Arts & Entertainment
GET OUT: Craft Brews and Founding Brothers
Beer fest, robotics lab just two of top destinations this weekend in West County

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Where/When: April 10, 2011, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 2600 Mission Bell Dr., San Pablo
Why Go: Sample local food and wine while benefiting a worthy cause, the college.
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Pricing: $45/$50
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Where/When: Saturday, 1-5 p.m., 333 Ferry St., Martinez
Why Go: Dozens of microbrews all at one location. Designated drivers attend for only $5, and VIP passes are available that allow holders to enter one hour earlier than the public.
Pricing: $35 advance/$45 day of show
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Where/When: Sunday, noon-3:30 p.m., 6757 Gatto Ave., El Cerrito
Why Go: Learn how to turn your photographs into treasured works of art.
Pricing: $50, pre-registration required
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Where/When: Saturday, 10 a.m., , 109 Civic Dr., Hercules, CA
Why Go: Listen to a discussion on American history from this scholar and author.
Pricing: Free
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Where/When: Saturday, 4009 Webster St., Oakland
Why Go: Children and adults can learn how to construct a robot and program it.
Pricing: $65 for 6-11 years and $75 for ages 11 and up (one extra hour)