Editor’s Pick
Original King of Comedy D.L. Hughley
Original King of Comedy D.L. Hughley (May 9 @ 8 p.m. at Ice House Comedy, 24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena) One of the most popular and highly recognized standup comedians on the road today has also made quite an impression in the television and radio arena. D.L. can currently be heard on the New York airwaves, as host of the morning show on WYKS-FM. In just a few months on air, DL has managed to increase the listenership for the station. Tickets are available at icehousecomedy.com starting at 25$.
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May 4 – May 10
May 4
Free Day Huntington Library (May 4 @ 10 a.m., 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino) Tickets are free and can be requested online. You may choose from two arrival times: morning (10 a.m.) or afternoon (1 p.m.) below. A limited quantity will be available the first day of each month at 9 a.m. preceding the month you wish to visit. Please note that Free Day tickets are not available at The Huntington.
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Blue Lives Matter Comedy Show (May 4 @ 8:30 p.m., Ice House Comedy, 24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena) A few comedians including Cliff Yates, Amy Brick, and Roger Rodd will be performing at the Ice House in Pasadena. Tickets are available at icehousecomedy.com starting at 10$.
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May 5
Evelyn Waugh Symposium (May 5 @ 9 a.m., 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino) In 2013, Loren and Frances Rothschild donated their Evelyn Waugh archive to The Huntington. Now, their gift is celebrated in a symposium which brings together researchers, editors, and archival practitioners to explore the biographical and disciplinary significance of the new holdings. The symposium is a collaboration between The Huntington, the Evelyn Waugh Society, and the UK-based Complete Works of Evelyn Waugh project. $25. Register online.
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Mark Sells at the Arcadia Blues Club (March 31 @ 7 p.m., 16 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia) The Arcadia Blues Club (ABC) is dedicated to bringing you the finest blues music in the southland. When you visit ABC, you can expect to hear only top-notch players with years of playing experience! Tickets are available on Eventbrite starting at $5.
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May 6
Huntington Herb Garden Tour (May 6 @ 10:30 a.m., 55 S Hill Ave., Pasadena) Join us for a special tour of the Huntington Herb Garden led by Manager Kelly Fernandez. View the extensive herbal plantings and bring your questions about the many species that thrive in Southern California and how to grow them. We will also discuss cooking with herbs and medicinal uses. Space is limited. Admission is free but registration is required. To sign up, call (626) 744-7264 by May 4. Meet the Garden Club at the Huntington Gardens ticket windows.
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George Simian Photography Lesson (May 6 @ 2 p.m., 1890 Huntington Drive, San Marino) Learn how to improve your photography in the post-processing workflow. Let George Simian, a leading East-Coast/West-Coast commercial photographer and educator show you how to master the process of making decisions: identifying your intentions, minimizing distractions, maximizing the mood, and directing the eye of the viewer.
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May 7
The 2nd Annual Masters of Taste (May 7 @ 3 p.m., 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena) Stroll the 50-yard line as you feast on the finest fare from L.A.’s top chefs and restaurants, sip signature handcrafted cocktails from L.A.’s Master Mixologists, enjoy tastings from some of California’s most eclectic wineries and local craft breweries, listen to live entertainment and so much more. Tickets start at 100$ and can be purchased at mastersoftastela.com.
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May 8
Playful Yoga for Brain Development (May 8 @ 10 a.m., 999 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena) Experience Hatha Yoga with instructor Merry Everest. Together, children and their caregivers will learn techniques designed to help children relax, find focus and increase attention span through stretching and movement. Children and adults are free.
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May 9
John Tanner Founder and CEO of Tanner Research Inc. (May 9 @ 6:30 p.m., 245 West Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre) In this talk, John will tell us his story and the scientific information we need so avoid bean disease and other leading killers. Free but Limited space is available.
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ACO Tuesdays & Margaritas (Jul 12, 2016 · 7 p.m. at Dave & Buster’s in Arcadia) Eat, Drink & Play. $2 tacos and $2 margaritas and other specials all night long! Located near the rooftop entrance parking area and the AMC movie theater.
$2 Tacos, $2 Dos Equis, $2 Margaritas, & 2 FREE Game Plays with $10 Power Card purchase. http://www.daveandbusters.com/arcadia
May 10
Lorrie Shriner Drawing class (May 10 @ 2p.m., 1240 Nithsdale Road, Pasadena) Lorrie Shriner will instruct drawing, watercolors, and collage technique to students with varying abilities. Beginners are particularly welcome. Admission is free.
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