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DECEMBER 2008
MONTH OF DECEMBER 2008
December 2008 Cooking Classes with Chef Eric
Chef Eric's Culinary Classroom
Breads Made Easy: $80 per Person, Sun, 12/7/08, 10am-1pm
Fish Favorites 1: $90 per Person, Sun, 12/7/08, 3pm-6pm
Chicken Connoisseur: $85 per Person, Mon, 12/8/08, 7pm-10pm
Decadent Desserts: $85 per Person, Sat, 12/13/08, 2pm-5pm
Cocktail Cuisine: $90 per Person, Sat, 12/13/08, 7pm-10pm
Spectacular Sauces: $85 per Person, Sun, 12/14/08, 10am-1pm
Saveur Cooks - French Classics: Sun, 12/14/08, 3:00pm-6:00pm or
Join Saveur magazine and the Culinary Classroom on a mouth-watering exploration of authentic French Cuisine.
Italian Cuisine 1: $90 per Person, Mon, 12/15/08, 7pm-10pm
Cheese and Wine Pairing Workshop: $80 per Person, Fri, 12/19/08, 7pm-9:30pm
Heavenly Cupcakes: $100 per Person, Sat, 12/20/08, 9am-12pm
Thai Cuisine 1: $90 per Person, Sat, 12/20/08, 2pm-5pm
INFO: Chef Eric 310-470-2640
cheferic@culinaryclassroom.com
www.culinaryclassroom.com
DECEMBER 1
“BRIDGING THE GAP” Symposium
Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
7601 E. Imperial Highway, SSA Bldg-Room 1150
Downey, CA 90242
8:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Learn how to sell your goods and services to the County of Los Angeles, Chief Purchasing Agent! Connect with County Purchasing & Contracting Opportunities worth millions of dollars. An in-depth overview of the County’s buying process will be covered. The event is FREE along with free parking. Enter Rancho grounds from Old River School Road and park in the parking structure. Pre-registration for this event is available online at our website www.laosb.org. Click on the Events and Training Courses Calendar and complete the online registration form by clicking on the RSVP link. For additional information, you may view the flyer by clicking on the flyer link.
INFO: www.laosb.org
DECEMBER 4
Fibroids and You: A Group Appointment for
Kaiser Permanente Patients
Kaiser Permanente Playa Vista Clinic
5620 Mesmer Avenue
Culver City, California 90230
1:00 to 5:00pm
Heavy Periods? Pelvic Pain? Frequent Urination? Constipation/ Bloating? Enlarged Belly? You might have uterine fibroids.
Join Ob-Gyn physicians for an informative discussion of causes, symptoms, and individualized treatment options for women with uterine fibroids. Note: only half of regular co-pay applies for this appointment. Kaiser patients only please. Refreshments will be served. Free parking. Call to register: (310) 737-4872
INFO: Marla M. Hunt, RN 310-737-4872
marla.m.hunt@kp.org
www.ask4UFE.com
DECEMBER 4
2009 Watkins Award Pre-Gala Reception/Mixer
Honoring Top African American Male Scholar Athlete In The Nation
350 South Grand, 18th Floor in downtown Los Angeles, California
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
The National Alliance of African American Athletes (The Alliance) will present its 18th Annual Franklin D. Watkins Memorial Award at a Black Tie Gala February 21, 2009 at the Millennium Biltmore. The Watkins Award has been the most prestigious award given to the top African American Male High School Scholar Athlete in the country since 1992. The finalists for the award, known as the “Elite Five” will fly to Los Angeles for Watkins Award weekend activities. Watkins Award alumni attend numerous major colleges and 12 are active in the NFL during the 2008 season. Finalists are chosen based on their unweighted grade point average, their personal statements, extracurricular activities, community service, and letters of recommendation. Each “Elite Five” winner will receive an award, a ring, and a dinner in his hometown. The Pre-Gala Reception/Mixer will be attended by numerous local celebrities, sports industry leaders, business leaders and community activists. Watkins Award Alumni will be in attendance including Chris Lewis (former member of the Arizona Cardinals, Stanford and Long Beach Poly High School), J.R. Lemon (Actor and former Oakland Raider), and other Watkins Alumni. Athletes Advisory Chairman John Salley, Model/Actress Claudia Jordan, Comedian “Lazee” Lamont King and others, will be on hand to launch the drive toward the 2009 Watkins Award Event. Donations are $20.00 with RSVP and $40.00 at the door.
