Get Out: Patch's Pick-and-Choose Weekend Planner

Still have no idea what to do this weekend? Don't panic. Mar Vista Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check out our picks:

Where/When: , 12255 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. Fri. Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m.  - 1 a.m.

Why Go: Come hang out at the coolest bike shop in the district. The neighborhood-friendly, eco-friendly volunteer-led Bikerowave is having a party. There will be music, bikes, and FUN to celebrate the organization's great work in Mar Vista and beyond.

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: , 11666 National Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. Sat. Oct. 22, 11 a.m.

Why Go: Parents can hear from Dr. Katiraei how to use diet, supplements and other integrative treatments to help your child achieve optimal mental clarity.

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: 2929 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA, Sat. Oct. 22, 11 a.m.

Why Go: Doc’s Ski Haus is the site of SNOWASIS BY THE SEA, hosted by Park City Mountain Resort and Ski Magazine. Kids of all ages can enjoy snowballs, sweets, ski/snowboard simulator, face painting and other family fun. Plus
have a look at the season’s newest gear and clothing for the whole family and learn about Doc’s bootfitting, rentals and service options.

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: , 3826 Grand View Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. Sun. Oct. 23, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Why Go: Learn how to make Halloween costumes from every day clothes and household items. Bring clothes you think would make a great costume or come to the Los Angeles Costume Swap booth, make a donation and make a Halloween costume from their supplies (kids and adults). Then don your great outfit and you'll be ready to celebrate Halloween at the market (see next listing). 

Pricing: Free.

Where/When: , 3826 Grand View Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. Sun. Oct. 23, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Why Go: Come celebrate the market's annual Halloween Festival! Performances by the great kids band - The Ghouls, as well as Didipop and group dancing with Family Dance Jam. There will also be plenty of Halloween-centric activities including pumpkin decorating, a pumpkin patch and face painting. Don't mis the contest and costume parade at 12 p.m.

Pricing: Free.

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