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Five Things For a Fantastic Friday: August 5

Patch offers up some fun ideas to jump start your weekend plans!

1. Crescenta Sports Association's under-14 all star team plays this morning against Ridgecrest Heat in the California State Games Tournament being held in San Diego. and will update when scores and news becomes available.

2. Support the philanthropies and programs by attending a wine-tasting at , Saturday, August 6, beginning at 7 p.m. The event costs $20 and includes wine sampling, appetizers, and a silent auction. 2427 Honolulu Ave. For more information, contact Dawna Berger at (818) 957-6939.

3. Theinvites all to a free movie night at , Saturday, August 6. "Captain of the Clouds", starring James Cagney and Dennis Morgan as WWII bush pilots, is set to begin at 8:15 p.m. Brings blankets, chairs, and non-alcoholic beverages to go with the free popcorn! The movie night is sponsored by the Historical Society, Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation, and the Crescenta Valley Town Council. 5107 Rosemont Ave.

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4. Head over to the Flintridge Bookstore and Coffeehouse for an afternoon of poetry with David Mayes, who will be presenting the work of his father, beat poet Richard Inskip Mayes. The free event begins at 3 p.m. Sunday, August 7, and will include David Mayes' personal photographs and stories from his family's days living in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, in the late 1950's. 1010 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada-Flintridge. 818-790-0717.

5. is now offering a 10 percent discount to ice cream lovers who use their Paradis Card. Stop in the ice cream shop for details, and don't be afraid to order the large size. Paradis' treats are made fresh daily. 2323 Honolulu Ave. 818-248-1004.

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