http://thisweekinsocal.com Bringing Southern California Events Together Online Thu, 17 May 2012 03:38:30 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/2nd-annual-walk-for-warriors/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/2nd-annual-walk-for-warriors/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 03:15:39 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/2nd-annual-walk-for-warriors/ Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 8 am
West LA Veterans Affairs Campus
Walk for Warriors is a fun, community-oriented 5K run/walk to take place on Memorial Day, May 28, 2012 at the West LA Veterans Affairs Campus. Proceeds from Walk for Warriors will help New Directions provide transitional services for returning veterans. By participating in Walk for Warriors, you will help support our nation’s veterans and the thousands of men and women who are currently serving our country.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/2nd-annual-walk-for-warriors/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/24th-annual-virginia-robinson-gardens-tour/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/24th-annual-virginia-robinson-gardens-tour/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 00:58:06 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/24th-annual-virginia-robinson-gardens-tour/ Friday, May 18, 10 am - 4 pm
Virgina Robinson Garden, 1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills - Tickets: $200
The Friends of Robinson Gardens will welcome the public to their twenty-fourth annual “…into the garden” Tour. This year’s theme is “California Dreamin’.” As usual, there will be five extraordinary private gardens on view, all of them exemplifying excellence in landscape architecture and varying horticultural styles. In addition to viewing these private gardens, guests are welcomed at the historic Virginia Robinson Estate and Gardens in Beverly Hills, to revel in what many consider the garden party of the year. There is truly nothing else like this event in Los Angeles.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/24th-annual-virginia-robinson-gardens-tour/feed/ 0 http://www.shockinglydelicious.com/summer-mango-caprese-salad-with-truffle-salt/ http://www.shockinglydelicious.com/summer-mango-caprese-salad-with-truffle-salt/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 00:49:28 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/mango-caprese-salad/ Visit ShockinglyDelicious.com and sign up to get recipes by e-mail, so you never miss out on new postings!Mangos are starting to roll into the markets, cheap and delicious! Modernize a classic Caprese salad by adding ripe mango chunks to your fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. You can dust with a touch of truffle salt, or a splash of your insanely expensive balsamic, or eat it naked. It’s all good.]]> http://www.shockinglydelicious.com/summer-mango-caprese-salad-with-truffle-salt/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/amgen-tour-of-california/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/amgen-tour-of-california/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 00:39:33 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/amgen-tour-of-california/ Sunday, May 20, 8:30 am
Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills
The Amgen Tour of California, one of the world's most prestigious cycling road races, takes 16 elite U.S. and international cycling teams on a scenic, albeit rigorous 800-mile course through much of California from May 13 - 20. Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills serves as the starting point for the all-important last leg of the race on May 20.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/amgen-tour-of-california/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/shes-making-media-lily-tomlin/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/shes-making-media-lily-tomlin/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 21:45:07 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/shes-making-media-lily-tomlin/ Monday, June 4, 7 pm
Paley Center for Media, 465 North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills
A true original, Lily Tomlin has commented on life’s absurdities with both edge and humanity, a mix of the darkly humorous and the poignantly insightful. Starting with her breakthrough appearances on one of the seminal programs of its era, Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, Tomlin unleashed her witty and outrageous gallery of idiosyncratic characters on the world and soon became one of the cherished names in comedy. ]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/shes-making-media-lily-tomlin/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/the-english-beat-3/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/the-english-beat-3/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 21:28:28 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/the-english-beat-3/ Thursday, May 31, 7 pm
Canyon Club, 28912 Roadside Drive, Agoura Hills
English Beat will play for Doctors Without Borders, the Nobel Peace Prize winning organization that provides non-partisan emergency medical assistance for people all over the globe. The event is sponsored by Malibu Global Awareness, and is also a tribute to Andrew Johnston and Michael Ruotolo. Come and enjoy the music, have dinner and drinks, and learn more about the life-saving efforts of Doctors Without Borders.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/the-english-beat-3/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/special-grunion-fish-tival/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/special-grunion-fish-tival/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 17:58:04 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/special-grunion-fish-tival/ Tuesday May 22, 7 pm - Midnight
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M White Dr, San Pedro
Come join us for a night of fishy fun and celebrate southern California's very own Grunion fish! Hatch grunion eggs, learn how to make grunion origami, participate in grunion arts and crafts, watch a classic grunion video, interact with grunion researchers, touch live tidepool animals and see the many fish and other live animals in the Aquarium. Don't miss your chance to test your GQ (Grunion Quotient), or guess what's in the Mystery Box! After participating in fun grunion activities, everyone will head to the beach to observe these enchanting fish. During the month of May grunion may be observed, but not captured. Warm clothing is recommended.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/special-grunion-fish-tival/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/bug-fair/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/bug-fair/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 22:08:57 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/bug-fair/ Saturday and Sunday, May 19 & 20, 9:30 am - 5 pm
Natural History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles
Exposition Park will soon be overrun with winged creatures and creepy-crawlies who are convening at the Museum, along with our scientists, for North America’s biggest bug festival.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/bug-fair/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/santa-monica-festival/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/santa-monica-festival/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 21:29:29 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/santa-monica-festival/ Saturday, May 19, 11 am - 6 pm
Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica
Free admission, free bike valet and free parking.
