Editor’s Pick of the Week:
Fritz Coleman at The Ice House Comedy Club
August 17 — NBC Weatherman and stand-up comedian Fritz Coleman Speaks To A Generation 50 plus…give or take, proving that age isn’t pretty ….but, it’s funny! Cost: $15.00 – $22.00.
Alhambra
August 15 — Alhambra Summer Serenade evening concerts at Alhambra Park Bandshell (500 N. Palm Ave.) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The perfect opportunity to relax after a hot summer day with your family and friends to hear great music performances! Enjoy a variety of food trucks or bring your own picnic dinner. Festival bench seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, or bring a blanket and enjoy the cool grass. Every Friday through August. Free.
August 16 — The Pageant of the Masters community Family Excursion from Alhambra to Laguna Beach, from 2 p.m.to 12:30 a.m. A world-famous stage production – a unique evening experience, in which live performers reproduce scenes from some of the most famous art pieces of all time – following a day of artistic exploration and a sampling of this unrivaled community. For all ages. For registration information, call the Community Services Dept. at 626-570-3242. $55.
August 20 — Classic Car Show and Vintage Rides car shows at Diner on Main (201 W. Main St.) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Contact John Chappell at 626-483-9522 for information. Free.
Arcadia
August 14 — Gregory Wolfe as Rod Stewart Tribute at City Hall West Lawn (240 W. Huntington Dr.) from 6:30 p.m.to 8:30 p.m. Food available for purchase. Free.
August 15 — Movies in the Park, The Lego Movie at City Hall West Lawn (240 W. Huntington Dr.) from 7:30 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. Free.
August 15 — The Big Noise featuring Laurel & Hardy at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage (380 W. Huntington Dr.) at 7:30 p.m. Laurel And Hardy . Part of the Arcadia at the Movies series featuring movies filmed in Arcadia. Bring your lawn chair and a drink and relax and enjoy free popcorn. Free.
August 16 — Pasadena POPS Hooray for Hollywood at The Arboretum (301 N Baldwin Ave) 7:30 p.m. Classic Hollywood comes to life from the archives of Warner Bros., 20th Century Fox, Columbia Pictures and Disney with 42nd Street, The Sound of Music, Funny Girl, Mary Poppins and gems from composers Erich Korngold, David Raksin, Elmer Bernstein and more. Cost: $20.00.
Azusa
August 19 — Moonlight Storytime at Azusa City Library (729 N Dalton Ave.) at 6 p.m. Children and their parents are invited to participate in our Moonlight Storytime. Share love for books through stories, songs, and fingerplays in a group setting. Free.
Baldwin Park
August 15 — COMPULSIVE art exhibit by Gabriel Castillo at Arts & Recreation Center(14403-B E. Pacific Ave.) Castillo has created a collection of artwork based on textured shapes and colors from an abstract perspective. Mr. Castillo’s inspiration is derived from street art. Live painting and performances for the opening reception. Call (626) 214 – 1601 for more information.Through Sept. 6. Free
Glendale
August 14 — Leading Ladies at Glendale Centre Theatre (324 N. Orange St.) at 8 p.m.
In this brilliant comedy by the author of Crazy For You and Lend Me A Tenor, two down-on-their-luck actors decide to pass themselves off as the long lost nephews of a rich old woman, only to find when out that the distant relatives aren’t nephews, but nieces! Romantic entanglements and comical misunderstanding abound in this hilarious cross-dressing comedy. Info: glendalecentretheatre.com/shows/leading-ladies/
August 14 — Downtown Glendale Farmers’ Market at First Baptist Church parking lot (Maryland Avenue between California and Wilson) at 1:30 p.m. Free
August 15 — The Filipino Comedy Tour at Noypitz (933 N. Brand Blvd.) at 9 p.m. The final Southern California performance. Official after-party follows. Call (818) 813-0999 for information. $25.
Los Angeles
August 14 -24 — We Will Rock You — The Musical – Queen Ben Elton at Ahmanson Theatre at the Music Center (135 N. Grand Ave.) Sing Out, Rock Out! Every song’s a Bohemian Rhapsody in this Killer Queen musical. Call 213.972.4400 for info.
