Cheap Chix LA Weekend: Dec 7 - 9

This weekend is full of holiday cheer and shopping, including a few freebies J Enjoy a girls’ night out ice-skating or take the family to a holiday boat parade! There are even a few boozy jaunts for the crew.

Friday, December 7, 2012

After work, cruise on over to Barsha Wines for the Holiday Ice Wine and Chocolate Pairing Event in Manhattan Beach. Tickets are only $17. Hurry!

If you’re going to be in Glendale, maybe the kid in you wants to listen to some storytelling at 
The Barnes & Noble at the Americana, where a celebrity cast will perform a live, interactive story time event, Elfbot. The new original Christmas book performance features Jane Lynch (Glee), Mark Hamill (Star Wars), Jim Cummings (Winnie the Pooh) and Kenny G, among others.

Feeling like a white Christmas in LA? Then slide into one of these Ice Skating in LA options.

Saturday, December 8, 2012

For those who are looking for some unique shopping events, check out Threads & Things 1-yr Anniversary Trunk Show  in Hollywood featuring local and independent designers, 4th Street Annual Holiday Open House in Long Beach with food trucks and free gift wrapping, or the District La Brea Holiday Block Party with special sales and free parking.

If you’re in a creative mood, there’s the Galaxy: Science. Art. Party, a space-themed art show in the LA Mart, complete with an interactive solar system, art installations, live music, and food. Admission starts at $11.

After all that mad lady shopping, you need to get pampered in Silver Lake at the Pamper Me Spa Party & RWE Benefit. Remember to RSVP!

Later in the evening, enjoy one of the boat parades around town with the Guide to LA Holiday Boat Parades.

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Today brings you more sales if you’re still working on that holiday gift list.  On the east side, it’s the Mohawk Holiday Market or in Hollywood, peruse the Mohawk Holiday Market.

After, relax with some Beer & Ice Cream Floats in Redondo Beach or German festive delights at the Wirtshaus 2^nd Annual Holiday Market.

Cheap Chix L.A. December 4th - 6th: Gaming, 50 cent booze and Tree Lighting Events

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

After work, scoot to Downtown LA to The Spice Table for a Singaporean/Vietnamese dinner and then to MOCA for Zocalo Public Square’s “Will Gaming Change the Way We Learn?”.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Today is Repeal Day, the day we commemorate the end of Prohibition! Enjoy some 50-cent cocktails and other special prices on booze at these celebrations. Or if you’re on the west side of town, stop by the Holiday Blogger Event at 7 For All Mankind at the Santa Monica Place Mall, but remember to RSVP first!

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Now, you’re probably already in the holiday spirit and you can enjoy some of the holiday festivities in Culver City, West 3^rd Street (with after party), West Hollywood, or El Segundo. Plus, there's more holiday cheer this weekend! Stay tuned...

Cheap Chix LA Weekend: Nov 16th - 18th

Friday, November 16, 2012

Still looking for those gourmet delights for your Thanksgiving dinner? Well you’re in luck because Epicure Imports in North Hollywood is having its warehouse sale! You can sample some of their products and get a chance to win some raffle prizes!

Then you can also do some clothes shopping at the Lucca Couture $10 Warehouse Sale or hit up the Accessory Jealousy event, admission starts at $20. 

Round out the evening with a lovely French dinner at the grand opening of Dominique’s Kitchen in Redondo Beach. Celebrating this French comfort food eatery’s debut with free glasses of champagne and raffle prizes.

Saturday, November 17, 2012

You’re in need of a sugar rush to get you started! Try free cupcakes at the grand opening of Georgetown Cupcake in Beverly Hills, starting at noon.

While still riding the wave of your sugar high, head to the Vertigo Paris sample sale at the Downtown location on 9^th Street. There’s also the 1^st Annual Blind Wine Tasting Soiree, a fundraiser for the Young Dreams Association in Altadena. It’s $15 for an event ticket.

That night, check out Circle Up at The Virgil (formerly Little Temple) for some roots and soul music from around the world.

Sunday, November 18, 2012

It’s Target Free Sunday at the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) in Long Beach from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with tours, workshops, and story time. Then if you’re a “vinyl junkie”, head to Alex’s Bar on Anaheim Street for the monthly record swap.

The east side has the “20/20 Vision” – 20^th Annual Arroyo Arts Collective Discovery Tour from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  It’s a self-guided auto tour of over 100 artists in homes and studios in Highland Park, Eagle Rock, and Mount Washington areas.  Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 the day of the tour.

