Get Out: Five Ideas For Your Weekend

This weekend may seem a bit magical. You can transport yourself via dancing to Rydell High or Spain. You can battle a formidable disease with a simple pair of tennis shoes. You can sit front-row at a Broadway play without ever leaving town. You can watch lawn ornaments spring to life.

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.

1. MOVIE NIGHT UNDER THE STARS: "GREASE"

When/Where: 7 p.m./8:15 p.m. this Friday at Monte Verde Park, 4626 Shadeway Road in Lakewood

Why Go: This free outdoor movie night kicks off with a '50s costume contest and dance contest at 7 p.m. The screening of the classic movie musical  "Grease" will begin at 8:15 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner. Snacks and beverages will also be available for purchase at the event. Pre-registration is required, so you will want to call ahead. The phone number can be found in our event listing here. No pets or alcohol are allowed at the park.

Pricing: Free

When/Where: The 24-hour event begins at 9 a.m. this Saturday at

Why Go: Relay For Life is a non-competitive, 24-hour walk that helps raise money to battle cancer. Everyone is welcome to join a team, walk as an individual, or cheer those participating. Cancer touches so many lives, this is a great way to champion those who have been affected by it.

Pricing: Please click on the website link for registration fee details

When/Where: 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m. this Saturday at the

Why Go: The Artesia Library hosts a free program of Spanish classical and flamenco dance with artist Susana Elena.  Children five years and older, as well as their families, are introduced to a selection of dances along with brief explanations.  At show's end, children are invited on stage to participate in a rumba flamenca danced with scarves.   

Pricing: Free

When/Where: 2 p.m. this Sunday at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Boulevard in La Mirada

Why Go: Roundabout Theatre Company, L.A. Theatre Works and BY Experience present Oscar Wilde’s "The Importance of Being Earnest" captured live in high-definition on Broadway at the American Airlines Theatre. Limited screenings will be shown at movie theaters and performing arts centers around the world. Tony-Award-winner Brian Bedford directs and stars as Lady Bracknell in this "trivial comedy for serious people." 

Pricing: $15-$20

When/Where: 2 p.m. this Sunday at the

Why Go: Kids will love this classic romantic tale told via endearing lawn decorations. The movie is rated PG and has a run time of 84 minutes. Grab a few good reading books on the way out; the library's Summer Reading Program, complete with prizes and incentives, begins on Monday.

Pricing: Free

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Did we miss anything? Please share your best ideas for this weekend in the comment box below.