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25 February 2011

NOW & LATER: Screening in Los Angeles

NOW & LATER  (99 minutes) written and directed by award-winning filmmaker and producer, Philippe Diaz (THE END OF POVERTY?; THE EMPIRE IN AFRICA; RUE DU DEPART; MAUVAIS SANG) will have its American premiere at NY’s QUAD Cinema on February 18, and at the Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Los Angeles on February 25.  NOW & LATER marks Diaz’s directorial debut in feature-length fiction as he explores the theme of liberation – political, social and sexual. This provocative mix of cerebral and sexy is part of a week-long retrospective curated by Cinema Libre Studio, titled UNRATED: A WEEK OF SEX IN CINEMA, a showcase which allows audiences to revisit popular and controversial films that push buttons and boundaries for their frank and explicit portrayals of sex.  (Program titles and descriptions detailed at bottom of release.)


NOW & LATER is the story of a brief encounter of two unlikely lovers: Bill (James Wortham) a former international banker, now a fugitive, and Angela (Shari Solanis), a beautiful, altruistic Latina who shelters him.

At the top of his game, trading debt of emerging countries, Bill was part of a team of bankers who arbitraged Argentinean bonds for quick profits. When Argentina’s elections didn’t go as planned, Bill’s bank dropped their strategy. But Bill, a “Master of the Universe”, went rogue and continued to trade the bank’s funds. Sentenced to eight years in prison, abandoned by his wife and friends, and nearly suicidal, Bill jumps bail with the help of his former driver, Luis, who helps devise his escape route to Central America. On the first leg of his journey Bill is taken to East Los Angeles where Luis’ friend, Angela, hides him in her squatter’s loft, a space she’s transformed into a kind of magical oasis – ironically, just blocks from his former office building.

Health care volunteer by day, waitress by night, Angela is an illegal immigrant and a full-time free spirit, whose political views were formed by her traumatic childhood in Nicaragua. Orphaned and on her own—her parents, educators by profession, were killed by the Contras—Angela’s learned to grab life’s fleeting moments and get as much pleasure from them as she can. But she is far from a hedonist. Comfortable in her own skin, she believes that physical pleasure and freedom are human rights.  

Though Angela sees Bill’s life as an example of everything she detests, she feels sympathy for him and offers to enlighten him about his deferred gratifications and the ripple effect of his life of excess. He accepts, as he has “nothing to loose”. Step by step Bill is stripped of his inhibitions and confronts his own self-loathing. He becomes addicted to Angela’s freedom and by the end of their encounter he is able ask for and reach a kind of intimacy he’s never had.

Director Philippe Diaz was raised in Europe, studied philosophy at the Sorbonne and was inspired by Wilhelm Reich’s work on sexuality and politics, specifically noting that societies where natural sexual impulses are repressed tend to exhibit more violent tendencies. Since moving to this country Diaz has been “shocked to see how everything about sex is banned or taboo yet violence, even extreme violence, is available for anyone to see at anytime…. How is it,” he asks, “that something so vital to life – sex – is bad. I wanted to make a film about a real, passionate relationship where sex is portrayed on screen as a natural part of life…like it should be.”  


NOW & LATER Directed by: Philippe Diaz
Introducing: Shari Solanis, James Wortham
Drama – 99 min.
Rating: Unrated

Plays Friday 2/25 through Thursday 3/3 with daily show times: 1:30, 3:50*, 7:00 and 9:55 (* retrospective films screen).   Q&A's on Fri. 2/25 and Sat. 2/26 with the director Philippe Diaz and cast members of NOW & LATER following the 7:00pm. Additional details can be found at http://www.nowandlaterthemovie.com/

NOW & LATER is part of UNRATED: A WEEK of SEX IN CINEMA, a showcase which allows audiences to revisit popular and controversial films that push buttons and boundaries for their frank and explicit portrayals of sex.  UNRATED: A WEEK of SEX IN CINEMA includes:  9 SONGS; ANTICHRIST; BETTY BLUE; THIS FILM IS NOT YET RATED; and SHORTBUS.  Show times are available at www.nowandlaterthemovie.com

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Laemmle's Sunset 5 Theatres
8000 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles 90046
(323) 848-3500 – www.laemmle.com


Go METRO: 
Lines 2, 217, 218, 302, 780.

17 February 2011

Activism in Los Angeles for March

Anti-war protest on Hollywood Boulevard.
Often times, events are created last-minute as news breaks throughout the world. This posting will be updated throughout the month, so keep checking back.  Links to updates will be posted via this blog's companion Twitter and/or Facebook, so be sure to follow.  If you have an event you would like considered for this posting, email me at los.angeles@live.com.
–RJN
Last updated Thu 10 Mar.




