I thought last week was full of events but this weekend gets the prize!
EnJoy,
LAaLA
Friday, Oct. 5th
Book Signing & Discussion
Ann Haley Brown will discuss the phenomenon that was and is "Roots" by her uncle Alex Haley.
Free
7:00pm
Eso Won Books
4331 Degnan Boulevard
Los Angeles
323.290.1048
www.esowon.booksense.com
ALL WEEKEND
The Brewery Art Walk
Twice a year there’s an open studio weekend at the world’s largest art colony. Each artwalk, over 100 resident artists participate. During this event, you will have the opportunity to see new works, discover new favorites, and talk with the artists and purchase.
Free admission and parking
11am-6pm
Brewery Art Association
2100 North Main Street
Avenue 20
Los Angeles
TarFest
For four days and nights in the fall, the annual TarFest transforms the historic Miracle Mile corridor into a community open house. The staging of TarFest is accomplished with the collaborative spirit and efforts of local merchants, cultural institutions, and residents from the area. The Miracle Mile’s theatres, galleries, museums, and outdoor spaces are filled with quality independent films, emerging musical performers, and visual artists.
Free
La Brea Tar Pits and Miracle Mile Corridor, Los Angeles
323.964.7100
www.tarfest.com
FAIF International Film Festival
Meet filmmakers from around the world as they present their films on the big screen for your enjoyment. Ten days of over 150 fantastic independent films in all genres. Where else but right in the heart of Hollywood where it all began, the sights, the stars, and the excitement of the motion picture industry! Sponsored by the Foundation for the Advancement of Independent Films.
$11
2–11:30pm
Mann’s Chinese Theaters,
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles
323-410-0464
www.magicalfilmfest.com
Santa Clarita Street Art Festival
Where the chalk meets the road! Bring the family to this free outdoor festival featuring live music, arts and crafts, and the fine art of street painting. With two stages, this two-day block party will keep you dancing in the streets.
Free
Saturday 10am-10pm
Sunday 10am-5pm.
Old Town Newhall
Santa Clarita
661-286-4018
www.streetartfest.com
Los Angeles Lithuanian Fair
This event features Lithuanian arts and crafts, folk dancing and singing, traditional food and drinks, and special activities for children. Learn the fine art of egg dyeing taught by our own “eggsperts.” Everyone is welcome.
$8 Adults, $6 Seniors, Children under 12 are Free
Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday 11:30am-5pm
2718 Saint George St.
Los Angeles
818-701-7977
www.lithuanianfair.com
Saturday, October 6th
Noho Arts Festival
Enjoy the North Hollywood Arts District’s annual street festival that includes performances on the mainstage, an all day theatre festival, plenty of activities for kids, access to visual arts galleries, and discounts at local shops and restaurants.
Free
Lankershim Blvd @ Magnolia
North Hollywood
11am-10pm
http://www.nohoartsdistrict.com/nohoscene/nohoscenenew.asp
The California African American Museum presents ”Accessing the Music Industry”
CAAM hosts the final event celebrating the landmark exhibition, “Wattstax: I Am Somebody!” Music professionals, producer and songwriter James “Big Jim” Wright; Stax/Concord Music Group Catalog Manager, Jeffrey Spector; Music Marketing Professor and Founder of Moondo Records, Juan Carlos Quintero; and producer and journalist, Alfredo Cruz as moderator, discuss current trends in the industry. Themes include the art of promotion, demo solicitation and negotiating contracts, concluding with a Q&A session. This discussion is geared towards music students, emerging professional musicians, music journalists and enthusiasts to learn more of the industry culture and how to make your entry.
FREE
11am Pre-event reception
12-2pm Discussion
California African American Museum
600 State Drive
Exposition Park
Los Angeles
Parking at 39thand Figueroa, $6 per vehicle
www.caamuseum.org
Southeast Asia Day
The Aquarium of the Pacific will celebrate its second Southeast Asia Day. The day’s program will include components from Cambodian, Thai, and Vietnamese
cultures. Guests will enjoy live performances, including music, dance, and cultural craft demonstrations.
Free with Aquarium Admission
9am-5pm
Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach,
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach
562-591-3100,
www.aquariumofpacific.org
Granada Hills Street Faire
The event will feature a live stage with continuous entertainment, food booths, business and non-profit booths, roving entertainment, activities for children.
10am-5pm
Chatsworth St., Between Encino & Zelzah Ave.
Free
877-233-5753
www.granadachamber.com
Sunday, Oct 7th
Book Signing & Discussion
Frank Godden will discuss his work with Dr. George Washington Carver.
Free
3:00pm
Eso Won Books
4331 Degnan Boulevard
Los Angeles
NFO: (323) 290-1048
www.esowon.booksense.com
6th Annual Taste of Folk & Bluegrass Festival
A free folk music, dance, and storytelling festival held in conjunction with the Taste of Encino street fair. Over 150 food booths covering four blocks on Ventura Boulevard feature ethnic foods, health foods, and children's cuisine.
Free
10am-5pm
Encino Park on Ventura Boulevard
Encino
818-817-7756
www.ctmsfolkmusic.org
Taste of Encino
This free folk music festival features over 150 food booths covering four blocks on Ventura Boulevard. The event also includes ethnic foods, health foods, and children's cuisine.
Free
10am-5pm
Ventura Blvd., between Balboa Blvd. and Amestoy
Encino
818-879-4711
www.encinochamber.org
5th Los Angeles Hispanic Heritage Festival
A celebration of the rich cultural diversity of Latin America and Spain with the presentation of folkloric groups, performers, artisans, painters, and raffles.
Free
11am-6pm
MacArthur Park
Wilshire Blvd & 7th St.
Los Angeles
Free
310-695-6357
www.cervantescenter.org
Unity Fest 2007
This annual cultural festival celebrates the prominent cultural groups in Glendale. The event includes Latin American, Middle Eastern, Asian, European, Native American, and Pan African Villages, each selling traditional foods and goods; also, cultural performances and demonstrations of traditional arts and crafts.
Free
11am-5pm
Verdugo Park
1621 Cañada Blvd
Glendale
818-548-2780
www.ci.glendale.ca.us
West Hills Fall Fest
Enjoy live entertainment, taste a variety of international dishes, and meet local businesses as they showcase their services. The festival also includes games, information booths, and more.
Free
11am-6pm
West Hills Center
Saticoy and Woodlake
West Hills
818-884-4222
www.cpwhcamber.org