West side afternoon means art buying at Big Sunday’s Art/Craft II, part of the Monthly on Melrose event. Then head to Busby’s on Wilshire for the Big Quiz Thing for $10 admission and there’s a $200 prize.

Cheap Chix L.A: November 13th - 15th

After the long for weekend for some, this week brings anniversary specials, fashion events and sales, and comedy!

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Today until November 21^st, the Italian eatery, Franco on Melrose, is celebrating its first year with a birthday bash and providing free appetizers.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Also, for this week Kaboom Jamaican Restaurant is ringing in its first year with specials.

Later in the evening, join Filter Foundry for Art House Nights at 7:00 p.m., featuring digital art by top designers and artists.  Or maybe the fellas would be interested in Maden Noir’s fashion pop up.  If you’re in Studio City, there’s the launch of viewing party for the Staci Harris Show at 8:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 15, 2012

 

Start your morning off with a free sausage biscuit at Carl’s Jr., available from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.!

Today are a few more anniversaries for Main Barre in Downtown, Alpha Venice, and RA Sushi.   If you want to get an early start on holoiday shopping, there are a few sample sales this week in Downtown and a Holiday Extravaganza in Palos Verdes.

For your evening entertainment pleasure, check out the Super Serious Show at Café Fais Do-Do or Party Like a Fashion Blogger.

Cheap Chix LA Weekend: Nov 9th - Nov 11th

Friday, November 9, 2012

 After all of the election hoopla, the confetti has now settled and we’re on this Veteran’s Day weekend. There are plenty of options to treat our heroes (or yourself) this weekend with some special offers.

Why not take a vet shopping at the Geren Ford Sample Sale that ends today at 8:00 p.m. in Hollywood? Or maybe said vet would love to also check out the Splendid and Ella Moss Warehouse sale today or Saturday. This evening, Tanzore in Beverly Hills is celebrating Divali, the Indian celebration of lights, with a 3-course meal and entertainment, including Bollywood dancers for only $49.

Saturday, November 10, 2012

 You could start Saturday off with 10:30 a.m. yoga and a beer at The Pub at Golden Road. It’s only $10 which includes the beer. Bring your yoga mat, a towel, and a block (optional). Also, vegan breakfast items will be available for purchase.  Then on to shop some more at the Novis Trunk Show from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in West Hollywood.

Sunday, November 11, 2012

 Today, there’s a vegan chili cook-off in Burbank, where you get to taste each chili for only $10 total.  Or if you prefer, you could enjoy a free day (or the whole weekend) in the Santa Monica Mountains or in the Channel Islands because the national parks are offering free admission for the weekend and Monday in honor of Veteran’s Day.

Also, make sure your favorite vet knows about these freebies. Happy Veterans’ Day!

Cheap Chix Weekend: November 1st - 4th

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Now that Halloween has come and gone, you still have a few fun options this week.  How about a few Dia de los Muertos shin digs? If you’re done with all of the holidays for the month, check out AFI Fest, where you can see up to 12 movies for free.  There’s also wine tasting in Manhattan Beach or food trucks on Melrose.

Friday, November 2, 2012

This is the first Friday of the month. You know what that means? Food trucks in Venice or Westchester neighborhoods.

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Start your day off with a nature walk tour.  Today also brings you organic beef hot dogs at Beachy Cream in Santa Monica. Did I mention that they are gratis to the first 100 customers? They open at 11:00 a.m., so hurry! 

Get a dose of culture at LACMA this weekend when admission is free to BofA and Merrill Lynch cardholders. 

If you’re looking to add a few new pieces to your home, but you’re on a tight budget, then check out this one-day Furniture and Home Décor Warehouse Floor Sample Sale. 

Then there’s Designer Con in Pasadena with collectible toys, designer apparel, and art with urban, underground, pop twist!

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Don’t forget to fall back with your clocks! Today is the last day of the long daylight hours.  You can spend this time at the Pink Taco Sunset Strip Sunday Funday with happy hour, raffles, and bottomless mimosas! Alternatively, there are sober, cultural options Downtown LA with the Flashfest at Grand Park in the afternoon or Patchwork’s Indie Arts and Crafts Festival in Culver City.

Later in the evening, check out this spoken word comedy show in NoHo. Then go home, relax and get ready for what the new week has to offer J

Cheap Chix LA Weekend: Oct 26th - 28th

Friday, October 26, 2012

 

Friday you can also Drink for Humanity at the Perch in Downtown LA from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.  Participate in this happy hour series that benefits Habitat for Humanity.

