GET OUT: Five Ideas for Your Weekend

Friday is almost here and it’s time to make some plans. Entertainment abounds this weekend; check our picks for fun activities to hit and places to explore.

Where/When: 10a.m.-2p.m. Saturday Feb. 19 at Wilson Creek Winery, 35960 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591

Why Go: Come meet reality stars from shows like Fear Factor and The Amazing Race who will be on hand to autograph bottles of Wine sales benefit breast cancer resource center, Michelle’s Place

Pricing: $25 a bottle for a good cause

Where/When: 3p.m.-6p.m Monday-Friday

Why Go: You may swoon a bit when you hear the staff pronounce the words “fried mozzarella” with a perfect Italian accent. Whether that’s because of the accent or the promise of delicious mozzarella is irrelevant. The Happy Hour tapas is staggering; it includes bruschetta, calamari, mac and cheese, salmon skewers, mussels and more.

Pricing: $1 off drafts, $4 well drinks and margaritas, $3 house red and white wine

Where/When:  3p.m. Sunday Feb. 20 at The Merc, Temecula Old Town Community Theater, 42051 Main Street, Temecula, CA 92590

Why Go: Take some time out to enjoy a little music this weekend. Musicians Bill Owen and Alison Luedecke know what they’re doing.

Pricing: $5-$11

Where/When: Show times vary at

Why Go: With the Oscars fast approaching, now is your chance to see the movies that just may win. Black Swan, The King’s Speech and Rabbit Hole are all still playing this weekend.

Pricing: $5.50 first matinee of the day, $8 matinee before 5:30p.m., $10.50 general admission

Where/When: Daylight hours at

Why Go: Get out into the sunshine and walk the 1.89 mile trail. Grab a friend you’ve been meaning to catch up with or bring your kids who will love that playground.

Pricing: Free

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We know you have your favorites that we missed. So share your best ideas and tips for next weekend in our comment box below.