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Get Out: Five Ideas for Your Weekend
Carrie Underwood and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in town this weekend.
TGIF, Patchers. If you need ideas for your weekend, we’ve got them. This time around, we suggest going country, meeting a basketball legend and more.
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: 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sunday at
Why Go: The PB&J is one of the famous Jamba Juice “secret flavors.” Like the others, it’s not on the menu, you have to order it specially. Some branches make this peanut buttery shake with strawberries, but you can also ask for a splash of grape or pomegranate juice, which really gives it an authentic flavor.
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Pricing: Around $4 for a medium
When/Where: Show times vary at Desert IMAX Theatre, 68510 East Palm Canyon Drive Cathedral City, CA 92234
Why Go: This amazing 3D nature documentary features some seriously sweet orphaned orangutans and elephants and is narrated by Morgan Freeman. The IMAX 3D factor makes you feel like you right there with the animals.
Pricing: $6-$12
When/Where: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. this Friday and Saturday at the
Why Go: This is the last week to catch Mr. Allen's maps and drawings from his days at Desert Magazine, artifacts from his personal collection, and family photos. There will be a closing day reception 1 p.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. All are invited to stop by for some light refreshments and to view Mr. Allen's famous Coachella Valley maps.
Pricing: Free
When/Where: 7 p.m. this Saturday at
Why Go: See this inspirational sports documentary co-written by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and then meet the legend himself in a live Q&A after the show.
Pricing: $7.25-$11
When/Where: This Saturday and Sunday at the Empire Polo Club, 81800 Avenue 51, Indio, CA
Why Go: See country superstars such as Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney and Rascal Flatts perform live on the Mane Stage. Peruse the entire Stagecoach lineup for this year here.
Pricing: $149 for a weekend pass, VIP reserved seating available
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Did we miss anything? If so, please share your best weekend ideas in the comment box below.
