The Weekend Guide

the americans by robert frank!
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Niña, Pinta, Santa Maria, let’s do this.

SNAP SNAP
The Americans and Beat Poetry
What:
One-day intensive poetry writing workshop inspired by Robert Frank’s legendary portfolio and the literary cats of the time.
Why: Just in the nik of time.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.
Where: MOCA, 250 S. Grand Ave., at 3rd St., Downtown. To register, call 213-621-1745 or e-mail education@moca.org.

PARTY
Genesis for The Art of Elysium
What:
A benefit night of live music, DJs, art, and jazzy perks like a complimentary jean bar by Current/Elliott and a pop-up bar by NYC import Death & Co.
Why: Just be cause.
When: Sat., 8:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: HD Buttercup, 3225 Helms Ave., b/t Venice & Washington Blvds., Culver City.

EAT
Umami Burger East
What:
Truffle, Manly, Hatch, and the other bun buddies’ new Asian-inspired home with Japanese beer bar Salaryman right next door.
Why: Your two sense — plus three more.
When: Daily, 11 a.m.-midnight.
Where: 4655 Hollywood Blvd., b/t Vermont Ave. & Rodney Dr., Los Feliz (323-669-3922).

BLT Steak Cookout
What:
Build your own $35 plates of grilled meats (smoky ribs, burgers), classic sides (cornbread, grilled asparagus), chopped salad, and dessert (blueberry pie, strawberry sundae).
Why: Hit the deck.
When: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.
Where: 8720 Sunset Blvd., at Sherbourne Dr., Sunset Plaza (310-360-1950).

BUY
Coco de Mer Circus Sale

What: Discounts of up to 75 percent on the signature line of lingerie as well as Damaris, Fleur T., La Perla, and others.
Why: Get your knickers in a twist.
When: Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 8618 Melrose Ave., b/t Huntley & Westbourne Drs., West Hollywood (310-652-0311).

Flea Market by Taku
What:
Japanese housewares, gift items, and handmade knicknackery for the taking at the cash-only patio sale.
Why: Save by a hare.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Tortoise General Store, 1208 Abbot Kinney Blvd., at Aragon Ct., Venice (310-314-8448).

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Location
MOCA Grand Avenue
250 S Grand Ave
@ 3rd St
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-621-2766
HD Buttercup
3225 Helms Ave
bt Venice & Washington Blvds
Los Angeles, CA 90034
8618 Melrose Ave
bt Huntley & Westbourne Drs
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-652-0311
8720 W Sunset Blvd
bt Sherbourne & Sunset Plz Drs
West Hollywood, CA 90069
310-360-1950
1208 Abbot Kinney Blvd
@ Aragon Ct
Venice, CA 90291
310-314-8448
4655 Hollywood Blvd
bt Prospect Ave & Rodney Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-669-3922
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