INFO: Reginald Grant (323) 376-1057
Everette Pearsall (410) 551-3462
eplaybook1@mindspring.com
www.naaaa.com
DECEMBER 4
“Tip-A-Cop” for Special Olympics
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants - Burbank
12:00 noon to 3:30 p.m.
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant in Burbank is joining with the Burbank Police Department for a lunchtime Tip-A-Cop to benefit Special Olympics Tri-Valley. “Please join me to enjoy a wonderful lunch, meet members of the Burbank Police Department, and provide support to the Special Olympics and their amazing athletes.”- Chief Tim Stehr, Burbank PD. The Burbank Police Officers will be serving tables along with the regular waiters, but most importantly, they will be soliciting donations for Special Olympics from the lunchtime patrons. McCormick & Schmick’s is offering $20.00 dinner gift certificates to patrons who donate $20.00 or more.
INFO: Call the restaurant to book your table, 818-260-0505
DECEMBER 5
Celebrate Life Cancer Ministry 7th Holiday Gala and Awards Dinner:
"A Dance for Life"
Radisson Hotel – LAX
6225 W. Century Blvd. Los Angeles, Ca 90045
6:30 pm
A time of celebration for cancer survivors (of all types)and their families. A night of strength, hope, inspiration and dancing.
INFO: Jennifer Jackson 310.603.9715
www.celebratelifeCM.org
DECEMBER 5
Hosanna Broadcasting Network (HBN)
Breakfast with the Clergy
The Radisson Hotel LAX
9:00 a.m.
Hosanna Broadcasting Network (HBN) is pleased to announce its second annual “Breakfast with the Clergy” taking place on Friday, December 5th at the Radisson Hotel in Los Angeles. The annual gathering is designed to keep Christian leaders informed of Hosanna’s progress since launching a 24-hour Christian radio station that broadcasts to the continent of Africa, the Middle East and India. There is no cost to attend. Call or email to reserve a seat.
INFO: Tersit Asrat
310.348.9188
info@hosannabroadcasting.com
www.hosannabroadcasting.com
DECEMBER 5-6
29th Annual Black Consciousness Conference
CSULB Campus - Beach Auditorium
1250 Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90840
12 pm to 9 pm
CSU Long Beach African Student Union Presents: The 29th Annual Black Consciousness Conference. The Black Consciousness Conference has a strong tradition of being intellectually stimulating for its participants. It has been a positive experience for every individual involved. Its goal is to seek to enhance awareness in the community about topics that impact the community. With a legacy of reaching a wide variety of students and community members from all over the United States, the Black Consciousness Conference has proven to be an exceptional contribution to the community. GUEST SPEAKERS include: Fashion Editor and Editor-in-Chief of Honey: MICHAELA ANGELA DAVIS, BRO. MATHU ATER, MERIRA KWESI, KEYNOTE ADDRESS by 1968 OLYMPIAN DR. JOHN CARLOS.....and many more!
INFO: Nonye Nzenwa 562-313-6331
nonyenzenwa@yahoo.com
DECEMBER 5 OR 6
The Power of the 501c3 Workshop
First Church of God
9550 Crenshaw Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90305
10:00am to 1:00pm
Learn: Why Organizations and Churches Need a 501c3, Why the Government and the IRS Needs YOU!, How to Complete the 501c3 Application, How to Incorporate and Do Bylaws. $127 Per Person Pre-Registration, $147 Per Person at the Door. Presented by www.NationwideMinistry.com & www.MultiplyingTalents.com.
INFO: 773.315.5999
MoreInfo@NationwideMinistry.Com
DECEMBER 5 OR 6
The 501c3 Empowerment Workshop:
I Have my 501c3 NOW WHAT?
