where/When: Mar Vista Farmers' Market, 3826 Grand View Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. Sun. Nov. 20, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Why Go: Join Chef Jonathan Shuler as he deep fries a turkey and demonstrates some delicious side dishes for Thanksgiving using farm fresh produce.

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: Mar Vista Post Office, 3826 Grand View Blvd, Los Angeles. Sun. Nov. 20, 10 a.m.

Why Go: Join Open Neighborhoods, Solar Mosaic, 350.org and other organizations across the world to hold Community Solar Day. Open Neighborhoods’ James Brennan says, “We will be arranging a group photo at 10 a.m. for community members to participate in showing support for the market and post offfice to switch to clean energy from the sun. We'll compile the photos of hundreds of people around the world kick starting their projects and spread the message that community solar is here to stay.”

Pricing: Free.

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