LAaLALand Alert!!!!

http://www.musiccenter.org/events/activearts.html

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CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: THE FILMS OF AKIRA KUROSAWA, PART II PRESENTS “DERSU UZALA”

Directed by Kurosawa at the invitation of the Soviet Union, Dersu Uzala went on to win the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Based on a true story, it centers on the friendship between a Russian surveyor in Siberia and a native guide, Dersu Uzala, whose quiet presence hides a powerful grace and an even more powerful connection to the world around him. Based on a novel by Vladimir Arsenyev. Presented in Russian and Chinese dialogue with English subtitles. 35mm, 144 min.
$10

7:30pm

Billy Wilder Theater

Hammer Museum

10899 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles 90025

http://www.cinema.ucla.edu/calendar/calendardetails.aspx?details_type=2&id=407

DANCE DOWNTOWN – THROWBACK NIGHT – 60’s DANCES

Learn the dance classics. No experience or partner necessary. Free lesson at 6:30pm.

Free

6:30-10pm

Music Center Plaza

135 N. Grand Ave.

Los Angeles

LIVE JAZZ @ LACMA

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

http://www.caskeylees.com/Vintage/Vintage.html

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HOLLYWOOD FOREVER PRESENTS “GOODFELLAS”

Catch the screening of this 1990 film directed by Martin Scorcese and starring Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci and Robert De Niro. DJ Carlos Nino spins before and after the screening.

$10

Gates open at 7pm, screening at 8:30pm

The Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever

www.cinespia.org

http://www.hollywoodforever.com/culture

TONI SCOTT “PORTRAIT OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT” ARTIST TALK & CLOSING RECEPTION
This show exhibits the work of ubertalented artist Toni Scott’s eclectic mix of portraits & sculptures created over 15 years.

Free

2-6pm, Talk at 4pm

Jose Vera Fine Art & Antiques

2012 Colorado Blvd

Eagle Rock 90041

FROGTOWN ARTWALK

A yearly free tour of the studios of the artists and artisans of Elysian Valley AKA Frogtown.
4-10PM

Along Blake Avenue

Los Angeles 90039

www.frogtownarts.com

“JIMI HENDRIX: BLUE WILD ANGEL” & “THE WHO: LISTENING TO YOU” SCREENINGS

This doc focuses on Jimi Hendrix and Pete Townshend as they determine which artist would perform first at Monterey. The quandary was because neither artist wanted to go on second, causing serious antics and drama to ensue. Hendrix producer Eddie Kramer and Who engineer Cy Langston will toss a coin in front of the audience to determine which film screens first!

$11 General, $9 Student/Senior, $7 American Cinematheque Member
7:30pm

Egyptian Theatre

6712 Hollywood Blvd

Hollywood

CHINATOWN SUMMER NIGHTS – LONGEVITY

Explore Chinatown while enjoying LA’s gourmet food trucks, the local wares, viewing Chinese chef-led cooking demos and dance in Central Plaza with KCRW’s DJs!

5pm-Midnight

Between Broadway and Yale Street, from College to Bernard Street
Los Angeles 90012

www.chinatownsummernights.com

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HOLLYWOOD FOREVER PRESENTS “WILDSTYLE”

The original hip hop classic starring Fab Five Freddy, Debbie Harry, Patti Astor and more. DJ spins before and after the screening.

$10

Gates open at 7pm, screening at 8:30pm

The Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever

www.cinespia.org

http://www.hollywoodforever.com/culture

MJ’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AT THE AUTRY

Presented by Hot 92.3 FM, celebrate the King of Pop’s birthday with music, dancing, and more! Michael Jackson’s tunes will spin all day long as visitors view the new installation of How the West Was Worn by . . . Michael Jackson inside the museum. Arrive early for a special Happy Birthday sing-a-long and birthday cake. Plus, learn the dance moves to Thriller and taste some of Michael Jackson’s favorite food in the Golden Spur Cafe.

Autry Members: free, Adults: $9, Students with current ID and Seniors (60+): $5, Children (3-12): $3, Children under 3: free

11am-5pm

The Autry Museum

Griffith Park

Los Angeles

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: THE FILMS OF AKIRA KUROSAWA, PART II FEATURING “THE IDIOT”

This final film in the seminal Kurasawa retrospective is his 1951 adaptation of Dostoyevsky’s The Idiot. The visuals are stunning and Kurosawa’s fidelity to the characterizations and themes of his “favorite author” is almost fanatic. An ingenious scenario finds Myshkin personified as Kameda, an ex-soldier who narrowly escapes death, whose vow to practice total selflessness in his relationships still cannot stave off tragedy.

35mm, 166 min.

$10

7pm

Billy Wilder Theater

Hammer Museum

10899 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles 90025

http://www.cinema.ucla.edu/calendar/calendardetails.aspx?details_type=2&id=407

VINTAGE CLOTHING & TEXTILE SHOW

Commemorating its 26th year, the Vintage Clothing & Textile Show features 65 exhibitors showcasing textiles, clothing, linens, accessories, handbags, shoes and more. Find unique wares!

9am-3pm

$6 general; $20 early admission at 8 a.m.

Pickwick Gardens

1001 W. Riverside Dr.

Burbank 91506

JAZZ ON THE LAWN 2010

Every Sunday in August catch jazz artists on the lawn. Picnic and enjoy the music.

Free

5-7pm

Santa Monica City Hall

Main St.

Santa Monica
www.smgov.net/arts

COLOMBIAN CINEMA SHOWCASE

Check out the best in Colombian feature films, documentaries and shorts.

$5-10

Every Sunday thru 8/29 @ 11am

628 Alamitos Ave.

Long Beach

Culver City Veterans Park

THE DO-OVER PARTY

This is LA’s most popular after-brunch party. Hosts Haycock, Jamie Strong & Aloe Blacc + special unannounced guests hold it down. Early Arrival highly recommended because this place gets packed! Every Sunday Summer Afternoon since 2005.

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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FIESTA LA BALLONA

This fest offers two stages with live entertainment, one with professional music acts and the other with local performers. Enjoy carnival rides, food, arts and crafts, a beer and wine garden, a chili cookoff, and a K-9 demonstration.

Free

Friday: 4:30-10pm, Saturday-Sunday: 8:30am-9pm

4117 Overland Ave.

Culver City 90232

http://www.fiestalaballona.org/

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, thru September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Thru Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

This class takes the mind-body-spirit transformation to the next level. Jesse Brune (Bravo’s “Workout”) and Rev. Jennifer Hadley (Agape International Spiritual Center) have teamed up to offer you spiritual fitness. ZENspin is a collaborative effort created to honor the body, mind, and spirit of each student and create a truly transformative and inspiring ride. Challenge your body as trainer Jesse Brune takes you through a rigorous spin experience while Rev. Jennifer Hadley taps into the Mind-Spirit connection with humorous and heartfelt inspiration to transform and live your very best life! It’s a true twofer – spiritual fitness!

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

Something you may have always wanted to try but never did – a hot air balloon ride! This time around, it’s green too. Check out the OC skyline from 500 feet up. There will be thirty people on each ride, it’s handicap accessible, registration is 15 minutes before flights and sign a waiver to participate.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

Every few days this unique site does an amazing sale. Here’s how their site benefits over 5 million customers: find the restaurant you want to eat at and gift certificates of multiple denominations. Normally a $25 gift certificate that requires a minimum $35 purchase (+ 18% gratuity on the total bill) for 2 people sells for $10. Well, if they’re having an 80% off sale that voucher comes out to only $2! Spend $2 and get $25 off of your $35 check. This is totally legitimate and restaurants are usually quite appreciative for the new business.

LAaLALand Alert!!!! Party Weekend

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LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include: Downtown LA Artwalk, Dominican food tasting, Grand Performances, Scorcese Double Feature, Scion party, Dance Downtown, Drum Downtown, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

http://www.farmlab.org/2008/08/metabolic-studio-public-salon-gabriella.html

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DOWNTOWN ART WALK
This is a self-guided tour that showcases the many art exhibition venues in Downtown Los Angeles — commercial art galleries, museums, and non-profit arts venues.

2nd Thursday of every month

http://www.downtownartwalk.com/

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GRAND PERFORMANCES WITH BASSEKOU KOUYATE & NGONI BA AND DENGUE FEVER

Ali Farka Toure ‘Amandrai’ live at Ségou Festival from World Circuit on Vimeo.

Enjoy Malian and Cambodian music by the water.

Free

8-10pm

Grand Performances

350 S. Grand Ave.

Los Angeles 90071
http://www.grandperformances.org/en/events/bassekou-kouyate-ngoni-ba-and-dengue-fever.html

GABRIELLA SALOMON: SALAD SALON @ FARMLAB L.A.

This certified Spiritual Live Foods Instructor known as Raw Mama will teach a class on making healthy salads and salad dressing.

Free

Noon

Farmlab

1745 N. Spring St, #4

Los Angeles 90012

DANCE DOWNTOWN – DISCO NIGHT

Shake your groove thing while you hustle Downtown. No experience or partner necessary. Free lesson at 6:30pm.

Free

6:30-10pm

Music Center Plaza

135 N. Grand Ave.

Los Angeles

http://www.musiccenter.org/events/activearts.html

LIVE JAZZ @ LACMA

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

http://www.musiccenter.org/

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DRUM DOWNTOWN

Learn or simply add to the rhythms with hand drums, shakers, tambourines, and other percussion instruments provided. For non-drummers and drummers of all levels. Novices and experienced folks welcome.

Free

10am

Music Center Plaza

135 N. Grand Ave.

Los Angeles

SCION’S UNLOCK THE TC GRAND FINALE

This event sponsored by Scion will feature free haircuts, free food from LA’s finest food trucks: Grill ‘Em All, The Grilled Cheese Truck, Asiadog, & Get Shaved. Schmooze with the Scion racing team, check out a classic car show, and browse the installation art gallery. There will also be a live performance by The Spits and DJ sets from Rob Wonder and 12th Planet.

Free

3pm

Barker Hanger

3021 Airport Ave. Ste.203

Santa Monica

Free with RSVP @ http://www.scion.com/unlockthetc

BLOOMFEST LA 2010
TRUE Downtown Arts District is an open house of cafés, galleries, performance venues, and 40+ studios at this annual street fair featuring 15 live bands, vendor booths and food trucks.
Free

Noon-11pm
http://www.bloomfestla.com

SUMMER FESTIVAL ON THE COURTYARD

Enjoy summer with a full day of family-friendly activities, crafts and workshops. Festivities include a caricature artist, face painting, balloons, airbrushed tattoos, readings and more. It’s the museum’s 25^th anniversary.

Free

11am-5pm

Japanese American National Museum

Little Tokyo 90012

http://www.janm.org/events/#14

LA CRAFT EXPERIENCE

LACE is an outdoor market located in historic Chinatown’s Central Plaza with unique vendors including designers, crafters and artists selling unique, handmade, original or hard-to-find items.

