Thursday, September 6th

There are some incredible events taking place all over LA. We’ve got the annual event Fashion’s Night Out (see info below), as well as the San Pedro 1st Thursday Artwalk and The Laguna Beach 1st Thursday Artwalk.

Stop by the Laguna Art Museum as well as Salt Fine Art

See image right, Susan Sironi Untitled collage with silkscreen

For more info about the Laguna Beach 1st Thursday Artwalk, see their website http://www.firstthursdaysartwalk.com/

If you are in the San Pedro area, they also offer a lovely artwalk, which I have been to several times. Take a Free One Hour Guided Tour at the Chamber of Commerce at 7th & Mesa at 6:30 pm.

Also Sp ace District offers a wonderful show entitled “State of the Blues,” featuring Jeff Dunas. See image left, “John Lee Hooker.”

Be sure to check their website at http://1stthursday.com/

Both artwalks run from 6:00 pm to 8:00 ish….Take your pick….or you can stay in LA…

LA Louver is back from a summer of renovation……..Tonight LA Louver presents an opening reception for artists Tony Bevan in the main gallery and Shirazeh Houshiary in the south gallery and skyroom.

On view: September 6th – October 6th

What: Opening Reception.
Where: L.A. Louver, 45 North Venice Blvd.
When: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Phone: 310 822- 4955
Website: http://www.lalouver.com/

Fashions Night out takes place once again…..so head to the streets strutting your stuff….now depending on where you go, it could be a bust. West Hollywood definately does it up…Melrose, Robertson Blvd and The Beverly Center have it going on. Robertson will be having street party with a laser show and music by Mayer Hawthorne.

If you prefer to stay near the beach, some select stores Abbot Kinney will be participating with some special deals.

Stores such as Coutula (1204 AK) are offering 20-50% off on clothing and some jewlery. Others like Bohemian Exchange (1358 AK) and Pamela Barish (1327 AK) will be offering refreshments. Made In Earth, (1506 AK) offer sales and snacks.

Heist (1100 AK) will be putting on their annual “Gold Rush” party, Bring in your gold and silver to trade for purchases in the store. You know the food trucks will be out….but unless Abbot Kinney does more than last year….don’t expect too much. My suggestion, go with a gaggle of girls and make your own fun!

Unlike Abbot Kinney the merchants on Main Street really know how to work together….they have several events planned as a group and also do their own things. Last year’s Main Street Fashion Night Out was quite fun.

This year Main Street has over 35 participating merchants…and they include all types of businesses. Check out the SM Main St website for a full listing. Here are some of my favorites.

Mindfulnest offers 15% discount all evening, drinks and snacks. (Discount does not apply to commissioned merchandise)

What: Fashion’s Night OutWhere: Mindfulnest
2711 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
When: 5-10p.m.
Phone: 310-452-5409
Website: www.mindfulnest.com

ormatt 4u puts on a fashion show. They will be debuting an upcoming designer JudyRuby Couture. See how fashion translates in home decor.

What: Fashion and Furniture Collide!
Where: formatt 4u 2665 Main St. 90405
When: Sept 6th 6-10pm
Phone: 310-664-6464
Website: www.formatt4u.com

ZJ Boarding House is offering free wine and snacks while you shop everything in the store 15% off from 6-10pm. New styles for Fall in store now!

What: Style, Savings, Sippy Cups and Snacks
Where: ZJ Boarding House 2619 Main st. Santa Monica, Ca 90405
When: Thursday, Sept.6th 6pm-10pm
Phone: 310.392.5646
Website: www.zjbh.com

The Raven Spa will be offering 50% off their 1 hour custom oil massage as well as free acupuncture screenings with acupuncturist Baylen Slote.