Author Archives: Monique A. LeBleu

About Monique A. LeBleu

Monique A. LeBleu is a writer, photographer, videographer, foodie and unabashed book reader. A love of film history and a background in film production, post-production, and film theory provide unique insights into her movie reviews. A background in theater fuels her passion for drama behind the fourth wall.

‘Soulside’ Goes Poolside With Classic Soul and Scooter Weekender in Palm Springs

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Monique A. LeBleu

Sun is shining, the weather is sweet, so stop your running around and head to Palm Springs for the Second Annual Palm Springs Music and Scooter Weekender this Friday, February 14, through Sunday, February 16, 2025. The event will bring together … Continue reading →

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Punk Fundraiser ‘Fire Escape’ to Bring Relief at The Three Clubs

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Monique A. LeBleu

Three Clubs, CPB Productions, and Jeffrey Damnit bring “Fire Escape: Hollywood’s Fire Relief Live Concert & Telethon,” a 12-hour fundrasing concert beginning Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 2 p.m., until Sunday February 2, 2025 until 2 a.m., at Three Clubs. … Continue reading →

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What Can You Do for LA: New Disaster Recovery Center Locations and How To Help

Posted on January 25, 2025 by Monique A. LeBleu

UPDATED: 1-27-25*, 1-28-25**, 1-31-25 After asking ourselves, “What can we best do right now to help our friends and neighbors in need?,” the editors at The Los Angeles Beat have put together a myriad of ways to help us answer … Continue reading →

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The Nocturnal Wonderland of ‘Descanso’s’ Luminous ‘Enchanted’

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Descanso Gardens once again brings Enchanted Forest of Light for the holidays, a uniquely serene and dazzingly light display and interactive art experience to enchant all, open now until January 5, 2024. This year’s display is a mix of new … Continue reading →

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‘Carved’ Intoxicates at Descanso Gardens

Posted on October 19, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Carved, at Descanso Gardens in La Cañada-Flintridge, comes once again to open spooky season for families and children of all ages, bringing an assortment of fun and interactive activities, art, and a mild and serene macabre. Beginning in the magic … Continue reading →

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Gets Some Last Days of Summer ‘Island Time’ in at ‘Circa Caliente’

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Once again, Circa Caliente returns this week to the Palms Springs midcentury modern beauty, the Caliente Tropics, for bliss in the tropical sun, Thursday, October 3, through Sunday 6, 2024. In its near 16th year, the sister event to the … Continue reading →

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Tiki Oasis 2024 Makes Its Way Out West

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Tiki Oasis’ Way Out West, brought to you by hosts Baby Doe & Otto von Stroheim, will be a five-night, four-day live music event this year. Beginning Wednesday, July 31, through Sunday, August 4, 2024, this year’s event at San Diego’s Town & Country … Continue reading →

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Tequila’s Punk Museum Comes to Joshua Tree

Posted on April 8, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

Last month, the LA Beat’s own Tequila Mockingbird joined forces with graphic artist, Rolo Castillo, and AI artist and inventor, Phil Bosua, to bring “the past, present, and future of Punk” through the art of AI and the Punk Museum … Continue reading →

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The Eleventh Annual Pasadena International Film Festival Returns to the NoHo 7

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Monique A. LeBleu

The eleventh edition of the Pasadena International Film Festival (PIFF) returns to the NoHo Arts District, presenting more than 130 films from 10 countries during its eight-day run at Laemmle NoHo 7 theater, Thursday, April 4, 2024, through Thursday, April 11, … Continue reading →

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Festive Santa and Krampus Crawls, Stumbles, and Runs Across LA

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Monique A. LeBleu

This weekend and beyond, the winter holiday season truly begins within Greater Los Angeles when the city’s streets fill with both the most wicked and the most festive of revelers, celebrating in a style that can only be found in … Continue reading →

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