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WESTSIDE HAPPENINGS
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LA Sickle Cell 5K Saturday, Jan. 1
Run from Venice Beach to Santa Monica Beach in honor of Baffour Bohen and over 100,000 Americans affected by Sickle Cell Anemia. Register online ub adcabce.
1 Ironsides Street, Marina del Rey, 8 to 10 a.m., eventbrite.com/e/la-sicklecell-5k-tickets-215996991817
Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market, Sunday, Jan. 2
Shop for local fresh produce and prepared foods from local restaurants. Guests can also watch musical entertainment, face painting, balloon designs and, on occasion, 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, Jan. 2
This vibrant, year-round market offers local produce, prepared foods, kids crafts and live events.
12198 Venice Boulevard, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., marvistafarmersmarket.org
CREDIT: JACQUELINE PAIVA
Run from Venice Beach to Santa Monica in honor of Baffour Bohen and over 100,000 Americans affected by sickle cell anemia at 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 1.
Motor Avenue Farmers Market Sunday, Jan. 2
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
COURTESY OF VISIT MARINA DEL REY Sunday, rain or shine.
10418 National Boulevard, Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., motoravenuemarket.com
Westchester Farmers Market Sunday, Jan. 2
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 local businesses from an independent bookstore to local eateries with plenty of free parking. Held every Sunday rain or shine.
6200 W. 87th Street, Los Angeles, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., westchesterfarmersmkt.com
Donavon Frankenreiter at The Venice West Sunday, Jan. 2
For nearly four decades, Donavon Frankenreiter has been traveling the globe, first as a professional surfer and now as a musician. Born in Southern California, he spent most of his youth chasing waves, turning pro at 16. These days instead of surf competitions, it’s concert halls that bring him to town, where he entertains audiences with his unique blend of laidback grooves, philosophical lyrics and soulful delivery. You can find him touring the world with his three-piece band and still catching waves anytime he can. $38, ages 21 and up. Get tickets on thevenicewest.com
1717 Lincoln Boulevard, Venice, 6 p.m.
U.S. 99 Band Sunday, Jan. 2
Local U.S. 99 Band is performing at Hinano Café and will be playing retro rock ‘n’ roll and blues.
15 Washington Boulevard, Venice, 4 to 10 p.m., facebook.com/u.s.99band
Burton Chace Park Walking Club Tuesday, Jan. 4
Get some exercise while taking in the beautiful views of LA’s Marina at the waterfront Burton Chace Park. The club is free to join and meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays year-round at the park. For more info, call 424-526-7910.
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Zoom Zone Virtual Trivia Tuesday, Jan. 4
Guests can test their trivia knowledge with 10 questions during this Santa Monica Public Library Zoom program for fourth through eighth graders. Sign up in teams of two to four by emailing the address below.
Zoom, 4 to 5 p.m., myleen. dejesus@santamonica.gov
Downtown Walking Tour Saturday, Jan. 8
Enjoy an outdoor walking tour led by a docent of Downtown Santa Monica’s history and architecture, where you’ll explore the various architectural styles and historic landmarks that fill the streets of the city. Open to all ages and limited to 10 people. Reservations suggested and walk-ups are welcome. Please bring a mask. $10 per person.
