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Roll Into a Rockin' Ocktober
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CICLAVIA: Eye Spy LA has been to most of the CicLAvia events because they are simply fantastic, friendly and fun for everyone. This event is back in the heart of downtown. The course is 7.5 miles in a hub and spoke layout with Grand Park the central hub. Roll or stroll to Chinatown, Mariachi Plaza, Macarthur Park, and the African American Firefighter Museum hubs. The Grand Park hub is a pedestrian only zone and there will be plenty of activities, entertainment, and food trucks at each of the hubs. The CICLAVIA website is loaded with information about attending. This isn't just a "bicycle" event and it certainly is not a race. Go slow, stop at the hubs and enjoy all of the sights and sounds.
OCTOBER OVERLOAD: This month is always rockin' with Halloween attractions, Harvest festivals and Ocktoberfest celebrations. Get your Oct-tung baby started with a bang!
PUPPETS, JAZZ, FOOD TRUCKS - Do something different than the usual weekend night fare.
THE SOLDIERS PROJECT: A one-night only free event features rising artists who have served our country in a provocative exhibition at the Four Points Sheraton at LAX. ART ABOUT WAR kicks off the Pathways Home Conference which brings healthcare personnel together to discuss the mental toll our veterans and their families face when they return home from duty. Partnering with the United States Veterans' Artists Alliance (USVAA), this special showing includes photographer Philip Schladweiler's image of the shrapnel that left him blinded in one eye as well as seven mixed media artists. There will be live music and hors d'oeuvres. Tonight from 7pm - 9pm.
TOPICAL ACTIVITIES: Whatever suits your mood, we got it all HERE
- ART - There's always something new to see at galleries and museums.
- FESTIVALS - The weather couldn't be better for outdoor fun and frolic.
- FASHION - Fashion week is upon us. Make sure you have the right look.
- KIDS STUFF - School is in session but keep them busy on weekends too.
- RECREATION - Walks, nature retreats and star gazing are perfect now.
Find more? Check out our Editor's Picks selected at the start of every week.
 DISCOUNTS - there are some really good ones right now. From whale watching to kids shows to festivals... entertain yourself at a discount. All at very reasonable prices. Even better, most of the discounts offered are direct from the event/activity producers and do not involve additional fees to receive the discount.
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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.
Have a Happy Weekend!
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EyeSpy Survived Halloween Haunts Guide by M.R. Hunter
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Halloween is not a one-night holiday anymore. Haunted houses, theme parks, festivals and shows are open throughout October. The choices can be scarily overwhelming. We've run screaming through haunted houses, got lost in corn mazes, survived zombies and made it out otherwise unscathed. Be prepared for the spookiest Halloween events with our handy haunts survival guide.....
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'Breath and Imagination' Soars at the Colony in Burbank by M.R. Hunter
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The season opener at the Colony about the first African-American concert artist, Roland Hayes, epitomizes the pursuit of passion despite struggle and necessary determination when all that sustains it is little more than breath and imagination. Given the Colony's recent financial woes, this west coast premiere is a fitting choice, even if a slight departure from their typical trope.
Roland Hayes' story by Daniel Beaty concerns itself with one taking control of their destiny. A noble but somewhat predictable narrative is artfully handled by Saundra McClain as the play picks up steam so too does Roland's tenor abilities until the rise in both the plot and the vocal qualities are evenly matched up to an exciting and memorable crescendo. The audience earns the privilege to hear and witness the underdog triumph even through the intermittent flashbacks when the then famous singer discovers his wife and daughter have been arrested for shoe shopping in Georgia. The stark contrast to Roland Hayes' stardom and racial bias is powerful...
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| Eyestrology - This Month's Event Forecast - Happy Birthday Libra! | | By Cici Psy-Chic | |
Happy birthday to these celebrity October Librans: Julie Andrews (10/1), Sting (10/2), Gwen Stefani (10/3), Leigh-Anne Pinnock (10/4), Kate Winslet (10/5), Elisabeth Shue (10/6), Yo-Yo Ma (10/7), Matt Damon (10/8), Sharon Osbourne (10/9), Mario Lopez (10/10), Amitabh Bachchan (10/11), Hugh Jackman (10/12), Ashanti (10/13), Usher (10/14), Keyshia Cole (10/15), Flea (10/16), Eminem (10/17), Ne Yo (10/18), Michael Gambon (10/19), Viggo Mortensen (10/20), Carrie Fisher (10/21), Shaggy (10/22), Weird Al Yankovic (10/23)
LIBRA - Selfie
SCORPIO - Enjoy the Sparks
SAGITTARIUS - Divided Loyalties
CAPRICORN - Task-Oriented
AQUARIUS - The Universe Laughs
PISCES - No
ARIES - Future
TAURUS - Buckle In
GEMINI - Peace and Quiet
CANCER - Caviar Appetite
LEO - Nonstop
VIRGO - Tiny Moving Parts
Most signs are socially active now by meeting new people and possible romantic interests. Spend time with those who are positive and upbeat as there is high degree of susceptibility that could impact our moods if we're not careful of the kind of company we keep. There is much potential in fortunate chance encounters, so be aware of who you meet and keep your business cards handy at all times. This is an excellent period of self-initiation and confidence for all signs. Avoid burning bridges or coming on too strong however as this could be irreparable much later...
Read your full EYESTROLOGICAL Forecast
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ABOUT EYE SPY LA | | | |
Eye Spy LA has been the online Local's Guide to L.A. since 2003. Content is written, edited and maintained by locals and focuses on local and nearby events and the local creative community.
Editorial policy: Eye Spy LA editorials are stories written about places, entertainment and events that we go to. The opinions are those of our editorial staff and the writer of the piece. Calendar listings are ads posted by the people producing events and activities in the local area. Each week we pick and recommend events and other things to do based on our experience or sometimes because they look particularly unusual, unique or in some other way interesting. We do not recommend them based on any fees they may or may not have paid us for advertising.
You'll always find the latest events & activities plus commentary about where we've been at eyespyLA.com - updated daily.
Andrea Kirk, publisher (editor@eyespyLA.com)
 EYE SPY LA CONTRIBUTORS:
M.R. Hunter - editorial and reviews
Mark Share - reviews
Kelly Hargraves - dance and reviews
Abby Abanes - food adventures
Charles Phoenix - retro slide of the week
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