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Get Out Weekend Planner: Lift Off!, Fins and Knitting

Enjoy a creative and cultural weekend by checking out these local events.

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: Chabot Space and Science Center; Friday at 7:30 a.m.

Why Go: Celebrate American's last space shuttle launch in community and be a part of history.

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Pricing: $10 non-members, includes all-day admission to Center; free for members

Where/When: 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward; Saturday from 9:30 a.m to 4 p.m.

Why Go: Meet sharks face-to-face, feed and touch them, and dispell myths about their bad reputation.

Pricing: $10-$15

FIESTA HISPANA AT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY FAIR

Where/When: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton; Saturday, noon

Why Go: Festival Square features Sabor de las Americas — Flavor of the Americas — with authentic dancing, art, food and more.

Pricing: Event is free with fair admission

SAN LEANDRO MARINA PARK

Where/When: San Leandro Marina; on-going

Why Go: Enjoy these hot summer days at San Leandro's own waterfront park. Enjoy a picnic, take a walk along the coast or get a workout at the circuit training loop.

Pricing: Free

NEEDLE CRAFTERS

Where/When: San Leandro Main Library; Sunday from 2 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Why Go: Two library volunteers host this informal group for beginning and experienced needle crafters alike. Knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroider or quilt while enjoying conversation.

Pricing: Free

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