LISTEN: ALO at Troubador

For those of you without a special someone on this most unholy day of the year, grab a friend and go check out the sounds of ALO and Latch Key Kid. ALO’s music is upbeat and a bit like Jack Johnson (yet more tolerable), and will have you bobbing along to their feel-good rhythms in no time.
ALO at The Troubador Thursday, Feb 14 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m. $20.

LEARN: Bob Spichen @ Farmlab

Farmlab is hosting an open discussion with Pulitzer Prize-winning editor and columnist Bob Spichen, titled, “Is It Possible to Cover the Environment without Annoying, Scaring, Befuddling, or Depressing People?” The discussion will be held at the Farmlab Public Salon on Friday, Feb 15, and admission is free. So go and share your opinions, or sit back and enjoy the chance to listen to a man with a lot of experience on the topic.
Farmlab. 1745 N. Spring St. #4 Los Angeles 90012. Friday, Feb 15 at 12 noon. For more info go to www.farmlab.org

EAT: CRU

Why gorge yourself with unhealthy carbs at Sunday brunch when you could enjoy a tasty and healthier alternative? Cru is located in Silver Lake and focuses on organic and vegetarian delights. They also offer raw food classes every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. for $15. Bon Appétit!
Cru. 1521 Griffith Park Blvd. Silver Lake 90026

LAUGH: Largo Comedy Night Friday

Patton Oswalt, who lent his voice for the wonderful character Remy in “Ratatouille”, will be heading up this group of comedians for Largo’s comedy night Friday. While dinner is sold out, you can still get in for drinks and watch from the bar. Largo is always fun, and has a great atmosphere that makes you forget you are in Los Angeles.
Largo. 432 N. Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles 90036

MOOCH: BCAM Free Community Weekend

LACMA’s first phase of its renovation unveils this weekend with complimentary entry and a celebration hosted by Target. The Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Company will be there and musical guests and DJs will also be performing. The architecture of the museum is reason enough to take advantage of this opportunity, not to mention the free performances and photo booths! But, you must reserve your tickets ahead of time.
LACMA Feb. 16, 17 and 18. Reserve tickets now http://www.lacma.org/events/EventsBCAMBorn.html

CONTRIBUTE: Venice Beach Cleanup

Heal the Bay hosts a monthly beach cleanup and this Saturday the locale of choice is Venice Beach. The “Nothin’ But Sand Beach Cleanups” are held the third Saturday of every month, and are a great way to get involved with your community and help the environment.
Venice Beach Pier @ Washington Blvd. Saturday, Feb 16 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. For more info go to http//:www.healthebay.org

DRINK: 4 Copas Organic Tequila

One of the few selections of fine liquors being served at the newest private club/speakeasy in down town, The Doheny. Try the Jalisco Flower, specially designed by head barman Vincenzo Marianella. Good news is the tequila and drinks are delicious, bad news is you have to be a member of The Doheny to go.

All hope is not lost because you can find this delicious tequila at The Velvet Margarita in Hollywood (no membership required). For more info about the only certified organic tequila please check out their site http://www.4copas.com/