LAaLALanders,
This weekend’s events include: Chinese New Year Parades, Vietnamese Tet Festival, Vintage Fashion Expo, Pan African Film Festival, Blaxican Photo Exhibits, Yoga, Silverlake Flea Market, and so much more!
Have a great time.
EnJOY…
LAaLA
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LATIN AMERICAN LIFESTYLES: TEN & NOW – BEING BLAXICAN IN L.A.
Walter Thompson-Hernandez, researcher at the University of Southern California, discusses the Blaxicans of Los Angeles, an instagram project that explores Afro-Latin identity in L.A.
$10/ Members FREE
Space is limited.
RSVP required, please call (562) 437-1689
*Non-members must pay at the time of reservation*
7-8:30pm
Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
628 Alamitos Ave
Long Beach 90802
DONATION YOGA CLASS
Yoga newbies & experts alike will feel zened out after this hour-long donation yoga class. First class is February 12th and every Friday thereafter.
By donation
8:30-9:30am
Studio A Dance
2306 Hyperion Ave
Los Angeles 90027
VALENTINE’S BEAUTY BASH AT NIGEL’S BEAUTY EMPORIUM
Join for a love-filled day complete with free demos, exclusive gift with purchase offers, makeovers, mini-facials, snacks, refreshments & much more.
Featured brands: Adonia Organics, The Chroma Studio, Eminence Organic Skin Care, ghd Professional, GlossiGirl, Inglot Cosmetics USA, Klorane, Knesko Skin, Mitch Stone Essentials, Monda Studio, NCLA, Sumita Cosmetics, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics, and much more!
Free
11am-5pm
Nigel Beauty Emporium
11252 Magnolia Blvd
North Hollywood 91601
THE GOODS PARTY @ ZANZIBAR
Seriously one of LA’s best parties because mc KG Superstar and KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez know how to rock this weekly soiree. It’s an organic mashup of throwbacks, R&B classics, reggae and fresh new music. Put the heels away and come ready to dance dance dance! Now you know.
21+, Free before 10pm, $8 after with rsvp at Antvala@sbcglobal.net
Every Friday – 9pm-2am
Zanzibar
1301 5th Street
Santa Monica
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CHINESE NEW YEAR OF THE MONKEY PARADE & FESTIVAL
At this 117th Golden Dragon parade and festival celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Monkey.
Free
12pm-8pm
Central Plaza Stage (New Chinatown)
943-951 N. Broadway
Chinatown
lagoldendragonparade.com
ART DIRECTOR’S GUILD’S GALLERY 800 “FOUR ARTISTS YOU SHOULD KNOW” EXHIBITION OPENING
Gallery 800 will present artwork from Scenic Painter Bridget Duffy, Artist Gabrielle McKenna, Graphic Artist Ray Bravo and Visual Effects Artist Pete Graziano. These talented artists are leading art department professionals, who, through a combination of observation, passion and imagination, bring the writer’s words and the director’s vision to life in television and film. When not working as integral creative members of the entertainment community, they contribute to the fine art scene with their personal artwork. Since Gallery 800 opened its doors in March 2009, more than 600 ADG members have shown their artwork in the ongoing exhibitions. Located in the heart of the famed NoHo Arts District, Gallery 800’s mission is to promote the works of talented entertainment industry professionals in a series of shows throughout the year. The hosted reception will feature live music, hosted bar and appetizers. Gallery hours are Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m.- 6 p.m.
Free reception – 5-8pm
Gallery 800
5108 Lankershim Blvd
North Hollywood 91601
“BREAK BREAD” EXHIBITION OPENING
Think Tank becomes LA’s top cultural destination with 30 days of arts, culture and cuisine in a whimsical — and twisted– candyland, created by Banksy collaborator Scott Hove and artist Baker’s Son.
Whether it’s an intimate VIP speakeasy with a private Cirque du Soleil performance or an underground comedy show, Break Bread will bring novel programming to a unique space for once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
The basics: it’s 9,000 square feet of floor-to-ceiling cake sculptures, a life size ice cream truck with all of its products created completely in hyper realistic watercolor, a Zumanity themed bar and lounge, dining experiences by Feastly, a popup coffee shop by Stumptown, and nightly special events.
Free
7-10pm
Think Tank Gallery
939 Maple Ave
Los Angeles 90015
VALENTINE’S EDITION OF SILVERLAKE FLEA
Hit the Silverlake Flea to find that one of a kind gift just in time for Valentines Day! Vintage, collectibles, art, DIY crafters and other rad oddities and live interactive entertainment. Pet ‘n kid friendly! The Silverlake Flea Voted Best Indie Flea Market in L.A. Live music, great food trucks, fantastic giveaways & surprises & bewildering entertainment.
