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The New World F.E.S.T

October 7 to 9

Friday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Adults $12; Children 14 and under $8

Santa Monica Beach

2600 Barnard Way

The New World F.E.S.T. is an event where people gather, have fun, and learn about our “new world” and how to protect it by ensuring the community works together toward a “smart future.” This is an event for people who care, and for people who want to care even more and do more. It’s also an event for anyone who values the combination of learning and having fun. There will be 150 cool exhibits and six stages, with live music, keynote speakers, live demos, newfangled gadgetry, prototypes, cool exhibits, healthy food demos by top chefs, eco-friendly products and more. For more information, visit www.thenewworldfest.com/santa-monica.

My Favorite! Bead Show

October 7 to 9

Friday 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday 10 a.m. to 6p.m.

Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission $6

Santa Monica Civic Auditorium

1855 Main Street

The acclaimed My Favorite! Bead Show comes to the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium this weekend. With the most dazzling array of loose beads, finished beaded jewelry, and beading supplies ever seen under one roof, this is a shopping event not to be missed. The quality selection, along with special show pricing direct from worldwide designers and manufacturers, make this a “must-see” show for the public. Children aged nine to 16 are free when accompanied by an adult. Children eight years and under are not permitted. For more information, visit www.intergem.com/flash/index.html.

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