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Last week of the month. Let’s jump right into it.
This February 24-28 in Los Angeles, you’ll find a Clown Storm at Elysian, a Sketch Party at Benny Boy, a Death Cafe, a Friend or Flame speed dating event, Walter Mosley in conversation at Central Library, and the west coast debut of H&H Bagels. More ideas below!
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Things To Do This Week
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
Clown Storm at The Elysian Vault -> Send in the clowns this Monday at The Elysian Vault as a lineup of more than a dozen area clowns (love that phrase) will be workshopping new material in an unpredictable and interactive environment. Audience members are encouraged to provide feedback to artists who ask for it on their work-in-progress pieces. Could an A or F! Tickets are just $5. Starts at 5:30 p.m. More info here.
Sketch Party – FA > Sketch Party’s twice-monthly drawing/drinking meet-up comes to Benny Boy Brewing this Tuesday. They’ll hook you up with sketch paper, pens, pencils, and markers, then it’s up to you to create, mingle, hang out, and enjoy BB’s solid lineup of craft beers and ciders. Jay’s Tacos will be serving food as well. All artistic levels welcome. Free to attend. Runs 7 to 11 p.m. 21+ only. More info here.
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The Golden Screen -> Starting this week, a new monthly centennial screening series at The Culver Theatre, presented by MGM & The Culver Hotel, offers classic films on the big screen paired with exclusive cocktails, canapés, and music. For the series debut, James Bond takes center stage with a screening of Goldfinger on Wednesday. Tickets are $47.25 via Open Table. Starts at 7 p.m. More info here.
Night Out at LACMA – FA > This Wednesday, Night Out at LACMA showcases the museum’s current exhibitions with a free after-hours offering drinks and music on the plaza. Food will be available for purchase at the LACMA Café and LACMA Marketplace, alongside cash bars. Starts at 7 p.m. All-ages, but an RSVP is required. More info here.
Death Cafe at Heavy Manners – FA > Death Cafe returns to Heavy Manners Library in Echo Park this Wednesday, with a stated goal to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their finite lives.” It’s more discussion than support group, so go in with expectations set. Might be a good fit if you previously checked out the Silent Book Club of Death (another We Like L.A. recommendation). Donuts and coffee also provided! The event is free, but donations are welcomed. Starts at 6 p.m. More info here.
Been Wrong So Long It Feels Like Right at Central Library – FA M TP > This Wednesday, The Library Foundation’s ALOUD series celebrates iconic mystery writer Walter Mosley with a special event at the Mark Taper Auditorium inside Central Library. The evening centers around conversation between the author and literary critic Paula L. Woods. There will also be performance excerpts from Mosley’s latest novel Been Wrong So Long It Feels Like Right featuring actors Jason George (Station 19), Glynn Turman (Rustin), and Miia Harris (Monster High: The Movie). Co-presented with WORDTheatre. Starts at 7 p.m. Free to attend with RSVP. More info here.
A Tribute to Black Legacy in Opera – FA M > On Thursday, A Tribute to Black Legacy in Opera at California African American Museum offers a recital honoring the works and voices of Black composers, poets, and artists. The programs features selections by H. T. Burleigh, Leslie Adams, and Margaret Bonds, all presented in partnership with LA Opera. Starts at 7 p.m. More info here.
Friend or Flame at Alamo Drafthouse – M > On Thursday, Friend or Flame comes to DTLA’s Alamo Drafthouse location for a fun for a night of conversation, cocktails, and connections, gathering singles (ages 21-40) for a night of speed dating. The speed dating segment of the evening will last approximately 45 minutes, with an open mingle session to follow. Event starts at 7:30 p.m. Note that this edition of Friend or Flame is tailored for straight folks. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 at the door. More info here.
Fourth Fridays in Long Beach – FA > Retro Row in Long Beach comes alive on the fourth Friday of the month with special pop-ups, live performances, and extended store hours from shops on 4th St between Temple and Cherry. The event runs 6 to 9 p.m. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
H&H Bagels in Santa Monica -> H&H Bagels, the legendary New York City bagel brand, is making its West Coast debut in Santa Monica on Wednesday, February 26 at 710 Montana Ave. To celebrate, the first 200 customers will receive a tote bag with an H&H gift card valued between $5 and $100. Founded in 1972 on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, H&H Bagels has become a NYC institution, with appearances on Sex and the City and Seinfeld. The Santa Monica location will serve the same beloved classics, including the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese and the Nova Salmon with “The Works.” Guests can also choose from a variety of cream cheese flavors as well as classic bagel options like Everything, Cinnamon Raisin, Jalapeño Cheddar, and Pumpernickel. The menu also features specialty sandwiches, including the Horseradish Roast Beef and Avocado Deluxe. In a show of community support, franchisee Philip Gross, a native Angeleno, will donate 100% of the first week’s profits to the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund.
Tom’s Snakehole Lounge at Big Bar -> This Monday, Tom Liu (Head Bartender at Thunderbolt) is transforming Big Bar in Los Feliz into The Snakehole Lounge for a one-night-only Lunar New Year celebration in honor of the Year of the Snake. Stop by from 6 to 9 p.m. to sip on Mamba in the Woods, a bold cocktail featuring Kikori rice whiskey, yuzuri, sennzafinne autumn, lemon, and methylsimple, garnished with twin snakes. In true Big Bar fashion, expect plenty of quirky surprises—including, rumor has it, Snake Juice possibly served on a remote-controlled snake. But you’ll have to show up to see for yourself. More info here.
Happy Hour at Fitoor → Santa Monica’s newly opened contemporary Indian grill, Fitoor, offers happy hour daily from 4 to 6 p.m. at the bar. The menu features flavorful small plates ($3–$12) and handcrafted cocktails ($12). Highlights include Paneer Tacos, Chicken Tikka Jalapeño Pizza, Masala Fries, and a Padam Sampler, alongside cocktails with creative twists—like a Martini infused with cucumber, mint, and yogurt. More info here.
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