
Looking to mix things up this week? From a podcast taping to an interactive panel, here are a few top options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.
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Deck the Hallmark Podcast: Christmas in July
From the event description:
The world fell in love with the guys from Deck the Hallmark Podcast in 2018 after they watched and reviewed all 38 new Hallmark Christmas movies and went viral thanks to an appearance on Good Morning America. Now, the guys from the Deck the Hallmark podcast are celebrating Christmas in July — live!
When: Tuesday, July 30, 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: Dynasty Typewriter, 2511 Wilshire Blvd.
Admission: $15
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An Evening with Wacom
From the event description:
Audience members will have the opportunity to learn more about Wacom’s latest display, the Wacom Cintiq 22, and network with fellow artists, industry veterans and Wacom representatives. Not only will Cintiq 22 tablets be available for use on site, attendees will be treated to a demonstration by Emmy-nominated creature designer Dan Katcher — best known for his designs of the dragons on HBO’s "Game of Thrones" — who will be using the display during a live sculpting session.
When: Tuesday, July 30, 7:30-10 p.m.
Where: Gnomon — School of Visual Effects, Games & Animation, 1015 N. Cahuenga Blvd.
Admission: Free
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Least Favorite Child and Some Kinda Monster
From the event description:
Least Favorite Child is a long-form improv group comprised of disliked children. Our parents deem us “garbage” and “garbage, but stunningly attractive.” For our show, we will call our parents and make them speak to us, then do scenes based off of their stories and insults. Some Kinda Monster Improv is a Los Angeles based improv team, mostly known for performing an improvised episode of “Law and Order.” The team creates a wacky and hilarious interpretation of the classic crime drama, based entirely off a made up title from the audience.
When: Tuesday, July 30, 8-9 p.m.
Where: Comedy Central Stage, 6539 Santa Monica Blvd.
Admission: Free
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Sizzling Summer Nights: Yari Moré Latin Band

From the event description:
Dance the night away with L.A.’s best salsa and Latin fusion bands at the Autry’s popular summer series. The outdoor parties include free lessons with an instructor, access to museum galleries, a separate children’s dance floor and more. Tacos, margaritas and other light refreshments are available for purchase from Crossroads West.
When: Thursday, Aug. 1, 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way
Admission: Free - $15
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Moving the Needle: Women of Color in Film and TV
From the event description:
Please join us to celebrate and support diversity and inclusion — and women of color who work in front of and behind the camera in film and TV. This will be an interactive panel featuring women of color in Hollywood aimed at similar people who are currently working in the industry or are looking to do so, and their allies. We hope to provide insights on the challenges that women of color in Hollywood face, what progress has been and continues to be made and how we can all help move the needle. We’ll also discuss specific and strategic ways for people from underrepresented/marginalized groups to gain the confidence to chase their dreams in Hollywood.
When: Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-9:45 p.m.
Where: The Riveter West LA, 2236 S. Barrington Ave.
Admission: $10
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