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Free weekend? DineLA, banana sushi and a selfie studio
Peanut butter... and no jelly.
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Didn't get a selfie stick for Christmas? No problem — Arcadia now has its very own selfie studio. We're not kidding. After fun with photos, head to an interactive art show in downtown Los Angeles and finish it off with the best of Restaurant Week.
Here's everything you need to know:
1. Queen George
An evening of art, dance... and furniture? Yep, that's what's happening at "Queen George" — a multidisciplinary event featuring humans as visual art. It's not your typical "sit down and watch me dance" kind of show. "Queen George" runs on an ongoing loop, which allows you to enter and exit as you wish. The event will feature Ate9 dANCE cOMPANY alongside the art of designer Avi Roth and carpenter Amir Raveh. Dancers will perform duets throughout the Think Tank Gallery with some breaking off into tiny rooms for individual performances. Choreography by Danielle Agami.
When: 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
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Where: Think Tank Gallery | MAP
Price: $15 to $20; purchase tix here
2. 2015 Maeya Art Festival
(Photo: Courtesy of Maeya Art Festival Facebook)
Enjoy Chinese art at a free festival that goes all weekend long. In addition to observing artists' works, there will be workshops on topics like Chinese watercolor painting and calligraphy. Expect conversations with international artists and don't miss voting on Friday. Check out the art finalists here.
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When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday | Schedule here
Where: Promenade on the Peninsula | MAP
Price: Free
3. Peanut Butter Bar
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This week, L.A. Weekly wrote about Studio City's new peanut butter bar, and we couldn't help but drool. Yes, this is a little ridiculous. (Apparently, it all started in sixth grade.) But hey, it also sounds delicious. SpreadPB writes on its site:
You'll be able to design the sandwich of your dreams! This includes picking from a vast collection of delicious breads, nut butters, and toppings. Or pick from one of SpreadPB's unique creations.
When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday
Where: SpreadPB | MAP
Price: Menu items range from $2.95 to $6.95
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4. Color Vibe Palmdale
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Sure, it's a 5K, but it's a fun 5K! Prepare yourself to run while being blasted with colored powder at each station throughout the race. A portion of the proceeds from the race will be donated to the local organization West Coast Classical. Here's a runner guide with all you need to know.
When: Registration and packet pickup: 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Race begins at 9 a.m.
Where: Palmdale Amphitheater | MAP
Price:
- Online registration — team runner: $55, individual runner: $65, kids ages 1-2: free
- In person registration (event day) — team runner: $70, individual runner: $75, kids ages 1-2: $15
5. Take a selfie in a selfie studio
Forget the selfie stick. Southern California now has a selfie studio, which is appropriately called Selfie Selfie Photo Studio. And get this: "Most of our customers can take up to 300 photos in an hour and take them all home!" You'll get some props to spruce up your selfies, but be sure to bring your own flash drive to save the pics. Even the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce is on board. Here's what the Pasadena Star-News wrote about it. Pro tip: This place is dog-friendly, according to Yelp.
When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
Where: Selfie Selfie Photo Studio | MAP
Price: For one hour: $15 per person if group of six; $18 per person if group of five; $20 per person if group of four; $25 per person if group of three; $30 per person if group of two
6. dineLA's Restaurant Week
Photo: Duke's Malibu Arugula & Farro salad
From the Westside to the Eastside and everything in between, dineL.A.'s Restaurant Week is offering prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus at decent prices through Feb. 1. The best part? It's totally longer than a week. Stop by Duke's Malibu for three courses, including roasted garlic and black garlic mahimahi ($20) after a morning at the beach. Or grab a beer in Silver Lake while indulging in Hyperion Public's $15 lunch menu. (Who can say no to deviled eggs and a burger?) Can't decide? Get inspired with these Insta pics. Find top picks from Food GPS. Eater's guide is here. And click here for a full list of options.
When: Through Feb. 1
Where: At participating restaurants | List here | Make reservations here
Price: $15 to $50
7. Torrance Antique Street Faire
(Photo: Courtesy of Torrance Antique Street Faire Facebook)
Looking for that one of a kind antique or vintage item? Look no further. Come take a gander through the vendors who will be showcasing a variety of items ranging from antique and vintage furniture to glassware, books, jewelry and toys. In addition to the antique faire, there are plenty of restaurants, bakeries and bars surrounding the area for when you're finished antiquing.
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday
Where: Downtown Torrance | MAP
Price: Free
What are your weekend plans? Let me know on Twitter @kristenlepore.
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