Free with a free parking lot located on Golden Gate behind the school.
12-5pm
Micheltorena Street Elementary School
1511 Micheltorena St
Los Angeles 90026
silverlakeshop.com
joshicabeauty.com
25TH ANNUAL ALHAMBRA LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
This begins with a three-week art exhibit at the Alhambra City Hall. The main celebration is a one-day street festival on Valley Blvd., the heart of the Chinese commercial district in the San Gabriel Valley. The festival’s attendance has increased steadily over the years, now averaging 25,000. Corporate America utilizes this venue to reach out to the Asian communities.
The street festival will be held on 5 city blocks on Valley Blvd. from Almansor St to Vega St. This is the most concentrated Chinese-American commercial district in Southern California. 250 booths, some with featured activities, such as a dragon boat rowing station, an auto square, children’s workshops, a health fair and cultural demonstrations that provide festivalgoers with a taste of the Asian culture. Giveaways, fun games, and ethnic foods attract long lines of attendees. Young and old alike enjoy the exposure to Asian culture and strengthening of community ties this event affords.
Free
10 am ~ 5 pm on Valley Blvd. in Alhambra from Garfield Blvd to Almansor Blvd
777 E Valley Blvd
Alhambra 91801
DIY ARCHIVING WORKSHOP & EXHIBITION TOUR
Learn how to best preserve your treasured documents, images, and objects, both print and digital. This two-hour workshop will allow participants to learn best practices from professional archivists for organizing and preserving the memories that we collect daily. The workshop will be followed by a free tour of the Laband’s “Clay to Cloud: The Internet Archive and Our Digital Legacy” exhibition with curator Carolyn Peter. Light snacks will be served.
Loyola Marymount University
William H. Hannon Library, Von der Ahe Suite 322
1 LMU Dr
Los Angeles 90045
Register: lmu.libcal.com/event.php… REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
NOHO FARMERS MARKET
The NoHo Arts District Farmers Market is a festive, family-friendly, open-air marketplace committed to bringing fresh, locally grown food to the surrounding neighborhood. Enjoy a variety of fruits and vegetables from California farmers, as well as other foods including breads, nuts, ethnic foods, cheeses, fruit juices, and cookies. You’ll also find clothing, crafts, and children’s activities, plus much more. Conveniently located just steps away from the North Hollywood Metro stop on the Red Line. This open-air street market has approximately 20 farmers, 20 local artisans, and 30 vendors who provide baked goods and prepared foods. I find my favorite organic apples and organic dinosaur kale weekly… Also, enjoy lots of samples. There are great deals to be made with farmers who come from as far as Sacramento.
Free
9am-2pm
Bakman Avenue, between Magnolia Boulevard to the South and Weddington Street to the North
North Hollywood
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WILD MUSHROOM FAIR
Los Angeles Mycological Society (LAMS) holds its annual Wild Mushroom Fair that will include demonstrations on growing, cooking, and identifying mushrooms. Professional mycologist(s) will be on site for consultation. The public is invited to bring their found mushrooms for identification.
Free with admission to the Arboretum & botanic garden. Free for members.
11am-4:30pm
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
301 N Baldwin Ave
Arcadia 91007
MELROSE TRADING POST
There are 200 eclectic vendors selling everything from records, to furniture, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment. #melrosetradingpost
$2, $1/students and seniors
9am-5pm
Fairfax High School Parking Lot
Fairfax & Melrose
Los Angeles
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2016 PAN AFRICAN FILM & ARTS FESTIVAL
February 4 – 15, 2016
Film Screenings, Panel Discussions, Sponsored Events and Filmmaker Awards to be held during one of the largest gatherings of filmmakers and fine artists of African descent from around the world at the 2016 Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF). From director Patrick Gilles, “America is Still the Place” will make its worldwide premiere as the Opening Night film selection. “Agents of Change” will be highlighted as the Centerpiece selection on Thursday, February 11th and closing the Festival on Sunday, February 14th is a special screening of “Miles Ahead”, directed by and starring Don Cheadle.
PAFF always selects and showcases films that entertain and address current topics surrounding political and socioeconomic issues, as well as subject matters that include arts and culture telling the stories about people of African descent.