Celebrate Halloween in a different format, hip hop karaoke in Pasadena. No cover and drink specials! The producers of Paranormal Activity have a little treat for you: The Blumhouse of Horrors in Downtown LA. Tickets start at $32. Or there’s a sexy dance show in North Hollywood with the Lalas Burlesque Halloween show at the Federal Bar, starting at $15. The LBC frightens you with Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary. $24 admission or discount tickets for $12 here.

If you’re in the mood for some live music, Shanice (remember “I Love Your Smile”) is sangin’ at Stevie’s Creole Café in Encino on Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets are $20.

Saturday, October 27, 2012

 

The afternoon brings you a Halloween Pub Crawl in Santa Monica that doesn’t end until 9:00 p.m. Discount tickets are up for grabs. For a more G-rated excursion, try the 15^th Annual Harvest Festival in Woodland Hills or the Westchester Halloween Town Fair. Then For Your Art will be hosting a day featuring artists’ books and free cookies from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. when different cookies from 9 of L.A.’s best cookies will be served and experts provide presentations about the production of artists’ books .

Now, back to the booze…enjoy cash bar, live art, complimentary food and raffle prizes at Barsha Wines and Spirits in Manhattan Beach from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m!

Wrap up the night by “celebrating and empowering… Black women to self-identify as dynamic, expressive, and nurturing contributors to society” in Black Women: State of the Union – Taking Flight, 8:00 p.m at the Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz. Uh oh, you just got “hooked up”.

Sunday, October 28, 2012

 

Start off your last day off at Joe’s Restaurant in Venice. Now, it’s bottomless $10 mimosas for Saturdays and Sundays.  For the rest of the day, check out the Tenth Muse Festival at Café Club Fais Do-Do, celebrating women’s art in song, dance, dramatic performance, written word, and more! song, dance, dramatic performance, written word, and more! song, dance, dramatic performance, written word, and more!song, dance, dramatic performance, written word, and more! Admission is $15.

Cheap Chix LA Weekend: Oct 19th - 21st

All weekend

Visitation Carnival is Friday through Sunday in Westchester. Free Admission! Rides, prizes, and games, oh my!

Beverly Hills ArtShow from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday in Beverly Gardens Park on Santa Monica Blvd. Over 250 exhibitors will display and sell their work. There will also be food trucks, beer garden, and food trucks.
 

Deep in Downtown LA, there’s the Brewery Art Walk from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Free admission and parking! This is a dynamic community of artists and the venue is pretty cool too!

Friday, October 19, 2012

Tonight is your chance to “get off the wall” and party down with Dope LA at Naya Lounge in Silver Lake. No cover and $7 drink specials (I repeat $7 drink specials!). Naya’s drinks are a must-try. Plus, the party doesn’t end until 3:30 a.m. or something like that ;-) Awesome venue with awesome music events! 

DigDeep is hosting its Launch Party is another party in Downtown LA with $40 admission tickets at Kesspro Studios. Funds benefit the DigDeep to benefit clean water projects in South Sudan. Enjoy open bar, small plates, music by Kingsley and DJ Gaston Sanchez, along with silent auction, innovative project exhibits, and photographs.

Saturday, October 20, 2012

South Bay, start your day off with a complimentary yoga class at 10:00 a.m. by YogaWorks at the Whole Foods in El Segundo.

Later, Taste of Soul LA gets it crackin’ on Crenshaw (between Stocker and Rodeo Rd.) featuring delightful soul food with the music to match. Performances by Eric Benet, Brooke Valentine, Johnny Gill, and many more! Food by Harold & Belles, M&M Soul Food, and Fresh & Meaty Burgers, among others! Festival is from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with free entry!

Hey Valley peeps! I like totally haven’t forgotten about you! North Hollywood Farmers Market is in full swing from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pick up some fresh dates, pomegranate, and chili peppers for the week!

Sunday, October 21, 2012

The Sherman Oaks Street Fair, L.A.’s largest block party is from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

For the outdoor-inclined on the east side, the Pasadena Hiking Pacers are meeting at 7:00 a.m. to hike to Jones Peak.  That’s 6.6 miles!

Or if you just wanna wander around the city, the 2^nd Annual Found LA: Festival of Neighborhoods is starting at 9:00 a.m. and going until 4:00 p.m. Features free tours throughout the day of some of L.A.’s most dynamic, cultural neighborhoods including Little Ethiopia, Koreatown, and Eagle Rock, plus more! Register online!

If you’re into photography as a hobby or trade, you may be interested in participating in Photographers Night at the Aquarium of the Pacific. For $24.95, the Aquarium will be open to you this evening, allowing you space without the normal crowds to get those dream shots. Register now! Spots are filling up quickly.