Friday 4 March 2011

ProtestProtest against Mayor of Arcadia and "Focus on the Family."  The mayor chose a representative from the anti-LGBT organization, Focus on the Family, as a keynote speaker at a community breakfast.  Come protest the use of public funds to help spread this hate group's message.

Arcadia Community Center
365 Campus Drive, Arcadia 91007
6:30AM - 8:30AM




Saturday 5 March 2011

Call-To-ActionStand with the Irvine 11.  Eleven students are facing prosecution be the Orange County District Attorney for exercising their right to protest during a speech by Israeli Ambassador to the US, Michael Oren.
IIOC Multi-Purpose Room
Islamic Institute of Orange County
1220 N State College Boulevard, Anaheim 92806
6:30 PM



Sunday 6 March 2011

Special EventRick Warren Interviews Tony Blair.  Controversial Evangelical Christian Preacher, Rick Warren, will interview War Criminal and former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, on the topics of religion, peace and globalization.  Tickets to this event are sold out, but the interview will be streamed live, online at http://www.SaddlebackCivilForum.com
Saddleback Church
1 Saddleback Pkwy, Lake Forest 92630
Doors open at 4PM, close at 5:30 PM, event at 6PM.



Monday 7 March 2011

Protest — Tony Blair Speaking Tour.  Join members of Code Pink and other like-minded anti-war activists in protesting British war criminal and former Prime Minister of England, Tony Blair.
Bank of America Performing Arts Center at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza
2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Thousand Oaks 91362
8PM


  
Tuesday 8 March 2011

Protest — Join AF³IRM, CODE PINK, the ANSWER Coalition and other activists in protesting against the imperialist war machine and oppressive policies of the government against women on International Women's Day.  Code Pink will met at 5 at the Wilshire/Bonsall bridge at 5PM for a rally and then march down the street to meet with AF³IRM in front of the Federal Building at Wilshire and Veteran.


Links:
Association of Filipinas, Feminists Fighting Against Imperialism, Refeudalization & Marginalization (AF³IRM)
CODE PINK
Act Now to Stop War and End Racism (ANSWER)

Westwood Federal Building
11000 Wilshire Blvd, Westwood 90024
5:30-8:30PM

Protest — Tony Blair Speaking Tour.  Join members of Code Pink and other like-minded anti-war activists in protesting British war criminal and former Prime Minister of England, Tony Blair.
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
1935 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Redondo Beach 90278
8PM  


Protest Stop Foreclosures.  Join Stop Foreclosures & Evictions - CA for a protest outside an open air foreclosure auction in Norwalk.
Amplified sound is not allowed because of it's proximity to the courthouse- so bring whistles, drums, bells, and any other type of noisemaker that you can dream up!
This demonstration is to demand that Governor Brown take action. Brown has the authority and the legal wherewithal to take charge of the crisis.
Los Angeles County Court
12720 Norwalk Blvd, Norwalk

12Noon - 1PM



Wednesday 9 March 2011

Public Forum Lethal Injustice: Standing Against The Death Penalty and Harsh Punishment.
A speaking tour to look at what's behind our massive prison build-up, why so many people of color are locked up and what we can do about it.
From death rows to super-maxes, over 2.3 million men and women sit behind bars today. "Lethal Injustice" speakers are organizing on the front-lines of the fight against criminal injustice, taking a stand against the racist, prison build-up and harsh sentencing.
This national speaking tour will be featuring panelists including, exonerated prisoners, family members, activists, lawyers and scholars.

Leavy Library Auditorium
University of Southern California
651 West 35th Street, Los Angeles 90089
7-9PM

Protest — Tony Blair Speaking Tour.  Join members of Code Pink and other like-minded anti-war activists in protesting British war criminal and former Prime Minister of England, Tony Blair.
Pasadena Civic Auditorium
300 East Green Street, Pasadena 91101
8PM




Friday 11 March

Public Forum — Join the Party for Socialism and Liberation this Friday, March 11, for a public forum in Los Angeles in celebration of the 100th International Women’s Day. We will have political discussion, snacks, drinks, and interactive presentations.
Women are at the forefront of the struggle against imperialism and war and have been for decades. Women have lead the Black liberation struggle, the struggle for LGBT equality, for immigrant rights, as well as struggles to achieve and build socialism around the world. Come and discuss with us the many contributions of women revolutionaries in the overall struggle for liberation and equality. We'll talk about:
  • A working-class perspective on fighting back against anti-women attacks.
  • How socialism lays the foundation for eradicating women’s oppression.
  • Women leaders in the movement for socialism: Cuba, Soviet Union, Vietnam, China, Palestine, U.S. and beyond ...
Also, hear educational talks on:
  • The origins of International Women's Day and what it means for workers around the world.
  • The leading role of women in anti-war, anti-imperialist struggles.
PLUS: Update on March 19, the International Day of Action to Resist the War Machine. Click here to endorse March 19.
For more info call 323-810-3380 or email la@pslweb.org.
PSL-Los Angeles Headquarters
137 N Virgil Avenue #203, Los Angeles 90004
7:30PM





