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Monday:

Pitchoun! Bakery’s AIDS Red Ribbon
In honor of the AIDS Walk Los Angeles and AIDS Awareness Month, Pitchoun! Bakery has created a limited-edition baguette to raise funds for those affected by AIDS. The baguette, formed into the shape of the AIDS Red Ribbon will be sold at the bakery and 50% of all proceeds from the Benefit Baguette will be donated to the AIDS Walk Los Angeles and APLA Health. Through Thursday; 545 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Erbaviva at Le Pop-Up
The next time you find yourself shopping along Abbot Kinney, check out Erbaviva at Le Pop-Up. Joined by a group of artisanal fashion and accessories brands, the organic skin and personal care line is now one of the featured designers during Le Pop-Up’s October/November show. Meaning “living herbs” in Italian, Erbaviva was born in LA in 1996 as an organic skincare line and built on principles of working in harmony with nature and giving back to the global community. Founders Robin Brown and Anna Cirronis channeled their passion for pure ingredients to start the brand when they realized there were no healthy, organic products on the market that were safe enough for even a baby’s highly delicate and absorbent skin. Today, the Erbaviva collection features re-vamped Mommy-to-Be and Baby lines, as well as a full range of organic deodorants, body washes and lotions, oils and more. Daily, 11 am-9 pm; 1108 Abbot Kinney, Venice, CA 90291

Tuesday:

Kai Poké Opens
Kai Poké is opening in the newly renovated El Camino Shopping Center which means you can get 50% off each bowl and a free drink to celebrate. Executive Chef Huntley See oversees Kai Poké’s menu, which highlights local, seasonal and sustainable poké bowls. Taking dietary restrictions into account, gluten-free sauces and vegan dishes are available. Signature Bowls include the Kai made with tuna, avocado, and Furikaki; Spicy Tuna made with spicy aioli, Hijiki, and Tobiko; Spicy Ponzu Tuna made with Hijiki, and avocado; Yuzu Miso Salmon made with white miso, edamame, and radish; Mango Albacore made with white miso, mango, toasted almonds, and avocado; Spicy Miso Salmon made with Fresno chili, and cucumber; Soy Glazed Cod made with Shishito Peppers, pickled ginger, and red onion; and Roasted Beets made with shredded kale, pickled ginger,  red onion, toasted almonds, and Macadamia nuts.  There is also the option to build your own bowl. Choices include: bases of white rice, brown rice, kale salad, or nacho style. Proteins include tuna, salmon, albacore, beets, and tofu; sauces include Kai sauce, spicy aioli, spicy miso, yuzu miso, ponzu, and spicy ponzu, along with toppings of crispy onions, cucumber, edamame, Fresno chili, Tobiko, garlic chips, toasted coconut, seaweed salad, mango, Serrano chili, shaved radish, shaved red onion, toasted almonds, and Furikake crumbs. Complement your meal with an iced tea brewed in-house. For dessert, Coolhaus ice cream sandwiches are available. Opens Tuesday, Opening deal: Tuesday & Wednesday, 11 am-10 pm; 23349 B Mulholland Dr, Woodland Hills, CA 91364

Ono Hawaiian BBQ’s Anniversary
Known for its island-inspired Hawaiian plates, One Hawaiian BBQ is celebrating 15 years in business this month with a celebratory luau that will feature giveaways, promotional offers and freebies! On Ono Hawaiian BBQ‘s anniversary, if you spend $15 on food and drink at regular price, you will receive $15 Ono Bucks. This is a one day deal so get it while it is hot! Additionally, Ono will also be offering a free tote bag with a $15 purchase, also while supplies last. Tuesday

Wednesday:

Del Frisco’s Grille Launches Elevated New Menu

Del Frisco’s Grille introduces exciting new menu with six new, crave-able items with the addition of more high-quality USDA Prime Steaks, new and expanded wines by the glass selections. Choices will now include Artichoke Beignets with a sweet basil dressing, fontina and shaved Parmesan cheese; Roasted Baby Beet Salad with whipped feta, sherry vinaigrette ($10.50); Quinn’s Filet Burger featuring a 6 oz. house made filet mignon patty, coffee braised pork shank with bacon ends, collards, toasted Sea Island red peas ($28.50); Fish & Chips with beer battered New England haddock and Pan Seared Scallops with goat cheese polenta, blistered tomato chermoula and pine nut gremolata ($34). The new menu will also highlight Del Frisco’s Grille’s heritage showcasing the Grille’s high-quality USDA Prime with steaks that includes an 18 oz. Bone In Prime Rib and a 14 oz. Bone In Filet Mignon. In addition, the Grille has launched a new Wines By The Glass program playing up the local California list with expanded varietals available by the glass including: Alta Luna Pinot Grigio, Miraval, Rosé, Peter Yealands, Sauvignon Blanc, Banfi, Chianti Classic Riserva, Schild Estate, Shiraz, Aquinas Cabernet Sauvignon. Wednesday; 1551 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA; 310.395.7333

Manuela‘s Chef’s Counter
Chef Wes Whitsell will be offering an intimate experience with the kitchen, preparing a multi-course tasting menu with an option for wine pairing. The menu will highlight seasonal ingredients with some even harvested from the on-sight Manuela gardens. The bar seats 6-10 people. $75, $50/wine pairing; Wednesday, 7 pm; reserve: 323.849.0480 or here.

Wonderstruck Advance Screening w/ Live Orchestra 
Be the first to see this stunningly gorgeous new film directed by Todd Haynes (Far From Heaven, Carol, Velvet Goldmine) starring Julianne Moore, with breakout performances by newcomers Millicent Simmonds and Oakes Fegley, and Jaden Michael. Based on Brian Selznick’s critically acclaimed novel, ‘‘Wonderstruck’’ follows Ben and Rose, children from two different eras who secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known, while Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook. When Ben discovers a puzzling clue in his home and Rose reads an enticing headline in the newspaper, both children set out on quests that unfold with mesmerizing symmetry. Oscar-nominated composer Carter Burwell (Carol, Fargo, Where the Wild Things Are) will conduct The Hollywood Cinematic Orchestra in a live performance of his score to Wonderstruck. This special advanced screening will feature a 38-person orchestra, which will perform the entire score as the film plays at the Theatre at Ace Hotel. First-come, first-serve. To help track attendance and limit waiting line size, you must get a ticket for ‘‘first-come, first-serve’’ admission. Your ticket does not guarantee you a seat. Free; Wednesday, doors: 6:30 pm, show: 8 pm; 
Cinespia at The Theatre at Ace Hotel DTLA, 929 Broadway, Los Angeles, CA

Thursday:

Pitchoun! Bakery Dessert & Wine Tasting
Pitchoun! will be hosting a fall dessert and wine pairing event. You will be able to select from three seasonal desserts, prepared from scratch using locally-sourced, organic ingredients, paired alongside three French wines. Enjoy live music, food/wine pairings and access Pitchoun!’s full café menu which includes small bites and shareable platters of selected dry meats and salami, cheeses, homemade terrines, antipasti selections and sweets. Thursday, 5-8 pm; 545 South Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

Paws & Planks
exhale and the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows present Unleash Your Fitness! You will be able to enjoy exhale’s signature flow yoga class with your favorite furry pals. The class will be complete with canine friendly poses that will help strengthen mind, body and tail! There will be a sunset ‘yappy’ hour  on the Sunset Terrace following the yoga flow class. They’ve also partnered  up with Wags & Walks to bring you the cutest adoptable fur babies along with a variety of Pet focused local brands. BYO: dog, mat and leash. Thursday, 5:30-7:30 pm; The Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows (101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401, sign up here

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