Dear LAaLALanders:::::
So, we’ve reached the supposed “dog days of summer” but the events don’t stop… There's lots of Reggae, Latin & Jazz concerts, an Indonesian festival, the last weekend of the African Marketplace, a midnight screening of the 80s cult classic "The Warriors" and lots of pool parties.
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
Enjoy,
Laala
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
Enjoy,
Laala
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28th ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
TWILIGHT DANCE SERIES presents TOOTS & MAYTALS
Amoeba Music sponsors the Jamaican Reggae legend Toots & The Maytals’ concert on the waterfront.
Free
7pm
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica
http://twilightdance.org/
SKIRBALL SUNSET CONCERTS presents SEXTETO ROBERTO RODRIGUEZ
New York-based drummer and composer Roberto Rodriguez performs everything from traditional Cuban roots music to pop, rock, jazz, and world music. Aftere also blended klezmer to the mix, working Yiddish theaters while developing his groundbreaking synthesis of Jewish melody and Cuban percussion.
7pm
Free
Parking: $10 per car, or $5 for cars carrying three or more people - cash only
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles 90049
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29th::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
GRAND PERFORMANCES presents ANDY PALACIO TRIBUTE with the GARIFUNA COLLECTIVE & UMALALI
This concert pays homage to the late Andy Palacio's activist legacy with performances by Umalali (Garifuna for voice), as they add four powerful women's voices to the potent eight-member Garifuna Collective. This multi-generational (ages 25 to 80) ensemble's compelling polyrhythms, memorable melodies and soaring voices reflect both West African and Caribbean heritages. They preserve the music of the endangered Garifuna community – Afro-Indians from Belize, Honduras and Guatemala - by maintaining, treasuring and respecting their traditions, but within a modern context.
Free
Noon & 8pm
Calfornia Plaza
300-350 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles
ESO WON BOOKS presents KENJI JASPER READING “CAKE”
Come down to Leimert Park for a reading by accomplished author Kenji Jasper of his new novel “Cake.” Jasper makes his rare West Coast appearance.
Free
7-8pm
Eso Won Books
4331 Degnan Blvd
Los Angeles
http://www.kenjijasper.com/
LEVITT PAVILLION presents KOBO TOWN
Enjoy outdoor music with sounds of Caribbean and Calypso roots with reggae, zouk, son montuno and funk.
Free
8-9:30pm
Levitt Pavilion Pasadena
85 Holly Street
Pasadena 91103
http://www.levittpavilionpasadena.org/
LACMA presents FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: BILL CANTOS
Jazziz Magazine called singer/songwriter/pianist Bill Cantos the "artist to watch." He’s on albums by artists including Phil Collins, Dori Caymmi, John Patitucci, Justo Almario, Clint Black, and Kirk Whalum.
Free
6pm
Los Angeles County Museum of Art - LACMA
BP Grand Entrance
5905 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org
MIDNIGHT SCREENING of THE WARRIORS
Go back to the ‘80s for this cult classic about rival street gangs waging war underground in the New York Transit System.
$10
Midnight
Nuart Theatre
11272 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles 90025
GETTY CENTER present FRIDAYS OFF THE 405 featuring MONSTERS ARE WAITING, JUSTIN WARFIELD & DJ ADAM 12
She Wants Revenge’s DJ Justin Warfield, LA's Monsters Are Waiting and DJ Adam 12 set it off amidst the gorgeous city landscapes and sweet cocktails.
Free
6pm
Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Drive
Los Angeles 90049
http://getty.edu/visit/events/fridays_405_082908.html
SATURDAY, AUGUST 30th::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
LACMA presents LATIN SOUNDS: ANGEL LEBRON y SU SABOR LATINO
Attend this finale concert of the 2008 Latin Sounds music series with this classic ‘60s Palladium-style look and Nueva Yawk street salsa style.
Free
5pm
Los Angeles County Museum of Art – LACMA
Hancock Park - behind LACMA
5905 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles 90036
http://www.lacma.org/
LEVITT PAVILLION presents MARIACHI DIVAS
Enjoy this outdoor concert featuring this multi all female Latin music group.
Free
8-9:30pm
Levitt Pavilion Pasadena
85 Holly Street
Pasadena 91103
http://www.levittpavilionpasadena.org/
MINGLE N PLEI ‘90s NOSTALGIA PARTY
Plei Los Angeles 90s Nostalgia
Take it way back… to the ‘90s! Join this throwback party with DJs, dancing, casino tables with professional dealers, 8 PRIVATE karaoke rooms, video and board games...
