Get Out: Weekend Planner For April 14 to 17

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.

Bellevue Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars, restaurants and shops to explore.

• Where/When: 10 p.m. - 1:15 a.m. on Friday's at .
  
• Why Go: Start your weekend off with a little Karaoke at Rock Bottom this Friday. DJ Thump will be on site and have all your favorites up and ready to go. All you need to do is sign up. Need a little liquid courage before you step on stage? Rock Bottom can help with that too. 
• Pricing: No cover.

• Where/When: 7:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at the .
• Why Go: If free live music is what you're after this weekend, the Crossroads Market Stage may be your best bet. Yogi & The Yoginis play on Friday and The Wiretappers play Saturday.
• Pricing: Free.

• Where/When: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sat, April 16 at .
• Why Go: Bellevue's annual Arbor/Earth Day celebration moves to the Bellevue Botanical Garden this year. Expect eco-friendly booths, demos and learning stations throughout the festival. There will also be a huge volunteer effort across the city in honor of the celebration. Over 300 volunteers will be planting trees and working hard to enhance Bellevue Parks. 
• Pricing: The event is free. Interested in volunteering? Visit the City's Volunteer page here.

• Where/When: 7:45 a.m. on Sun, April 17 at Bellevue's .
  
• Why Go: The Bellevue 10k run is back and just in time to help you get in that swim suit shape you need for Summer. If the 10K seems too extreme, try the 5k run/walk. There's also a half mile Kids' Dash available for kids 10 years old and younger. Not too stoked about getting your run on this Sunday? This 2011 Bellevue 10K promo might help you get motivated.
• Pricing: Pre-registration for 10k/5k: $30; Registration after April 15 & day of race: $35; Kids dash/10 and under: $10

• Where/When: 2 p.m. Sun, April 17 at the .
  
• Why Go: If the Arbor/Earth Day Festival peaked your interest in sustainable food, be sure to check out this showing of Good Food at the Kirkland Teen Center. After the film, stay for a Q&A with the film's producer. Not too sure what to expect from Good Food? Check out the film's trailer
  
• Cost: Admission is free, with fresh fruits, vegetables and cheese being served. Fairly-traded coffee will be provided. Please bring your own cup to avoid waste.