It’s summer kids so you’ve got lots of choices for Thursday nights see the Upcoming Events Page for a full listing….Hammer is doing Free music, the SM Pier and I will be spotlighting Boulevard Music’s event in Culver City featuring Mike Tempo…from the Bonedaddys.

Keep your eyes peeled, for I will be writing quite a bit about Mike Temple (his artist name). In case you didn’t know, Mike is an incredible artist….I’m talkin’ really good. The guy’s got serious chops as an artist.

Tonight THE BONEDADDYS Play….They are featured on the same bill as Argentine rockers, Los Pinguos! Whew, that’s gonna be a heck of a FREE show…..Mama likes! 

THE BONEDADDYS’s set starts at 7:00, then Los Pinguos go on next.

2 hours Free parking in the City Hall garage.

What: Live Music, Bonedaddys and Los Pinguos
WHERE: Culver City City Hall Courtyard, 9770 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232; (corner Culver Blvd. and Duquesne Ave.)
When: 7:00 pm
Phone: 310-398-2583
Website: www.boulevardmusic.com

Now don’t forget….it’s the 2nd Thursday….yeah baby, The Downtown Art Walk takes place tonight. As always here are some of my faves…Be sure to check their website….http://downtownartwalk.org/  

DAC Gallery presents “Urban and aOtherwise,” a contemporary group exhibition of paintings and mixed media works by the artists of ECF Art Centers.  Artists include: Kelvin Belt, Jesus Celedon, Heon Choi, David Foster, Justina Ko, Jameel Linzy (see image), Vickie Maye, Tony Robles, Michael Schaffer, Juanita Scott and more.

Profits from artwork sales benefit artists directly as well as help support ECF Art Centers’ programs.

What: Opening reception, Group show, “Urban and Otherwise”
Where: DAC Gallery, 828 S Main St., LA 90014
When: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Phone: 213-627-7374
Website: http://www.dacgallery.com

At LACDA, there’s always a fun art party….so pop in….Debbi Cable will be featured in a window display at 5th and Main, so be sure to check it out…

On View: July 12th – August 4th

What: New Media Fesitval Los Angeles 
Where: LACDA, Los Angeles Center For Digital Art, 102 West Fifth St. LA 90013
When: 7:00 pm till 9:00 pm.
Phone: 323 646 9427
Website: http://lacda.com/

Crewest Gallery will have its solo show featuring Pro Blak still up…so take the time to check it out.

On view: July 7 – July 29th

What: Small Change
Where: Crewest Gallery, 110 Winston St. off Main, between 4th and 5th St.When: 7:00 pm 10:00 pm
Phone: (213)627-8272
Website: http://www.crewest.com/

Norbertellen Gallery continues their group show, Kaleidescopic. So be sure to take a peek into this charming little gallery and say hi. http://www.norbertellengallery.com;

Hive Gallery (729 S. Sprint St) will be open as well. http://hivegallery.com/

Right around the corner…

Altervision sets up in a new location

Featuring the art of Debi Cable this is the hottest 3D Art Adventure on the Art Walk.

Be aware there is a $5 entry all night n keep the 3d glasses for the rest of the Art Walk.

This is one of my all time favorites…don’t miss it!

What: Altervision 3D Experience
Where: 541 Spring St.
When: 7:00 pm till 9:00 pm.
Website: www.altervision3d.com