They landed, they were greeted by grinning politicians, they motorcaded, they mingled with venture capitalists, they were received at a Hancock Park garden party. Ah, what a first day for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in Los Angeles.
You Know You Want to See Photos From the Royal Couple's 1st Day in L.A.
Sharon Tate as Icon: Fashion-Focused Exhibit Raises Questions
A new exhibit honoring actress Sharon Tate opened this weekend, timed to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the iconic Hollywood blonde's brutal murder by members of Charles Manson's "Family." ICON is described as a mixed media exhibition honoring the life and style of Tate which features the work of Jeremy Kenyon Lockyer Corbell. Included in this art and fashion-based showing are items from the actress' "never before revealed wardrobe," many of which were worn by model Lauren Hastings, who was photographed in the outfits.
Get Out: Sunday
The city will host their 21st annual "Taste of Encino" cultural festival. The event will take over a strip of Ventura Blvd. and include music, dance, and storytelling. This free festival will also feature a moon bounce and rock climbing wall for you to enjoy. I'm sure your kids will like them a bit more though.
Pencil This In: Saturday
Variations on a Caribou features Dr. Mark Sherman, Director of the International String Figure Association, addressing the lore associated with string figures (think Cat's Cradle)--we're talking chants, performance rituals, and the mathematical side of them. The evening lecture is followed by a reception at the Museum of Jurrasic Technology.