First Church of God
9550 Crenshaw Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90305
2:30PM to 4:30PM
Learn: Show me the Money $$$, How to write a Grant Proposal, How to Preserve your Exempt Status, Do you have volunteers or employees? $97 per Person Pre-Registration, $127 Per Person at the Door. Registration Fees Include All Required and Needed Handouts. Seating is Limited Registration is Required. Limited Sponsorship/Vendor Opportunities Available. Presented by www.NationwideMinistry.com & www.MultiplyingTalents.com.
INFO: 773.315.5999
MoreInfo@NationwideMinistry.Com
DECEMBER 6
2008 Battle of the High School Marching Bands
Home Depot Center
Artist and Producer George Duke to Make Opening Remarks at the Fifth Annual Charity Event. The “Southern Show Style” marching band competition features seven finalists from across the United States; three hail locally from Los Angeles. General admission tickets are available now for $10; group tickets are available for $8. Los Angeles high school finalists include Inglewood High School Marching Band (Inglewood, Calif./2006 winner/2007 competitor) – as well as Dominguez High Marching Band (Compton, Calif.) and Crenshaw High School (Los Angeles, Calif.), who returns to the event for the first time since 2006. Other finalists include Percy L. Julian High School (Chicago, Ill./2007 & 2006 competitor) and three schools who will compete in the event for the first time; Henrico High School (Richmond, Va.), Clifton J. Ozen Magnet High School (Beaumont, Tx.) and Martin Luther King, Jr. High School (Detroit, Mich.). A special 5th Anniversary first place trophy will be specially designed by renowned artist Ernie Barnes. This year’s opening speaker is the award winning and legendary artist and producer George Duke. Duke has worked with headline artists including Stevie Wonder, Erykah Badu, Roberta Flack, Gladys Knight, Anita Baker, Barry Manilow and several others. More than 100 high school marching bands applied to compete in the 2008 Battle of the High School Marching Bands, which in 2007 raised more than $100,000 for The Home Depot Center Charitable Foundation and the VH1 Save The Music Foundation.
INFO: 1-866-LAGROUP (1-866-4524-7687)
www.homedepotcenter.com
DECEMBER 6
Greenlight Your Showbiz Career
The Landmark Theatres Complex
10:00am - 10:00pm
BReaKiNG iNTo HoLLyWooD, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is hosting a full day of intimate panel discussions and Q&A with prominent industry professionals. Spread the word to your friends who are actors, writers, producers, directors, models and music artists! Advance RSVP only; limited to 50 participants. Cost is $50 for Non-Members; FREE for BiH Members. Lunch is provided; dinner on your own. FREE giveaways sponsored by the Showbiz Software Store, Backstage West, Entertainment Power Players and the Grammys. For further details, go to www.breakingintohollywood.org. DON'T MISS THIS YEAR-END NETWORKING EVENT!
INFO: Angela M. Hutchinson (310) 712-3459
angela@breakingintohollywood.org
www.breakingintohollywood.org/greenlight.htm
DECEMBER 6
Paraiso at Dos Vientos Ranch’s
2nd Annual Holiday Open House
Paraiso at Dos Vientos Ranch
360 Via Las Brisas, Newbury Park, CA 91320
11:00am to 3:00pm
On December 6, Paraíso at Dos Vientos Ranch will host its 2nd Annual Holiday Open House. Visitors can enjoy FREE holiday festivities, including horse-drawn carriage rides, face painting, visits with Santa and his elves, strolling carolers, and a fresh snow play area. The Sycamore Canyon School Marching Band will escort Santa on a horse-drawn carriage at noon. Don’t miss this holiday event! It’s fun for the whole family!
INFO: Jessica Yuda 808-343-1941
Jessica.yuda@live.com
www.paraiso.com
DECEMBER 6
HerShe Volunteer/Mentor Orientation
9:30 am - 11:30 am
5389 Playa Vista Drive, Playa Vista, CA 90094
**Cross Streets are Jefferson and Lincoln
Prospective Volunteers Welcomed. Join us for our Volunteer/Mentor Orientation. The HerShe Group is an organization that empowers girls emancipating from foster care to successfully transition into adulthood through the performing arts, one-on-one mentoring, college readiness, and exposure to extraordinary experiences.
INFO: 310-729-9797
www.hershegroup.org
DECEMBER 6, 13 & 21
Make your own gingerbread house at Treat Sweets
Treat Sweets
Paraiso Shopping Center in Dos Vientos Ranch
360 Via Las Brisas, #160
Newbury Park, CA 91320
12:00noon - 4:00pm
Come celebrate the holidays with Treat Sweets. Come to the store to decorate your own gingerbread house with graham crackers, icing, gummies and more. All supplies are FREE. Its fun for the whole family! Treat Sweets is the ultimate dessert destination for Ventura County residents with its unconventional twist on sweets and gift items. Treat Sweets offers an atmosphere where families and friends can gather together for a unique dessert experience, and now hosts "Friday S'mores Nights."
INFO: Jessica Yuda 805-498-7328
Jessica.yuda@live.com
www.treatsweets.com
DECEMBER 7
Spoken Funk
MBar & Restaurant
1253 N. Vine Hollywood, CA 90038
8:30PM Sundays
ENLIGHTENMENT meets ENTERTAINMENT. POETRY meets COMEDY... Every Sunday, come prepared to have all your senses severely challenged. Jump on the FUNK Wagon for an EXPERIENCE that will never be forgotten! A night of laughter, games, music, and prizes. The HOTTEST Line Up in the business. You've seen them on TV, now see them LIVE! GET READY FOR A HIGH PACKED, HIGH SPEED, HIGH ENERGY, NIGHT @ THE FUNK HOUSE! Spoken Funk...where the FUNK brings you in...but the FUN, brings you back! Go to www.spokenfunk.com for guestlist info. Cover: $10 Advance/$15 Door. Doors Open at 8:00 pm.
INFO: Juren Smith 866-212-3676
info@spokenfunk.com
www.spokenfunk.com
DECEMBER 11
Annual Peace & Prosperity Holiday Mixer & Toy Drive
Wilshire Grand Los Angeles Hotel
Los Angeles Room
930 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90017
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Toys to benefit Jenesse Center, Inc. GLAAACC Members - FREE with toy donation; $5 without. Non-Members - $15 with toy donation; $20 without.
INFO: (323) 292-1297
info@glaaacc.org
www.glaaacc.org
DECEMBER 11
WELCOME MARK RIDLEY-THOMAS
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors 2nd District
Chef Vakhara's Dining Loft
1855 Industrial Street, Suite 701
Los Angeles, CA 90021
6:30 - 8:30 PM
HOSTS: John W. Harris, Dexter Henderson, Curtis Jenkins, Delilah Lanoix, Emile Gardener, Gil Ivey, Bob Blake, Danny Tabor, Krishna Tabor, Gerard Orozco, Jaron P. Hamlett Sr., and Sherrill Ivey
$500 GOLD SPONSOR
$250 SILVER SPONSOR
$100 BRONZE SPONSOR
INFO: Teonie Cushinberry 213-489-9833
DECEMBER 11 & 16
Free 1st Time Homebuyer Webinar
The World Wide Web
6:30pm
Think that there is no money out there to fund your dream of owning a home in 2009? Well log in to our free Webinar for First Time Buyers to see how you can make owning a home in 2009 a reality. This free live online event will be hosted by Genesis Capital and "The Green Team" of Prudential California Realty, Carson. Inform yourself so that you are prepared to make sound decisions in your search for a home. There are programs being made available to roll out in 2009, so keep ahead of the rest and log in.
For instructions on how to join this live web event e-mail mlgreen@pruCArealty.com.
INFO: Jerome Cagnolatti or Myra Green
213 631-1289 or 323 547-9783
DECEMBER 13
2nd Annual "Give Life For Christmas" Blood Drive
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
4650 West Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
9:00am – 2:00pm
The time has come again. Here is your opportunity to truly make a difference for a child that is fighting for a chance to live. Your reward is knowing that you gave because you are healthy and able. If you are 17 years of age and older, please join BrittiCares at our 2nd annual "Give Life For Christmas" blood drive. If you are unable to give blood, you may make a toy or monetary donation, that will go toward our holiday adopt a family program, and Christmas breakfast. All children that attend with a blood donor will receive a toy, free food, face painting and more.
