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Get Out: Things to Do Around Town This Weekend

The best events for March 11-13, 2011.

Posted Wed, Mar 9, 2011 at 10:23 pm PT|Updated Thu, Mar 10, 2011 at 2:17 am PT

Wondering what to do this weekend? Encino Patch to the rescue!

Here are the best bets for your Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Where/When: Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino; Sunday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Why Go: Test yourself and take the trek from the valley to the ocean.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Vitello’s Jazz and Supper Club, 4349 Tujunga Ave., Studio City; Friday, 8 p.m.

Why Go: When was the last time you saw a jazz icon?

Pricing: $25-$35

Where/When: Adat Ari El, 12020 Burbank Blvd., North Hollywod; Saturday, 8 p.m.

Why Go: The Masor Youth Department presents their 40th annual performance.

Pricing: $20-$25

Where/When: L.A. Connection Comedy, 13442 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks; Saturday, 8 p.m.

Why Go: L.A. Connection’s veteran comics take the stage.

Pricing: $10

Where/When: 17330 Victory Blvd., Van Nuys; Daily, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Why Go: Help prepare packages to send to troops overseas.

Pricing: Free

And still you want more? Check out our family-friendly Grab & Go Kids Planner refreshed every Wednesday.

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