Events

Date & Time: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Run Time: 85 minutes
Format: 16mm film
Venue: Vidiots

Vidiots fires up the old ELMO CL projector for Sweet 16mm: Ad Nauseam—an irresistible evening of rare commercials and promotional films screened entirely on 16mm. Spanning the late 1950s through the early 1980s, this fast-paced program delivers hundreds of 30-second slices of vintage TV: weird, wild, wacky, funny, frightening, and fabulous.

From UPA-animated Colgate spots to the mid-century dream kitchen fantasy of the Jam Handy promotional film Diana Lives, Ad Nauseam offers a kaleidoscopic look at the products—and the ad men and mad men—who shaped American consumer culture. Play “spot the budding star,” rediscover things you forgot you desperately needed, and revel in the analog glory of commercials as they were meant to be seen.

Tickets: Select a showtime to purchase.

Civic Engagement | Evening | Virtual | Free

DATE: Thursday, January 29, 2026
TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
COST: Free
FORMAT: Virtual (Zoom – registration required)
ORGANIZER: EmpowerLA

EmpowerLA invites Neighborhood Council board members and community stakeholders to a virtual interactive workshop focused on understanding and navigating the City of Los Angeles’ annual budget process.

This session will provide a clear, step-by-step overview of the City’s budget cycle, identify key points where community voices can influence outcomes, and explain how Neighborhood Councils and stakeholders can engage effectively throughout the process.

Participants will also be introduced to the Neighborhood Council Budget Advocates and learn practical strategies for meaningful participation during Budget Day in June. The goal is to equip attendees with the tools needed to advocate for essential city services and programs that directly impact their neighborhoods.

This event is open to all Neighborhood Council board members and community members.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

For questions or additional information, please contact Vincent Autiero or John Darnell.

Register to Attend:

Empowering Communities: Understanding Neighborhood Councils’ & Stakeholders’ Role in City Budget Advocacy

Wrap 2025 in Style at Walt Disney Concert Hall

DATES: December 13–31
TIME: Varies by performance
WHERE: Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
COST: Varies
CATEGORY: Holiday • Music • Family Friendly • Evening • Arts & Culture

DESCRIPTION:
Looking to elevate your holiday season as we count down to 2026? The LA Phil’s Deck the Hall series brings world-class music and festive cheer to one of L.A.’s most iconic venues — Walt Disney Concert Hall.

The celebration begins December 13 with the return of the beloved Holiday Sing-Along, where hundreds of voices join together with a jazz combo, choir, and the Hall’s magnificent pipe organ.

The festivities continue the following week with a lineup of seasonal favorites:

• A Chanticleer Christmas – Dec. 15

• Holiday Brass – Dec. 16

• Ellington’s Nutcracker & Tchaikovsky’s Winter Daydreams – Dec. 18–21

On December 23, multiple-Grammy winner Arturo Sandoval heats up the season with his annual Swinging Holiday concert — a night of high-energy jazz and holiday classics.

The series culminates on New Year’s Eve, as The Roots return for back-to-back concerts (7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.), ringing out 2025 with hits spanning rap, R&B, soul, funk, and their legendary catalog.

Finish the year surrounded by music, joy, and one of the most beautiful concert halls in the world.

ORGANIZER'S SITE: laphil.com (LA Phil Calendar)

Creative Writing Group

DATE: Saturday, December 20
TIME: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
WHERE: Los Angeles Central Library – Meeting Room B (630 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, CA 90071)
COST: Free
CATEGORY: African American Heritage Month • Daytime • Free • Literary Arts • Workshop
EVENT SERIES: Every other Saturday

DESCRIPTION:
Calling all writers — fiction, screenplays, poetry, and everything in between. The Central Library Creative Writing Group offers a fun, supportive space to share your work and sharpen your craft. Each session begins with a short writing prompt exercise, followed by optional group feedback on up to five pages of your writing. Whether you’re a beginner or already polishing your masterpiece, this group helps banish those “Lonely Writer Blues” with fellowship, encouragement, and snacks.

RSVP: Please email [email protected] to register.

