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Get Out in Watsonville

There is a lot to do in Watsonville and nearby this weekend, but definitely the celebration begins at home.

There's plenty happening in Watsonville and nearby this weekend. So if you're looking for something to do, check Patch suggestions for what to do and get out!

Where/When: , 2601 E. Lake Ave. Saturday, 6:30-10:30 p.m.

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Why Go:Β  This is the Rotary Club of Freedom's annual Casino Night, its principle fundraiser. The money gets donated to local groups. Have a good time gambling for a good cause.

Pricing: $35

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Where/Whe: , 215 E. Beach St., Watsonville. Sunday, 2 p.m.

Why Go:Β  To hear the sounds and the rhythm of Watsonville's own community band. This is the band's annual spring concert.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 2907 Freedom Blvd. Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon.

Why Go: To learn how to make a vegetable garden in a bale of hay.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Jewel Theater, 1001 Center St., Santa Cruz. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8 p.m.

Why Go: Come see the production of the work by one of Californ'a native sons, who spent much of his life not too far from here. This is John Steinbeck's enduring story of the friendship between two men on the road in search of the American Dream.

Pricing: $22-$27.50

Where/When:Β  , 127 Hames Rd. Friday, 7-9 p.m.

Why Go: If you write poetry, or aspire to write poetry, Magdalena Montagne can help you out. You'll get to try out your writing in a warm and helpful environment. Try it out and see what it can do for your poetry writing.

Pricing: $10

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