Here is a sampling of things to do in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area.
EVENTS
Music Center’s Dance DTLA: Have fun learning new dance steps when expert dance instructors provide dance lessons and DJs spin the tunes, 7-11 p.m. on Fridays through Aug. 18. Samba, 7-11 p.m. July 28. Lessons are free. No dancing experience required. Food and beverages will be available for purchase (no outside food or drink allowed). Upcoming: Afro-Cuban Rumba and Cuban Rhythms, Aug. 4; Disco, Aug. 11; Bollywood, Aug. 18. Check the website for instructors and DJs. Dances are subject to change. Jerry Moss Plaza at the Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. www.musiccenter.org/dancedtla
Smorgasburg Los Angeles: Explore the open air food and drink market, some are vegan, plus vendors selling creative, eclectic merchandise, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 30. Family-friendly beer garden. The market runs every Sunday. Check the website or Facebook for current vendors. Free admission. Absolutely no pets allowed at this venue. Row DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St., Los Angeles. la.smorgasburg.com and www.facebook.com/SmorgasburgLA/
Community Labyrinth Walk: The contemplative walk is facilitated by Katie Bull, a certified Veriditas Labyrinth Facilitator, and by Dana Bain, a labyrinth aficionado and facilitator, 10 a.m. Aug. 1. Reservations required to [email protected]. Campbell Hall, 4533 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Studio City.
Glendale Police Department’s National Night Out: The event includes meet-and-greet officers, food, games and community resources information, 5-7:30 p.m. Aug. 1. Pacific Park and Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale. 818-937-7247 or email [email protected]. Details: tinyurl.com/24c6bmdv. Flyer: tinyurl.com/mh9zs5na
National Night Out – Mission Hills: Communities in the Los Angeles Police Department Mission Community Police Station host the event that includes meet-and-greet the senior lead police officers, public…
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