Free

11am-6pm

Chinatown Central Plaza

N Broadway and W College St
Los Angeles 90012

OUTDOOR CINEMA FOOD FEST PRESENTS “THE BREAKFAST CLUB”

This huge picnic features outdoor movies with over 60 food trucks to sample throughout the summer.

6-11pm, thru August 28th

700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037

http://www.amoeba.com/live-shows/calendars.html

CHINATOWN SUMMER NIGHTS – WISDOM

Explore Chinatown while enjoying LA’s gourmet food trucks, the local wares, viewing Chinese chef-led cooking demos and dance in Central Plaza with KCRW’s DJs!

5pm-Midnight

Between Broadway and Yale Street, from College to Bernard Street
Los Angeles 90012

www.chinatownsummernights.com

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SUNDAY SOUND MATINEE WITH GUEST DJ SPINDERELLA

Salt-N-Pepa’s legendary DJ/member Spinderella rocks Amoeba’s stage. Other special guests from her Backspin Crew. Live webcast via UStream.

Free

2pm

Amoeba Music

6400 Sunset Blvd.

Hollywood

GRAND OPENING OF DOMINICAN, CUBAN, PUERTO RICAN & OTHER CARIBBEAN FOOD SHOP AT EL RINCONCITO Y LA COCINA DEL CAMAGUEY

Mi amiga (my friend) Ilonka Garcia recently started offering authentic Caribbean Latino food for pick-up, take out & catering at one of LA’s oldest Cuban markets, El Camaguey. Her food is scrumptious and made healthily. The prices are amazing too – every day she has $5 meal specials and all dishes are under $10. The flavors will make you think you’re back on the east coast or even in the Caribbean. There are options for every customer’s palate: fried when you want to be bad (lol), vegetarian bowls, island plates, prime ribs, pupusas, tacos and tortas, steaks, sandwiches and plate combinations. Ilonka’s new culinary partner is a gentleman named Hector who owned the first Dominican restaurant ever opened in California called Caribe Sol Restaurant in Glendale. Her food is GREAT! The shop has been open for less than a month and already has a following.

Food under $10

5-8pm

El Rinconcito del Camaguey Market

10925 Venice Blvd

Los Angeles 90034

310.880.6961 – feel free to call in your order in advance

TWO SCORSESE FILMS

Catch two of Scorsese’s most popular films: “Mean Streets” and “Goodfellas”, author and screenwriter Nicholas Pileggi will appear for a Q&A following Sunday’s 4:45pm screening.

Sunday- 4:45pm, 7:30pm, 9:30pm; Monday- 7:30pm, 9:30pm
New Beverly Cinema

Los Angeles 90036

http://www.newbevcinema.com/

JAZZ ON THE LAWN 2010

This annual August series features the Cuban and African rhythms of Bobby Matos and his Afro-Latin Ensemble on August 8. Picnic and enjoy the music.

Free

5-7pm

Santa Monica City Hall

Main St.

Santa Monica
www.smgov.net/arts

COLOMBIAN CINEMA SHOWCASE

Check out the best in Colombian feature films, documentaries and shorts.

$5-10

Every Sunday thru 8/29 @ 11am

628 Alamitos Ave.

Long Beach

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA PRESENTS “TWELFTH NIGHT”

I love Shakespeare By the Sea so this event has the recipe for success! Shakespeare by the Sea has been presenting quality admission-free Shakespeare performances throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties since 1998. These free performances have become a tradition for thousands of Los Angeles families. Last year’s attendance reached near 20,000 total audience members. Catch their great cast in the “Twelfth Night” as this park with a lighthouse and along the water.

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, thru September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert!!! Food Fest Extra

admin — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 18:18:22 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include: Elijah Wood & Macy Gray Guest DJ sets, First Fridays on Abbot Kinney, “Sunset Boulevard” & “The Hangover” screenings, National Bowling Week, Ecuadorian Festival, Weezer Concert, Long Beach Crawfish Fest, Taste in San Pedro, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

http://www.abbotkinneynow.com

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FIRST FRIDAYS ON ABBOT KINNEY

This is my favorite street in LA. Galleries, stores and restaurants stay open late for the public with lots of wine and parties at this monthly event.

Free

6-10pm

Abbot Kinney Boulevard

Venice 90291

TIMELESS

This event centers around music and food trucks! In 2009, the Timeless concert series was filmed. It was a tribute to influencers of hip-hop Arthur Verocai, acclaimed for his oft-sampled 1972 solo album; J. Dilla, the late Detroit record producer; and Mulatu Astatke, creator of Ethio-jazz. They will be remixed live by the Beat Junkies’ J. Rocc at an outdoor film screening in Little Tokyo Plaza, at this first event of the JACCC’s “Summer on the Plaza” series of free movies and concerts.

Free

7pm

Japanese American Cultural & Community Center

244 S. San Pedro St.

Los Angeles

“PISTOLERA” FREE CONCERT AT LEVITT PAVILION MACARTHUR PARK

Catch this funked up version of Norteno, ranchera and cumbia music in the middle LA. Picnic on the lawn with your food, chairs and blankets.

Free

7:30pm

MacArthur Park

2230 W. 6^th St.
Los Angeles 90057

www.levittla.org

FIRST FRIDAYS @ LIFE ON WILSHIRE: COMEDY & MUSIC SHOW

Enjoy this new, live, monthly comedy and music variety featuring the band Old Blues Eyes lead by Mark DeCarlo. The spot is hot! Giveaways include FREE BAR TAB for the nights winning Band-E-Okee table.

Free

9-11pm

LIFE on Wilshire

6311 Wilshire Boulevard @ Crescent Heights

Hollywood

www.lifeonwilshire.com

www.OldBluesEyes.com

FRIDAY NIGHT FLICK @ PERSHING SQUARE – “SUNSET BOULEVARD”

Catch this classic film for free in Downtown LA.

Free

7pm

Pershing Square

532 S Olive St
Los Angeles 90189
www.laparks.org

LIVE JAZZ @ LACMA

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

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NATIONAL BOWLING WEEK

Today is “World Record Day” so you can go bowling for free at this national event. There are over 20 participating locations in the LA area.

Coupon for FREE bowling @ GoBowling.com

OBS MEETING

The Organization of Black Screenwriters is having a panel with two of the hottest authors in the mystery and Sci-Fi world: Tananarive Due & Steve Barnes. They co-authored the Tennyson Hardwick series with Blair Underwood who has taken the book to the ‘Vook’ – preparing for what will be a great feature film. The topic will be “Adaptation: Adapting Your Book/Novel to Screenplay”. This discussion will lead into the feature film market. What is high-concept? What is commercial? They’ll discuss how to pitch, bankable/star power, and much more. Open to the public, all ethnicities welcome.

Free for members, $20 for non-members (can be used towards joining that day)

10am-12:30pm

Golden State Mutual Bldg

1999 W. Adams

Los Angeles

FREE WEEZER CONCERT

Weezer performs for 500,000 spectators at the Hurley US Open of Surfing on Huntington Beach.

Free

4:30-6:30pm

US Open of Surfing

Huntington Beach

www.usopenofsurfing.com

LATIN SOUNDS: ADONIS PUENTES @ LACMA

Buena Vista Social Club leader Juan de Marcos calls Cuban-Canadian vocalist Adonis Puentes, “Verdadero Sonero.” Puentes has opened for Celia Cruz, Oscar De Leon, Paquito De Rivera, Eddie Palmieri, Cuban Timba All Stars, and Jane Bunnett and Pancho Quinto, as well as jazz greats Hubert Laws and Kenny Burrell.

Free

5pm

LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art)

5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles 90036

El Pueblo De Los Angeles Historic Monument

ECUADORIAN FESTIVAL

Enjoy Ecuadorian culture at La Placita Olvera right across the street from Union Station and one block from Chinatown. Olvera Street is the birthplace of the City of Los Angeles in 1781. El Pueblo Historic Monument is a traditional Mexican style plaza area with shops for handcrafted Mexican souvenirs. 50,000 attendees expected.

Free

10am-6pm

125 Paseo De La Plz Ste 400
Los Angeles 90012

BRANDED ART: ART EXHIBITION WITH GUEST DJ MACY GRAY

This event benefits the Witness To A Dream Foundation and introduces the Terry Brand Book Scholarship. This is a mega gallery opening and a mega party with live music and painting demonstrations.

$10

5pm

8810 Washington Blvd.

Culver City

http://www.brandedartevents.com

18^TH STREET’S HOT SUMMER ART NIGHT

Art, culture and the mandatory food trucks in Santa Monica!

Free

6-10pm

18th Street Arts Center

1639 18th Street 90404

http://www.18thstreet.org

MASSAGE & PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE OPEN HOUSE

Learn about training and work opportunities for Physical Therapy Aides, Massage Therapists, or Chiropractor Assistants.

Free

Noon

IPPT Career School

5644 Vineland Avenue

North Hollywood
http://www.ippt.com

LONG BEACH FUNK FEST

Downtown Long Beach gets funky at the intersection of Pine and Broadway Avenues. Last year 15,000 jammed to the music.

Free

11am-10pm

Downtown Long Beach

250 Pine Ave.

Long Beach
http://www.summerandmusic.com

DON’T KNOCK THE ROCK BMI ROUNDTABLE: MUSIC IN FILM, TV

Cinefamily and BMI host this panel discussion about the shifting landscape for music rights and new media. How to get music into films, and filmmakers can learn how to clear music rights. Director Allison Anders, music supervisor Tiffany Anders, composer Carter Armstrong, music supervisor Michelle Belcher, composer Jeff Danna, musician Michael Des Barres, director Drake Doremus, director Stephen Kijak, music supervisor Howard Parr and BMI executive Doreen Ringer Ross. Great discussion for filmmakers and musicians.

2pm

The Silent Movie Theatre

Fairfax near Melrose

Los Angeles

http://www.cinefamily.org/

SRI LANKA DAY EXPO

Appreciate Sri Lankan music, dance, food and other cultural aspects at this annual event attended by 40,000 people!

Free

Third Street Promenade

Santa Monica

COMEDY OF SHERM

Fresh new comedy in LAme!

$10 at the door, for $5 tickets email asherman61@gmail.com No drink minimum.

7pm

Sal’s Comedy Hole

833 N. La Brea Avenue

Hollywood 90038.

OUTDOOR CINEMA FOOD FEST PRESENTS “THE HANGOVER”

I heart “The Hangover”! This huge picnic features outdoor movies with over 60 food trucks to sample throughout the summer.

6-11pm, thru August 28th

700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037

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SUNDAY SOUND MATINEE WITH GUEST DJ ELIJAH WOOD

Actor, record label owner, and music aficionado Elijah Wood is the special guest DJ this week in our Summer DJ series, Sunday Sound Matinee! He spins from 2-4pm.

