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August 6, 2008

Pencil This In: Wednesday

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MUSIC
Heralded pianinst Otmaro Ruiz and his band headline at the valley's jazz hotspot The Baked Potato. Ruiz' music is a unique blend of classical rhythms ranging from Chopin to Piazzolla with some Latin American flavor in between for good measure.

9:30 pm // The Baked Potato // 3787 Cahuenga Blvd West., Studio City // $15

FILM
The Grove presents two classic Pixar films this month to close out its Movies in The Park season. Grab a blanket and catch The Incredibles under the stars, while enjoying a great dinner from one of the many restaurants at The Grove. Chairs are not allowed, but VIP seating is available via concierge services (323.900.8080).

6:30 pm // The Grove // 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles // Free

EAT
Did you know that the height of the peach and plum season is just getting started? The Patina Restaurant Group sure does, and they are celebrating by hosting the first national Peach and Plum Festival. If you are wondering what kind of dishes you might find, here is a sampling: roasted peaches with sauteed foie gras and crostada with plums and pistachio cream.

5 - 9:30 pm // Patina Restaurant // 141 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles // Prices Vary

ART
Ink & Paint: The Art of Hand-Drawn Animation, a new exhibition by the folks who bring you the famed Oscar awards, highlights the hard work of traditional animation artists. The exhibition includes works from numerous animated classics, including Cinderella, 101 Dalmatians, Sleeping Beauty, Pink Panther and many others. Through August 24th.

10 am - 5 pm // Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences // 8949 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills // Free

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