Sunday 13 March 2011

CelebrationInternational Women's Day Celebration. Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of International Women’s Day. Speak-out Tribute to Female Rebels around the Globe. Honor women workers past and present from Los Angeles to Cairo who have stood for freedom, justice and equality. Radical Women’s commemoration will include toasts, poetry, an interactive art exhibit for all ages and an international buffet. The program begins at 2pm, followed by dinner at 4pm. A $3.00 door and $10.00 dinner donation are requested. For more information call 323-732-6416, email radicalwomenla@earthlink.net
Solidarity Hall
2170 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles 90018
2PM




Tuesday 15 March 2011

Protest — Collective Bargaining Is Just Plain Fair Rally.
Meet at northeast corner of Culver Drive and Alton Parkway, Irvine 92614
5:30PM




Thursday 17 March 2011

Protest - War Criminal Donald Rumsfeld is promoting his book, "Known and Unknown: A Memoir".
Criminals should not profit from their crimes.

Join Code Pink and other activists in protesting in LA on the 16th of March.

See the CODEPINK War Criminals Calendar: http://codepinkalert.org/article.php?id=5145

See details of the Rumsfeld talk and signing: http://donaldrumsfeld.eventbrite.com/

March 16, 2011, 11:30am, Wednesday Morning Club Welcomes Donald Rumsfeld with David Horowitz,
11:30 am Reception
12:15 pm Luncheon
1:45 pm Book Signing


Four Seasons
300 S. Doheny Drive, Los Angeles 90291
11:30AM

Call To ActionCan't Slice It Any Thinner–California Budget Cuts: What They Are And How To Fight Them. Bring your ideas on what to do next in the ongoing battle to retain quality public schools and social services. With Governor Brown’s state budget calling for cuts in services and layoffs; dumping additional expenses on already hard pressed city and county budgets; and more regressive taxes; a militant community-labor response is needed. Working people can’t take another round of shredding the safety net, losing jobs, or paying more out of pocket taxes. The economic crisis is not going away, and the politicians propose either more cuts or more regressive taxes. Unbelievable! It’s time to make the bosses pay for the crisis they created. 

Admission is free. Snacks and beverages are available for a small donation. Childcare and translation will be provided on site. 

For more info contact: Omar Hussein (English) at 818-613-0146 or omarhussein@gmail.com or Yuisa Gimeno (Spanish) at 323-369-6343 or radicalwomenla@earthlink.net. 
AFSCME Council 36 
514 Shatto Place, 3rd Floor, Los Angeles 90020
6:30PM




Saturday 19 March 2011

Protest — March and Rally to Stop the Wars.  March 18th is the eighth anniversary of the invasion and occupation of Iraq. Join thousands of other Angelenos in demanding an end to imperialist America's world-wide aggressions including war, occupation and the funding of tyrants and terrorist states.
Meet at
Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street
12 noon.

Presentation —  "Separation of Church & State: The Most Important War and Peace Issue of the 21st Century."  The Orange County chapter Of Americans United for Separation of Church and State March meeting features Judge Jim Gray. He will be speaking on: "Separation of Church & State: The Most Important War and Peace Issue of the 21st Century." He has noted that some consider this a controversial topic because they see it as an attack on religion. In response he says: “I simply do not agree with that assessment. I view this separation as being one of the most important war-and-peace issues of the 21st century. Of course there will be some exceptions, but in general governments that maintain the separation of church and state will be far less likely to be involved in war than those that do not. For example, we all should be concerned today about the governments of Pakistan, Iran, Afghanistan and others where religion plays a large part in the affairs of government.” Given the events of recent weeks this will be very timely.

Doors open at 1:30 for snacks and socializing and seating will be on a first-come, first-seated basis.

