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Free Coffee on Friday and Other Weekend Perks

Get free Starbucks, take in a classic movie, experience an Inner Peace Festival or check out a college Q&A panel this weekend.

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.

FREE COFFEE DAY

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Where/When: Starbucks locations; Friday, all day

Why Go: Bring in your own travel mug and get free freshly brewed coffee at any Starbucks. It's meant to encourage everyone to switch from paper cups to reusable mugs.

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Pricing: Free

CLASSIC MOVIE NIGHT

Where/When: Paramount Theatre in Oakland; Friday at 8 p.m.

Why Go: Experience the classic film His Girl Friday (1940) at one of America’s finest Art Deco movie palaces.

Pricing: $5

3RD ANNUAL INNER PEACE FESTIVAL  

Where/When: The Pergola at Lake Merritt, Oakland; Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why Go: Contemplate the words of peace leaders, enjoy a walk in the labyrinth, meditate on the lakeside deck, enjoy a free bakery treat, contribute your prayers for peace—or have your face painted!

Pricing: Free

Where/When: San Lorenzo Library; Saturday at 11 a.m.

Why Go: Interesed in college? Get your questions answered by representatives from several Californian colleges and universities.

Pricing: Free

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION: YOGA CLASSES

Where/When: Yoga in the Middle, Castro Valley; Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m.

Why Go: Visit Alameda County's first certified-green yoga studio to celebrate Earth Day. Classes on the hour, 50 minutes long.

Pricing: Free

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