ORGANIZER’S SITE:
lapl.org/whats-on/events/creative-writing-group

Rose Bowl Flea Market

DATE: Sunday, December 14
TIME: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Rose Bowl Stadium (1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA 91103)
COST: $12 – $20
CATEGORY: Daytime • Family Friendly • Festival Guide • Outdoor
EVENT SERIES: Second Sunday of every month

DESCRIPTION:
Vintage treasure hunters, collectors, and bargain seekers flock to the legendary Rose Bowl Flea Market, one of California’s most iconic monthly events. With more than 2,500 vendors, the market features antiques, vintage clothing, handcrafted goods, local art, and hard-to-find specialty items. Now celebrating over 50 years, the flea market draws more than 20,000 shoppers each month — including celebrities and top interior designers. Concession stands throughout the grounds offer a variety of food and drinks to keep you fueled as you explore.

ORGANIZER’S SITE:
rgcshows.com/rose-bowl

Los Angeles River Farmers’ Market

WHEN: Every Thursday, 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM
WHERE: Los Angeles State Historic Park (1245 N. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90012)
COST: Free
CATEGORY: Culinary Arts • Family Friendly • Festival Guide • Outdoor

DESCRIPTION:
The Los Angeles River Farmers’ Market brings together growers and makers from Ventura County and California’s Central San Joaquin region for a vibrant weekly community gathering. In addition to fresh produce and specialty foods, the market features live music, children’s activities, and a diverse selection of artisans selling handmade arts and crafts. A perfect Thursday afternoon destination for families, food lovers, and anyone looking to support local producers.

ORGANIZER’S SITE:
seela.org/la-river-farmers-market/

COUNCIL DISTRICT:
CD 1

1st Thursday San Pedro Art Walk

WHEN: First Thursday of each month, Evening
WHERE: San Pedro Arts District (between 4th & 8th St., San Pedro, CA 90731)
COST: Free
CATEGORY: Art Walk • Fairs & Festivals • Family Friendly • Outdoor

DESCRIPTION:
On the first Thursday of every month, the San Pedro Arts & Culture Entertainment District comes alive as artists, performers, and local businesses open their doors for an evening devoted to the arts. Stroll through open galleries and studios, browse street vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and experience the creative energy that defines historic San Pedro. A great night out for families, art lovers, and anyone exploring L.A.’s cultural neighborhoods.

ORGANIZER’S SITE:
1stthursday.com

COUNCIL DISTRICT:
CD 15

Paramount Swap Meet Celebrates the Season with a Two-Day Posada Navideña

December 13–14, 2025 | Paramount

The Paramount Swap Meet invites the Southeast Los Angeles community to a joyful, two-day Posada Navideña, filled with holiday cheer, family fun, and cultural celebration. This festive weekend brings together beloved traditions and activities designed for all ages — spreading joy, love, and community spirit as we move deeper into the holiday season.

Now celebrating 70 years of the historic Paramount Drive-In, the Paramount Swap Meet shares its gratitude with the generations of families, residents, vendors, and loyal customers who continue to make the venue a cherished community hub. Even more cultural programming is planned for 2026.

Event Highlights

• Free photos with Santa & Friends

• Free holiday train rides for kids

• Daily piñatas filled with treats

• Raffles, prize giveaways, gift baskets

• Daily 65" TV giveaway

• Sweet holiday surprises throughout the day

WHAT:

Two-day Posada Navideña community celebration with holiday activities, performances, treats, and giveaways.

WHEN:

Saturday & Sunday, December 13–14, 2025
11:00 am – 4:00 pm

WHERE:

Paramount Swap Meet
7900 All America City Way
Paramount, CA 90723
Admission: $3 | Free parking
Website: https://www.paramountswap.com/about/

A family-friendly event open to all — students, parents, seniors, and community partners — celebrating culture, tradition, and the season of giving.

The City of Los Angeles announced that Pico Boulevard between LA Live Way and Figueroa Street will be closed beginning Thursday, December 4, 2025 through March 31, 2028. This closure is needed for the LA Convention Center (LACC) Expansion and Modernization Project, which will connect the existing South and West Exhibit Halls above Pico Boulevard. This public infrastructure investment will be a major economic driver for Downtown Los Angeles. It will create more than 15,000 jobs, add $652 million in General Fund tax revenue over 30 years and draw in more than $150 million in additional visitor spending each year. For more information on the closure and project, visit laconventioncenter.com/expansion.

DETOUR MAP
See detour map below for alternative routes to go east and west using Olympic Boulevard and Venice Boulevard.



LOCATION AND DATES OF CLOSURE
Pico Boulevard, between LA Live Way and Figueroa Street, in Downtown Los Angeles will be closed 24-hours/7 days a week from Thursday December 4, 2025 to March 31, 2028. Typical working hours for the LACC Expansion and Modernization Project will be Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Additional work hours will be added as required/necessary.
 
