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X-WR-CALNAME:Los Angeles · arts · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Olfactory Provocations: To exist in a space is to inhale it (Onlin e) DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T001912Z UID:10001119-1789639200-1789642800@artandolfaction.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/olfactory-provocations-t o-exist-in-a-space-is-to-inhale-it-online-tickets-1995562115005?aff=oddtdt creator&keep_tld=true \n– \nJoin Yati Sharma in exploring how Mumbai tax i drivers navigate smell and shared air in the micro-lived-environment of a taxi cabin. \n\n\n\n\n“बाँस\, त्रास और साँ स ”: Smell\, Endurance\, and Breath in Mumbai Taxi Cabs. \nThis sessio n reflects on how smell operates differently from other senses. While inte rviewing taxi cab drivers in Mumbai to understand how smells interact with in micro-environments\, one idea kept returning: to exist in a space is to inhale it. In a taxi\, before any conversation begins between driver and passenger\, there is already a sensory encounter through shared air. Unlik e sight\, touch\, taste\, or sound\, smell is difficult to avoid once we a re exposed to it. One can close their eyes\, cover their ears\, or avoid t ouching something\, but smell is tied directly to breathing. To exist in a space is to inhale the shared air. \nInside a taxi cabin\, this shared ai r carries a constant layering of smells. Drivers described how perfumes\, sweat\, food\, incense\, rain-soaked clothes\, tobacco\, city pollution\, and car fresheners accumulate and overlap over the course of a day. Each p assenger leaves behind a trace\, which blends with the next\, creating a s hifting olfactory environment that the driver must continuously inhabit. A nd how these smells are often signifiers of cultural and socio economic id entity of a person. \nImage Credits: Yati Sharma LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T001912Z LOCATION:On Zoom URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/olfactory-provocations-to-exist-in- a-space-is-to-inhale-it-online/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm _campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Institute for Art and Olfaction X-SOURCE-URL:https://artandolfaction.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sound of Water DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T070003Z UID:10005296-1789639200-1789660800@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surro unded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall\, Japan depends on wat er for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. \nIn contemporary Jap anese art\, water continues to be a powerful theme.  \nSound of Water: Fe minine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings\, prints\, and sculpture s by six Japanese women artists: Emiko Aida\, Miya Ando\, Yumiko Glover\, Mineko Grimmer\, Yuko Kimura\, and Ayomi Yoshida. \nTheir works explore w ater’s many moods and manifestations —serene and soft\, yet also power ful and unpredictable—inviting us to consider our own relationship with this essential element as we face climatic extremes throughout the world. \nThe exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens and is curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur. \nThe exhibition is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery from June 20\, 2026 –January 3\, 20276\, 10am–4pm daily. \nView the catalog \nEntry to the Sturt Haaga Gallery is included in the price of admission or membership. \nArtwork: Yumiko Glover\, Traces of Memory\, 2023 (detail). Courtesy of t he artist.\n\nSpecial Programs \nThursday\, August 27\, 10–11:30am — J apanese Screen Art Workshop \n\nSound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fl uidity and its programs are generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio F oundation\, Pasadena Art Alliance\, the Los Angeles County Board of Super visors through the Department of Arts and Culture\, and an endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. \nThe Japan Foundation\, Los A ngeles\, is a Community Partner for this exhibition. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T070003Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/sound-of-water/2026-09-17/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LA’s Garden DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T070003Z UID:10005534-1789639200-1789660800@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Curated by Rosten Woo\, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stor ies rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. \nWhile our 150 acres offer a natural escape\, they also hold a deep\, living history. \nDiscover who shaped our collections and landscapes\, why they look the way they do\, an d how they continue to change. The exhibition brings history to life by pa iring archival maps\, documents\, and vintage photographs with contemporar y artistic perspectives. \nAt Descanso\, the history of the plants is the history of the people. From the ancient stewardship of indigenous communit ies to the legacies of Japanese-American nurserymen and visionary voluntee rs\, every plant tells a story of human passion and resilience. \nThe exhi bition is open at the Boddy House from July 18–November 29\, 2026\, 10am –4pm daily. \nEntry to the Boddy House is included in the price of admis sion or membership. \n\nSpecial Programs \n\nJuly 17\, 5–7pm — Opening Reception\nJuly 18\, 11am–12pm or 1pm–2pm — Curator Tours\n\n\nLA ’s Garden is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundation and a n endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T070003Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/las-garden-2026/2026-09-17/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ikebana Display DTSTART:20260917T170000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T070003Z UID:10006954-1789639200-1789660800@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Desca nso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Ja panese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony\, balance\, and an ap preciation for the fleeting beauty of nature. \nThe exhibition is open in Minka\, Japanese Garden\, from September 14–20\, 2026\, 10am–4pm daily . \nEntry is included in the price of admission or membership. \n\nInspire d by the gentle sound of water flowing through the garden\, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a deeper sense of calm\, rhythm\, and conn ection with the natural surroundings. \nPresented by Group Yokou\, this ex hibition highlights Sogetsu Ikebana\, a style rooted in centuries-old trad ition and redefined as a practice for the modern era with the belief that ikebana can be created anytime\, anywhere\, by anyone. \nThis philosophy m oved the art beyond the confines of tearooms and temples\, encouraging exp erimentation\, personal expression\, and the use of unconventional materia ls such as metal\, glass\, stone\, and everyday objects. The result is a d ynamic\, living art form that seamlessly connects tradition with innovatio n. \n\nThis program is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundati on. LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T070003Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/ikebana-display-2026/2026-09-17/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T001115Z UID:10053321-1789642800-1789664400@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:FREE EVERY THIRD THURSDAY- Little Tokyo\nJapanese American Nat ional Museum is the first gallery in the United States dedicated to sharin g the experience of Americans of Japanese ancestry as an integral part of U.S. story. Through its comprehensive collection of objects\, images and d ocuments\, as well as multi-faceted exhibitions\, educational programs\, d ocumentaries and publications. The Japanese American Museum is admission f ree every Thursday from 5–8 p.m. \nAlso on the third Thursday of every m onth\, the Japanese American Museum is FREE ALL DAY!\n \nAmericans of Japa nese Ancestry\nThe Japanese American Museum was established in Los Angeles to preserve the rich heritage Asian culture. The gallery is dedicated to preserving the history and culture. It is located in the Little Tokyo area near downtown Los Angeles\, California. \n\n\n\nWe believe in the importa nce of remembering our history\, to better guard against the prejudice tha t threatens liberty and equality in a democratic society. We strive as a w orld-class institution to provide a voice and forum that enables all peopl e to explore their own heritage and culture. \n\n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nFree admission all day to see Under a Mushroom Cloud: Hir oshima\, Nagasaki\, and the Atomic Bomb\; Fighting for Democracy: Who is the “We” in “We\, the People”?\; and Common Ground: The Heart of Community. \n\n\n\n\n\nIn conjunction with the exhibition Under a Mushroo m Cloud: Hiroshima\, Nagasaki\, and the Atomic Bomb\n\n\n\n\nFREE Common G round Audio Guides\nJANM offers iPod Touch audio guides to complement its core exhibition\, Common Ground: The Heart of Community. The guides are available in English\, Japanese\, Korean\, Mandarin\, and Spanish. Visitor s may borrow an iPod Touch with the guides free of charge while viewing th e exhibition. The guides may also be downloaded free from the Apple App S tore. \nJANM’s audio guides are made possible by a generous grant from t he Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc. \n\n\n\nHours\nMuseum hours\nTuesday\, Wednesday \, Friday–Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.\; last entry is at 4 p.m. \nThursday: 12 p.m.–8 p.m.\; last entry is at 7 p.m. \n  \nThursdays are FREE admi ssion from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nlast entry 7:30 p.m. \nEvery third Thursday of the month is FREE admission all day \nlast entry 7:30 p.m \n\n\n\n  \n Advance tickets are required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor addit ional information\, visit the website @ \njanm.org\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T001115Z LOCATION:Japanese American National Museum\, 100 N Central Ave\, Los Angel es\, CA\, 90012\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/janm/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Time-Out Thursdays: Art\, Play\, and Relaxation DTSTART:20260917T190000Z DTEND:20260917T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T182522Z UID:calendar.54195.field_date_range.0@site CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Intro copy \n\nStep away from screens\, books\, and assignment s for a low-pressure\nbreak designed to help you relax and recharge. Choos e from coloring\,\npainting\, puzzles\, LEGO building\, fidgets\, calming strips\, and other\nhands-on activities while connecting with a welcoming community. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T182522Z LOCATION:Location \n Academic Commons [/locations/academic-commons] URL:https://www.oxy.edu/events/2026/09/time-out-thursdays-art-play-and-rel axation-1?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles- ca X-SOURCE-NAME:iCal Events Feed X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.oxy.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Therapy Student Art Exhibit: Making Make Believe DTSTART:20260917T190000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T003120Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53852912151912 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:A Group Art Exhibition by LMU Art Therapy Students\n\nStep int o a world of imagination\, wonder\, and creative possibility at MAKING MAK E BELIEVE\, a captivating group exhibition featuring the work of LMU Art T herapy students. Through playful exploration\, whimsical storytelling\, an d artistic world-building\, this exhibition invites viewers to reconnect w ith curiosity\, celebrate creativity\, and honor the inner child within us all.\n\nJoin us for the Opening Reception RSVP Now\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n📅 Thursday\, September 10\, 2026 \n🕖 6:00–8:00 p.m.\n🍷 Appe tizers and beverages will be served.\n\nExhibition Dates\n📅 September 7 –19\, 2026\n🕖 12:00–4:00 p.m.\n\n✨ RSVP today to join us for the Opening Reception and be among the first to experience this inspiring coll ection of artwork. We encourage you to reserve your spot early!\n\nCome ex perience a vibrant showcase that reimagines play\, sparks imagination\, an d celebrates the transformative power of creativity. We look forward to sh aring this special exhibition with you and hope to see you there! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T003120Z LOCATION:\, LMU Fritz B. Burns Fine Arts Center URL:https://cal.lmu.edu/event/student-art-show-making-make-believe?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Loyola Marymount University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://cal.lmu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron DTSTART:20260917T190000Z DTEND:20260917T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T062056Z UID:10019435-1789646400-1789660800@discoverclaremont.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron\nAugust 15–November 15\, 2026\nClaremont Lewis Museum of Art\n200 W. First St.\, Claremont\nExhibit ion Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella Lewis \nThe Claremont Lewis Museum of Art exhibition Samella! Black as Lacquer a nd Iron illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. S amella Lewis as an art historian\, educator\, philanthropist\, and artist. Curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr\, the exhibition includes wo rks by Claude Lewis\, Harmon Outlaw\, Alison Saar\, Howard Smith and other s\, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. \nA seminal figure in 20th-century American art\, Samella Sanders Lewis (1923-2022) was a trail blazing art history professor at Scripps College and considered the first American woman polymath of African descent to receive a PhD in the history of art. Her life and global legacy celebrate and perpetuate the visual ar ts not only of African Americans and Africans but also of Asians\, Asian A mericans\, Austronesians\, and other indigenous peoples within and neighbo ring the Pacific Rim and Western Hemisphere. \nThe exhibition\, sponsored in part by Gould Asset Management LLC\, will open with a reception on Satu rday\, August 15 from 5-8 p.m.\, and remain on view through November 15\, 2026. \nThe Museum is open Thursday through Sunday in the historic Claremo nt Depot at 200 W. First Street next to the Metrolink Station. For hours a nd more information visit clmoa.org.\n.\nContact: Claremont Lewis Museum o f Art\nMore Info: https://clmoa.org/exhibit/samella/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T062056Z LOCATION:Claremont Lewis Museum of Art – Claremont Depot 200 W. First St reet\, Claremont CA 91711 US URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/exhibition-samella-black-as-lacque r-and-iron-13/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-ang eles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover Claremont X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-chamber-of-comm erce-annual-village-venture-arts-crafts-faire/2028-10-28 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Today at Kidspace DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260915T003121Z UID:10010126-1789689600-1793491199@kidspacemuseum.org CATEGORIES:arts,family DESCRIPTION:Daily Programs\nTo help you plan your visit\, here are the spe cial programs and times happening today at Kidspace. Learn more about all the activities and events happening this Halloween at Kidspace\, going on now through October 31. \n  \nStorytime\n10:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\, 4:30 pm\nRoberts Pavilion \n  \n  \nHalloween Costume Parades\n11:00 am\ , 1:00 pm\, 3:00 pm\nCourtyard \n  \n  \nPlant-a-Seed\n11:30 am\, 1:30 p m\, 3:30 pm\nMuddy Boot Farm \n  \n  \nGet Tickets\n  \nProgram times a re subject to change due to adjusted hours on specific days. Visit Hours & Admission to for information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T003121Z LOCATION:Kidspace Children’s Museum\, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd.