tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14271379851631380602024-11-01T03:32:19.978-07:00info LAA Source for Information, News and Events in and around the Great City and County of Los Angeles, California.The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.comBlogger109125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-70964449300598538462011-06-17T01:46:00.000-07:002011-06-28T09:53:44.345-07:00ALERT! "infoLA" is now "The LA Informant"
Dear readers and subscribers,
This blog (infoLA) is no longer active. In order to keep our online presence under one easy to remember name, all activity will now take place via The Los Angeles Informant at http://LAinformant.com/.
For all the same great Los Angeles area content, please follow us at the new site. The Los Angeles Informant strives to keep you informed ofThe LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-34707540432596847542011-06-08T22:25:00.000-07:002011-06-08T22:25:47.523-07:002011 Huck Finn Jubilee Huck Finn Jubilee returns to Victorville, Friday 17 – 19 Sunday 2011. The 35 year old self proclaimed “great American party” annually celebrates the life and times of Tom and Huck, Mark Twain’s popular storybook characters. The Jubilee is held at the 800 acre Mojave Narrows Regional Park where unlike its high desert surroundings, is an oasis bordering the Mojave River and The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-30234511123032456842011-06-08T10:47:00.000-07:002011-06-08T18:24:04.966-07:00Have the Time of Your Life at Devil's Night!
Watch DIRTY DANCING at LA's only drive-in!
Dirty Dancing
June 11th 2011
Gates @ 7:30 Show @ 9:00
Buy Tickets here
The drive-in movie experience comes back to Los Angeles!
Every second Saturday of the month (twice monthly in the summer) a downtown Los Angeles parking garage becomes the city's only drive-in movie theater.
FM transmitters beam sound into your car'sThe LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-52859998739099562442011-06-07T14:26:00.000-07:002011-06-07T14:26:31.520-07:00LACMA After Dark – No Parents Allowed
Untitled (The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy and Other Stories) © 2011 Tim Burton
As part of its Arts For NexGen, a free youth membership program, LACMA presents After Dark. Teenagers are invited to come experience the museum for a night of art, food and music sans the parentals.
Museum security and staff will chaperone the event as teens explore LACMA's latest exhibitions, Tim The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-56159925465461908812011-06-05T13:18:00.000-07:002011-06-06T03:01:15.150-07:00Free Day at CAFAM [Summer 2011]
The Craft and Folk Art Museum (CAFAM) champions cultural understanding by presenting exhibitions and programs that bridge local and global cultures and inspire a sense of inquiry and creativity within all people. Located on Los Angeles' historic Miracle Mile, it is the city's only institution exclusively dedicated to celebrating craft and folk art. CAFAM works to recognize emerging The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-58739852489506219322011-06-04T07:19:00.000-07:002011-06-04T10:10:49.023-07:00Do-It-Yourselfers Invited to Trade In Used Oil Filters
LA County Public Works will trade new motor oil filters for old during its filter exchange event on Saturday 11 June from 10am to 2pm. Do-it-Yourselfers throughout Florence-Firestone and neighboring communities are encouraged to participate at Kragen-O'Reilly Auto Parts,1516 East Florence Ave., Los Angeles, 90001. Used motor oil is also accepted at this location. The event is The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-50147803305306624922011-06-04T03:51:00.000-07:002011-06-04T03:56:38.161-07:00Clyde Porter Festival Del Artista
This free Family Festival includes Fine Art Exhibits, Childrens Activities, Live Entertainment, Arts & Crafts, Arts and Culture Exhibitors.
The 6th Annual Clyde Porter Arts Day–Festival Del Artista will be held on Saturday 15 October inside the Clyde Porter West Valley Playhouse and along Owensmouth Avenue between the playhouse and Wyandotte Avenue in Canoga Park.
The Clyde The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-56843503725585916332011-06-04T03:05:00.000-07:002011-06-04T03:58:29.397-07:00Canoga Park Summertime Artrageous Art Walk
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As part of its centennial celebration, Canoga Park presents the Summertime Artrageous Art Walk. Walk through Canoga Park, take in the art, enjoy the music and have dinner!
