WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS Compiled by Kamala Kirk
Marina del Rey Farmers Market Saturday, December 11 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 Ballona Wetlands Community Restoration Event Saturday, December 11 The Ballona Wetlands Community Restoration Project focuses on removing invasive ice plant and other non-native vegetation that can impact native California plants such as pickleweed, salt grass and alkali weed. Participants will help to remove non-native plants by hand. Capping at 30 participants. Face masks and social distancing will be required. Register online. 303 Culver Boulevard, Playa del Rey, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., santamonicabay.org/events Outdoor Holiday Boutique Saturday, December 11 The Penmar Restaurant and Barely Canadian are hosting a day of safe outdoor shopping
CREDIT: COURTESY OF WESTCHESTER MENTAL HEALTH GUILD
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From December 12 to 26, see some of the best outdoor decorations on participating neighborhood homes in Westchester and Playa del Rey during the Westchester Mental Health Guild’s second annual Holiday Lights Tour & Contest. experiences with complimentary holiday photos, a holiday mixer, and food and drink served all day on Penmar’s new outdoor patio. The outdoor boutique takes place from noon to 6 p.m. and the holiday mixer is 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Penmar is inside the gates of The Penmar Golf Course. Kids and doggies are welcome. 1233 Rose Avenue, Venice, noon to 7 p.m., barelycanadian.com Off Their Jingle Bell Rockers Saturday, December 11 The Off Their Jingle Bell Rockers will perform at The Main Street Holiday Extravaganza at Edgemar Place at the shopping cart Christmas tree created and designed by Santa Monica artist Anthony Schmitt. CREDIT: COURTESY OF THE BRAID/ATE9
On Sunday, Dec. 12 at 10 a.m., join “Sunday Morning with The Braid” for a virtual conversation as Danielle Agami of the modern dance company Ate9 shares secrets of the dance world, how her Jewish background shapes her art, and tales from her inspiring life. PAGE 28 THE ARGONAUT DECEMBER 9, 2021
The Jingle Bell Rockers have become a holiday tradition throughout the Los Angeles area for their cheerful, quirky brand of Christmas caroling. 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., facebook. com/the-off-their-jingle-bellrockers-15965868673 Cedars-Sinai Presents the Marina del Rey Annual Holiday Boat Parade Saturday, December 11 The beloved 59th annual Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade returns to LA’s Marina. This year’s theme is “Joy on the Water.” Popular viewing spots include Burton Chace Park and Fisherman’s Village. From 4 to 8 p.m., there will be carolers, food trucks and a festive photo booth at Burton Chace Park. The fireworks show will take place at 5:55 p.m., followed by the Holiday Boat Parade at 6 p.m. 13650 Mindanao Way and 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, 4 to 8 p.m., mdrboatparade.org Gorgeously Stretching the Limits of Dance Sunday, December 12 Danielle Agami, the Israeliborn founder and artistic director of the modern dance company Ate9, choreographs movements that seem impossible. Join “Sunday Morning with The Braid” for a virtual conversation as she shares secrets of the dance world, how her Jewish background shapes her art, and tales from her inspiring life. Live on Zoom, complimentary. Virtual, 10 a.m., the-braid.org/ Sunday
Westside Voices Presents “A Rustic Canyon Christmas” Sunday, December 12 Join this top a cappella group for an afternoon hour of holiday favorites and fun at a new private home outdoor location in Santa Monica. A treat for the whole family. Limited street parking, but it is available nearby at Rustic Canyon Park. Suggested donation $15. For reservations, call Polly at 310-454-6333 or email: pbadtpt@gmail.com 9 Latimer Road, Santa Monica, 3 p.m., 310-822-9067, westsidevoices.com Holiday Lights Tour & Contest Sunday, December 12, to Sunday, December 26 In place of its traditional Holiday Home Tour of the indoors of five special homes, the Westchester Mental Health Guild is sponsoring a driving tour of outdoor decorations. There are more than 20 houses participating in the tour, all in Westchester and Playa del Rey. The tour is 5 to 9 p.m. every evening from December 12 to December 26, with online voting through December 19. To participate, register online and donate at least $10. The donation covers the entire vehicle and gives guests a list and maps of the homes on the tour, plus the right to vote. Guests have a chance to win a New Year’s celebration gift basket. 5 to 9 p.m. daily, 2021guildholidaylights.eventbrite.com Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market Sunday, December 12 Shop for local fresh produce
and prepared foods from local restaurants. Guests can also enjoy musical entertainment from featured weekly bands, face painting, balloon designs. Occasionally, there is a cooking demonstration featuring local produce. 2640 Main Street, Santa Monica, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Motor Avenue Farmers Market Sunday, December 12 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 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 Second Sunday Jazz Sunday, December 12 Enjoy Second Sunday Jazz at Moun Olive Lutheran Church featuring guests musicians Chris Dawson and his Christmas rhythmists playing swinging holiday festivities. The suggested donation is $10 at the door. Face masks and COVID-19 vaccination required. Free parking. 1343 Ocean Park Boulevard (14th and Ocean Park), Santa Monica, 5 p.m. Serving Up Comedy Tuesday, Dec. 14 Serving Up Comedy, a standup comedy show, happens at The Warehouse Restaurant from 7 to 8:30 p.m. followed by open mic to 9 p.m. No admission fee, no 2-item minimum. Feature charity is Innocence Project. Make reservations or just show up. 4499 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, 7 to 9 p.m., 310-8235451, servingupcomedy.com
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