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DO
Cirque du So Lame
What: A night of Bob Baker and his marionettes; David Liebe Hart; Alfonso the Giant Easter Bunny; and a whole slew of gypsies, sideshows, carny food, and more.
Why: They’re not clowning around.
When: Fri., 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: Royal/T, 8910 Washington Blvd., b/t Robertson & National Blvds., Culver City (310-559-6300). Circus-inspired attire encouraged.
READ
Ablutions: Notes for a Novel
What: Patrick deWitt’s debut tome offers the story of a bartender at an old Hollywood watering hole, his barflies, his world outside, and the rich decline of it all.
Why: Life, on the rocks.
When: You’re feeling bookish.
Where: Online at indiebound.org.
BUY
Rachel Pally Sample Sale
What: Pre-spring ’09, holiday ’08, fall ’08, and all previous collections (including cashmere) at 50-80 percent off retail.
Why: New jersey state of mind.
When: Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Additional dates, Apr. 17-19.
Where: 2301 E. Seventh St., between Anderson & Santa Fe Sts., ste. c100, Downtown.
SEE
Celestial Ash: Assemblages from Los Angeles
What: Kristine McKenna curates an exhibit of collages, installations, and found object pieces from L.A. art scene fixtures to pay homage to the legacy of Joseph Cornell.
Why: It’s a cosmic thing.
When: Sat.-Sept. 13. Tues., Wed. & Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Craft and Folk Art Musuem, 5814 Wilshire Blvd., b/t S. Curson & S. Stanley Aves., Miracle Mile (323-937-4230).
PRIMP
Number 4 High Performance Hair Care
What: As part of the L.A. Designer Series, Juan Carlos Obando’s line takes the spotlight at Apothia (and his limited-edition tee and scarf can now be found in-store).
Why: Locks it down.
When: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Fred Segal, 8118 Melrose Ave., at Crescent Heights Blvd., West Hollywood (323-655-3734).