Green Life + Green Drinks + Border Grill = Fun

Join us, Your Daily Thread, as this week’s media sponsors for LA Green Drinks – Westside, a night of schmoozing, networking and drinks at The Green Life in Santa Monica. Mingle with like-minded individuals while browsing through any of The Green Life’s eco-friendly lifestyle and home products. Participating vendors include Loll Designs. We got the Border Grill Truck to come and serve up some sustainable cuisine (mmm fish tacos) and will be keeping the waste to a minimum thanks to composting and recycling efforts from LA Eco Salon. Why? Because after a long day of work we could all use a drink, great company and green conversation + ydt is hosting the event.

Location: The Green Life 2409 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405  Map Date/Time: Thursday, March 4 from7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Web: www.lagreendrinks.blogspot.com Cost: A $5  donation is appreciated to keep the event sustainable.

A Market in the Garden: Yamashiro Garden Market

Sitting atop a hill in Hollywood, overlooking the city of glitz and glamour, one will find Yamashiro Restaurant. Yamashiro has been host to many an event—weddings, private parties—and now it will add farmers’ market to this list. Beginning this Thursday night, patrons are invited to shop for local and organic produce in this beautiful setting every week from now on. Guests are also welcome to stay and dine in the outdoor gardens while listening to live music and enjoying “chef select entrees made with ingredients fresh from the market.” Why? Priceless city views, organic produce, live music…who needs more reason that that?

Location: Yamashiro 1999 Sycamore Ave, Hollywood, CA 90068  Map Date/Time: Thursday, March 4 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Web: http://thehillsfarmersmarket.com/lacityfarm/yamashiro-garden-market.html Questions? Call 323.466.5125 or  Email: info@yamashirorestaurant.com.

Martinis & Manicures

Every hour is happy hour at Recess Nail Salon. Ok, so maybe not every hour, more like between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. every Friday during the month of March. Beginning this Friday, in honor of its two-year anniversary, Recess, a luxury nail salon that offers “organic and non-toxic services” will begin hosting a “$20 Manicures & Martinis Happy Hour.”  Why? Because recess isn’t just for the kiddies anymore.

Location: Recess Nail Salon 8408-B Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048  Map Date/Time: Friday, March 5 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. To schedule an appointment call 323.782.9919 or email appt@recess-la.com Cost: $20, which includes a manicure and Belvedere martini.

With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility…

…and the nifty ability to climb walls using only the pads of your fingers. That’s right, we’re talking about your “Friendly Neighborhood Spiderman!” While you may have to exert a bit more energy than your favorite spandex clad superhero, you can live out your childhood fantasy and climb to new heights at Rockreation (http://rockreation.com/lahome.html) in Santa Monica. Sign up for the Fight Gravity 1 introductory climbing class and learn the basics of rope tying, climbing and belaying.  Why? ‘Cause who wouldn’t want to sport super powers?

Location: 11866 La Grange Ave, West LA, CA 90025  Map Date/Time: Saturday, March 6, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Web: www.rockreation.com Cost: Classes and pricings vary. See their website for details Call: 310.207.7199

Celebrity Status

Getting ready for the Oscars?  Learn how celebrities stay in shape and run away from the paparazzi.  Living in L.A. you never know when it will be your turn in the spotlight. To prepare you for your 15 minutes of fame, and to get a great workout, Cheryl Anker has come up with her 4-mile “Running from the Paparazzi” tour.  Why? Avoid those pesky photographers while learning how to navigate the streets of Beverly Hills and Hollywood.

Location: Rodeo Drive and Santa Monica Blvd. Map Date/Time: tours run daily between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Web:  www.offnrunningtours.com RSVP: Register here Cost: Each tour costs $60 per person, which includes an exclusively designed Running from the Paparazzi T-Shirt, bottled water, fresh fruit, and ends with a rewarding frosted cupcake!

Images via The Green Life, Here Comes the Guide and lasplash