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Monday, May 12 |
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Free ABC's of Starting Your Business
Business |
Monday, May 12 -
6:00PM to
8:00PM
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Learn the basics of starting your business (DBA, Licenses, Permits etc.)
Once you attend the class, then you are able to set up an appointment with a business consultant.
CHARO Community Dev. Corp.
4301 E. Valley Blvd. ,
Los Angeles , 90032
Ages:
18+
Admission:
Free
323-269-0751 Ex: 502
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Free ABC's of Starting Your Business
Business |
Monday, May 12 -
6:00PM to
8:00PM
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Learn the basics of starting your business (DBA, Licenses, Permits etc.)
Once you attend the class, then you are able to set up an appointment with a business consultant.
CHARO Community Dev. Corp.
4301 E. Valley Blvd. ,
Los Angeles , 90032
Ages:
18+
Admission:
Free
323-269-0751 Ex: 502
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Quetzal and Andy Garcia at the Pasadena Playhouse
Fundraiser |
Monday, May 12 -
6:30PM
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6:30 p.m. - Community Fair on the Playhouse courtyard.
8:00 p.m. - Quetzal concert hosted by Andy Gacria on the Playhouse Mainstage!
Meet and mingle with arts and community organizations while enjoying food and refreshments. The community fair will be followed by legendary local band Quetzal on the Mainstage! After twelve years of sold-out concerts around the globe, Quetzal embodies the soul and the struggle at the heart of the Mexican-American legacy. For more information about Quetzal, go to www.myspace.com/quetzal.
Andy Garcia - Academy Award-nominated actor and star of such films as The Godfather: Part III, The Untouchables and the recent Ocean's Eleven trilogy - will be on site to host this special benefit event.
Proceeds from the concert will go to support Latino Heritage and the Pasadena Playhouse Outreach and Education programs.
Click "Buy Tickets" and look under "Event Schedule".
Pasadena Playhouse
39 S. El Molino Avenue ,
Pasadena , 91103
Admission:
$15, $30, $50
Discount:
Tickets start at $15, mention code OQET
(626) 356-7529
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Wednesday, May 14 |
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The Phenomenal Women Awards Luncheon
Business |
Wednesday, May 14 -
11:30PM to
2:00PM
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Maria Contreras-Sweet, founding chairwoman of PROMÉRICA BANK, will deliver the keynote address at The Phenomenal Women Awards Luncheon hosted by YWCA Greater Los Angeles.
YWCA Greater Los Angeles will recognize and spotlight more than 200 outstanding Los Angeles-area businesswomen from the corporate and non-profit sectors during the organization's annual luncheon.
Millennium Biltmore Hotel - Crystal Room
506 South Grand Avenue ,
Los Angeles , 90071
Admission:
Call for ticket information
213.365.2991, ext. 1331
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Voces Latinas Toastmasters: Be speaker, leader you want to be
Community |
Wednesday, May 14 -
7:00PM to
9:00PM
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Become the speaker and leader you want to be with our learn-by-doing, self-paced program. The environment is friendly, fun and supportive and you'll love the applause. We meet every 2nd & 4th Wednesday nights of the month. Guests (men and women) are welcomed. If you want to take your communication and leadership skills to the next level, participate in our club and get results! Check our website for updates, FAQs, etc.
NEW Connect Business Growth Center
303 Loma Drive (at 3rd St. look for yellow and brick building) ,
Los Angeles , 90017
Admission:
free for guests
818.209.8243
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Clock Out After You Rock Out
Music |
Wednesday, May 14 -
8:00PM
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Free-Wednesday Rock Nights
Come and listen/dance to the very best Rock bands and it's all free.
This Wednesday May 14th the well known rock band "Home Grown" will kick this series out.
Drinks Specials
$1.00 Draft Beers
$2.00 Tequilla Shots
$6.00 Jeager Bombs
Club Radisson
7320 Greenleaf Ave. ,
Whittier , 90602
Ages:
21 and over
Admission:
Free
626.488.3344
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Thursday, May 15 |
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U. S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE DIVERSITY CAREER NETWORKING NIGHT
Business |
Thursday, May 15 -
6:00PM to
8:00PM
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The New York event will be the 11th held in this series since the U.S. State
Department and MPN partnered to initiate this national effort to
ensure that the U.S. State Department looks more like the face of America.
Previous events have been held in Houston, Los Angeles, Anaheim, San Diego,
San Antonio, Miami, Atlanta, Chicago, Raleigh, and Detroit. Future events will be
held in other highly diverse major U.S. metro areas.