$10
9pm-2am
Hilltop Cafe ~ Bar & Lounge
3888 Crenshaw Blvd.
Los Angeles
http://www.myspace.com/mingleandplei
INDONESIAN FESTIVAL LA
Celebrating Indonesia’s 63rd anniversary of independence, the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia sponsors this festival of the Indonesian tradition and heritage. There will be cultural performances, Balinese and Javanese gamelan performances, together with the Kolintang musics, traditional dances from the people of Aceh, Batak, Minangkabau, Makasar, Sunda, Java, Bali as well as other parts of Indonesia, cultural ceremonies, reog, martial arts and others. Also, a cultural display and exhibit featuring the workmanship of many Indonesian artists, and Batik artists will make traditional batik paintings live.
Free
10am-9pm
3457 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90010
http://hut63.kjri-la.net/content/section/8/39/
SUNDAY, AUGUST 31ST::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM presents THE LAND OF FUNK LECTURE
UCLA History Associate Professor Scot Brown explores the close relationship between Black music called “funk” and recent social and political movements and the integral role of black music and musical artists faced in the challenging Post-Civil Rights/Black Power era.
Free
2pm
California African American Museum
600 State Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
SUNDAY CINEMA IN THE BACKYARD AT THE W WESTWOOD presents RAIN MAN
Laze around at the Westwood W Hotel's poolside cabana/restaurant, all while watching “Rain Man.” Get there early for the cabanas.
Free
8pm
The Backyard
930 Hilgard Ave.
Westwood 90024
http://www.whotels.com/losangeles
MELROSE TRADING POST FLEA MARKET
With the vibe of Bay Area flea markets, all sales in this venue benefit the adjacent Fairfax High’s student extracurricular activities. This great center of unique purchases has been going for 5 years strong!
9am
$1-2
Fairfax High School Parking Lot
Fairfax and Melrose
Los Angeles, CA
http://www.greenwayarts.org/tradingpost.htm
FILTER MAGAZINE SUNSET SERIES: SUNSET SOCIAL
See LA from the rooftop above the lofts at Barker Block… There’s a dope pool and lots of drink to sip on as the sunsets. Hang with the other cute people as Hope Wine presents a wine tasting surround by artwork by the talented Darren Pearson, Mike Brown and Jeff Morris. KBros and Pants Off rock the beats. YOU MUST RSVP for entry@ barkerblock@filtermmm.com
Free
6-10pm
Barker Block
501-530 Hewitt St.
Los Angeles 90013
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1st::::::::::::::::::: HAPPY LABOR DAY!
THE BACKYARD AT THE W presents THE LABOR DAY POOL PARTY
This 5th annual fete includes a special Labor Day Breakfast menu exquisitely crafted by Executive Chef Monique King, a cocktail menu will feature bloody marys, mimosas and Cipriani Bellinis, and DJ Marshall Barnes and DJ Politik will rock the pool til sundown.
Free, must RSVP @ events@choicehospitalitygroup.com
10am-8pm
21+
The Backyard @ W Hotel Los Angeles – Westwood
930 Hilgard Avenue
Los Angeles 90024
http://www.muselifestylegroup.com/
LOS ANGELES CITY’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Celebrate the 227th anniversary of the founding of Los Angeles with historical
reenactments, artisan demonstrations, exhibits, food, and entertainment.
Free
6am-6pm
El Pueblo Historical Monument
125 Paseo de la Plaza
Los Angeles
COST: Free
www.cityofla.org/ELP
ALL WEEKEND::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
AFRICAN MARKETPLACE & CULTURAL FAIR
Explore the arts and crafts, live music and delicious food vendors at this annual African Marketplace. There’s even a Village Gourd Festival, a Brazilian Trade and Music Festival, the Celebrity Village Games, an African
Business Expo, entertainment and arts and crafts.
$8
10am-9pm
All day all weekend – Friday-Sunday
Rancho Cienega Park
5001 Rodeo Road near La Brea
Los Angeles
http://www.africanmarketplace.com/
MICHOACAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL at HOLLYWOOD PARK CASINO
This three day festival celebrates the rich heritage of Mexico’s Michoacan region. There will be live bands, authentic food, and folklorist ballet alongside exhibits, mechanical rides, craft vendors and so much more.
Free family event
Saturday-Monday
Hollywood Park Casino
3883 W. Century Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90303
http://www.fecademich.com/
