MUSIC*
Do we actually need an intro for a Metallica show? A bit pricey, but sure to bring the house down and for a good cause.

7 pm // The Wiltern // 3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles // $203.50.

MUSEUM
The National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago has put together an exhibition of artwork documenting the African presence in Mexico, now on display at the California African American Museum. The exhibition spans centuries of rarely documented Mexican history, including that of early slave freedom leader Yanga.

10 am - 5 pm // California African American Museum // 600 State Drive - Exposition Park, Los Angeles // Free.

LEARNING
Interested in growing your own food in a beautiful garden? John Lyons will teach you all you need to know about creating a great garden that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also provides you some grub.

6 pm // Descanso Gardens: Classroom B // 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge // $35 Non-members (Adult), $25 Members (Adult) Registration required

EAT
Chef Jared Simons surprises his diners with a random selection of 7 dishes from the small plate menu, each for $7. The dishes are a varied collection of tastes, from smoked eel to macaroni with serrano ham. A short list of wines is also available for $7 per glass.

6 - 7 pm // Violet // 3221 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica // $7 per plate/glass

*Pencil pick of the day

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