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The Weekender: Ideas for the Weekend of July 17-19


We're right in the middle of festival season. With plenty of music festivals, film festivals, art festivals and all kinds of other festivals, you should really look around and make sure you aren't missing anything.

If you're not sure about festivals that might be going on this weekend, we've highlighted just a few of them in our Big Six. So check it out.


The Big Six Must-Attend Events
This week's Big Six features art, music and movies:

1. Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago, Ill.
Rock out to music from Yo La Tengo, The Flaming Lips and more all weekend.

2. Deep Blues Fest '09 in Minneapolis, Minn.
Enjoy live music from a long list of performers and much more Thursday through Sunday.

3. da Vinci Days in Corvallis, Ore.

Check out all the Corvallis art scene has to offer this weekend at this art festival.

4. Bicycle Film Festival in Detroit, Mich.

Celebrate bikes and all things bike related at this film festival starting Tuesday.

5. Kicking & Screening in New York, N.Y.

Watch soccer-related films, meet soccer stars and enjoy games Tuesday through Saturday.

6. Maine International Film Festival in Waterville, Maine
Take in the movies at this 12th annual festival, ending this weekend.

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Fantastic Dinner Ideas
Throw a little Tex-Mex into your life this weekend. Also check for dining discounts near you.
Four More Dinner Ideas:
1. Enjoy a fresh cup at a nearby coffeehouse.
2. Celebrate a belated Bastille Day with French cuisine.
3. Cut the meat this weekend and go vegetarian.
4. Get yourself a little Mediterranean flavor.
Find more dining trends on Digital City and restaurants on When.

Movies You'll Want To See
Your favorite wizard is back in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
Four More Movies To See:
1. Bring a date to see 500 Days of Summer.
2. Get thrilled by Mischa Barton in Homecoming.
3. Catch Harry Potter on IMAX in 3-D.
4. Don't forget to catch the big hit Bruno.
Find a theater near you on When.

Hot Nightlife
Meet your friends at the local wine bar for a glass of vino.
Four More Nightlife Ideas:
1. Go out, have fun and save money with recession busters.
2. Browse your neighborhood for local bars and clubs.
3. Get some culture at a nearby gallery opening.
4. Take in a play with a close friend at the theater.
Find more nightlife trends on Digital City.

Kids & Family Fun
See lions and tigers and bears at the zoo. And find more fun family activities on ParentDish.
Four More Family Fun Ideas:
1. Stroll through a nature reserve or park.
2. Catch a concert the little ones will love.
3. Find activities at the nearest community center.
4. Check with a local book store for story time and other activities.

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