INFO: BrittiCares International 323-292-8527
www.Britticares.org
www.britticares.org/v7.htm
DECEMBER 13
2008 Annual Holiday Toy Drive Reception
California African American Museum
600 State Drive, Los Angeles, California
7:00 p.m.
Assemblyman Mike Davis, 48th Assembly District, and Share and Share Alike, Inc. cordially invite you to attend. An Unwrapped Toy is Necessary for Admission to the Holiday Celebration. Come and discuss recent State Legislation and help make the season brighter.
INFO: (213) 744-2111
DECEMBER 13
Polar Express Movie Night
at Paraiso at Dos Vientos Ranch
Paraiso at Dos Vientos Ranch
360 Via Las Brisas, Newbury Park, CA 91320
4PM to 8PM
On December 13, Paraíso at Dos Vientos Ranch will host The Polar Express Movie Night. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and watch The Polar Express, starring Tom Hanks, under the stars. Kids can ride The Polar Express Train, have their faces painted, and decorate holiday cookies, all for FREE. Hot drinks and food will be available for purchase. Don’t miss this holiday event! It’s fun for the whole family!
INFO: Jessica Yuda 808-343-1941
Jessica.yuda@live.com
www.paraiso.com
DECEMBER 13 & 21
Make your own gingerbread house at Treat Sweets
Treat Sweets
Paraiso Shopping Center in Dos Vientos Ranch
360 Via Las Brisas, #160
Newbury Park, CA 91320
12:00noon - 4:00pm
Come celebrate the holidays with Treat Sweets. Come to the store to decorate your own gingerbread house with graham crackers, icing, gummies and more. All supplies are FREE. Its fun for the whole family! Treat Sweets is the ultimate dessert destination for Ventura County residents with its unconventional twist on sweets and gift items. Treat Sweets offers an atmosphere where families and friends can gather together for a unique dessert experience, and now hosts "Friday S'mores Nights."
INFO: Jessica Yuda 805-498-7328
Jessica.yuda@live.com
www.treatsweets.com
DECEMBER 14
Assembly Speaker Karen Bass
End of Year Celebration
Veterans' Memorial Complex Auditorium
4117 Overland Avenue,
Culver City, CA 90232
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Please join Assembly Speaker Karen Bass and the 47th Assembly District People's Council for an End of Year Celebration. Celebrate the diversity of AD 47 and the People's Council 2008 accomplishments! The event will include light refreshments, music, and entertainment. Please RSVP by Wednesday, December 10th, 2008.
INFO: 323-937-4747
www.asm.ca.gov/Speaker
DECEMBER 14
Spoken Funk
MBar & Restaurant
1253 N. Vine Hollywood, CA 90038
8:30PM Sundays
ENLIGHTENMENT meets ENTERTAINMENT. POETRY meets COMEDY... Every Sunday, come prepared to have all your senses severely challenged. Jump on the FUNK Wagon for an EXPERIENCE that will never be forgotten! A night of laughter, games, music, and prizes. The HOTTEST Line Up in the business. You've seen them on TV, now see them LIVE! GET READY FOR A HIGH PACKED, HIGH SPEED, HIGH ENERGY, NIGHT @ THE FUNK HOUSE! Spoken Funk...where the FUNK brings you in...but the FUN, brings you back! Go to www.spokenfunk.com for guestlist info. Cover: $10 Advance/$15 Door. Doors Open at 8:00 pm.
INFO: Juren Smith 866-212-3676
info@spokenfunk.com
www.spokenfunk.com
DECEMBER 16
Free Foreclosure Counseling Event
California African American Museum
600 State Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037
9:00am – 12:00noon
Program services offered by: Business Resource Group and Assemblyman Mike Davis, 48th District, in collaboration with Multicultural Alliance for Urban Change, Rural Community Assistance Corporation and NeighborWorks America. Our counselors will evaluate your situation, create and action plan, help you prepare and submit the documents to your lender to restructure or modify your home loan and or stop foreclosure actions against you. All foreclosure information remains private and confidential.
