Arts & Entertainment

Get Out Weekend Planner: March 18-20

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.

Where/When: Fairfix Cafe, 33 Broadway Blvd., Fairfax, Friday 7 p.m.
Why Go: Up for an interesting challenge? Filmmakers have 48 hours to produce a 4 minute documentary film using items that will be revealed (drum roll please) Friday night. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to enter.
Pricing: You’ll need to register -  415-254-9401

DISASTER RELIEF SALE

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What/Where: Mill Valley Library, 375 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley, Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
Why Go: Go on and peruse this selection of books knowing that all proceeds benefit both Haiti and Japan. Buy a bunch.
Pricing: Depends on how many books you can carry home.

PHIL KANTNER’S 7oTH BIRTHDAY ALL STAR GALA

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Where/When: 142 Throckmorton Theatre, 142 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley, Saturday & Sunday, 8 p.m.
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

16th ANNUAL BREWFEST

Where/When: Fairfax Pavilion, (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)


And still you want more? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner. We know you have your favorites that we missed. So share the goodness in our comment box below.


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