Rocktoberfest, Politics, and Booze...Repeat: Oct 16th - Oct 18th

All Week

 

Party on at Rocktoberfest with live entertainment and  food and beer tastings brought to you by Wolfgang Puck and Gene Simmons from KISS at L.A. Live. Each night this week until Sunday will be packed with festivities!

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Tonight is the 2^nd round of Obama vs. Romney and you can watch them go head to head at The Association in Downtown LA for the 2^nd Presidential Debate Viewing Party. Doors open at 5:00 pm and Debate starts at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy drink and food specials from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., including $5 craft beers, $5 small plates, and $6 signature cocktails. RSVP here.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

It’s Monthly Margarita Day at Acapulco Mexican Restaurant will serve you! Indulge in $2 margaritas all day (or maybe just after work)! Downtown Culver City 3^rd Wednesdays brings you Oktoberfest from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Select Culver City merchants are providing free samples of beer, sausage, and other treats. If you want to make it a Wine Wednesday, then taste 7 different wines from the Rioja, Spain region for free at Discover 7 New Reasons to Love Rioja Wine at Total Wine & More at the Thousand Oaks or Northridge location from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. RSVP now!

Thursday, October 18, 2012

I hope you’re not too tired (or hungover)  from all those lush activities on hump day because you wouldn’t want to miss The Super Serious Show with Sean Patton along with other comics at Café Club Fais Do-Do from 7:00 p.m to 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $13 pre-sale or $20 at the door. Plus there’ll be a food truck, free wine, and free beer!

Cheap Chix Weekend: Oct 12th - 14th

Friday, October 12

Tonight at 7:00 p.m., free yoga flow class and movie with Lululemon Athletica and The Americana at Brand. Yoga class starts at 7:00 p.m. on The Green, followed by a screening of Twilight at 8:00 p.m.

To get your arts fix, Pasadena is hosting the 7^th Annual Pasadena ArtWeekend. It’s five arts events in 3 days, all for free.  From 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. is the first affair, ArtNight Pasadena, when 16 cultural institutions are free of charge including the Art Center College of Design, the Norton Simon Museum, and Kids’ Space Museum.

Saturday, October 13

All day is the Piece Fest, a celebration of music and street art in Downtown LA and executive produced by David Arquette. Admission starts at $30. Proceeds benefit Pico Union Housing Corp and Graff Lab.

Also in Downtown at 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.,  Terrance Simien Zydeco Experience will be at the Music Center .  Learn while dancing about the Louisiana Creole culture through this free event and enjoy traditional food, which will be available for purchase.

Continue east of Downtown for the Folk Art Walk in Highland Park from  4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.  This walk will help you find out more about how the Highland Park neighborhood has developed over the past decade. RSVP at RSVP@CAFAM.org. Then from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., stick around for the North East LA Art Walk.

Pasadena ArtWeekend has three events today, the Art of Food from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Art Walk from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and ArtRythm from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 14

From 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pasadena ArtWeekend concludes with Old Pasadena Cultural Dance Festival celebrating dance and cuisine from around the world. 

Weekday Fun: October 8th - October 11th

Monday, October 8^th

You feel like laughing? I feel like laughing. Let’s go for some free comedy show at Hollywood Studio Bar & Grill at 8:00 p.m.! No cover charge! 

Tuesday, October 9^th

More laughs coming your way from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. with an alternative comedy show at Hollywood Studio Bar & Grill with free parking and drink specials! Two drink minimum - $4 tequila shots and $5 margaritas all night long! I’m smiling already J

Or if you're in the South Bay, check out Abigaile in Hermosa Beach for free food and beer tastings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 10^th

So yesterday you were feeling funny and today you’re feeling artsy. Well that’s perfect because you can hit up Wine Wednesdays Downtown L.A. from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a free wine tasting and then attend Art House Nights at Palihouse in West Hollywood after from 7:00 p.m to 2:00 a.m.!  This monthly event will feature the photography of Terry O’Neill with pics available for purchase. Don’t forget to RSVP now!

Thursday, October 11^th

Thursday brings a little fashion for the season! From 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Bloomingdales and Angeleno Magazine bring you a male fashion event at the Beverly Center Bloomingdale’s Men’s store. “New York Nights” celebrates the west coast debut of the South American label, Etiqueta Negra. Look forward to music by Whitely Heights, mixology by Blind Barber, and bites by Italy (the country lol). RSVP to RSVPLA@ModernLuxury.com by Tuesday, October 9^th!