INFO: Jasmine Small 310.644.2500 x215
jsmall@bizresourcegroup.com
anton.blakely@asm.ca.gov
DECEMBER 16
Free 1st Time Homebuyer Webinar
The World Wide Web
6:30pm
Think that there is no money out there to fund your dream of owning a home in 2009? Well log in to our free Webinar for First Time Buyers to see how you can make owning a home in 2009 a reality. This free live online event will be hosted by Genesis Capital and "The Green Team" of Prudential California Realty, Carson. Inform yourself so that you are prepared to make sound decisions in your search for a home. There are programs being made available to roll out in 2009, so keep ahead of the rest and log in.
For instructions on how to join this live web event e-mail mlgreen@pruCArealty.com.
INFO: Jerome Cagnolatti or Myra Green
213 631-1289 or 323 547-9783
DECEMBER 17
Holiday Hope
Renaissance Hollywood Hotel
“Twist Restaurant”
1755 N Highland Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
6:00pm Silent Auction / 7:30 pm Awards
A Holiday benefit to support children affected by HIV/AIDS
INFO: WP Miller (310) 649-0886
wpmiller@wpmillerspecialevents.com
info@centerforaidsprevention.org
www.centerforaidsprevention.org
www.wpmillerspecialevents.com
DECEMBER 18
Crenshaw Chamber Features Bernard Parks
During General Membership Meeting
Community Build facilities
4305 S. Degnan Blvd., Leimert Park Village
8:30 a.m.
In keeping with its mission to increase economic development opportunities for small businesses through technical assistance, collective networking, support, and training, the Crenshaw Chamber of Commerce will feature guest speaker, 8th District City Council Member Bernard Parks addressing “The State of the Eighth (District) during its monthly meeting. All are welcome.
INFO: Chamber President/CEO, Michael Jones 323.293.2900
DECEMBER 19
KiKi Shepard & The K.I.S. Foundation, Inc.
Christmas Party Toy Drive
Aqualounge
424 Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
7:00pm - 1:30am
Please Join Pernell Clark, Andre' Dawson, Mike Heath as we host KiKi Shepard & The K.I.S. Foundation, Inc. Christmas Party Toy Drive. Entertainment by: DIVA Jenifer Lewis and Comedian Michael Colyar & more. Admission: A new, unwrapped toy valued at $10.00 plus or $10.00 @ the door *The toy should be for a child 11 years of age or older* Enjoy a great evening of dancing, music, comedy, food, spirits, a fabulous live & silent auction, and a big-ticket raffle item, as The K.I.S. Foundation, Inc. raises awareness about Sickle Cell Disease and brings some Christmas joy to SCD families in need. Dinner Reservations Recommended. This year's toys will be donated to two (2) Los Angeles hospitals that provide care for SCD patients, and, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to a SCD family in need: Kaiser - Sickle Cell Disease; LA County USC Medical Center. The Mission of The K.I.S. Foundation, Inc. is: To inform and educate the public, and raise awareness about Sickle Cell Disease through community outreach programs and educational scholarships. Please "Help Us to Help Others." Together, we can "Break the Cycle of SCD."
INFO: (310) 275-8511 –
www.aqualoungebh.com
DECEMBER 19
Fragments of Me Benefit Concert
The Rhythm Lounge
245 Pine Avenue, 2nd Level
Long Beach, CA 90802
9:00pm-2:00am
Cost: $15/ $10 with a new unwrapped toy
Lewis Entertainment in partnership with the L.A. Children’s Hospital presents the Fragments of Me Benefit Concert held at the Rhythm Lounge in Downtown Long Beach, with an exclusive performance from famed R&B artist CoryLavel and a special surprise celebrity guest host. The Los Angeles Children’s Hospital generally distributes approximately 500 new toys every week and this is why they need your help. Come out and have a great time making the holiday season a little brighter for the children at the LA. Children’s Hospital. Also, please remember that only new and unwrapped toys should be donated.
