Of their latest endeavors is promoting the Marine Life Protection Act (MLPA), “California’s landmark ocean protection law” that enables networks of marine protected areas (MPAs) to be created along California’s coast–and those networks are currently being decided. Working as underwater parks where fishing is prohibited, MPAs provide copious oceanic benefits: marine ecosystems where sea life can thrive with minimal human interference (scientists have shown that MPAs rebuild fish populations and restore ocean habitats) plus offering great wildlife-watching and diving. Thus far, SMBK has helped reverse the loss of 80 percent of the kelp forests in Southern California, including over 8.5 acres off Malibu and Palos Verdes through the SMBK kelp restoration project.

Joined by SMBK Marine Programs Manager Brian Meux and Media Relations Coordinator Kristy Pyke, I traveled on the Baykeeper boat to Malibu to talk with professional surfers paddling out that day, Jodie Nelson and James Pribram and representatives from Heal the Bay, Surfrider and Below the Surface. The aquatic act was to promote protection of the areas around Zuma Beach to Point Dume—proposed MPAs.

“MPAs are an incredible asset to not only our marine ecosystems … but our benefit as well,” says Pyke. “It’s important that we hold MPAs at a high priority and encourage the government to do the same.”

Sarah Abramson Sikich, Coastal Resource Director for Heal the Bay and four-year volunteer with Surfrider, was on her third paddle out. “It’s always a surprise to see how much isn’t protected,” says the marine biologist. “It’s critical that we protect something like 70 percent of the Earth.” She continues, “Oceans are overfished and big fish are gone. From a science and environmental standpoint, MPAs definitely make sense and are necessary.”

Mid-conversation with Jared Criscuolo, cofounder of Below the Surface, a purple jellyfish floated directly beneath Criscuolo’s surfboard (luckily all his limbs were above the surface). “It’s visceral encouragement,” he says, noting the jellyfish as a sign to carry on. “Get involved, get educated and get to know your water sources— we all have to be a part of the solution.”

The one downside to our eco-inspiring trek was a run-in with something that has become an all too common occurrence: floating plastic debris. According to Meux, something seemingly innocuous like deflated balloons become constant threats in the sea for birds and marine life, which often mistake them for jellies, attempt to eat them and die. Still, with stewards of the oceans like SMBK, as well as activists, MPA networks clearly have a future here in Southern California.

Baykeeper is looking for volunteers and divers. Contact them at www.smbaykeeper.org.

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On Snob on a Bus, Jacquelyn dishes about her experience as a self-described snob who never saw herself taking public transport but now is carless and a regular bus-rider. However, her posts don’t sound snobby to me—just honest. It’s a kind of journal, each entry starting out with what she’s wearing and the weather at her usual stop in front of the 711 convenience store. She then goes on to give an account of bus happenings once it pulls up—wishes and woes, wonderings and wins. Most engaging are her interactions with people—the guy who holds the bus for her, the funny exchange with the driver. It’s a wild ride.

We know Jessica from her work at Heal the Bay (and these recommendations on being an eco-dog owner), but now she’s got a new passion: Chew-Gooder. She confesses, “everything I grew up thinking about food and its heath implications, both towards my body and the planet, was wrong” (can I ever relate to that!). But now, living in L.A., land of agricultural plenty, she’s exploring what it means to do right by the world and yourself in what you choose to chew.  She experimented with being vegan for a month, reported on the restaurant in Santa Monica serving endangered whale meat and shares recipes, local beers, and green food fare weekly.

Consumption:

You met Angela from My Year Without Spending in this YDT interview. And she’s still at it. After a year of The Compact, buying nothing new and instead bartering, buying used or foregoing purchases altogether, she’s extending her commitment to cut down on stuff into the future.  She fesses up to her (very limited) food waste on Fridays, features other people’s Thrifty Threads secondhand clothing scores on Thursdays and takes baby steps toward a greener life all the time.

What do you get when you combine mad crafting skills and a fashion budget of 365 dollars for the whole year? New Dress a Day where Marisa takes a vintage find every day and makes it into something magical. (Needless to say she’s a big fan of Jet Rag’s Sunday sidewalk sales.) No new purchases necessary for her wardrobe! See what happens when you pay five bucks for fabric and sew your own purse for prom—you have a lifetime ahead of you to awe and inspire the rest of us to DIY our closets.

