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<p><span>F</span>irst, just a quick reminder that Thursday marks <a class="Link" href="https://support.laist.com/laistnewsletter?ms=BTTDEditorial" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>California Public Radio Day</u></a> — an excellent opportunity to show your support for LAist and our beloved California public radio stations.</p>
<p>There’s plenty of music lined up around the city, <a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/licoricepizzarecords/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>curated by our friends at Licorice Pizza</u></a>, featuring My Morning Jacket at the Hollywood Palladium on Tuesday and Reneé Rapp at the Grammy Museum — definitely listen to her <i>Modern Love</i> reading from last week; it’s incredible. Laufey will perform at the Grammy Museum and Herbie Hancock at the Hollywood Bowl on Wednesday, while you can catch Ethel Cain at the Shrine Auditorium on both Wednesday and Thursday.</p>
<p>More from LAist: Get a <a class="Link" href="https://laist.com/news/los-angeles-activities/drag-race-five-takeaways-emmy-winning-casting-director" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>behind-the-scenes glimpse</u></a> at the making of <i>RuPaul’s Drag Race</i>, find out more about L.A.’s <a class="Link" href="https://laist.com/news/transportation/ghost-kitchens-uber-doordash-traffic" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>“ghost kitchen” trend</u></a> and its impact on neighborhoods, and <a class="Link" href="https://laist.com/events/gfy-082325" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>secure your tickets</u></a> for next week’s live taping of <i>Go Fact Yourself</i> with Lilan Bowden and A Martinez.<br/></p>
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<h2>Events</h2>
<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="day" name="day"><b>Monday, August 18</b></span>
<b> </b><br/><b>818 Day</b><br/><b>Multiple locations, San Fernando Valley</b><br/><i>COST: VARIES; </i><a class="Link" href="https://vivathevalley.com/818-day/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
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<p>Los Angeles sunrise in the San Fernando Valley. The San Gabriel Mountains, Burbank, and North Hollywood, California are visible in the background.</p>
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<p>Support local ventures in the San Fernando Valley and delve into distinctive Valley history and landmarks this 818 Day. <a class="Link" href="https://vivathevalley.com/818-day/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>VivatheValley has an excellent compilation</u></a> of activities, including specials at Topanga Social, music events at Midnight Hour Records, the anniversary celebration at San Fernando Brewing Company, and a movie screening at 1984 Vintage. <a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DM21-Vax_C5/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>My Valley Pass</u></a> also features deals and information for Universal CityWalk and beyond. Check out this <a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=qqAgenLgHTg" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>L.A. in a Minute video</u></a> from 2023 to find out more about 818 Day and the Valley's history. Or visit the <a class="Link" href="https://valleyrelicsmuseum.org/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>Valley Relics Museum</u></a>.</p>
<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="venice-art-crawl-walk-streets" name="venice-art-crawl-walk-streets"><b>Thursday, August 21, 6 to 10 p.m.</b></span>
<br/><b>Venice Art Crawl: Walk Streets</b><br/><b>Walk streets between Abbot Kinney Blvd. and Lincoln Blvd., Venice</b><br/><i>COST: FREE; </i><a class="Link" href="https://business.venicechamber.net/events/details/venice-art-crawl-08-21-2025-62398?_gl=1*5vkp3t*_ga*MzA1Mjk4NDYyLjE3NDMxNzkxNTk.*_ga_4329MZY30M*czE3NTQ1ODk0NjQkbzU1JGcxJHQxNzU0NTg5NDgwJGo0NCRsMCRoMA.." target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
<p>Due to the <a class="Link" href="https://laist.com/news/dogs-mystery-illness-venice" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>ongoing mystery regarding the passing of dogs in the Venice Canals</u></a>, this month’s Venice Art Crawl has been shifted to the walk streets. While the canals are always a highlight, these walk streets — Marco Pl., Amoroso Pl., and Nowita Ct. — are lesser-known to those outside Venice, making this art crawl a fantastic way to explore these delightful streets behind the popular storefronts on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Experience local artists, live music, and more in this hidden gem of L.A.</p>
<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="tennis-with-cults" name="tennis-with-cults"><b>Wednesday, August 20, 8 p.m.</b></span>
<br/><b>Tennis with Cults</b><br/><b>Greek Theatre</b><br/><b>2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz</b><br/><i>COST: FROM $25; </i><a class="Link" href="https://www.lagreektheatre.com/event/tennis/53/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a><i> </i></p>
<p>The indie pop duo Tennis<b> </b>is wrapping up their journey like Roger Federer with one last grand album — April’s <i>Face Down in the Garden —</i> and a big concert at the Greek Theatre, featuring special guest Cults, known for their hit "Go Outside."</p>
<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="carly-rae-jepsen" name="carly-rae-jepsen"><b>Tuesday, August 19, 7 p.m.</b></span>
<br/><b>Carly Rae Jepsen</b><br/><b>Troubadour</b><br/><b>9081 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood</b><br/><i>COST: N/A, </i><a class="Link" href="https://wl.eventim.us/event/carly-rae-jepsen/657807?afflky=TheTroubadour" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
<p>This concert is definitely sold out, but (call me) perhaps you might score a last-minute ticket from resale. Canadian pop sensation Carly Rae Jepsen is hosting an intimate show for the 10th anniversary of her third album, <i>E•MO•TION</i>. The album features hits like “I Really Like You” and “Run Away With Me.” I would be surprised if we didn’t get a “Call Me Maybe” encore.</p>
<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="juliet" name="juliet"><b>Through Sunday, September 7</b></span>
<br/><b><i>& Juliet</i></b><br/><b>Ahmanson Theatre</b><br/><b>135 N. Grand Ave., Downtown L.A.</b><br/><i>COST: FROM $51.75; </i><a class="Link" href="https://www.centertheatregroup.org/shows-tickets/ahmanson/2025-26/juliet/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
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<p><i>& Juliet</i> presents a reimagined take on <i>Romeo & Juliet</i>, narrated from Juliet’s perspective, featuring catchy pop hits such as "Oops I Did It Again," “Roar,” “Domino,” and more crafted by renowned producer Max Martin. This production is making its debut on its first national tour at the Ahmanson, reminiscent of the phenomenal show <i>Six</i> that promises to have pop enthusiasts of all ages grooving in their seats (and likely singing along too). It’s set to move to the Segerstrom for a brief engagement starting Sept. 9, so catch it while it’s in either downtown L.A. or Irvine.</p>
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<br/><b>Los Trompos</b><br/><b>Victoria Gardens</b><br/><b>12505 North Mainstreet, Rancho Cucamonga</b><br/><i>COST: FREE; </i><a class="Link" href="https://www.victoriagardensie.com/en/events/5297/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a><i> </i></p>
<p>Vibrant, interactive sculptures fill the Victoria Gardens shopping center in Rancho Cucamonga until September 22. Designed by Mexican artists Héctor Esrawe and Ignacio Cadena, the Los Trompos installation—which translates to “spinning tops” in Spanish—features eight oversized spinning tops that invite attendees to interact and have fun.</p>
<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="writers-bloc-presents-illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-with-billy-ray" name="writers-bloc-presents-illinois-gov-jb-pritzker-with-billy-ray"><b>Monday, August 18, 7:30 p.m.</b></span>
<br/><b>Writers Bloc presents Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker with Billy Ray</b><br/><b>The Ebell of Los Angeles</b><br/><b>4401 West 8th St., Koreatown</b><br/><i>COST: $33.85, </i><a class="Link" href="https://writersblocpresents.com/main/jb-pritzker/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
<p>Although political discussions have lost their spark lately, this dialogue between screenwriter Billy Ray (<i>The Hunger Games</i>, <i>Captain Phillips</i>) and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is likely to be both fiery and insightful. Pritzker will articulate his views on the Democratic Party’s future as we approach the 2026 midterm elections.</p>
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<h2>Viewing Pick</h2>
<p><b><i>Human Footprint: Vanishing Act</i></b></p>
<p><b>Natural History Museum Commons Theater</b></p>
<p><b>700 Exposition Park Dr., Exposition Park</b></p>
<p><i>COST: FREE WITH RSVP; </i><a class="Link" href="https://nhm.org/calendar/green-screen-human-footprint" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
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<p>Join the Natural History Museum and PBS SoCal for a screening of the “Vanishing Act" episode of <a class="Link" href="https://www.pbs.org/show/human-footprint/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><u>Human Footprint</u></a>, featuring our very own prehistoric stars, the La Brea Tar Pits, at the Natural History Museum Commons Theater. A post-film Q&A will follow, with Biologist Shane Campbell-Staton and experts Dr. Emily Lindsey and Dr. Cara Santa Maria. The evening will conclude with a complimentary reception, including light bites, drinks, and a chance to engage with scientists from the museum and local environmental groups.</p>
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<p><span class="AnchoredText Anchor-anchor-offset" id="bonsai-bar-at-laguna-beer" name="bonsai-bar-at-laguna-beer"><b>Wednesday, August 20, 7 p.m.</b></span>
<br/><b>Bonsai Bar at Laguna Beer</b><br/><b>859 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach</b><br/><i>COST: $85; </i><a class="Link" href="https://bonsaibar.com/products/laguna-beer-company?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a></p>
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<p>Explore the art of bonsai while enjoying a brew at Laguna Beer. You’ll create your own bonsai to take home while meeting new faces and learning about this ancient practice that promotes focus and tranquility.</p>
<p><b>Starting Wednesday, August 20, 5 to 8 p.m.</b><br/><b>Izakaya Sunsets</b><br/><b>JACCC</b><br/><b>244 San Pedro St., Little Tokyo</b><br/><i>COST: $5; </i><a class="Link" href="https://jaccc.org/events/izakaya-sunsets-chill/" target="_blank" data-cms-ai="0"><i><u>MORE INFO</u></i></a><i> </i></p>
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<p>The garden at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center is a hidden treasure in downtown Los Angeles. Once a month through November, you can enjoy evening refreshments and appetizers in this beautifully designed green space. I’m not exaggerating; it’s one of the best-designed places in L.A. The monthly pub<b> </b>will feature izakaya-inspired otoshi (snacks) from Chef Gay Matsumoto (Azay and Hansei), along with sake, shochu, and beer.</p>
