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GET OUT: Bluebeard, Ska Sunday, Vietnam

Hercules Patch's guide to ringing in the summer this Memorial Day weekend.

1.

Where/When: Central Stage, 5221 Central Ave., Ste. 1, Richmond; Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Why GoWritten and directed by Amy Sass and inspired by the story of the pirate Bluebeard, this is the ninth production by Ragged Wing Ensemble. It features 13 performers, original live music and fantastical puppets. Ragged Wing calls itself "the East Bay's own cutting-edge theater company perform right here in West Contra Costa."

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Pricing: $20-$35

2. 

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Where/When: , 2060 Camel Rd., Benicia; Sunday, 2 p.m.

Why Go: The exhibit includes photographs and a display of uniforms, flags, helmets, weapons and other items used in the war. Models of helicopters, other aircraft and ground vehicles will also be on display.

Pricing: Free

3. 

Where/When: Plaza El Hambre, Port Costa; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.

Why Go: As something new this year, the Port Costa Conservation Society is sponsoring a month-long art show during May. See the work of over 35 local artists in the 100-year old school building "gallery."

Pricing: Free

4. 

Where/When: , 601 San Pablo Ave., Albany; Sunday 8 p.m.

Why Go: Every Sunday night is Ska Sunday at the Hotsy Totsy Club! Unkle Fun selects different themes each week, along with mixing up drink specials. In case you get hungry, there's a taco truck in the yard all evening

Pricing: Free

5.

Where/When: Berkeley Marsh, Sunday 11 a.m.

Why Go: Imagine bubbles in the shapes of squares, and filled with fog! This amazing show will entertain children and parents alike.

Pricing: $8 children, $11 adults

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