LAaLALanders,
This weekend’s events include: Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day, Scion Installation LA, “The Godfather”. “The Godfather Part II” and “The Great Gatsby” screenings, Lucky Magazine Shop-A-Thon, James Caan in person, Japan Film Festival LA, free meditation training, $1 Dance Classes, Good LA launch party, Avocado Takedown Festival, Earth Celebration, and more!
Have a great time.
EnJOY…
LAaLA
ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND THE LAaLALand Alert!!!! IS NOT RESPONSIBLE IF THE WHEREABOUTS ADJUST. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE EVENT ORGANIZERS FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
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DOUBLE FEATURE: “THE GREAT GATSBY” & “EYES OF LAURA MARS”
Catch 1974’s Paramount produced version of director Jack Clayton’s interpretation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel about the American dream. Robert Redford plays Jay Gatsby, Mia Farrow plays Daisy Buchanan, and Bruce Dern is her bullying husband, Tom. See it as a feature along with 1978’s “Eyes of Laura Mars” starring Faye Dunaway, and Tommy Lee Jones.
$7-11
7:30pm
Aero Theatre
1328 Montana Ave
Santa Monica 90403
http://www.americancinemathequecalendar.com/aero_theatre_events
Catch great Japanese films and support relief in Japan since the proceeds support that cause. JFFLA is a non-profit organization dedicated to delivering a better appreciation of contemporary Japanese culture to the Los Angeles community.
See website for details
Friday & Saturday
New Beverly Cinema, Hollywood
7165 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
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
The Piano Bar
6429 Selma Ave
Los Angeles
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Join in this Sing-A-Long screening of the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. Participate in a costume contest, Oz display, Toto look-a-like contest, Oz raffle tickets, and even meet Dorothy (Elaine Horn) in person. They’ll also be playing the Academy Award winner for Best Cartoons in 1939, The Ugly Duckling.
$8-13.50
2pm & 8pm
Alex Film Society
216 N Brand Blvd
Glendale 91203
http://alexfilmsociety.org/schedule.php
Sponsored by Lucky magazine, this event features their favorite designers at up to 70% off retail price! Get designer deals (up to 70% off) while enjoying giveaways, complimentary cocktails (from 4-6pm for 21+), music and more. New clothes will be put out all day. Featured designers include AG Adriano Goldschmied, Barney’s CO-OP, Corey Lynn Calter, Cosabella, Foley + Corinna, Decadestwo.1, Geren Ford, Havaianas, Helmut Lang, House of Harlow 1960 Footwear & Jewelry, Isabel Lu, Kate Spade, Kelsi Dagger, Little Marc Jacobs, Luv Aj, Michael Stars, Pour La Victoire, Rebecca Minkoff, Rebecca Taylor, Shareen Vintage, Steven Alan, Theory, V. Vintage Jewelry, and Winter Kate!
$15 online for Saturday- online orders include a complimentary subscription to Lucky, $20 at the door
$15-25
12-6pm
Siren Studios
6063 W Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles 90028
“THE GODFATHER” SCREENING WITH JAMES CAAN IN PERSON
This is one of the best American films ever made. Star James Caan will discuss his part post-screening of this Francis Ford Coppola interpretation of Mario Puzo’s Mafia classic.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bf16Vc3iZjE
$7-11
7:30pm
Aero Theatre
1328 Montana Avenue
Santa Monica
http://www.americancinemathequecalendar.com/aero_theatre_events
Santa Monica’s Best Prehistoric Festival is back, T-Rex and all! It will be full of music, bouncies, papier-mâché volcanoes, games, huge swings, a silent auction, a raffle to win a trip to Mexico), The Reptile Family, and a bake sale. By attending you’re supporting scholarships and educational materials and participating in a zero waste event that uses supplies recycled from landfills.
Free
11am-4pm
Growing Place
401 Ashland Ave
Santa Monica
$1 per lesson gets you the chance to learn the Horton Warm-Up, Dunham Technique, Hip Hop, Jazz/Funk, Modern taught by exclusive guest instructors including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater company members Guillermo Asca and Renee Robinson; rehearsal director and guest artist Matthew Rushing; Ailey Arts in Education Co-Director Nasha Thomas-Schmitt and former Ailey dancers Ronni Favors and Andre Tyson. Come ready to dance!
Admission $1 per lesson, each lesson is 20 minutes long. Purchase tickets on the day of the event (cash only), on sale beginning at 10:30am.
$1
10:30am-4:30pm
Music Center Performing Arts Center
135 N Grand Avenue
Los Angeles 90012
http://musiccenter.org/events/aa_tasteofdance.html
SCION INSTALLATION LOS ANGELES / “11:11” / OPENING RECEPTION
This monthly Scion Installation event explores the significance of the number 11. Perks usually include an open bar, great swag and amazing fine art prints on exhibit. Artists featured are By: GL Barr, Gary Baseman, Casey Burns, Brian Despain, Shepard Fairey, Justin Hampton, Frank Kozik, Tara McPherson, Scott Musgrove, Jermaine Rogers, and Jeff Soto. All ages welcome.