Free

2pm

Amoeba Music

6400 Sunset Blvd.

Hollywood

http://www.amoeba.com/

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MURALS UNDER THE STARS – MEXICO’S 200 YEARS

Celebrating Mexico’s Bicentennial, this multimedia presentation explores all aspects of Mexico’s history and art and how this historical experienced was expressed in art. There are also scenes from Mexico’s best films and the diverse countries best classical and popular music.

$10-30

7pm

Downtown Independent Theater

628 Alamitos Ave.

Long Beach

http://molaa.org

JAZZ ON THE LAWN 2010

This annual August series features the Cuban and African rhythms of Bobby Matos and his Afro-Latin Ensemble on August 8. Picnic and enjoy the music.

Free

5-7pm

Santa Monica City Hall

Main St.

Santa Monica
www.smgov.net/arts

CLASSIC TETRIS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

Get off the computer and find out who’s the best Tetris player in the world. Maybe you are!

$10

Noon

251 S. Main Street

Los Angeles

COLOMBIAN CINEMA SHOWCASE

Check out the best in Colombian feature films, documentaries and shorts.

$5-10

Every Sunday thru 8/29 @ 11am

628 Alamitos Ave.

Long Beach

http://tasteinsanpedro.com

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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CHINATOWN SUMMER NIGHTS – PROSPERITY

Explore Chinatown while enjoying LA’s gourmet food trucks, the local wares, viewing Chinese chef-led cooking demos and dance in Central Plaza with KCRW’s DJs!

5pm-Midnight

Between Broadway and Yale Street, from College to Bernard Street
Los Angeles 90012

www.chinatownsummernights.com

A TASTE IN SAN PEDRO

Try it all from McQ’s Smoke House (BBQ), Mishi’s Strudel Bakery & Cafe (strudel), Thai Tiffany (fried rice), Puesta del Sol (mini-burritos), Penguin Snow Cones (churros and funnel cake), the Los Angeles Harbor College Culinary Arts Program (the Supercuts of food), and Albertsons Service Deli & Fresh Bakery. Cover bands include Spirit of Zeppelin, Soul Sacrifice, and Hollywood Stones (formerly Sticky Fingers). I love Point Fermin Park.

$10, $5 seniors & kids 6-17, under 5 free

Friday-Sunday

Point Fermin Park

807 Paseo del Mar; San Pedro CA

LONG BEACH CRAWFISH FESTIVAL

Louisiana’s most famed seafood is the crawfish. Eat some while enjoying the feast and music by the Mark St. Mary Lousiana Blues and Zydeco Band, Andre Thierry and Zydeco Magic, the Blues Box Bayou Band, Bennie and the Swamp Gators, and others.

Saturday, noon-11pm & Sunday, noon-10pm
$15 at the gate; admission plus crawfish feast $25 in advance, $35 at the gate

Rainbow Lagoon

Long Beach 90802

www.longbeachcrawfishfestival.com

DOMINICAN, CUBAN, PUERTO RICAN & OTHER CARIBBEAN FOOD AT EL RINCONCITO Y LA COCINA DEL CAMAGUEY

Food under $10

Daily from 11am-7pm

El Rinconcito del Camaguey Market

10925 Venice Blvd

Los Angeles 90034

310.880.6961 – feel free to call in your order in advance

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA PRESENTS “TWELFTH NIGHT”

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, thru September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert!!!! Midsummer Night

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:32:40 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include: Lula Washington Dance Theatre, Dance Downtown’s Zydeco party, Rock Doc fest, Dragon Boat Race Fest, Los Feliz Street Fair, Westside Food Fest, Indonesian Fest, Judge Mablean booksigning, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

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GRAND PERFORMANCES FEATURING ADONIS PUENTES (Noon) & LULA WASHINGTON DANCE THEATRE (8pm)

Cuban-born Canadian Adonis Puentes performs Mambo, salsa, and rhumba.

L.A.’s Lula Washington Dance Theatre celebrates 30 years of influential community service with thrilling choreography by Lula and Jordi Caballero (Dancing with the Stars) that delves into African, Flamenco and Modern styles. Experience the new work that Rennie Harris has set on the company, Reign - examining love and its accompanying struggles. The evening will be tied together with Double Dutch, live musicians and drums galore.

Free

8pm

Grand Performances

350 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles 90071

DANCE DOWNTOWN FEATURING ZYDECO

Mardi Gras anybody? A cultural blend of Creole, French and American, Zydeco is one of the most exhilarating dance styles around. No experience or partner necessary. Complimentary beginner lessons at 6:30pm and all evening.

Free

6:30pm

Active Arts at the Music Center
Music Center Plaza
135 North Grand Avenue
Los Angeles 90012

www.musiccenter.org

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

Serra Park (Across from the Union Station in LA)

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BHANGRA & PACHA MASSIVE @ GRAND PERFORMANCES

This is the ultimate international party. India meets Colombia; Pacha Massive mixes traditional Latin rhythms like cumbia, and palo with reggae, dancehall, dub and electronica. Non Stop Bhangra features Bollywood dancers, Indian, Pakistani and Sri Lankan beats mixed with hip hop, reggae, and electronica .
7:30pm - Bhangra dance lesson before the show starts at 8pm

California Plaza

Downtown

www.grandperformances.org

INDONESIAN FESTIVAL

Celebrate Indonesian cultural performance, bazaar and cuisine at this expo.

Free

10am-10pm

Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Los Angeles

3457 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles 90005

THE MOVEMENT: FLASH MOB DANCE FOR NATIONAL DANCE DAY!

The Movement LA is hosting a flash mob dance for the newly founded non-profit organization that’s mission is to empower disadvantaged, at-risk youth to creatively express themselves through the exploration of the art, music, dance and culture of House music. Be ready to be caught on the 7-minute video.

Free

1:15pm, fete starts at 1:19pm sharp!

125 Paseo De La Plaza

Los Angeles

www.unifythemovement.org

LOS FELIZ VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD FAIR

This huge Los Feliz fair is held along Vermont Ave., Hollywood Blvd. and Hillhurst Ave. There will be specials and discounts, plus live music, children’s entertainment and a scavenger hunt. Free trolleys will tour the village.

Free

2-9pm

Vermont Ave. and Hollywood Blvd.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.losfeliz.biz/

WESTSIDE FOOD FEST

Twelve of LA’s best food truck vendors offer great food at this event sponsored by the Achievable Foundation to help low-income children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.

$5.00 tix available online

12-4pm

Venice High School

13000 Venice Blvd.

Los Angeles 90066

http://achievable.org/Events/Westside_Food_Fest/index.html

“COUNTDOWN TO ZERO” SCREENING

Ever since Manhattan Project director J. Robert Oppenheimer captured the horror of the mushroom cloud as “the destroyer of worlds,” nuclear weapons have stoked fear, awe, and greed everywhere. The U.S. and the Soviet Union assembled massive nuclear arsenals poised to launch at the push of a button. Countries around the world clamored for uranium and the technology to transform it into deadly weaponry. But since the Cold War ended, the delicate balance the two superpowers preserved — and the disarmament process they began — has largely collapsed, leaving the world with nine nuclear powers and arsenals vulnerable to terrorism, failed diplomacy, or simple accident. Featuring dozens of interviews, including with statesmen like Mikhail Gorbachev and Pervez Musharraf, director Lucy Walker and producer Lawrence Bender’s “Countdown to Zero” traces the history of the atomic bomb from its origins to today’s disarmament efforts. Zócalo and KCRW present the Los Angeles premiere of “Countdown to Zero”, a powerful documentary that makes the case for eliminating nuclear weapons around the world.

Free (reservation recommended)

5:20pm

Arclight Hollywood

6360 W Sunset Blvd

Los Angeles 90028

http://www.zocalopublicsquare.org

“YOU DON’T KNOW JACK” SCREENING

This doc is about Jack Soo, the first Asian American cast in the lead role of a regular TV series (“Valentine’s Day,” 1963). Soo later starred in “Barney Miller” and paved the way for future generations of Asian American performers. Q&A with filmmaker Adachi follows the screening.

Free

2pm

Japanese American National Museum

369 E. 1st St.

Los Angeles 90012

http://www.janm.org/

OUTDOOR CINEMA FOOD FEST PRESENTS “MOULIN ROUGE”

This huge picnic features outdoor movies with over 60 food trucks to sample throughout the summer.

6-11pm, thru August 28th

700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

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EATLACMA PUBLIC FRUIT JAM

The Fallen Fruit art collective teaches Angelenos to bring their own homegrown or handpicked fruit and participate in a big jam-making session. Leave with your own jar of homemade jam.

Free

Noon

5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles 90036

www.lacma.org

JUDGE MABLEAN EPHRIAM BOOKSIGNING

Judge Mablean Ephriam is the first judge on “Divorce Court” and was also featured on “Celebrity Fight Club”. She’ll sign her new book – Life Lessons: Tools for Weekly Living – at The Museum of African American Art.

Book purchase

2-4pm

The Museum of African American Art

Macy’s 3rd Floor | Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
4005 Crenshaw Boulevard
Los Angeles 90008

http://www.maaala.org

JAZZ ON THE LAWN 2010

This annual August series features the high energy funk of Pinot on August 1 and the Cuban and African rhythms of Bobby Matos and his Afro-Latin Ensemble on August 8. Picnic and enjoy the music.

Free

5-7pm

Santa Monica City Hall

Main St.

Santa Monica
www.smgov.net/arts

COLOMBIAN CINEMA SHOWCASE

Check out the best in Colombian feature films, documentaries and shorts.

$5-10

Every Sunday 8/1 – 8/29 @ 11am

628 Alamitos Ave.

Long Beach

https://americancinematheque.com

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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MOCA PRESENTS DENNIS HOPPER DOUBLE STANDARD

Claimed to be the “first comprehensive survey exhibition” of the late Dennis Hopper’s career by a national museum. Catch his contributions to art, film, and popular culture.

Through Sep 26

The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA

152 North Central Avenue

Los Angeles

http://www.moca.org/museum/exhibitiondetail.php?&id=438

PASADENA DESIGN & BEAD SHOW

300 hundred wearable art, handmade beads, art jewelry and crafts exhibitors are selling original handwork and design products. Also featured are workshops in bead making, jewelry design, metalwork, weaving, art clay silver, found object jewelry, mixed-media, embroideries, polymer clay, and personal style development.

$10

Thru Sunday, 10am-6pm

The Hilton Pasadena

168 Los Robles Avenue

Pasadena

http://www.pasadenabeadanddesignshow.com/

WILD THINGS: A CELEBRATION OF ROCK DOCUMENTARIES

Various 1960s and 1970s rock docs including “Gimme Shelter” and “Woodstock” screen in double-features during this 3-day fest.

$11/night

7:30pm thru July 31^st

Aero Theatre

Santa Monica

LONG BEACH DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

One of the premiere dragon boat competitions in California, this fest also includes Chinese art demonstrations, acrobatics, dance performances, live music, martial arts, food and fun.