Judge Gray received his law degree from USC in 1971 prior to which he served in the Peace Corps in Costa Rica. Judge Gray was elevated to the Orange County Superior Court in July 1989. In 1995 he received the “Judge of the Year” award from the Orange County Constitutional Rights Foundation. He is a prolific author and his most recent book is “A Voter’s Handbook: Effective Solutions to America’s Problems” and will be available for sale at the meeting. Judge Gray also writes a weekly column for the Daily Pilot on issues of our day called “It’s A Gray Area.”
Irvine Ranch Water District
15600 Sand Canyon, Irvine 92618
2-4PM



Saturday 26 March 2011

March/RallyTeamsters "Our Communities, Our Jobs" Rally.
March from J.W. Marriot Hotel to Pershing Square in downtown Los Angeles.  Rally at Pershing Square.
Begin gathering at
J.W. Marriot
900 W Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles 90015
10-11AM
March to Pershing Square
11AM
Rally at Pershing Square
12:30PM







Weekly Recurring Events

Protest — NO!!! You Can't Have Our Kids.  Join a weekly demonstration with Military Families Speak Ou at military recruitment center across the street from Downey High School. 
Downey Recruitment Center
8566 Firestone Boulevard, Downey 90241

Wednesdays 2:15-5:30PM

Vigil — Cost Of War Peace Vigil.  For info contact Chris diggory1@aol.com
Meet at corner of
First Street and Gaffey Street, San Pedro 90731
Fridays 5-7PM

Vigil —Vigil for Peace.  Join the Topanga Peace Alliance in keeping a vigil for peace.  Post event mixer and refreshments at Abuelitas.
Pine Tree Center
120 S Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Topanga Canyon 90290
Fridays 4-5:15PM



Other events

Cultural EventI Heart Hamas: And Other Things I'm Afraid To Tell You, 
a
 critically‐acclaimed
 raw
 look
 at
 life 
as
 a
 30‐something
 Palestinian‐American
 woman,
 will

make 
its 
Los
 Angeles
 premiere 
on
 February
 11th, 
2011.
  Presented
 by
 Theatre
 Asylum,
 writer
 and
 star
 Jennifer
 Jajeh
 will
 bring
 her
 personal
 story
 to 
a
 Los
 Angeles
 audience for
 a 
4‐week 
run.

Jennifer Jajeh

With
 the
 current
 on going
 conflicts
 in 
the 
Middle
 East,
 the
 threat
 of
 global
 terrorism and 
the

never‐ending 
negotiations
 and 
hostilities 
between
 Israelis
 and
 Palestinians,
 it’s
 hard
 not
 to
 feel

overwhelmed
 by
 all
 of 
the
 bad 
international
 news.

  That’s
 exactly
 how
 Jennifer
 Jajeh 
feels.
  And

to 
make
 matters
 worse,
 Jennifer 
is 
Palestinian.
   Well,
 Palestinian-
American.
  Or
 more 
precisely:
 a
 single,
 Catholic, 
first
 generation,
 Palestinian-American
 woman
 who
 chooses
 to
 return
 to
 her
 parents’
 hometown 
of 
Ramallah 
at 
the
 start
 of
 the 
Second
 Intifada.
 
In
 her 
tragicomic
 solo
 theatre
s how,
 I
 Heart
 Hamas:
 And 
Other
 Things
 I’m 
Afraid
 to
 Tell
 You,

Jennifer
 tries 
to
 figure
 it
 out
 for
 herself.

  Join
 her
 on
 American
 and
 Palestinian soil
 on
 auditions,
bad
 dates, 
and
 across 
military 
check points 
as 
she
 navigates 
the
 thorny
 terrain
 around
 Palestinian
 identity.  
Weaving 
together
 humor,
 pop
  culture
references
 and
 live 
theatre,
 Jajeh

explores 
how 
she 
becomes
 Palestinian‐ized,
 then
 politicized
 and
 eventually 
radicalized
 in 
a

fresh,
 often
 funny,
 searingly 
honest 
way.
Theatre Asylum
6320 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles 90038
Fri 11 Feb - Sat 5 Mar

Cultural Event — Afghan Civilian Memorial Mural Exhibit  A provocative art exhibit on the human cost of war, "Windows and Mirrors" is a traveling exhibit that provides an opportunity to see depictions of the war in Afghanistan through the eyes of artists and children.
The Social and Public Art Resource Center
685 Venice Blvd, Venice 90291
Sat 19 Feb - Sun 13 Mar

Cultural Event —  LA MARCHA – 10 YEARS LATER CREATING MEMORY IS OUR WEAPON. 213* & Mochilla are pleased to announce "La Marcha" photo exhibition.
This show is the second in a three part series being curated by Azul 213 held at Urban Sanctuary Gallery in Boyle Heights.

The Zapatistas March on Mexico City

On Feb. 25 2001, the leaders of the insurgent Indian people of Chiapas launched a two-week mass march on Mexico City to remobilize and extend mass support for the demands of those sections of the Mexican population who have suffered most from the world capitalist offensive-the indigenous peoples.

Twenty three commandantes and one sub-commandante left the autonomous mountains of South East Mexico to travel to the Federal District of Mexico City with three demands: 1. To seek approval of the Indigenous Bill of Rights. 2. To seek the withdrawal of seven military bases from indigenous land and 3. To seek the release of all remaining EZLN prisoners.

