From an animation social to an art and beer night, there's plenty to enjoy in Los Angeles this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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The Creators Society May 2019 Animation Social
From the event description:
Our social is open to anyone involved or interested in animation, in all areas including film, TV, commercials, visual effects, games, virtual reality and augmented reality. Situated in a speakeasy-inspired intimate space, the Attic is the Valley’s premiere cocktail bar. With no menu, guests are free to choose their spirit and flavor preference. Our expert mixologists then create a personalized cocktail that is both unique and delicious. The Attic also offers a small yet eclectic bar menu to complement your custom cocktails.
When: Tuesday, May 21, 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Attic above The Sherman, 14633 Ventura Blvd.
Admission: Free
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UCLA Free Film: 'Skid Row Marathon' and Q&A
From the event description:
Downtown Los Angeles’ notorious homeless district becomes a place for transformation in this inspiring documentary, "Skid Row Marathon," followed by a Q&A. In the documentary, a criminal court judge starts a running club on L.A.'s notorious skid row. The club's members — comprising homeless drug addicts, a recovering single mom and an paroled murderer — consider themselves among those least likely to succeed. As they train together to run in international marathons, they learn to dream big as they are re-acquainted with their own dignity.
When: Tuesday, May 21, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: James Bridges Theater, 235 Charles E. Young Drive West
Admission: Free
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'Bachelor The Musical'
From the event description:
"Bachelor The Musical" is the most dramatic unauthorized musical parody of The Bachelor yet. Who will get the final rose? Who will go home heartbroken? And how many Bachelor jokes can they cram into a one-hour musical? You’ll have to come to find out.
When: Wednesday, May 22, 8-9:30 p.m.
Where: Dynasty Typewriter, 2511 Wilshire Blvd.
Admission: $20
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'Southeast Asian Deportation Awareness' Program
From the event description:
The UCLA Asian American Studies Center presents The Stanley Kwok Lau and Dora Wong Lau Distinguished Lecture Series' "Southeast Asian Deportation Awareness." Currently, there are more than 16,000 Southeast Asian refugees at risk of being separated from their families and deported to unfamiliar countries.
The Southeast Asian Deportation Forum will center the voices of Southeast Asian refugees who are facing deportation and their loved ones who are actively advocating to resist deportation. The forum will discuss topics such as U.S. imperialism and military involvement in Southeast Asia, the refugee resettlement process, the criminalization of refugees and racist policies that lead to the deportation of refugees.
When: Thursday, May 23, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: UCLA Tom Bradley International Hall, 417 Charles E Young Drive West
Admission: Free
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Art & Beer Night Market
From the event description:
Join us for our last Art & Beer Night Market at Iron Triangle. Unfortunately its doors are closing for good, but we are hosting one last party to celebrate all they have helped us achieve. The night will feature over 25 local artists displaying and selling their work, live music, food trucks and beer.
When: Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m.- Friday, May 24, 12 a.m.
Where: Iron Triangle Brewing Company, 1581 Industrial St.
Admission: $5
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