Author Archives: Elise Thompson

Elise Thompson

About Elise Thompson

Born and raised in the great city of Los Angeles, this food, culture and music-loving punk rock angeleno wants to turn you on to all that is funky, delicious and weird in the city. While Elise holds down the fort, her adventurous alter ego Kiki Maraschino is known to roam the country in search of catfish.

Darker Gothtober Featuring an Opera with Gitaine Demone and Paul Roessler October 12 at The Crooked Path in NoHo

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Elise Thompson
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The Freaky Tiki Happening is Coming to Long Beach Oct 19th!

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Elise Thompson

Usually for big tiki events you have to travel to San Diego or Palm Springs, but this one is happening right in our own backyard! Come on down to Long Beach Saturday, October 19 from 2-9 PM! Presented by Flor … Continue reading →

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Alex’s Lemonade Returns to Royce Quad Saturday for 2024

Posted on September 29, 2024 by Elise Thompson

The LA Beat attends a lot of benefits and food events, but LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade has a special place in our hearts. This annual event, taking place this Saturday, October 5, 2024– 12:00-4:00PM at Royce Quad in UCLA, carries on … Continue reading →

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Come on Down to Wacko this Afternoon to Get a Signed Copy of Bowlarama!

Posted on September 14, 2024 by Elise Thompson

Wacko has always been a fun place for parties and book signings. Come on down today to grab yourself a copy of “Bowlarama: The Architecture of Mid-Century Bowling” by Chris Nichols with Adriene Biondo. Why not pick up an extra … Continue reading →

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Mike Watt and the Missing Men, Alley Cats at The Slipper Clutch August 16

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Elise Thompson
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Surf Guitar 101 Returns to the Home of Surf Music!

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Elise Thompson

It’s that time of year again!!! The Surf Guitar 101 Convention, founded in 2008 by Jeff “BigTikiDude” Hanson, will be happening in Long Beach at the Golden Sails Hotel July 26-28 2024. The lineup includes everything from classic stalwarts to modern instrumental surf … Continue reading →

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Liquid Kitty Summer BBQ with Mike Watt, Lawndale, Carnage Asada

Posted on July 11, 2024 by Elise Thompson
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Where to Celebrate 4th of July 2024 in Los Angeles

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Elise Thompson

Are you ready to rock Independence Day? Some events took place last weekend, but we are still spoiled for choice in LA. Please don’t light illegal fireworks, instead check out everywhere else you can party this week! ATTRACTIONS Aquarium of … Continue reading →

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“When I Didn’t See What I Wanted I Made What I Wanted” Black Barbie on Netflix

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Elise Thompson

If you have ever taken a Psychology, Sociology, or even a Law class, you have probably seen a clip of the Clarks’ Doll Tests (The tests were used to win Brown vs. the Board of Education, proving that separate is … Continue reading →

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Lee Ving’s Range War at Alex’s May 18

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Elise Thompson
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