INFO: Nikki Scott 310-502-5171
ptagency@hotmail.com
http://www.lewis-entertainment.com
DECEMBER 19
Cheese and Wine Pairing Workshop
Chef Eric’s Culinary Classroom
2366 Pelham Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90064
7pm-9:30pm
$80 Per Person (also on Fri, 1/30/09, 7pm-9:30pm)
What kind of Cheese goes well with Champagne or a red Wine? Does Bleu Cheese pair nicely with Pinot Grigio? Learn what types of Cheese to serve with your favorite Wines, Champagnes, Sherry or Aged Port as we try each cheese and wine and discuss their qualities. We’ll show you how to arrange a Cheese Platter with Cheeses, Fruits, Nuts, and Breads in a beautiful display for your wonderful Cheese and Wine Pairing Party with friends. We tell you where to shop for the best cheeses, and suggest great wines to pair with them for ultimate flavor without spending a fortune. Enjoy them all here and learn how cheeses and wines are made as we enjoy the casual ambiance of the Classroom at a nice table with tablecloth as you are served by Chef Eric and an Assistant. Bring a friend to have more fun or join the group as we all taste and nibble to our heart’s content!
INFO: Jennie 310-470-2640
www.culinaryclassroom.com
DECEMBER 19, 26
JANUARY 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Roast S’mores at Treat Sweets
Treat Sweets
(Inside the Paraiso Town Center)
360 Via Las Brisas, Newbury Park, CA 91320
6PM-8PM
Every Friday come roast s’mores over the café’s custom fire pit from 6PM to 8PM. Various “s’mores kits” are available for purchase, and include all tools and ingredients needed to roast a variety of mouth-watering s’mores. Come enjoy a truly unique dessert experience.
INFO: Jessica Yuda 805-498-7328
www.treatsweets.com
DECEMBER 20
Learn to Crochet Workshops
Held at the African Marketplace Import/Export Center
Second Level of the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, Second Floor African Marketplace Store
10 a.m. and Noon
Crochet I - Dec. 20 at 10a.m. - Learn the basics (chain, single and double crochet). Gain the skills to make a baby blanket or simple scarf. Crochet II - Saturday Dec. 20 @ Noon - Learn to read patterns * Get help with a project * Ask questions. $20 per person, per session. Open to ages 10 and older. Enrollment Limited. Reservations Required.
INFO: Cynthia E. Griffin (323)293-3277
cynthiaegriffin@yahoo.com
DECEMER 20
Thai Cuisine 1
Chef Eric’s Culinary Classroom
2366 Pelham Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90064
2pm-5pm
$90 Per Person - The cuisines of Asia are many and varied and Thai Food is one of the most popular. Chef Eric has designed a class to show you how flavorful and fun it can be to cook this cuisine. Chef Eric will tell you what ingredients to look for, where to shop and variations to the recipes. In this class we will make Thai Style Shrimp Spring Rolls wrapped in Rice Paper with a Garlic Lime Dipping Sauce, Marinated Flank Steak with Chiles, Grilled Eggplant and Long Beans with Fish Sauce and Garlic, Authentic Pad Thai Noodles, Stir Fried Chicken and Vegetables with Green Curry Paste and Coconut Milk, Miang Gung (Thai Style Shrimp with Galangal and Coconut wrapped in Lettuce Leaves). Come and taste the flavor with us!
