Category Archives: Art

VinylFest at The Original Farmers Market on December 6

Posted on November 18, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

One of LA’s most iconic spots, the Original Farmers Market is hosting its inaugural VinylFest on Saturday, December 7. The event will take place at the Farmers Market’s famed Clock Tower Plaza, next to The Grove. A celebration of vinyl … Continue reading →

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“Tim Burton’s A Nightmare Before Christmas” — 9 Original Artworks Now on View at The Hilbert Museum

Posted on October 21, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

Tis the season… for “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Come see original concept drawings, paintings and storyboards created for the classic 1993 animated Disney film produced by Tim Burton and Denise Di Novi. This new show, at the Hilbert Museum of … Continue reading →

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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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Recommended Rock Reads Of 2024

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Bob Lee

Hollywood Dream – The  Thunderclap Newman Story by Mark Ian Wilkerson (Third Man Press, available October 1). This is an exhaustively researched history of a band whose actual lifespan was stunningly brief, while creating ripples that reverberate to this day. Who … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Sex and ‘Expanding Erotic Power’ Through Art and Activism

Posted on September 17, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

A free, groundbreaking pop-up exhibition titled Sx Celebrated: Expanding Erotic Power is coming to The Art Room in Downtown Los Angeles on Saturday, September 28, 2024. The one-day event features artist Jerri Allyn’s provocative portrait banners and a schedule of … 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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Tiki Oasis Part 2 Saturday Photo Gallery

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Editor

On Saturday there were book signings, workshops, art, shopping, parades, DJs, and pool parties galore!

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Tiki Oasis Part One: Friday!

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Editor

Friday night was a blast at Tiki Oasis. We spent a lot of time shopping, singing along with King Kukelele, dancing to the awesome DJs, checking out the art show, and loving the live music. We even hit some workshops … Continue reading →

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A New Art Show Opens at The Armory in Pasadena

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

“From the Ground Up: Nurturing Diversity in Hostile Environments” Opens This Friday  Did you know that cultivating a grain can be an act of rebellion? A traditional food in Mexico and Central and South America, amaranth was banned by European … Continue reading →

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