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A family-friendly film night and an emergency preparedness expo.

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: , 3711 Beethoven St., Los Angeles, CA 90066, Friday May 20,  6:00 p.m.

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Why Go: Enjoy a family-friendly movie and raise funds for the school's booster club by buying snacks in advance (on sale from 5:15 p.m.)

Pricing: Suggested donation $3 per person or $10 for a family of 4.

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Where/When: , 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.  Saturday, May 21.

Why Go: Find out how to prepare for and survive earthquakes, tsunamis and other disasters, tour fire trucks, enjoy a puppet show and meet CD 11 Councilman Bill Rosendahl. 

Pricing: Free

Where/When: La Ballona Playground, 10915 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232; 8 a.m - 2 p.m. Saturday, May 21.

Why Go: Support a neighborhood elementary school while you save on gently used clothing items starting at just $1.  There will also be food, drinks and an inflatable slide.

Pricing: Free admission

Where/When: , 681 Venice Blvd, Venice, CA 90291; 7:30 - 9:30 p. m. Saturday, May 21.

Why Go: Enjoy music by a dynamic group of Los-Angeles based composers and performers. The evening features new chamber music performed by Rachel Woolf on flute and other special guests including the local ensemble Midnight Winds. There will also be poetry readings by Kate Gale, Neil Aitken, and Deren Finks..

Pricing: $10.00

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