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Get Out: Five Ideas For Your Weekend

From short films to tall sandwiches, this weekend promises to feed you well.

There is a little something for everyone this weekend. The film buffs will love the ShortFest, the kids can laugh with Pippi-of-the-crazy-braids, the nostalgic can see an old favorite, catwalkers can strut at a modeling contest and the Paul Bunyans out there can eat (or split) a Junkyard.

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When/Where: Show times vary through June 27 at various venues in Palm Springs

Why Go: Funny, moving and thought-provoking short films from all over the world are screened at this film festival. The festival box office is located at Camelot Theatres, 2300 East Baristo Road in Palm Springs. The festival also features galas, panels and filmmaker parties. Check out our event listing for a link to the website and the full event schedule.

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Pricing: $9-$10 General Admission, $45 Reel-Deal Six Pack, $150-$200 Insider Pass, $25 Opening and Closing Galas, $15 Filmmaker Parties, $10 Panels

When/Where: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 3:30 p.m. Sundays through July 10 at Yucaipa Little Theatre, 12135 California Street in Yucaipa

Why Go: Kim Lungstrum directs this entertaining play based on the classic Astrid Lindgren tale.

Pricing: $10-$12, family and group discounts are available

When/Where: 9 p.m this Friday at the Morongo Casino, Resort and Spa; 49500 Seminole Drive in Cabazon

Why Go: Remember that song, "I Miss You"? How about "Meeting in the Ladies Room"? Klymaxx sings all those old favorites at this live Funky Friday show.

Pricing: Free-$13.50

When/Where: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. this Saturday at the Cabazon Outlets, 48750 Seminole Drive in Cabazon

Why Go: This model search is open to those ages 15-35. Winners will be featured in Cabazon Outlets' print, web and on-site advertising; enjoy a shopping spree at the outlets; participate in a professional photo shoot and walk in a fall fashion show. Walk-up registration is from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. At 10 a.m., the catwalk presentation begins. Winners are announced at 1 p.m. You can also register online here.

Pricing: Free

When/Where: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday at

Why Go: This isn't so much a recommendation as it is a challenge. Look at that thing. It has chicken strips on it! Plus, two handmade patties, provolone and American cheese, ham, roast beef, pastrami, bacon, a fried egg, onion rings, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and onion all piled sky-high on grilled sourdough. Save room for a hand-dipped Chocolate Cake Shake! 

Pricing: $11.99 for The Junkyard, $2.50-$4 for a Chocolate Cake Shake

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