For more than two decades, the Pan African Film & Arts Festival has premiered a host of top black films including “Think Like a Man”, “Free Angela” and “All Political Prisoners”, “About Last Night”, “Love & Basketball”, and many more. Each year, PAFF presents awards of recognition to key industry players and rising stars that have soared in the film industry. Previous recipients include Forest Whitaker, Idris Elba, David Oyelowo, Taraji P. Henson, Nate Parker, Alfre Woodard, Loretta Devine, Charles Dutton, Billy Dee Williams, Sidney Poitier, Nicole Beharie, Omari Hardwick, Phylicia Rashad, and many other extraordinary industry professionals. This year’s filmmaker awards will be held on Monday, February 15th and will recognize films in the categories of Best Feature Narrative, Best Director First Feature, Best Documentary Feature and Best Short Narrative. This intimate awards breakfast will also present the Audience Awards, Programmers’ Awards and Founders’ Awards.
Festival passes and tickets are on sale now. For more information on PAFF, including screening schedule and events, please visit www.PAFF.org.
Follow at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/paffnow Instagram: @PAFFNow
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PAFF1992
$10+
February 4-15th, 2016
RAVE Cinemas 15 located within the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
4200 Marlton Avenue
Los Angeles 90008
VINTAGE FASHION EXPO
Once again the Vintage Fashion Expo returns to The Reef (aka LA Mart) this February 13th-14th. The Expo will bring together vintage clothing exhibitors from around the country that will bring their finest vintage clothing and accessories for men and women.
Come and enjoy 2 days of vintage shopping. Everything from clothing, costume and estate jewelry, to textiles and vintage eyewear will be presented. Designers, stylists, collectors and your basic vintage enthusiast attend the Expo knowing they will be certain to find exactly what they need and want.
The special guest vendor will be International Burlesque artist Dita Von Teese who will be selling items from her extensive personal clothing and accessories collection. On sale will be her new beauty book “Your Beauty Mark”. Dita will be available to sign copies of her book on Saturday from 1pm – 2pm and Sunday from 3pm-4pm. In the lounge will be Viva Los Cupcakes! Viva Los Cupcakes is an award winning specialty cupcake company, which draws inspiration from Mexican regional foods and desserts to create new and unique cupcake flavors.
Come and enjoy 2 full days of vintage shopping. Bring a friend and shop all weekend!
For Ticket Purchase: bit.ly/1J5lll
Sat. Early Buy: 9am-10:30am ($25) Gen Adm: 10:30am-6pm ($15), Sunday Gen. Adm: 11am-5pm ($15)
Maker City LA
1933 S Broadway
Los Angeles 90007
TET FESTIVAL
Each year, those of Vietnamese descent celebrate the coming lunar year with Têt Nguyên Đán, our most celebrated and significant holiday. It celebrates the Lunar New Year, the beginning of Spring, and a way to start fresh. The festival attracts over 60,000 guests annually and caters hundreds of booths in a span of a three-day weekend event. Visitors are immersed in a vibrant array of traditional foods, live entertainment, cultural displays, festive games, and spectacular firecrackers show celebrating the new year. Located in the heart of Orange County and a short drive from Los Angeles or San Diego, the Tt Festival is the best way to spend the Vietnamese New Year holiday weekend in SoCal.
Free
Friday, February 12: 4-11pm, Saturday, February 13: 11am-11pm, Sunday, February 14: 11am-10pm
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Dr
Costa Mesa 92626
FREE LA TOURS
Free daily tours of Downtown, Hollywood and City Lights.
Cost: You must register for this tour. There’s no upfront cost. If you enjoy it, a $15 contribution made at the end of the tour enables them to keep offering it. It’s a great deal!
PINEAPPLE GINGER BEER MOJITO YOUTUBE VIDEO
Be Creative, Be Fearless, Be Ready! This is a 30 second Miami and Caribbean inspired Pineapple Ginger Beer Mojito recipe that I created for entry into the NATPE Miami 2016 contest. Here are the recipe ingredients:
10 mint leaves
2 oz of fresh lime juice
ice
1.5 light Caribbean rum
4 oz ginger beer
Pineapple pieces
garnishes: pineapple pieces and mint sprigs
Maison jar optional
Starring Laala @ www.LAaLALand.com
Shot by Maddox Alexander Martinez
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UNOngnP2Wc
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THINKSPACE PRESENTS “SLEEPLESS” & “LOVE ME WHEN I’M GONE” ART SHOW
Thinkspace is pleased to present Sleepless, the gallery’s first major solo exhibition of new works by New York City-based painter Christine Wu. A figurative oil painter who explores the expressive and emotive possibilities of the body, Wu delves into the vulnerability of self and the haunted nature of human consciousness. Her evocative and sensual depictions explore themes such as nostalgia and metaphysical becoming, expressing ephemeral states through physical manifestations of subjectivity. Wu incorporates abstract gestures into her works, often dissolving edges and contours to conflate environments and disrupt the representation of bodies, splintering and splitting the cohesion of an illusory whole in favor of a more experientially realistic incoherence. These moments of abstraction, however, are always in service of form and figure. Wu is fascinated by the cyclical momentum of growth and decay, and by the literal and metaphoric complicity of life and death. Her paintings capture this ambivalence, revealing the ghostly remnants of a divided subject through symbolic figurative instability, redoubling and flux.
