September 28, 2009

The Groundlings Los Angeles

Legendary improv institution. Funny ha-ha with a side of funny peculiar.

  Melrose, Culture, Comedy Nights

September 8, 2009

A+D Museum Los Angeles

A is for architecture; D is for design. A museum is a place you go to look at things. You are the one who’s mesmerized by big, airy spaces housing the latest in the spaces that house us.

  Carthay, Culture

September 8, 2009

The Improv Los Angeles

Quick: Think of something really funny to say about one of the most famous comedy clubs on the planet. Improvise! Too late. Don’t quit your day job.

  Melrose, Culture, Comedy Nights

September 8, 2009

BCAM @ LACMA Los Angeles

Broad Contemporary Art Museum at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. A mouthful, right? Relax. L.A. museums are all about the acronyms. Say “Bee-Cam” at “Lak-mah” and save your energy for taking in an eyeful.

  Fairfax District, Culture, Artsy

May 20, 2009

Hands-On 3rd Los Angeles

Nothing like a little wool felting or jewelry making to make you feel like you’re back at camp. But this time you get eat whatever you want and leave whenever you please.

  Beverly Center, Culture, Tea Party

September 25, 2008

Bodhi Tree Bookstore Los Angeles

Finding your spiritual path is tough. Especially when India’s so far away and you’re stuck in traffic. Pull over at the Bodhi Tree, which has been enlightening people on Melrose since 1970, specializing in all things spiritual and metaphysical. Ommmm.

  Mid-City West, Culture

May 22, 2008

Honor Fraser Los Angeles

Honor your own impeccable taste for the finer things. Specializes in emerging and mid-career artists, local and foreign.

  Hayden Tract, Culture, Artsy, Local Artists

January 24, 2008

World on Wheels Los Angeles

Remember when you were a kid and thought roller-skating was cool? Then you grew up, looked around, and thought, “Wait, this is kind of trashy.” Well, now you’re old enough that it’s cool again: Thursday night is adult night.

  Helms District, Culture