Get Out: Arts Festivals & More

It’s Thursday, and if you have 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 out our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.

1.

Where/When: 525 University Ave, Palo Alto; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Why go: Check out the fine wares of local artists at this festival 30 years in the making. Look for town favorites, like the Italian Street Painting Expo and Kid's Art Studio.

Price: Free

2. 

Where/When: 3160 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Why go: This 11th annual late summer equipment sale from the Aquatic Center and Lakeside Cafe features a semi-trailer sized selection of watersports gear, vessels and parts, as well as kitchen and other equipment.

Price: Free

3. RENGSTORFF ARTS FESTIVAL

Where/When: Rengstorff House at Shoreline, 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why go: See the work of local artists and students from the "Art4Schools" program at the Community School of Music and Arts at this fine art weekend extravaganza.

Price: Free

4. VOLUNTEER FOR THE BAYLANDS

Where/When: Palo Alto Baylands, 2775 Embarcadero Rd., Saturday, 9 a.m. 12 p.m.

Why go: Give back to your community this weekend and volunteer at the marshlands, one invasive weed at a time. The Palo Alto Baylands is a sanctuary for native birds and needs your help!

Price: Free

5.

Where/When: Los Altos Library, Community Room, 13 S San Antonio Rd, Los Altos; Saturday, 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Why go: Get up to snuff on the latest developments of solar electricity in your home with this informational class on solar rebates, tax credits, solar installation issues, photovoltaic technologies and economic considerations for homeowners considering solar power.

Price: Free