Clearer skies are returning to SoCal. If you want to get out and about after hunkering down this week, we've got weekend events for you.
See Slum Village, J. Rocc, and more performers honor the hip-hop legend J Dilla during Dilla Day in Downtown Los Angeles. If you're seeking a Super Bowl party, then you might want to check out the scene at Candela La Brea: DJs, drinks, and a taco bar await. Plus, Jurassic Quest comes to Pomona, a pretty perfect combo of hands-on fun and learning about dinosaurs for kids.
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25th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo
Join the Los Angeles Black College Expo on Saturday to celebrate 25 years of helping more than 600,000 students get into college. Whether you're a high school student, parent, or just interested in pursuing higher education, this event will help you discover scholarship opportunities, explore academic programs, and get all your questions answered.
Dilla Day LA featuring Slum Village
Get ready for a legendary night of music at 9thirtyLA with performances by Slum Village, J. Rocc, and more! This event celebrates the late J Dilla's music legacy. Plus, there will be record and merchandise vendors, food pop-ups and surprise guests!
Sunday Yoga At Angel City Brewery
The Tree Yoga Cooperative is teaming up with Angel City Brewery for a yoga class open to all levels. Be sure to bring your own water and mat. A donation of $15 to $20 is recommended. Every paid drop-in or RSVP will receive one drink ticket for the brewery, which opens at 11:00 a.m.
Come face-to-face with some dinosaurs at Jurassic Quest. Visit the Pomona Fairplex this weekend only to come ride dinosaurs, dig for fossils and other family-related activities.
'Story Smash: The Storytelling Game Show'
Come watch four comedians test their storytelling skills on the Story Smash: The Storytelling Game Show. Each comedian tells a one or two-minute story on a topic based on a spinning wheel. And if it looks to be your night, one member of the audience will be chosen to play.
Shanghai Nights: A Lunar New Year Celebration
For this special Lunar New Year concert, multilingual chanteuse, songwriter, and accordionist Jessica Fichot celebrates the swing-era sounds of Shanghai, her mother’s hometown. Enjoy food by The Dumpling Dream from 12 to 5 p.m. and Zef BBQ from 5 to 11 p.m. This is a 21+ event.
Super Bowl LVIII Viewing Party
Super Bowl Sunday is upon us! Enjoy a live DJ, drinks, and taco bar and watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the San Francisco 49ers live from Las Vegas at Candela La Brea. Doors open at 2 p.m. and the game starts at 3:30 p.m.
Erin Hammond: Live Painting
Artspace Warehouse is bringing in seasoned artist Erin Hammond for a real-time live painting session. Come watch talent at work in this afternoon of art and dialogue.
The Prose Bowl: A Night Of Spoken Word with Get Lit
It’s a celebration of L.A. poetry at LAist with Get Lit - Words Ignite! Get Lit youth poets, standout local artists, and two nationally-renowned featured poets will get together for a night of spoken word performance hosted by Get Lit’s Mason Granger (he/him). Come early to enjoy snacks, sips, a DJ set from Mike Merchant, and tons of cool people to connect with in the name of poetry. Drinks and music start at 6 p.m. and the show kicks off at 7 p.m.
Featured poets will be Angélica Maria and RJ Walker.
GET LIT YOUTH POETS
This program may contain some mature language or themes.
'10 Things I Hate About You' Valentine's Screening
The Montalbán announces a three-night Valentine's Pop-up taking place on the rooftop of the Montalbán theater in the heart of Hollywood. The romance-themed evening will feature the fan-favorite film, 10 Things I Hate About You. You can also enjoy a pre-movie happy hour, specialty drinks, food, engaging games, and DJs playing after the screening ends.
Fulcrum Community Climbing Day
Ever wanted to spend a day climbing? Join the Fulcrum Community Climbing Day at Culver City Park and test yourself on walls and ropes. Newcomers are encouraged.
IKEA is more than just furniture. It also has Swedish meatballs. Visit the IKEA Covina for a food sampling of its products and learn some new recipes.
Enjoy a night of Pakistani cuisine at the new bazaar-inspired restaurant, Shor. Grab a reservation for opening night and try a contemporary Halal meal.
Award-winning Fuil Wines is hosting a monthly wine tasting room, where they will feature a rotating tasting menu of the winery’s current releases — poured by the owner and winemaker, Matt Espiro Jaeger. Tastings are 21+, but Buvette is a family-friendly venue.
Get a taste of what a night in Italy is like and learn the secret of creating fresh pasta from scratch. In this hands-on class, you will learn how to make the perfect pasta dough, transform it into beautiful pici noodles and then eat your masterpiece. Bon appétit!
