The unprecedented wildfires burning in Southern California are impacting many events. Please check in advance before attending events to make sure they have not been cancelled, moved or postponed.
EVENTS
Yoga Expo LA – Believe 2025: The all-day yoga and wellness convention offers first come, first served classes, meditation, speakers and a yoga-related marketplace, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 11. Admission $70.14 ; $115.35 VIP pass. Pasadena Convention Center, Exhibit Hall, 300 E. Green St. Details and purchase admission on Eventbrite: tinyurl.com/2sj9nwtn. theyogaexpo.org/los-angeles-2025
Volunteers Cleaning Communities: Find a list of upcoming projects: https://volunteerscleaningcommunities.com/schedule-of-events. Send an email to register for the project you want to join so they know to expect you and will have enough equipment for everyone. Also, sign the waiver to take part in the clean-up. Information on the group and how to make a donation for clean-up supplies: volunteerscleaningcommunities.com. 818-519-7567. Email: jill@vcc.world
Celebrating Campo de Cahuenga: Fritz Coleman, emcee, and Gustavo Arellano, grand marshal, present the event that commemorates the 1847 signing of the Treaty of Cahuenga that ended “hostilities” in California between Mexico and the United States, noon-2 p.m. Jan. 12. The site — considered the “birthplace of California” — is California Historical Landmark No. 151 and Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 29. Free admission. Location, 3919 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. Information about Campo de Cahuenga: tinyurl.com/2z3uy4tz. www.facebook.com/groups/Campodecahuenga/
Pasadena Bead and Design Show: Find antique and handcrafted beads, hand-sewn clothing, jewelry findings, classes, demonstrations and workshops, 10-6 p.m. Jan. 17-18 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 19. Admission $10 in advance online; $12 at the door; free admission for ages 17 and younger. Pasadena Convention Center, Exhibit Hall, 300 E. Green St. www.facebook.com/beadanddesign. www.beadanddesign.com/shows/pasadena.php
Kingdom Day Parade – Peace and Unity, Let it Start with Us: The 40th annual parade celebrates the work of civil rights leader the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., 10 a.m. Jan. 18. The parade is presented by the Congress of Racial Equality of California. The parade is televised live. Parade route: Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard at St. Andrews Place, west on MLK Jr. to Crenshaw Boulevard, south on Crenshaw to Vernon Avenue (parade route map on the website). 323-350-2667; 818-605-7405. www.kingdomdayparade.org. Updates on the parade: www.facebook.com/officialkingdomdayparade/
L.A. Works’ Martin Luther King Day Volunteer Festival: The 2025 event includes hands-on volunteer “action zones” and speakers, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Jan. 20. In addition, a “Volunteer Project Leader” session, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Register in advance, on the website, for a free admission ticket. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3911 S. Figueroa St. (Exposition Park), Los Angeles. Updates: www.facebook.com/laworks. Registration and details (and also, how to donate to L.A. Works if you can’t attend the event): www.laworks.com/mlk2025
Topanga Vintage Market: Find collectibles and new treasures, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 26. Admission $5; free for ages 12 and younger. No pets allowed. Future date: Feb. 23; and other 4th Sundays of the month. Pierce College, Victory Boulevard at Mason Avenue, Woodland Hills. 310-422-1844. Updates: www.facebook.com/TopangaVintageMarket. topangavintagemarket.com/
BOOKS
Diesel, A Bookstore: Robert Crais discusses and signs “The Big Empty,” 3 p.m. Jan. 12. John Sayles discusses and signs “To Save the Man,” 6:30 p.m. Jan. 14. Ed Kalegi discusses and signs “It Was Great to Say Hello To… A Curious Radio Host’s Conversations with Actors, Authors, and Newsmakers,” 6:30 p.m. Jan. 15. Kim Dower discusses and signs “What She Wants – Poems on Obsession, Desire, Despair, Euphoria,” 6:30 p.m. Jan. 16. Free seating is limited at the outdoor event. Purchase a book in advance to reserve a seat. Location, 225 26th St., Santa Monica. 310-576-9960. www.dieselbookstore.com
Book Soup: Kim Dower discusses and signs “What She Wants – Poems on Obsession, Desire, Despair, Euphoria,” 7 p.m. Jan. 13. Location, 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 310-659-3110. www.booksoup.com. www.booksoup.com/event