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Sara at The Daily Ocean is on a mission to do her part for cleaning our beaches of debris, one day at a time. You don’t have to make cleaning up your community (and hers is Santa Monica) official. She told Green LA Girl: “Who needs an organized cleanup? Just grab a bag, go to the damn beach, and pick some stuff up.” And that’s what she does, for twenty minutes everyday. She’s collected over 400 pounds so far this year! And it’s amazing what she finds on those daily rites: toothbrushes, beer cans, straws, fast food packaging, flip flops. lighters, makeup…the works.

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Inspired? I know I am.

What other blogs inspire you?

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I think we all know what not to do with dog waste–leave it on the street or in grassy areas. So, why not? What’s the problem with that and how does it specifically affect our waterways?

Well, aside from the obvious — someone might step in it, there are water quality problems associated with not picking up the doo. Pet waste contains a lot of bacteria. During a rainstorm, all of that un-picked-up poo and its associated bacteria, heads with the rain water directly down a storm drain, you know, those drains on the street curbs. These drains don’t end in any kind of treatment plant, they lead to the ocean or to another body of water (which in turn leads to the ocean). So, unless you want to swim with the poo, pick it up! It doesn’t necessarily take a rainstorm either. Think about your neighbor hosing off his driveway or someone watering her lawn. If the doggy pile gets left on the ground, it’s eventually swimming. It’s not just gross, it can also make you sick. Skin rashes, upper respiratory infections, flu like symptoms and GI problems-all possible side effects from swimming in bacteria-laden water. That’s not a nice way to end your weekend at the beach.

The number of dogs in our concentrated area is huge. For example, Los Angeles County has over 12 million people. Think, if only a quarter of those people have a dog as a pet, that’s over 3 million dogs. There are not that many natural large mammals living in Los Angeles County collectively (deer, mountain lions, bears, etc). Additionally, think of all of the pavement in the city. Cement leaves nowhere for the waste to go but eventually down the storm drain.

What’s the scoop on what dog owners and dog walkers should do with dog poop in Los Angeles? What’s the best thing to do? Is there a runner up best thing to do?

This is a tough question. Picking up the poo is most important. From there, you have a few options. You can use a plastic bag and throw it in the trash can. Many people reuse small bags, such as from a newspaper or even a produce bag. It’s really easy to bring a bag these days, a bag container can link right on to your dog’s leash. There are actually a few alternatives to plastic bags as well. I have seen dog waste “boxes” made of cardboard that will break down once in a landfill. I have some friends with small dogs that actually flush the poo down the toilet in some TP or in specially made septic safe doggie flush bags. However, this comes with its own problems in an area like L.A. where water is in shorter supply. Burying the poo, say in your garden for example (but away from food crops), is another option. Google “dog poop composting.” People really do it. Basically, the closer you can get the doo disposal to its origins, the more environmental it will be.

Any other tips for pet owners doing our part to help clean up the ocean in our own backyards?

Having a dog as a pet is very rewarding but also comes with a lot of responsibility.

In addition to knowing the scoop on all things dog, Heal the Bay is doing important work for the ocean. If you’re heading to the beach this weekend, check out its Beach Report Card before you dive in. And find out other ways to get your feet wet volunteering.

Jessica Belsky grew up surfing in and around Daytona Beach, FL. After earning her degree in English from the University of Miami, her life-long interest in ocean conservation and eco-issues led her to Los Angeles where she quickly became an avid volunteer with Heal the Bay’s Speaker’s Bureau program. Jessica is now Heal the Bay’s Communications Manager. She still enjoys volunteering in her free time at a bevy of both environmental and animal rescue events. A “pound puppy” advocate since a teenager, in addition to volunteering, Jessica frequently fosters shelter dogs in her apartment and owns a rescued stray hound mix, Bosco, who now lives (very well) with her family in Florida.

Images via PlanetGreen and Jessica Belsky

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If you haven’t had a chance to check out conservation photographer Robert McGinley’s exhibit featuring, “natural landscapes that are threatened by development, and captures these environments at their most beautiful and vulnerable” then Friday July 24th, you’ll want to head down to the Blue 7 Gallery in Santa Monica from 6-9pm for the second to last weekend of the show which will end July 31st. The exhibit’s proceeds go to good green causes-Heal the Bay and Santa Monica Baykeeper, both organizations strive to protect California’s water resources.

