Here are a few of the unique and unusual things happening this weekend:

• Saturday - enjoy an evening of Victorian Enchantment. 19th century conjuring and mystery at Heritage Square.
• Hop on board the Do Good Bus for an altruistic adventure this Saturday.
• Rice & Shine: Filipino Brunch & Beats at chef AC's popup Filipino Soulfood restaurant in Ktown on Saturday.  Adobe fried chicken and garlic rice waffles anyone?
• Drive down to the Automobile Driving Museum for a Hot Wheels Garage event on Saturday.
• Lounge around with NEWFILMAKERS LA on Saturday. Film screenings, filmmaker lounge, and after-party.

TICKET GIVEAWAY: The magic continues when one of L.A.'s most beloved and longest running shows, Smoke and Mirrors moves to the Odyssey Theatre. Created by and starring noted actor and lifetime member of the Magic Castle, Albie Selznick, the L.A. Times Critic's Choice smash hit directed makes its debut in West L.A. A story told through mind-blowing illusions and mystifying slight-of-hand, Smoke and Mirrors is the semi-autobiographical, fantastical story of Albie Selznick and his journey to become a Master Magician. After suffering a formidable tragedy, Albie uses magic to misdirect his grief but discovers himself by facing his fears with the aid of a life-sized white rabbit, The Oracle, and Harry Houdini's wife, Bess. Through a myriad of adventures, magic takes on a variety of meanings both in spirit and spectacle. Dazzling as it is touching-the play incorporates visual effects, incredible feats and thrilling illusions with humor and heart. If you missed seeing this show in its two-year run in NoHo, now is your chance. We're giving away 5 pairs of tickets for the opening week performance. Winner can choose Thursday, Jan. 15 or Friday, Jan. 16 @ 8pm. Drop your name in the top hat at eyespylareviews@gmail.com. Tell us if you believe in magic? Go ahead, don't be shy.

Laughing is good exercise lose some of that belly jelly gained over the holidays.  Visit our Comedy page for some great places to go where you'll find a barrel of laughs.

Not everything good happens on the weekend. You'll find the rest of our weekly picks at EyeSpyLA.com and even more places to go on the Eye Spy LA Calendar - updated daily.

PLAN AHEAD: Don't be disappointed. Many of the events we feature in our newsletter are small, unique and unusual - and often sold out by the time you read this.  Eyespyla.com is updated daily go there anytime to explore and find out what's coming up so you don't miss out. January Calendar Martin Luther King Day is Monday Jan 19.  Global Belly Laugh Day is Saturday the 24th.  In February plan ahead for Valentine's Day and Chinese New Year.

SAVE $$$: Visit the Eye Spy LA DISCOUNT page for special discounts on local events and activities.

Wishing you and yours a wonderful New Year!

Eyestrology: Happy Birthday Capricorn by Cici Psy-Chic

For the month of 12/23/14-1/20/15

Happy birthday to these celebrity January Capricorns: Verne Mini-Me Troyer (1/1), Cuba Gooding Jr. (1/2), Eli Manning (1/3), Michael Stipe (1/4), Bradley Cooper (1/5), Rowan Atkinson (1/6), Nicolas Cage (1/7), Stephen Hawking (1/8), Kate Middleton (1/9), Rod Stewart (1/10), Mary J. Blige (1/11), Howard Stern (1/12), Liam Hemsworth  (1/13), LL Cool J (1/14), Pitbull (1/15), Kate Moss (1/16), Betty White (1/17), Jason Segel (1/18), Dolly Parton (1/19), Stacey Dash (1/20)

2015 is off to a roaring start! Most signs will be energized and feeling very social. This is an excellent time to reconnect with a long lost pal, rekindle an old flame or spend quality time with those that matter most. Take the initiative by reaching out to someone you hold dear. Water and Earth signs should be focused on home and family matters. Fire and Air will do best traveling and or putting their energies into careers.  Any outstanding projects left unfinished from last year should be addressed and completed immediately. Finalization brings a fresh start and freedom.

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