In Sleepless, Wu continues to stage these tensions between the intimate and private, the public and exposed. There is a quiet and understated, though undeniable, intensity to the glimpses of interior life the artist selectively reveals.
In the project room:
Linnea Strid ‘Love Me When I’m Gone’
Concurrently on view in the Thinkspace project room is Love Me When I’m Gone, featuring new works by Swedish painter Linnea Strid. Known for her emotive, hyper realistic paintings, Strid captures minute details with surreal precision, creating a world that feels uncannily amplified.
In this new series of works, Strid continues to explore imagery with water. Expert at capturing its reflective movement and depth, her paintings are filled with refracted light and distortions. Her subjects are presented in varying states of submersion and vulnerability, as her watery portraits take on a meditative dimension. Suspended somewhere between an unsettling and eerie calm and a foreboding anticipation, Strid arrests time.
In this series, Strid celebrates, and sensitively portrays, the artist’s struggle with anonymity, under-recognition and self-exposure, and the passion that nullifies the rational avoidance of this price, in a tribute to friends and artist peers. Recognizing that the work of many artists evades validation and economic success in their lifetime, the exhibition title expresses the delayed validation and expected sacrifice that comes with dedicating one’s life to art.
Exhibitions thru February 20, 2016
Free
6pm
Thinkspace Gallery
6009 Washington Blvd
Culver City 90232
www.thinkspacegallery.com
RAIN ROOM
The Rain Room allows you to experience the seemingly impossible with Random International’s Rain Room (2012). This immersive environment features perpetually falling water that pauses wherever a human body is detected. Timed tickets are required and are expected to sell out quickly.
Various prices
Thru 3/06/2016
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 11am-5pm, Friday: 11am-8pm, Saturday, Sunday: 10am-7pm
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90036
MADE IN CHINA: NEW CERAMIC WORKS BY KEIKO FUKAZAWA
The first solo museum exhibition for Los Angeles-based artist Keiko Fukazawa features recent work from her three residencies in Jingdezhen, China–known as the “porcelain capital” of the world. By merging cast ceramic forms with iconic images of Chairman Mao Zedong, luxury brand logos, and historic glazing techniques, the past and present collide in Fukazawa’s works creating ironic and playful observations on consumerism in China and worldwide.
The exhibition was made possible in part by The Antonia and Vladimer Kulaev Culture Heritage Fund Inc., The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles, and Asian Cultural Council, New York.
Exhibition on view through May 8, 2016
$5-7
Craft & Folk Art Museum
5814 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90036
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S FAMED HOLLYHOCK HOUSE
This iconic architectural masterpiece is in the heart of the vibrant, artistic, cultural, and recreational Barnsdall Art Park (barnsdall.org/visit/holl…). Check out this amazing historical architecture. #WrightAtNight hashtag.
Free
Barnsdall Park
4800 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles 90027
FREE LACMA
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art #LACMA is free for LA residents with IDs on the first Tuesday of the month from noon-8pm, Mondays-Thursdays from 5-8pm and Fridays from 5-9pm.
Free
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles
NOAH’S ARK @ THE SKIRBALL
On view permanently, this popular children’s and family destination is inspired by the ancient flood story, which has parallels in diverse cultures around the world. The interactive, one-of-a-kind exhibition invites visitors of all generations to have fun—and to connect with one another, learn the value of community, and help build a better world—all while aboard a floor-to-ceiling wooden ark filled to the rafters with whimsically handcrafted animals.
$10 General, $7 Seniors and Full-Time Students, $5 Children 2-12, Free to Skirball Members and Children under 2, Includes admission to all other exhibitions
Tuesday-Friday, 12-5pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-5pm; Closed Mondays
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles 90049
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