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D TIBERIO ‘COURT’ RELEASE AT SLOW CULTURE
WHEN: Thursday, May 26th, 8 PM – 10 PM
WHERE: Slow Culture | 943 N. Hill St. 90012
WHAT: A one night only installation, D Tiberio’s EP release marks the gallery’s expansion of different creative mediums, something Slow Culture is excited to expand upon in 2016. Come out and listen to some synthy smooth beats and grab a Tsingtao at Hop Louie after.
FLORENCE AND THE MACHINE: ODYSSEY FILM PREMIERE
WHEN: Friday, May 27th, 8 PM
WHERE: The Theater at Ace Hotel | 929 S. Broadway, 90015
WHAT: Songstress Florence Welch and Director Vincent Haycock will be present for the LA premiere of their 48-minute film built around the themes and songs of latest Welch’s album How Big How Blue How Beautiful.
THOMAS SLACK AT THE STANDARD HOTEL
WHEN: Saturday, May 28th, 8 PM
WHERE: The Standard | 550 S. Flower St. 90071
WHAT: Photographer and filmmaker Thomas Slack will present his latest short film, “550 S Flower St” in the lobby. Head to the roof post-show for the drinks and the views.
DRAKE PARTY AT UNION
WHEN: Saturday, May 28th, 9 PM
WHERE: UNION | 4067 W. Pico Blvd. 90019
WHAT: If you need one dance, this is where you’ll find it. The Drake-themed party taking place every so often is back, and since Views has likely been on repeat, it’s time to dance it out with the woes and sing along.
NATIONAL HAMBURGER DAY WITH UMAMI
WHEN: Saturday, May 28th, 11 AM – 11 PM
WHERE: All Umami Los Angeles Locations
WHAT: LA’s favorite artisan burger (and truffle fries…) is celebrating one of America’s dearly loved indulgenences. You’ll get a voucher for a free Umami burger to be used later, or you have the option to donate it to Meals on Wheels. Will you go with your gut or your heart?
BIG BLACK DELTA AT THE REGENT
WHEN: Saturday, May 28th, 8 PM
WHERE: The Regent | 448 S. Main St. 90013
WHAT: Hook-heavy ’80s-inspired rock band Big Black Delta will get you swaying along with Hunny and Marc Baker. Grab a Prufrock pizza pre-show and burn it off whilst headbanging.
DAVID KORTY ‘BLUE SHELVES’ BOOK LAUNCH
WHEN: Sunday, May 29th, 7 PM
WHERE: Ooga Booga #2 | 356 S. Mission Rd. 90033
WHAT: Screening “The Educated Trout” (1980) and accompanied by a slideshow from the author, David Korty, multi-media artist, presents his new art book.
MEMORIAL DAY POOL PARTY VIA THE WELL
WHEN: Monday, May 30th, 1 PM – 8 PM
WHERE: Skybar at Mondrian Hotel | 8440 Sunset Blvd. 90069
WHAT: Wavey, The Well’s pool party series, is finally back. Marking the beginning of summer on this long weekend, come lay out to the tunes of Todd Edwards, With You, Cocodisco and more.
CHICAS TACOS OPENS IN DTLA
WHEN: Monday, May 30th, 11 AM – 10 PM
WHERE: Chicas Tacos | 728 S. Olive St. 90014
WHAT: Nothing will wrap up an extended weekend that jump starts your summer like trying the newly opened Chicas Tacos. Grab your taco of choice, add on guac and chips, and sip on an agua fresca while pretending you don’t have work tomorrow.
L.A. LIVE PRESENTS DARK NIGHTS
WHEN: Fridy, June 3rd, 6 PM
WHERE: L.A. Live | 800 W. Olympic Blvd. 90015
WHAT: Our staple summer series for eats, drinks and craft vendors is back at L.A. Live. Ring in their first of 2016 with a bite from Katsuya’s $5 dollar menu.
