WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS

Thursday, June 10

COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-Up

Clinic, 3 to 6 p.m. Boys & Girls Club of Venice is partnering with Cedars Sinai and hosting a pop-up vaccination clinic. The clinic’s primary focus is the kids of the Venice community who are finally eligible to be vaccinated. LA residents ages 12 and older are eligible to receive the vaccine. Children ages 12 to 15 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible adult. You must bring some form of ID. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ups are welcome. Appointments can be made by visiting myturn.ca.gov Boys & Girls Club of Venice, 2232 Lincoln Blvd., Venice

Colonial Swag: African and African Diasporic Surrealism,

5 to 6:30 p.m. In “Atlantica, The Gild Region”, artist April Bey’s immersive installation taps into Black Americans’ historical embrace of space travel and extraterrestrial visioning – a cultural movement dating back to the late 1960s and later termed “Afrofuturism.” Through this Afrofuturist lens and her personal experience, Bey critically explores issues within American and Bahamian cultures including race, colonialism, decolonization and neocolonialism. Join Bey, musician and film director Wanlov the Kubolor, and artist Jeffrey Meris as they screen Wanlov’s music video “True Friends” to set the stage for a discussion about colonialism and the remnants still impacting Africa and the Caribbean. For more information and to RSVP, visit caamuseum.org

COURTESY OF CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM

On June 15 at 9 a.m., commemorate Juneteenth as the California African American Museum and nine other black museums and historical institutions join forces with blkfreedom.org to honor the day the news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached enslaved people in Texas.

Saturday, June 12

Marina del Rey Farmers

Market, 8 to 9 a.m. (seniors), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (general public) 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 at 14101 Panay Way. More information is available at beaches.lacounty.gov/ mdrfarmersmarket

“Rebecca Campbell: Infinite Density, Infinite Light” at L.A.

Louver, through July 2 L.A. Louver presents “Rebecca Campbell: Infinite Density, Infinite Light,” an expansive exhibition that brings together work from the last three years that delves into hidden histories and revels in the wonders of creation and young life. Over 20

COURTESY OF L.A. LOUVER

Through July 2, L.A. Louver presents “Rebecca Campbell: Infinite Density, Infinite Light,” an expansive exhibition that brings together work from the last three years that delves into hidden histories and revels in the wonders of creation and young life. paintings are complemented by a multimedia sculpture installation. The title of the show comes from a succinct definition of a black hole: its seemingly contradictory attributes of density and light expanding to describe the beauty and fragility of life in the moment. lalouver.com

Sunday, June 13

Santa Monica Main Street

Farmers Market, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Shop for local fresh produce and prepared foods from local restaurants starting at 2640 Main Street. Guests can also enjoy musical entertainment from featured weekly bands, face painting, balloon designs, and those who catch it on the right week, a cooking demonstration featuring local produce. Mar Vista Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This vibrant, year-round market offers local produce, prepared foods, kids crafts and live events. Located at 12198 Venice Blvd., Grand View at Venice Boulevard. For more information, visit marvistafarmersmarket.org

Genealogy: Our Favorite New

Pastime, 11 a.m. Ever wondered who your ancestors are and where you came from? Two renowned genealogists will give you tips on tracing your Jewish roots across the diaspora at a new Sunday Morning with The Braid Zoom event. Moderated by awardwinning writer/producer Arlene Sarner, the event will feature an exploration and talk with experts Libby Copeland and Tammy Hepps. Participation is complimentary and open to all, but attendees are asked to consider purchasing a virtual ticket to support the work of The Braid during this unprecedented time. For more information, visit the-braid.org

Tuesday, June 15

Juneteenth Virtual Celebration: Lift Every Voice and Sing,

9 to 11 a.m. Commemorate Juneteenth as California African American Museum and nine other Black museums and historical institutions across the country join forces with blkfreedom.org to honor the day that the news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached enslaved people in Texas. This year’s annual collaboration is a film inspired by the deep-rooted anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” that explores the words of the song from the perspectives of the participating institutions, including focuses on pride of

COURTESY OF THE BRAID

On June 13 at 11 a.m., The Braid will host a virtual exploration and talk with genealogists Libby Copeland and Tammy Hepps (pictured) about tracing Jewish roots. 200-plus years of Gullah culture, the perseverance of Little Africa tenacity through industry and pop culture in Detroit, and resiliency during the COVID-19 era, and also features poetry plus performances by the African American Cultural Ensemble and West African Dance. Stream it live on blkfreedom.org

Mystery Book Group Discussion: Walk the Wire by David

Baldacci, 7 to 8 p.m. Fan favorite Amos Decker teams up with an FBI colleague to investigate the death of a young woman in a fracking town replete with ruthless business owners, shady government officials and religious outsiders. To register, email karen.reitz@ santamonica.gov

Wednesday, June 16

Montana Avenue Branch Book Group Discussion: Girl,

Woman, Other, 7 to 8:30 p.m. From one of Britain’s most celebrated writers of color, this novel is a magnificent portrayal of the intersections of identity among an interconnected group of Black British women. To register, email stephanie. archer@santamonica.gov

Thursday, June 17

USGBC-LA Thought Leadership Series: Reducing Califor-

nia’s Wildfire Risk, 2 p.m. Every year, California faces major wildfires that are catastrophic to the environment and put our community and wildlife in danger. This mini-conference from the US Green Building Council-LA will offer free virtual tours and practical panels to learn more about proper preparedness, processes and action you can take to make your home and community safer from wildfires. It will also feature the CA insurance commissioner and others offering guidance for you from the state level. It is free to attend but registration is required. For more information, visit usgbc-la.org