Arts & Entertainment
Get Out Weekend Planner
It's Thursday, and you have no idea what you'll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We have compiled the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time.
What/Where: Corte Madera Community Room, 77o Tamalpais Dr., Suite 201, Corte Madera, Saturday, 9:30-noon
Why Go: Because it’s a whole new ball game raising girls in the 21st century. Different pressures, different expectations. Take a couple of hours off and attend this workshop; get the scoop on figuring out ways to parent calmly. After all, we all want our teens to make smart choices, right?
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Pricing: $25, 415-499-6195
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PHIL KANTNER’S 7oTH BIRTHDAY ALL STAR GALA
Where/When: 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley, Saturday & Sunday, 8pm
Why Go: Wow. Two nights of rock and roll bliss. The luminaries read like a who’s who of musical talent. Is this too much of a good thing? I think not. Happy Birthday Mr. Kantner. Live long and prosper.
Pricing: $45,$75, $125 (18+)
PHIL OCHS: THERE BUT FOR FORTUNE
Where/ When: Smith Rafael Film Center,1118 4th St., San Rafael, Sunday 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. (one week only-leaves 3/24)
Why Go: Because this documentary is a tribute to legendary folk singer Phil Ochs. Known for his “topical” songs, the film incorporates interviews with such admirers as Pete Seeger, Sean Penn, Joan Baez as well as Ochs' beautiful melodies. Meegan Lee Ochs and director Kenneth Bowser appear at Sunday’s matinee and evening shows.
Pricing: $5.50 members, $10.25 general
Where/When: Fairfax Pavillion, (next to Contratti Little League Field) Downtown Fairfax, Saturday 1-5 p.m.
Why Go: Ales and lagers and stouts. Oh my. Eighteen regions of the finest brewers are included in this brewfest. Top it off with some traditional Irish music and all is good.
Pricing: $25 in advance, $30 cash at the door (remember to bring extra $ for pub style food).
Where/When: Corte Madera Recreation Center, 498 Tamalpais Dr., CorteMadera, Saturday 9- 3 p.m.
Why Go: Because you never know what you need until you get here. Not only are there treasures to discover but this event’s also a fundraiser for Corte Madera Women’s Club (and their many good deeds).
Pricing: Depends on what you decide to bring home (cash and checks only please).
And still you want more? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner.
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