Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Museums Free-For-All, Pier Locals Night and much more.
Pier Locals Night: The March edition of Local’s Night includes classic car show, youth activities, DJs, and live band performances. Thursday, March 21, 3:30–9pm. FREE!
Silent Disco at The Waterfront Venice: On the final Friday of each month, a new beachside bash takes place both in and around the restaurant and bar. Friday, March 22, 4–8pm at 206 Ocean Front Walk, Venice. Would you like to know more?
Museums Free-For-All: Got a list of LA museums you haven’t visited yet? Then Saturday is your day as museums all over town are throwing open their doors for free admission with over 30 museums participating, including the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, LACMA, Japanese American National Museum, GRAMMY Museum, the La Brea Tar Pits, the Skirball and more. Saturday, March 23. More details here.
FREE Papel Picado Workshop at 18th Street Arts Center: Papel picado is a form of traditional Mexican art that dates back to ancient times. This traditional art consists of cutouts that are often strung together with twine to create colorful banners used to decorate for celebrations and festivals. At the end of this workshop, participants will have their very own papel picado garland to take home. All ages. Workshop guidance available for English and Spanish speakers. Saturday, March 23, 1–4pm at 3026 Airport Ave. More info here.
Ester Steinberg Comedy Special Live Taping: The special is called “Schmear Campaign”, featuring her take on being a mom to two toddlers, body positivity, and her father’s failed political campaigns. Saturday, March 23, 7pm and 9pm at The Crow, 2525 Michigan Ave. More info here.
Downtown Santa Monica Celebrates Easter: Third Street Promenade Celebrate the Easter season at Third Street Promenade with fun, games, and FREE photos with the Easter Bunny. Sunday, March 24, 12–4pm.
Free Screening of West Coast Hip Hop Documentary: Santa Monica College (SMC) is set to host a complimentary screening of N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo (2024), a documentary chronicling the history of West Coast Hip Hop and audience Q&A session with Alonzo ‘Grandmaster Lonzo’ Williams, Marq ‘Cli-N-Tel’ Hawkins, and Kim Renard ‘Arabian Prince’ Nazel. Wednesday, March 27, 11am at SMC Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way.
What to Eat & Drink?
LouLou Launches Disco Queen Weekly Disco Party: The disco and drag party is every Thursday night and “pays homage to the (in)famous Disco Queen nights in Paris filled with disco balls, smooth grooves, and over-the-top talent.” Thursdays at 395 Santa Monica Place #300.
Main St.’s Pasjoli Featured on NBC: These chef-approved kitchen tips will completely transform your home cooking California Live’s Jessica Vilchis visits Pasjoli in Santa Monica to meet award-winning chef Dave Beran, who trained Jeremy Allen White for his leading role in ‘The Bear.’ Chef Beran shares his kitchen genius with Jess, who admits her entire outlook on cooking at home has now changed. More you like to know more?
The Best Places To Eat In Venice: “From Abbot Kinney to the Boardwalk, these are the best spots to eat around Venice Beach” according to this Infatuation article.
Further Afield: LA Fashion Week – Los Angeles Fashion Week unfolds its glamour and innovation against the backdrop of the historic Union Station, an iconic venue that adds a touch of grandeur to this prominent event. March 22-24
Looking Ahead Around Town: The Other Art Fair (4/4-7), CicLAvia West LA (4/21)
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