Gallery Addresses: 3129 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA. Tel: (323) 936-1447, For more information or to view his work, visit http://www.robertmcginleyphotography.com/

Go Green, Spend Green, Benefit the Earth

Typically we shy away from promoting mass consumerism but this weekend, when you shop at the Green Life, 10% of the sales will be donated to Sustainable Works, the Santa Monica based non-profit environmental education organization. Plus, for every person that signs up for their newsletter, the Green Life will plant a tree. Sound to good to be true? Have questions? You can email nancy.barba@sustainableworks.org

Location: 2409 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90405. Telephone: (310) 392-4702. Website: www.thegreenlifeco.com

This Saturday and Sunday take a tour at the Los Angeles Eco Village. If you have not heard of this before, according to the website http://laecovillage.org/ an Eco Village is defined as “a human scale with mixed land uses which strives to close the waste to resource loops, support healthy human development, has multiple centers of initiative, and can be successfully continued into the indefinite future.” Pique your interest? Then be sure to check it out for yourself. Please note- reservations are required.  Want more?  Learn how to start your own Eco Village here.

Contact: crsp@igc.org, Tel (213) 738-1254, Tour will be from 10:30 am- 1:00 pm Directions to the Eco Village.

Go Ahead, Take  A Hike

You heard me, you can take an urban hike guided by the great folks over at the Architecture and Design Museum. Let Mike the PoeT take you on trails and treks through Downtown. On July 26th, you’ll explore the National Historic Monument district of Little Tokyo. Other hikes include a tour through Leimert Park and LA’s Westlake neighborhood.

Price: $15 single or $30 for the three tour package. For more info on Mike the PoeT: http://www.myspace.com/mikethepoet, For more information on the urban hikes including other dates, visit: http://flavorpill.com/losangeles/events/2009/7/26/urban-hike

Hermosa Beach Green Expo

End your weekend right by attending the Hermosa Beach Green Expo which will feature a concert by Rebelution to benefit www.onepercentfortheplanet.org. The event on Sunday July 26th is being promoted as, “a green concert to keep the earth in business.” From noon to 7pm, meet a variety of eco friendly business in the South Bay. As the sunsets, stick around to rock into the night from 6-9:00 pm.  Be sure to say hi YDT who will be hosting a booth at the event.

Info on Rebolution- http://www.myspace.com/rebelution, Event website: http://www.hbgreenexpo.com, For Directions from all areas click here

Beers For The Bay–Next Tuesday

Need a good excuse to drink an ice cold brew? Then on Tuesday July 28th, you won’t have to look any further than the Library Ale House off Main Street in Santa Monica, which will have its last Tuesday benefit for Heal The Bay. 15% of the beer bucks generated from this event will be donated to the organization. You’ll even save $1.00 on Alaskan Summer Ale and if you are feeling extra eco active, there will be a beach clean up you can participate in too.

Location: Library Ale House, 2911 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA, Tel: (310) 314-4855, For more details including info on the clean up, visit the event listing on the web Heal the Bay

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Basic Needs:  Food – A discussion at the Ecology Center That’s Bringing Green to the O.C.

So it seems that the green movement is making its way down to our neighbors in the south as today the Ecology Center is kicking off its summer series aimed at fostering dialogue on the most pressing issues of the day. “The purpose of the series is to provide a foundation for making decisions that have a positive ecological impact. To that end, we are providing a forum where the residents of Orange County can explore these crucial topics with cutting-edge thinkers from a variety of backgrounds.”  Tonight the discussion will be around one of our most basic needs: food, with Michael Besançon of Whole Foods Market leading the discussion.  There will be light food, beer and wine to entertain throughout the conversation.
Location: 32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano, CA  MAP Date/Time: Thu, June 18, 6:30pm – 9:00pm   Email:  info@theecologycenter.org   Call: 949.443.4223   Explore: theecologycenter.org