On the eleventh of March they walked onto a platform in the Zocalo (Mexico City’s picturesque town square) to see one million Mexicans cheer them and offer support and solidarity. Having secured the support of the National Indigenous Council, the Zapatistas took the city with delegates from forty four of Mexico’s fifty seven indigenous nations.

Urban Sanctuary
202 East First Street, Boyle Heights 90033
Opening reception, Fri 11 March 7PM - 12 Midnight
Exhibition runs through Thu 3 April



Call to Action — Justice for Jeremy Marks.  Support high school student Jeremy Marks,18 of Los Angeles, against felony "attempted LYNCHING" of a police officer. Jeremy witnessed and videotaped an incident involving a Los Angeles Unified School District Police officer and a 15-year-old African American student near Verdugo Hills High School. The police officer beat the student; pepper sprayed him and brutally smashed his head through a bus window.  Jeremy Marks faces up to seven years in prison and has already spent nine months in jail while his family raised the $155,000 bail amount.

Sign the petition for his release here: http://bit.ly/eC9FvY

Join the Facebook group for updates on his situation here: http://on.fb.me/ezzma0

Donate to Jeremy Marks' Defense Fund here: http://bit.ly/fmSycQ

Links

04 February 2011

Devil's Night: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind


Watch ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND at LA's only drive-in!





Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind
February 12th, 2011
Gates at 6:00PM, Show at 7:30PM
        Buy Tickets here



The drive-in movie experience comes back to Los Angeles!

Every second Saturday of the month (twice monthly in the summer) a downtown Los Angeles parking garage becomes the city's only drive-in movie theater.

FM transmitters beam sound into your car's speakers.  Flash your lights for car-hops to bring popcorn and food (bring your own drinks).


DJ Morgan spins before the show.  Gates open at 6pm, show starts at 7:30.  Arrive early for best spot.  Fees are $10 per person.

Speakers and Astroturf are up front for bike-ins and walk-ins!


For more information and to purchase tickets visit, http://devilsnight.com/drivein.htm


Future screenings:


The Dark Crystal (kids 12 and under only $5)
March 12th 2011
Gates @ 5:30PM Show @ 7PM
   
Trainspotting
April 9th 2011
Gates @ 6:30 Show @ 8PM

Grease 2
May 14th 2011
Gates @ 7:00 Show @ 8:30

Go Metro:
Lines 2, 4, 16, 18, 30, 40, 42, 45, 53, 55, 62, 302, 316, 355, 720, 730, 740,  753
RED Line / PURPLE Line: Pershing Square Station



Devil's Night is at the parking garage at:
240 W 4th Street
Los Angeles 90013




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01 February 2011

Where To Watch The Super Bowl In Los Angeles

 

Nick + Stef's Steakhouse An "endless tailgate party" with a buffet featuring sliders, oven-fired pizza, chili and hot-wings among the options.  $39 for the menu and party, with $5 well-cocktails and $15 pitchers of beer.  Nick + Stef's Steakhouse 330 Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90071

Pig N' Whistle.
Pig N' Whistle The Pig N' Whistle is offering the standard menu and regular drink prices Sunday with the game showing throughout the bar and restaurant area, and opens at 11 a.m. Pig N' Whistle 6714 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.

Improv Comedy Club For a full day of stand up, food and drink specials, check out The Improv's "Big Game Bash" and watch the game on a giant projection screen or on one of five large flat screen TVs. There is no cover and open to ages 21 and older. Seating is first come, first serve. Doors open Sunday at 1 p.m. 8162 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90048.

Blue Palms Brewhouse.
Blue Palms Brewhouse will have Pittburgh’s Iron City Brewing Company beer in bottles and cans as well as on top. They will also be serving their version of the traditional Primanti Bros. Sandwich. Doors open at 11 AM. Blue Palms Brewhouse 6124 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028

FiveOFour Hollywood New Orleans This venue is creating a Mardi Gras-themed party for the day. Families are welcome. The party will feature drink specials, including $5 Bloody Marys, $3 pints, including microbrews and shot giveaways at halftime. There will be a drawing for a 50/50 Giveaway—50 percent off your bill, up to $50. Both the full menu and the happy hour menu will be available all day. No cover. The game will be showing on seven TV screens. First come, first serve. Opens at 11 a.m. 6541 Hollywood Blvd, #102, Hollywood, CA 90028.