Vroman’s Bookstore: Robert Crais discusses and signs “The Big Empty,” 7 p.m. Jan. 13. Matthew Kennedy discusses and signs “On Elizabeth Taylor – An Opinionated Guide,” 7 p.m. Jan. 14. Gayle Forman discusses and signs “After Life,” 7 p.m. Jan. 15. Jami Attenberg discusses “A Reason to See You Again,” 7 p.m. Jan. 16. Deb Miller Landau signs “A Devil Went Down to Georgia – Race, Power, Privilege, and the Murder of Lita McClinton,” 7 p.m. Jan. 17. Christine Mari signs “Halfway There,” 2 p.m. Jan. 18. Location, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-5320. vromansbookstore.com
Friends of Chatsworth Branch Library – Giant Used Book Sale: The quarterly book sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 18. Chatsworth Branch Library, community room, 21052 Devonshire St. 818-341-4276. www.laplchatsworthfriends.org
Autobooks-Aerobooks: Tom Malloy and Jake Grubb sign “Malloy – Beyond the Speed Limit,” 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 25. Location, 2900 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank. 818-845-0707. www.autobooks-aerobooks.com
DISCUSSION
Questions on the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: National Alliance on Mental Illness – San Fernando/Santa Clarita valleys present guest speakers Angelica Ayala and Anders Corey, who are mental health deputies from the offices of Los Angeles County supervisors Lindsey Horvath and Katherine Barger, respectively, 7 p.m. Jan. 15. They will answer questions about the mental health system (clinics and hospitals) that the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors oversees. Join the Zoom meeting here: tinyurl.com/4zrue3rd. By phone, 669-900-9128 and use ID: 81835523630 and # and Passcode: 692327. Information for resources on mental health, Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health: dmh.lacounty.gov. www.facebook.com/NAMISFV.ORG. Information about the local NAMI group and their support groups, www.namisfv.org
Burbank African Violet Society: Pat Steen, secretary of the club, leads a program on “Winter Care for African Violets,” 10 a.m. Jan. 16. The meeting also includes club member Luis Pineda presenting a learning lab “Setting Up a Wicking Tray,” and silent auction tables and a raffle. Little White Chapel Christian Church, parish hall, 1711 N. Avon St., Burbank. 661-940-3990. www.burbankafricanviolets.weebly.com
FARMERS MARKETS
Check in advance before going to farmers markets to make sure they have not been cancelled.
Granada Hills Farmers Market: The Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce presents the market, 6-10 p.m. Fridays. Location, White Oak Avenue (at Chatsworth Street). 818-368-3235. www.granadachamber.com/
Old Town Newhall Farmers Market: A certified market, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 24500 Main St., Newhall. www.facebook.com/OldTownNewhallFarmersMarket/
Canoga Park Farmers Market: A certified market, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturdays. Rain or shine. Location, 7248 Owensmouth Avenue, between Sherman Way and Wyandotte Avenue. www.instagram.com/mainst.canogaparkfarmersmarket
El Nido Farmers Market – Pacoima: El Nido Family Centers and the City of Los Angeles present the market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Location, Pacoima Family Source Center, 11243 Glenoaks Blvd. www.elnidofamilycenters.org/farmers-market
NoHo Farmers Market: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 500 Colfax Ave., Valley Village. 818-471-0793. farmersmarketnorthhollywood.com
Woodland Hills Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 5650 Shoup Ave. 818-300-3023. Facebook: bit.ly/44cFl0P
Encino Farmers Market: ONEgeneration presents the market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays. Location, 17400 Victory Blvd. (between Balboa Boulevard and White Oak Avenue). Farmers market manager, 818-708-6611 or email: farmersmarket@onegeneration.org. www.onegeneration.org/farmers-market/
Good Times Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Los Angeles Valley College, parking lot A, 5800 Fulton Ave. (at Burbank Boulevard), Valley Glen. Email: goodtimesfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Instagram: tinyurl.com/mrxcaxrn
Canyon Country Farmers Market: A certified market, 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway. www.facebook.com/CanyonCountryFarmersMarket/
DINING/WINE