\, Pasadena\, C A\, 91103\, United States URL:https://kidspacemuseum.org/event/today-at-kidspace-2/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Kidspace Children's Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://kidspacemuseum.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FULL MUSEUM VIRTUAL TOUR DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260915T061144Z UID:10049585-1789689600-1789775999@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:STREAM NOW- TWO HOUR VIRTUAL TOUR- Petersen Auto Museum\n \nPe tersen Auto Museum welcomes you to join us as we do our first ever\, 2+hou r Full Museum & Vault Virtual Guided Tour. This tour will walk through alm ost all of the vehicles in the museum and cover the 5 newest exhibitions i ncluding Supercars\, Extreme Conditions\, Reclaimed Rust (the James Hetfie ld Collection)\, and Redefining Performance (Porsche). \n\nPetersen Auto M useum Virtual Tour includes over 200 makes and models spanning over 120 ye ars \nof automotive history. You will also see the Vault presented by @Hag erty​\, which includes celebrity cars like the @TheSmokingTire​‘s \ nMatt Farah’s Lamborghini\, @Tavarish​‘s Lamborghini\, \nand Bruce Canepa’s #Porsche​ 959. \n\n  \n  \nVAULT ABSTRACT\nAfter an extensi ve renovation\, the Vault presented by Hagerty® has more than doubled in size and now features over 250 vehicles from around the world. Discover so me of the most iconic and rare cars\, motorcycles\, and trucks spanning ov er 120 years of automotive history. Visitors get to explore the history of the automobile\, from early legends to stunning modern supercars. Visitor s will see turn-of-the-twentieth-century cars\, head-of-state vehicles\, A merican classics\, the personal rides of Hollywood legends\, award-winning hot rods\, cars that pushed the boundaries of innovation\, and many other surprises. \n  \n\nTimestamps below for each floor. \n​ Skip to 2nd F loor: 33:45​ (Motorsports\, Motorcycles\, James Hetfield’s Collection\ , Offroad & Porsche) \nSkip to 1st Floor: 1:13:06​ (Science Fiction Car s) \nSkip to Vault: 1:23:53​ (200+ car collection underground) \n\n\nTh e Petersen Automotive Museum is a 501(c)3 charity and exists to educate an d build passion around the automobile. While maintaining a global reach\, the Petersen Automotive Museum continually studies the crucial role that L os Angeles\, and California as a whole\, has played in the development of the automobile and its establishment as a cultural artifact. To ensure tha t the Petersen continues to become the center for automotive thought by pr esenting mobility’s past\, present\, and future. \n  \nFor additional i nformation\, visit the website @ \nhttps://www.petersen.org/watch-page\n \ n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T061144Z LOCATION:https://www.petersen.org/watch-page URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/petersen-auto-museum-4-2/2026-09-18/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Molly's Mic @ The Zebra Room (in LA) DTSTART:20260918T000000Z DTEND:20260918T005000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062714Z UID:10114602-1789664400-1789667400@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starts 5PM PT\nEnds 5:50PM PT\n$5 for 5 min. (or to watch)\nHo sted by Molly McLean LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062714Z LOCATION:The Zebra Room\, 5176 Santa Monica Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90029\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/mollys-mic-the-zebra-room-in-la/2026- 09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:(5PM-8PM Hourly) NoHo Fourth Wall (in LA) DTSTART:20260918T000000Z DTEND:20260918T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062714Z UID:10038513-1789664400-1789678800@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:at strip mall w/7-11\, in store front w/”Farmers Insurance ” sign\nSign-up in advance at fourthwallcomedy.com\nRuns every hour on t he hour\nStarts 5PM PT\nEnds 7:50PM PT at latest\nFirst come\, first serve d\n5 min.\nComic must be on time and stay for whole mic LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062714Z LOCATION:NoHo Fourth Wall\, 11674 Burbank Boulevard\, North Hollywood\, CA \, 91601\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/5pm-10pm-hourly-noho-fourth-wall-in-l a-133-2-2-2/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:(5:00/6:00/8:30PM) The Activist Kitchen (in LA) DTSTART:20260918T000000Z DTEND:20260918T050000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062714Z UID:10102736-1789664400-1789682400@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starts 5PM & 6:30PM & 8:30PM PT\n5 min.\n$5\nAll performers we lcome LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062714Z LOCATION:The Activist Kitchen\, 669 North Heliotrope Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90004\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/the-activist-kitchen-in-la-3-2/2026-0 9-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Don't Be Yourself Character Mic @ Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Cafe (i n LA) DTSTART:20260918T003000Z DTEND:20260918T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062714Z UID:10098771-1789666200-1789671600@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starts 5:30PM PT\nFor character work only\n1 item min.\nHosted by Maddie Ballard LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062714Z LOCATION:Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café\, 2106 Hyperion Avenue\, Los Angel es\, CA\, 90027\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/dont-be-yourself-character-mic-lyric- hyperion-theatre-cafe-in-la-2-2/2026-09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_me dium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:USC Roski MA Curatorial Practices: the very substance of ourselves DTSTART:20260918T010000Z DTEND:20260918T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T002456Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53852102941365 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:The USC Roski MA '27 Cohort in Curatorial Practices and the Pu blic Sphere presents the very substance of ourselves. The exhibition trace s the connective tissues that bridge our physical bodies and interiorities with the constructed and natural landscapes that we inhabit. Grounded in posthumanist philosopher Stacy Alaimo’s concept of transcorporeality\, t he exhibition theorizes human bodies as deeply enmeshed in an active and l ively world of matter\, rather than sole actors in an inert environment. T he included artists explore many forms of transformation—from invasive t o intangible—as they relate to physicality\, embodiment\, memory and ide ntity across time and space. The very substance of ourselves invites viewe rs to consider how the self is continually reshaped through contact with o thers\, extending outward and merging with the world around us.\n\n \n\nFe aturing work by... Ophelia Arc • Isabel Avila • Brenda Barrios • Jay Carlon • Alexandra Carter • Tracy L. Chandler • courtney coles • Olivia Rae Harris • Shana Hoehn • Maria Maea • Yong Soon Min • Deb ra Scacco\n\nMA 2027 Curatorial Team... Meg Burns • Sam Garduño Marin • Anabelle Gunderson • Eunice Han • Courtney King • Jiwon Lee • Lexi Myrie • Jialiang Wang\n\n \n\nOpening Reception\nThursday\, Septemb er 17\, 2026 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm\n\n \n\nExhibition on view\nSeptember 1 7 - October 25\, 2026\n\n \n\nClosing Reception\nFriday\, October 23 | 6:0 0 pm - 9:00 pm\n\n\nSpecial Event\n\nRoski Talk by Debra Scacco\nTuesday\, September 15\, 7:00 pm\n\n \n\nPerformance by Jay Carlon\nThursday\, Sept ember 17\, 7:00 pm\n\n \n\nMovement workshop by Anabelle Gunderson & Court ney King\nSaturday\, September 26\, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm\n\n \n\nGallery Ho urs\nTuesday - Saturday: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nSunday & Monday: by appointm ent\n\n \n\nLocation\nRoski Graduate Building (Los Angeles Arts District)\ n1262 Palmetto Street Los Angeles\, CA 90013\n\nVisual identity designed b y Chelsie Dian Lin. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T002456Z LOCATION:USC Roski Graduate Gallery\, 1262 Palmetto St.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90013 URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/usc-roski-ma-curatorial-practices-the-v ery-substance-of-ourselves?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_camp aign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Event Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/kiyo-gutierrez-bocas-indomable suntamable-mouths-mfa-solo-thesis-exhibtion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:San Pedro Certified Farmers Market DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T054551Z UID:25162-1789725600-1789740000@www.sanpedrocalendar.com CATEGORIES:arts,food,market DESCRIPTION:San Pedro Certified Farmers Market \nFarm Fresh California Pro duce \nFruits\, Vegetables\, Gifts\, Local Food. \nThe market is a weekly\ , certified farmers market featuring fresh produce\, hot food\, artisanal goods\, & local artists & crafters. \nLocated in the Parking lot on Mesa S treet\, between 5th & 6th Street in Downtown San Pedro. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T054551Z LOCATION:Pavilion\, 6th & Mesa Streets\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731\, United S tates URL:https://www.sanpedrocalendar.com/event/san-pedro-certified-farmers-mar ket-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los- angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:San Pedro Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sanpedrocalendar.com/venue/los-angeles-maritime-m arine-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sound of Water DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T070212Z UID:10005297-1789725600-1789747200@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surro unded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall\, Japan depends on wat er for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. \nIn contemporary Jap anese art\, water continues to be a powerful theme.  \nSound of Water: Fe minine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings\, prints\, and sculpture s by six Japanese women artists: Emiko Aida\, Miya Ando\, Yumiko Glover\, Mineko Grimmer\, Yuko Kimura\, and Ayomi Yoshida. \nTheir works explore w ater’s many moods and manifestations —serene and soft\, yet also power ful and unpredictable—inviting us to consider our own relationship with this essential element as we face climatic extremes throughout the world. \nThe exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens and is curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur. \nThe exhibition is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery from June 20\, 2026 –January 3\, 20276\, 10am–4pm daily. \nView the catalog \nEntry to the Sturt Haaga Gallery is included in the price of admission or membership. \nArtwork: Yumiko Glover\, Traces of Memory\, 2023 (detail). Courtesy of t he artist.\n\nSpecial Programs \nThursday\, August 27\, 10–11:30am — J apanese Screen Art Workshop \n\nSound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fl uidity and its programs are generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio F oundation\, Pasadena Art Alliance\, the Los Angeles County Board of Super visors through the Department of Arts and Culture\, and an endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. \nThe Japan Foundation\, Los A ngeles\, is a Community Partner for this exhibition. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T070212Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/sound-of-water/2026-09-18/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LA’s Garden DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T070212Z UID:10005535-1789725600-1789747200@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Curated by Rosten Woo\, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stor ies rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. \nWhile our 150 acres offer a natural escape\, they also hold a deep\, living history. \nDiscover who shaped our collections and landscapes\, why they look the way they do\, an d how they continue to change. The exhibition brings history to life by pa iring archival maps\, documents\, and vintage photographs with contemporar y artistic perspectives. \nAt Descanso\, the history of the plants is the history of the people. From the ancient stewardship of indigenous communit ies to the legacies of Japanese-American nurserymen and visionary voluntee rs\, every plant tells a story of human passion and resilience. \nThe exhi bition is open at the Boddy House from July 18–November 29\, 2026\, 10am –4pm daily. \nEntry to the Boddy House is included in the price of admis sion or membership. \n\nSpecial Programs \n\nJuly 17\, 5–7pm — Opening Reception\nJuly 18\, 11am–12pm or 1pm–2pm — Curator Tours\n\n\nLA ’s Garden is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundation and a n endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T070212Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/las-garden-2026/2026-09-18/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ikebana Display DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T070212Z UID:10006955-1789725600-1789747200@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Desca nso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Ja panese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony\, balance\, and an ap preciation for the fleeting beauty of nature. \nThe exhibition is open in Minka\, Japanese Garden\, from September 14–20\, 2026\, 10am–4pm daily . \nEntry is included in the price of admission or membership. \n\nInspire d by the gentle sound of water flowing through the garden\, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a deeper sense of calm\, rhythm\, and conn ection with the natural surroundings. \nPresented by Group Yokou\, this ex hibition highlights Sogetsu Ikebana\, a style rooted in centuries-old trad ition and redefined as a practice for the modern era with the belief that ikebana can be created anytime\, anywhere\, by anyone. \nThis philosophy m oved the art beyond the confines of tearooms and temples\, encouraging exp erimentation\, personal expression\, and the use of unconventional materia ls such as metal\, glass\, stone\, and everyday objects. The result is a d ynamic\, living art form that seamlessly connects tradition with innovatio n. \n\nThis program is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundati on. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T070212Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/ikebana-display-2026/2026-09-18/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center\, Torrance DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T002723Z UID:10020045304-1789725600-1789732800@kidsguidemagazine.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:Every Friday \nA weekly hands-on program for preschoolers ages 3–6 and their parents or guardians. Each session features story time\, science\, art\, and a themed tour through the Nature Center. Some weeks ma y also include potting or additional hands-on activities. Topics focus on caring for living things and fostering early stewardship of the planet. \n Pre-registration is required and opens Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Space is limite d to the first 20 participants. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T002723Z LOCATION:Madrona Marsh Preserve\, 3201 Plaza Del Amo\, Torrance\, CA\, 905 03\, United States URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/friday-fun-madrona-marsh-nature-ce nter-torrance/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Kidsguide X-SOURCE-URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/la-carnival-on-the-shaw-l iberation-plaza-los-angeles END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:IAMLA Italian American Museum of Los Angeles DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T121144Z UID:10049074-1789725600-1789743600@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY TO SUNDAY  – Italian American Museum of Los Angeles \nThe Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\, or IAMLA\, is located in th e historic Italian Hall\, which was constructed in 1908 to serve as a gath ering place for the Italian community. Today\, the Italian Hall is the old est remaining structure from Los Angeles’ Italian enclave and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \n \nTHE HISTORY\nItalians an d Italian Americans have played an instrumental role in the development of Los Angeles as one of the world’s greatest metropolises\, yet the histo ry of Italians in the region is largely unknown. Though Los Angeles is hom e to the nation’s fifth-largest Italian population today\, and the Itali an presence in the American West predates the nation’s founding\, seldom is the city included in dialogs surrounding contemporary or historic Ital ian American communities. An examination of the region’s Italian roots r eveals both the complexity of the Italian Diaspora and the exceptionally d iverse fabric of Southern California’s history. \n \nThe Los Angeles Ita lian experience contrasts with that of Italian immigrants elsewhere in the country and reveals the complexity of the Italian American diaspora. Give n the success that Italian Americans have achieved in the United States\, it is easy to forget that they\, like other minority groups\, faced consid erable prejudice and hostility in their struggle to achieve the American D ream. In the American South\, Italians were a common target of lynchings a nd racially-motivated violence. In the early 20th century\, eugenicists de scribed Italians as genetically inferior\, while political cartoons of the era depicted Italians as threats to American security and racial purity. \nTHE MISSION\nThe mission of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles is to foster a deeper understanding of Southern California’s diverse her itage through research\, historic preservation\, exhibitions\, and educati onal programs that examine the history and continuing contributions of Ita lian Americans in multi-ethnic Los Angeles and the United States. \nThe IA MLA is a charity that depends on donations to accomplish its specific mis sion. As such\, the IAMLA does entertain requests for financial support to fund other organizations\, charitable or otherwise\, nor does it provide financial resources to artists\, scholars\, filmmakers\, etc. The IAMLA do es not fund exhibitions or theatrical or cinematic productions\, nor is th e museum rented for such projects. \n\nHours\nMonday: Closed\nTuesday – Sunday: 10:00am – 3:00pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the webs ite @ \nwww.iamla.org\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T121144Z LOCATION:Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\, 644 N Main St\, Los Ange les\, CA\, 90012\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/iamla-italian-american-museum-of-los- angeles-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign= los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Western Museum of Flight DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T121144Z UID:10049454-1789725600-1789743600@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12- Torrance\nThe Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit\, educational institution dedicated to preserving and dis playing aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California’s aviation heritage. The Air Museum’s educational programs give children an opport unity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history. The Air M useum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restorat ion projects. The Western Museum of Flight’s collection includes numerou s Warbirds\, aircraft and target drones\, piston and jet aircraft engines\ , aircraft components\, aircraft ejection seats\, World War II instruments \, aircrew accessories\, and an extensive model aircraft collection. Pleas e visit us at www.wmof.com. \nWestern Museum of Flight\, is located at his toric “Louis Zamperini Field”\, in Torrance. \n \nThe Western Museum o f Flight (WMOF)\nis operated by the Southern California Historical Aviatio n Foundation. It houses not only historic aircraft\, many of which were bu ilt in Southern California\, but also has an extensive collection of histo ric photographs and blueprints. \n  \nThe WMOF is one of two museums that house the only surviving Jack Northrop flying wings. The museum has sev eral other rare aircraft among its collection\, including: \n  \n \nNorth American F-86Sabre Jet \n \nNorthrop YF-17 “Cobra” (Prototype #1) \ n \nThe Northrop N-3PB World War II single engine seaplane built in 1940. Twenty four N-3PB’s were built\, this is the only remaining example. \n   \n \nPlus numerous other notable jet- and propeller-drive airplanes. \n   \n \nThe Western Museum of Flight- Aircraft Model Collection \nis quite extensive. The over 300 models include numerous wind tunnel models includ ing the Northrop “Alpha”\, the Northrop A-9A\, Hundreds of plastic sca le models are also included in the collection. \nHours\nTuesday – Sunday : 10:00 a.m.-3:00p.m. \n  \nGeneral Admission $5.00\nMembers Free \nChild ren under 12 years Free \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the we bsite @ \nhttps://www.wmof.com/\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T121144Z LOCATION:Western Museum of Flight\, 3315 Airport Drive\, Torrance\, 90505\ , United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/western-museum-of-flight-2-3-2/2026-0 9-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FREE ADMISSION at Academy Museum DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T181306Z UID:10049825-1789725600-1789754400@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 17 – Academy Museum\nCalling all young m ovie buffs and passionate film enthusiasts! Step into the world of cinemat ic magic at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles\, where e xploration is not just encouraged—it’s FREE! \n \nFor children under 1 7\, the doors swing wide open to a world of movie marvels\, inviting young minds to embark on an exciting journey through the history and artistry o f filmmaking without any entry fee. It’s an opportunity to ignite curios ity\, inspire creativity\, and pave the way for future storytellers. \nBut that’s not all! Museum Members\, Academy Members\, and California EBT C ardholders\, your ticket to discovery comes at no cost. Whether you’re a film aficionado\, a dedicated member of the Academy\, or someone holding a California EBT card\, your admission is on us! \n \nAt the Academy Museu m\, accessibility is our mantra. We believe that everyone\, regardless of financial circumstances\, should have access to the wonders of cinema. So\ , come one\, come all\, and immerse yourself in our captivating exhibition s\, engaging programs\, and the rich legacy of the silver screen. \nJoin u s in celebrating the art\, history\, and sheer magic of movies at the Acad emy Museum. It’s not just a museum\; it’s an invitation to explore\, l earn\, and be inspired by the captivating world of motion pictures—all w ithout spending a dime. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder —come and be part of the cinematic adventure today! \n \nMuseum Admissio n––Purchase Now\n\nAdults $25\nSeniors (age 62+) $19\nStudents (age 18+ with ID) $15\nThe Museum is FREE for Children (age 17-)\, Museum Me mbers\, Academy Members\, and CA EBT cardholders.\n\nFilm Screening Admis sion—Purchase Now\nusing our full calendar to select screenings or brows e the museum’s robust slate of programming. \n\nAdults $10\nSeniors (ag e 62+) $7\nStudents (18+ with ID)\, Children (17–)\, and matinee price  $5\nFurther discounts offered for Museum Members.\n\nGroup Visit Admissi on––Reserve Now\n\nVisits of 10 people or more are eligible for specia l group rates\, which are only offered with an advance reservation.\n\nLoc ation and Parking\n\n\nLocation: 6067 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA 90 036 \nParking: See the parking page or below for details on valet\, sel f-park\, accessible\, and electric vehicle options. Parking structure hour s are subject to change. \nValet Drop-Off \n\nRoddenberry Lane\, entrance on Fairfax Ave.\n10am–last event of the day\nValet closes 30 min. after whichever runs latest: museum hours\, Fanny’s hours\, or a special progr am/event.\n$17 with museum or Fanny’s validation ($21 without validation )\n\nLACMA’s Pritzker Parking Garage \n\n6000 W 6th St.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036\, entrance on 6th St.\n5am–10pm\n$20 ($12 after 8pm entry)\nAcc essible spots on P2\, adjacent to elevators\nEV charging stations on P1\n\ nPetersen Automotive Museum Garage \n\n744 Fairfax Ave.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036\, entrance on Fairfax Ave. or 8th St.\n6am–11pm\n$21 (first 15 mi n. free)\nAccessible spots on P1 only\; no garage elevator\nEV charging st ations on P1\n\n\n\n\nHOURS\nMonday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm\nTuesday: CLOSED \nWednesday – Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm \n\nFor additional informatio n\, visit the website @ \nacademymuseum.org/en/\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T181306Z LOCATION:Academy Museum\, 6067 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/free-admission-academy-museum-3/2026- 09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Watts Towers Tours DTSTART:20260918T180000Z DTEND:20260918T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001154Z UID:10052022-1789729200-1789743600@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:EVERY THURSDAY & FRIDAY- Watts Towers Art Center\nStep Inside a Masterpiece: Unveiling the Secrets of the Watts Towers Towering over the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles\, the Towers are more than just iconic landmarks – they’re a testament to human creativity and resilience. Wa nt to delve deeper into their fascinating history and artistic significanc e? Join the Watts Towers Tour Guide Program and unlock the secrets hidden within these architectural wonders. \n \nA Guided Journey Through Time and Art at the Watts Towers\nLed by knowledgeable and passionate tour guides\ , your 30-minute journey will take you on a captivating exploration. You ’ll: \n\nStand under the shadow of the towers: Gain exclusive access to the towers themselves\, usually closed to the public. Marvel at their i ntricate details and sheer size\, understanding the dedication and vision of their builder\, Simon Rodia.\nUnravel the story of Simon Rodia: Disc over the life of this Italian immigrant construction worker who spent 33 y ears meticulously constructing these towers\, using discarded materials a nd fueled by pure passion.\nExplore the cultural context: Learn about the vibrant history of the Watts neighborhood and how the towers came to repr esent a symbol of community pride and artistic expression.\nGain insights into the art and architecture: Understand the unique techniques and artis tic influences that shaped the towers’ design\, appreciating their stat us as a masterpiece of folk art.\n\n \nBeyond the Towers: A Deeper Dive\nY our tour doesn’t end with the towers. You’ll also visit the Watts Towe rs Arts Center\, where rotating exhibitions showcase contemporary art insp ired by the towers and the Watts community. Learn about the ongoing effort s to preserve these iconic structures and ensure their legacy lives on. \n Plan Your Tour:\n\nDays and Times: Tours run on Thursdays and Fridays\, fr om 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (the last tour at 3:00 PM). Lunch break from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.\nImportant Note: Tours are not available on rainy days.\nF or more information and booking details\, visit the Arts Center website.\n \nSuggested Donation Prices:Adults $7Youth and Seniors $3\nDon’t miss th is unique opportunity to experience the magic of the Towers firsthand. Sig n up for a tour and embark on a journey that will leave you inspired\, inf ormed\, and deeply connected to this remarkable landmark. \n\nFor addition al information\, visit the website @ \nculturela.org/event/black-brown-and -beige\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001154Z LOCATION:Watts Towers Art Center\, 1727 E 107th St\, Los Angeles\, 90002\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/watts-towers-tours/2026-09-18/?utm_so urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art Therapy Student Art Exhibit: Making Make Believe DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260918T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T003120Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53852912152937 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:A Group Art Exhibition by LMU Art Therapy Students\n\nStep int o a world of imagination\, wonder\, and creative possibility at MAKING MAK E BELIEVE\, a captivating group exhibition featuring the work of LMU Art T herapy students. Through playful exploration\, whimsical storytelling\, an d artistic world-building\, this exhibition invites viewers to reconnect w ith curiosity\, celebrate creativity\, and honor the inner child within us all.\n\nJoin us for the Opening Reception RSVP Now\n\nOpen to the public. \n\n📅 Thursday\, September 10\, 2026 \n🕖 6:00–8:00 p.m.\n🍷 Appe tizers and beverages will be served.\n\nExhibition Dates\n📅 September 7 –19\, 2026\n🕖 12:00–4:00 p.m.\n\n✨ RSVP today to join us for the Opening Reception and be among the first to experience this inspiring coll ection of artwork. We encourage you to reserve your spot early!\n\nCome ex perience a vibrant showcase that reimagines play\, sparks imagination\, an d celebrates the transformative power of creativity. We look forward to sh aring this special exhibition with you and hope to see you there! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T003120Z LOCATION:\, LMU Fritz B. Burns Fine Arts Center URL:https://cal.lmu.edu/event/student-art-show-making-make-believe?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Loyola Marymount University Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://cal.lmu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T002136Z UID:10019436-1789732800-1789758000@discoverclaremont.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron\nAugust 15–November 15\, 2026\nClaremont Lewis Museum of Art\n200 W. First St.\, Claremont\nExhibit ion Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella Lewis \nThe Claremont Lewis Museum of Art exhibition Samella! Black as Lacquer a nd Iron illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. S amella Lewis as an art historian\, educator\, philanthropist\, and artist. Curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr\, the exhibition includes wo rks by Claude Lewis\, Harmon Outlaw\, Alison Saar\, Howard Smith and other s\, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. \nA seminal figure in 20th-century American art\, Samella Sanders Lewis (1923-2022) was a trail blazing art history professor at Scripps College and considered the first American woman polymath of African descent to receive a PhD in the history of art. Her life and global legacy celebrate and perpetuate the visual ar ts not only of African Americans and Africans but also of Asians\, Asian A mericans\, Austronesians\, and other indigenous peoples within and neighbo ring the Pacific Rim and Western Hemisphere. \nThe exhibition\, sponsored in part by Gould Asset Management LLC\, will open with a reception on Satu rday\, August 15 from 5-8 p.m.\, and remain on view through November 15\, 2026. \nThe Museum is open Thursday through Sunday in the historic Claremo nt Depot at 200 W. First Street next to the Metrolink Station. For hours a nd more information visit clmoa.org.\n.