If you didn’t get your fill of food/animal related documentaries last week with Food INC, the The End of the Line might be right up your alley.  The film touches on the major problems going on in the world’s oceans from overfishing to overpolluting.  The filmmakers have even created a handy “What kind of fish can I eat widget” to help you figure out which fish are most sustainable.  Personally I’ve almost decided to forgo all fish due to these issues (with the exception of WILD salmon from Alaska and the occasional yellow tail sushi I adore).  The film premieres on Friday at the Laemmle Sunset 5.
Location: 8000 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, 90046, CA MAP Phone: 323-848-3500  Buy tickets: http://www.laemmle.com/viewtheatre.php?thid=2

Need an international destination, but don’t have enough frequent flier miles to get you there?  Head over to the Silver Lake neighborhood spot Barbrix wine bar to take in an international flight of wine paired with delicious, locally sourced, organic food (the chef is a regular at the farmer’s market.)  Buen provencho, bon apetit, and enjoy.  ydt Radar:  Try the pork belly—mmm!  It’s first come first serve, so no reservations required.
Location: Barbrix:  2442 Hyperion Avenue, Silver Lake, CA MAP Contact: 323-662-2442  Web:  barbrix.com

Need an idea for what to do with Dad this Sunday?  Why not skip the crowds and do some good?  Join Heal the Bay’s Stream Team and get rid of junk that is clogging up the Malibu Creek Watershed.  Show up with good shoes and comfortable clothes because you’re going to get dirty.  RSVP if you want to attend: 310-451-1500, x130
Location: Malibu Creek State Park: 1925 Las Virgenes Road Calabasas, CA 91302 MAP Date/Time:  Sunday, June 21st 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. RSVP:  310-451-1500 x130

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Most dads like burgers, but instead of getting him a Big Mac, why not get him a burger that is healthier for him, the cows and the environment.  O Burger in West Hollywood is celebrating its one-year anniversary as the most delicious organic, grassfed burger establishment on the block.  To show appreciation to you and dad it will offer free raffle giveaways, massages, Pilates demonstrations and organic vendor samples.   PLUS everyone can save 15% on their meal that day (and it sure beats the prefixed menu brunch at most places.)  For more info visit www.oburger.net
Location: 8593 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069  MAP
Date/Time: Sunday June 21st from 12pm – 3pm  Web:  http://oburger.net

So now that you’ve devoured a delicious, sustainably and humanely raised hamburger, why not go and support a vegan bake sale benefiting Earthlings and Animal Acres.  Bake me up LA is hosting the first part of its two-week bake sale (they’ll do it next Sunday too) to raise awareness and support for two worthwhile organizations.  The sale will feature the finest in vegan baked goods (and we hope that by now we’ve shown you how delicious vegan treats can be).  It’ll take place right outside of Locali Conscious Convenience – an amazing corner store carrying the best in organic and local artisan goods (food made right here in L.A.!).  For more information check out the entertaining blog at http://bakemeupla.blogspot.com/
Location:  Locali, 5825 Franklin Ave.  Hollywood CA Date/Time:  Sun June 21st from 11 a.m. till ?   More information: http://bakemeupla.blogspot.com/ Wanna help?       Email: bakemeupla@gmail.com

Celebrate the first day summer at the Pierce College Farm Space and celebrate the world of Vegan Food.  Vegan Earth Day is from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Dads and firefighters get to eat for free (there will be a delicious vegan bbq to enjoy.)  Watch big time vegan films like Earthlings, sample decadent vegan treats and more.  See the complete schedule here.
Location:  6201 Winnetka Avenue. @ Victory  Woodland Hills Ca 91371  Date/Time:
June 21st from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.    Website:  http://veganearthday.org

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Beauty and Fashion events

Sustainably Stylish Earth Day Soiree:

Jenny Wax, Maya Fines and TYSA are joining forces for a sample sale and skin care tips using eco-friendly products.  Also be entered in the “Green Goddess” raffle by bringing in 5 recyclable items to support Olympic volley ball hopeful Alyma Dorsey.

The event  takes place on 4/22 from 12pm – 8pm     in Santa Monica, Private Residence RSVP for Details to 310-457-3027 or email nichole@tysadesigns.com

“Out of the Ordinary” fashion event with host Dita Von Teese :

Shades Natural Color Studio is taking you down the green carpet to “preview the “Out of the Ordinary” fashion collection featuring reworked, recycled vintage pieces curated by legendary green advocate Doris Raymond.”  Paige Padgett will be doing makeup and Shades stylists will be on hand to do your hair.  100% of event proceeds will go towards green charities.