August 16 — LA Taco Festival at Mariachi Plaza (Pleasant Ave., Los Angeles) at 2:00 p.m. Held in the heart of Boyle Heights, the La Taco Festival brings together the community of youth musicians and professional artists, community based organizations, food vendors, businesses and Angelinos of all kinds. Showcases artistic talents along with the tastiest taco vendors that Boyle Heights and East LA have to offer!
August 17– 3rd Annual Food GPS Fried Chicken Festival at Chinatown’s Central Plaza (943 N Broadway, Los Angeles) from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. This all-inclusive chef-driven event includes some of L.A.’s best chefs preparing unique fried chicken dishes and sides, in addition to an array of delicious desserts and beverages. For information, call 323 493 6004.Cost: General Admission tickets are $65 per person in advance and $75 per person at the door.
Monrovia
August 14 — Monrovia Family Festival at Myrtle Ave. (Along Myrtle Ave. between Olive & Lime) from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free.
August 17 — The Yari More Latin Band (Salsa) at the Rotary Club Bandshell (321 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia) from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, sit back, relax and enjoy the music For additional information, please contact the Department of Community Services at (626) 256-8246. Free.
Pasadena
August 14 — Urban Fruit Events screening at Armory Center for the Arts ( 145 N Raymond Ave.) at 7 p.m. Roman Zenz’ stimulating new documentary reviews the growing urban organic farming movement in Southern California as a healthy and sustainable alternative to modern industrial agriculture and our fast food culture. Free.
August 16 — Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca at The Levitt Pavilion (between Walnut and Holly on Raymond Ave.-85 E. Holly Street) from 8.p.m. to 11:30 p.m. A blend of Cuban and African Music. Free.
August 17 — Dave Stuckey and His Hot House Gang at Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association (Grace Hall 73 N. Hill Ave.) presents Swing Out Saturday Night from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Snacks and refreshments will be served. Great swing dancing. Couples and singles welcome! Cost: $15.00.
August 17 — Kiddie Cocktails book signing featuring Charles Phoenix, Stuart Sandler & Derek Yaniger at Vroman’s Bookstore (695 E. Colorado Blvd.) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Check out the coolest-ever ids collection of fabulous drink recipes in every flavor and style under the sun – sharp and tangy, smooth and sweet, fizzy but never flat, crisp and fruity, or rich and creamy – all minus the hooch! Free.
San Gabriel
August 14 — San Gabriel’s Farmers Market at Vincent Lugo Park (corner of Wells & Ramona Streets) from 4 pm to 8 pm. Free
Sierra Madre
August 15 & 17 — 6 RMS RIV VU at the Sierra Madre Playhouse (87 W Sierra Madre Blvd) at 8 p.m. A romantic comedy by Bob Randall, directed by Sherrie Lofton. Friday @ 8 p.m.; Sunday @ 2:30 & 7 p.m. Price: $25.
August 16 — Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents The Art of Murder at the Sierra Madre Playhouse at 8 p.m. read more “
In marriage, life is hard. Dying is easy! Mix the wit of Noel Coward with the plotting of Agatha Christie and get a dose of clever humor, mayhem, and murder. When an assortment of zany characters arrive at a country manor for the weekend, the Irish housemaid and Cockney chauffeur try to keep their employers. Cost $20.
August 17 — Sierra Madre Concerts In the Park Sierra Madre Music Bands (Top 40) at Memorial Park Bandshell (222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.) from 6 pm to 8 pm. Patrons are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and their dancing shoes. Free.
August 20 — Farmers Market on Hermosa from 3pm – 7pm. Free.
Temple City
August 20 — A Tribute to Elvis (Raymond Michael) at Temple Park Performing Arts Pavillion (9701 Las Tunas Dr.) at 6:30 p.m. Pre-concert activities include a 50/50 Raffle, Giveaways and more. Held at Temple City Park Performing Arts Pavilion, concessions at the event sell beverages and food. Pre-concert activities begin at 6:30 p.m. Bring a blankets along with low-back lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy the sounds of music at this rockin’ summer event. Free.