Free

Saturday, 9am-6pm & Sunday, 9am-3:30pm

Marine Stadium

5225 E. Paoli Way

Long Beach 90803

http://lbdragonboat.com/

DOMINICAN, CUBAN, PUERTO RICAN & OTHER CARIBBEAN FOOD AT EL RINCONCITO Y LA COCINA DEL CAMAGUEY

Food under $10

Daily from 11am-7pm

El Rinconcito del Camaguey Market

10925 Venice Blvd

Los Angeles 90034

310.880.6961 – feel free to call in your order in advance

OLD PASADENA FILM FESTIVAL

This three-week movie series that unites film with urban settings, taking place on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from July 8-31.

http://www.oldpasadena.org/

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA PRESENTS “TWELFTH NIGHT”

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert!!!! July Fests

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 19:31:09 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include: Vikter Duplaix’s Kiss-N-Grind tribute to Maxwell, D’Angelo & Musiq Soulchild, Grand Performances featuring Bilal, Disco Night at Friday Night Sing-alongs, Cinefamily Dennis Hopper Tribute, Venice & Malibu festivals, movie screenings, Caribbean food in LA, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

W.M. Keck Amphitheatre, Walt Disney Concert Hall

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GRAND PERFORMANCES FEATURING BILAL, ALOE BLACC & OTHERS

Tonight’s performance of Miguel Atwood-Ferguson Ensemble (violin, writer/arranger, musical direction) features Bilal (vocals), Flying Lotus (laptop, effects), Chris ‘Daddy’ Dave (drums), Stephen ‘Thundercat’ Bruner (bass), Aloe Blacc (vocals), Co$$ (vocal), Evan Francis (flute), Dontae Winslow (trumpet), Joey Dosik (alto sax), Kamasi Washington (tenor sax), Garrett Smith (trombone), Sheila Govindarajan (vocals), Rebekah Raff (harp), Marcel Camargo (guitar), Brandon Coleman (keyboards) & Nikki Campbell (percussion).Free

Free

8pm

Grand Performances

350 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles 90071

FRIDAY NIGHT SING-ALONGS FEATURING DISCO HITS NIGHT

Sing “Stayin’ Alive”, “Shake Your Groove Thing” and other disco jams with others in the live audience while accompanied by live musicians. Lyric sheets are provided.

Free

6:30-7:30pm & 8-9pm, tickets distributed 30 minutes prior to each set, 1 each

111 South Grand Ave.

Los Angeles 90012

www.musiccenter.org

KISS-N-GRIND SALUTING MAXWELL, D’ANGELO & MUSIQ SOULCHILD

Phenomenal Grammy nominated singer/dj/producer/writer/promoter Vikter Duplaix curates this young legend series saluting Maxwell, D’Angelo, and Musiq Soulchild along with all the other sexy beats and basslines you need. Guest DJs included.

$10 b4 Midnight, $15 after

10pm-2am

Medusa Lounge

3211 Beverly Blvd

Los Angeles 90057

www.vikterduplaix.com

PERSHING SQUARE FRIDAY NIGHT FLICKS

Catch the neo classic urban drama “ Boulevard Nights” about two Chicano brothers living in East L.A, one a young rapscallion and the other is a former gang member trying to live the straight life. It screens on a 20×40” wide outdoor screen in the park’s amphitheater. Guests include the film’s star Richard Yniguez and Los Angeles City Council Person Jose Huizar in a Q&A prior to the screening.

Free

7pm

Pershing Square

532 S Olive St

Los Angeles

http://www.laparks.org/pershingsquare

DENNIS HOPPER TRIBUTE NIGHT FEATURING “NIGHT TIDE” & “TRACKS”

Cinefamily tributes the late actor Dennis Hopper with a double feature of two of his earlier films, including the newly restored 35 mm print of “Night Tide,” in which Hopper plays a lovelorn sailor. After is “Tracks,” a road film set in during the Vietnam War; director Henry Jaglon will be in attendance.

$12

7:30pm – “Night Tide”
9:30pm – “Tracks”

The Silent Movie Theatre

Fairfax Ave off of Melrose Ave

Los Angeles 90048

www.cinefamily.org

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

RICARDO LEMVO & LA MAKINA LOCA AT THE LEVITT PAVILION

This group is sooooo good, I remembered them 10 years after their Central Park Summerstage performance. Enjoy Afro-Cuban rhythms, soukous, and salsa.

Free

7:30pm

Levitt Pavillion

MacArthur Park

http://www.makinaloca.com/

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

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SATURDAYS OFF THE 405 AT THE GETTY FEATURING BOMBA ESTEREO

Bogota, Colombia’s underground electronic musicians Bomba Estéreo bring an explosive dance fusion of hip-hop and dub to the Getty. They blend Afro-Colombian cumbia and champeta rhythms are deftly layered under surf guitar, keyboards, and bass beats, while singer Liliana Saumet’s fierce dance hall vocals lend fire to the fresh coastal sounds. Sounds like a great mashup!

Free

6-9pm

The Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Dr
Los Angeles 90049

B MOVIES & BAD SCIENCE OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES

Catch classic sci-fi and horror flicks, and the prior light-hearted discussion with the museum’s science experts. Tonight’s screening is “The Killer Shrews” (1956). Picnics and blankets welcome.
Free

7:30pm – Discussion with Jim Dines, Curator of Mammology
8:15pm – Film

900 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles 90007

VERY BE CAREFUL AT THE PASADENA LEVITT PAVILION

Enjoy Colombian Vallenato music backed with bone moving percussion and bass at this lovely outdoor bandshell. Bring your blankets and picnics.

Free

8pm

Pasadena Levitt Pavilion

30 North Raymond Avenue

Pasadena 91103-3996

www.levittpavilionpasadena.org/

http://www.verybecareful.com/

FILM NIGHT IN LITTLE TOKYO

The Brazilian film “Central Station” screens. Its about the emotional journey of a former school teacher and a young boy who has just lost his mother as they travel to the remote northeastern part of the country in search of the boy’s father.

Free

8:30pm

The Bridge @ Union Church

401 E 3rd St

Los Angeles

MARINA MOVIE NIGHTS PRESENTS “HAIRSPRAY”

Watch the popular musical “Hairspray” on a giant inflatable screen on the lawn in Burton Chace Park. Low beach chairs and blankets welcome.

Free

8-10pm

Burton Chace Park

Marina del Rey

OUTDOOR CINEMA FOOD FEST PRESENTS “PULP FICTION”

This huge picnic features outdoor movies with over 60 food trucks to sample throughout the summer.

6-11pm, thru August 28th

700 Exposition Park Drive

Los Angeles 90037

http://www.cinefamily.org/

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DENNIS HOPPER TRIPLE FEATURE & BARBECUE

Cinefamily presents this “Dennis Hopper: Wasn’t Born to Follow” triple feature screening series and barbecue with “Blue Velvet,” “Hoosiers” and “River’s Edge.”

$12

6pm

The Silent Movie Theatre

611 N Fairfax Avenue

Los Angeles 90036

OLD FASHIONED DAY IN THE PARK

Have an old school experience on vintage yachts, antique classic cars, motorcycles, vintage steam engines, and ship models on display.

Free

10am-3pm

Burton Chace Park

Marina del Rey

http://www.marinadelrey.lacounty.gov

WALK THE WALK

Walk Hollywood Blvd. as it celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Walk of Fame with an all-day festival at Hollywood and Highland, the Egyptian Theatre, the Capitol Records building, and the Ricardo Montalban Theatre. Join tours of movie houses, live music and entertainment, film screenings, and more.

Free

11am-6pm

Hollywood & Highland

6801 Hollywood Blvd.

Los Angeles 90028

http://www.walkoffame50.com/

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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SUMMER FEST IN VENICE BEACH

150,000 attendees join this 5^th annual event with 200 arts and crafts vendors, community organizations, a stages of music and entertainment and a Youth and Family Courtyard with rock climbing, as well as food and drinks.

Free

Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm

Venice Beach Park

1800 Ocean Park Walk
Los Angeles

www.fx3events.com

RENEGRADE CRAFT FAIR

This fair offers handmade clothing, housewares, posters, prints, plush items, ceramics, jewelry, stationery, food, drink, live entertainment, raffles, workshops and more.

Free with museum admission (adults $9; students, seniors and children 6-17 $5; children 5 and under free)

Saturday & Sunday, 11am-7pm

Los Angeles State Historic Park

90012

http://www.renegadecraft.com/los-angeles

PASADENA BUDDHIST TEMPLE OBON FESTIVAL

Explore this traditional Japanese summer festival filled with Bon Odori folk dancing, Taiko drummers, martial arts demonstrations, bonsai, ikebana, food booths (chicken teriyaki, chow mein, chirashi rice, somen, snow cones, etc.), cultural exhibits and vendors.
Free

Saturday & Sunday, 4-8:30pm

Pasadena Buddhist Temple

1993 Glen Ave
Pasadena 91103
http://www.pasadenabuddhisttemple.org

39^th ANNUAL MALIBU ARTS FESTIVAL

200 fine artists, 100 exhibitors, a children’s poster competition & village, and a food court with diverse cuisine are featured.

Free

Saturday & Sunday, 10am-6pm

Outside the Malibu Civic Center

23555 Civic Center Way
Malibu 90265

www.malibu.org

DOMINICAN, CUBAN, PUERTO RICAN & OTHER CARIBBEAN FOOD AT EL RINCONCITO Y LA COCINA DEL CAMAGUEY

Food under $10

Daily from 11am-7pm

El Rinconcito del Camaguey Market

10925 Venice Blvd

Los Angeles 90034

310.880.6961 – feel free to call in your order in advance

HUGE STUDIO LOT SALE

There will be Furniture, Appliances, Designer Clothing, Housewares and more from POPULAR TV SHOWS & HIT FILMS Tens of 1000′s of items! Up to 90% OFF retail prices! Everything Must Go!
Free

Friday-Sunday, 8am-4pm

Sierra Studios

128 Sierra St.

El Segundo 90245

310.322.PROP

www.premiereprops.com

OLD PASADENA FILM FESTIVAL

This three-week movie series that unites film with urban settings, taking place on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from July 8-31. Catch “Chocolat” on Friday & “The Women” on Saturday.

http://www.oldpasadena.org/http://www.oldpasadena.org/

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert!!!! July Solstice

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:38:40 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include: live Shakespeare, Music at the LA Zoo, Saturdays off the 405 at the Getty, the ODB documentary, Venice Eco Fest, Outdoor Cinema Food Fest “Swingers” screening, World Cup Finals at the Paley Center, Beat Swap Meet, Bastille Day Festival, Lotus & Obon Festivals, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

http://www.CommonGround2010.com/

DOMINICAN, CUBAN, PUERTO RICAN & OTHER CARIBBEAN FOOD AT EL RINCONCITO Y LA COCINA DEL CAMAGUEY

Food under $10

Daily from 11am-7pm

El Rinconcito del Camaguey Market

10925 Venice Blvd

Los Angeles 90034

310.880.6961 – feel free to call in your order in advance

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COMMON GROUND DIGITAL ART EXHIBITION/RECEPTION

This exhibition focuses on the Intersection of Art + Technology + Environmental Stewardship at this North American premiere of Common Ground 2010, an international touring exhibition of fine art digital prints from across the globe, all with an environmental theme. Attend the eco-friendly opening reception with a portion of all proceeds generated from the touring exhibition benefiting the World Wildlife Fund, Global Giving, and The Global Environmental Institute. Common Ground artists in attendance will include Clayton Spada and Victor Raphael from the US, and Duan Jia from Beijing, China. The Eclipse Quartet perform music composed especially for Common Ground by classically trained film composer and conductor David Williams. Eco-friendly wine and spirits will be served.

Free

Opening reception – 7-10pm, from July 8-August 13

A&I

933 North Highland Ave.

Hollywood

OTHELLO IN GRIFFITH PARK

Catch this classic Shakespearean performance in Griffith Park sponsored by the Independent Shakespeare Company throughout the summer.

Free

Thursday, 7/8 – Sunday, 8/1 @7pm

Griffith Park Old Zoo

4730 Crystal Springs Drive

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.iscla.org

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MUSIC IN THE ZOO FEATURING WORLD MUSIC NIGHT

The Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA) offers this rare opportunity
for after-hours fun at the zoo. The world music offered tonight includes: Middle Eastern, French, Japanese, Mexican, Salsa, Irish and Zimbabwean. Enjoy interactive animal education and conservation stations staffed by docents and volunteers.

6-9pm, animals on view until 8pm
GLAZA members $12:50 for adults & $7.50 for children ages 6-15; non-members $16.50 for adults & $10.50 for children ages 6-15. Children 5 and under are free.
The Los Angeles Zoo

Griffith Park at the junction of the
Ventura (134) and Golden State (5) freeways

http://www.lazoo.org/mitz/http://www.lazoo.org/mitz/

THE WORLD’S MOST CELEBRATED REGGAE BAND THE WAILERS AT HOLLYWOOD PARK CASINO

Legendary reggae group The Wailers began with original band leader Bob Marley. The band continues their relentless touring schedule bringing their message of peace and “one love” to their audiences worldwide.

10:30pm

Hollywood Park Casino

Inglewood

more details at:

http://hollywoodpark.com/fantastic-fr…

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

http://www.pasadenaheritage.org/

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SATURDAYS OFF THE 405 AT THE GETTY FEATURING DAWES

California natives Dawes perform folk-rock vintage Laurel Canyon style: full of twangy melodies, dusty singalong, and ripping lead guitar. Enjoy exhibitions at the Getty while hanging outdoors amidst trendsetters jamming to DJ sets and live music. There are also free Spotlight After Dark tours in the galleries. Join in a provocative 20-minute exploration and discussion of art with a Getty Museum educator, starting at 6 & 7pm.
Free, with gratis parking after 5pm

6-9pm
The Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Drive
Los Angeles 90049
www.getty.org

FOLK ART EVERYWHERE HAPPENING: LEIMERT PARK OUTING

Explore the local African American art, culture and atmosphere during this art oriented walking tour of Leimert Park’s historic downtown. Visit Lucy Florence Cultural Center, Eso Won Books, and Adassa’s Island Café amongst other locales. Leimert Park is one of my favorite parts of LA because it’s a cultural center sparkling with charm.

Free

11am

Leimert Park

43rd Place and Degnan, off Crenshaw, Vernon, and Leimert

Los Angeles

Directions to the meeting spot will be provided when you RSVP by July 8th to (323) 937-4230 x50 or workshops@cafam.org.

http://www.cafam.org

COLORADO STREET BRIDGE CELEBRATION

Pasadena Heritage and KTLA Morning Show co-anchor Michaela Pereira celebrate this local landmark with live music on four stages, dancing, antique automobiles, children’s activities, and food and drink

Adults $13.50 in advance, $15 at the gate; children 7-12 $6.50 in advance, $7 at the gate

6-11pm

Orange Grove Blvd. and Colorado Blvd.

Pasadena 91105

THE SWARM FILM & ART FESTIVAL

Screening of the documentary film “DIRTY – The official O.D.B. Biography” directed by his cousin. Plus the unveiling of RZA’s Victory Death canvas. Open Bar during first showing. Live performances and DJ’s +Special Guest. Rooftop party.

$10presale/$12 @ door

Show times – 3:30, 6, 8:30 & 11pm

Downtown Independent Theatre

251 S. Main St

Los Angeles 90012

http://www.CreamTeamLA.com

VENICE ECO-FEST

L.A.’s largest free outdoor green festival features live music and dancing on a solar-powered sound stage, an area dedicated to kids and families, a parade, a vegetarian food court, celebrity guests, and more.

Free

10am-6pm

Venice Beach Recreation Area

1 Windward Ave.

Venice 90291
http://veniceecofest.org/

OUTDOOR CINEMA FOOD FEST PRESENTS “SWINGERS”

This huge picnic features outdoor movies with over 60 food trucks to sample throughout the summer.

6-11pm, July 10^th-August 28th

Grand Hope Park

W 9th & Hope Street

Los Angeles 90017

323.254.5068

http://lalive.com/nikecup

NIKE CUP

Join L.A.’s best Soccer players as 4 teams rise to the top! Live performance by The New Boyz, ESPN Zone gift cards for the first 250, Mexico vs US Men’s U19 Nike Cup Championship game, Top 25 The Chance LA Finalist Announcement, Giveaways and Raffles.

Free

5-8pm

LA Live

Nokia Center

800 W. Olympic Blvd

Los Angeles

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WORLD CUP LIVE AT THE PALEY CENTER

In partnership with ESPN and ABC, the Paley Center is having screening parties of the World Cup. Catch this final game with your fellow fans!

Free

11am

The Paley Center for Media

465 N. Beverly Dr

Beverly Hills

http://www.paleycenter.org/world-cup-live-game-schedule-la

BEAT SWAP MEET

This record swap meet features over 30 invited vendors & collectors from California and surrounding states, selling Blues, Funk, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Punk, Reggae, Rock, Soul, and World 12″ and 45 Records.

Free with canned goods

12-6pm

Grand Star Jazz Club

943 N Broadway
Los Angeles 90012

BASTILLE DAY FESTIVAL

Celebrate French culture with a Parisian waiters race, Tahitian dancers, a petanque tournament, portrait painters, and roving comedians along with a French setting of market vendors and sidewalk cafes.

$5, free for children

Noon-9pm

Monticello Old Lodge

Corner of Stadium Way and Scott Ave.

Los Angeles

http://www.bastilledaylosangeles.com

FAMILY FLICKS AT THE HAMMER MUSEUM

Catch Classical Cartoons as the museum screens four animated shorts with an entertaining introduction to classical music by composers Sergei Prokofiev, Richard Wagner, Gioachino Rossini, and Franz Liszt.

Free

11am

Hammer Museum

10899 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90024

VENICE VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE RALLY

Be retro as the Venice Vintage Motorcycle Club celebrates classic cycles with a day of bike and art exhibits, live music, retro pin-up girl contest, vintage bike judging, and a raffle all benefitting non-profit ARHMA, the American Racing Historic Motorcycle Association.

Free

11am-10pm

The YARD

715 Hampton Drive

Venice Beach 90291

http://www.venicevintage.com/

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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OLD PASADENA FILM FESTIVAL

This three-week movie series that unites film with urban settings, taking place on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from July 8-31. Catch “Chocolat” on Friday & “The Women” on Saturday.

http://www.oldpasadena.org/http://www.oldpasadena.org/

HUGE STUDIO LOT SALE

There will be Furniture, Appliances, Designer Clothing, Housewares and more from POPULAR TV SHOWS & HIT FILMS Tens of 1000′s of items! Up to 90% OFF retail prices! Everything Must Go!
Free

Friday-Sunday, 8am-4pm

Sierra Studios

128 Sierra St.

El Segundo 90245

310.322.PROP

www.premiereprops.com

SABRA HUMMUS TASTING WEEKEND

Enjoy fresh hummus and choose your favorite toppings to make your very own Sabra hummus creation. Each guest at the Sabra Taste Adventure will receive a Sabra passport with information, coupon, recipes as well as information about retrieving village photos online and a video competition with additional prizes.

Free

Saturday & Sunday, 12-7pm

The Americana at Brand

300 S Brand Blvd

Glendale 91210

LOTUS FESTIVAL

This 32nd annual festival shares and celebrates Asian and Pacific Islander culture in SoCal with two days of art, music, dance and food. This year’s festival highlights the people and culture of China.

Free

Saturday & Sunday, noon-8pm

Echo Park

90026

213-847-3281

http://www.laparks.org/calendar/…

OBON FESTIVAL

Obon is an annual event honoring and remembering ancestors, with traditional foods, games, live entertainment, cultural exhibits, martial arts demonstrations and folk dancing.

Saturday & Sunday, 3-9pm

Free

Nishi Hongwanji Buddhist Temple

LA 90012

http://www.nishihongwanji-la.org/

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA PRESENTS “TWELFTH NIGHT”

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert:::: Summer Solstice

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:44:37 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include the: The Jacksons Sing-Along, World Cup, Neil LaBute reading, MJ Tribute party, Leimert Park Book Fest & Artwalk, Black Indians Exhibit, Schumacher screenings, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

Japanese American Cultural and Community Center (JACCC): Aratani/Japan America Theatre Address

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SOUL FRIDAYS MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE

Scetch hosts and special guest DJ from Chicago Mark Fullaflava honor the King of Pop! Drink specials and appetizers from 9-11pm.

Free

9pm-2am

ESPN Zone

1011 S. Figueroa St.

Los Angeles

THE JACKSONS SING-ALONG AT THE MUSIC CENTER

Honor the memory of Michael along with other fans as you sing with live musicians. Lyric sheets are provided. No experience necessary. Lose your inhibitions!

Free with required tix (pick up 30 minutes prior to sing-along, 1 tix per person waiting in line, limited capacity)
6:30-7:30pm, 8-9pm

Walt Disney Concert Hall

111 S. Grand Ave.

Los Angeles

www.musiccenter.org

MOVIES ON THE PLAZA: SUMMER OUTDOOR FILM SERIES

Check out this outdoor film screening series and musical performances. Also featured are an all night happy hour, food trucks, and lively at this all ages event. Enjoy the animation program all night!

Free

7-9pm

244 S. San Pedro Street

Los Angeles 90012

www.jaccc.org

GRAND PERFORMANCES FILM SERIES PRESENTS CLIMATE REFUGEES

Climate refugees are people persons displaced by incremental to rapid ecological change. This results in increased droughts, desertification, sea level rise, and more, forcing mass global migration which continues to escalate border conflicts.

Free

8pm

350 S Grand Ave
Los Angeles 90071
www.grandperformances.org

NATIONAL LAMPOON’S 40^TH ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE

Catch “Animal House” with National Lampoon guru Matty Simmons in a Q&A after the show, along with other special guests.