Takes place on 4/22 from 6 to 9 p.m.  Location:  The Way We Wore Boutique
334 S. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles CA 90036  RSVP to Shades All Natural shadescolorstudio@gmail.com

Change Your Hair, Change the World with The Doves Studio

Doves Studio will be donating 10% of their profits made on Earth Day to Heal the Bay.  Hair clippings collected on this day will be given to “Matter of Trust” which are made into mesh hair mats to soak up oil spills.

The event takes place on 4/22 on business hours 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.  Location: The Doves Studio 2000 Main St  Santa Monica, CA 90405.  Make an appt:  310-399-7654

Food and Entertainment:

O! Burger:   Mother Earth Day Lunch + Learn What does it mean to our children.

Come learn about the importance of eating nutricious, organic food at save 15% off too!

Date/Time:  4/22 from 2pm – 4pm   O!burger 8593 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90069

Book Signing – At Locali Conscious Convenience

Come get a signed copy of The Urban Homestead: Your Guide to Self-Sufficient Living in the Heart of the City and get some convenient to go food like organic tamales and vegan donuts.

Date/Time:  4/22 from 7 to 8 p.m.  Locali Conscious Convenience 5825 Franklin Avenue Los Angeles 90028

Community Events:

Economy, climate change, jobs and energy:  Climate Conversation on Earth Day

Join in the conversation happening all day at Metro Headquarters at Union Station in Downtown LA.
Date/Time:  4/22 from 7:30am – 7 p.m Metro Headquarters One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, California 90012

Silver Lake Earth Day Ball:

Join the  Silver Lake community in collecting discarded plastic bags to create a giant plastic ball to demonstrate the amount of trash we create and to honor the businesses who have pledged to stop using plastic.

Date/Time:  4/22 from 10am – 4pm    Triangle Square at Sunset Junction 3700 Sunset Blvd Los Angeles 90026

The 2nd Annual Wilshire Center Earth Day/ Car Free Day

Unlike last year there will not be any road closures, rather the community will gather in a open space.  Bring your unwanted E-waste for recycling and check out organic food vendors, free trees from “Million Trees LA” and dance troops from around LA.

Date/Time:  4/22 from 11am – 2pm  3700 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles CA

Green Dot Awards First Annual Ceremony

Come honor those green do gooders in our community.  The awards “strive to reward and promote forward-thinking businesses that create environmentally friendly products or services, and to reward revolutionary green business plans and proposals.”

Date/Time:  4/22 from 6 to 9 p.m.  Location Pacific Design Center 8687 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles.  RSVP at  www.greendotawards.com

Downtown Green Drinks = I Heart Earth Night:

Head to the eco-friendly Pharmaka Gallery for a night of Eco stimulating conversation. “The event celebrates Earth Day through an informal atmosphere to bring environmentally-minded people together over an organic beverage in a space focused on socially relevant art and topics. Plus, come participate in the special ‘I Heart Earth’ group canvas.”   The first 50 attendees will receive a free bag.  There is a suggested $5 donation.

Date/Time:  4/22 from 7pm – 10pm    Location:  Pharmaka Gallery, 101 West 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013 at Main Street

Check out additional Earth Day events, including ongoing events happening this weekend at yourdailythread.com/events

If you’re interested in doing some volunteer work please check out volunteer post.

image via I Heart Earth Night (Green Drinks) from Jessica Peltz

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It’s important to remember why we get this day off. Our next president has called for a “Day of Service” on January 19th, the day before the inauguration and the day that we honor the work and memory of Martin Luther King. This past year we all seemed to demand one common thing: change. Change of the way our government works, change of the way that business works, change of the way we treat people and our environment. What ever you want to change, take this day to make that happen.
“Be the change that you want to see in the world.” Mahatma Ghandi

Location: All throughout Los Angeles there will be volunteer opportunities.
Web: Visit www.usaservice.org to find more information. Here is direct link for volunteer opportunities taking place this weekend within a 20 mile radius of L.A.. Also visit our event calendar for Heal The Bay Volunteer Opportunities this weekend.

“It’s part This American Life, part stand-up comedy.” L.A.’s best comedians and comedy writers will be displaying true life stories while DJs play a real time sound track (think the organ player at the Silent Movie Theatre). Added bonus? Free beer and wine. Come support local talent, get tipsy and have some fun.

Location: The Fake Gallery, 4319 Melrose Ave. Date/Time: Friday, Jan 16th, 8 p.m. Web: www.wordplayshow.com Tickets: Advance tickets are gone; to get on the list, email info@wordplayshow.com and wait for a reply.

So I made a boo boo last week, but it’s really happening this week. Join the cycling enthusiasts at the Flying Pigeon for their first Dim Sum Ride of 2009. The mission: ride a loaner Flying Pigeon Bicycle and taste the delicious dim sum that China Town has to offer. At the end, top it off with a cocktail at Hop Louie. If playoff football isn’t your thing, then this might be the way to spend your Sunday.

Location: 5711 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90042. Date/Time: Sunday, 1/18, 10 a.m. Ride leaves promptly at 10:30 a.m. Web: http://flyingpigeon-la.com/
*Bring at least $20 to cover the meal and drink. RSVP required to attend. Please call 213-909-8986 to reserve your bike.

At ydt we love all things thread related, so this exhibit seems like a no brainer. Austin based artist Beili Liu creates beautiful artistic installations based on simply needles and thread. All there is to say is go and see it.

Location: Tarryn Teresa Gallery 1820 Industrial St. #230 Los Angeles, CA 90021 Tel: 213-627-5100 Web: www.tarrynteresa.com Dates: From 1/17 thru 2/27

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With the way the economy is looking these days, no one really wants to think about buying gifts.  However, the holidays are just around the corner; so instead of buying an over priced t-shirt, why not get creative and check out the gifts at the Crazy Cool Ridiculous Holiday Bazaar.  Check out eco-minded gifts from ydt favorite Green and Greener, Fair Trade Skin Care Products from Anti Body, Vegan Chocolate by Chocaveda and a lot more.  You’ll get unique gifts and be stimulating our local economy too (Uncle Sam Will be Proud).
Location: 1512 16th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404,
Date/Time: Sat 11/15/08- 11a.m.-4p.m. Web http://holidaygiftbazaar.com/

The Machine Project will be orchestrating 10 hours of workshops, performances, and events that will experiment “with LACMA’s encyclopedic collection and expansive grounds”.  Exhibits include a glow in the dark unicorn, a man in a suit made of pepper cans, elevators inhabited by musicians (including a mariachi band and drum core) and more.  My personal favorites, a tie between solving the interactive murder mystery with clues from the museum’s grounds and the gallery massages.  This unique event is only taking place this Saturday.  Definitely don’t miss out!

Location: LACMA 5905 Wilshire Blvd.  Los Angeles, CA 90036
Date/Time: Sat 11/15/08 12-10p.m.  Buy Tickets Here $12
Web: http://web.mac.com/lacmaweb/iWeb/machineproject/home.html

Fans of Kids in the Hall will thoroughly enjoy this series of shorts by alum Scott Thompson.   If you’re ready to laugh out loud about hilarities like “SAUSAGES” stop by.  Screen one night only at the Steven Allen Theater in Hollywood.

Location: Steve Allen Theater, 4773 Hollywood Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90027
Date/Time: Sat 11/15/08, 8 p.m.  Buy Tickets Here $10
Web: http://steveallentheater.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=163297

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Can’t decide how to help out?  It’s going to be HOT this weekend, so why not head out to the coast and escape the heat, plus give back at the same time.  Heal the Bay is hosting a Beach Clean up at Venice Beach this Saturday.  The event starts at 10 a.m. at Rose Ave. and Ocean Front Walk.  No RSVP needed, just show up.  After you finish at noon, head over to Venice Beach Wines for a delicious local lunch.

Location: Venice Beach, Rose Ave & Ocean Front Walk.
Date/Time: Sat 11/15/08 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

*Venice Beach Wines: 526 Rose Ave.  Venice, CA
Web: http://www.venicebeachwines.com/ Tel: 310-606-2529

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