Hops and Hopes Craft Beer Fest
Beer Autism Hope, a non-profit raising awareness and support for autism, marrys the concepts of philanthropy and quality drinking by throwing a massive beer party inside of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The all-day event is more than just an excuse to drink well —proceeds are going to a worthwhile cause. There will be a beer pong tournament at noon, a series of beer panels discussing the industry and trends, and the festival grounds, which will be filled with breweries from across the nation. $50/ General admission, $80/VIP (extra hour of drinking); Saturday, 11 am; 3939 S Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90037
Silver Lake Craft Cocktail & Beer Exposition
Indulge in top food and drinks from more than a dozen Silver Lake locales at this indoor/outdoor event. You can sample bites, cocktails and craft brews from restaurants and bars like 4100 Bar, The Thirsty Crow, The Black Cat, El Condor, Mohawk Bend, Garage Pizza and more. Saturday, 2-6 pm; 4100 Bar, 1087 Manzanita St., Los Angeles, CA
Rose Extravaganza with Knuckle & Claw
Spend the afternoon sipping rose wine and feasting on lobster rolls. (I mean could you ask for more?) domaineLA is serving up seven rose varietals and a menu that includes Knuckle & Claw decadent lobster rolls, house made chips and ice cream pops. $25; Sunday, 2-5 pm; 6801 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA; 323.932.0280
National Pretzel Day at Röckenwagner Bakery
Hans Röckenwagner is working with Chefs Ride and No Kid Hungry and donating %100 of the proceeds from their German Pretzel sales to the No Kid Hungry program. Just 4 pretzels = 100 meals! Sunday, 6:30 am – 4 pm, Röckenwagner Bakery, 12385 W Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90066; Sunday, 6:30 am-7 pm, 3 Square Café & Röckenwagner Bakery, 1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd
Venice, CA 90291
Hot Dogs at Vintage Enoteca
Join in their first hot dog fest of the season! They are serving up Wagyu beef dogs with Mojo sauce. Hurry before they all sell out! Friday; 7554 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046; 323.512.5278
Shaken, Not Stirred: Patron & Chocolate Party
A tequila party in a chocolate shop: that’s sound thinking at play. And it’s happening Friday at ChocoVivo, where four agave-based drinks involving chocolate salt get poured… and coexist with a bunch of chocolate. No wonder that place has its own TED Talk. $25; Friday, 5-9pm, 12469 Washington Blvd, Culver City, 310-845-6259
LACMA Celebrates 50!
Celebrate 50 years of LACMA with free admission to the museum and catch their new exhibition“50 for 50” which celebrates LACMA’s generous donors. The show highlights a collection of masterpieces from various centuries and cultures, featuring works from amazing artists. Sunday, 10 am-7 pm; LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90036
The Brewery Artwalk
The spring open studio weekend at the Brewery Arts Complex is one of my most favorite things Los Angeles has to offer. View new works by more than 100 resident artists, speak with the artists, and purchase artwork directly from the artists’ studios. The Brewery Arts Complex began development in 1982 at the site of the Pabst Blue Ribbon Brewery. Free; Saturday & Sunday, 11 am-6 pm; The Brewery, 1920 N Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90031; 323.222.3007
LA Modernism Opening Night
Join in evening of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and kick off a weekend-long exhibition featuring more than 40 exhibitors of modern art – 20th-century furniture as well as decorative and fine arts – from across the United States and Europe. Money raised during the opening night supports P.S. ARTS’ arts education programs, which inspire children to become future artists, musicians, designers, and creative thinkers. $15; The LA Modernism Show & Sale continues on Saturday, 11 am-7 pm & Sunday, 11 am-5 pm. $150; Friday, 7-11 pm; 3Labs, 90232, 8461 Warner Dr., Culver City, CA 90232; 310.733.4700
smoke.oil.salt’s Anniversary
They are celebrating their first anniversary this weekend with a 10-course dinner of menu favorites like sea urchin flan, smoked octopus, and wood-fired Iberico pork. $90; Friday & Saturday, seatings at 6:30 & 9 pm; 7274 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046; 323.930.7900
Raise a Child’s HONORS Gala