In addition, there will be work taking place in the surrounding area on December 6 and 7, 2025 to restripe area streets for detour. This work area is Pico Boulevard, between Albany Street and Grand Avenue.

WORK DURING CLOSURE
Work in this area will include demolition, underground utilities, excavation, foundations and pile placement, structural steel erections, sidewalk and roadwork improvements, traffic controls, backfilling, asphalt paving, striping of roadways and intersections and landscaping.

FUTURE OF PICO BOULEVARD
This closure is necessary to construct above Pico Boulevard and connect the West Hall with the South Hall. Below are renderings that show what Pico will look like when the Project is complete.


For more renderings of the Project, click here.

WHAT:
The Sherman Oaks Homeowners Association (SOHA) hosts its monthly community meeting, featuring neighborhood updates, local issues, and an opportunity to meet fellow residents. A social hour begins at 6:15 p.m., with Poquito Más featured as the “Restaurant of the Month.”

WHEN:
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
– Social Hour: 6:15 p.m.
– Meeting: 7:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Sherman Oaks Adult Center
5056 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA

The meeting will also be streamed on Zoom.
Zoom ID: 876 7050 9461
Passcode: SOHA914
Join Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87670509461?pwd=UZeJ4A6cXqDT5PLQZs2W6ofv9sp4tN.1

ADMISSION: Free and open to the community.

Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe at Plaza Mexico
December 11–12, 2025 • Plaza Mexico, Lynwood

Celebrate faith, tradition, and community at Plaza Mexico’s annual Día de la Virgen de Guadalupe festivities. The two-day event features a theatrical reenactment of the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the creation of a symbolic altar, live music, “Las Mañanitas,” Mass with mariachi, a procession, and more.

Thursday, Dec. 11 (5 p.m.–12 a.m.)
• 5–10 p.m.: Live music
• 11 p.m.: Mass with Mariachi
• 12 a.m.: Banda performance

Friday, Dec. 12 (8 a.m.–12 p.m.)
• 8 a.m.: Procession
• 10 a.m.: Mass with Mariachi
• 11:30 a.m.: Pan dulce & coffee distribution

Where: Plaza Mexico, 3100 E Imperial Hwy, Lynwood, CA 90262
Admission & Parking: Free
Family-Friendly • All Are Welcome
More info: plazamexico.com

2025 Spoke Award Honorees: Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez (CD13), ActiveSGV, and Special Acknowledgement to Streets Are For Everyone

WHAT:
BikeLA (formerly the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition) hosts its 4th Annual LA BikeFest, a pedal-powered fundraising celebration bringing together LA’s cycling community—from daily commuters to weekend warriors and everyone in between.

Attendees are encouraged to ride to and from the event via the healthiest, happiest, and most sustainable mode of transportation: the bicycle. Enjoy music, food, and a bike-themed silent auction. All guests receive a commemorative sky-blue BikeLA bandana, and those 21+ will receive a complimentary first beer or soft drink.

BikeFest honors those advancing safer, more equitable streets across Los Angeles: Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez (CD13), ActiveSGV, and Streets Are For Everyone.

WHEN:
Saturday, November 15, 2025
12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

WHERE:
(Location TBA — check BikeLA website for details)

WHO:
Hosted by BikeLA (formerly Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition)

INFO:
Visit bike-la.org for event details, tickets, and updates.

WHAT:
The City of Hawthorne invites residents to take part in its upcoming Paper Shredding and E-Waste Collection Day — a free community event that promotes safe, environmentally responsible disposal of sensitive documents and unwanted electronics.

Open to Hawthorne residents only (proof of residency required), participants are asked to place their boxes in the trunk of their vehicles for contact-free collection by city staff. E-waste includes any items that are electronic or have a power cord. Gates will close promptly at 12:45 p.m. to ensure all participants are served before the event concludes.

“Every ton of shredded paper that is recycled reduces greenhouse gas emissions, saves water, and lowers energy usage,” said Selena Acuna, City of Hawthorne public works manager. “This event complements our broader waste-reduction goals by creating a culture of responsible disposal, just like our e-waste collections, hazardous waste drop-offs, and green business certifications.”

Presented by the City of Hawthorne’s Public Works and Community Services Departments, this event supports the city’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainability and environmental stewardship. It will take place rain or shine.