The Santa Monica Festival offers an eclectic mix of live music and dance, DIY art workshops with recycled and repurposed materials, guilt-free shopping featuring earth friendly artistic wares and local services offered by a variety of City, environmental and local non-profit organizations.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/santa-monica-festival/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/2012-filmanthropy-festival/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/2012-filmanthropy-festival/#comments Thu, 03 May 2012 04:46:31 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/05/2012-filmanthropy-festival/ Thursday, May 17 – Saturday, May 19
Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Avenue, Santa Monica
The 2012 FILManthropy Festival Showcasing Films that Inspire and Raise Awareness to Create a Better World. Open your eyes and your heart at the FILManthropy Society’s 3rd annual FILManthropy Festival. This unique event is a canvas for instigating and inspiring change by showcasing films that inspire, educate, raise awareness and motivate, so that audiences may open their minds and their hearts to creating a better world. The FILManthropy Festival encourages patrons to not only watch these inspiring films, but to do something – to work for change. Each filmmaker attaches a charity to his/her film and 100% of the Festival’s net proceeds are distributed between the winning filmmakers’ charities.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/05/2012-filmanthropy-festival/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/sup-for-a-pup-event/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/sup-for-a-pup-event/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 00:28:38 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/04/sup-for-a-pup-event/ Saturday, May 19, 10 am - 5 pm
Keanon, 864 West Sixteenth St, Newport Beach
They are having approximately 20 dogs on site that are available for adoption. The mission of this project is to raise mone fo rA Wish For Animals, find homes for dogs and offer great deals on premium products.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/sup-for-a-pup-event/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/tough-topanga-10k/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/tough-topanga-10k/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:03:39 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/04/tough-topanga-10k/ Saturday May 26, 8 am
Topanga State Park, 20829 Entrada Rd, Topanga Canyon
This is an all-trail race which is rugged and steep in parts and which takes place in one of the most beautiful State Parks in the Santa Monica Mountains. Note that Race Day parking is limited -- please carpool! All proceeds to benet youths sport and tness in the Santa Monica Mountains. ]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/tough-topanga-10k/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/free-asthma-and-nasal-allergy-screenings/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/free-asthma-and-nasal-allergy-screenings/#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:41:35 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/04/free-asthma-and-nasal-allergy-screenings/ Dates vary by location.
READ MORE to see where events are being held
Unseasonably warm weather is making this early spring season difficult for millions of Americans who suffer from asthma and allergies. To help adults and children who are experiencing symptoms find out if they are at risk, Los Angeles- and Orange County-area allergists will be conducting free asthma and nasal allergy screenings in your area beginning in May.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/free-asthma-and-nasal-allergy-screenings/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/%e2%80%9cart-conversation%e2%80%9d-art-exhibition/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/%e2%80%9cart-conversation%e2%80%9d-art-exhibition/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:27:32 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/04/%e2%80%9cart-conversation%e2%80%9d-art-exhibition/ Opening Reception: Saturday, May 19, 3 - 7 pm
May 19 – June 16, 2012
Schomburg Gallery, Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Avenue, E3A, Santa Monica
“Art Conversation” curated by Helen Kim showcases the artwork of creative and diverse artists from the Artist Co-op 7, Abira Breskal, Selina Cheng, Judy Dekel, Guilda Daniel-Elias and Caren J. Gafni. ]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/%e2%80%9cart-conversation%e2%80%9d-art-exhibition/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/2012-imagination-celebration/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/2012-imagination-celebration/#comments Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:18:45 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/04/2012-imagination-celebration/ April 21 - May 30, 2012
Over 20 cities throughout Orange County
The Imagination Celebration Family festival will feature over 60 events in more than 20 cities with participation by arts organizations, cities, libraries and universities throughout the country. (2012 Imagination Celebration poster contest winner, Brandon Ponce, 11th grade, Mater Dei High School, Santa Ana.)]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/04/2012-imagination-celebration/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/03/portraits-of-renown-photography-and-the-cult-of-celebrity/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/03/portraits-of-renown-photography-and-the-cult-of-celebrity/#comments Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:12:03 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/03/portraits-of-renown-photography-and-the-cult-of-celebrity/ Runs through August 29
The Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles
Free, parking $15
Photography's remarkable propensity to shape visual identities has made it the leading vehicle for representing the famous. Soon after photography was invented in the 1830s, it was used to capture the likenesses and accomplishments of great men and women, gradually supplanting other forms of commemoration. In the twentieth century, the proliferation of photography and the transformative power of fame have helped to accelerate the desire for photographs of celebrities in magazines, newspapers, advertisements, and on the Internet. (Andy Warhol, New York City, Marie Cosindas, American, 1966. © Marie Cosindas)]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/03/portraits-of-renown-photography-and-the-cult-of-celebrity/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/03/create-your-fantasy-at-the-renaissance-pleasure-faire/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/03/create-your-fantasy-at-the-renaissance-pleasure-faire/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:43:29 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/03/create-your-fantasy-at-the-renaissance-pleasure-faire/ Saturdays & Sundays, April 7 - May 20, 10 am - 7 pm
Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, Irwindale
Tickets: General Admission-$25; ages 5-12-$15; under 5-FREE
Everyone is invited to explore our exotic and adventurous English sea port town! We have over 1500 costumed performers, 150 booths with crafts, hand-powered rides, games, hearty English ales, fine wines and gourmet foods. For more info call 626-969-4750 or go online at www.renfair.com/socal...]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/03/create-your-fantasy-at-the-renaissance-pleasure-faire/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/02/digital-darkroom/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/02/digital-darkroom/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:17:40 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2012/02/digital-darkroom/ Through May 18
The Annenberg Space for Photography, 2000 Avenue of the Stars, #10, Century City
DIGITAL DARKROOM features the work of 17 artists from around the world that explore the intersection of art and technology. The artists come from a range of backgrounds, each specializing in fine art, commercial art, portraiture, still life, fashion, architectural or other types of photographic and illustrative expression.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2012/02/digital-darkroom/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/12/outdoors-hikes/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/12/outdoors-hikes/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:44:16 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/12/outdoors-hikes/ Hikes & Events happening daily
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Make the most of your OUTDOORS experience in the Santa Monica Mountains. Read More to link to the events calendar and search for National Park Service programs in the recreation area near you. ]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/12/outdoors-hikes/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/11/trisha-brown-dance-company/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/11/trisha-brown-dance-company/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:33:30 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/11/trisha-brown-dance-company/ Saturday, November 19, 8 pm
Valley Performing Arts Center, 18111 Nordhoff St, Northridge
The Trisha Brown Dance Company circles the globe dancing on the stages of landmark opera houses, on rooftops, in galleries and museums, on walls and while floating on water. The repertory has grown from solos to operas, from 10 seconds to evening-length, from a singular vision to massive collaboration.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/11/trisha-brown-dance-company/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/11/nature-in-focus-2/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/11/nature-in-focus-2/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 20:08:44 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/11/nature-in-focus-2/ Saturday, May 19, 8 am
Sooky Goldman Nature Center, Franklin Canyon Park, 2600 Franklin Canyon Dr, Beverly Hills
A good photograph uses technique, composition, and being in the right place at the right time. We can provide a stunning setting, while Volunteer Naturalist Renata can help with the rest. Bring your camera.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/11/nature-in-focus-2/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/10/2011%e2%80%932012-contemporary-documentaries/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/10/2011%e2%80%932012-contemporary-documentaries/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:21:58 +0000 admin http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/10/2011%e2%80%932012-contemporary-documentaries/ Wednesday, May 30, 7 pm
Linwood Dunn Theater, 1313 Vine Street, Hollywood
Admission is free; tickets are not required.