The Walk will be within the Canoga Park Historic Old Town Center which will come alive with artists of all varieties sharing their work with you inside stores along the Sherman Way Corridor and The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-6627646241233136112011-06-03T06:16:00.000-07:002011-06-03T06:16:17.947-07:00Free to Be – Freedom Festival [2011] Empowering Spirits Foundation (ESF) and Monarch Productions present the first annual Free to Be – Freedom Festival, a one-day event featuring marquee musical talent, local bands and artists, nationally known DJs coupled with educational components and empowerment ideals. Event producers anticipate that the finalized talent line will draw between 75,000 and 80,000 attendees to Los The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-63526245637853560142011-06-02T22:31:00.000-07:002011-06-03T18:21:22.928-07:00At-Risk Youth Improving Their Lives Through VIDA
Vital Intervention & Directional Alternatives (VIDA) 16-week program for at-risk youth
Vital Intervention and Directional Alternatives (VIDA) is a structured 16-week program for non-violent, at-risk youth between the ages of 11 and 17½ who are struggling with parent relationships, academics, anti-social peers/attitudes and making smart decisions. Typically, participants are referred The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-21250123763802812102011-06-02T11:53:00.000-07:002011-06-02T21:12:25.949-07:00Wine, Jazz & Moonlight Summer Concert Series [2011]
Wine, Jazz & Moonlight Summer Concert Series returns for an 8th year at Hollywood & Highland Center. Sponsored by kjazz 88.1 FM, the Wine, Jazz & Moonlight Concert Series takes place every Tuesday evening, June 7 - August 30 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Central Courtyard (2nd Level) at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Mongorama, featuring special The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-11543305566894049182011-06-02T04:30:00.000-07:002011-06-02T04:30:55.790-07:00FAA to Impose Civil Penalties for Pointing Lasers into Cockpits
Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Randy Babbitt announced today that the FAA will begin to impose civil penalties against people who point a laser into the cockpit of an aircraft.
“Our top priority is protecting the safety of the traveling public. We will not hesitate to take tough action against anyone who threatens the safety The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-37060464743908927482011-06-02T00:24:00.000-07:002011-06-02T00:36:45.579-07:00Star Trek Sci-Fi Fan Day at Frank & Son Collectible Show
On Saturday 11 June, Frank & Son Collectible show will be hosting their 2nd Annual Star Trek Sci-Fi Fan Day from 9am-5pm. If you are a Star Trek fan you will not want to miss this show because phasers have been set to fun! There will be several celebrity guests on hand signing autographs and taking pictures with fans.
Confirmed CelebritiesMarina Sirtis, Counselor Deanna Troi - The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-67445545780759357682011-06-01T19:00:00.000-07:002011-06-04T20:24:47.349-07:00Smart Gardening Workshops by LA Co Dept Of Public Works [June 2011]
Residents are encouraged to attend a free Smart Gardening workshop. No reservation needed. Learn to reduce yard waste and improve your lawn and garden. Workshops are about 1.5 hours. Get step by step instructions on how to compost, the benefits and biology.
BEGINNING Smart Gardening Workshop Attend a FREE Smart Gardening Workshop and learn more about backyard composting, worm composting, The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-32470226583849233132011-06-01T07:38:00.000-07:002011-06-04T09:12:48.973-07:00Household Hazardous Waste / Electronic Waste Collection Centers & Events [June 2011]Did you know that not all your trash belongs in your bins for your communities trash collection day? By law, Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste (HHW/E-Waste) must be disposed of at special collection centers located throughout the state.
Household Hazardous Waste is any leftover product labeled toxic, poison, corrosive, flammable, combustible, or The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-60467528762790498822011-06-01T05:59:00.000-07:002011-06-04T06:40:03.139-07:00Save Elysian Park! Annual Banquet
Grace E. Simons Lodge in Elysian Park.
The Citizens Committee to Save Elysian Park (CCSEP) is hosting its 48th Annual Banquet at 5pm on Sunday 5 June on the lawn at Grace E. Simons Lodge. There will be a dinner, raffle and live music from eco-rock group I See Hawks in L.A. The menu includes Mediterranean style finger foods, main course, and desserts.
