July 3, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Oh, you can see by dawn’s early light alright. This is going to be one star-spangled weekend.

DO
A Ball at the Bowl
What: America turns 232, and the Dodgers hit their 50th year in town, so celebrate with Randy Newman, the L.A. Phil, and loads of fireworks.
Why: You’ve got that spark.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., b/t Odin St. & 101 Fwy., Hollywood (323-850-2000).

READ
Vintage L.A.
What: Local talent Jennifer Brandt Taylor’s guide to thrift stores, antique shops, and flea markets breaks down Southland-centric landmarks along the way.
Why: This old thing?
When: No time like the present.
Where: Online at harpercollins.com.

SIP
Clicquot Travelers
What: Grab Veuve Clicquot’s Yellow Label or Rosé cooler totes and go.
Why: Your glass is always half full.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: Mel & Rose, 8344 Melrose Ave., b/t Kings Rd. & Orlando Ave., West Hollywood (323-655-5557).

EAT
Loteria Grill Hollywood
What: Favorite for authentic Mexican food in the Farmers Market opens proper sit-down digs.
Why: Tacos, burritos, tinga de pollo, chicharron en salsa verde, sweet hibiscus tea, and now tequila, too.
When: Sun.-Wed., 9 a.m.-midnight; Thurs.-Sat., 9-3 a.m.
Where: 6627 Hollywood Blvd., b/t Cherokee & Whitley Aves., Hollywood (323-465-2500).

HEAR (and SEE and BUY)
Instant Couture
What: Experimental fashion/art/rock band Jean Paul Yamamoto busts out a show featuring an improvised sewing performance creating one-of-a-kind tees.
Why: Thread lightly.
When: Sun., 3-5 p.m.
Where: Royal/T Cafe, 8910 Washington Blvd., b/t Robertson & National Blvds., Culver City (310-559-6300).