Mandatory RSVP (at link below) for opening night reception from 7-10pm
SCION Installation LA
3521 Helms Ave (at National)
Culver City 90232
http://www.scionav.com/art/installationlosangeles/index.html#events3
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PRAYERS FOR WORLD PEACE, FEARLESS LIFE SERIES: TRANSFORMING FEAR INTO FEARLESSNESS
Gen Kelsang Rigpa will teach meditation, guide two and chant prayers.
Today’s focus will be “A Social Network that Leads to Liberation: The Power of Spiritual Friends” and next Sunday’s will be “Fearlessness in Action: How We Can Protect Others.” There will be a vegetarian brunch at their World Peace Cafe for $5.
Meditation by donation
11am-12:30pm
Kadampa Meditation Center
1492 Blake Ave
Los Angeles 90031
http://www.meditateinla.org/classes/prayers-for-world-peace/
“THE GODFATHER PART II” DIGITALLY RESTORED
Watch the restored version of this 1974 classic that follows Mob chieftain Al Pacino as he ruthlessly consolidates power in the Las Vegas gambling world of the late 1950’s, while simultaneously flashing back to father Robert De Niro’s brutal induction into the Mafia in 1900’s Sicily and New York. A 35MM print will be screened.
$7-11
7:30pm
Aero Theatre
1328 Montana Ave
Santa Monica 90403
http://www.americancinemathequecalendar.com/aero_theatre_events
TOUR HEATH CERAMICS WITH ADAM SILVERMAN
Join this free tour of Heath Ceramics. They have been creating and producing quality wares for ages. Studio director and potter Adam Silverman guides.
Free
2-3:30pm
RSVP in advance to RSVP@folkarteverywhere.com
Heath Ceramics
7525 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles 90036
Watch 20 local cooks make 20 scrumptious Avocado recipes and try each and every one before voting for the potential winner! Guac!!!
$10
2pm
Bootleg Theater
2220 Beverly Blvd
Los Angeles 90057
http://chili-takedown.com/?p=1749
BEVERLY HILLS EARTH DAY CELEBRATION
Start Earth Day off right by bringing your obsolete paper documents and your old electronics to the free document shredding and electronic waste collection. Also on site will be energy conservation booths, a mobile earthquake simulator, appliance rebate Information, free compost, and battery drop-off center. Beverly Hills Farmers Market vendors will be accessible too.
9am-1pm
9300 Block of Civic Center Drive
Beverly Hills
This monthly event features live music ranging from the jazz, classical, and world music genres accompanying the show “Scapes,” part of “Month Of Photography LA”.
Free
4-7pm
Hamilton Galleries
1431 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica
THE MELROSE CO-OP DESIGNERS MARKET & SAMPLE SALE
Weekly, this co-op hosts local designers who offer their sample pieces at 30-70% off retail prices. The roster of ten to fifteen emerging designers rotates each week, featuring everyone from Kudra to Aftershock.
Free
Noon-5pm
The Melrose Lightspace
7600 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles 90046
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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Get your free single scoop of ice cream from Ben & Jerry’s! Check the site link below to make sure your favorite location is participating.
Free
To check if your local store is participating, visit
http://www.benjerry.com/scoop-shops/scoop-shop-locator/
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Celebrate the publication of the Los Angeles issue of GOOD magazine, and the launch of GOOD LA, a new local community for Los Angeles residents. Go to their site for the extensive list of events and activities around Atwater Village. Beverages provided by ONE Coconut Water (love them!) and Amstel Light, music by DJ Bennett Schmid, food by The Mighty Boba Truck and The Hungry Nomad.
Free
Friday-Sunday
Atwater Crossing
3265-3191 Casitas Avenue
Los Angeles 90039
You must RSVP here: http://www.good.is/LA
ELIZABETH TAYLOR IN IRAN
This exhibit features Firooz Zahedi’s photographs of the late humanitarian-actress’ visit to the country in 1976.
$12 museum admission
Through May 28, 2011
LACMA
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
L.A.
DAVID LYNCH’S ART WORK
Filmmaker David Lynch exhibits his new paintings and sculptures. This is his second exhibition with the gallery.
William Griffin Gallery
2902 Nebraska Avenue
Santa Monica 90404
www.williamgriffingallery.com
www.GriffinLA.com
BEST ACCOUNTANT I CAN REFER
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Linda M. Teixeira, MBA, EA
L.A. Tax Associates, Inc.
11300 W. Olympic Blvd. Suite 864
Los Angeles 90064
310.477.7092
FREE TAX PREPARATION
The American Association of Retired Persons (A.A.R.P.) in cooperation with the IRS will sponsor a free Tax-Aide service for all middle and low income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 years and older. Appointments are required and will be made on a first-come first-serve basis. So don’t be left-out – reserve your spot today.
through Friday, April 15th
Roxbury Park Community Center
471 S. Roxbury Drive
Beverly Hills
Schedule Your Appointment Now @ 310.285.6840
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.
ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND THE LAaLALand Alert!!!! IS NOT RESPONSIBLE IF THE WHEREABOUTS ADJUST. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE EVENT ORGANIZERS FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
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