In preparation of National Foster Month this May, the Raise a Child organization is aiming to educate and encourage the LGBT and heterosexual communities to build families through fostering or adoption to answer the needs of the 400,000 children in our nation’s foster care programs, many of those children being right here in Los Angeles. In support of these programs, and in anticipation of The Supreme Court’s Same-Sex Marriage oral arguments, Raise a Child will be holding their third annual HONORS Gala and award ceremony. The event will honor individuals and families for their advocacy. Guests of honor and award recipients will include Jon Cryer, Comedian Alec Mapa, and HBO Documentarian Ben Cotner of “The Case Against 8”. Sunday, 11 am-1:30 pm; W Hollywood Hotel, 6250 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Goodwill Southern California Prom Sale
It’s prom season! Get your show stopping fashions at Goodwill SoCal’s one day prom sale. Shop thousands of fabulous dresses starting at $9.99 and sharp suits and tuxedos starting at $19.99. Special prices for high school students who may receive 20% off one full priced item when they present a valid school ID. *All sales final. Items sold as is while supplies last. No additional discounts will be offered or applied. May not be combined with any other offer or coupon. 10 item limit per person. High School students who present a valid school ID may receive 20% off one full priced item. Restrictions apply. Saturday, 9 am-9 pm; Goodwill Community Enrichment Center at Fletcher Square, 3150 N San Fernando Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90065
The Third LA Pizza Society Event
Head to Sotto this weekend for unlimited pizza, one beer or soft drink, and a pizza tutorial from owner Steve Samson. $25; Saturday, 1-3 pm; 9575 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035
Step Up & Stand Out
Lorna Jane will be taking over center plaza in partnership with Barry’s Bootcamp and their celebrity trainer, Allie Cohen for a heart pumping workout. Following the workout, they will be serving up mocktails crafted by ZICO and amazing superfood treats from Kye’s. Saturday, 10 am-1 pm; Santa Monica Place-center plaza, 395 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401; RSVP here
Granolee Pop up at Alma
This breakfast bowl pop-up is from founder, Lee Tilghman, who’s been called the “smoothie bowl” queen. She will be cooking up a healthy brunch in DTLA. Sunday, 10 am-2 pm;
Sweet Rose Creamery Pop-Up
Sweet Rose Creamery will be serving up new flavors of its made-from-scratch, artisanal ice cream at one of our favorite Venice shops, Tortoise General Store, once a month through September. I couldn’t think of a better way to cool down in style. Sunday, 1-5 pm (and the fourth Sunday of every month through September); Tortoise General Store, 1208 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA; 310.314.8448
Earth Day Festival At Aquarium Of The Pacific
Celebrate the earth at the Aquarium of the Pacific’s family-friendly 15th Annual Earth Day Festival, where you can participate in hands-on demos, learn tips for protecting the environment, and more. Saturday & Sunday, 9 am-5 pm; Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way; 562-590-3100
Food-Styling Workshop
Learn how to style your food like a pro from food stylist, photographer, and chef, Julie Lee of Julie’s Kitchen. After you pick a basketful of fresh produce courtesy of Summerland, Julie will help you create a delicious meal and snap the perfect shot of it, emphasizing expert composition, food-styling techniques, and color theory. Saturday, 2-5 pm; The Line Hotel, 3515 Wilshire Blvd.; 213.381.7411
SURFACE: Portraits of Street Artists
SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS is presenting SURFACE, an exhibition featuring portraits of street artists taken by Danish photographer, Søren Solkær. The images are part of a book project that began in 2012. For three years, Solkær traveled and photographed street artists in their element and showcasing them alongside their art in public spaces. The project culminated in a publication that serves as a portrait of many significant street artists in the contemporary art scene, as well as the genre’s pioneers. A selection of Solkær’s photographs will be on view alongside 14 unique collaborations by the following renowned artists: Aakash Nihalani, Above, Beau Stanton, Cyrcle, DabsMyla, Dan Witz, Jordan Seiler, Lee Quinones, Logan Hicks, Mark Bode, Rae, Risk, Saber, and Wolfbat. Opening Reception: Saturday, 8 – 10 pm; Exhibition: April 25 – May 30; 1331 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90026; 213.213.0078
Thousand Oaks Chili Cook-Off