\nContact: Claremont Lewis Museum o f Art\nMore Info: https://clmoa.org/exhibit/samella/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T002136Z LOCATION:Claremont Lewis Museum of Art – Claremont Depot 200 W. First St reet\, Claremont CA 91711 US URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/exhibition-samella-black-as-lacque r-and-iron-14/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-ang eles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover Claremont X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-chamber-of-comm erce-annual-village-venture-arts-crafts-faire/2028-10-28 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Institute of Contemporary Art Los Angeles DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001154Z UID:10049200-1789732800-1789750800@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY – Downtown Los Angeles\nVISIT ICA LA TOD AY! The Institute of Contemporary Art\, Los Angeles (ICA LA) is an epicent er of artistic experimentation and incubator of new ideas. ICA LA is commi tted to making contemporary art relevant and accessible for all. \nOpen We dnesday – Sunday 12:00pm – 5:00pm\nADMISSION IS FREE!\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn ing & Engagement\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt ICA LA\, we seek new ways to br ing art into the life of our community\, schools\, families\, and public a nd private institutions through our Learning & Engagement programs. We vie w our city as an ever-changing and dynamic landscape with the museum as a responsive tool\, adaptable to its environment\, poised to foresee communi ty needs\, and capable of meeting those needs at the highest level. Learn more about our programs and special projects below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic P rograms\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic programs at the Institute of Conte mporary Art\, Los Angeles support our mission in sparking the pleasure the discovery and challenging the way we see and experience the world\, ourse lves\, and each other. We are dedicated to the exploration\, scholarship\, appreciation\, and deeper understanding of the exhibitions and ideas on v iew at the ICA LA\, and providing greater access to artists living and wor king in our community. \nOur public programs introduce new ways of seeing an exhibition and support through contemporary art and take diverse forms —talks\, workshops\, screenings\, and live performances—and are free a nd open to all. \nYou can also watch and listen to past lectures\, discuss ions\, and performances in the archive of public programs below. \n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Upcoming Public Programs\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecia l Projects\nSpecial Projects at ICA LA is a series of initiatives that fos ter collaborative relationships with artists\, community members and group s\, and local small businesses. \nView Special Projects\n  \nDigital Proj ects\nDigital Projects at ICA LA explores Virtual Reality\, 360° video\, and Augmented Reality to offer additional visitor experience options\; dev elop projects with artists\, and present new forms of engagement and learn ing for the community. \nView Digital Projects \n\n \n1717 E 7th St\, Los Angeles\, CA 90021 \n \nFounded in 1984 as the Santa Monica Museum of Art (SMMoA) and reestablished in 2017 with a new identity and home in Downtown Los Angeles\, ICA LA builds upon a distinguished history of bold curatori al vision and innovative programming to illuminate the important untold st ories and emerging voices in contemporary art and culture. The museum’s 12\,700 square-foot renovated industrial building—designed by wHY Archit ecture under the leadership of Kulapat Yantrasast—features ample space f or exhibitions\, public programs\, retail pop-ups\, integrated offices\, a nd special projects. \nICA LA’s mission is to support art that sparks th e pleasure of discovery and challenges the way we see and experience the w orld\, ourselves\, and each other. ICA LA is committed to upending hierarc hies of race\, class\, gender\, and culture. Through exhibitions\, educati on programs\, and community partnerships\, ICA LA fosters critique of the familiar and empathy with the different. \n \nHours\nMonday – Tuesday: C losed\nWednesday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm \n\nFor additional informa tion\, visit the website @ \nwww.theicala.org/en\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001154Z LOCATION:Institute of Contemporary Art Los Angeles\, 1717 E 7th St\,\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90021\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/institute-of-contemporary-art-los-ang eles-2-4/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=l os-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Los Angeles Maritime Museum DTSTART:20260918T190000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T001154Z UID:10049330-1789732800-1789750800@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY – San Pedro\nDiscover the history of the Port of Los Angeles on land or at sea! Welcome to the Los Angeles Mariti me Museum where our hardworking harbor tug ANGELS GATE provides educationa l tours while our historic museum building houses fascinating exhibits\, a research library\, a ham radio station\, and a gift shop. \nOPEN EVERY WE DNESDAY TO SUNDAY FROM 12:00 pm TO 5:00 pm\nFREE TO CHILDREN AGES 12 AND U NDER\n\n\n\nBerth 84\, Foot of 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA 90731 \nThe Los An geles Maritime Museum is housed in the former Municipal Ferry Terminal bu ilding\, located on the main channel of the Los Angeles Harbor. It was de signed in the Streamline Moderne style by architect Derwood Lydell Irvin of the Los Angeles Harbor Department. It was built in 1941 at Berth 84\, by the Works Project Administration (WPA). \nThe ferry between San Pedro and Terminal Island ceased after the Vincent Thomas Bridge was opened to traffic in 1963. The building was then used for offices of the LA Harb or Department. The San Pedro Municipal Ferry Building is now a Los Angele s Historic-Cultural Monument and is listed on the National Register of Hi storic Places. \nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum opened in 1979 as a resul t of widespread community efforts to save the historic building. It is the largest maritime museum on the West Coast. The museum’s interior renov ation was designed by Modernist architect James Pulliam. The museum is operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. \n \nEXHIBITS\nANGELS GATE TUGBOAT\n \nThe tugboat ANGELS GATE arrived at the Museum in 1992\, after almost 50 years of providing general towing servic es and goodwill tours for the Port of Los Angeles. \nTĀMINARU\n \nIn the early 20th century\, Terminal Island (in the Port of Los Angeles) was home to approximately 3\,000 Japanese-Americans who earned their livelihood fr om catching and cleaning fish. Residents of this community\, known as “T erminal Islanders” were originally from the Wakayama Prefecture\, Japan \, and retained their language and customs after emigrating to Los Angeles harbor. \nTāminaru is a look back at this lost community. The exhibit is guest curated by author Naomi Hirahara\, organized by Tara Fansler\, and sponsored by the Friends of the Los Angeles Maritime Museum and the Japan Business Association with the assistance of the Terminal Islanders Club. \ nPOSEIDON MODEL\n \nThere is a movie star on the second floor! The model o f the SS POSEIDON was the original prop in the 1972 classic film “The Po seidon Adventure”. \nFifteen men built the model over a period of three months. POSEIDON is 21 .5 feet long and weighs one ton. The builders relie d on the plans of the RMS QUEEN MARY\, now permanently docked as an attrac tion in Long Beach\, California. \nNAVY HALL\n \nThe Museum building\, bui lt-in 1941\, was originally used as a ferry terminal\, transporting peopl e and automobiles between San Pedro and Terminal Island. The area of the f irst floor where cars would enter and exit is now used as the Navy Hall. \ nANGELS GATE LIGHT\n \nThe Angels Gate Lighthouse (officially known as Los Angeles Harbor Light) has marked the entrance of Los Angeles Harbor throu gh times of war and peace\, and even survived a tidal wave! The tower itse lf has undergone many changes through the years. The distinctive green fla sh of the Angels Gate Lighthouse remains a welcoming beacon to professiona l mariners and recreational boaters alike. \nKIDS EXHIBIT\n \nKids of all ages will discover what’s going on in the harbor today through a series of interactive games and activities in the children’s exhibit. Grab a pa ir of binoculars and take a close-up look at the nation’s busiest contai ner port! Learn how cranes work\, imagine yourself in a variety of harbor professions\, build your own wharves\, test your knowledge of ships and ca rgo\, or just settle down and enjoy a nautical story!\nDue to Covid-19-rel ated precautions\, the toys and costumes have been temporarily removed. \n CAUGHT\, CANNED\, AND EATEN\n \nThe Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro) was th e fishing capital of the nation for much of the twentieth century. Generat ions of fishermen sold catches of tuna\, sardines\, mackerel\, and squid t o fish markets or canneries on nearby Terminal Island. \nToday\, the fishi ng fleet is greatly diminished and the canneries have closed\, but the leg acy of the fishing and canning industries endures. \nCOMMERCIAL DIVING\n \ n  \nThis exhibit is an introduction to just a few of the thousands of j obs performed by commercial divers and fishery divers in the South Bay\, a nd was the inspiration of the late Torrance R. Parker\, noted commercial d iver and author of 20\,000 Jobs Under the Sea. \nSCHOOL TOURS\nThe museum is pleased to offer educational tours throughout the year at no charge. \ nThe museum is located on the Main Channel of Los Angeles Harbor. Students will have a front-row opportunity to see the massive container ships in a ction and learn about international trade\, ship terminology\, sailor’s art\, and the history of the working people who built Los Angeles harbor i nto the nation’s busiest container port. \nTours are free for grades K-1 2\, Wednesday –Friday mornings\, and reservations are REQUIRED. The muse um is unable to accommodate group tours without a reservation. \nCall the tour hotline at 310-548-2900 and schedule your tour today\, or email info @lamaritimemuseum.org. \nRESEARCH\nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum Resear ch Library is home to thousands of books\, historic photographs and archi val documents waiting for you to discover! \nResearch questions can be dir ected to info@lamaritimemuseum.org and 310-548-7618 ext. 215. \nPortions of our collection have online finding aids and digital records: \nOnline Archive of California (OAC) \nOnline Digital Collections \n\nSuggested Don ation:\nAdults $5\nSeniors (62+) $3\nChildren 12 & under FREE\nHours\nMond ay-Tuesday: Closed\nWednesday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm \n\nFor addit ional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.lamaritimemuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T001154Z LOCATION:Los Angeles Maritime Museum\, Berth 84\, Foot of 6th St.\, San Pe dro\, CA\, 90731\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/los-angeles-maritime-museum-2-4/2026- 09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nida Amin show preparation DTSTART:20260918T193000Z DTEND:20260918T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T004857Z UID:35F2B595-4B0C-4D36-9680-47B65B130B08 CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T004857Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Collage Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.collageartculture.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Hours @ IAO DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T002225Z UID:10001127-1789736400-1789750800@artandolfaction.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Hey! Have you always wanted to visit the IAO\, but the happens tance never worked out? Now is your chance! We are pleased to announce reg ular open hours on Fridays (and also two saturdays a month)\, led by the d ream team: Lucas\, Lucy\, and Emily! \nWe can’t wait to see you at the I AO! LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T002225Z LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Ang eles\, CA\, 90012\, United States URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/open-hours-iao-2/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Institute for Art and Olfaction X-SOURCE-URL:https://artandolfaction.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Makiko Motoi - Floating Buddhas\, Invisible Buddhas: Setsuwa Trad itions of the "Shakadō Engi" DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260918T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T002338Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53789927695236 CATEGORIES:arts,literary DESCRIPTION:This lecture will be presented in Japanese. \n\n \n\nThe Shaka dō engi\, held by Seiryō Temple in the Sagano region of Kyoto\, is an il lustrated narrative in six scrolls that depicts the origins and miraculous powers of the temple’s beloved main image\, the Sendan Shaka Zuizō ( “Auspicious Sandalwood Statue of Śākyamuni Buddha”). The image has l ong been venerated as the first of the sandalwood images of the Buddha cre ated by King Udayana while Śākyamuni was still alive. The Shakadō engi was produced around 1515 and is famed for its exquisite illustrations\, pa inted by Kanō Motonobu (1476-1559).\n\n \n\nRepresenting the culmination of legends about the Auspicious Image (Sendan Shaka Zuizō)\, the Shakadō engi established itself as the orthodox account of the origins of Seiryō Temple and its main image. Although its narratives about the Auspicious I mage were grounded in Buddhist scriptures and Chinese texts\, they were de veloped in a unique way. The Shakadō engi emphasizes two key characteris tics that symbolize the Auspicious Image’s nature as a physically alive: first\, the image hovers in mid-air (it is a “floating Buddha”)\; and secondly\, some people are unable to see the image\, even when standing r ight before it (it is an “invisible Buddha”). In my talk I will trace the origins of these legends found in Shakadō engi and will also consider how they developed in the broader East Asian context.\n\n \n\n \n\nAbout the Speaker\n\n \n\nProf. Motoi earned her Ph.D. from the Department of Ja panese Language and Literature of Kyoto University. She currently holds an appointment of full professor in the Department of Japanese and Chinese C ultures of Kyoto Prefectural University. Prof. Motoi's specialization is r eligious literary arts\, in particular Buddhism-related setsuwa. \n\n \n\n This event is presented as part of the Ito Center's New Approaches to the Study of Premodern Japan Project\, which supports innovative scholarship a nd new perspectives on Premodern Japan history\, literature\, religion\, a nd culture. \n\n \n\nRSVP is requested LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T002338Z LOCATION:Doheny Memorial Library (DML)\, East Asian Seminar Room\, 110C URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/makiko-motoi?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut m_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Event Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/kiyo-gutierrez-bocas-indomable suntamable-mouths-mfa-solo-thesis-exhibtion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Seven Minutes in Heaven: A Variety Mic @ Lyric Hyperion (in LA) DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260918T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T122706Z UID:10098784-1789736400-1789745400@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starts 1PM PT\nAll performers welcome\n7 min.\n1 item min. to perform\nHosted by Dana Weddle & Jason Kaye LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T122706Z LOCATION:Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café\, 2106 Hyperion Avenue\, Los Angel es\, CA\, 90027\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/seven-minutes-in-heaven-a-variety-mic -in-la/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los -angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Glendale Room (near LA) DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002827Z UID:10103619-1789747200-1789754400@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starts 4PM PT\nLottery\n3 min.