Cheap Chix LA Weekend: October 5 - October 12, 2012

All Weekend

IndieCade Festival is an independent video and board game festival this weekend in Culver City.  Admission starts at $20, but there are discounts available if you go Metro and there are even a few free events (no admission free required) during the fest.

L.A. Korean Festival in Korea Town this weekend with singing and dance contests, B-boy competition, and flash mob, among other festivities.

Friday, October 5, 2012

First Fridays at Abbot Kinney is tonight and this month has art receptions in addition to a party (RSVP required), live painting, and extended happy hour.

Peachy Keen free comedy show , 8:00 p.m. at Bar Lubitsch in West Hollywood.

Saturday, October 6, 2012

Get Your Hands Dirty with the Arts, part of USC’s Visions and Voices Series, gives you the opportunity to participate in an all-day festival with hands on art, architetcture, music, and dance workshops, facilitated by USC’s faculty. RSVP is required.

If you go further east, there’s the Eagle Rock Music Festival from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Suggested donations is $10.

Sunday, October 7, 2012

I bet you thought block parties ended with the summer season. But, there’s Ciclavia, L.A.’s huge block party. Miles and miles of the city’s streets will be blocked off to car traffic, leaving the streets open for walking, biking, skating, and skateboarding. This event will feature hubs in Exposition Park, Chinatown, Boyle Heights, among other neighborhoods. Also, check out the architecture guide of the route.

The Abbot Kinney Music Festival is on Sunday in Venice. It’s an annual festival that celebrates the eclectic energy of the Abbot Kinney neighborhood. Look forward to live music, local artisan crafts, food, and a commitment to environmental friendliness.

If you were wondering which region, Oaxaca or Puebla, has the best mole, check out Feria de los Moles on Olvera Street in Downtown LA from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. You’ll get to sample various moles. Admission is gratis and boletos, tickets in ingles, can be purchased on site for food.

Cheap Chix LA Weekend: September 21st - 23rd

Friday, Sep 21

Yo Eastsiders! Stop by Atwater Village Farm, where Secret Squirrel, a new coffee company, will be serving free iced coffee drinks. Then head to Westchester for Back to School Food Truck Night 
from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 
Grub on 15+ food trucks, enjoy live music, beer, desserts, face painting, kids movies, hoop dancing and more at the Visitation school grounds.

Saturday, Sep 22

Start your day bright and early with free yoga at the Getty Center. RSVP by 5:00 p.m. today! After getting centered and enjoying the exhibits, experience Autumn Lights at Pershing Square at 6:00 p.m. Or if you prefer something more low-key, check out Got a Girl Crush launch party, celebrating the popular magazine blog’s second print edition at the Myrtle in Echo Park with refreshments and free cocktails from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.  Wanna see a great poetry performance? Saul Williams is at Hotel Café at 7:00 pm; $20 or $18 students.

Sunday, Sep 23

Villains Tavern Presents: Chicken & Pancakes Sundays
 in Downtown LA has 
 with live music. Celebrate brunch on the patio with drink specials. Grub on fried chicken and pancakes smothered with maple syrup.

The Beauty of the Barrel, as part of LA Beer Week in 
Santa Monica from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Ten breweries all be pouring barrel-aged beer, but four distillers will be bringing barrel-aged spirits. Attendees get unlimited pours of beer. Tickets are just $40 and are limited to 125. Also, there’s the 2nd Annual Craft for Crap
 in Koreatown
. Bring a crappy beer to Beer Belly’s 2nd Annual Craft for Crap event, and you’ll get a local craft beer for just one cent!

Friday – Saturday

On Friday and Saturday, Chocolate & Art Show , the show that features underground artists with art, nude body painting, and chocolate. Mmmmmm J

Friday – Sunday

Elvino Wine Tastings on Abbot Kinney has $10 wine tastings on Fridays, starting at 5:00 p.m. and then on Saturdays and Sundays at 1:00 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday

Around the Clock: 24 Hour Donut City II starts Saturday at noon and goes until Sunday at noon. This Sunday at 10:30 a.m., ForYourArt will be hosting a donut panel that occurs simultaneously with their 24-hour donut pop-up. LACMA and For Your Art coordinated these events to promote Christian Marclay's screening of "The Clock," which will be showing across the street at the LACMA'S Bing Theater. Every 2 hours, a new set of donuts from LA’s best donut shops will be offered for free at the ForYourArt space! Admission is free too!

Theatrical plays, music festival, and silent auction is how the Lankershim Block Party does it on Saturday in North Hollywood. Suggested donation starts at $10 for a single event up to $60 for an all access pass.