Fuil Wines Pop-Up Tasting Room: Owner-winemakers Carolina and Matt Espiro Jaeger discuss and pour the winery’s current releases, noon-3 p.m. Jan. 19. Minimum age: 21. Tastings $15 (purchase online or at the door). Food available for purchase at Buvette Wine Bar. Walk-in or make a reservation on Eventbrite (tinyurl.com/r3ns7nm4). Location, Buvette Wine Bar, 15005 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. www.fuilwines.com/
DineLA Restaurant Week 2025: Participating restaurants offer a special lunch/dinner menu, Jan. 24-Feb. 7. Reservations are recommended. Meal times and prices vary by restaurant (restaurants offer set prices for lunch/dinner; $15, $25, $35, $45, $55, $65+). Beverages, tax and tip are extra charge. Facts: www.discoverlosangeles.com/dinela/FAQ. Find list of restaurants by cuisine, neighborhood, price and dining option (indoor or outdoor): www.discoverlosangeles.com/dinela
MUSEUM
William Grant Still Arts Center: The 44th annual Black Doll Show, “In need of good folk…Magic Folk Like Us.” The show is curated by children’s book author, doll artist and performer Aiysha Sinclair (www.aiyshasinclair.com). Check the website for Doll Making workshops, Jan. 11 and Feb. 8; and also other special events during the run of the exhibit. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. The exhibit runs through Feb. 15. Location, 2520 S. West View St., Los Angeles. 323-734-1165. wgsac.wordpress.com/the-44th-annual-black-doll-show/
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum: Ongoing special exhibit: “Dead Sea Scrolls,” through Sept. 2, 2025 (www.reaganfoundation.org/library-museum/special-exhibits/dead-sea-scrolls). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Museum admission is available online (https://www.reaganfoundation.org/library-museum/online-ticket-sales/). Admission: $29.95; $26.95 ages 62 and older; $22.95 ages 11-17; $19.95 ages 3-10. Location, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. www.reaganfoundation.org
ONGOING MUSEUM
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures: Ongoing special exhibits: “Significant Movies and Movie Makers,” three exhibits through Jan. 4, 2026: “Casablanca,” “Boyz n the Hood,” and Lourdes Portillo.” Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday and Monday. Admission $25; $19 ages 62 and older; $15 students, age 18 and older with ID; free for ages 17 and younger. Location, 6067 Wilshire Blvd. (corner of Fairfax Avenue), Los Angeles. 323-930-3000. academymuseum.org
African American Firefighter Museum: Artifacts, fire apparatus, pictures and stories about African American Los Angeles firefighters. Hours: timed entry admission, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. on Sunday (make a reservation on Eventbrite here: tinyurl.com/4dx5xxhk). Donation. Location, 1401 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles. 213-744-1730. https://www.aaffmuseum.org/
Autry Museum of the American West: Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older, and ages 13-18 and also students older than 18 with ID; $8 ages 3-12 (theautry.org/visit). Location, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles. theautry.org
Bolton Hall Museum: Ongoing special exhibit: “Back to School,” the history of public schools in Sunland and Tujunga, through Spring 2025. Hours: 1-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free admission; $5 donation is appreciated. Bolton Hall Museum, 10110 Commerce Ave., Tujunga. 818-352-3420. Email: llhs@boltonhall.org. www.facebook.com/boltonhallmuseum and www.boltonhall.org
California African American Museum: Ongoing special exhibit: “Simone Leigh,” a traveling exhibit, co-presented with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (artwork presented at both museums), through Jan. 20, 2025 (caamuseum.org/exhibitions/2024/simone-leigh). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. Parking $20 before 5 p.m.; $24 after 5 p.m. (in Exposition Park). Location, 600 State Drive, Los Angeles (in Exposition Park). 213-744-7432. www.caamuseum.org and www.facebook.com/CAAMinLA/
California Science Center: Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Admission is free to the center’s permanent galleries, but there is a charge for special exhibits. Location, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles.californiasciencecenter.org/visit). californiasciencecenter.org
Craft Contemporary: Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Admission $9; $7 ages 65 and older and students; free for ages 12 and younger. Location, 5814 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-937-4230. www.craftcontemporary.org
