Get ready to rumble.
EXPERIENCE
L.A. Bloom Festival Family Day
What: Take arts and crafts to the next level with koi kites, fans, origami, and Japanese calligraphy during free workshops at JACCC’s inaugural event.
Why: Refine your sushi-rolling skills ($15) while the kiddos learn sumo wrestling moves from a three-time world champion.
When: Sat., noon-4 p.m.
Where: 244 S. San Pedro St., at E. Third St., Downtown.
SWEAT
Miles for Melanoma
What: Run (or walk) through Amityville Island from Jaws and Whoville during the blockbuster 5K fundraiser.
Why: All proceeds support research, education, and advocacy for melanoma.
When: Sun. Check in and registration, 6:30 a.m.; run, 7:30 a.m.
Where: Universal Studios Backlot, 100 Universal Center Dr., at Lankershim Blvd., Universal City. Registration (required) online at firstgiving.com.
PARTY
Los Angeles Modernism Opening Night Gala
What: The annual furniture and art show kicks off with a sneak peek of 20th-century treasures from around the world, an interactive mojito muddling bar, and celebrity hosts like Rachel Bilson, Courteney Cox, and Aaron Sorkin.
Why: Proceeds benefit P.S. Arts. And DailyCandy readers get a free raffle ticket for a three-night getaway with every Collectors’ ticket purchased online.
When: Fri. Collectors’ hour, 6 p.m.; cocktail party, 7 p.m.
Where: Barker Hangar, 3021 Airport Ave., Santa Monica. Tickets ($150-$750) online at psarts.org.
SLICE
Two Boots
What: The Big Apple pizza joint opens its second L.A. location next to The Orpheum, serving innovative cornmeal-crust pies. Sure, there’s delivery, but we recommend saddling up to the outdoor counter for optimal people-watching.
Why: Named after the legendary 1930s burlesque star Sally Rand, the exclusive new pie is a saucy combo of hot coppa, tasso ham, provolone, mozzarella, and piquant sauce.
When: Mon. & Tues., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Wed. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight; Fri., 11 a.m.-2:30 a.m.; Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2:30 a.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: 826 S. Broadway, b/t W. Eighth & W. Ninth Sts., Downtown (213-623-2100).
SHOP
Apt2B Pop-Up
What: Local online furnishings shop transforms Alpha’s old space into a temporary boutique stocked with loft-friendly furniture, decor, and housewares curated by Design on a Dime’s Frank Harker.
Why: Happy hour discounts every Fri., 3-7 p.m.
When: Thru May. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 8654 Melrose Ave., at Norwich Dr., West Hollywood.
Photo: Courtesy of USA Sumo








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