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Get Out: Recycle Old Gadgets, Prom Fundraiser

Learn job interview techniques, find hidden treasures at a yard sale or start your spring cleaning this weekend.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Patch is coming to the rescue. Check our picks for the activities to hit this weekend.

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Where/When: 1155 NewPark Mall; Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Why Go: The job market may be tough, but having the right tools can give you a heads up on competition. Youths ages 17 to 24 will learn job interview techniques from the Tri-Cities Employment Training Academy at this workshop.

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Pricing: Free

Where/When: MacGregor Alternative Education Center; Saturday at 11 a.m.

Why Go: You never know what treasures you will find at this yard sale fundraiser supporting Bridgepoint High School's Prom.

Pricing: Varies

Where/When: New Haven Adult School; Saturday at 9 a.m.

Why Go: The two-part class (March 19 and 26) will cover making greeting cards and envelopes using Microsoft Word and enhancing cards using Word Art and Microsoft Paint.

Pricing: $15 per session

Where/When: Smith Center at Ohlone College, Fremont; Saturday at 8 p.m.

Why Go: Join the Ohlone Chamber Singers, Valley Concert Chorale and the San Francisco Concert Chorale in a musical event dedicated in honor of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

Pricing: $15-$20

Where/When: Kennedy Elementary; Sunday 10 a.m. to noon

Why Go: Start your spring cleaning early and recycle those unwanted electronics while supporting Kennedy Elementary's PTA fund raising efforts. 

Pricing: Free

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