Proceeds The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-39022344356059001852011-06-01T04:35:00.000-07:002011-06-04T05:30:06.489-07:00Lummis Day 2011 – Festival of Northeast Los Angeles
Celebrate the cultural diversity that enriches Northeast Los Angeles at the 6th Annual Lummis Day festival. The free, dual-site event features art, music, dance and poetry from 10:30am-7pm on Sunday 5 June.
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The day begins at 10:30 a.m. with live music and a poetry reading hosted by Suzanne Lummis at the Lummis Home with readings by acclaimed poet The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-61388215390150222332011-06-01T02:28:00.000-07:002011-06-02T05:57:09.572-07:00After! Art Walk in Venice
Venice Art Walk & Auctions took place on the week-end of 20-22 May. The annual event raises money for the non-profit Venice Family Clinic. During the three-day event, Venice residents open their homes to art studio and architecture tours and an art auction is held featuring artists from the community.The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-54228631971004037872011-05-31T15:21:00.000-07:002011-05-31T15:27:45.500-07:00Islands' "Miracle Menu" to Benefit Children's Hospital Los AngelesIslands Restaurants is partnering with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals to raise $100 000. Locally, this will support Children's Hopsital Los Angeles.
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Children's Hospital Los Angeles is a non-profit, academic, pediatric medical center and treats over 93 000 children a year from Los Angeles County and around Southern California. The hospital is a Level I The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-30175417000441764992011-05-30T05:40:00.000-07:002011-05-30T22:07:13.981-07:00Just the Facts: Drinking and Driving
A person who drives drunk somehow convinces himself or herself that nothing will happen, or that they are competent to drive however, the statistics show otherwise. Motor vehicle wrecks are the leading cause of death in the United States for persons under age 24, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of those deaths, more than 40 percent are alcohol-related. The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-76257890022668651522011-05-30T04:52:00.000-07:002011-06-01T00:32:18.478-07:00Free Admission for Military to Blue Star Museums in Los Angeles
The Blue Star Museums initiative is a partnership among Blue Star Families, the National Endowment for the Arts, and more than 1,000 museums across America. First launched in the summer of 2010, Blue Star Museums once again are offering free admission to active duty military personnel and their families.
The Blue Star Museums program runs from Memorial Day, May 30, 2011 through to Labor The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-61262725546472185572011-05-27T05:04:00.000-07:002011-06-01T00:54:56.995-07:00Calling All Skateboarders!Largest Skateboard Parade World Record Attempt
As part of the Venice High School Centennial Celebration, skaters in the Venice community will attempt to set a new Guinness World Record™ for "largest skateboarding parade." The current record was set this past April in Michigan with 341 skaters.
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The basic rules are pretty simple: Participants must ride The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-68341398137235756632011-05-27T02:49:00.000-07:002011-06-01T01:20:12.947-07:00Venice High Centennial Celebration (1911-2011)
Join the festivities as Venice High School celebrates 100 years!
Entrance to Administration Building. [photo credit]
The high school in Venice, CA, with its 52 students and 8 faculty began in 1911 in a rented part of the old Lagoon Bathhouse building on Winward Avenue and Coral Canal (now Main Street). After a couple years Venice Union Polytechnic School moved to its currentThe LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-85734650181253335752011-05-26T16:26:00.000-07:002011-05-26T16:26:03.975-07:00Long Beach Mid-City Studio Tour [June 2011]
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Long Beach artists will open their studios on Saturday and Sunday, June 4th and 5th, 2011 from 11 AM to 5 PM. The public is invited to see a diverse range of art works, including paintings, mixed media constructions, handmade artists’ books, prints, photographs, and jewelry.
The free event is called The Mid-City Studio Tour because of the neighborhood locations The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1427137985163138060.post-64095659009078968272011-05-26T14:05:00.000-07:002011-05-26T14:05:14.205-07:00First Fridays in Bixby Knolls, Long Beach [June 2011]
First Fridays Long Beach — a celebration of art and music.
The mission of First Fridays Long Beach is to promote and support local artists and musicians by providing them with an outlet to showcase their work. Every first Friday night of the month, participating Bixby Knolls businesses unite to promote local artists and musicians through extended
operating hours. In doing so, we The LA Informanthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01892001740676518515noreply@blogger.com0