The Annual Chili Cook off and Classic car show is filled with fun activities as well as music (Journey cover band), food and beverages. $12; Saturday, 11 am-9 pm; Conejo Creek Park South, Hwy 23 at Janss Rd. ($5 Parking Fee at Conejo Creek South)
The HALL Cabernet Cookoff
In its sixth year, this event is featuring an all-star line-up of both Napa Valley and San Francisco-based chef teams. Chef teams will compete before a panel of all-star judges including Ken Frank, Virginie Boone, Ian White and Lars Kronmark, for a local charity of their choice by creating small bites paired with HALL 2012 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. 100% of proceeds from ticket sales and 100% of donations made online and from sponsors will go directly to charities. You get to taste farm-to-table dishes from each chef team paired with HALL wine and then vote on your favorite for the People’s Choice Award. $80, $125/VIP (private access to the Bergfeld Loft, VIP service of limited production HALL Bergfeld wine, catered food pairings); Saturday, 11 am – 2 pm; HALL St., Helena – The Great Lawn, 401 St. Helena Hwy. South, St. Helena, CA 94574; 707.967.2626
Beverly Hills Bar Association’s 27th Annual “Vintage Bouquet” Food and Wine Tasting Event
Incredible food, amazing wine and a spectacular setting makes this one of the BHBA’s signature events and recipient of the coveted “Best of Beverly Hills Award.” Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and desserts prepared by some of Los Angeles’ best restaurants and chefs paired with tastings from California’s top wineries, spirit and beverage companies. Other highlights include live and silent auctions, musical entertainment and a VIP Cocktail and Martini Lounge. Proceeds benefit the Beverly Hills Bar Foundation’s pro bono legal services, including free monthly legal clinics and programs for elementary school students to teach tolerance and equality, among others. $200; Sunday, noon-4 pm; 905 Loma Vista Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.601.2242
The Godfather at The Los Angeles Theatre
This theatre is rarely open to the public and it has soaring ceilings, gold leaf angels, and a cascading crystal fountain. Watch Francis Ford Coppola’s portrait of an American Mafia family and Pacino’s rise from good boy of the family to a gangster is one of the most compelling roles of all time. Sip cocktails, enjoy the live band, full bars and a Cinespia Photobooth. DJs Zach Cowie and Elijah Wood spin records upstairs in the beautiful grand lobby. Jacket and tie recommended for men, 40s attire or evening wear for women. $24 – 60; Saturday, doors: 7 pm, movie: 8:30 pm; 615 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
Craft & Folk Art Museum’s 3rd Annual Vintage Marketplace
This museum has some of the best shopping in the city. Shop the “bargain-hunting paradise” that will feature unique clothes, accessories, textiles, jewelry, and more, courtesy of local collectors. Admission is free and all proceeds benefit the museum, so you officially have no excuse not to go. Sunday, 12-5 pm; Craft & Folk Art Museum, 5814 Wilshire Blvd.; 323.937.4230
Dee Ocleoppo Pop Up
American designer Tommy Hilfiger’s wife, Dee, is showcasing a new range for her Dee Ocleppo bag label that is very Cali-style. Shop it at her exclusive trunk show this weekend at her pop-up at Saks Beverly Hills. Friday-Sunday, 10 am-7 pm; 9600 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA
Jerome C. Rousseau‘s Pop Up
spectacular footwear creations in the flesh, listen up. This Friday, April 24th and Saturday, April 25th, the adorable Canadian-born, LA-based designer is hosting his first-ever pop-up shop, location at 9411 South Santa Monica Boulevard between Beverly Drive and Canon Drive in Beverly Hills. Rousseau tells us that the space will feature champagne, snacks, a full range of his celebrity-adoredshoes, and even jewelry from local label Randall Scott. Bonus: In addition to scoring 20% off on select styles at the pop-up, Friday through Sunday shoppers can take advantage of the same discount onlinewhen they enter promo code POPUP at checkout. Sweet! Saturday, 10 am-7 pm; 9411 S Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Artisanal LA
The showcase features small-batch, handmade food, drink and wares from over 150 local food vendors and chefs. Highlights include a DIY bitters station, leather-coaster-making workshop, home coffee brewing demos, and a milk and cookies corner. Meet authors, chefs and check out art installations, panels, and workshops. $12+/presale, $15/door; Saturday & Sunday; 1933 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Sales:
Juan Carlos Obando Sample Sale
LA designer Juan Carlos Obando is loved by celebs all over our city. Not only will you shop his amazing clothing, but get a rare look inside his studio because the sale is held at the designer’s Silver Lake studio. Saturday, 10 am-4 pm; 201 N Westmoreland Ave (Buzz #113), Los Angeles, CA 90004; email rsvp@jcobando.com
Stella 9
Get deep discounts on the globally-conscious brand’s bags, footwear, and accessories during the sale at Jena Weir showroom. Friday, 9 am-4 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St., Suite 301, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
CA Market Center
Save 50-80% off labels like Corey Lynn Calter; Young, Fabulous & Broke; tons of contemporary brands; and more during the sale at California Market Center. Saturday, 10-3:30 pm; 110 E 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90079; 213.630.3600
Trina Turk
Snag the LA designer’s colorful women’s and men’s apparel, swimwear, and accessories starting at $20 during the three-day sample sale at her West Third Street boutique. Friday, 7 am-7 pm, Saturday, 9 am-7 pm, Sunday, 10 am-5 pm; 8008 W. Third St., Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.651.1382
Rebecca Minkoff
Enjoy 70% off on the designer’s bestselling bags, ready-to-wear, shoes, and accessories during the sample sale. Friday, 11 am-8 pm, Saturday, 11 am-7 pm, and Sunday, 12-6 pm; 4661 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.661.9010
Monrow
Score up to 75% off the LA basics brand’s spring and summer classics, fall/resort, and men’s collections during the two-day sample sale. Friday, 9 am-5 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Fet the LA basics brand’s apparel for $20 and under during the one-day sale at the New Mart building. Friday; 127 E 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Lovers + Friends, NBD, and Tularosa
Enjoy discounts on clothing from cult-fave labels Lovers + Friends, NBD, and Tularosa during the three-day sample sale in DTLA. Friday & Saturday; 2301 E 7th St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
Objects Without Meaning Sample Sale
This week’s sample sale will be held at Alexandra Michelle’s DTLA studio. The event will have up to 80% off on all of Michelle’s past collections, as well as tons of denim. All sizes will be available. Friday, 10 am-5 pm; 120 E 8th St., #201, Los Angeles, CA 90014
OTTE x Calamigos
Get 70-90% off luxe labels like MSGM, Clover Canyon, Current/Elliott, Mara Hoffman, OTTE New York, Missoni Home, and more (with some items as low as $40) during OTTE’s Calamigos Ranch boutique blowout sale; store hours here. Through Sunday (Next week, Thursday-Sunday); 327 Latigo Canyon Rd., Malibu, CA 90265
A List Sample Sale
Snag 20% off all leather jackets, boots, and furs during the luxury boutique’s end-of-season sale. Friday & Saturday; 1080 South La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035
California Market Center
Get major deals on women’s, men’s, and kids’ clothing; furniture; home goods; and more from a host of showrooms during the California Market Center’s monthly sample sale. Friday, 9 am-3 pm; 110 E 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90079; 213.630.3600
Alice + Olivia
Get 25% off site-wide at the NY-based brand’s Melrose flagship during the friends & family sale. Friday-Sunday; 8501 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Fashion Industry Guild Charity Sale
Snag discounts on clothing, footwear, bags, jewelry, and more from Trina Turk, Lanston tees, Heidi Merrick, Rory Becca, Raquel Allegra, and many others during the charity sample sale hosted by the Fashion Industries Guild. Friday, 9 am-4 pm, Saturday, 10-3 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Halston
Get up to 70% off the iconic label’s ready-to-wear, dresses, and handbags during its one-day sample sale. The blowout returns every last Friday of the month through May. Friday, 9 am-4 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St., 6th Fl, Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Curio Los Angeles
Take 50-80% off labels like Echo + Air, Only Hearts, Grey City shoes, and more during the boutique’s closing sale. Now through Thursday, April 30; 125 W 5th St., Los Angeles, CA 90013; 213.293.7068
Calvin Rucker
Get the celeb-faved LA label’s bras and undies for $15; tees, skirts, and shorts for $25; blouses and jackets for $40; dresses, denim, and pants for $45; coats for $65; and leather pieces for $80 during the sample sale in DTLA. Friday, 10 am-6 pm; 704 S Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90014
