BY KAREN YOUNG
It’s Mother’s Day Weekend. Check out this list of happenings for some fun things to do. If you need a last minute gift or reservation, make sure to check out My Daily Find’s guides to gifts and restaurants.
FRIDAY TO SUNDAY
No Roses Gallery: It’s a party all weekend long at No Roses Gallery in Sherman Oaks. They’ll have complementary sweets and drinks Friday through Sunday. Stop by to check out their new artisan jewelry collections. On Friday, their new visual art exhibit opens — “Lines in the Universe” is a series of black, white and color drawings by Los Angeles fine artist Darien Donner. The show also includes interactive (video) visitor participation. Also, for last minute Mom’s Day shoppers, they’ll be open until 9 p.m. this Saturday, May 11th, so stop by in your final Mom gift-getting hours for a sip of wine or sparkling water. Save 20% with mention of MY DAILY FIND — and get a free gift as well! 13624 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks (818)986-1246
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
Epicure Imports Warehouse Sale: Get supplies for your Mother’s Day Brunch. Explore the warehouse on Friday (12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.) and Saturday (9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.)and shop over 3000 specialty food items at discounted prices. Included are freshly imported cheese, charcuterie, truffle products, chocolate, foie gras, olive oil, vinegar, cookies, and so much more! Perfect for cooks, bakers, and of course anyone who loves to eat. Come hungry, as they always sample items such as cheese, sausage, and chocolate. Call (818) 985-9800. Visa, Mastercard, and cash accepted. Free to the public. Epicure Imports, 6900 Beck Ave, North Hollywood. Bring a sweater. It’s refrigerated and can get cold inside.
SATURDAY
Fire Service Open House Day: On Saturday, May 11, a Fire Service Day Open House (from 10am to 4pm) will be conducted at all Los Angeles County fire stations. Visit your local fire stations to learn more about the services the Department has to offer. Find a Fire Station near you. Fire Stations will have special activities for all ages.
Help CHAMPS Build A School in Africa: Enjoy live music, a “silent”auction, art auctions, food & drinks, and all the coffee you want (or need) — and in doing so help support local teens from CHAMPS Charter High School accomplish their goal of traveling to Malawi (Africa) to help construct a school. Help these students make a difference in the lives of people who do not yet have access to something we all too often take for granted — an education. It all happens on Saturday from 5:30 p.m.- 11 p.m. $10 at the door. North Hollywood First Christian Church. 4390 Colfax Avenue, Studio City. If you can’t make it on Saturday, check out the fundraising page here.
Murder Mystery Night: Come to Leonis Adobe Museum in Calabasas for a night of “murder, mystery and mayhem” and a dinner “to die for” on Saturday, May 11th, at 6:30 p.m. Catered dinner and a two-act play giving clues for you to discuss and solve with other guests. Call (818) 222-6511 for tickets and information or go to: www.leonisadobemuseum.org
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
Studio City/Sherman Oaks Rotary Club Art Show: There’s handcrafted art and crafts perfect for gift giving, especially with mothers in mind. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Moorpark Park in Studio City (Northeast corner of Laurel Canyon Blvd. and Moorpark St.)
Unique LA Spring Show: It’s so worth the drive to the largest independent-design show in the country. There will be over 350 designers and artisans showing their wares at California Market Center downtown. Workshops, a cafe serving up dishes from local food trucks and restaurants, special giveaways and more. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. each day . $10. California Market Center, 110 E. 9th St.
SUNDAY
$3 Car Wash for Moms: Fashion Square Car Wash in Sherman Oaks is offering a $3 full service car wash (a $12.99 value) for all Mothers, Grandmothers, or Great Grandmothers. Bring one of your kids, or show a photo of them to receive the $3 car wash. You will drive away with a sparkling clean car. Open from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 4625 Woodman Ave.,Sherman Oaks (818) 981-2333
Free Guitar Class: Ever wanted to try guitar? Go to this free intro guitar class in Sherman Oaks and find out. The class is open to girls and women of all ages. All you need to bring is the guitar and you’ll learn a few easy chords and a song in under an hour! The event is free. Register via email at girlsguitarschool@gmail.com.
WEEKLY WEEKEND FARMERS MARKETS IN THE 818
Find unique gifts and food at your local farmer’s market.
Need a unique last minute gift or a great food item? Check out your neighbor Farmers Market this weekend!
Agoura Hills Farmers Market: Sundays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 5835 Kanan Road, Agoura
Burbank Farmer’s Market: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Third Street and Orange Grove Avenue, Burbank.
Beverly Glen Farmers’ Market: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 2936 N. Beverly Glen Circle Los Angeles
Calabasas Farmers Market: Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. is in Old Town, Calabasas on Calabasas Road., across the street from the Sagebrush Cantina.
Encino Farmers’ Market (ONEGeneration): Sundays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 17400 Victory Blvd. (between White Oak and Balboa).
NoHo Arts District Farmers Market: Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Bakman Avenue, between Magnolia Boulevard to the South and Weddington Street to the north.
Studio City Farmers’ Market: Sundays, 8 a.m – 2 p.m. – 12001 Ventura Pl, Studio City. (between Laurel Cyn and Radford. just north of Ventura).
Westlake Village Farmers Market: Sundays, 2797 Agoura Road. Westlake Village
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