Discovery Cube Los Angeles – Sylmar: Ongoing special exhibit: “DC Super Heroes: Discover Your Superpowers,” through Jan. 20 (www.discoverycube.org/los-angeles/exhibits/dc-super-heroes/). The museum has ongoing exhibits that aim to make science fun for children. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Admission $20 ages 15-61; $18 ages 62 and older; $17 ages 3-14. Location, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar. www.facebook.com/TheDiscoveryCube and www.discoverycube.org
Forest Lawn Museum – Glendale: Ongoing special exhibit: “Narcissus Quagliata: Archtypes and Vision in Light and Glass,” through March 9 (check the link for details: forestlawn.com/exhibits/narcissus-quagliata-archetypes-and-visions-in-light-and-glass/). Permanent exhibits: forestlawn.com/museum/. Free admission. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Location, 1712 S. Glendale Ave. forestlawn.com
The Getty Center: Ongoing special exhibit: “Charles Ross: Spectrum 14” installation, through Sept. 7, 2025 (www.getty.edu/art/exhibitions/ross/index.html). Current exhibits: www.getty.edu/exhibitions/. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday. Free admission but a timed-ticket admission is required (tinyurl.com/yu6fsv3s). Parking $25 (www.getty.edu/visit/center/parking-and-transportation). Location, 1200 Getty Center Drive (at North Sepulveda Boulevard), Los Angeles. 310-440-7300. www.getty.edu
The Getty Villa: Ongoing special exhibit: “Sculpted Portraits from Ancient Egypt.” Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Monday. Free admission, but a timed-entry reservation is required. Parking $25. Location, 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades. www.getty.edu/visit/villa/
Grammy Museum:Ongoing special exhibits: “Hip-Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit,” through Feb. 17 (grammymuseum.org/exhibit/hip-hop-america-the-mixtape-exhibit). Luther Vandross: Artistry and Elegance,” through June 15 (grammymuseum.org/exhibit/luther-vandross-artistry-and-elegance); and also “RetroBlakesberg: The Music Never Stopped,” through June 15 (grammymuseum.org/exhibit/retroblakesberg-the-music-never-stopped). Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday-Friday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday. Admission $18; $15 ages 65 and older; $12 ages 5-17 and college students with ID. Location, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. 213-725-5700. grammymuseum.org
Holocaust Museum LA: Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Admission $15 ages 18-64; $10 ages 65 and older; free for ages 17 and younger (www.holocaustmuseumla.org/tickets). Free admission on Sundays. Entrance to the museum is through Pan Pacific Park from Beverly Boulevard of Third Street. Location, 100 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles. 323-651-3704. Email: info@hmla.org. www.holocaustmuseumla.org
Italian American Museum Los Angeles: Ongoing special exhibit: “Creative Minds – Italian American Inventors and Innovators,” through Oct. 2025. Hours: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Admission free. Donations requested. Location, 644 N. Main St., Los Angeles. 213-485-8432. www.facebook.com/iamofla. www.iamla.org
Japanese American National Museum: Closed for renovation through late 2026. Programs will continue during the renovation on the museum’s campus in Little Tokyo (100 N. Centra Ave., Los Angeles), other locations and virtually. 213-625-0414. www.janm.org/special/janm-on-the-go
Japan House Los Angeles: Ongoing special exhibit: “Masters of Carpentry: Melding Forest, Skill and Spirit,” exhibit is scheduled to run through Jan. 22, 2025 (details on the exhibit: tinyurl.com/2uk4jz67). Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free admission. The museum is at Ovation Hollywood, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood. 800-516-0565. www.japanhouse.jp/losangeles
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes: Ongoing special exhibit: “Jaime Munoz: Truth Is a Moving Target,” through Jan. 25, 2025 (lapca.org/la-plaza-presents-jaime-munoz-truth-is-a-moving-target/). Permanent exhibits: “LA Starts Here!” and “Calle Principal: Mi México en Los Ángeles.” Hours: noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Free admission. Location, 501 N. Main St., Los Angeles. www.lapca.org
