November 13, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

It’s a make it or break it kind of weekend.

BUY
Felt Club
What: Annual indie arts and crafts fest chockablock with accessories, housewares, paper goods, and all sorts of gifts, plus Swap-o-Rama-Rama trading on the balcony.
Why: You’ve got it handmade.
When: Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Shrine Auditorium Expo Center, 700 W. 32nd St., at S. Figueroa St., Downtown.

Beckley Preholiday Bazaar
What: Special order Zoe Chicco personalized necklaces, Eberjay monogrammed jammies, and Sonya Madden cashmere wraps and shop what’s in-store at 40 percent off.
Why: One for you, one for them.
When: Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 8620 Melrose Ave., at Huntley Dr., West Hollywood (310-652-3500).

DRINK
Single Malt Sundays
What: New weekly special for the winter featuring Scotch at $1 per vintage and savory appetizers such as Colorado lamb rack; special appreciation class held the last Sunday of the month.
Why: Thirst for knowledge.
When: Sun., 6 p.m.-close.
Where: Whist at the Viceroy, 1819 Ocean Ave., at Pico Blvd., Santa Monica (310-260-7511).

HEAR
More Information Than You Require
What: Author/honorary hobo John Hodgman reads from his follow up to almanacic The Areas of My Expertise.
Why: Know it all all.
When: Thurs., 8 & 10 p.m.
Where: The Echoplex, 1154 Glendale Blvd., b/t Park Ave. & W. Sunset Blvd., Echo Park. Tickets online at ticketweb.com.

The Ellis Marsalis Quintet
What: Jazzy New Orleans family takes the stage along with cool cat friends for The Greek’s last show of the season.
Why: Enter special offer code DRUMS at checkout for half-price tickets.
When: Sun., 7:30 p.m.
Where: Greek Theatre, 2700 N. Vermont Ave., north of Los Feliz Blvd., Los Feliz (323-665-5857).

SEE
Clowns
What: New cult American clown art show featuring works by artists from London’s StolenSpace Gallery. 
Why: They’re not joking around.
When: Sat.-Nov. 29. Reception, Sat., 7-10 p.m. Gallery hours, Tues.-Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Corey Helford Gallery, 8522 Washington Blvd., b/t McManus & Fay Aves., Culver City (310-287-2340).