Spot 5750- Hollywood Billards This venue's "Super Bowl Bash" will feature three bars on two levels of the building. The game will be shown on 60 large flat screen TVs and two large projectors. Pre-game specials on drinks will be offered. Upstairs is for ages 21 and over, and downstairs is open to all ages. Reservations are being accepted for cabanas and large sectionals that fit 20-25 people. A" Sexy Referee" contest will be held after the game, with a $1,000 cash prize. For more information, call  323-465-0115.  Open Sunday at 11 a.m., 5750 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.


Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood. Watch the big game on a giant screen and over 30 TV screens, plus free popcorn, games and prizes.  “Best Seat in the House” special packages available with a Special Game Day Menu, plus you are able to to choose the seat for the entire game. All ages welcome. Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood 6801 Hollywood Blvd #105, Hollywood, CA 90028

Hooters Restaurant is home to the Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Club, and fans will be seated upstairs. People can also come in this week to reserve seats. There is a $10 minimum per person. Specials include Bud Light for $3.25 a pint. There will be a drawing for a 52-inch flat screen TV. The game will be shown on 10 TVs downstairs, four upstairs and one giant projector. All ages are welcome and reservations are encouraged. Open Sunday at 11 a.m. 6922 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.


Maui & Sons is a brand new restaurant/bar next to the Egyptian Theatre,  offering a Beach BBQ theme for Super Bowl Sunday. There will be an assortment of Hawaiian style burgers and full bar with a large variety of beers. Half time entertainment will feature fire dancers. Open Sunday at 11 a.m.  Maui & Sons 6708 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.

Capitol City Sports Bar Super Bowl Sunday is one of Capitol City's biggest days of the year. No cover but there is a $60 per person minimum. The game will be shown on 60 TVs and one giant projector. The clientele is expected to be both Green Bay and Pittsburgh fans. The bar features 30 beers on draft and a full bar menu. Dishes such as pizza and tuna on crispy rice are top sellers. Families are welcome. Open Sunday at 11 a.m. 1615 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.

Big Wangs is encouraging reservations (323-469-2449) for its Super Bowl party and has a $20 per person minimum. It is offering a chicken wing pre-order. The "Tailgate Special" is $100 and includes 50 pre-ordered wings, full rack of ribs, chips and salsa and two pitchers of Bud Light beer. There will be standing room available at the rails. The game will be shown on 26 televisions and one giant projector in the bar. There are two 60-inch TVs in the dining room. Opens Sunday at 11 a.m. 1562 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.

Go Burger The new restaurant will be showing the game on Sunday, with spiked milkshakes and a burger with grilled cheese sandwiches as buns. Go Burger 6290 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028

Happy Ending Come early, as the venue is expected to fill up fast. Drink specials are being offered all day. $12 Bud Light pitchers, $5 well drinks, $1 off all pints, $15 for a pitcher of Bud Light and a 12" pizza. The game will be shown on 46 TVs upstairs and a large projection screen downstairs. No cover. First come, first serve. Ages 21 and older are welcome. Open Sunday 11 a.m. 7038 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.
The Abbey in WeHo.

The Abbey will host its annual viewing party, which you don't want to miss.  The BIG GAME will be broadcast throughout the Abbey.  There will be all the goodies you expect: hot boys, vodka snow cones, cotton candy machines, a vodka luge, popcorn, gourmet style barbeque and a special appearance by the West Hollywood Cheerleaders.  Music by DJ Dawna Montell 2-9pm.  During this special event only, the Abbey will have $5 draft beer specials and beer pong pitchers for $20.  For bottle service call (310) 289-8410.  **This is an LGBT-friendly event** The Abbey 692 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069

GYM Watch the Big Game at WeHo's newest sports bar.  $3 beer blast from noon to 8pm.  **This is an LGBT-friendly venue**  GYM 8737 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069.

Hamburger Hamlet The Hamlet will offer half-priced burgers and $2 draft beers during the game. There are multiple TV screens located throughout the restaurant and bar area. Hamburger Hamlet 9201 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Rainbow Bar & Grill The Rainbow will open at 2 p.m. on Sunday to show the game. A free buffet will be served at halftime.  Rainbow Bar & Grill 9015 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Key Club KROQ will host its official Big Game Party at the Key Club. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with a performance by the Dirty Heads after the game. Entrance is free but is first come, first served. Ages 21 and older only.  Key Club 9039 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069

BLT Steak Showing the game along with their popovers and steak.  BLT Steak 8720 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Cabo Cantina Cabo will show the game on its new audio visual system that includes large HDTV screens on each wall. Staffers suggest you come early in order to ensure seating. There will also be bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for only $9.95 until 3 p.m. You can also enjoy a two-for-one priced happy hour from 4-8 p.m. and again from 10:30 p.m. to close. Cabo will also be offering 99 cent Coronitas.  Cabo Cantina 8301 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90069

