WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS Compiled by Kamala Kirk
COURTESY OF MARINA DEL REY HOTEL
Have an event for the calendar? Send it to kkirk@timespublications.com Marina del Rey Farmers Market Saturday, May 28 This weekly outdoor event allows Westside residents to support local produce sellers and other vendors. Food from a wide variety of businesses is available for purchase. Masks are required and only 40 people are allowed to shop at any one time. Held in parking lot 11. 14101 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, 8 to 9 a.m. (seniors), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (general public), beaches.lacounty.gov/ mdrfarmersmarket The déjà vu – live Saturday, May 28 Join Gabrielle Civil as she activates her latest Black feminist performance memoir the déjà vu with flashbacks and premonitions: Black Dreams and Black time. Incorporating reading and storytelling, movement and moving images, the déjà vu – live will blur the boundaries between the page and the stage, embodying memory, grief and love; then and now. In-person at Beyond Baroque. All attendees must show proof of a Covid-19 vaccine and an ID. Masks are required. 681 Venice Boulevard, Venice, 7 p.m., beyondbaroque.org
Mar Vista Farmers Market Sunday, May 29 This vibrant, year-round market offers local produce, prepared foods, kids crafts and live events. 12198 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., marvistafarmersmarket.org West LA Farmers Market Sunday, May 29 This weekly community gathering at the West LA Civic Center hosts a range of certified farmers, prepared foods and artisan crafters. Around the unique bandshell are a range of weekly free youth activities, free yoga classes at 9 a.m., goofy free raffle at high noon, community garden access from 10 a.m. to noon, and versatile professional bands from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free parking in large county and city lots. 11228 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., wlafarmersmarket.com Motor Avenue Farmers Market Sunday, May 29 COURTESY OF ROOFTOP CINEMA CLUB
On Thursday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m., Rooftop Cinema Club is screening the drag classic “To Wong Foo” as part of its June Pride screenings that will donate a portion of proceeds to The Trevor Project.
The Motor Avenue Farmers Market enhances the farm-totable connection and availability of fresh, local produce to residents of the Palms, Cheviot Hills, Beverlywood and surrounding communities. The market is dedicated to cultivating a sustainable food system through its operation and educational programs. The market consistently provides a wonderful opportunity to create synergy between local businesses and residents while promoting a healthy city and a vibrant community. Open every Sunday, rain or shine. 10418 National Boulevard, Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., motoravenuemarket.com Westchester Farmers Market Sunday, May 29 Certified farmers market brings together some of the region’s best small and micro farmers from the Central Coast and Ventura counties with over 30 local food businesses, kids activities and live bands. Held in the heart of downtown Westchester adjacent to many new and thriving local businesses from an independent bookstore to local eateries with plenty of free parking. Held every Sunday rain or shine! 6200 W. 87th St., Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., westchesterfarmersmkt.com MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street Sunday, May 29 Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with Main Street’s finest restaurants, bars, coffee shops, ice cream shops and
eateries at the 7th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street. This all-ages event is an interactive take on the classic board game, where every participating location you visit allows you to use “MAINopoly dollars” for tastings, and earns you credit to fill your game board map for a chance to win free prizes. Throw on your top hats and monocles, get your dice ready, and make your way down Main Street for a culinary walking tour of Main Street’s finest eateries. A portion of all proceeds benefit the Main Street Business Improvement District. Tickets $30 (General Admission), $50 (Go to Jail VIP Lounge), and $20 for kids 5 to 12. 10 blocks of Main Street in Santa Monica, Noon to 5 p.m., mainopolysm.com Sunday Boat House Sunday, May 29 Marina del Rey Hotel is unveiling its updated pool and
Rooftop Cinema Club Thursday, June 2 Rooftop Cinema Club El Segundo is celebrating Pride this June with screenings of LGBTQIA+ hits all month long. A portion of proceeds from RCC’s Pride screenings will be donated to The Trevor Project, the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for young LGBTQ people. On June 2, the drag classic “To Wong Foo” will be screened. Tickets $19.50 to $26.50. Free self-parking is available in the parking structure on Floor 3 for all weekend screenings regardless of time and weekday screenings with a start time after 7 pm. on a first come, first serve basis. 1310 E. Franklin Avenue, El Segundo, 7:30 p.m., 310-8235451, rooftopcinemaclub.com
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Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market Sunday, May 29 Shop for local fresh produce and prepared foods from local restaurants. You can also enjoy musical entertainment from featured weekly bands, face painting, balloon designs, and if you catch it on the right week, a cooking demonstration featuring local produce. 2640 Main Street Santa Monica, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Marina del Rey Hotel is hosting its Sunday Boat House parties beginning on Memorial Day Weekend on May 29 and lasting through Sept. 4.
kicking off summertime at its new Dey Rey Swim Club. In celebration of warmer weather, the marina-front property will be hosting its Sunday Boat House parties beginning on Memorial Day Weekend on May 29 and lasting through Sept. 4. Sunday Boat House brings the pool party experience to the Westside with live DJs, dancing, plus an outdoor bar and restaurant. Takes place every Sunday and will have occasional themed events. Ages 21 and up. Tickets are $15 presale and $25 entry at the door. 13534 Bali Way, Marina del Rey, 1 to 6 p.m., 310-301-1000, marinadelreyhotel.com
On Sunday, May 29 from noon to 5 p.m., celebrate Memorial Day weekend with Main Street’s finest restaurants, bars, coffee shops, ice cream shops and eateries at the 7th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street. MAY 26, 2022 THE ARGONAUT PAGE 19
