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Get Out: Five Ideas for Your Weekend
Big band music and teeny-tiny dinosaurs rule this weekend.
Did you know a snake smells with its tongue? It's true. Just think of the other bits of reptile and amphibian trivia you can gather at the giant reptile show this weekend. Not to mention the turtles you might befriend.
Our goal is to make the Get Out planner as reliable as possible, but keep in mind, some events change at the last minute. We advise calling ahead just in case.
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When/Where: 6 p.m. this Friday at The Shoppes at Chino Hills, 13920 City Center Dr. Ste. 200, Chino Hills
Why Go: Enjoy a surfing and shopping safari at The Shoppes on Friday. This free concert will feature all of the Beach Boys' best.
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Pricing: Free
When/Where: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, through August 14 at Covina Center for the Performing Arts, 104 N. Citrus Ave., Covina
Why Go: "I Do! I Do" is the intimate and nostalgic story of a marriage written by Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones, the authors of "The Fantasticks." The show begins with Michael and Agnes on their wedding day and traces their life together over a period of 50 years, until the day they leave their house to the next pair of newlyweds. The charming score includes the standard, "My Cup Runneth Over."
Pricing: $20
When/Where: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday at the Pomona Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona
Why Go: The Reptile Super Show is the world’s largest reptile show and breeders expo. It will feature 400 tables of rare and unique animals plus thousands of lizards, snakes, turtles, frogs and all their supplies and accessories. You can learn about reptile and amphibian care, talk to expert breeders and maybe even see some eggs hatch live during the show! There will also be a Saturday night after party at 6:30 p.m. at the Sheraton next door.
Pricing: $12 adults, $7 kids 12 and younger
When/Where: 4 p.m.-7 p.m. this Sunday at
Why Go: Legends Classics Diner hosts a car show on the first Sunday of each month. Come get an up close look at some great classic vehicles and then enjoy a meal at this fun, affordable diner.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: 6 p.m. this Sunday at
Why Go: The Wiseguys Big Band Machine performs their big band and swing music live as part of the free summer concerts series co-sponsored by the Glendora Kiwanis Club and the Glendora Transportation & Metro Link Shuttle. Enjoy songs such as "Beyond the Sea, " "I've Got You Under My Skin" and more.
Pricing: Free
Even though we got a little rain last weekend, that August sun is back and it's more important than ever to keep your pets cool.
Did we forget anything? Please share your best ideas for this weekend in the comment box below.
