Get Out! Novato Weekend Planner Aug. 26-28

Friday:

The Music Series continues with the Jamie Clark Band.  Jamie Clark is a compelling musician, singer-songwriter and performer. Influenced by musicians like Roy Orbison, Bruce Springsteen, Chris Isaak, Lucinda Williams, David Gray, Michael Bublé’ and many others, has given Jamie his unique, Original Pop-Americana sound. Jamie backed by his band radiates enthusiasm and soul. Don’t miss this show!

If you go: The free show starts at 6:30 p.m. Relax and enjoy the great music at , 366 Ignacio Blvd. in Novato. Don’t forget your blanket or low chairs.

Saturday:

The hosts its annual Heritage Dinner on Saturday with an Native American feast prepared by chef Beth Setrakian and family. The menu includes bison, salmon and squash blossoms stuffed with corn pudding with a dessert of Cherokee blackberry pie. Guest speaker Carla Allen Dine will talk about "what the squash blossom mean to the Dine.” Additionally the evening will continue with a raffle and the sale of contemporary American art. Guests are encouraged to wear their Native American jewelry.

If you go: Tickets are $85 for the event and reservations can be made by calling 415-897-4064. The event is from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at , 2200 Novato Blvd. in Novato. Limited seating.

Saturday:

Rock for Good is an all-volunteer organization with no paid administrative staff. Its board of directors include financial, legal and public relations specialists, music industry talent as well independent business people with a track record of getting things done. This week's free concert is Philip Claypool and the Smokehouse Band playing American country rock. Come on over and wear your shimmy shoes.

If you go: The free show is from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Novato City Green next to the, 901 Sherman Ave. in Novato.

Saturday:

Uma Thurman is the sword-wielding vengeful 'Bride' on a worldwide hunt for blood over a near-successful assassination at the hands of her former gang and their boss, Bill (David Carradine). This highly anticipated 2003 classic was in many ways a homage to Quentin  Tarantino's favorite action flick from the Orient that came out of the '60s and '70s bursting with vibrant hues, insanely over-the-top fight scenes, quirky characters, intentionally melodramatic music and dialogue. It was a film made with the drive-in experience in mind! This is an R rated film and contains content that may be unsuitable for the under 17 crowd.

If you go: The free film is from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Arrive early (and drive very slowly) if you plan on watching this free film from your car; access to the parking lot closes when the movie starts. The film is projected on the side of the old building, at 520 Palm Drive in Novato and transmitted over the FM band (88.3FM) just like modern drive-ins. Additionally, there's space up front for blankets and chairs. There will be a 20 minute intermission; a perfect time to hit the concession stand for popcorn, hot dogs, and cupcakes. There's even a raffle!  Donations are always welcome to offset the costs.

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