WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS Compiled by Kamala Kirk
The Bungalow Santa Monica Night Market Thursday, June 2 The Bungalow Santa Monica’s Night Market presented by KCRW returns this summer to The Fairmont Miramar Hotel with an exciting new lineup of food vendors, beverage and brand activations, family-friendly activities, live DJ performances and celebrity guest bartenders. Free and open to the public for guests (and pets) of all ages. Kicks off on June 2 and will run every Thursday from 5 to 11 p.m. Night Market kicks off on June 2 with an opening night DJ set by Grammy-nominated artist and multi-instrumentalist, Mayer Hawthorne, and brand activations from Kendall Jenner’s 818 Tequila, complete with a cabana and games. 101 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, 5 to 11 p.m., 310-8235451, thebungalow.com/ santa-monica 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
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The Bungalow Santa Monica’s Night Market presented by KCRW returns this summer on Thursday evenings to The Fairmont Miramar Hotel with an exciting new lineup of food vendors, beverage and brand activations, family-friendly activities, live DJ performances and celebrity guest bartenders. come, first serve basis. 1310 E. Franklin Avenue, El Segundo, 7:30 p.m., 310-8235451, rooftopcinemaclub.com Marina del Rey Farmers Market Saturday, June 4 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 Fitness Fest and Conscious Market Saturday, June 4 COURTESY OF DOWNTOWN SANTA MONICA, INC. AND FIT GIRL CLUB LA
On Saturday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. in partnership with Fit Girl Club LA is hosting Fitness Fest and Conscious Market on the Third Street Promenade.
Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. in partnership with Fit Girl Club LA is hosting Fitness Fest and Conscious Market on the Third Street Promenade. The market features a collection of elevated brands and sustainable products from over 50 local and minorityowned businesses with a zero waste and self-care focus. A diverse mix of free fitness classes will be offered during both dates, including Ritual Gym, AKT Dance, Circuit Works and much more. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, towel and water for maximum enjoyment. Complimentary healthy drinks and snacks will be available for sampling. Best-selling author Anne Marie DuBois will be signing copies of her book “The Power of Color” on June 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1400 Block of Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., fitgirlclub.com Santa Monica Animal Shelter Open House Fundraiser Saturday, June 4 Join the Santa Monica Animal Shelter Foundation for a fun afternoon to support animals and help them raise much-needed funds for the Santa Monica Animal Shelter. Tour the shelter, win fantastic prizes in the raffle, experience live music, enjoy face painting, delicious treats, and other fun activities for the entire family. All funds raised go to the Santa Monica Animal Shelter and make a difference in
the care and well-being of animals. 1640 9th Street, Santa Monica, 12 to 3 p.m., smasf.org “Drag” me to the Loews Saturday, June 4 Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel and LA! Pride presents the inaugural “Drag” me to the Loews event, a ticketed drag performance with proceeds benefitting LA! Pride’s mission of creating safe and inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ+ community of Greater Los Angeles. Hosted by the famous Lady Bunny, guests will enjoy the art of drag during this can’t-miss performance featuring 10 queens under one roof. DJ Taj will be spinning for the festivities. Tickets are $45 for standing room, $75 for general admission, and $125 for VIP passes, which include access to a private reception from 7 to 8 p.m.. 1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 7 to 11 p.m., loewshotels.com/santa-monica/ specials/love-loudly Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market Sunday, June 5 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. Mar Vista Farmers Market Sunday, June 5 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, June 5 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 Marina del Rey Historical Society Brunch Fundraiser Sunday, June 5 A group of MBA students at CSUN David Nazarian College of Business and Economics have volunteered to throw a special brunch fundraiser at the Marina del Rey Hotel to raise funds for MDR Historical Society and as a way for them to celebrate their accomplishments with the community. Reconnect with the community in person while giving back. One ticket includes entry for one into the celebration, brunch buffet, one drink ticket and one entry into a raffle to win VIP passes to The Magic Castle. Early bird ticket $120, regular $150. Early bird expires June 3. Tickets will not be available at the door. Please email mdrhsfundraiser@gmail. com. 13534 Bali Way Marina del Rey, Noon to 3 p.m., 424-3916976
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