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Take Pride, Break a Leg and Get Into the Swing of Things

Your Patch guide to weekend happiness.

The holiday is over. You have this weekend to chill out and do with it what you will. You could stay at home and take a breather, but we’ve got some better, more active ideas for you and the family—because a weekend in summer should never be wasted.

Check out our best bets to spend your downtime this weekend, July 8-10. Stay in Lemon Grove and celebrate LGBT pride or try out for a play. Venture out a little farther this weekend and swing dance, audition for a singing show or catch some classic cars at a park.

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BEST BETS CLOSE TO HOME

  • When/where: , 3225 Olive St., Lemon Grove, 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday.
  • Why go: Actors can come out and show off their chops for the hilarious 19th century melodrama, “He Ain't Done Right by Nell,” being staged in Lemon Grove this fall.
  • Price: Free.

 

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  • When/where: , 8073 Broadway, Lemon Grove, noon to 3 p.m. Saturday.
  • Why go: Eat food, participate in raffles, listen to local talent and celebrate the LGBT community.
  • Price: Free.

 

  • When/where:, 9550 Milden St., La Mesa, 6 p.m. Sunday.
  • Why go: Enjoy the summer weather with an outdoor concert by the Rhythm Jacks.
  • Price: Free.

 

  • When/where: La Mesa Police Department, 8085 University Ave, La Mesa, noon to 2 p.m. Saturday.
  • Why go: Learn the best techniques for taking care of your fruit trees from a 25-year horticultural veteran.
  • Price: Free.

 

BEST BETS, A LITTLE FARTHER OUT

  • When/where: , 12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
  • Why go: Check out an exhibit dedicated to water conservation and learn more about preserving the precious resource.
  • Price: Free.

 

  • When/where: Prescott Promenade, W Main St. & N Magnolia Ave., El Cajon, CA 6 to 8 p.m. Friday.
  • Why go: Listen to Downtown Big Band blast their trumpets and horns while you grab a partner and swing away.
  • Price: Free.

 

  • When/where:, 9310 Fanita Pky, Santee, 3 to 7 p.m. Friday.
  • Why go: Show off your prized possession or check out other classic guitars. Raffles, games and prizes keep the family busy while you peruse.
  • Price: Free.

 

  • When/where: PETCO Park, 100 Park Blvd., San Diego, 7 a.m. Friday.
  • Why go: Represent America’s finest city on one of the biggest shows ("American Idol") in our country.
  • Price: Free.
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