The 30th annual Contemporary Documentaries series is a showcase for feature-length and short documentaries drawn from the 2010 Academy Award nominations, including the winners, as well as other important and innovative films considered by the Academy that year.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/10/2011%e2%80%932012-contemporary-documentaries/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/10/affaire-in-the-gardens-2/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/10/affaire-in-the-gardens-2/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:26:14 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/10/affaire-in-the-gardens-2/ May 19 & 20,10 am - 6 pm
2 hour free parking at the Civic Center Parking Structure located at 450 N. Rexford Drive, Beverly Hills
The free show features art by 250 exhibitors from around the nation, who showcase their work in painting, sculpture, watercolor, photography, mixed media, ceramics, jewelry, drawings and printmaking.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/10/affaire-in-the-gardens-2/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/08/rabbit-hole-2-2/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/08/rabbit-hole-2-2/#comments Mon, 01 Aug 2011 18:25:40 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/08/rabbit-hole-2-2/ Runs April 13 - May 20, Fridays & Saturdays: 8 pm, Sundays: 2 pm
Pierson Playhouse, 941 Temescal Canyon Road, Pacific Palisades - (310) 454-1970
Ellen, the wife of a successful author, has herself just written a sizzling tell-all autobiography and assembles four of her closest East Coast friends to her Malibu beach house to read it. Imagine their surprise as they read their own secrets exposed...then step back and watch the sparks fly! A sharply funny play that pokes fun at both the Malibu Colony and New York sensibilities. The Supporting Cast runs the gamut from slapstick to satire-a hilarious play not to be missed!]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/08/rabbit-hole-2-2/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/07/test-2-page-links-to/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/07/test-2-page-links-to/#comments Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:08:49 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/07/test-2-page-links-to/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/07/test-2-page-links-to/feed/ 0 http://thisweekin.net http://thisweekin.net#comments Sat, 23 Jul 2011 16:09:31 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/07/test-page-links-to/ http://thisweekin.net/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/06/51st-annual-topanga-banjo-fiddle-contest-and-folk-festival/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/06/51st-annual-topanga-banjo-fiddle-contest-and-folk-festival/#comments Thu, 09 Jun 2011 21:00:16 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/06/51st-annual-topanga-banjo-fiddle-contest-and-folk-festival/ Sunday, May 20, 9 am - 6 pm
Paramount Ranch, 2903 Cornell Rd, Agoura Hills
On THREE STAGES plus The Dance Barn and Children’s area, set within Western movie sets and mountain locations -- bring your instruments and ”sit in“ with jamming musicians! Since 1961, Southern California's favorite old-time, bluegrass, folk song, fold dancing & craft festival. Tickets at gate: Adults: $16.00 - Teens/Seniors: $11...discounts for pre-sale.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/06/51st-annual-topanga-banjo-fiddle-contest-and-folk-festival/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/jazz-at-sunset-2/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/jazz-at-sunset-2/#comments Thu, 19 May 2011 20:35:17 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/05/jazz-at-sunset-2/ Saturday, June 2, 5 - 10 pm
Hamilton Galleries, 1431 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica
Admission FREE.
Hamilton Galleries and Tony Shalhoub present One-Night only 100cameras, Exhibition Fundraiser: Through the Lens of a Child. 100cameras Gives Cameras to Marginalized Children and teaches them how to them how to tell their story through photography. Come see their perspective. Come celebrate their voice. It will be an evening to enjoy good wine, honor stories of children and purchase their photography to raise funds to better their communities.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/jazz-at-sunset-2/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/st-nicholas-valley-greek-festival/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/st-nicholas-valley-greek-festival/#comments Thu, 19 May 2011 16:13:18 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/05/st-nicholas-valley-greek-festival/ Saturday, May 26 - Monday, May 28
St. Nicolas Greek Orthodox Church, 9501 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge
Opa! 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, children's 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 39th Annual Valley Greek Festival.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/st-nicholas-valley-greek-festival/feed/ 0 http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/16592-2/ http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/16592-2/#comments Wed, 18 May 2011 19:43:23 +0000 ThisWeekIn.net http://thisweekin.net/socal/2011/05/16592-2/ Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27
Orange County Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
Tickets: Adults/$15, Children/$3
An annual celebration of Scottish and Irish music, dance, sports, family fun and foodand culture in Orange County. The Massed Bands will perform at the opening ceremony on Saturday starting at 12 Noon, and at Closing Ceremonies, held both days starting at 5 pm.]]> http://thisweekinsocal.com/2011/05/16592-2/feed/ 0