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Lari Pittman: Declaration of Independence Exhibition
Hammer Museum, Westwood, CA11 a.m.–8 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Sept. 29-Jan. 5. The Hammer is presenting the most comprehensive retrospective to date of the work of...
12/10/2019: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thomas Joshua Cooper: The World's Edge Exhibition
LACMA, L.A., CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Tues., Thurs., 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Sept. 22-Jan. 26. Thomas Joshua Cooper is a photographer who is...
12/10/2019: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Photos with Santa at Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, Californianoon-8 p.m. Mon.-Thur.; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. Nov. 21-Dec. 7; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Dec. 8-23; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 24...
12/10/2019: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Scenario Studio: A Photomusement Experience
The Scenario Studio, Beverly Hills, CAnoon-8 p.m. Mon.-Thur.; noon-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; noon-6 p.m. Sun. Nov. 14-Dec. 22 (closed Thanksgiving). For the first time, Beverly Hills hosts an interactive photography pop-up...
12/10/2019: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
UCAAN Holiday Gift Wrapping Store
The Oaks Shopping Center – Former Yankee Candle Store, Thousand Oaks, CATimes vary. Dec. 1-24. Patrons gifts will be wrapped by gift wrapping volunteer elves of all ages at the United Cancer Advocacy Action Network (UCAAN)...
12/10/2019: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Polar Express at the Southern California Railway Museum
Southern California Railway Museum, Perris, CA6:10 p.m. 8 p.m. Tues.-Thur.; 4:30 p.m. 6:10 p.m. 8 p.m. Fri.; 1 p.m., 2:45 p.m. 4:30 p.m., 6:10 p.m., 8 pm. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 30-Dec....
12/10/2019: 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Polar Express at the Fillmore & Western Railway
Fillmore & Western Railway Co., Fillmore , CA6:10 p.m. 7:50 p.m. Tues.-Fri; 1:10 p.m., 2:50 p.m. 4:30 p.m., 6:10 p.m., 7:50 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 14-Dec. 29 (no trains 11/28, 12/25). Passengers can...
12/10/2019: 1:10 pm - 8:50 pm
A Christmas Carol
South Coast Rep, Costa Mesa, CA7:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Sat.; noon, 4 p.m. Sun. Nov. 30-Dec. 24. South Coast Rep's original adaptation of this Charles Dickens classic...
12/10/2019: 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Skating Under the Stars
Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, CAVisit Giant Wheel Court to “skate under the stars” in Irvine’s very own winter wonderland. The Irvine Spectrum’s ice rink is a perfect destination for...
12/10/2019: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Grade School Yoga
The Center Method, Santa Monica , CAThis group class (ages 4-9) enhances focus, flexibility, strength and confidence as well as teaching good coping habits for dealing with stressful situations and growth....
12/10/2019: 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Bob Baker Marionette Holiday Show at One Colorado
One Colorado, Old Pasadena, Pasadena, CAThose merry folks from Bob Baker Marionettes are dropping into One Colorado's courtyard to warm up this December afternoon with an uplifting holiday-themed performance.
12/10/2019: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Capistrano Lights
Mission San Juan Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CAThe Mission will host Capistrano Lights 2019: Experience the Mission at Night, featuring a nightly tree lighting and music program. After the Mission closes, guests...
12/10/2019: 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Kids Club Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
The Commons at Calabasas, Calabasas, CAJoin in and meet and greet Santa and his elves at The Commons at Calabasas. The evening's fun also includes kids' face painting and a...
12/10/2019: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Epilepsy Parent Support Group
Goebel Adult Community Center/Valley Lupin Room, Thousand Oaks, CAParents of children with Epilepsy are invited to this free program to gain support and share information in an understanding setting. The gathering begins at...
12/10/2019: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Roadium Drive-In Presents: Elf
The Roadium Open-Air Market, Torrance , CAThe Roadium is reviving its classic 1950's drive-in for a one-of-a-kind movie-going experience this fall. Once a month, guests can enjoy a great film in...
12/10/2019: 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
We Exist LGBTQ Allyship Group (AV)
Tarzana Treatment Centers, Palmdale, CAWe Exist's LGBTQI2-S Allyship Group is a safe and confidential space for parents, caregivers, family members, and community members in the Antelope Valley to come...
12/10/2019: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Disney's Frozen
Hollywood Pantages, Hollywood, CA8 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 2 p.m., 8 p.m. Sat., 1 p.m., 6:30 p.m. Sun. Dec. 4-Feb. 2. The hotly anticipated stage adaptation of “Frozen” finally surfaces...
12/10/2019: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Matthew Bourne's "Swan Lake"
Ahmanson Theatre, The Music Center, L.A., CATimes vary. Dec. 3-8, 10-11, 13-15, 17-22, 24, 26-29, 31, Jan. 2-5. The world-renowned Matthew Bourne brings his convention-shattering, emotionally enthralling interpretation of Tchaikovsky's “Swan...
12/10/2019: 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm