Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Weekly What To Do: Live For Saturday


Long Beach Comic Expo 2017
Sat, Feb 18, 2017, 10:00 AM –
Sun, Feb 19, 2017, 5:00 PM Long Beach Convention Center
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
$tarts at $25

Check the full schedule for and particular interests you have. And be ready to cosplay.

It's a celebration of comic books and pop culture that showcases the exceptional works of talented writers, artists, illustrators and creators of all types of pop culture.

ScotsFestival
Feb. 18-19, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

The Queen Mary 1126 Queens Highway
Tickets: $10 online for ages 4-11 and $19 online for guests 12 and over. VIP tickets, two-day festival passes and hotel packages available. 


"Experience the rich culture and history of Scotland first hand through an array of authentic activities, athletics, dancing, entertainment and cuisine in ode to the Queen Mary’s Scottish legacy. ScotsFestival honors nearly fifty Scottish clans & vendors throughout the weekend with professional and amateur competitions in piping, drumming, massed bands, darts, Highland dancing, and Highland athletics. The Scottish Highland Games, a precursor to today’s Olympic Games, were designed to test the strength, skill, and technique of ancient warriors by face offs."

LA Cookie Con
Feb 18th & 19th 2017
L.A. Convention Center
$tarts at $20
* last year sold out

Meet thousands of Californians who share you love for all things sweet, salty and savory in the world of baking and sweets. *That Nerdy Nummies host will be there.

PBS SoCal KIDS Weekend
February 18 (Saturday) – February 19 (Sunday)
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
LA Zoo
Free with Admission

For the families
PBS KIDS superstar critters Curious George and Daniel Tiger from from Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood will make a special appearance at the Zoo for meet and greets with young fans. Families can also enjoy live book readings, themed crafts and activities, and a kids’ dance party in our Eucalyptus Grove. Don’t miss the fun!

Cuyler Smith's Trading Cards 2
Fri, 7-9pm 
G1988 East
7021 Melrose Ave

Cuyler has created 40 new actual trading cards to debut (and a brand new limited wax pack)

Dead of Winter Horror Marathon
Sat, Feb 18,7:30pm
Aero Theatre 1328 Montana Avenue,
Santa Monica, CA 90403
$25

35mm (RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, RE-ANIMATOR, EVIL DEAD II), blu-ray (CEMETERY MAN), DCP (NIGHT OF THE CREEPS)

Opening Reception - 02/18 7pm-10pm
Q Pop 
319 E 2nd St Unit 121
Little Tokyo
Free

Q Pop teams up with Messy Pink to host one of our most Kawaii pink shows to date! The Sweet Pink show is family friendly, so all ages are welcome!


Sat, Feb 18 at 8PM
Royce Hall
$29-$59

Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir is one of the best-known Estonian music groups in the world. Comprised of 26 singers (7 sopranos, 6 altos, 6 tenors, 7 basses), the repertoire of the choir extends from Gregorian chant and baroque to the music of the 21th century, with special focus on the work of Estonian composers (Arvo Pärt, Veljo Tormis, Erkki-Sven Tüür, Galina Grigoryeva, Toivo Tulev, Tõnu Kõrvits, Helena Tulve) and introducing it to the world.

Let's Duet: An Evening of Burlesque Duets
Tuesday February 21, 2017
8 pm showtime, 6:30 doors
Rockwell Table & Stage
1714 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, California 90027
$12-17

"The Hollywood Jane Revue is back with an evening of burlesque duets! The ladies and gentlemen of the Hollywood Jane Revue are teaming up, so every act has 2 people in it. Twice as much sex appeal for only 1 ticket price!"