It's a Fundraising Weekend with 9/11 Tributes

This weekend will mark the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. It’s important to take a moment on Sunday and stop and remember the innocent that lost their lives and the people that risked theirs trying to save others. But it's also important to take some time and be grateful for what you have. We’ve got a 9/11 tribute event listed below and we also have some fun weekend activities for you and the family.

This weekend, Sept. 8-11, get out and spend some time with your loved ones. Stay nearby for bingo at the racetrack, a lesson in fishy food, a rough water swim and a burlesque fundraiser.

Venture out a little farther for a 5k walk or concert that’s in remembrance of 9/11, a clue-finding game at Legoland, a surf competition in Oceanside and more fundraisers. Stomp out your aggression at a Grape 5k and Festival in Escondido.

Patch also wants to remind you to hug your grandparents on Sunday (it’s Grandparent’s Day!) as well as thank all the men and women who continue to serve our country and protect us, be it military, firefighters or the police force. You all make a difference in our lives.

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BEST BETS CLOSE TO HOME

• When/where: Sports Club at Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 3 p.m. Sunday.
• Why go: Socialize, eat, drink and play Bingo with friends and peers. You could win some big bucks at this Bingo game.
• Price: $20-$25.

• When/where: , 7857 Girard Ave., La Jolla, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Saturday.
• Why go: Learn the ins and outs of sustainable seafood then get your hands in on the action with a cooking lesson.
• Price: $65.

• When/where: , 700 Prospect St., La Jolla, 6:30 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday.
• Why go: It’s a burlesque gala for the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCASD). Join well-known burlesque dancer Dita Von Teese and art-lovers for drinks, dinner, dancing and more. This annual gala raises money for the Museum’s education programs and exhibitions.
• Price: $650-$2,500.

• When/where: , 1100 Coast Blvd., La Jolla, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday (check-in), first race begins 8 a.m. Sunday.
• Why go: Five different levels of swimmers will compete in this annual rough water swim. Jump in the fun and register to participate—you could win $500!
• Price: $20-$120.

BEST BETS, A LITTLE FARTHER OUT

• When/where: De Anza Cove in Mission Bay Park, 3000 N. Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, 7:20 a.m. Sunday.
• Why go: Walk or run a 5k around Mission Bay in honor of those who serve and protect us, both past and present. Stick around afterward for a concert by the Navy’s Southwest Contemporary band.
• Price: Free.

• When/where: , 389 Requeza St., Encinitas, 4-6 p.m. Friday.
• Why go: Take the kids to the humane society for a dinner with dogs, provided by Whole Foods. Kids will also get to make some crafts and get a behind-the-scenes tour of the shelter.
• Price: $20.

• When/where: , 1 Legoland Dr., Carlsbad, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday.
• Why go: Your kids can journey through Legoland and its aquarium in search of clues and puzzles. This Puzzle Pursuit is put on by the Outdoor Outreach, which is a non-profit foundation that helps at-risk and underprivileged kids.
• Price: $80, which includes admission to the park.

• When/where: 100 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, 7:30 a.m. Saturday (registration begins at 6:30 a.m.)
• Why go: Walk or run a 5k then stick around for a grape festival that will include food and plenty of grape stomping.
• Price: $40.

• When/where: , 6628 Santa Isabel St., Carlsbad, 3 p.m. Sunday.
• Why go: Watch the La Jolla Symphony Chorus pays tribute to the 10th anniversary of 9/11 with a concert of Mozart’s Requiem. The audience is invited to sing along.
• Price: Free.

• When/where: , 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas, 5-10 p.m. Saturday.
• Why go: Support the botanic garden’s exhibits and programs while enjoying food, music and art sculptures.
• Price: $200.

• When/where: Oceanside Harbor, North Jetty, Oceanside, 7 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.
• Why go: Choose from 13 different divisions to surf in at the Surf for the Sea event. The beneficial surf competition gives its proceeds to organizations like the Surfrider Foundation. Enter yourself or just hang out and watch the competitors ride the waves.
• Price: $40-$80 and up.