Events
Summer Cinema on The Green
Aug. 4. The Americana at Brand hosts an outdoor movie experience featuring Crazy Rich Asians. Pre-show, enjoy a string quartet performance of the film’s soundtrack with complimentary snacks and refreshments, followed by a showing at sundown. Meal options and seat upgrades are available for purchase. Thursday, doors open 7 p.m. 889 Americana Way, Glendale. americanaatbrand.com
STEM Nature’s Escape
Aug. 5-7. Grammy-award winning artist Pharrell Williams presents an event for his non-profit Yellow, featuring a set of insect-focused, multi-sensorial experiences for families to enjoy together. Friday & Saturday, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday, 8 p.m. – 4 p.m. 2 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. stemforbugs.com
“Sunset Sessions” at Sportsmen’s Lodge
Aug. 6. The Shops at Sportsmen’s Lodge first fitness and wellness event offers four interactive classes, including Yoga taught by Free People Movement, Equinox’s “Best Butt Ever” and EKA’s sound bath healing- plus special discounts and fun giveaways at a variety of pop-up stations. Saturday, 4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. 12833 Ventura Boulevard, Los Angeles. More Info
International Surf Festival
Aug. 3-7. The city of Manhattan Beach 59th International Surf Festival attracts thousands of participants to this annual mega-event. Watch the pros, and non-contestants can participate in fun events like surfing, beach run, paddleboard races, and more. Locations and times vary per activity. surffestival.org
Umbrella Swim Club at Sixty Beverly Hills
Now Open. Chill by the pool and enjoy panoramic views of Beverly Hills at the rooftop Umbrella Swim Club. Reserve a cabana and listen to live music while enjoying cocktails paired with seasonal dishes. Sunday- Thursday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday – Saturday, 11 a.m – 12 a.m. 9360 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills. sixtyhotels.com
Food + Drink
The Hideaway Opens Its Doors on Rodeo Drive
Now Open. From the expansive patio to the luxe bar and the cozy dining space, the restaurant pays homage to Baja California with a menu including beef or tuna tartare and Alaskan king crab. The House Margarita contains both Blanco and Reposado tequilas. Times vary. 421 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills. More Info
All-New Menu Items at Yakumi
Now Open. Burbank’s Yakumi restaurant, known for quality Japanese food and speedy service, has added new menu items such as baked salmon crispy onion rolls with soy paper, rainbow rolls with cilantro mayo, and avocado hanabi. Happy hour from 3 – 6 p.m. includes 20% off rolls and $5 sake-infused sips. Sunday-Thursday, 11:30-9:00 p.m. Friday -Saturday, 11:30 – 10:00 p.m. 3919 Riverside Drive, Burbank. yakumi.com
Cuernavaca’s Grill Grand Celebration
Aug. 6. DTLA Fashion District’s women-owned Cuernavaca’s Grill is expanding its location and tripling in size. To celebrate, they will offer their most popular menu item – a chile relleno special (chile relleno + rice and beans) for a special price until they sell out. Daily, 9 a.m – 5 p.m. 429 E 11th St., Los Angeles. cuernavacasgrill.com
Short Stories Bottomless Brunch
Now Open. The new Short Stories Hotel restaurant premiers it’s brunch menu, which includes smoked fish and eggs, coconut brioche french toast, green shakshuka, and Peruvian steak, as well as bottomless mimosas and creative cocktails like a cantaloupe basil margarita. Sundays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 115 S. Fairfax, Los Angeles. shortstorieshotel.com
Arts + Culture
Songs to the Moon
Aug. 7. The concert at the Hammer will showcase moon-themed pieces for voice and piano plus George Crumb’s legendary “Night of the Four Moons” with texts by Federico Garcia Lorca. Sunday, 4 p.m. 10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles. hammer.ucla.edu
Theo Kandel Headlines Hotel Cafe
Aug. 4. Alternative singer-songwriter Theo Kandel headlines the Hotel Cafe in preparation for the release of his forthcoming EP, What if it all works out? Supporting acts include Julián Dysart and Jimmy Berry. Thursday, 6:30 p.m. 1623 N Cahuenga Boulevard, Los Angeles. More Info
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