INFO: Jennie 310-470-2640
www.culinaryclassroom.com
DECEMBER 21
THE GIFT - Stage Play & Musical
The Tabernacle
321 N. Eucalyptus Street (cross street Florence Ave.)
Inglewood, CA 90301
6:00pm
Experience The Music, The Magic, & The Miracle One Night Only! Find out what happens when ten co-workers get trapped inside the office building after a fierce blizzard hit downtown New York City. With just three days left before Christmas the tension turns high when the reality of being stuck with a crew of co-workers who rarely get a long sets in. After a mysterious gift package is discovered, everybody wants to make claim to the prize. Curiosity sends them into a frenzy and the stakes become higher. As hours pass with no way out, each character is forced to take an in-depth look at their own lives and the true meaning of Christmas. When the contents of the package are finally revealed, each of their lives are changed forever by what they find inside the box through the blessing in THE GIFT. Recommended ages: 16 years old and up
INFO: 310-605-5472
www.icanflyentertainment.com
DECEMBER 21
Make your own gingerbread house at Treat Sweets
Treat Sweets
Paraiso Shopping Center in Dos Vientos Ranch
360 Via Las Brisas, #160
Newbury Park, CA 91320
12:00noon - 4:00pm
Come celebrate the holidays with Treat Sweets. Come to the store to decorate your own gingerbread house with graham crackers, icing, gummies and more. All supplies are FREE. Its fun for the whole family! Treat Sweets is the ultimate dessert destination for Ventura County residents with its unconventional twist on sweets and gift items. Treat Sweets offers an atmosphere where families and friends can gather together for a unique dessert experience, and now hosts "Friday S'mores Nights."
INFO: Jessica Yuda 805-498-7328
Jessica.yuda@live.com
www.treatsweets.com
DECEMBER 21
3rd Annual Unsilent Night Los Angeles Parade
Pan-Pacific Regional Park
7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
(between Curson and Gardner, next to The Grove)
Free parking lot at the park
6:45 p.m.
Electronic caroling parade for infinite number of boomboxes and people. Be swirled up in a moving soundscape of ambient, peaceful music. All ages welcome. Family friendly. FREE! If you have a boombox or Mp3 player with speakers, e-mail UnsilentNightLA@gmail.com to reserve a CD, cassette, or Mp3 of a piece of the original composition. Music will be distributed at the park for free at 6:45 p.m. Parade starts at 7 p.m. You do not need a boombox to participate. Also be accepting a voluntary donation of $1 to be donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
INFO: Behnoosh Khalili
UnsilentNightLA@gmail.com
www.UnsilentNight.com
DECEMBER 31
All Star New Year's Eve Gala in Ontario, CA:
Award Winning Artists in Live Luther Vandross Tribute
Doubletree Hotel Ontario Airport
222 North Vineyard Ave, Ontario, California 91764
Door Opens 7:00 pm
Ring in the New Year in Style and Luxury with a rousing Tribute to legend Luther Vandross by gifted Singer & Composer of the Grammy-winning hit song 'Here & Now' - TERRY STEELE! Top 'Smooth' Artist, Saxophonist JEFF KASHIWA, known for his work with the Rippingtons, joins Jazz Guitarist & Solo Recording Artist RAY 'the Weeper' FULLER & the IE's Hottest D.J., Live in the beautiful Doubletree Ballroom for a memorable evening of Dining, Dancing & All Star Jazz! Limited All-Inclusive Room/Dinner/Show & VIP/Sponsorship Packages Available. All For Cause... Proceeds Benefit 2009 IE Youth Arts & Advocacy
INFO: Michele Cox-Fuller 909-697-9565
events@weepersfriends.org
www.weepersfriends.org
DECEMBER 31
Celebrate the New Year with Katy Perry at
Star-Studded Gridlock New Year’s Eve
Paramount Studios
5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA
8:00 p.m. Media Check-in
9:00 p.m. Arrivals
11:00 p.m. Red Carpet Closes
Celebrity guests and other VIPs will join Grammy nominated performer Katy Perry as she perform live at Gridlock New Year’s Eve. Presented by Night Vision Entertainment, Hardball Productions and BToll Entertainment, Gridlock New Year’s Eve at Paramount Studios promises to be Hollywood's version of Times Square with the most elaborate New Year's Eve celebration ever. In New York Times Square they drop the ball, but in Hollywood a Star will be raised to bring in 2009. Over 5,000 guests are expected to experience Paramount Studios' New York City backlot transformed into four different New York City environments with a Hollywood twist including a snowfall winter wonderland experience. Tickets are currently on sale at www.gridlockla.com.
CONTACT: Steven Wilson/Emily Davis
B|W|R Public Relations 310.550.7776
swilson@bwr-la.com/edavis@bwr-la.com
Please call first before attending any events.
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