\nHosted by Olivia Xing LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002827Z LOCATION:The Glendale Room\, 127 Artsakh Avenue\, Glendale\, CA\, 91206\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/the-glendale-room-near-la-10/2026-09- 18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:End of Summer Celebration: Japanese Garden Anniversary DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T185201Z UID:10006871-1789750800-1789758000@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts,festival,literary,music DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the end of summer and the 60th anniversary of our be autiful Japanese Garden with an evening of live performances\, art\, and h ands-on activities throughout the gardens. \nExclusively for Descanso Gard ens members and La Cañada Flintridge residents \n\nExperience traditional and contemporary Japanese culture while enjoying special exhibitions and performances. \nNo event registration required. \nThis is a special night for members and one of the busiest evenings of the season—rideshare\, ca rpool\, and biking are encouraged! \n\nPerformances \n\n5–7pm: Koto Musi c & Ikebana Demonstration with Saeko Kujiraoka Zirkelbach & Kaz Kitajima\n 5–7pm: DJ Set with Rosie Yasukochi\n5pm & 6pm: Poetry Reading with Naomi Hirahara\n5:30pm & 6:30pm: Taiko Drumming with Kishin Daiko\n\nActivities (5–7pm) \n\nCalligraphy Workshop & Demonstration — Kuniharu Yoshida\n Origami Craft Station — Japanese American National Museum\n\nArt Exhibit ions (5–7pm) \n\nSound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity at the Sturt Haaga Gallery\nLA’s Garden at the Boddy House\n\nFood & Drinks \n \nRefreshments will be available for purchase at The Market\, Jones Coffee \, the Rose Garden\, the Promenade\, and the Main Lawn. Explore dining her e.\nFarmhouse will also be open for dinner\; reservations are recommended. Reserve here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T185201Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/end-of-summer-celebration-2026/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Kick Off Event | Pretend City\, Irvine DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260916T182836Z UID:10020047171-1789776000-1789862399@kidsguidemagazine.com CATEGORIES:arts,community,dance,literary,music DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 \nKick off Hispanic Heritage Mo nth with a celebration of culture\, community\, and creativity at Pretend City. \nExplore traditions\, stories\, music\, and activities honoring the rich histories and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. \nTh e day’s schedule includes a Si Sabo reading at 11am\, a mariachi perform ance at 1pm\, and folklorico dancing at 2:30pm. \nSchedule of activities: \n\n11am – Si Sabo reading\n1pm – Mariachi performance\n2:30pm – Fol klorico dancing\n\nThis event is included with museum admission. \n—— ——— \nBefore You Go: Visit Pretend City‘s website for updates and details. This event is organized by Pretend City. Kidsguide is an independ ent community resource helping families discover fun events across Souther n California. \nLooking for more family fun? Explore more family-friendly events on our blog\, browse our calendar\, check out limited-time exhibits and experiences\, or subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182836Z LOCATION:Pretend City Children’s Museum\, 29 Hubble\, Irvine\, CA\, 9261 8 URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-kick-off-e vent-pretend-city-irvine/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campa ign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Kidsguide X-SOURCE-URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/la-carnival-on-the-shaw-l iberation-plaza-los-angeles END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fruity Friday Mic @ The Zebra Room (in LA) DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T005000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002827Z UID:10114808-1789750800-1789753800@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Starts 5PM PT\nEnds 5:50PM PT\n$5 for 5 min. (or to watch) \n$ 8 for 10 min\nHosted by Zyan Ha LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002827Z LOCATION:The Zebra Room\, 5176 Santa Monica Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90029\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/fruity-friday-mic-the-zebra-room-in-l a/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-ange les-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:(5PM-8PM Hourly) NoHo Fourth Wall (in LA) DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002827Z UID:10038514-1789750800-1789765200@thecomedybureau.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:at strip mall w/7-11\, in store front w/”Farmers Insurance ” sign\nSign-up in advance at fourthwallcomedy.com\nRuns every hour on t he hour\nStarts 5PM PT\nEnds 7:50PM PT at latest\nFirst come\, first serve d\n5 min.\nComic must be on time and stay for whole mic LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002827Z LOCATION:NoHo Fourth Wall\, 11674 Burbank Boulevard\, North Hollywood\, CA \, 91601\, United States URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/show/5pm-10pm-hourly-noho-fourth-wall-in-l a-133-2-2-2/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Comedy Bureau X-SOURCE-URL:https://thecomedybureau.com/shows/category/los-angeles-open-m ics END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Claremont Gallery DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T002136Z UID:10019437-1789754400-1789765200@discoverclaremont.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:Claremont Gallery Market at the Packing House\nEvery Friday | 6:00pm – 9:00pm\nClaremont Packing House Atrium\n532 W. First St\, Clare mont\, CA\nFREE Admission \nNew Contemporary Art\, Makers\, and Craftsmen every week! LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T002136Z LOCATION:Packing House – Atrium 532 W. First St\, Claremont CA 91711 URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-gallery-45/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover Claremont X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-chamber-of-comm erce-annual-village-venture-arts-crafts-faire/2028-10-28 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dragonflies DTSTART:20260919T020000Z DTEND:20260919T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T054551Z UID:162926-1789758000-1789767000@hollywoodforever.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:7PM DOORS LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T054551Z LOCATION:The Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever\, 5970 Santa Monica Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90038\, United States URL:https://hollywoodforever.com/event/dragonflies/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Hollywood Forever X-SOURCE-URL:https://hollywoodforever.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:South Bay Orchid Society Fall Show & Sale DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260811T000416Z UID:10000113-1789812000-1789920000@pvartcenter.org CATEGORIES:arts,market DESCRIPTION:South Bay Orchid Society\n6th Annual Fall Show & Sale\nSaturda y & Sunday \nSeptember 19 & 20\, 2026 \nShow & Sale Hours: 10am – 4pm \n Admission fee: Adults $5.00 Children (under 12): FREE \nPayments accepted: Cash\, Checks\, Credit Cards \nThe show will feature dozens of award winn ing and blooming orchids on exhibit from various genera grown to perfectio n by society members who compete for ribbons\, trophies\, and awards.  \n Local California commercial growers\, international nurseries\, and favori te vendors will be offering a wide range and very unique selection of spec ies and hybrid orchids of various genera\, companion plants\, succulents\, bromeliads\, carnivorous plants\, hoyas\, ferns\, exotic and rare plants\ , foliage plants\, ceramic pots\, growing supplies/media\, and lots more f or sale. Many of the orchids can be grown outdoors in the Southern Califor nia area. Hourly raffles will be held throughout the show (must be present to claim prize).\n \nMore information: southbayorchidsociety.com/Show LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T000416Z LOCATION:Palos Verdes Art Center\, 5504 Crestridge Rd.\, Rancho Palos Verd es\, CA\, 90275\, United States URL:https://pvartcenter.org/upcoming_events/south-bay-orchid-society-sprin g-show-sale/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angel es-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:PVAC :: Palos Verdes Art Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://pvartcenter.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260819T002711Z UID:44cseoj81g25v4rbei95mqcbdn@google.com CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T002711Z LOCATION:Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum\, 18127 Alameda St\, Compton\, CA 9 0220\, USA X-SOURCE-NAME:lasouthchamber@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.lasouthchamber.com/upcoming-events.html END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Guided Garden Tour - September 19\, 2026 DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260823T180700Z UID:17208-1789812000-1789815600@www.botgard.ucla.edu CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join a Garden Guide for a free tour on September 19\, 2026 at 10 am. Explore our living museum featuring collections of plants from arou nd the globe! \nYou’ll hear the stories of selected plants in the Garden and their relevance to human society. All ages are welcome. Tours meet a t the La Kretz Garden Pavilion at the northern end of the Garden and are given a grace period of 5 minutes. \n  \n  \nOur tours are free\; becom e a member to support free public programming and access member-exclusive events. LAST-MODIFIED:20260823T180700Z LOCATION:707 Tiverton Dr\, 707 Tiverton Drive\, Los Angeles\, CA 90095\, L os Angeles\, CA\, 90095\, US URL:https://www.botgard.ucla.edu/event/guided-tour-september-19-2026/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Mathias Botanical Garden X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.botgard.ucla.edu/event/biomimicry-in-the-garden-d rawing-inspiration-from-plants-for-technology-design END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Japanese Garden Tour DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T192750Z UID:10006958-1789812000-1789815600@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 60 years of our Japanese Garden with a guided walkin g tour led by the Japanese garden history expert Daisuke Murata. \nPresent ed alongside our Sound of Water exhibition\, this special anniversary stro ll reveals fascinating stories behind our garden’s unique architecture\, landscape\, and water features. Come celebrate this milestone with us! \n This program is presented in partnership with the Japan Foundation. \nIncl uded with admission or membership\, no event registration required. \n\nAb out Daisuke Murata \nDaisuke Murata\, PhD\, is a researcher specializing i n Japanese art history. His areas of expertise include modern and contempo rary Japanese art\, Japanese gardens\, and Japanese ceramics. He also work ed at three museums in Japan as a curator: the 21st Century Museum of Cont emporary Art\, Kanazawa (2003–2012)\; the Toyama Glass Art (2013–2015) \; the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art (2015–2020).\n \n\nSound of Water : Feminine Expressions of Fluidity and its programs are generously funded\ , in part\, by Perenchio Foundation\, Pasadena Art Alliance\, and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Cul ture. \nThe Japan Foundation\, Los Angeles\, is a Community Partner for t his program. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T192750Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/japanese-garden-tour/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sound of Water DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T070118Z UID:10005298-1789812000-1789833600@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surro unded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall\, Japan depends on wat er for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. \nIn contemporary Jap anese art\, water continues to be a powerful theme.  \nSound of Water: Fe minine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings\, prints\, and sculpture s by six Japanese women artists: Emiko Aida\, Miya Ando\, Yumiko Glover\, Mineko Grimmer\, Yuko Kimura\, and Ayomi Yoshida. \nTheir works explore w ater’s many moods and manifestations —serene and soft\, yet also power ful and unpredictable—inviting us to consider our own relationship with this essential element as we face climatic extremes throughout the world. \nThe exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens and is curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur. \nThe exhibition is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery from June 20\, 2026 –January 3\, 20276\, 10am–4pm daily. \nView the catalog \nEntry to the Sturt Haaga Gallery is included in the price of admission or membership. \nArtwork: Yumiko Glover\, Traces of Memory\, 2023 (detail). Courtesy of t he artist.\n\nSpecial Programs \nThursday\, August 27\, 10–11:30am — J apanese Screen Art Workshop \n\nSound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fl uidity and its programs are generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio F oundation\, Pasadena Art Alliance\, the Los Angeles County Board of Super visors through the Department of Arts and Culture\, and an endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. \nThe Japan Foundation\, Los A ngeles\, is a Community Partner for this exhibition. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T070118Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/sound-of-water/2026-09-19/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LA’s Garden DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T070118Z UID:10005536-1789812000-1789833600@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Curated by Rosten Woo\, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stor ies rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. \nWhile our 150 acres offer a natural escape\, they also hold a deep\, living history. \nDiscover who shaped our collections and landscapes\, why they look the way they do\, an d how they continue to change. The exhibition brings history to life by pa iring archival maps\, documents\, and vintage photographs with contemporar y artistic perspectives. \nAt Descanso\, the history of the plants is the history of the people. From the ancient stewardship of indigenous communit ies to the legacies of Japanese-American nurserymen and visionary voluntee rs\, every plant tells a story of human passion and resilience. \nThe exhi bition is open at the Boddy House from July 18–November 29\, 2026\, 10am –4pm daily. \nEntry to the Boddy House is included in the price of admis sion or membership. \n\nSpecial Programs \n\nJuly 17\, 5–7pm — Opening Reception\nJuly 18\, 11am–12pm or 1pm–2pm — Curator Tours\n\n\nLA ’s Garden is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundation and a n endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T070118Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/las-garden-2026/2026-09-19/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ikebana Display DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T070125Z UID:10006956-1789812000-1789833600@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Desca nso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Ja panese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony\, balance\, and an ap preciation for the fleeting beauty of nature. \nThe exhibition is open in Minka\, Japanese Garden\, from September 14–20\, 2026\, 10am–4pm daily . \nEntry is included in the price of admission or membership. \n\nInspire d by the gentle sound of water flowing through the garden\, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a deeper sense of calm\, rhythm\, and conn ection with the natural surroundings. \nPresented by Group Yokou\, this ex hibition highlights Sogetsu Ikebana\, a style rooted in centuries-old trad ition and redefined as a practice for the modern era with the belief that ikebana can be created anytime\, anywhere\, by anyone. \nThis philosophy m oved the art beyond the confines of tearooms and temples\, encouraging exp erimentation\, personal expression\, and the use of unconventional materia ls such as metal\, glass\, stone\, and everyday objects. The result is a d ynamic\, living art form that seamlessly connects tradition with innovatio n. \n\nThis program is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundati on. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T070125Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/ikebana-display-2026/2026-09-19/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:200th Birthday Bicentennial Celebration | Dominguez Rancho Adobe M useum\, Rancho Dominguez DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182836Z UID:10020047163-1789812000-1789833600@kidsguidemagazine.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19\, 2026 \nCelebrate 200 years of art\, history\, and culture at this free\, all-day community event at the Doming uez Rancho Adobe Museum. \nWatch a never-before-seen Bicentennial play per formed outdoors with a live orchestra at 1pm — bring a picnic blanket! T wo brand-new intern-created exhibitions are also on display\, exploring tr easures from the museum’s archives. \nListen to stories from a Native Am erican representative storyteller\, explore the historic adobe home on a g uided tour\, and sit in on mosaic artist talks. Food trucks will be on-sit e throughout the day\, along with hands-on children’s activities. \nActi vities include: \n\nBicentennial play with live orchestra (1pm\, outdoors) \nNative American storytelling\nGuided tours of the historic adobe home\nM osaic artist talks\nManuel Timeline Exhibition\nArchives Bizarre Exhibitio n\nHands-on children’s activities\nFood trucks on-site all day\n\nAdmiss ion is free. \n————— \nBefore You Go: Visit Dominguez Rancho Ado be Museum‘s website for updates and details. This event is organized by Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum. Kidsguide is an independent community resou rce helping families discover fun events across Southern California. \nLoo king for more family fun? Explore more family-friendly events on our blog\ , browse our calendar\, check out limited-time exhibits and experiences\, or subscribe to our newsletter for weekly updates. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182836Z LOCATION:Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum\, 18127 South Alameda Street\, Ranc ho Dominguez\, CA URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/200th-birthday-bicentennial-celebr ation-dominguez-rancho-adobe-museum-rancho-dominguez/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Kidsguide X-SOURCE-URL:https://kidsguidemagazine.com/event/la-carnival-on-the-shaw-l iberation-plaza-los-angeles END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FREE PAINTING SESSIONS at Boone Children's Gallery DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T121306Z UID:10032397-1789815600-1789837200@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts,family,free DESCRIPTION:SATURDAYS – LACMA\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover the captivatin g world of brush painting through our captivating and FREE painting sessio ns at Boone Children’s Gallery! Art enthusiasts of all generations\, fro m the young to the young at heart\, are cordially welcomed to partake in t his artistic journey. Our doors are open wide\, extending an invitation to you to immerse yourself in the realm of colors\, strokes\, and boundless creativity. \nSATURDAY | 11:00 AM \nBOONE CHILDREN’S GALLERY – LACMA \ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur dedicated team of friendly and experienced staff member s is eagerly poised to serve as your artistic guides. They will not only i ntroduce you to fundamental painting techniques but also offer invaluable tips that will elevate your artistic prowess. For those with little ones i n tow\, worry not! We’ve arranged high chairs to accommodate our tiniest artists\, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone.\n \n\n\n\n\nNo need to fret about prior painting experience – this is an i nclusive and inviting space for everyone. Whether you’re flying solo\, b ringing along friends\, or making it a family affair\, there’s a canvas waiting for your unique touch. Let your creativity flow freely and discove r the thrill of expressing yourself through art. \n \nTo ensure an intimat e and personalized experience\, we kindly ask that you keep your group siz e in mind. Feel free to indulge in the artistic atmosphere\, but we do req uest that you leave the snacks and beverages outside our studio. This help s us preserve the pristine ambiance that sets the stage for your artistic adventures. \n \nSo\, what are you waiting for? Join us in a celebration o f art\, imagination\, and community. Unleash your creativity\, meet fellow art enthusiasts\, and paint your way into a world of inspiration. With op en arms\, we invite you to be a part of this enriching and colorful journe y. Come one\, come all\, and let’s paint the town – together! \nMasks are strongly recommended indoors for everyone. Learn more about all of t he museum’s health and safety protocols. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nlacma.org/event/boone-childrens-galler y\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T121306Z LOCATION:LACMA\, 5905 Wilshire Boulevard\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, Unit ed States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/boone-childrens-gallery-workshops/202 6-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-c a X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T062222Z UID:10019438-1789819200-1789833600@discoverclaremont.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron\nAugust 15–November 15\, 2026\nClaremont Lewis Museum of Art\n200 W. First St.\, Claremont\nExhibit ion Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella Lewis \nThe Claremont Lewis Museum of Art exhibition Samella! Black as Lacquer a nd Iron illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. S amella Lewis as an art historian\, educator\, philanthropist\, and artist. Curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr\, the exhibition includes wo rks by Claude Lewis\, Harmon Outlaw\, Alison Saar\, Howard Smith and other s\, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. \nA seminal figure in 20th-century American art\, Samella Sanders Lewis (1923-2022) was a trail blazing art history professor at Scripps College and considered the first American woman polymath of African descent to receive a PhD in the history of art. Her life and global legacy celebrate and perpetuate the visual ar ts not only of African Americans and Africans but also of Asians\, Asian A mericans\, Austronesians\, and other indigenous peoples within and neighbo ring the Pacific Rim and Western Hemisphere. \nThe exhibition\, sponsored in part by Gould Asset Management LLC\, will open with a reception on Satu rday\, August 15 from 5-8 p.m.\, and remain on view through November 15\, 2026. \nThe Museum is open Thursday through Sunday in the historic Claremo nt Depot at 200 W. First Street next to the Metrolink Station. For hours a nd more information visit clmoa.org.\n.\nContact: Claremont Lewis Museum o f Art\nMore Info: https://clmoa.org/exhibit/samella/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T062222Z LOCATION:Claremont Lewis Museum of Art – Claremont Depot 200 W. First St reet\, Claremont CA 91711 US URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/exhibition-samella-black-as-lacque r-and-iron-15/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-ang eles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover Claremont X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-chamber-of-comm erce-annual-village-venture-arts-crafts-faire/2028-10-28 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Other Places art fair DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260920T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T001617Z UID:25331-1789819200-1789844400@www.sanpedrocalendar.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:OPaf 8 features workshops\, demonstrations\, performances\, an d more at Angels Gate Cultural Center. \nThe eighth Other Places art fair (OPaf)\, a highly anticipated annual community contemporary art festival\, will take place at Angels Gate Cultural Center (3601 S. Gaffey St\, San P edro 90731) on September 19\, 2026\, from 12pm to 7pm. This free\, annual event is open to the public and has supported unconventional and underrepr esented artists\, art project spaces\, and art programming since its found ing in 2017. \nOPaf 8 will host over thirty booths featuring over 100 part icipating local\, national\, and international contemporary artists gather ing in and around Battery Leary-Merriam\, a decommissioned Army battery on the grounds of Angels Gate Cultural Center. Operating outside traditional art systems\, Other Places art fair provides a platform for artists of al l backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses\, creating an inclusive\, outdoor space for artistic projects united by the intention to exist in alternati ve settings free of commercial boundaries. \nIn addition to booths\, OPaf 8 will feature performances\, readings\, and talks\, and the return of the OPaf Workshop Tent – an educational community art workshop area and vib rant hub for community engagement offering a range of interactive workshop s and creative activities\, including hands-on weaving\, voice and Rhythm meditation\, embroidery\, printmaking\, and mixed media sculpture workshop s. The workshops this year will also culminate with a communal kite buildi ng project\, which will be flown at the closing of the event\nAlso debutin g at this year’s event is a feature artist reading\, talks\, music\, and performance area hosted by bed crumb show. \nOther Places is committed to providing a public exhibition space for hundreds of diverse artists and t housands of attendees\, with a focus on equality and community. Other Plac es art fair strives to create a community-driven\, culturally relevant ann ual art festival welcoming people from all backgrounds.\nOther Places art fair has been featured in Art Forum\, LA Weekly\, KCRW\, and Hyperallergic \, demonstrating its impact on the art community. Join Other Places art fa ir for a day of inspiring art\, engaging workshops\, and meaningful connec tions. \n— \nParticipants:\nDevils Food Vending / Gene’s Dispensary / Roofless Painters / bed crumb\nshow/ SULA Turner Residency (AJ Miller / Da nielle Chandler / Melanie\nBisbach) / Harvest & Gather / P.A.D. [Project A rt Distribution] / Escolar /\nDepartment of Devotion / LAWWSS (Los Angeles Woodwind Skill\nShare) / Cartlife / GAG! (Gallery Attendants’ Gallery) / Ditch Projects / Flower Head / Yadira Dockstader / Project PAINT: The Pr ison Arts Initiative / Locker 2 / Gracie Moon / Saint Remy Arts / QuorumQu orum / Brian Black and Zane S.B. : Graphite Meditation Station / Bren Perr y / Farshid Bazmandegan / Upwell Art Lab / MystiCorp / and more. \nWorksho ps by:\nCindy Macias / Rafe Axne / Jess Ofelia Sandoval / Cristina Tejada / Benjamin Reiss & Chris Warr / Kristen Jean Wheatley \nReadings\, Talks\, & Performances by:\nYadira Dockstader / Morgan Mandalay / GAG! x the burb ank police department / Diana Relth / Cindy Macias \nPhoto by Jose Cordon. LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T001617Z LOCATION:Angels Gate Cultural Center\, 3601 S. Gaffey St\, San Pedro\, CA\ , 90731\, United States URL:https://www.sanpedrocalendar.com/event/25331/?utm_source=caldiscovery& utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:San Pedro Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sanpedrocalendar.com/venue/los-angeles-maritime-m arine-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Art Workshop-Angels Gate Cultural Center DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T213000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T054551Z UID:24059-1789822800-1789828200@www.sanpedrocalendar.com CATEGORIES:arts,education,family DESCRIPTION:It’s Family Art Workshop with Angels Gate Cultural Center! A ngels Gate offers monthly free art workshops. All are welcome. Art activit ies for kids and adults\, ages 1 to 101! Children must be accompanied by a n adult at all times. Pets are not allowed inside our galleries or classro oms. \nJoin us for our first public program of 2025 – \nJanuary ‘s Fam ily Art Workshop with Artist-Teacher Clarisse Abelarde ! \nFamily Tapestry : Painting Our Story Through Colors & Symbols \nCelebrate your family’s unique story with a vibrant\, collaborative masterpiece! In this workshop\ , families will combine meaningful symbols and colors to create an abstrac t family portrait that tells a visual tale of their memories\, values \, a nd connections . Through painting\, personal symbols \, and shared creativ e expression \, families will craft a colorful canvas that honors their bo nds and celebrates their individuality. \nMeet your teacher in Building A ’s Gallery and we will walk over to our classroom in Building G. \nAll m aterials are provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all tim es. Pets are not allowed inside our galleries or classrooms. \nIf the even t is sold out\, we encourage you to come in case there are no-shows! \nQue stions? Email gloria@angelsgateart.org & marissa@angelsgateart.org \nThis event is brought to you through generous support from the California Arts Council. \nReserve a Spot LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T054551Z LOCATION:Angels Gate Cultural Center\, 3601 S. Gaffey St\, San Pedro\, CA\ , 90731\, United States URL:https://www.sanpedrocalendar.com/event/family-art-workshop-angels-gate -cultural-center-6/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_ campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:San Pedro Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.sanpedrocalendar.com/venue/los-angeles-maritime-m arine-museum END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:"Excavations: traces beneath surface” by Nida Amin. Opening Rece ption DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T001355Z UID:2mtu1mp27cpiprhhvnhh7bds87@google.com CATEGORIES:arts LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T001355Z X-SOURCE-NAME:Collage Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.collageartculture.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dragonflies DTSTART:20260920T020000Z DTEND:20260920T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260801T001719Z UID:163242-1789844400-1789853400@hollywoodforever.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:7PM DOORS LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T001719Z LOCATION:The Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever\, 5970 Santa Monica Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90038\, United States URL:https://hollywoodforever.com/event/dragonflies-2/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Hollywood Forever X-SOURCE-URL:https://hollywoodforever.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pressed Plant Art: Fall Colors - Art Class at California Botanic G arden DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T002035Z UID:10019621-1789898400-1789905600@discoverclaremont.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:‍Class Dates: This two-part class meets twice.Session 1: Su nday\, September 20Session 2: Sunday\, September 27 \n‍Class Description : \nJoin Annica Wu—CalBG Herbarium Collections Manager—and learn to co llect and preserve plants using herbarium techniques to create one-of-a-ki nd art pieces (cards\, postcards\, bookmarks). Week 1 will be the collecti on component where we will walk around the garden to collect beautiful fal l plants and learn about field collection. In the second week of the class \, participants will create art using the plants collected during week 1. \nClass Components:On the first day\, expect a light and easy walk around the garden. A tram ride is available if requested. On the second day\, the re will be contact with glue and some pointy tools like forceps. On both d ays\, there will be contact with plants. \n‍Pricing:Public | $75Member | $65 \n‍Important Note About Materials: All material needed will be pro vided for this class. \nContact: California Botanic GardenEmail: registrar @calbg.orgPhone: 909.625.8767 \nVisit https://www.calbg.org/events-progra ms/events for tickets and more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T002035Z LOCATION:California Botanic Garden\, 1500 N College Ave\, Claremont\, CA 9 1711\, USA URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/pressed-plant-art-fall-colors-art- class-at-california-botanic-garden/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics &utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover Claremont X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-chamber-of-comm erce-annual-village-venture-arts-crafts-faire/2028-10-28 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T002035Z UID:10019440-1789898400-1789920000@discoverclaremont.