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Patch Picks For This Weekend
From NBA All Stars to Fire Dancers, this weekend will be a winner.
Every week Hollywood Patch offers up five interesting suggestions for readers to try out over the weekend. We want to hear your feedback, ideas and tips. Just use the comment box to have your say!
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Where/When: Monday- Friday 10- 11a.m., 1 and 2 p.m. 860 N. Gower St. at Melrose Avenue Los Angeles, CA
Why go: Consistently rated highly by the AAA Tourism site it might be worth checking out even for those of us who are not tourists. Small groups are led by knowledgeable tour guides. Walk in the footsteps of legends and get an intimate, sneak peek behind the scenes of your favorite movies and TV shows with a VIP tour on The Studios at Paramount lot. As the longest operating and only remaining major studio in Hollywood, you’ll see where some of the most celebrated motion pictures were made and leave feeling like a part of film history. For more information, 323-956-5000
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Price: $40 per person-reservations required
Where/When: Saturday Feb. 19 3 p.m. |11926 Goshen Ave. Los Angeles CA 90049
Why go: Want to learn how to cook Salmon Rillettes, Grilled Lamb Chops and a Chocolate Souffle? A three-hour class with a Le Cordon Bleu trained chef will get you up to speed. Cooking classes are a great way to learn and be with friends who share your culinary passion! Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot in the kitchen as soon as possible. These classes are designed to provide you with step-by-step recipe guides and hands-on instructions from Cookinghow.com’s very own Chef and Food Writer, Lilia Liu. For more information call 323.863.5532
Price: $75
Where/When: Hollywood Studio Bar & Grill 6122 W. Sunset Blvd. Hollywood 90028-6424 Saturday Feb. 19| 8 p.m. |
Why go: Don't miss this fun, sexy sixties band with tunes you can actually dance to. The lead singer captivates as she belts out original tunes like "I'm the one," and "Secret Pocket." The band has a go-go feel to it with a little garage band thrown in. "One of the most exciting acts of the moment; Disc of the month. Stunningly Feverish." - Rolling Stone. Hollywood Studio Bar & Grill is a warm and inviting restaurant with tables outside for smokers. For more information: (323) 466-9917
Price: $10 general admission
4. J. Cole & Wale- House Of Blues
Where/When: 8430 Sunset Blvd. Hollywood 90069 | Friday Feb. 18 8:00 p.m.
Why go: Cole is a rapper and co-star of the documentary No Days Off is now up for viewing. The film documents backstage and concert footage displaying a day in the life of a rap artist. He is best known as the first artist to sign with Jay-Z's Roc Nation. Sunset Strip’s House of Blues has become one of West Hollywood’s biggest hot spots for live and intimate music performances. For more informaion call (323) 848–5100
Price: $27.50 - Advance Gen Admin/Stand Only $31.00 - Day of Show Gen Adm
5. Kobe Bryant An All Star Weekend Event -
Where/When: Boulevard 3, 6523 Sunset Blvd. Hollywood | Saturday Feb 19 8:00 p.m.
Why go: This is the official after party for Kobe Bryant's hand and foot print ceremony. Bryant is the five-time NBA World Champion during the 2011 NBA All Star Weekend in Los Angeles, California. Come be part of history! THE AFTER PARTY VENUE BOULEVARD 3 is Hollywood's premiere Special Event and Nightlife destination nestled comfortably on the famous Sunset Boulevard in the Heart of Hollywood. Boulevard 3 is one of the most beautiful venues in all of Los Angeles! BOULEVARD 3 has played host to some of Hollywood's most elite of special events including film premieres, Magazine and product launch events, and Awards Show events including after parties for The Golden Globes, The Oscars, and The American Music Awards to name a few. For more information call: (323) 466-2144
Price: $150- $5,000 VIP Balcony Tables
