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It's all about the arts this weekend, with music, pottery and photography.

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: RakSa, 10846 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232; 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2011

Why Go: Learn how master your subconscious and understsand your dreams.

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Pricing: $30 in advance / $35 at the door

Where/When: Good Hurt Night Club,  8 p.m. 12249 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

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Why Go: This is not the Black Eyed Peas-type electro pop; this is Dubstep Drum and Bass and House goodness from DJ Lea Luna.

Pricing: No cover

Where/When: Venice Arts Gallery, 1702 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 (Gallery); 10:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m.,  Tuesdays through Saturdays

Why Go: See beautiful photos taken by youngsters that reveal fellow children in unfavorable living conditions, with hopes of raising awareness and ultimately a solution.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: The Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230; 10:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2011

Why Go: If you're feeling blue, let the Reverend and the Doctor conduct a healing session with their Americana music.

Pricing: No cover

Where/When: Peach Tree Pottery, 3795 Boise Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066; 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday, March 31, 2011

Why Go: Learn how to throw a pot in one session and come back to glaze. Includes instruction, clay, use of tools, kiln space and glazing. 

Pricing: Single Lesson - $45 per person, Series of 4 classes  $145

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