Skybar Enjoy the views of Los Angeles, cocktails and poolside lounging while watching the big game. Viewing party kicks off at 3 p.m. RSVP at skybarLA@morganshotegroup.com.  Skybar 8440 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Whisper Lounge Beginning at 2:00 P.M., a game day bash will offer a special menu, microbrews, and margaritas, along with complimentary snacks. Expect multiple big screens, games, give-aways, and DJs before and after the game. Make Reservations: 323-931-0202.  Whisper Lounge 189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Culina The Four Seasons Italian is offering the game on a scattering of big screens and serving spaghetti alla chitarra and other selections from its menu for food lovers who want an Italian feast instead of an overdose of tortilla chips. Culina 300 S. Doheny Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90211

SimonLA  Flat-screen HDTVs and junk food platters, Cajun chicken skewers, and mini burgers, along with its full menu. Price: $30 a head, $45 for couples. Tickets: 310-358-3979.  SimonLA 8555 Beverly Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90048

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Rush Street
As expected, this Culver City rager is throwing a massive party, with activities on two-floors featuring a collection of fourteen television sets. Should get rowdy in here with a special Super Bowl menu, drink specials, and a raffle from Jaegermeister at the game's end. Reservations at 310-837-9546.  Rush Street 9546 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232


The Tattle Tale Room is known as the official Packers bar in Culver City, the local favorite will be decked out for the big event. Expect a festive party, serious fans and drink specials. A word to wise Steeler fans: You may want to celebrate elsewhere. Tattle Tale Room 5401 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230

Danny's It’s finally here sports fans – Super Bowl Sunday 2011!  Come watch the game on our 60 inch HDTVs at Danny’s with your friends and neighbors and enjoy our Happy Hour and Football specials as well.   Danny himself is from Pittsburgh so this Super Bowl will be a special one, especially if the Steelers win! Even if you aren’t a football fan, you at least have to come in to watch the commercials.  Doors open at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sundays. Happy hour and drink specials from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.  Danny's 23 Windward Ave., Venice, CA 90291

Canal Club SUPER BOWL SUNDAY ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR.   Canal Club opens early at 3PM for Super Bowl Sunday! Watch the game on our big screen TV with your friends and neighbors and enjoy our all day Happy Hour as well.   This is always a BIG EVENT at Canal Club so get there early and get your seats! Happy hour and drink specials daily. Sun- Wed. 5:00 -10:00 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 5-7 p.m.  Canal Club 2025 Pacific Ave., Venice, CA 90291

Sidewalk Cafe on Venice Boardwalk.
The Sidewalk Cafe Ten TV’s including three big screens. The Sidewalk Café. We open at 8am everyday. Happy hour is 4-7 Bar Only Well Cocktails 3$ Sidewalk House Margaritas 4$ Muscle Beach Corralejo Margaritas 6$ Bud and Bud Lite Pints $2.50 Bud and Bud Lite Pitchers 8$ Chili Cheese Nachos 4$ Pulled Pork Hawaiian Sliders 3$ Ground beef soft tacos. $1.50  Onion rings 4$ Chili fries 4$ Mozzarella sticks. 4$ Nachos 5$ Spicy Hot wings 5$ Teriyaki wings 5$. The Sidewalk Cafe 1401 OCEAN FRONT WALK. VENICE, CA 90291

Upper West This Santa Monica restaurant has a masculine feel and a strong selection of dishes. This Sunday, they'll be serving a special Super Bowl menu and four-dollar cocktails while showing the game on a twelve-foot HD screen.  Make reservations: 310-586-1111.  Upper West 3321 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404

Pourtal in Santa Monica.
Pourtal Wine Tasting Bar in Santa Monica is offering $5 wine and beer during the game. 2 PM until the winning play. 104 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Basement Tavern TV sets will line the restaurant's patio, while free hot dogs, burgers, baked bean, coleslaw, and potato salad are served on the front deck. Indoor seating with big screens will be available as well.  $5 whiskey shots all night. $1,500 for the private fishbowl room with open bar and food, private TV, sound, and your own bouncer.  Basement Tavern 2640 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Gladstone's Malibu.
Gladstones Malibu invites Angelenos to drive down the scenic PCH and experience the “Best Place to Watch Football in LA.” Groups both large and small can enjoy pre-game tailgate specials before a viewing party that promises fun-in-the-sun, signature Gladstones food and drinks, and of course, lots of football. The tailgate party from Noon to 3:00 p.m. will feature $5 shot specials and $10 pitchers of Miller Lite. $6 Dragon Berry Mojitos will be served from noon until the end of the game.  Customers can also score a great deal with their choice of either a classic Gladstone’s burger or pulled pork sandwich and a beer for $15. At kick-off, 3:25 p.m. PST, guests can choose to watch the Big Game on full-screen TVs in the main dining room and bar or listen to the play-by-play while sitting on under a Gladstones “Jumbrella” on the front patio. Game-free dining will be available in the restaurant’s back rooms.  Gladstone's 17300 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, CA 90265

