I still can’t believe it’s already November. I have my eye on Thanksgiving, and preparing for my favorite holiday. For those of you looking for something to do this weekend, as always we have a good variety of weekend activities. Check back Sunday for the complete list of Sunday Open Houses. 11th Annual Verdugo Hills Hike - BurbankNovember 5 at 8:00 AMExplore the trails in the Verdugo Mountains. Included in the registration fee is a meal — served at the ridge trail summit. 
Open House: 3532 Las Palmas Ave – GlendaleNovember 6 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM3 br & family rm, with great back yard, wd floors, c/a, copper plumbing, hot tub, and charming breakfast nook. Sparr Heights $635,000The talented Greg Martin starring in Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird at Actors Co-op’s Crossley Theatre – HollywoodBased on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, this is the iconic story of family, friendship and the strength of the human spirit. Performances are Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM and Sundays at 2:30 PM. 2011 Holiday Boutique at the La Canada Thursday Afternoon Club – La CanadaNovember 6 Enjoy a gourmet lunch under the oaks of the newly renovated patio and support the NCL Juniors. Shop for that special holiday gift for your special someone. Thirty new and returning vendors will be selling fashionable clothing, accessories, fine jewelry, exquisite home accessories, art and gourmet food items with a portion of their sales donated to benefit the philanthropies of the National Charity League, Inc., Glendale Chapter.Toddler Treks With Acorn Bear at Descanso Gardens – La CanadaNovember 4 at 9:30 AM Adults explore nature with young tots (ages 2 to 4) in weekly workshops that involve rotating themes, stories, crafts and an enchanting walk in the Gardens. Participants should wear sensible shoes and outdoor clothing. For the series, $56 for first child ($44 member child), $20 for siblings ($10 for member siblings). Acorn Bear t-shirt included. Advance registration required.Japanese Garden Festival at Descanso Gardens – La CanadaNovember 5th & 6th Friday: Sushi-Sake tasting event presented by Patina Restaurant Group. Enjoy the flavors of Japan and sample delectable sushi prepared by Chef Travis Kamiyami paired with amazing sake. $75 per person. Reservations required.The taiko drummers will perform at noon both Saturday and Sunday in the Under the Oaks Theater.Yami Yamauchi will create origami on a grand scale at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday. Using an 8-foot square of paper, he will demonstrate the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. Origami lessons will be offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Minka. Yami will teach young and old to create beautiful folded paper flowers.On Sunday, witness a Japanese tea ceremony in the Minka. The ceremony will be performed at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Seating is limited. Order early. Tickets, priced at $10.SHINE Gala 2011: Celebrating a Home Away from Home! At the Langham Hotel-PasadenaNovember 5 at 6:00 PM Honoring – Robert and Sally Pernecky, and their adult children Julie, Mike and Paul. The Perneckys own and operate several McDonald’s Restaurants in Pasadena and the Greater San Gabriel Valley.Old Pasadena Food Tasting Tour– PasadenaNovember 5 & November 6 from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PMThree hour walking tour illuminates the ethnic eateries of Old Pasadena. Tours are limited to 15 people and advance reservations are required. $49 per person, including all tasting.Family Festival and Farmers Market-MonroviaNovember 4, 5:00 PM, 500 S Myrtle Ave, FREEFeatures food stalls, kiddies rides, merchandise booths and live entertainment.Tweet
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