Best Things To Do This Week In Los Angeles And Southern California: Oct. 9 - 12

Hollywood Forever's Columbarium showcases 87 works from photographer Rick Castro from 1986 to 2022. Curatedd by Hollywood Forever's President Tyler Cassity. The images feature mask-wearing as well as portraits of different figures related to Hollywood Forever (including trans residents, The Goddess Bunny AKA Sandi Crisp and Holly Woodlawn), images from the cemetery circa 1990, Gore Vidal, as well as portraits of Castro's family.

The Orange County Museum of Art, designed by Thom Mayne and Brandon Welling of Morphosis Studio, celebrates its first anniversary all week. Enjoy live performances, artmaking activities, curated tours, artist films, pet portraits, talks, an anniversary party and more.

The Magic Border (Dey Street Books) is the debut book from the Grammy-nominated Mercury Prize-winning musician and poet Arlo Parks. This collection includes Parks' original poems, photographs by friend and collaborator Daniyel Lowden, and the complete lyrics to the acclaimed second album My Soft Machine. She'll be interviewed by fellow musician Lucy Dacus.

The longtime politician and former Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Zev Yaroslavsky discusses his new political memoir at The Autry. The son of Ukrainian Jews who immigrated to the United States in the early 1920s, the book follows his journey as a young social activist who worked to free Soviet Jews before entering the world of politics. A book signing and a light reception will follow the conversation.

Eater and Ace Hotel DTLA present its latest Eater Talks panel discussion, which explores restaurant expansion. Eater editor Hillary Dixler Canavan is joined by panelists Lien Ta, Sara Kramer, Ludo Lefebvre, and Caroline Styne, who will discuss what happens to a restaurant when it opens a second location and then more locations. What are some of the unique LA challenges of expanding?

Actor and environmental activist Ed Begley Jr. shares stories from his new memoir To the Temple of Tranquility... And Step on It! He'll be interviewed by fellow actors Mary Steenburgen and Ted Danson. Begley will discuss a variety of topics including his relationship with his father, adventures in Hollywood, the origins of his environmental activism, addiction and recovery, and more. Tickets to the Live Talks LA event include a signed book.

This year, the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) screens 24 films (six narrative features, two documentary features, and 16 shorts) from 13 countries and in 14 languages, including the world theatrical premiere of Vishal Bhardwaj’s Khufiya, the world premiere of Atul Sabharwal’s Berlin and the LA premiere of Joram by Devashish Makhija.

The musical satire THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL (As Told Through the Hazy Recollection of Joe Biden) returns for 20 shows at the Bourbon Room in Hollywood. T.J. Wilkins (NBC’s “The Voice”) stars as Barack Obama, and singer Shanice plays First Lady Michelle Obama. It was created by Eli Bauman, a former Obama campaign organizer and TV writer who wrote the music, lyrics, and book and directed the show. Some songs were co-written with his father, Jon “Bowzer” Bauman, from the ‘70s group Sha Na Na, and band leader, music director, and music co-producer Anthony “Brew” Brewster.

Watch RTJ — El-P and Killer Mike — reunite on stage for four nights at the Palladium. They're in the middle of celebrating four albums in four cities with 16 shows.

Relive the days of spending hours at the mall arcade and battle it out in the tavern's classic video game tournament. The game this week is Fighter II Turbo, which was released in 1992. You'll get free entry with a two-food or drink minimum.

Screamfest LA is one of the largest and longest-running horror film festivals in the U.S. and returns this week to Hollywood. This year’s Opening Night film Divinity — about the quest for immortality — stars Stephen Dorff, Moises Arias, Jason Genao, Michael O’Hearn, Karrueche Tran and Emily Willis, with Scott Bakula and Bella Thorne. World Premieres at this year’s festival include Alone Together, from director William Kresch about a couple who flee to a remote cabin and encounter a vengeful spirit (of course); the pagan horror story Lord of Misrule from director William Brent Bell; and The Piper, directed by Erlingur Thoroddsen, about a composer tasked with finishing her late mentor's concert but with deadly consequences.

Several restaurants and bars in Huntington Beach are participating in the Ohana Mai Tai Fundraiser this month. Throughout the month of October, 100% of Mai Tai sales at the participating restaurants will be donated to the Legacy of Aloha Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to assisting affected TS Restaurants and Maui Brewing Company employees in Lahaina, Maui.

Drink Mai Tais here:

• Brant Kitchen & Bar, 21058 Pacific Coast Highway
• Dos Amigos Cantina, 21022 Brookhurst Street
• Duke’s, 317 Pacific Coast Highway
• Johnny’s Saloon, 17428 Beach Boulevard
• Longboard Restaurant & Pub, 217 Main Street
• Mama’s Comfort Food + Craft Cocktails, 21022 Beach Boulevard
• Matter of Craft, 21022 Beach Boulevard
• Offshore 9 Rooftop Lounge at the Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel, 21100 Pacific Coast Highway
• Ola Mexican Kitchen, 21040 Pacific Coast Highway
• Pacific Hideaway at the Kimpton Shorebreak Resort, 500 Pacific Coast Highway
• Sandy’s Beach Shack, 315 Pacific Coast Highway
• Surf City Ale House Kitchen + Bar, 301 Main Street
• Triple Crown Tavern, 714 East Adams

Women Who Whiskey Los Angeles holds a dog-friendly evening with Mr. Pickles Pacific Northwest Gin. All genders and friendly pups are welcome to attend. Enjoy a taste of the gin plus three cocktails including the "Mr. Pickletini." Snacks will also be served. Hailing from Eugene, Oregon, the gin is named after Wolf Spirit Master Distiller Ben Green’s American Pitbull Terrier, who he rescued from the pound a day before the pup was set to be euthanized. A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to Best Friends Animal Society; all donations are matched.

Michael's on Naples in Long Beach collaborates with Tuscany’s oldest winery, Contucci, and invites guests for an educational wine dinner. Andrea Contucci will describe the journey of Contucci’s 1,000-year history and explore five select vintages. Guests will be served a specialty five-course menu to pair with the wines. Dishes include Gnocchi Del Cosentino, Involtini Di Cavolo, Pici and Tuscan cheeses. Reservations recommended.

At The Palm Restaurants in Beverly Hills and downtown L.A.

The Palm Beverly Hills and Los Angeles offers a special supper for Italian-American Heritage Month through the end of October. “La Famiglia Supper” is on Sundays and Mondays all month long and for the entire weekend of Oct. 27 - 31. The menu features family-style dishes for the table like the Italian chopped salad, classic Sunday gravy with rigatoni, steaks, sides to share like Italian herb hand-cut fries, and dessert such as the The Palm zeppole and cannoli duo with a trio of dipping sauces.

Various locations

Solita Tacos holds a 10th Anniversary Party at all locations (Huntington Beach, Valencia, Long Beach, Anaheim, Orlando and Chicago) from 3 p.m. to close. There will be Taco Tuesday deals, a free taco of the month with any purchase, live music and each guest will receive a coupon for their next visit.