WHO:
Ambassadors, Foreign Service Diplomats, and entry-level officers from the U.S. State Department will be available to speak with attendees about the exciting career opportunities awaiting them in the State Department Each attendee must individually RSVP for this event. To view photos from past events and for additional information on upcoming events, and to RSVP, please go to - www.mpnsite.com/rsvp.asp
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street ,
New York , 10036
Admission:
Free
888-676-6389
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Friday, May 16 |
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How the Garcia Girls Spent Their Summer
Movie |
Friday, May 16 -
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Maya Entertainment, will release the romantic comedy, HOW THE GARCIA GIRLS SPENT THEIR SUMMER, starring Golden Globe Winner, America Ferrera, Elizabeth Peña, Lucy Gallardo, Jorge Cervera Jr., Steven Bauer and Rick Najera.
This is the very first feature film written and directed by a proud Latina, Georgina Garcia Riedel. Filmed in Arizona, inspired by Reidel's grandmother, the film lovingly explores the sensuality, longing and self-realization in three generations of women--a daughter, a mother and grandmother in a Mexican American family as their romantic drought turns into a drenching--one dusty hot summer in the Southwest.
Check Website for Theater Listings
Ages:
R Rating
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Salsa and Merengue on the Music Center Plaza in Downtown LA
Dance |
Friday, May 16 -
6:30PM to
10:00PM
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WHAT: Dance Downtown
WHERE: Music Center Plaza, 135 North Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA
WHEN: May 16th - 6:30pm to 10pm (Salsa/Merengue)
ADMISSION: FREE
Dance Floor Provided. Live music by Orquestra Son Mayor.
Beginner Dance Lesson at 6:30pm.
You don't need a partner to shake your groove thing! No matter what your dance style of choice or level of expertise, there is no better way to spend a Friday evening than dancing under stars on the Music Center Plaza.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Line Dancing (May 30)
Cumbia (June 13)
Swing (June 27)
Information is subject to change. In case of rain, events will be cancelled.
The Music Center is located in downtown Los Angeles on Grand Avenue between First and Temple Streets. Parking is available in the Music Center garage for $8 (on weekends). For public transportation (MTA bus/Metro Red Line), call 1-800-Commute or visit www.mta.net.
For more information please call: 213-972-3660, or visit www.musiccenter.org
Music Center
135 North Grand Ave. ,
Los Angeles , 90012
213-972-3660
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Rick Ortiz Presents: Latin Fusion Night!!!
Music |
Friday, May 16 -
9:00PM to
1:00AM
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May 16th - Friday
Quiet Cannon @Montebello Golf Course
901 Via San Clemente Montebello 323-724-4500
9PM 21&over $7 w/ticket $10 at door
Latin Fusion Night
Upground - Orgullo Café - Dirty Hands
Quiet Cannon
901 Via San Clemente ,
Montebello , 90640
Ages:
21 and over
Admission:
7 w/ticket $10 at door
Discount:
$3 Discount Advanced Purchase
323-810-1148
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Latin Fusion Night!!!
Music |
Friday, May 16 -
9:00PM to
1:00AM
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May 16th - Friday
Quiet Cannon @Montebello Golf Course
901 Via San Clemente Montebello 323-724-4500
9PM 21&over $7 w/ticket $10 at door
Latin Fusion Night
Upground - Orgullo Café - Dirty Hands
Quiet Cannon
901 Via San Clemente ,
hollywood , 90640
Ages:
21 and over
Admission:
$7/$10
Discount:
$3 Advanced Ticket Purchase
3232-810-1148
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Saturday, May 17 |
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New Landscape Works by Mary-Austin Klein: Collective Amnesia
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Metro Gallery presents Mary-Austin Klein's solo exhibition, "Collective Amnesia." These new works explore the form of the Los Angeles landscape, the idea of how those of us who reside here define it, how we define ourselves by it, and how we interact with it. Mary-Austin Klein's exhibition tackles these questions through oil paintings of the urban landscape displaying the enchantment that is Los Angeles. The exhibition will be on display from May 17th to June 21th, 2008. Please join us for the opening reception Saturday, May 17th, 2008, from 6-9pm.
Mary-Austin Klein's love of the natural environment began as she grew up on the Palos Verde Peninsula where she connected with the jagged landforms against the Pacific Ocean. With a fine art degree from The Otis Art Institute of Parsons School of Design, Mary-Austin's work has dealt with desert landscapes to her recent works where urban design is quite simply stated. This concrete city is enveloped by real estate, but beautified by the natural environment surrounding these forms. Mary-Austin Klein captures the honest depiction of homes holding tight to slippery hillsides, smoky skies, dream homes, empty lots, and ding bat apartments representing the collision of natural beauty and the dreamers that have called Los Angeles home.
About Metro Gallery
Metro Gallery is a full service contemporary fine art gallery located at 1835 Hyperion Avenue in Silverlake, California. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 12pm-7pm. For more information on this exhibit, opening, and upcoming exhibitions, please contact the gallery at (323) 663-2782 or visit www.metrogallery.org.
Metro Gallery
1835 Hyperion Ave. ,
los angeles , 90027
Admission:
free
323.663.2787
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GUACAMOLE Festival
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
12:00PM to
10:00PM
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The event is also on Sunday May 18th
The 2000 census figures 69% Latinos residents for the zip code 90031. The City of Lincoln Heights is located 3 miles north of downtown Los Angeles and is surrounded by the cities of Boyle Heights, El Sereno, Cypress Park and City Terrace.
The Guacamole Festival is targeted to promote the consumption of the avocado that it's very popular among the Angelinos.
More than 15,000 Hispanics attendants will enjoy an extensive menu of Foods dishes serve with lots of Avocado suc as Guacamole burgers, avocado sandwiches, avocado salads, guacamole dips, tacos, etc.
Families of all races and ethnicity have being invite to participate in a fraternal environment to enjoy a variety of avocado food recipes, free gifts, Carnival Rides & Games, live music and all type of exhibitors.
Street Fair
Baldwin St. & Griffin Ave. ,
Lincoln Heights , 90031
Ages:
all ages
Admission:
free admission
818 734-2744
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GUACAMOLE Festival
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
12:15PM to
10:00PM
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The event is also on Sunday May 18th.
The 2000 census figures 69% Latinos residents for the zip code 90031. The City of Lincoln Heights is located 3 miles north of downtown Los Angeles and is surrounded by the cities of Boyle Heights,
El Sereno, Cypress Park and City Terrace.
Lincoln Heights is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Los Angeles and is home to an increasingly large Hispanic poor-to-working class immigrant population. North Broadway is the busy commercial strip and central focal point of the area. The Golden State Freeway, split the city right down the middle.
The GUACAMOLE Festival is targeted to promote the consumption of the avocado that it's very popular among the Angelinos.
More than 15,000 Hispanics attendants will enjoy an extensive menu of Food dishes serve with lots of Avocado such as Guacamole burgers, avocado sandwiches, avocado salads, guacamole dips, tacos, etc.
Families of all races and ethnicity have being invite to participate in a fraternal environment to enjoy a variety of Avocado food recipes, free health screenings for the whole family, free gifts, Carnival Rides & Games, live music and a variety of products, services and information provided by all type of exhibitors.
Street Fair
Baldwin St. & Griffin Ave. ,
Lincoln Heights , 90031
Ages:
all ages
Admission:
free admission
818 734-2744
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Mountain Restoration
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
1:00PM to
4:00PM
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Join TreePeople and the Santa Monica Mountains Restoration Trust for an afternoon of restoration. We will focus on invasive species removal, watering, mulching and planting of native grasses.
Malibu
(818) 623-4879
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A Necessary Conversation w/ Dr. Jorge Huerta
Fundraiser |
Saturday, May 17 -
7:00PM to
10:00PM
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East LA Rep & Ave. 50 Studio Invite you to "A Necessary Conversation with Jorge Huerta, Ph.D." Moderated by Diane Rodriguez.
East Los Angeles Repertory Theatre Company (East LA Rep) bring together renown Chicano Theatre scholar, Dr Jorge Huerta, and prominent director/producer, Diane Rodriguez, for an evening of necessary conversation regarding the impact Latino Theatre has made on the American Theatre.
Join us for an evening of food, refreshments, live music, beautiful art, and
insightful conversation as we reminisce about the early years and look toward the future.
This Necessary Conversation Series is a benefit fundraiser for East LA Rep with food by Taxquito and live music provided by Grupo Chucumite.
Ave. 50 Studio
131 N. Ave. 50 ,
Highland Park , 90042
Admission:
Donation $50 each or $75 for two
RSVP (323) 223-1529
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Million Trees LA Community Planting
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
9:00AM to
12:00PM
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Citizen Foresters Cyndee and Phil Hilliard have been working hard to organize this neighborhood planting. Come help plant 20 trees and transform an empty parkway into a great, green canopy!
San Pedro
(818) 623-4879
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Million Trees LA Arbor Day Park Planting
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
9:00AM to
12:00PM
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Join TreePeople and the amazing youth of Roots & Shoots for an exciting planting at Griffith Park. This dramatic location needs YOU to help with restoration after last May's tragic fires.
Griffith Park
Los Angeles
(818) 623-4879
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Million Trees LA Neighborhood Planting
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
9:00AM to
12:00PM
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Join TreePeople and Citizen Forester George Reis for the latest greening project in West LA's Castle Heights neighborhood. George will lead his community to plant 20 new trees. It promises to be a fun-filled day!
West Los Angeles
(818) 623-4879
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LAPD Latino Recruitment Seminar & Written Exam
Community |
Saturday, May 17 -
9:00AM to
1:00PM
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LAPD Latino Recruitment Seminar & Written Exam
Come see what it takes to become a Los Angeles Police Officer!
Take advantage of this opportunity to meet officers, recruiters and mentors currently on the LAPD and receive valuable information about the various career paths and physical preparation programs available to you.
LAPD officers will host a personalized Q&A Session designed to answer your questions. Take a glimpse at how to physically prepare for the academy by watching the Candidate Assistance Program demonstration.
Those in attendance will also have the opportunity to take the first step to this rewarding career by taking the written exam.
WHAT: LAPD Latino Recruitment Seminar and Written Exam
WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2008
TIME: Information Session begins at 9:00 am
WHERE: Ahmanson Recruit Training Center 5651 W. Manchester Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90045
CONTACT: (866) 444-LAPD or JoinLAPD.com
LAPD Ahmanson Recruit Training Center
5651 W. Manchester Blvd ,
Los Angeles , 90045
Ages:
all ages
Admission:
FREE
866-444LAPD
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The Best Entertainment for Dancing Live DJ's and Latin Bands
Dancing |
Saturday, May 17 -
9:30PM to
1:30PM
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The New Club Radisson Grand Opening Weekend
Two Stages all going on at the same Time
Stage A: "Seduce" the Club Radisson All Star DJ's performing in the large room spinning: Hip Hop, Mash-ups, House, Old School, Funk, Latino Grooves, 70's & 80's Retro and more.
Stage B: Latin Rock, Ragge, Cumbia's etc...Bands: Dirty Hands, Orgullo Cafe and guest band.
Club Radisson
7320 Greenleaf Ave. ,
Whittier , 90602
Ages:
21 and over
Admission:
$8.00 Cover
626.859.7668
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Sunday, May 18 |
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GUACAMOLE Festival
Community |
Sunday, May 18 -
12:15PM to
10:00PM
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The 2000 census figures 69% Latinos residents for the zip code 90031. The City of Lincoln Heights is located 3 miles north of downtown Los Angeles and is surrounded by the cities of Boyle Heights, El Sereno, Cypress Park and City Terrace.
Lincoln Heights is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Los Angeles and is home to an increasingly large Hispanic poor-to-working class immigrant population. North Broadway is the busy commercial strip and central focal point of the area. The Golden State Freeway, split the city right down the middle.
The GUACAMOLE Festival is targeted to promote the consumption of the avocado that it's very popular among the Angelinos.
More than 15,000 Hispanics attendants will enjoy an extensive menu of Food dishes serve with lots of Avocado such as Guacamole burgers, avocado sandwiches, avocado salads, guacamole dips, tacos, etc.
Families of all races and ethnicity have being invite to participate in a fraternal environment to enjoy a variety of Avocado food recipes, free health screenings for the whole family, free gifts, Carnival Rides & Games, live music and a variety of products, services and information provided by all type of exhibitors.
Street Fair
Baldwin St. & Griffin Ave. ,
Lincoln Heights , 90031
Ages:
all ages
Admission:
free admission
818 734-2744
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Book Signing in the Famous Plaza Mexico
Literature |
Sunday, May 18 -
4:00PM to
7:00PM
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The author of the violent and poetic novel, I Wasn't Born a Teacher, will be signing copies of his book and answering questions following a short reading.
From being in a gang to overcoming acoholism, and finally becoming an educator the novel makes you wonder about the type of lives your teachers might have led before they entered the classroom.
David Bueno-Hill is an award winning teacher. He has been teaching ESL, English as a Second Language, classes at Gage Middle School for 7yrs. Visit his website www.painispoetry.com to learn more about this author and his work. You can also read the first four chapters on his website.
Admission is free and after the reading you can enjoy the wonderful environment in the world famous Plaza Mexico filled with restaurants and stores dedicated to Latinos.
Libreria Martinez (located in Plaza Mexico)
11221 Long Beach Blvd. Suite 102 ,
Lynwood , 90262
Ages:
All Ages
Admission:
Free
1 (310) 6379484
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Million Trees LA Park Planting
Community |
Sunday, May 18 -
9:00AM to
1:00PM
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Come to the beach with TreePeople! Join Eagle Scout David Bloch and the Pathway at UCLA Extension students for the Rock 'n' Recycle, Plant & Party event. We'll be planting trees, doing tree care and cleaning up the beach at this fun, informative day. | | |
