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Get Out: Five Ideas For Your Weekend

You'll laugh, cry and feel groovy this weekend.

Laugh at a free comedy festival and maybe shed a tear during a powerful play this weekend.

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When/Where: 4:30-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday outside the California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. Fourth St., San Bernardino

Why Go: Stand-up comedians and musical acts will perform live at this free outdoor comedy festival. The event is part of the LOL Comedy Festival, which also features ticketed comedy shows inside the theater. Lots of food trucks will be at the event as well so you can snack while you laugh. Comedy is for mature audiences only.

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Pricing: Free

When/Where: All day Saturday at Macy's stores nationwide

Why Go: Charities and shoppers alike benefit from this all-day event. Shoppers can buy a special shopping pass online or in the store and enjoy 10 to 20 percent off most of their purchases. Local charities who have signed up for the Macy's event get to keep the shopping pass profits.

Pricing: $5 for a shopping pass 

When/Where: 11 a.m. Saturday at Barnes and Noble, 27460 Lugonia Ave., Redlands

Why Go: Kids can enjoy games, prizes, crafts and storytime plus a "Cupcake Decorating Station." Little decorators get a Cheesecake Factory cupcake, tons of decorations to make it sparkle plus a bakery bag to doodle on too. The theme for the day is "Superheroes and Tea Party Princesses" and costumes are encouraged!

Pricing: $3 per cupcake, 2 for $5

When/Where: Performances are 7:30 p.m. Fridays, 2:15 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and 2:15 p.m. Sundays beginning this Saturday through Sept. 25 at LifeHouse Theater at 1135 Church Street
Redlands. There is one Thursday performance at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 22.

Why Go: LifeHouse Theater will present an original adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic, "Les Miserables." The stirring drama transports the audience to the world of nineteenth century France.

Pricing: $14-18 adults, $7-9 children ages 3 to 11, tickets $1 more day of show, group rates available

When/Where: 1-4 p.m. Sunday at the San Bernadino County Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands

Why Go: Remember tie-dying and peace signs? How about flower-power? Participants will enjoy making works of art that symbolize peace. We will supply a handkerchief or you can bring your own white t-shirt to tie-dye. Please register in advance.

Pricing: Museum admission (free-$8) plus $5 per person for materials

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