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Get Out: Filipino Independence Festival, Family Fun Day, Beatles Sing-Along

Also this weekend in Union City: have your little slugger attend a free baseball camp and watch the Pacquiao vs. Bradley fight at Chaplin's.

It’s Friday, 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.

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Where/When: ; Saturday, June 9 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Why Go: Kids will receive free professional accuracy training from the . Participants can sign up for 45-minute slots beginning every hour. The day will include a free bbbq and prizes for participants.

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Price: Free

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Where/When: , 29200 Kohoutek Way, Union City; Saturday, June 9 starting at 6 p.m.

Why Go: Don't get stuck in your auntie's cramped living room. Instead, watch the Pacquiao fight in the company of Chaplin's Sports Bistro's cool atmosphere, craft beers and nine 60-inch TVs and 100-inch projector. Seats are limited, so call 510-429-6860 and reserve your spot.

Price: $20

3.

Where/When: , 1333 Decoto Rd., Union City; Sunday, June 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Why Go: For the first time ever, the Kalayaan Philippine Independence festival will be held here in Union City. The day will feature a special ceremony, live entertainment, a fashion parade, comedy and cultural performances, along with celebrity guests Amber Lily, Stella Ruiz and Bernardo Bernardo.

Price: Free

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Where/When: , 32920 Alvarado Niles Rd, Union City; Sunday, June 10 from noon to 5 p.m.

Why Go: Pacific West Gymnastics' free Family Fun Day is open to all families and will include games, giveaways, relay races, trampolines, free dance and tae kwon do clases, and more. The first 100 children will also receive a free t-shirt. No registration is required, just drop in.

Price: Free

5. BEATLES BASH OPEN MIC AND SING-ALONG

Where/When: , 3900 Smith St, Union City, CA; Sunday, June 10 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Why Go: "Come Together" at Paddy's Coffee House with nonprofit group Create Social Change for a Beatles-inspired open mic and sing-along. Join in or just simply watch as timeless music brings the community together.

Pricing: $5 suggested donation for CreateSocialChange.org


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