8pm

$12

The Cinefamily

90048

http://www.cinefamily.org/

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band as they jam.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

Jose Vera Fine Art & Antiques

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ARTIST TALK WITH TONI SCOTT “BLACK INDIANS”

Multicultural contemporary artist, Toni Scott, reflects on the power and unique identity of African Americans who have significant Native American Ancestry. The exhibit is inspired by the artist’s personal family investigation into her rich family history. The works emanate a reverence for, and celebrate the melding of, African American and Native American traditions.

Free

4pm

2012 Colorado Boulevard

Los Angeles 90041

MOVIES & BAD SCIENCE OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES

Catch ENCINO MAN – two high school “Valley boys” uncover a frozen caveman in their backyard and use their new prehistoric friend to become the most popular guys in school.

Free

7:30-10pm
La Brea Tar Pits / Page Museum

5801 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90036

DOWNTOWN MUSIC PROJECT

Catch local emerging bands of all genres at Grand Performances, California Plaza, Music Center, Disney Concert Hall, L. A. Live, Bank of America Plaza and more.

Free

7pm

California Plaza

300-350 S. Grand Avenue

Los Angeles

http://www.downtownmusicproject.com/

BEACH DAY IN SANTA MONICA

Come enjoy a fun beach day in Santa Monica with free Subway sandwiches (for those who RSVP via Facebook) and fun activities! They’ll be near the pirate flag!

Free

12pm

Santa Monica Beach

2030 Ocean Ave

Santa Monica
http://wwww.facebook.com/entertainla

JOEL SCHUMACHER’S “TWELVE” SCREENING

Catch this advance screening of “Twelve,” Schumacher’s film adaptation of the Nick McDonell novel about a privileged Manhattan teenager-turned-drug dealer. The film stars Chace Crawford, Emma Roberts and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. A discussion with Schumacher and other guests will follow the film.

$11

7:30pm

Egyptian Theatre

Hollywood 90028

http://www.americancinematheque.com

CHINATOWN ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Celebrate the 72nd anniversary of “New Chinatown.” Festivities include ’40s- and ’50s-era music and dancing, a hula hoop competition, and the Shaolin Warriors of Chinatown.

Free, Complimentary Valet Parking at 950 N. Hill Street (Central Plaza side) from

7-11pm

Central Plaza
943-951 N. Broadway
Los Angeles 90012

http://chinatownla.com/calendar.php?eventId=232

COMPOSTING WORKSHOPS

Angelenos learn to compost.

Free

10am-1pm

Griffith Park Composting Educational Facility

5400 Griffith Park Dr.

Los Angeles

http://cityofla.org/san/index.htm

LEIMERT PARK VILLAGE BOOK FAIR

Catch iconoclast interviews, book signings, writing workshops, panel discussions, poetry readings, stage performances, musical entertainment and a variety of activities for the whole family.

Free

10am-6pm

Vision Theatre Backlot

Los Angeles 90008

http://www.leimertparkbookfair.com

“SWEET MISERY” DOCUMENTARY SCREENING

Learn how to avoid artificial sweeteners in your foods/beverages.

Free

2pm

Unurban Cafe

3301 Pico Blvd

Santa Monica 90405

http://www.mercola.com/forms/sweet_misery.htm

DIVERTED DESTRUCTION PART 3 OPENING RECEPTION, FEATURING SPECIAL GUEST CHEF

Catch artists as they castoff material into art.

The Loft at Liz’s
453 S. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 939-4403 x 6
www.theloftatlizs.com

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FREE SALSA SUNDAYS WITH CONTRA-TIEMPO

This demonstration and class by teaching artists, live drumming and a chance to practice and dance at the end!

12-1:30pm

Helms Walk at the Helms Bakery Complex

8800 Venice Blvd.

Culver City 90034

SOCCER WORLD CUP 2010 PUBLIC VIEWINGS AT THE GOETHE-INSTITUT L.A.

Germany – England
Doors open at 6:30 a.m.

7am

Free
5750 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100

Los Angeles 90036

NEIL LABUTE

Playwright Neil LaBute is always controversial. In his new book “Filthy Talk for Troubled Times: And Other Plays,” he airs his earliest play, a series of vignettes told by characters hanging out in an American barroom, and other more recent works.

Free

7pm

Book Soup

90069

STEAM-TRAIN RIDES

Adults and kids welcome.

$3 suggested donation

11am-3pm

Los Angeles Live Steamers Railroad Museum

5202 Zoo Drive

L.A. 90027

http://www.lals.org

LEIMERT PARK ARTWALK

Dozen artists, a dozen performers, and a half dozen DJs will be there along with art exhibits up and down the street at various open spaces and the Leimert Park Village Drum Circle.

10am-10pm

Leimert Park

http://www.leimertparkbeat.com/profiles/blogs/leimert-park-art-walk-sunday

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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HUGE STUDIO LOT SALE

There will be Furniture, Appliances, Designer Clothing, Housewares and more from POPULAR TV SHOWS & HIT FILMS Tens of 1000′s of items! Up to 90% OFF retail prices! Everything Must Go!
Free

Friday-Sunday, 8am-4pm

Sierra Studios

128 Sierra St.

El Segundo 90245

310.322.PROP

www.premiereprops.com

VENICE JAPANESE COMMUNITY CENTER ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL

Japanese food, games, ondo dancing, White Elephant and plant sale, entertainment, cultural exhibits and demonstrations.

Free

Saturday, noon-10pm & Sunday, 11am-9pm

Venice Japanese Community Center

12448 Braddock Drive
Los Angeles 90066

ALIVE & WELL LA

Family activities, fitness experts, healthy cooking and fitness demonstrations, as well as free health screenings and more. More than 50 exhibitors will be on hand to provide the latest information on keeping fit and healthy. At “Alive and Well LA,” visitors can learn about a wide range of health topics from leading experts in the field. From cancer prevention and nutrition to cardio-pulmonary health and exercise programs, the Expo has something for everyone looking to improve their well-being. Bob Harper, team trainer on “The Biggest Loser,” Mario Lopez, the host of “Extra” and author of Extra Lean, Dr. Robert Rey, who is featured on E! Entertainment’s reality series “Dr. 90210” will be in attendance.

Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm

Los Angeles Convention Center

1201 South Figueroa Street

Los Angeles

http://www.nbclosangeles.com/station/community/Alive–Well-LA.html?13254235 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/station/comm…

MULTIMEDIA TOUR: PATHWAYS TO ART

LACMA has created a dynamic multimedia visitor tour offering a wealth of audio, video, still images, and text to enrich your knowledge of artworks from the museum’s collection. Pathways to Art is available now via personal digital assistants (PDAs)—with full-color screens and simple controls—that can be checked out free of charge from the museum’s welcome centers.

Free

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

Wilshire

Los Angeles

http://lacma.org

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA PRESENTS “TWELFTH NIGHT”

I love Shakespeare By the Sea & San Pedro (I consider it SoCal’s San Fran) so this event has the recipe for success! Shakespeare by the Sea has been presenting quality admission-free Shakespeare performances throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties since 1998. These free performances have become a tradition for thousands of Los Angeles families. Last year’s attendance reached near 20,000 total audience members. Catch their great cast in the “Twelfth Night” as this park with a lighthouse and along the water.

Free
807 Paseo del Mar

San Pedro 90731
http://www.shakespearebythesea.org/

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert::: Summertime Edition

admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 21:06:39 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include the: Downtown LA Artwalk, Saturdays off the 405 at the Getty, the re-opening of Chad Sexton’s (of 311) Drum City, Hatha Flow Yoga, free Miracle Mile museums, USC Sample Sale, Atwater Village Centennial Festival, Shakespeare By The Sea, Grand Performances, Studio Lot Sale, LA Greek Film Festival, Mixed Roots Festival and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

http://artsbrookfieldproperties.com/Los_Angeles/bank_of_america_plaza/

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DOWNTOWN LA ARTWALK

This monthly event held on the second Thursday of every month features a self-guided tour of the local commercial art galleries, public museums, and non-profit arts venues art exhibition. Guided tours of the Gallery Row are led by Ashley McLean Emenegger of McLean Fine Art.

Free

Noon-Midnight

Downtown Los Angeles
Los Angeles 90013

www.downtownartwalk.com

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N’DAMBI PERFORMANCE ON THE PLAZA

Catch N’Dambi’s R&B vocals and retro ‘fro as she performs at this downtown plaza

Free

12:30-1:45pm

Bank of America Plaza

3rd & Hope
Los Angeles

IT’S TIME TO MOVE L.A.

Find out about the development of our city as Denny Zane, the founder and executive director of Move L.A., a group advocating the development of public transportation in Los Angeles, speaks at Farmlab’s Public Salon Series. Zane will discuss Measure R, a sales tax passed in 2008 to fund public transportation, and the “30/10 Plan” aka the “subway to the sea” plan.

Free

Noon

Farmlab

1745 N. Spring St, Unit 4

Los Angeles 90012

http://www.farmlab.org/2008/05/farmlab-public-salon-denny-zane-friday.html

FILMMOBILE SCREENING SERIES

The Echo Park Film Center presents the first film of their annual Summer Filmmobile Screening Series where films are screened at the locations they were actually shot! The Director Pat O’Neil will be in attendance to introduce the film and to share his experiences shooting this cult classic!

Free

8pm

Decay of Fiction
3333 Wilshire Blvd. (at Catalina)

Los Angeles

www.echoparkfilmcenter.org

www.filmmobile.org

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band as they jam.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

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BRENTWOOD VILLAGE SUMMER FESTIVAL
This fest features live music, an art show, a vintage car show, pony rides, a petting zoo, pet adoption, face painting, clowns, magicians, artisan vendors & diverse foods.

Free

11am-3pm

Brentwood Village

Barrington Ave and Sunset Blvd.
Brentwood 90049

THROW DOWN YOUR HEART

This award-winning documentary follows American banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck to Africa where he plumbs the little-known African roots of his instrument. As Fleck ventures across Uganda, Tanzania, Gambia, and Mali, he finds common ground with musicians from diverse backgrounds and creates some of the most meaningful music of his career. Directed by Sascha Paladino, the film features Malian diva Oumou Sangare among others. (2008, 97 min. No MPAA rating.)

Free

2pm

Skirball Cultural Center

Los Angeles

http://www.skirball.org

SATURDAYS OFF THE 405 AT THE GETTY – MAYER HAWTHORNE & THE COUNTY

Enjoy this new-school soul sensation reminiscent of the legends of Motown. Hawthorne is a self-taught, multi-instrument playing falsetto. There are DJ sets that open and close the night.