WHEN:
Saturday, November 15, 2025
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Gates close at 12:45 p.m.)

WHERE:
Betty Ainsworth Sports Center
3851 W. El Segundo Blvd., Hawthorne, CA 90250

INFO:
Call (310) 349-2980 or visit the City of Hawthorne website for details.

Kendra Scott “Give Back” Shopping Event Benefits The Laurel Foundation
Friday, November 22 | 2:00–4:00 PM | Westfield Century City Mall

Join The Laurel Foundation for a special in-store shopping event at Kendra Scott – Westfield Century City Mall and help support children and families affected by HIV/AIDS, as well as transgender and gender-diverse youth.

Enjoy sips and sweets while you shop for a cause — 20% of all proceeds will directly benefit The Laurel Foundation’s programs that empower at-promise youth and their families.

Can’t attend in person? You can still participate! Shop online from November 22 (12:01 AM) through November 23 (11:59 PM) and use code GIVEBACK-KFDNR at checkout to ensure 20% of your purchase goes toward The Laurel Foundation.

Let’s make the holidays brighter together.

Location:
Kendra Scott – Westfield Century City Mall
10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90067
Date & Time: Friday, November 22, 2:00–4:00 PM

2025 Floodplain Management Plan

The City of Los Angeles is inviting residents, business owners, and community organizations to take part in shaping the 2025 Floodplain Management Plan Update—a citywide effort to protect homes, neighborhoods, and natural areas from flood risk.

The City’s Bureau of Engineering is leading this important update, and community input is vital to ensuring the plan reflects the needs and priorities of all Angelenos. The public can get involved by attending one of two upcoming engagement opportunities.

Community Events

Virtual Community Meeting (Via Zoom)
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Click Here for Zoom Meeting

Venice Winter Fest (In-Person)
Saturday, November 22, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
12257 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, 90066

At each event, attendees can:

• Learn where floodplains exist in Los Angeles

• Discover how to reduce flood risks and identify hazards

• See how the updated 2025 Floodplain Management Plan may affect their neighborhoods

Spanish-language interpretation will be provided at all events. Additional language assistance is available upon request with at least 72 hours’ notice.

Public Review Period

The Draft 2025 Floodplain Management Plan will be available for public review and comment from November 19, 2025 to December 19, 2025.

Residents are encouraged to read the plan and share their feedback online at bit.ly/LAFloodplain.

For questions or to submit comments, please contact:

Chris DeMonbrun
Senior Civil Engineer, City of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering
[email protected]

🎄✨ It’s the Season to Sparkle — and Treat Yourself! ✨🎄

Join us for an exclusive Pre-Holiday Beauty & Wellness Soirée hosted in partnership with me.losangeles aesthetics — an evening dedicated entirely to YOU.

💆‍♀️ Enjoy:
• Complimentary B12 injections & mini facial assessments
• Dental health screenings & expert skincare consultations
• A live SkinMedica presentation
• Event-only Botox & filler specials
• Raffles, goodie bags & luxe pampering all night long

🍾 Sip champagne, savor lite bites, and celebrate the holidays in style!

📅 Tuesday, November 11 | 5:30 – 8:00 PM
📍 9201 W Sunset Blvd, Unit 212 | West Hollywood, CA 90069

🚗 Valet parking available | Street parking nearby

🎟️ Spots are limited — RSVP today to reserve your place at our holiday celebration!

‘We the People / Nosotros La Gente’ — 24th Street Theatre’s 20th Annual Día de los Muertos Block Party

Headlined by Grammy® Winners The Avila Brothers
Sunday, November 2, 2025 | 5:45 p.m. – 10 p.m. | FREE

WHAT:
The 24th Street Theatre celebrates two decades of community, culture, and remembrance with its 20th Annual Día de los Muertos Block Party, themed “We the People / Nosotros La Gente.”
This year’s celebration features five-time Grammy® Award winners The Avila Brothers as headliners, along with an unforgettable evening of music, dance, food, art, and family tradition.

Enjoy performances by Pasitico Latin Band, Mariachi Calilajara, Aztec dancers Huitzilopochtli, ballet folklórico troupes Sol de Fuego and Flor de Mayo, plus the dazzling “Catrina Guapachosa” on stilts (Ismael Ramírez Hurtado).
Special guest Cecelia Bográn of Univision will appear from 6–7 p.m.

