MUSIC EVERYWHERE: You'll find plenty of music and other outdoor entertainment opportunities (much of it free) this and every week through the summer, like at the Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena, Jazz at LACMA, the Culver City Musical Festival and more. See the Outdoor Entertainment Guide or scroll below for stories about a couple of places we've been recently.

THIS WEEKEND:

• The Ventura County Fair on the beach is no doubt the coolest county fair - now through mid August. The Orange County Fair continues also.
• Get a Taste in San Pedro of local food, music and art along the waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles Friday through Sunday.
• Grill for Glory at the 3rd Annual Korean BBQ Cook-off on Saturday.
• Plan on a full day of folk music at an historic junkyard in Altadena on Saturday at the 2nd Annual New Los Angeles Folk Festival.
• Head to Olvera Street and La Plaza for a parade and festival to celebrate Ecuadorian independence and learn about Ecuadorian culture.

STYLISTA ALERT: A Noise Within is moving and having a big garage sale this Saturday.  So if you've ever wanted to decorate your digs with theatrical props or perhaps you'd like to augment your out-on-the-town wardrobe with some unique items -  here's your chance.

TIP: you can find events and other things to do near you - you'll find neighborhood and regional calendar links at the bottom of all Eye Spy LA web pages.

There's more of course

A grand reason to visit Downtown Los Angeles in the summer is to take in a Grand Performance at California Plaza. Presenting multiple free performances each week all summer long, Grand Performances are as diverse and eclectic as our city. And there is plenty to do and see nearby, making this a great staycation destination or a brilliant place to take out of town visitors...

There's something for everybody at the 17th Annual Culver City Music Festival on Thursday nights. Whether you're in the mood for some steamy flamenco, Celtic tunes, or a Beatles Tribute band, the free concerts at Culver City City Hall are a cool way to spend a summer night...

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The power of this spellbinding lemon-lime paint combo is enhanced by the odd place where one color leaves off and the other begins. Not to mention how the colors scream against that classic black-bordered white tile countertop and scalloped oilcloth curtains, while the strawberry shelf trim on the door-less, well-stocked cabinet blends right in...