Free

6-9pm

The Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Drive
Los Angeles 90049

LACMA MUSE 15^TH ANNUAL ARTWALK

Enjoy free admission to five Miracle Mile museums: LACMA, George C. Page Museum/La Brea Tar Pits, Petersen Automotive Museum, California Craft & Folk Art Museum, and Architecture+Design Museum. ArtWalk participants can enjoy an array of art and music programs including artist interviews with urban artist Justin BUA, dance performances by The Beat Freaks and Mr. Wiggles, interactive workshops, live painting, and much more. Muse will also host a live screening of the World Cup soccer game during the day, along with the ArtWalk After Party at the Petersen Museum following the day’s events.

Free, screening and parties extra (see site)

12-8pm

LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art)

5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles

http://www.pierpaddle.com/

CHAD SEXTON’S (OF 311) DRUM CITY GRAND RE-OPENING
Drum City is re-opening at a NEW LOCATION and join in with free sticks, t-shirts, cookies and giveaways while supplies last. Even enter to win a free lesson Chad Sexton himself. Sounds great!

Free

12-4pm

Drum City
10424 Burbank Blvd.
North Hollywood

INTRODUCTION TO HATHA FLOW YOGA
Learn more about Hatha Flow Yoga. It builds and restores your physical, spiritual, and emotional strength in a safe, nurturing environment. This workshop is recommended for beginning to intermediate students.

Free

1:30-3:30pm

4475 Vineland Ave
North Hollywood 91602

www.yogitree.com

SANTA MONICA PIER PADDLEBOARD RACE

250 contestants will compete in paddleboard, canoe and dory boat competitions. Check out the exhibit of gear and clothing and the subsequent awards ceremony.

Free

8am-4pm

Santa Monica Pier

200 Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica 90401

SCtyle SAMPLE SALE & TRUNK SHOW

This USC Alumni Club of West Los Angeles sample sale features new and up-and-coming designers from the Los Angeles area.

Free Entry

10am-3pm

The Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows: Wilshire Hall

101 Wilshire Boulevard

Santa Monica 90401

www.westlatrojans.com/sctyle/

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ATWATER VILLAGE CENTENNIAL STREET FESTIVAL
Celebrate the 100^th anniversary of one of my favorite neighborhoods in LA! There will be great food, local artists and crafters, historical memorabilia, local entertainment on two stages, a pet adoption and rides from Choose-A-Choo-Choo train around part of Atwater Village.

Free
3100 block of Glendale Blvd.

Los Angeles 90039

ANDELL FAMILY SUNDAYS – PACIFIC ISLAND ART

Review LACMA’s new collection of art from the Pacific Islands and see beautiful objects made of natural materials like wood, feathers, and shells. Craft your own art in artist-led workshops and learn to dance the hula! Kids must come with adults (duh!)

Free

Every Sunday thru June 27, 2010 – 12:30-3:30pm

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles 90036

www.cornerstonetheater.org

THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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MIXED ROOTS FILM & LITERARY FESTIVAL

Learn about the multiracial, multicultural, multiethnic experience. This annual festival presents two days of workshops, readings, screenings, music, comedy, spoken word and children’s events, all centered around the experience of being mixed. The event is presented in conjunction with the exhibit “Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids,” by Kip Fulbeck, on display at the museum through Sept. 26.

Free

Saturday: 10:30am-11pm; Sunday: 11am-6:30pm
Japanese American National Museum

369 East First Street

Los Angeles 90012

http://www.mxroots.org/

GRAND PERFORMANCES PRESENTS “3 TRUTHS”

Acclaimed playwright Naomi Iizukas 3 Truths weaves together a sprawling cast of Angelenos from all walks of life all asking one question: What Is The Truth? Directed by Michael John Garcs, this epic world premiere event is the culminating bridge show of Cornerstones Justice Cycle, a four-year multi-play exploration of how laws shape and disrupt communities. Immediately following each performance, audience members are invited to join in dialogue with LA’s important civic and cultural leaders as they come together to discuss urgent issues of justice facing our city and beyond.

Free

Thursday-Saturday, 8pm

California Plaza: Watercourt Stage

350 South Grand Avenue

Los Angeles 90071

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA PRESENTS “TWELFTH NIGHT”

Free
Thursday-Saturday
807 Paseo del Mar

San Pedro 90731
http://www.shakespearebythesea.org/

BRITISH ART POTTERY EXHIBITION & SALE

Hundreds of Royal Dulton Figurines, Character Jugs, Plus Lambeth & Burslem Art Pottery are on sale. There are also unique pieces of Ardmore Ceramic Art hand-made in Kwazulu Natal, South Africa.

Free

Friday: 4pm-7pm; Saturday: 10am-5pm; Sunday: 10am-3pm
Beverly Hilton Hotel
9876 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills 90210

http://www.pascoeandcompany.com/

3-DAY HUGE STUDIO LOT SALE

Premiere Props is offering over 10,000 brand new designer clothing, furniture, housewares, electronics and more!

Free

Friday-Sunday, 8am-4pm
612 Franklin Ave

El Segundo 90245
(888) 761-PROP
www.premiereprops.com

CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS MARKET

Over 250 of the nation’s finest artists, ranging from intricate jewelry, unique glassware and ceramics to hand-painted textiles, custom furniture, mixed-media creations and much more. All items on display and for sale have been jury-selected for their exceptional quality.

$8, Children 12 & under Free

Friday-Sunday, 10am-6pm

Santa Monica Civic Auditorium

Santa Monica

http://www.craftsource.org

LA GREEK FILM FESTIVAL

This fourth annual event showcases cinema from Greece and filmmakers of Greek descent worldwide, offering a diverse program of world premieres and culminating with the festival’s Orpheus Awards.

Single tickets: $9 advance, $12 at the door. All-access pass: $70 advance, $80 door.

Thru Monday

Egyptian Theatre

Los Angeles

http://lagff.org/

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

LAaLALand Alert!!!! June Festivals

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 02:13:23 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include the: Free Krispy Kreme Donut Day, Dance Downtown, First Fridays on Abbot Kinney, Hawaii at the Grove, Clean House Yard Sale, Culver City Artwalk, UCLA Extension Open House, Pam Grier Double Feature, Pacific Island Festival, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

http://www.krispykreme.com

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FREE KRISPY KREME DONUT DAY

In celebration of National Doughnut Day, get one FREE doughnut of any variety today at all participating Krispy Kreme stores. Don’t get addicted!

Free

All day

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

DANCE DOWNTOWN BALLROOM NIGHT

Learn the basics of the Cha Cha, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot and Rhumba while enjoying live music and beginner lessons. No need to bring a partner. There will be an outdoor dance floor.

Free

6:30-10pm

Dance Downtown

Music Center Plaza

135 North Grand Avenue

Los Angeles

http://www.musiccenter.org/events/activearts.html

FIRST FRIDAYS ON ABBOT KINNEY

Enjoy the stores, shops, galleries and restaurants all up and down Venice’s famed Abbot Kinney street in my favorite part of LA.

Free

Every 1^st Friday of the month: 6-10pm

Abbot Kinney Boulevard

Venice 90291

http://www.abbotkinneynow.com

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band as they jam.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center

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HAWAII AT THE GROVE

Aloha! The Grove becomes a tropical island paradise, Hawaiian style. There will be live Hawaiian musicians, and music and hula lessons by the Polynesian Cultural Center. Create your own flower lei, palm frond crafts, get a temporary Hawaii-inspired tattoo, while trying unique treats from the Islands. Enter to win a trip for two to Hawaii, courtesy of Pleasant Holidays!
Free

12-6pm

The Grove

189 The Grove Dr
Los Angeles 90036

CLEAN HOUSE YARD SALE

Find steals as this Style Network hit series “Clean House” tapes a yard sale Saturday, June 5^th from 9am-1pm. Haggle on tv!

Free

9am-1pm

Clean House

6712 Van Noord Ave.
Los Angeles 91606

FREE FILM ACTING WORKSHOP “THE ENLIGHTENED ACTOR”

This seminar-workshop is led by Eric De Gama and helps performers learn how to sharpen their instincts, create consistently truthful and compelling performances, experience emotion on demand, master the arts of relating and not knowing, and learn how to make cold readings exciting and fulfilled performances. 2 attendees will receive one month of free classes.
Free

11am-1pm
The Complex – East Theatre (on the ground level a few doors east of the Complex’s main lobby)
6476 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles 90038

5^th ANNUAL CULVER CITY ARTWALK

This self-guided tour of local art galleries and exhibition spaces is sponsored by Sony Pictures Entertainment with participation from The MOCA Contemporaries of The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles.

Free

12-8pm
4512 Sepulveda Boulevard
Culver City 90230

310.253.5716

ART ON MILLIONAIRES ROW ART FESTIVAL

This first annual juried art festival featuring local artists, salon exhibit, great food, entertainment and a hands on art project installation for kids! A portion of all proceeds will benefit the Altadena Library.

Free

10am-6pm

Altadena Library

600 E. Mariposa Avenue
Altadena 91001
www.altadenalibrary.org

UCLA EXTENSION ENTERTAINMENT STUDIES OPEN HOUSE

Learn about the certificate programs in film, music, and the entertainment business can help establish or further your career.
Instructors for Film & Television: 11am-12pm

Instructors for Music: 12-1pm

Free

10920 Lindbrook Drive

Los Angeles

uclaextension.edu/entertainmentstudies

PAM GRIER DOUBLE FEATURE

Pam Grier will introduce two of her amazing films: “Foxy Brown,” the classic blaxploitation film from 1974, and “Jackie Brown,” the Academy Award-nominated crime drama from 1997. Grier plays the title roles in both.

$11

7:30pm

Aero Theatre

Santa Monica

http://www.americancinematheque.com

SHAPE MAGAZINE’S SECOND ANNUAL BIKINI BODY TOUR

Meet SHAPE Magazine cover model Kim Kardashian.

Free To Attend, $10 Per Class
9:30am-3:30pm
Santa Monica Beach
Beach Lot 4 (just south of the Pier)

2030 Ocean Ave

Santa Monica

http://www.bikinibodytour.com/santamonica

L.A. PLENA

This group is dedicated to the performance, development, and preservation of the Puerto Rican plena and bomba. Founded in 2005 by saxophonist/composer David Urquidi (founder of Yeska, and former sax player with Poncho Sanchez), L.A. Plena uses traditional instruments such as panderetas, guicharo, cuatro, accordion, and barriles and presents an authentic representation of Puerto Rican folk music.

Free

5pm

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

5905 Wilshire Blvd.

Los Angeles 90036

http://www.smauctions.com

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THE DO-OVER PARTY

Free with rsvp

2-10pm

21+

Crane’s Hollywood Tavern

1611 El Centro Ave

Hollywood 90028

http://blog.thedoover.net/rsvp/

HAWAII AT THE AMERICANA AT BRAND

This is the sister event of Saturday’s event at the Grove. (see Saturday listing)

Free

1-6pm

The Americana at Brand

300 S Brand Blvd
Glendale 91209

FREE ART AUCTION WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR TASTING

Come and join the House of Balsamic for a day of rare art enhanced by balsamic cocktails and tastings at Santa Monica’s rare gem, Bergamot Station. Sip on a House of Balsamic Martini as you peruse and bid on beautiful works of art. Also, enjoy the live art auction, an onsite “mixologist” preparing rare balsamic cocktails and food (including balsamic desserts and entrees) by the World Fare double decker “Bus”taurant.

Free

12-6pm

Bergamot Station

2525 Michigan Ave
Ste B104
Santa Monica 90404
www.houseofbalsamic.com

http://worldfare.com

13^th ANNUAL SoRo COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

There will be activities for kids, ethnic food, a live music stage and lots of exciting artist and vendor booths. Learn in the special sections on Emergency Preparedness and Green Living. Fat Burger and a couple of Los Angeles’ hottest gourmet food trucks, the Spring Street Smoke House and King Kone will be on-site.

Free

11am-4pm

South Robertson Boulevard between Beverlywood and Cattaraugus

Los Angeles 90034

http://soronc.org/programs/sorofestival10.html

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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PACIFIC ISLANDER FESTIVAL

Watch hula performances, Tahitian drumming, and learn to play ancient Hawai’ian games. Taste island cuisine, and admire artisans as they create traditional weavings. This festival celebrates the diverse Hawaiian, Fijian, Marshallese, Chamoru, Tahitian, Samoan, Tokelau, Tonga, and Maori cultures.

Free with Aquarium admission

Saturday & Sunday, 9am-5pm

Aquarium of the Pacific

Long Beach, CA

562-590-3100

http://www.aquariumofpacific.org

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.

RESTAURANT.COM GIFT CERTIFICATES

http://www.LAaLAland.com/

LAaLALand Alert!!!! Memorial Day Weekend

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 06:42:44 +0000

LAaLALanders,

This weekend’s events include the: Critical Mass Ride, Amoeba Live, Cinespia screenings of “Purple Rain” and “North By Northwest”, Greekfest, LA Sparks opening games, and more!

Have a great time.

EnJOY…

LAaLA

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NUTRITONIST FRIEDA FONTAINE HOLDS 2 SEMINARS

This is a two-day seminar on weight loss and sports nutrition. Dr. Fontaine holds a doctorate degree in Holistic Nutrition and is a Certified Sports Nutritionist. She has developed a proven and effective weight loss program that has helped countless people lose weight safely. As a certified sports nutritionist, she counsels professional and recreational athletes. Fontaine holds speaking engagements on nutrition topics for various companies and organizations in the Los Angeles area. She has been a guest speaker on nutrition for cardiovascular health for one of the largest student groups at UCLA and has provided sports nutrition education for the LAPD’s at-risk youth program. Dr. Fontaine believes in regularly serving the underprivileged in Los Angeles. Currently, she holds a free nutrition clinic and nutrition education classes at the Venice Family Clinic, the largest free clinic in the nation.

Noon

Free

Today & Saturday

Kravmaga Worldwide

11400 Olympic Blvd, Suite 100
Los Angeles 90064

www.kravmagaworldwide.com

NNEKA @ AMOEBA LIVE

This Nigerian-born German singer/songwriter’s CD Concrete Jungle is out now. She’s playing live at the Wiltern (with Nas & Damian Marley) on 5/28. Free gift with purchase at in-store - J.PERIOD x NNEKA PRESENT: THE MADNESS (ONYE-ALA) with new Nneka exclusives and J.Period remixes featuring Talib Kweli, Big Boi, f. Rakaa (Dilated Peoples) & Aceyalone and more!! Day of in-store – while they last…

Free

7pm

Amoeba Music

6400 Sunset Blvd.

Hollywood

http://www.amoeba.com/live-shows/performances/hollywood/2010-may-27/nneka/artist.html

AFRO FUNKE’ PARTY

This Thursday come one, come all – forget your income tax woes and get FUNKY with Afro Funke’ Sound System plus some very special live guests….. Afrobeat, Brazilian, Dub, Reggae, Cumbia, Samba Disco, Batucada, Afro-Latin House, Indian Beats, Makossa & other deep-rooted Funk music from around the world. Hosted by Rocky Dawuni, the resident DJs are Jeremy Sole and Glenn Red.

$7 before $10:30pm / $10 after

9pm-2am

Zanzibar

1301 5th Street

Santa Monica

http://www.zanzibarlive.com

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LA CRITICAL MASS RIDE

The last Friday of every month in over 100 cities around the world, cyclists, rollerbladers, and boarders come together for a festive rolling celebration. It’s sort of a mobile stream of consciousness based around cleaner air, less congestion, safer roads, and to celebrate and ride in solidarity with other cyclists and like minded individuals.

Free

7pm

Wilshire/Western Purple Line Station

3775 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90010

DOWNTOWN MUSIC PROJECT

This monthly last Friday concert crawl includes performances by local emerging bands, indie, eclectic, world or any other genre at Grand Performances, Pershing Square, LA Live and Friday Night Sessions.

Free

7pm

Downtown Los Angeles at various locations including California Plaza, Omni Hotel, Casey’s, 213-Group, Crocker Club, Pershing Square, etc.

http://downtownmusicproject.com/

MOVIES AT THE BEACH @ NEWPORT DUNES RESORT

Bring your beach chair or towel and catch family films on an 18′ x 20′ screen. Films begin at dusk.

Every Friday & Saturday thru 9/3

Free, cost for parking

7pm

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina

1131 Back Bay Dr

Newport Beach

LOS ANGELES SPARKS HOME OPENING WEEKEND

Catch the Sparks in their season opener against the Washington Mystics. Tickets start as low as $10 but there are special group discount and benefit prices plus free giveaways! Sunday, May 30 is also Dad and Daughter’s day as well as our sponsor, Farmer’s insurance, appreciation day!

$10

7:30pm

STAPLES Center

1111 Figueroa Street

Los Angeles

http://www.lasparks.com

THE GREAT TACO EATING THROWDOWN/CRAWL

Those who want to just enjoy the various street foods can enjoy a variety of amazingly good street tacos at these stands:
La Estrella Taco truck
Pelon Taco Stand
El Pique Taco Truck
Leo’s
Rambos

$5+

7:30pm

La Estrella Taco Truck

Highland View Ave & Colorado Blvd
Los Angeles 90041

Starting its nineteenth season through November, this series features a new Jazz artist every Friday. Enjoy libations while appreciating the tunes. Also, check out the exhibits.

Free

6-8pm

5905 Wilshire Blvd. – Central Court Area
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org

MILES MOSLEY PERFORMS

This weekly event is the chance to enjoy a live mix of funk, jazz and rock performed by upright bassist and vocalist, Miles Mosley. He’s backed by a 5-piece band as they jam.

Free

10pm

6429 Selma Ave

Los Angeles

St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

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36^TH ANNUAL VALLEY GREEK FESTIVAL

St. Nicholas Church and its 500 volunteers invite you to enjoy a cultural experience for the entire family with live music, dancing, gourmet food, homemade pastries, cooking demonstrations, childrens activities, a Greek market, and a variety of shopping boutiques. Boasting a three-day average of 50,000 guests, the admission-free fundraiser is the largest festival of its kind in the area. So make the most of your Memorial Day weekend and immerse yourself in the cultural vision that is the 36th Annual Valley Greek Festival.
Free Admission
Memorial Day Weekend, May 29th, 30th, and 31th
1-9pm

9501 Balboa Blvd

Northridge

Phone: (818) 886-4040
http://www.valleygreekfestival.com/

CINESPIA SCREENING OF ALFRED HITCHCOCK’S SCREENING “NORTH BY NORTHWEST”

This 1954 Hitchcock classic stars Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint. Bring your blankets and short chairs. No tall chairs! DJ Turquoise spins before and after the screening.

$10 tix, $5 parking available inside

7-10pm, gates open at 7pm, movie 8:30pm

Hollywood Forever Cemetery

6000 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles 90038

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DLM WAREHOUSE PUBLIC SALE

On the last Saturday every month, this store opens it’s doors to the public selling department store clothes and merchandise for below wholesale prices. If you have a resellers license, bring it with you and you’ll pay no sales tax.

Free

7pm

DLM Off Price

2343 Saybrook Ave
Los Angeles 90040

CINESPIA CEMETERY SCREENINGS “PURPLE RAIN”

Catch this Prince classic. Bring blankets and short chairs – tall ones are banned!

$10

7pm

Cinespia Cemetery Screenings

6000 Santa Monica Blvd
Los Angeles 90038

MYTH, WAGNER & THE HUMAN BRAIN

This colloquium features acclaimed theater and opera director Peter Sellars, world-renowned visual artist Bill Viola, and Antonio Damasio, internationally-renowned neurologist and neuroscientist as well as Director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute.

$10, $5 Students

REDCAT

First St. and Grand Ave.

Los Angeles

http://www.redcat.org/event/myth-wagner-and-human-brain

MELROSE TRADING POST

There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment.

$2, $1/students and seniors

9am-5pm

Fairfax High School Parking Lot

Fairfax & Melrose

Los Angeles

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JJ SONG SALON @ LIFE ON WILSHIRE

Grammy award winning producer John Jones (Fleet-wood Mac, Duran Duran, Celine Dion) assembles an eclectic mix of performers for this weekly evening of acoustic LIVE entertainment. Go to the site for a list of the weekly performers.

Free

9pm

Life on Wilshire

6311 Wilshire Blvd

Los Angeles 90048

www.jjsongsalon.com

http://lifeonwilshire.com/

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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND STREET FAIR

Enjoy different types of food, free health screenings, arts & crafts, free gifts, carnival rides, games, live music groups and exhibitors.

Free

Saturday & Sunday, May 29 & 30

Wilshire Boulevard and Alvarado Street

Downtown LA

FREE BEACH SHUTTLE 2010

This shuttle goes from Playa Vista through Marina del Rey to the Venice Pier. Shuttles run Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, from May 28-September 6.

Free

Fridays and Saturdays 10am-10pm, Sundays and Holidays 10am-8pm

Burton Chace Park

13650 Mindanao Way

Marina del Rey 90292

GROSSOLOGY

Find out the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at this exhibit.

Kids: $9.95 Adults: $12.95

Saturday 5/29-Sunday 9/12

2500 N. Main St.

Santa Ana

ZENspin CLASSES

Fee: Love Donation

GRIFFITH PARK NIGHT HIKES

Put on your hiking shoes and join the Sierra Club on these unique, instructive two hour hikes through Griffith Park. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot.

Free

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – Meet at 6:45pm; hike at 7 pm
Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr.

Los Angeles 90027

http://www.amf.com/corporate/inquiries/e_club_inquiry.amfx

FREE BOWLING

Join the AMF’s Bowling E-Club and bowl for free. They’ll even send you a birthday gift and other incentives.

GRATIS HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES

DOWNLOAD THE NEW COLDPLAY ALBUM FOR FREE

Wow! I love Coldplay. They’re offering 14 songs from their “Left Right Left Right Left” album for free at the link below.