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron\nAugust 15–November 15\, 2026\nClaremont Lewis Museum of Art\n200 W. First St.\, Claremont\nExhibit ion Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella Lewis \nThe Claremont Lewis Museum of Art exhibition Samella! Black as Lacquer a nd Iron illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. S amella Lewis as an art historian\, educator\, philanthropist\, and artist. Curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr\, the exhibition includes wo rks by Claude Lewis\, Harmon Outlaw\, Alison Saar\, Howard Smith and other s\, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. \nA seminal figure in 20th-century American art\, Samella Sanders Lewis (1923-2022) was a trail blazing art history professor at Scripps College and considered the first American woman polymath of African descent to receive a PhD in the history of art. Her life and global legacy celebrate and perpetuate the visual ar ts not only of African Americans and Africans but also of Asians\, Asian A mericans\, Austronesians\, and other indigenous peoples within and neighbo ring the Pacific Rim and Western Hemisphere. \nThe exhibition\, sponsored in part by Gould Asset Management LLC\, will open with a reception on Satu rday\, August 15 from 5-8 p.m.\, and remain on view through November 15\, 2026. \nThe Museum is open Thursday through Sunday in the historic Claremo nt Depot at 200 W. First Street next to the Metrolink Station. For hours a nd more information visit clmoa.org.\n.\nContact: Claremont Lewis Museum o f Art\nMore Info: https://clmoa.org/exhibit/samella/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T002035Z LOCATION:Claremont Lewis Museum of Art – Claremont Depot 200 W. First St reet\, Claremont CA 91711 US URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/exhibition-samella-black-as-lacque r-and-iron-16/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-ang eles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Discover Claremont X-SOURCE-URL:https://discoverclaremont.com/event/claremont-chamber-of-comm erce-annual-village-venture-arts-crafts-faire/2028-10-28 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sound of Water DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T125316Z UID:10005299-1789898400-1789920000@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surro unded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall\, Japan depends on wat er for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. \nIn contemporary Jap anese art\, water continues to be a powerful theme.  \nSound of Water: Fe minine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings\, prints\, and sculpture s by six Japanese women artists: Emiko Aida\, Miya Ando\, Yumiko Glover\, Mineko Grimmer\, Yuko Kimura\, and Ayomi Yoshida. \nTheir works explore w ater’s many moods and manifestations —serene and soft\, yet also power ful and unpredictable—inviting us to consider our own relationship with this essential element as we face climatic extremes throughout the world. \nThe exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens and is curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur. \nThe exhibition is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery from June 20\, 2026 –January 3\, 20276\, 10am–4pm daily. \nView the catalog \nEntry to the Sturt Haaga Gallery is included in the price of admission or membership. \nArtwork: Yumiko Glover\, Traces of Memory\, 2023 (detail). Courtesy of t he artist.\n\nSpecial Programs \nThursday\, August 27\, 10–11:30am — J apanese Screen Art Workshop \n\nSound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fl uidity and its programs are generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio F oundation\, Pasadena Art Alliance\, the Los Angeles County Board of Super visors through the Department of Arts and Culture\, and an endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. \nThe Japan Foundation\, Los A ngeles\, is a Community Partner for this exhibition. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T125316Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/sound-of-water/2026-09-20/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LA’s Garden DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T125316Z UID:10005537-1789898400-1789920000@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Curated by Rosten Woo\, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stor ies rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. \nWhile our 150 acres offer a natural escape\, they also hold a deep\, living history. \nDiscover who shaped our collections and landscapes\, why they look the way they do\, an d how they continue to change. The exhibition brings history to life by pa iring archival maps\, documents\, and vintage photographs with contemporar y artistic perspectives. \nAt Descanso\, the history of the plants is the history of the people. From the ancient stewardship of indigenous communit ies to the legacies of Japanese-American nurserymen and visionary voluntee rs\, every plant tells a story of human passion and resilience. \nThe exhi bition is open at the Boddy House from July 18–November 29\, 2026\, 10am –4pm daily. \nEntry to the Boddy House is included in the price of admis sion or membership. \n\nSpecial Programs \n\nJuly 17\, 5–7pm — Opening Reception\nJuly 18\, 11am–12pm or 1pm–2pm — Curator Tours\n\n\nLA ’s Garden is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundation and a n endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T125316Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/las-garden-2026/2026-09-20/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ikebana Display DTSTART:20260920T170000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T125137Z UID:10006957-1789898400-1789920000@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Desca nso Gardens by exploring imaginative ikebana displays—the traditional Ja panese art of flower arranging that reflects harmony\, balance\, and an ap preciation for the fleeting beauty of nature. \nThe exhibition is open in Minka\, Japanese Garden\, from September 14–20\, 2026\, 10am–4pm daily . \nEntry is included in the price of admission or membership. \n\nInspire d by the gentle sound of water flowing through the garden\, the exhibition invites visitors to experience a deeper sense of calm\, rhythm\, and conn ection with the natural surroundings. \nPresented by Group Yokou\, this ex hibition highlights Sogetsu Ikebana\, a style rooted in centuries-old trad ition and redefined as a practice for the modern era with the belief that ikebana can be created anytime\, anywhere\, by anyone. \nThis philosophy m oved the art beyond the confines of tearooms and temples\, encouraging exp erimentation\, personal expression\, and the use of unconventional materia ls such as metal\, glass\, stone\, and everyday objects. The result is a d ynamic\, living art form that seamlessly connects tradition with innovatio n. \n\nThis program is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundati on. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T125137Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/ikebana-display-2026/2026-09-20/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:IAO Collections Smelling Session: Industrial (in person) DTSTART:20260920T210000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T054542Z UID:10001115-1789912800-1789920000@artandolfaction.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iao-collections-smelling -session-industrial-in-person-tickets-1994238542163 \n– \nWhat does indu stry smell like? Join us to experience a curated set of scents from the IA O Collections\, with fellow enthusiasts of perfume and industrial smells! Our discussion will focus on our impressions of these scents\, as well as their concordance with the theme. This session presents a unique opportuni ty to smell and discuss otherwise inaccessible fine fragrances\, perfume m aterials\, and ephemera from deep inside our archives\; excellent for both the die-hard perfume fan and the casual but curious nose. \nNote to retur ning students: If you have attended past smelling sessions\, there may be some overlap with previous scents from earlier sessions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T054542Z LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Ang eles\, CA\, 90012\, United States URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/iao-collections-smelling-session-in dustrial-in-person/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=lo s-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Institute for Art and Olfaction X-SOURCE-URL:https://artandolfaction.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Ukulele Jam with Taeri & Katie DTSTART:20260920T210000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T125001Z UID:4g25ebe6p9l5l2vav3maksepch@google.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Join Taeri and Katie of Popoki House every Third Sunday of the month from 2pm to 4pm for our revamped Ukulele Jam.  Please bring a copy of The Daily Ukulele book and/or a tablet if you have them\, a music stan d\, and your uke. All skill levels welcome! Mahalo nui!  RSVP on our web site: https://www.collageartculture.org/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T125001Z LOCATION:Collage: A Place for Art and Culture\, 731 S Pacific Ave\, San Pe dro\, CA 90731 X-SOURCE-NAME:Collage Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.collageartculture.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:San Pedro Heritage Museum San Pedro on Film DTSTART:20260920T220000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T001943Z UID:10001079-1789916400-1789916400@grandvision.org CATEGORIES:arts,film DESCRIPTION:In this new San Pedro on Film presentation\, host Joshua Steck er (San Pedro Today publisher and San Pedro Heritage Museum president) wil l present a video showcase called “San Pedro in Disguise.” Whether in a big-budget blockbuster or a commercial that’s over in seconds\, San Pe dro has countless credits as a stand-in for myriad cities across the decad es. The San Pedro Heritage Museum will explore the port town’s recurring role as a chameleon on film and television. The live talk will feature cl ips from notable films\, TV shows\, and commercials shot in San Pedro\, as well as historical photos\, fun facts\, raffle prizes\, merch\, and more. \nAll seating is first-come\, first-served. Proceeds from tickets\, merch andise\, and raffle sales will benefit the San Pedro Heritage Museum. \nTh is event is presented by San Pedro Heritage Museum. Please contact them for all questions related to this event. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T001943Z LOCATION:The Grand Annex\, 434 W. 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731 URL:https://grandvision.org/event/san-pedro-heritage-museum-san-pedro-on-f ilm-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Grandvision.org X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.grandvision.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CRAFT CONTEMPORARY MUSEUM DTSTART:20260921T010000Z DTEND:20260921T070000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T001400Z UID:10048514-1789927200-1789948800@www.free2funla.com CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:FREE EVERY SUNDAY–  Los Angeles\nVISIT THE CRAFT MUSEUM TOD AY! Located on Los Angeles’ historic Miracle Mile since 1965\, Craft Con temporary reveals the potential of craft to educate\, captivate\, provoke\ , and empower. \nThis unique museum engages people through its diverse exh ibitions and programs that challenge established ideas about craft and fol k art and inspire a sense of inquiry and creativity within all people. \n \nOPEN FROM WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY\n11:00am – 5:00pm\nWE LOOK FORWARD TO SE EING YOU!\n\n\n\nADMISSION\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSUNDAY: PAY WHAT YOU CAN\nMember s: Free\nGeneral: $9\nStudents\, Teachers: $7\nTeenTix Pass Holders: $5\n( See below for more information)\nSeniors over 65: $7\nChildren under 10: $ 7\n\nAll visitors will be required to follow our COVID-19 protocols: \n\nP lease stay home if you are sick or have COVID-19 symptoms.\nMasks required .\nMaintain physical distance.\nWash and sanitize please!\n\n\n\n\nCRAFT A T HOME\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith the museum reopening\, Craft Contemporary remai ns dedicated to providing new ways for you to enjoy craft and stay creativ ely engaged —  whether it’s here with us or at home. Each week we’l l be bringing you digital content to deepen your relationship to craft. Fo llow along with our easy at-home craft projects\, tune in to artist talks from our archives\, and stay inspired with our virtual artist studio visit s. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n5814 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036 \ n\n⁣Founded as a museum in 1973\, Craft Contemporary reveals the potenti al of craft to educate\, captivate\, provoke\, and empower. With a focus o n contemporary art made from craft media and processes\, Craft Contemporar y presents dynamic exhibitions by established and emerging artists and des igners who are often underrepresented in larger art institutions. Craft Co ntemporary complements these exhibitions with a creative line-up of educat ional programs\, including hands-on workshops led by professional artists. Craft Contemporary cultivates an environment for people in Los Angeles to deepen their relationship to art\, creativity\, and one another. \n \nOUR HISTORY\n⁣In 2018\, the museum board of trustees voted to change the na me of the Craft & Folk Art Museum to Craft Contemporary to best reflect it s current mission. The name Craft Contemporary was chosen to emphasize the word ‘craft’ as a verb and a noun—celebrating both the act and outc ome of making. Craft Contemporary continues to respect the deep history of the craft field while also looking forward to its bold and exciting futur e. \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \ncraftcontemporar y.org\n \n  \nFind more LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T001400Z LOCATION:Craft Contemporary\, 5814 Wilshire Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 900 36\, United States URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/craft-contemporary-museum-2/2026-09-2 0/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:free2funLA X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/alexs-bar-noche-tropical END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sound of Water DTSTART:20260921T170000Z DTEND:20260921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T125137Z UID:10005300-1789984800-1790006400@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surro unded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall\, Japan depends on wat er for its fertile landscapes and rich food sources. \nIn contemporary Jap anese art\, water continues to be a powerful theme.  \nSound of Water: Fe minine Expressions of Fluidity features paintings\, prints\, and sculpture s by six Japanese women artists: Emiko Aida\, Miya Ando\, Yumiko Glover\, Mineko Grimmer\, Yuko Kimura\, and Ayomi Yoshida. \nTheir works explore w ater’s many moods and manifestations —serene and soft\, yet also power ful and unpredictable—inviting us to consider our own relationship with this essential element as we face climatic extremes throughout the world. \nThe exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden at Descanso Gardens and is curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur. \nThe exhibition is open at the Sturt Haaga Gallery from June 20\, 2026 –January 3\, 20276\, 10am–4pm daily. \nView the catalog \nEntry to the Sturt Haaga Gallery is included in the price of admission or membership. \nArtwork: Yumiko Glover\, Traces of Memory\, 2023 (detail). Courtesy of t he artist.\n\nSpecial Programs \nThursday\, August 27\, 10–11:30am — J apanese Screen Art Workshop \n\nSound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fl uidity and its programs are generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio F oundation\, Pasadena Art Alliance\, the Los Angeles County Board of Super visors through the Department of Arts and Culture\, and an endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. \nThe Japan Foundation\, Los A ngeles\, is a Community Partner for this exhibition. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T125137Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/sound-of-water/2026-09-21/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LA’s Garden DTSTART:20260921T170000Z DTEND:20260921T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T125137Z UID:10005538-1789984800-1790006400@www.descansogardens.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Curated by Rosten Woo\, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stor ies rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens. \nWhile our 150 acres offer a natural escape\, they also hold a deep\, living history. \nDiscover who shaped our collections and landscapes\, why they look the way they do\, an d how they continue to change. The exhibition brings history to life by pa iring archival maps\, documents\, and vintage photographs with contemporar y artistic perspectives. \nAt Descanso\, the history of the plants is the history of the people. From the ancient stewardship of indigenous communit ies to the legacies of Japanese-American nurserymen and visionary voluntee rs\, every plant tells a story of human passion and resilience. \nThe exhi bition is open at the Boddy House from July 18–November 29\, 2026\, 10am –4pm daily. \nEntry to the Boddy House is included in the price of admis sion or membership. \n\nSpecial Programs \n\nJuly 17\, 5–7pm — Opening Reception\nJuly 18\, 11am–12pm or 1pm–2pm — Curator Tours\n\n\nLA ’s Garden is generously funded\, in part\, by Perenchio Foundation and a n endowment from Heather Sturt Haaga and Paul G. Haaga\, Jr. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T125137Z URL:https://www.descansogardens.org/event/las-garden-2026/2026-09-21/?utm_ source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Descanso Gardens X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.descansogardens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:April Jones interview DTSTART:20260921T180000Z DTEND:20260921T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T001355Z UID:92152029-A2B8-4D6B-974B-F666473F86E6 CATEGORIES:arts,literary LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T001355Z LOCATION:COLLAGE: A Place for Art and Culture\n731 S Pacific Ave\, San Ped ro\, CA 90731\, United States X-SOURCE-NAME:Collage Public Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.collageartculture.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Introduction to Perfume Blending: Freestyle (in person) DTSTART:20260922T000000Z DTEND:20260922T023000Z DTSTAMP:20260806T002225Z UID:10001126-1790010000-1790019000@artandolfaction.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-perfume- blending-freestyle-in-person-tickets-1996520739276 \n– \nJoin us for Int roduction to Blending\, a class for beginners to perfumery that is focused on learning how to blend with aromatic materials\, and how to create (and balance) a formula. Perfume-lovers and burgeoning olfactory artists have the opportunity to jump right into making their scent dreams a reality\, w ith access to the hundreds of aromatic materials in the IAO lab space. \nT he class will begin with a quick primer to the world of aromatic materials : synthetics vs. naturals\, top/middle/base notes\, and dilutions. Partici pants will be guided through the process of setting up a workstation and h ow to write a perfume formula\, with proportions and balance in mind. \nTh e second portion of the class will be the open exploration of the IAO Orga n by all participants. After making individual selections\, we will get to blending! With Julianne Lee guiding the class\, each participant will lea rn to make bold changes\, subtle refinements\, and expand their final form ula into a small spray vial to take home. LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T002225Z LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Ang eles\, CA\, 90012\, United States URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/introduction-to-perfume-blending-fr eestyle-in-person-4/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=l os-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Institute for Art and Olfaction X-SOURCE-URL:https://artandolfaction.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Time-Out Tuesdays: Art\, Play\, and Relaxation DTSTART:20260922T190000Z DTEND:20260922T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260915T003215Z UID:calendar.54182.field_date_range.0@site CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Intro copy \n\nStep away from screens\, books\, and assignment s for a low-pressure\nbreak designed to help you relax and recharge. Choos e from coloring\,\npainting\, puzzles\, LEGO building\, fidgets\, calming strips\, and other\nhands-on activities while connecting with a welcoming community. LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T003215Z LOCATION:Location \n Academic Commons [/locations/academic-commons] URL:https://www.oxy.edu/events/2026/09/time-out-tuesdays-art-play-and-rela xation-2?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-c a X-SOURCE-NAME:iCal Events Feed X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.oxy.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Autumn Smells: Perfume-Making Workshop (in person) DTSTART:20260923T010000Z DTEND:20260923T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T054542Z UID:10001116-1790100000-1790107200@artandolfaction.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autumn-smells-perfume-ma king-workshop-in-person-tickets-1994237003561 \n– \n\n\nA session celebr ating the solstice and smells of fall through the art and craft of making perfume. For beginners\, in person. \n\n\n\n\nJoin Minetta Rogers for a gu ided blending session celebrating the solstice\, the smells of fall — an d\, of course\, perfume-making! For beginners\, but all levels are welcome . \nFor the first portion of this smelling and blending session\, we will learn about some smells of the season. Scent strips will be handed out by your friendly Institute for Art and Olfaction team\, and we will spend tim e smelling and discussing our impressions of aromatic materials associated with the season. \nWe will start the second portion of the session by bri efly discussing and practicing blending scent. Each student will have the opportunity to blend with aromatic materials from the session’s selected palette. We will spend the rest of the session experimenting with our own short formulas. \nEach attendee goes home with a small trial of their aro matic blend. \n\n\n– \nImage credits: Photo from Pexels LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T054542Z LOCATION:The Institute for Art and Olfaction\, 932 Chung King Rd\, Los Ang eles\, CA\, 90012\, United States URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/autumn-smells-perfume-making-worksh op-in-person/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-ange les-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Institute for Art and Olfaction X-SOURCE-URL:https://artandolfaction.com/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Designing the Lucas Museum with Ma Yansong DTSTART:20260923T010000Z DTEND:20260923T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260909T182055Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53669802082409 CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:ADMISSION:\nAdmission is free and open to everyone. Reservatio ns required. RSVP beginning Tuesday\, August 18\, at 10 a.m.\n\nRSVP\n\nDE SCRIPTION:\nCelebrate the opening day of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art with an exclusive evening featuring the architect behind one of Los Angel es’ most anticipated cultural landmarks: Ma Yansong\, founder of MAD Arc hitects. Discover how architecture can transcend physical space to create connections between people\, cities\, and nature. \n\nWhat to Expect:\nYan song will give a presentation on his architectural practice\, including th e vision and design of the Lucas Museum\, followed by a roundtable discuss ion with Tracey Bates\, Thom Mayne\, and Eric Owen Moss\, moderated by Fra nces Anderton. \n\nBio:\nMa Yansong is the founder of MAD and one of the m ost influential architects working today. Under his creative leadership\, MAD has gained international recognition for its fluid\, organic architect ural language. His practice moves beyond the conventions of modernism and commercial development\, emphasizing emotion\, spiritual experience\, and human connection. His work extends into exhibitions\, publishing\, product design\, and the arts\, crossing disciplines and expanding the boundaries of architectural thinking. \n\nTracey Bates is the Chief Executive Office r of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. She oversees the museum’s instit utional operations\, shaping strategic vision\, revenue growth\, visitor e xperience\, and development to establish the museum as a vital cultural re source for Los Angeles and beyond. She is charged with leading the Lucas M useum into its inaugural year\, transforming a years-long vision into a th riving\, publicly accessible institution.\n\nThom Mayne FAIA ‘69 founded Morphosis in 1972 as a collective practice of architecture\, urbanism and design\, rooted in rigorous research and innovation. Working globally acr oss a broad range of project types and scales\, Morphosis is recognized fo r its innovative and sustainable designs for cultural\, civic and academic institutions. \n\nEric Owen Moss FAIA is Principal and Lead Designer of E ric Owen Moss Architects. With each new project\, EOMA explores new ways t o think\, to feel\, to see\, and to understand architecture – to continu ally ‘Make it New.’ The firm avoids traditional organization strategie s\, standardized design solutions\, and any notion of architecture as simp ly a repetitive style. Each new design endeavor is positioned within an on going search for new and imaginative ways of engaging the world\, with the aim of creating spaces where everyone can feel this powerful spirit of di scovery.\n\nFrances Anderton is an award winning author who covers Los Ang eles design and architecture in print\, broadcast media and public events\ , with a current focus on housing. For many years she hosted DnA: Design a nd Architecture radio show for KCRW public radio station.\n\n\nPresented b y the USC School of Architecture. Co-sponsored by USC Visions and Voices. \n\nPhoto (Ma Yansong): Li Xiao LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T182055Z LOCATION:Bovard Auditorium (ADM) URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/architecture-as-narrative?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Event Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/kiyo-gutierrez-bocas-indomable suntamable-mouths-mfa-solo-thesis-exhibtion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ashley Oscal: Ser Oaxaqueña Es... DTSTART:20260923T070000Z DTEND:20260924T070000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T002418Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53852167150242 CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Opening reception: Wednesday\, September 23\, 5–7pm\n\n \n\n ARTIST STATEMENT: What is home and what does it mean to have an identity? Is it shared or something more personal?\n\n \n\nThrough painting\, illust ration\, and installation\, the artist invites viewers to explore her defi nition of being a Oaxaqueña (state located in the southern part of Mexico - Oaxaca) living in the US. Across the different mediums shown\, she exam ines themes of identity\, community\, and sense of belonging to narrate he r journey of self-discovery\, all while she invites her audience to reflec t on their own experiences.\n\n \n\nThroughout the exhibition\, she questi ons her audience: What is your identity built on? What do you consider hom e? Perhaps home can be one place—or perhaps it is many places all at onc e.\n\n \n\n \n\nExhibition on view: September 24–October 13\, 2026\n\nGa llery hours: Mon–Thurs\, 9am–6pm\; Fri\, 9am–5pm\n\nHelen Lindhurst Fine Arts Gallery\, Watt Hall LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002418Z URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/ashley-oscal-ser-oaxaquena-es?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:Event Calendar Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.usc.edu/event/kiyo-gutierrez-bocas-indomable suntamable-mouths-mfa-solo-thesis-exhibtion END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:🎨 Art in the Park with Xochitl (Free) DTSTART:20260923T220000Z DTEND:20260924T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260724T182258Z UID:4tbvu0ecoo83s3kadef08nm27p_R20230524T220000@google.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:Join us for Art in the Park with Xochitl!When: The 2nd & 4th W ednesday of every month\; 3pm-5pm Where: Los Angeles State Historic Park @ The Welcome Pavilion | 1315 N. Spring Street Free for all ages and abilit ies. Art supplies are provided. LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T182258Z X-SOURCE-NAME:(PUBLIC) LASHP Community Programming & Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://lastatehistoricpark.org/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LED Light Art Class [PUBLIC] DTSTART:20260924T013000Z DTEND:20260924T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T003401Z UID:6cr36db66ss3ab9o65j68b9k6oqj6bb2ckpj4b9o6th68d1lcdgm2chhcc@google.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/led-light-art-workshop-tickets-19 99837343328?aff=oddtdtcreator LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T003401Z X-SOURCE-NAME:crashspacela@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://blog.crashspace.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lectures on Tap: Culture and Perfume (in person) DTSTART:20260924T023000Z DTEND:20260924T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000143Z UID:10001138-1790191800-1790199000@artandolfaction.com CATEGORIES:arts,education DESCRIPTION:Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lectures-on-tap-culture- and-perfume-how-perfume-shaped-history-tickets-1997805809957?aff=oddtdtcre ator \n– \nIn this lecture\, Saskia Wilson-Brown shares and discusses th ree perfume materials that shaped human culture. Drawing from her research for her upcoming book\, The Cultures of Perfume: Scents That Shaped Histo ry(releasing in November\, by D.A.P.)\, she will start the talk with a bri ef history of perfume\, going on to explore how jasmine perfumes have been historically intertwined with narratives of seduction. We will then smell musk\, and investigate its role in narratives of power in key Islamic tex ts and 18th century France. The talk ends with bergamot\, and how its use in Eau de Cologne impacted religious practices in the Americas. Join us fo r a lively exploration of scent’s role in the human experience. \nLocati on shared upon signup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000143Z URL:https://artandolfaction.com/events/lectures-on-tap-culture-and-perfume /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=los-angeles-ca X-SOURCE-NAME:The Institute for Art and Olfaction X-SOURCE-URL:https://artandolfaction.com/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR