WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS Compiled by Kamala Kirk
The Next Generation of Ground-Based Telescopes Friday, July 8 Santa Monica College’s John Drescher Planetarium continues its Friday evening events in July 2022 with free, live virtual shows presented online. This month’s friendly presentations will cover new developments in groundbased telescopes, Gerard O’Neill’s space colony concepts, and icy moons. The Friday evening shows at 8 p.m. are preceded by a streamlined virtual digest of the popular Night Sky Show at 7 p.m., offering the latest news in astronomy and space exploration. The shows include the chance to chat with the planetarium lecturers and ask questions. On July 8, senior lecturer Jim Mahon and associate lecturer Sarah Vincent will discuss a new wave of highly capable ground-based telescopes that are approaching first light, led by the Vera Rubin Observatory, whose innovative wide-field survey telescope is expected to shed new light on dark matter this year. Virtual on Zoom, 8 p.m., smc.edu/planetarium Lange Foundation Estate Sale Wednesday to Sunday (through first three weeks in August) The estate sale accepts China, crystal, silver, art, fine and costume jewelry, designer shoes and handbags, etc. All donations are tax deductible and receipts will be given at the sale site. All funds help rescue pets in need from city shelters. They are offered immediate medical/ surgical care and are then kept at the Lange Foundation kennel until new homes are found.
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SMC’s John Drescher Planetarium continues its Friday evening events in July 2022 with free, live virtual shows presented online and this month’s friendly presentations will cover new developments in ground-based telescopes, Gerard O’Neill’s space colony concepts, and icy moons. Funds also go to the spay/neuter assistance programs in the Antelope Valley and San Bernardino, and the Intervention programs are instrumental in keeping pets in their own homes where they are loved. 2512 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 310-472-7727 Who Has the Tastiest Tomato Competition? Saturday, July 9 Join Santa Monica community gardeners for their second Saturday open house and annual tomato tasting competition. Drop off your Cherokee Purple, Sun Gold, Big Rainbow or Amish Patel. Two entries per gardener—all entries due by 9:30 a.m. Anyone is welcome to participate. Vote for your favorite tastiest tomato. Winner gets bragging rights. Sponsored by City of Santa Monica Community Gardens Program with the support of Santa Monica Roots. COURTESY PHOTO
On Saturday, July 9 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., volunteer to help The Bay Foundation remove non-native and invasive vegetation at the LAX Dunes while learning more about the historic site. PAGE 22 THE ARGONAUT JULY 7, 2022
2318 Main Street, Santa Monica, 9 to 11 a.m., santamonicaroots@gmail.com Join the Restoration at LAX Dunes Event Saturday, July 9 Please join the monthly restoration event at the LAX Dunes. Since 2015, The Bay Foundation, Friends of the LAX Dunes, and Los Angeles World Airports, along with thousands of volunteers have worked to restore, enhance and protect this unique habitat. Capping at 50 participants. Please sign up online. LAX Dunes (Waterview gate across from park) Trask Triangle Park, Playa del Rey, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., santamonicabay.org/events Pet Adoptions at Gelson’s Saturday, July 9 Gelson’s celebrates Pet Adoption Day with partners across Los Angeles and Orange County, including The Forgotten Dog Foundation in Santa Monica. Adopt a furry friend and change your life. In order to adopt, you have to be 18 years or older and minors need to be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call Gelson’s Marketing at 818-377-6494. 1416 Electric Avenue, Santa Monica, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., theforgottendog.org Amex x Resy Present: The Boardwalk Saturday, July 9 Check out this unforgettable food event on the Santa Monica Pier with American Express Gold
Card x Resy Present: The Boardwalk, featuring some of LA’s award-winning chefs and hottest restaurants. There will also be live DJs, a half-pipe skate ramp and stilt walkers. Tickets are on sale online. American Express Gold Card Member price ($50 with exclusive perks), Regular tickets ($75). 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 3 to 10 p.m., resy.com/gold-boardwalk Emanuel Saturday, July 9 Westside Vineyard is sponsoring a Faith and Film Series on the Westside in July. Hosted by the Coffee Connection, these nights include cocktails/appetizers, film screening and a discussion with filmmakers’ engaging spiritual questions in the film. The cost has been underwritten to allow all proceeds to be designated to the Mar Vista Food Pantry – providing weekly free groceries to those in need. “Emanual” is a powerful documentary film about the Charleston Church shooting, by executive producers Stephen Curry and Viola Davis. Presented by John Shepherd who will share how these lives speak to the deep need in all of us. Tickets cost $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Register online. 3838 South Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles, 6:30 p.m., faithandfilmseries.org Meet Tovah Feldshuh! Sunday, July 10 A six-time Emmy and Tony nominee, Tovah Feldshuh has been a star for more than five
decades. Yet privately, this actress known for portraying the quintessential Jewish mother had to navigate a difficult relationship with her own mother. The Braid, the go-to Jewish story company, presents a conversation with Feldshuh. The event will be live on Zoom. It is free to attend. Register online. Virtual on Zoom, 11 a.m., the-braid.org/sunday Flamencoarabe Show Sunday, July 10 This show at the Electric Lodge Performing Arts Center will be a mix of flamenco and Arabic dance and music. There will be special guest artists from pain including master guitarist Paco Arroyo and flamenco powerhouse Yolanda Arroyo, Corina Del Sol and an international cast of performers. Tickets cost $30. To purchase, visit flamencoarabe2022.eventbrite.com. 1416 Electric Avenue, Venice, 3 p.m., 310-306-1854 All That’s Jazz Outdoor Concert Sunday, July 10 Join this award-winning acapella group for an hour of great music, fun and surprises. $15 admission. Limited street parking. Parking available at Rustic Canyon Park. For information, call 310-822-9067. For reservations, call 310-4546533. 9 Latimer Road, Santa Monica, 3:30 p.m., westsidevoices.com Water You Painting? Wednesday, July 13 Kids, teens and families will learn how to paint a stunning, local beach scene with the experts from Paint Lab, Santa Monica’s premiere art studio. All materials provided. Advanced registration required. Offered in the Santa Monica Main Library’s central courtyard. 601 Santa Monica Boulevard, Santa Monica, 4 to 5 p.m., 310-576-4743
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