Have you’ve ever driven by the GOOD building on Melrose Avenue and wondered…what is this place all about? You can find out starting FRIDAY! The GOOD Space is opening up to the public for two weeks and will be hosting day and nighttime events. This weekend will kick off with a “Dead Author Reading” at 7 p.m. and a “World Fair” where you can eat, drink, and “make local” with various activities throughout the weekend. Some require an RSVP; so don’t wait till the last minute if you want to go. For more info visit our event calendar.

Location: 6824 Melrose Ave. LA 90038 Date/Time: December 5th-19th
Web: http://awesome.goodmagazine.com/december/

On the first Friday of each month, the Abbot Kinney shops keep their doors open late and throw a party for anyone who chooses to stop by. This Friday during the season of giving, Equator books is partnering with the Santa Monica Museum of Art to throw a party and silent auction of books, art, and other unique items. There will be live music and an open bar. Admission is $20 (Supporting the arts is always a good cause).

Location: Equator Books 1103 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice 90291
Date/Time: December 5, 7-10 p.m. Web: http://www.equatorbooks.com

The expression, “When Worlds Collide” suits this event in my opinion. Craft enthusiasts (like myself) can head over to the EchoPlex and get creative at over 50 booths, and bring along their music enthusiasts friends (like my bf) for djs, drinks, and dancing. Who ever came up with this event is brilliant! Thanks Bust Magazine.

Location: EchoPlex, 1154 Glendale Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 Date/Time: December 6, 11a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission: $2
Web: http://www.bust.com/Craftacular/BUST-Holiday-Craftacular-2008.html

Just because we are “officially in a recession” doesn’t mean that the holidays have been canceled. So wise up, limit your Starbucks consumption for a few weeks and head over to some great sales (while supporting local businesses). POOL in Silver Lake is hosting a one-day sale with over 25 local designers. They are promising great discounts from retail prices and ydt favorite Green Truck will be there selling healthy food to sustain you while you shop.

Location: 2900 Rowena Ave. Silver Lake, 90039 Date/Time: December 6, 12-8p.m.
Web: http://recessionistaholidaysale.blogspot.com/

Sometimes we all need to getaway from the city. Fortunately we don’t live too far from some beautiful open space. If you’re itching to see some countryside this weekend, drive one hour north to Camarillo for the Chivas Skin Care Holiday Boutique. The focus is on sustainable living, and this will be seen by the variety of vendors and goodies at the event (organic designer jeans, fair trade jewelry, handmade cheeses, fruit liquors, sunset yoga, and of course handmade Chivas Skin Care products). For more information and to receive directions please email:

info@chivasskincare.com
Location: Camarillo CA, Address available upon RSVP
Date/Time: December 7, 11a.m. to 5 p.m. RSVP: info@chivasskincare.com