Pencil This In: Yabba-Dabba-Doo! and Karoke Contest
ANIMATION
The animation studio responsible for bringing us memorable cartoon characters like Fred Flintstone, Scooby-Doo and George Jetson is celebrating its anniversary. The Paley Center for Media hosts Yabba-Dabba-Doo! A 70th Anniversary Salute to Hanna-Barbera, commemorating the long history of the famed animation studio. Included as part of the celebration is a look at a collection of rare artwork and artifacts spanning the studio's 70 years of existence. Through September 6th.
MUSEUM
Ancient Chinese artworks spanning over 5,000 years of history are on display at the Bowers Museum of Cultural Art in Santa Ana. The collection includes rare bronze vessels, mirrors, polychrome potteries, sculptures, porcelains, paintings, ivory carvings and robes which help illustrate the evolution of Chinese technology as well as its art and culture. Through September 6th.
FILM
Today and tomorrow are the last two days to enjoy the 5th annual Hollyshorts Film Festival at The Laemmle Sunset 5. The festival features works from a variety of filmmakers -- local and International -- and equally diverse film categories ranging from animation to short documentary. Show times and movies vary by date.
FESTIVAL
Nisei Week Japanese Festival kicked off earlier this week and continues through August 23rd in Little Tokyo. In its 69th year, the festival showcases different aspects of Japanese culture including food, music, entertainment and other cultural activities. If you think you've got what it takes, you might want to head out there sometime this week to participate in the week long karaoke contest. Other activities vary by date, check event web site for details.