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Weekend Planner: Free Concert, Art Reception, 5K Run

Get your weekend fun planned with the help of these local events.

Friday, Aug. 31

: Enjoy "Blues Night" with the Gary Mendoza Band at the free musical event in a beautiful outdoor ampitheater. There is a new blanket policy; no pets allowed, except for service animals. Food is available for purchase. 
When: Friday, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Where:  3020 Renwick Ave, Elk Grove, CA 95758
Info: www.yourcsd.com, or call (916) 405-5600 

Saturday, Sept. 1 

: Hosted by the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center, this is a free “Kick Off - Meet the Artists” reception and invitation to its 1st Annual Elk Grove Art Tour, which will be held September 29. The art tour will include 27 artists displaying, demos and selling artwork at 10 different locations. 
When: Saturay, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Where:  9080 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Info: www.elkgrovefineartscenter.org, email egfinearts@frontiernet.net, or call (916) 685-5992. 

Sunday, September 2 

: Sponsored by The Running Zone, the proceeds of the race benefit the non-profit The Running Free Foundation, dedicated to connecting Sacramento County student atheletes in need with running shoes. 
When: Sunday, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
Where: Auto Center Dr & Laguna Grove Dr, Elk Grove, CA 95757
Info: www.runningzone.us, call (916) 478-9663, $10 entry fee per person

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