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Chrissy Teigen Ralph’s Checkout Takeover — March 26
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Don’t miss Chrissy Teigen at Ralph’s (11727 W. Olympic Blvd.) from 1 to 2 p.m. doing a meet-and-greet and offering bites of baked goods made with Cravings’ mixes: the new Sweet & Sticky Carrot Cake Kit and Heavenly Coconut Key Lime Cake Mix.
The Holloway Returns — March 26
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Just in time for Dodger’s opening day, The Holloway reopens in Echo Park in the former Little Oyster space. Angelenos can pop in as early as noon to grab a spot for the game, with a DJ to follow and discounted drinks all through opening weekend.
Molly Baz x Ayoh x Woon for The Mad Collective Benefit — March 26
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Molly Baz teams up with Woon and Ayoh on a night of food and music in benefit of The Mad Collective, an L.A. nonprofit uplifting communities through food and essential care.
Badmaash Opens in Venice — March 27
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Badmaash now has a new location on Abbot Kinney. Alongside dishes like steak frites, lamb chops and saffron tres leches cake, the Venice outpost has its first-ever beverage program, inclusive of natural wines and cocktails.
Level 8’s Rodeo Revival — March 27
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Happening through April 30, Level 8 kicks off its country-inspired pop-up this weekend. The rooftop party pairs neon lights with cowboy vibes, rotating activations, DJs and 818 Tequila cocktails.
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The L.A. Zoo launches its spring festivities on March 27 with an opening weekend featuring Big Bunny photo opps, special animal feedings, honey tastings, a conservation expo, safari maze, craft station, scavenger hunt and more.
Palestine ‘36 Pop-Up — March 27-29
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Watermelon Pictures hosts a pop-up for its Oscar shortlisted film, Palestine’36. Celebrating the film’s theatrical release, the experience at Astralab features music, historic costumes, workshops, behind-the-scenes materials, vendors, different activities, cultural workshops, live performances, Palestinian food and more. It also happens April 3-5.
The Americana at Brand Spring Soirée and Bunny Brunch — March 28
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The Easter bunny makes brunch extra lively at Trattoria Amici, beginning at 10 a.m., followed by the Spring Soirée on The Green from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring a petting zoo, craft stations, balloon artists, face painting, photo moments and more.
Goat Yoga at The Garland — March 28
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The Garland hotel in North Hollywood hosts a yoga class with some special friends from 10 a.m. to noon. Between downward dog and other yoga poses, enjoy the company of rescue goats — all set under the sycamore trees. Admission includes the 60-minute flow, branded water bottle and fruit-infused water.
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In collaboration with the Los Angeles Clippers, L.A. Card Show transforms Intuit Dome into the ultimate card show hub with 500 fashion collectibles and culture vendors. Other notable activations set for the event include an autograph stage featuring UFC champions Rampage Jackson and Mackenzie Dern; a “King of the Court” one-on-one challenge; an NBA-style three-point contest with streetballer Whit3 Iverson; and an on-site LAFC soccer skills zone.
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Contemporary painter Zoe Rose makes her solo exhibition debut with the opening of Unus Mundus: The Sacred Marriage of Spirit & Matter — an exploration of feminine power, transformation and unity — at SO.LO Arts Cultural Playground & Gallery in Downtown Long Beach. The opening reception unfolds from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.on March 28, followed by an artist panel on March 29 from 1 to 5 p.m. It is on view through April 25.
Women Who Create at Runway Playa Vista — March 28
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From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Runway Playa Vista puts on the Women Who Create artisan market. Stroll through for goods by women creatives, small businesses and live entertainment.
Dr. Martens Presents Sandal Daze — March 28-29
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Dr. Martens celebrates the release of its new Zebzag Sandal collection with a pop-up at Westfield Century City Mall’s Oasis. Free to visit, stop by for custom Polaroid photos, complimentary Mateo’s Popsicles and prizes.
Pasta| Bar + Chef Erik Anderson Collaboration Dinner — March 28-29
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Pasta| Bar teams up with Michelin-starred chef Erik Anderson (COI, Noma, The French Laundry) on a menu showcasing the restaurant’s new seasonal dishes and Anderson’s technique-driven style.
Culver City Book Festival — March 29
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From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the free-to-attend Culver City Book Festival presents an array of works by local authors, publishers, journals and literary nonprofits at the Wende Museum. The Sunday event also features panels and kid’s activities.
The Den Meditation at Hotel Maya — March 29
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The Den Meditation puts on its first-ever system reset experience featuring guided breathwork, meditation, sound immersion, a live frequency healing DJ set and more. Later, an evening exhale soundbath continues the rejuvenating Sunday.
Getty’s Egyptian Book of the Dead Talk — March 29
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In support of The Egyptian Book of the Dead exhibition (on view through Nov. 20), Getty presents a talk by Egyptologist Foy Scalf about the role of the Book of the Dead in the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians.
Womens Leadership Forum at The West Hollywood Edition — March 29
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The West Hollywood Edition bids adieu to Women’s History Month with Room to Lead, a women’s leadership forum featuring two panel conversations with women across music, fashion and media.
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The contemporary clothing brand has a new flagship in Malibu, extending the Madhappy brick-and-mortar presence from West Hollywood to the coast. The 2,400-square-foot store embraces the use of glass, steel and concrete in post-war Case Study Houses for its own design — a picturesque way to display Madhappy’s seasonal classics collections, special projects and limited-edition Malibu capsule.