Los Angeles - August 03, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Just because it’s National Watermelon Day doesn’t mean you have to be so melon-dramatic.

DO
Awkward Family Dinner
What: Ali Waller hosts a night of stand-up comedy with Jessi Klein (Premium Blend, Best Week Ever), Lizzy Cooperman (The Comedy Store, Montreal Comedy Festival), and others.
Why: Laugh at them, not with them.
When: Sun., 7 p.m.
Where: Tangier, 2138 Hillhurst Ave., b/t Los Feliz Blvd. & Avocado St., Los Feliz (323-666-8666).

SEE
Thank You L.A.
What: Project Gallery want to shows you they care with a very special one-night show featuring more than 45 artists.
Why: You’re very welcome.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: 5016 Venice Blvd., b/t S. La Brea Ave. & S. Redondo Blvd., Culver City (310-666-9866).

BUY
Rachel Pally Sample Sale
What: Spring and fall samples and overstock between 50 and 80 percent off.
Why: Others Pal in comparison.
When: Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 5811 Matilija Ave., b/t Mammoth & Cantaloupe Aves., Van Nuys (323-669-1397).

EAT
Mar Vista Farmers Market
What: Shop for organic produce, flowers, prepared foods, and more on opening day.
Why: Great source of veggie-might.
When: Sun., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Grandview Blvd., b/t Venice Blvd. & Pacific Ave., Mar Vista (310-621-2966).

HEAR
Bloc Party
What: Post-punk rockers are joined by special guests Broken Social Scene and Mew.
Why: A musical chip off the old Bloc.
When: Thurs., 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Greek Theatre, 2700 N. Vermont Ave., at Aberdeen Ave., Los Feliz (323-665-5857) .