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Get Out: 'Yogi' at the Farm, Zucchini, Local Art Show

Watch a free movie at Ardenwood, stuff a Newark bus, meet local artists in Union City and more.

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

Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit this weekend.

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  • Where/When: Walmart, 40580 Albrae St., Fremont; Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Why Go: Support Newark schools by donating school supplies. Volunteers will be on hand to help you stuff a with supplies that will be given to students at Newark schools
  • Pricing: Cost of supplies purchased.

  • Where/When: Kennedy Park, 19501 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward; Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Why Go: Go food tasting, check out arts and craft booths and enjoy live music and fun at the annual Zucchini Festival.
  • Pricing: General admission is $6. Kids under 5 get in free.

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  • Where/When: Paddy’s Coffee House, 3900 Smith St., Union City; Saturay from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Why Go: Take the kids for a colorful time with local artists between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., then come back in the evening for the opening reception of this group art show.
  • Pricing: Free.

  • Where/When: Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont; Saturday at 7 p.m.
  • Why Go: Come watch a free showing of the 2010 movie Yogi Bear. The movie will begin around 8 p.m., but come early to get your seat. Tips: Bring warm clothes, a blanket and a flashlight. No pets.
  • Pricing: Free after 7 p.m.
  • Where/When: Ruggieri Senior Center, 33997 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City; Sunday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Why Go: Celebrate the various cultures of Union City’s sister cities, which include Pasay City in the Philippines, Santa Rosalia in Mexico, Jalandhar in India, Chiang Rai in Thailand and Liyang in China. A buffet dinner will also be served.
  • Pricing: $12


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