Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Kate Nash Private Performance

Calling all music lovers—Kate Nash is giving an intimate performance at Sonos Studio from 7-10 p.m. This special evening, co-hosted by Pandora, will showcase Sonos’ incredible sound technology, while giving visitors a chance to see the British songstress up close. To attend, RSVP at: http://sonosstudio-katenash.eventbrite.com/?access=SonosVIP. 145 N. La Brea Ave., West Hollywood; sonos-studio.com

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Carol Burnett Q&A and Book Signing

Head to the Simi Valley’s Ronald Regan Presidential Library, where the renowned actress Carol Burnett will be signing her new book Carrie and Me: A Mother-Daughter Love Story from 7-8 p.m., followed by a seated dinner. The program also includes a moderated Q&A session from 6-7PM. Tickets for all three events are $65 per person and available online at: reagan.convio.net. For more information call 805-522-2977. 40 Presidential Drive,
Simi Valley, 805-522-2977; reaganfoundation.org

Friday, May 31, 2013

Elgin Baylor Auction at Julien’s

Calling all Laker’s fans—Julien’s Auctionsis hosting an exclusive auction of property from Elgin Baylor, Hall-of-Famer, Laker’s legend, and eleven time NBA All-Star. The live auction will begin at 10 a.m., though interested parties may tour the collection at Julien’s the week leading up to the event, and register to bid online. 9665 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310-836-1818; juliensauctions.com

Saturday, June 1, 2013

REDCAT Studio: Summer 2013

Downtown’s independent theater REDCAT invites you to experience Studio, their seasonal event inviting guest curators to cultivate six experimental performances pieces featuring emerging artists. This edition was curated by Aaron Drake and Ayana Hampton and features dance, readings, short plays and more. TIckets are $15 tickets. 631 W. 2nd St., Downtown; 213-237-2800; redcat.org/event/studio-summer-2013

Sunday, June 2, 2013

Pedal on the Pier

Put the pedal to the metal at this annual charity event on the Santa Monica Pier that features a day of spinning all to raise money for the Howard Robinson Foundation. The event is expected to draw over 1300 guests to participate and cheer on the spinners. For more information or to register a team visit: pedalonthepier.haroldrobinsonfoundation.org

Björk’s Biophilia Education Program

The Museum of Contemporary Art is hosting Björk to present the first Biophilia Education Program at 1 p.m. The program, which encourages children to explore music through new technology, coincides with Biophilia’s three concerts at the Hollywood Paladium June 2, 5 and 8. 250 S. Grand Ave., Downtown; 213-626-6222; moca.org

Monday, June 3, 2013

C-CAP LA Hatfield’s Event

Enjoy sweet and savory concoctions by the team at Hatfield’s on Melrose, paired with wines by Boony Doon Vinyard, all to benefit C-CAP LA, which helps at-risk high school students in Los Angeles. The evening will also feature coffee service by Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Company and a select auction. Tickets are $150 and available online at brownpapertickets.com. 6703 Melrose Ave., Hollywood, 323-935-2977; hatfieldsrestaurant.com

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Ojai Music Festival

Head to the picturesque Ojai Valley for the 67th Annual contemporary and classic music festival, honoring choreographer Mark Morris, and featuring concerts, films, Q&As and more with the likes of MMDG Music Ensemble, The Bad Plus, the American String Quartet and many more. Series tickets ranging from $80-$720 are available now at ojaifestival.org or by calling 805-646-2053. Through June 9.

Affordable Living for the Aging Benefit Dinner

In honor of Maureen Kindel, ED.D, founder of Kindel Gagan, Affordable Living for the Aging (ALA) will be hosting its annual awards dinner at the historical Regent Beverly Wilshire Hotel. All proceeds from donation and the silent auction will go towards housing for our nation’s homeless seniors. The reception begins at 5:30 p.m., and will be followed by the awards ceremony. 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills; alaseniorliving.org

Monday, June 10, 2013

Los Angeles Golf Classic

Join Dennis Quaid, Michael Chiklis and Aimee Garcia along with an array of Hollywood’s movers and shakers at the Screen Actors Guild Foundation’s annual golf charity tournament at the Lakeside Golf Club in Burbank. The afternoon, sponsored by Integrated Wealth Management, will raise funds for the foundation’s Catastrophic Health Fund and Emergency Services Assistance programs. 4500 Lakeside Dr., Burbank; 818-984-060; golf.sagfoundation.org

Thursday, June 13, 2013

LA Film Fest

The Los Angeles Film Festival debuts June 13, with the opening night gala screening of Pedro Almodovar’s I’m So Excited. The festival, centered at Downtown’s LA LIVE, continues on until June 23, with a wide array of exciting screenings and celebrity-filled events. For the complete festival schedule visit: filmguide.lafilmfest.com/tixSYS/2013/filmguide. Through June 23. lafilmfest.com

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Father’s Day Jet Exhibition

Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance is hosting a very special Father’s Day celebration in honor of the 50^th anniversary of Learjet. The event, which kicks off at 200 Rodeo Drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature a full-scale mock-up of the revolutionary Learjet 85 aircraft, surrounded by vintage and racing cars and motorcycles from world-renowned brands. rodeodrive-bh.com

The Humane Society’s Veg Appetit

Health-conscious foodies join actress Emily Deschanel, and chefs Tal Ronnen and Yves Fournier, for an afternoon of food tastings, cocktails, auctions, and presentations from special guests, all to benefit the Humane Society of the U.S.’s Farm Animal Protection Campaign, and Hollywood Outreach program. The event is hosted at Culver City’s SmogShoppe, and tickets are available starting at $200 by calling: 310-440-0600. 2651 S. La Cienega Blvd., Culver City, 310-837-3610; humanesociety.org

Saturday, June 22, 2013

The 24-Hour Plays

Curious to see just how good some of Los Angeles’ actors and writers really are? Then head to the 24-Hour Plays at the Broad Stage, a unique event where a cast and crew comprised of celebrity guests are given 24-hours to put together a quality one-act play. Tickets start at $100 with proceeds benefiting Urban Arts. 1310 11th St., Santa Monica, 212-966-5881; urbanarts.org

Saturday, July 13, 2013

6th Annual Walk for Wishes

Take part in Make-A-Wish Greater Los Angeles’ “Walk Through Hollywood History” at the Universal Studios Backlot. A festival of music, cuisine, face painting, and more will follow the 7:30 a.m. walk. The celebratory event will benefit Make-A-Wish Greater Los Angeles and is priced at $35. 100 Universal City Plaza, 800-864-8377; wishla.kintera.org