Malibu Café This beach-town restaurant will turn its patio into an "outdoor living room" which includes a fifteen-foot screen. Different TVs will be spread throughout the restaurant to show the game in case you seek solitude and guests can even get private cabanas or day-beds to perch on while eating Boston fried clams, Kobe meatballs, and a BBQ pulled pork sandwich. It could get wild as the day is starting with a Sunday brunch and endless mimosas leading to the kickoff. A plush setting for a rough event.
Reservations required.  Malibu Cafe 327 Latigo Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA 90265

Sangria plans to have a live DJ get the party started before the game, along with a pre-game flip cup tournament. As the game will be shown on the venue's new plasma TVs, the bar will offer $2 mimosas, $3 bellinis, $3 bloody marys, and half off select pitchers of beer. The DJ will stick around for more fun after the game. Sangria 68 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Silvio's plans to host a "laid back" Super Bowl party with all-day drink specials. Menu items will remain the same and include the restaurant's specialties: BBQ chicken, calabreza, mesquite grilled vegetables and more. Also for this event, attendees are encouraged to make table reservations. Silvio's 20 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Sharkeez, Hermosa Beach.

Baja Sharkeez is organizing its annual Super Bowl party, and will raffle off a snowboard, riding cooler, flat screen TV, and other prizes during the game. The venue is also selling $20 tickets for a three-hour open bar, and plans to offer drink and food specials throughout the day.  Baja Sharkeez 52 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Saint Rocke is throwing a Super Bowl party starting at 1 p.m. There will be all-day drink specials, beer bingo, a BBQ menu, and post-game trivia. The venue is accepting table reservations now.  Saint Rocke 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Shellback Tavern The “world famous” ShellBack has a host of specials planned for Super Bowl Sunday. On the beverage front, the seaside watering hole is offering $10 buckets of Coors and Bud Light bottles. And no Super Bowl viewing party is complete without heaps of food which Shellback has covered with fish and shrimp tacos for $2.75 and ½ price buffalo wings. Prizes and giveaways will be dished out all game long.  Shellback Tavern 116 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Shark's Cove - Voted the # 1 Sports Bar in the South Bay, Sharks Cove is offering table reservations for $25 dollars for Super Bowl Sunday. The restaurant will feature their regular happy hour specials of $4 draft beers, $4 wines, and $4 well drinks from 3 to 7 p.m. Shark's Cove 309 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Baja Sharkeez In honor of the big game, the MB Sharkeez will be giving away multiple prizes to lucky winners, including an Xbox, a 32-inch LCD TV, iPad and more. The North Manhattan Beach hangout is also offering Texas Drink Tickets. The $20 dollar ticket gives you open bar privileges from 1:45 p.m. through the first quarter of the game. Table reservations may still be available. Baja Sharkeez 3801 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

EL Bar El Bar is offering happy hour prices all day, with half-time specials and pre-game food. $10 football pool squares will be available. Open Sunday at 2 p.m. 3256 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90068.

The Draft Bar and Grill on Riverside is holding a stupendous tailgate party in its parking lot. Staff will be rigging up outdoor TV and barbequeing meaty goodness right by the trunk of your car.  It'll feel like you're outside Cowboys Stadium, waiting for the big XLV to start. The Draft Bar and Grill 12430 Riverside Drive
CA 91607


 Big Wang's is anticipating a rush, so reservations are required (call 818-985-2449). If you're lucky enough to bag a table, reward yourself with a helping of Heart Attack fries (warning: there's bacon involved) with your grinder.  Big Wang's 5300 Lankershim Blvd Ste 130. North Hollywood, CA 91601

Sidebar will open at 1 PM for game and will have complimentary grub for all! $4 draft beers all game long, plus complimentary Super Bowl Squares Pool, no “buy in” and winner gets a gift certificate to sidebar — $25 certificate for halftime and $50 for final score. Sidebar 1114 North Pacific Avenue, Glendale, CA 91202

Tony Dart’s Away will have great food specials like Chili Cheese Fries (vegan and not) and Fried Pickles while they air the big game. Tony Dart’s Away 1710 West Magnolia Boulevard, Burbank, CA 91506

The Bottle Room will be offering Happy Hour all day long. There will also be football friendly food specials like Pub-Style Pretzels with Beer Cheese and Street Tacos. Plasma TVs will be showing the game. 12 PM – 8 PM (or until the game ends) at The Bottle Room 6741 Greenleaf Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601