Here is a sampling of things to do in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area, May 25-June 1.
EVENTS
Memorial Day Flag Display and Program with Glendale Sunrise Rotary Club at Forest Lawn-Glendale: The club has set up a “Field of Honor” display of 1,000 American flags at the the entrance to Forest Lawn-Glendale (1712 S. Glendale Ave.), through May 29. A Memorial Day program, 11 a.m. May 29. More information about the display, purchasing of American flags ($50 sponsorship to honor someone who served in the United States armed forces; proceeds help local veterans) and Glendale Sunrise Rotary, www.glendalefieldofhonor.com/copy-of-about. Updates: www.facebook.com/GlendaleSunriseRotary/
Go Karting on Ice at LA Kings Valley Ice Center: Sessions, 5-11 p.m. May 26; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. May 27; 8 a.m.-10 p.m. May 28. Minimum age 14 and weigh less than 225 lbs. Tickets $55 for a one-hour session with 12-minutes of race time (make a reservation in advance for a session time). Location, 8750 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City. 818-893-1784. www.lakingsvalleyicecenter.com/go-karts-on-ice/
Junior Roller Derby Tournament: The Los Anarchists Junior Derby hosts the event with teams from Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo and Ventura, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 27. Assemblymember Laura Friedman will attend and blow the whistle for the 11 a.m. bout (Friedman’s office was key to securing the venue). Local teen band, the Spectacles, performs. Free admission. Seating limited; bring your own chair. Concessions and merchandise will be for sale. California National Guard Armory, 3800 Valhalla Drive, Burbank. 323-609-3320. www.losanarchists.com and www.facebook.com/losanarchists
Topanga Days Country Fair and Memorial Day Parade: Hours for the “Country Fair,” 10 a.m.-7 p.m. May 27-29. Musical headliners: Allah-Las; Young Dubliners; the Main Squeeze (check the website for more information). Admission to Topanga Days Country Fair: $50 ages 13 and older; $20 ages 6-12; three-day pass $135…
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