Get Out: Free Flicks, Fish Fry and St. Patrick's Pre-Game

Where/When: Clinton-Macomb Public Library, main branch, Thursday, Feb. 17 at 1 p.m.
Why Go: See a recent movie release close to home, for free. Today's selection is The Other Guys, a 2010 comedy starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg and Derek Jeter. Rated PG-13.
Pricing: Free.

Where/When: Teddy's Times Square, Thursday, Feb. 17, all evening long.
Why Go: It's only a month until St. Patrick's Day, so let the countdown begin. Teddy's will have Punch in-house, playing tunes, and there will be drink specials and green beer to enjoy.
Pricing: Varies.

Where/When: Fern Hill Country Club, Friday, Feb. 18, from 3-9 p.m.
Why Go: It's fish fry season, so why not enjoy the catch of the day? Fern Hill is offering all-you-can-eat fish and chips, soup, salad and dessert bar. And if fish and chips doesn't float your boat, then other menu options are available.
Pricing: $5,99 Early Bird special, from 3-5 p.m; $8.99 for the fish fry the rest of the evening.

Where/When: Ray Wiegand's Nursery, Saturday, Feb. 19, from 2-3 p.m.
Why Go: If you've always admired deliciate, beautiful orchids, but were afraid to try growing them, this is the event to get you started. Carolyn Butcher, of the Michigan Orchid Society, will grow your green thumb. Plus, if you attend the class you'll get a one-day 20 percent off coupon for all orchids and orchid supplies. And by attending you have a chance to win an orchid.
Pricing: Free, but reserve a spot by calling 586-286-3655.

Where/When: The Macomb Center, Sunday, Feb. 20, at 3 p.m.
Why Go: Macomb presents another chapter in its Travelogues series, "Wings Across the Channel." The focus is on Los Angeles' Island of Santa Catalina and its role in aviation.
Pricing: $12 at the door; $10 in advance.

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