La Brea Tar Pits and Museum: Museum hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, except closed on the first Tuesday of the month and national holidays. Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and students ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required (tarpits.org/plan-your-visit/la-brea-tar-pits-buy-tickets). Parking $18. Location, 5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 213-763-3499. tarpits.org/
Los Angeles County Museum of Art: Ongoing special exhibit: “Simone Leigh,” through Jan. 20, 2025 (www.lacma.org/art/exhibition/simone-leigh). Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and Thursday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Plan your visit information here: tinyurl.com/mr3uwzs3. Admission $23; $19 ages 65 and older and students ages 18 and older with a valid ID; free for ages 17 and younger (reserving/purchasing an advance, timed-entry online is recommended; these prices are for residents of Los Angeles County with an ID). Location, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-857-6010. www.lacma.org
Martial Arts History Museum: Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Admission $12; $5 ages 6-17. Location, 201 N. Brand Blvd. (corner of North Brand and Wilson Street; use entrance at 111 Wilson St.), Glendale. 818-245-6051. www.facebook.com/martialartshistorymuseum. martialartsmuseum.com/
Museum of Contemporary Art: Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday and Friday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Admission is free but an advance online timed-entry ticket is required. Special exhibits are $18; $10 seniors and students; free for ages 11 and younger. Locations: the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA, 152 N. Central Ave., Los Angeles; MOCA Grand Avenue, 250 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. 213-633-5351. www.moca.org/visit
Museum of the San Fernando Valley: Hours: 1-5 p.m. Tuesday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free admission; donations appreciated. Rancho Cordillera del Norte, 18904 Nordhoff St. (southwest corner of Nordhoff and Wilbur Avenue), Northridge. 818-347-9665. themuseumsfvnow.org/
Natural History Museum Los Angeles County: Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday (but closed on the first Tuesday of the month and some holidays). Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required. Location, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. nhmlac.org
Petersen Automotive Museum: Ongoing special exhibits: “Best in Low: Lowrider Icons of the Street and Show,” through April 2025. “Super/Hyper: The Ultimate Automobiles” and “Alternating Currents: The Fall and Rise of Electric Vehicles” and “Modern Concepts: Future Visions from the Recent Past” (all three through July 2025). “Cars Are Beautiful: Mr. Brainwash @The Petersen,” through 2026 (www.petersen.org/cars-are-beautiful-exhibit). Hours through Jan. 2: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily (except closed on Christmas). Admission $21; $19 ages 62 and older; $13 ages 12-17; $12 ages 4-11 (a valid ID is required for ages 12 and older; www.petersen.org/tickets). Location, 6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-930-2277. www.petersen.org
Skirball Cultural Center: Ongoing special exhibit: “Diane von Furstenberg: Woman Before Fashion,” through Aug. 31, 2025 (www.skirball.org/museum/diane-von-furstenberg-woman-fashion). Hours: noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Closed for Jewish and national holidays (www.skirball.org/visit). Admission $18; $13 seniors, full time students with ID and ages 2-17 www.skirball.org/visit). Admission for the “Noah’s Ark at the Skirball” is an extra charge and by a timed-entry (purchase online). Location, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. 310-440-4500. skirball.org
Valley Relics Museum: Take a trip down San Fernando Valley memory lane, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (check the website for hours; subject to change). Admission $15; free for ages 10 and younger. The museum is located at 7900 Balboa Blvd., Hangar C3 and C4, entrance is on Stagg Street, Van Nuys. 818-616-4083. www.facebook.com/valleyrelics. valleyrelicsmuseum.org
Wende Museum of the Cold War: Ongoing special exhibit: “Undercurrents II: Archives and the Making of Soviet Jewish Identity,” through April 6, 2025. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday (wendemuseum.org/about-us/visit). Free admission. Location, 10808 Culver Blvd., Culver City. 310-216-1600. 310-216-1600. Email: visit@wendemuseum.org. wendemuseum.org
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