Category Archives: Upcoming Events

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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Michelin-star Chef Elevates Chain Restaurants at ChainFEST

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

Savor the return of Trader Vic’s & Koo Koo Roo while enjoying glammed-up versions of dishes from Panda Express, Red Lobster, KFC & much more ChainFEST has been referred to as Chef Tim Hollingsworth’s “glow-up” of chain restaurant food. The … 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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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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Two Great Gigs Next Week: Stephen Merritt and Chaka Khan

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Bob Lee

Next week will bring two special events to our summer venues of the Hollywood Hills, you should get tickets now to avoid being left out in the heat. On Wednesday July 24, Stephin Merritt of the Magnetic Fields will perform … Continue reading →

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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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Dine LA Restaurant Week is Back!

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

DineLA Restaurant Week is back! This two-week event showcases Los Angeles dining with well-priced lunch and dinner menus served daily at hundreds of LA restaurants. Try some new restaurants or return to old favorites, with meals priced from as little … Continue reading →

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Concern Foundation’s Culinary Extravaganza Returns to Paramount’s Back Lot!

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Karin E. Baker

One of the summer’s best food events is coming to the historic backlot at Hollywood’s Paramount Studios on Saturday, July 13. The Concern Foundation’s 49th Annual Block Party is a five-hour culinary journey that will raise much-needed funds for cancer … Continue reading →

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