Families can savor homemade tamales, shop local crafts, and build personal altars in a community graveyard. Kids can enjoy rides — including a Ferris wheel and merry-go-round — while the evening kicks off at 5:45 p.m. with a colorful procession led by ceremonial dancers Comparsa de Chinelos Amigos de Morelos.
Costumes encouraged!

Presented in partnership with LA City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson (CD 8) and Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez (CD 1), the festival spans four city blocks from 24th Street Theatre to Hoover Street, and from 23rd to 25th Streets.

WHEN:
Sunday, November 2, 2025 | 5:45 p.m.–10 p.m.
(Procession begins at Magnolia & Adams at 5:45 p.m.; festivities start 6 p.m. at 24th Street Theatre)

WHERE:
24th Street Theatre, 1117 W. 24th St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
and along Hoover St. between 23rd & 25th Streets

ADMISSION: FREE
PARKING: Limited neighborhood parking — please use ride-sharing.

The Paramount Swap Meet’s Inaugural Día de los Muertos Celebration Featuring a Catrina Contest

A Celebration of Beauty, Creativity, and Tradition – Calling All Catrinas!
Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 11 AM – 4 PM

WHAT:
The Paramount Swap Meet invites the community to its first-ever Día de los Muertos Celebration, honoring life, culture, and remembrance through art, music, and creativity.

This free, family-friendly event continues the Swap Meet’s 70-year legacy as a cultural hub for local families — celebrating the beauty of Mexican tradition and the memories that unite us all.

🎨 CATRINA CONTEST:
Show off your most original and creative Catrina look for a chance to win 1st and 2nd place prizes in the Most Original Catrina category!
Special guest judge La Muerta Maria will help crown the winners, known for her stunning artistry and passion for cultural representation.
Contest entry is free — bring your best look, your brightest spirit, and your love for tradition!

🎶 ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Face Painting & Sugar Skull Creations

• Papel Picado Crafts

• Community Altar (bring a photo or offering)

• Catrina Contest (with prizes!)

• Raffles & Family Fun

• Delicious Food Vendors

• Live Music & Performances

• Photo Exhibition & Live Canvas Painters

• Traditional Aztec Dancers

WHEN: Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 11 AM – 4 PM
WHERE: The Paramount Swap Meet, 7900 All America City Way, Paramount, CA 90723
ADMISSION: $3 | Parking: Free | Family-Friendly – All Are Welcome

INFO: https://www.paramountswap.com/about/

LA Art Show Returns for Its 31st Year

January 7–11, 2026 | Los Angeles Convention Center | www.laartshow.com

Los Angeles’ longest-running independent art fair, the LA Art Show, returns January 7–11 for its 31st edition — once again transforming the Convention Center into an international showcase of modern and contemporary art. One of the few remaining privately owned and operated fairs of its scale, the LA Art Show continues to anchor L.A.’s cultural calendar with authenticity and global reach.

This year’s highlights include Provident Fine Art’s debut featuring Sylvester Stallone’s abstract works, Oliver Sears Gallery (Dublin) as the first gallery from Ireland to exhibit, and Pontone Gallery (London) showcasing self-taught artist and rock drummer Chris Rivers. A new Latin American Pavilion and a slate of first-time exhibitors promise fresh discoveries across genres and borders.

From Switzerland, LICHT FELD Gallery presents the rediscovered woodcut prints of Karl A. Meyer, created during his 1980s New York City period among the influential Crosby Street art scene — works unseen for nearly four decades.

Tickets are on sale now, with 15% of proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association.

📍 Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA
🕒 Wednesday, Jan. 7 – Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026
🎟️ Tickets & Info: www.laartshow.com

A Pedal-Powered Party for All Cyclists

LOS ANGELES – Celebrate all things cycling at BikeLA’s 4th Annual LA BikeFest on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 12–3 p.m. at Highland Park Brewery (1220 N. Spring St., Los Angeles).

This pedal-powered happy hour brings together daily riders, weekend warriors, and families for an afternoon of good vibes, great brews, and community. Enjoy a silent auction, live music, and the presentation of BikeLA’s 2025 Spoke Awards honoring Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez, Metro’s Rail to Rail Path Team, and ActiveSGV.

Tickets are $25 in advance / $35 at the door, including one drink, a commemorative BikeLA bandana, and free bike valet. All proceeds support BikeLA’s advocacy for safer, more bike-friendly streets.

Info & Tickets: www.la-bike.org | [email protected]
Follow: @HeyBikeLA on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTube