Copyright 2009 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/top-stories en-us Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:16:05 -0800 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:16:05 -0800 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Worth-the-Drive-Sawdust-Winter-Fantasy-70639242.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:51:01 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/SawdustWinterFantasy.jpg
A handful of weekends, over 170 crafts people, you, looking, stocking up for the holidays.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Free-Rockin-Free-Sharkin-70646997.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:04:49 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/SharkEye_1607649.jpg
If you've been missing those discounted summer Sundays at Aquarium of the Pacific, there's a deal on now you'll like.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/To-Do-List-Thanksgiving-Shopping--70568977.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:52:08 -0800 ON YOUR LIST: Bread. WHERE TO BUY IT: Huckleberry in Santa Monica. WHY: Since opening about a year ago, Huckleberry has been host to long lines of eager eaters, in large part due to their bakery items. INFO: 310.451.2311 - Huckleberry is closed on Mondays. ]]> http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*80/huckleberry1.jpg
Best bread ever? Produce to die for? A meal is as good as its ingredients, and here are some must-have items for your Thanksgiving platter.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/So-Many-Sodas-70665962.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:43:42 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/RocketFizzBurbank.jpg
Rocket Fizz debuted in Burbank over the summer. It's now a favorite spot for finding those hard-to-find sweets and sodas.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Late-Night-for-New-Moon-Fans-70619502.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:34:32 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/pattinson+premiere-640.jpg
The Pattinson fleece blanket -- perfect for those long nights outside the theater.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=8563d80871ed544568397c482a0de4f5&p=4 8563d80871ed544568397c482a0de4f5 ]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:34:32 -0800 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/The-Grove-Glows-70625297.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:46:44 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/GroveChristmas_CarusoAffiliated.jpg
You'll want to arrive very early. Your reward: free entertainment, fireworks, the famous faux snow.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Christmas-Natalie-Cole-and-Capitol-Records-70632567.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:11:22 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/NatalieCole_93238425.jpg
You can see it from just about everywhere. Now the Capitol Records tree is officially all a-twinkle.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/Eat-This-Crawfish-Etouffee.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:27:26 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/HaroldandBellesCrawfishEtouffee.jpg
A landmark restaurant celebrates its 40th with a mayoral visit and festive parking lot party.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/blogs/want-this/WANT-THIS-Mmm-Bookmeat-70631367.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:39:45 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*92/come_to_bookmeat.jpg
Bookmeat has a meaty and marvelous name, and a meaty and marvelous mission.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/Umami-Little-Spoon-Twitter-Trucks-70574947.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:21:15 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/Umami+Burger+Little+Spoon.jpg
Umami Burger and Little Spoon desserts will join the proud ranks of the Twittering food trucks.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Making-a-Million-Happen-70583807.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:05:53 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/JacarandaSquirrel_50858074.jpg
Greening our city, one shovel, one hour, one person at a time.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Stow-Your-Dollars-Not-Your-Delight.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:10:18 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/GriffithNight_72370594.jpg
The clear, cool November nights make for prime skywatching. Free skywatching is even nicer.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Santa_Cecelia_Orchestra_Los_Angeles.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:21:19 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/1847791_SantaCeciliaOrchestra_640x480.jpg
Musicians from the Santa Cecelia Orchestra perform for school kids year-round to get them interested in the classics. Then they invite the students to come to the concerts for free and bring the family.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Weekend-Ray-LaMontagne-Grove-Tree-Lighting-70536777.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:55:19 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*89/RayLaMontagne_myspace.jpg
Plus: rare carpets at LACMA, "Naughty Marietta" in El Segundo, Miracle Mile Art Walk

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/shopping/10-Worst-Toys-of-the-Year-70537742.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:48:16 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/Musical+Instruments.JPG
A watchdog group releases its annual list of toys parents should worry about.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Snowflake-Spotted-in-Beverly-Hills-70521797.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:48:56 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/BevHillsFireworks_utopiaworldwide.jpg
Our toniest burg is putting on the ritz with fireworks, caroling, and a snowflake that calls to mind an important organization.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/Cake-on-a-Stick-Yes-Please-70420377.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:40:19 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/Lollibakes.jpg
Lollibakes have just made our short list of must-have treats.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=399b9cb3382e84c26bc495f4387180d2&p=4 399b9cb3382e84c26bc495f4387180d2 ]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:40:19 -0800 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Look-Up-in-the-Sky-Its--70475567.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:30 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/photo003corp_copyr_achim_me.jpg
Hate flying? Give floating a try in the airship Eureka.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Worth-the-Drive-Miramonte-Resort--Spa-70401022.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:58:19 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/MiramonteResortandSpa.jpg
It's a Mediterranean getaway that's just a few hours to our east.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Pirouettes-at-Pershing-70378687.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:49:42 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*94/DowntownonIce_website.jpg
Downtown on Ice is opening. And the mayor -- and the Grinch -- are stopping by.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Here-Come-the-Holiday-Spectaculars.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:02:37 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/AmericanaatBrand_CarusoAffiliated.jpg
OneRepublic is rocking the Americana at Brand's mondo Christmas kick-off.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/LA-Green-Drinks-Raises-a-Glass-Awareness.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:19:20 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/shutterstock_37521853.jpg
The group is raising a glass to community, the planet, and making socializing work for both.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Los_Angeles_Comedy_Festival_Los_Angeles.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:14:36 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/1831777_N5PPKGCOMEDYFESTIVAL_640x480.jpg
Stand-up, improv, sketch comedy, film and solo acts are all part of this comedy festival, where the funniest people in L.A. meet, and hope to be discovered.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/fashion/THREAD-Victorias-Secret-Angels-Take-Over-Times-Square-70368077.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:04:33 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/111809+Victorias+Secret+Times+Square+01.jpg
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is returning to New York and, in a media stunt to promote the event, thirty of the brand's models turned up in Times Square.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/shopping/Secret-Codes-are-Key-to-Hidden-Bargains-70303062.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:35:31 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*78/sale133.jpg
Money-saving codes make for a happy holiday shopping season *and* extra cash.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/California-Thanksgiving-Getaways-70036262.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:09:00 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/16759190.jpg
Give yourself a holiday that will really leave you saying "Thanks."

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/shopping/New_Affordable_Jimmy_Choo_Line__All__National_.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:29:31 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/jimmychoo111709_640x480.jpg
Check out the new Jimmy Choo for H&M collection, including their famous footwear and the debut of their new men's and women's wear.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Hammer-Becomes-Forks-70286547.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:37:02 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/HammerTwilight_93106587.jpg
One of our favorite courtyards in all of Southern California gets vampire'd out.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Celebrating-the-Raw-lidays-70303722.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:27:15 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/Beans_88520396.jpg
Healthy fare is the centerpiece of a seasonal celebration.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=17639085b4e03cedde365619d23c4fb9&p=4 17639085b4e03cedde365619d23c4fb9 ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:27:15 -0800 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/politics/NATL-Michelle-Obama-Style-Guide-53582762.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:43:01 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/111609+Michelle+Obama+Style+thumb.jpg
From J.Crew to Jason Wu, First Lady Michelle Obama's style choices are as chic as they are eclectic, and always keep America guessing.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Great-Urban-Race-Announces-LA-Date-70289167.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:11:57 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/GreatUrbanRace_fb.jpg
It's in March 2010. Register early and get a discount.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Unfriend-Undoes-Competition.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:49:25 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*78/facebook+110608.JPG
The Oxford American Dictionary has named its word of the year. We all knew it had to be something like this, right?

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/Drink-This-Kabocha-Shots-at-Nobu-70214132.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:33:11 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/NobuInteriorLA.jpg
Kabocha, rum, and a special holiday dessert-drink deal. Feeling twinkly inside...

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Bartenders-Ball.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:15:07 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/50CentHaircut.jpg
The bartenders of Farmers Market are putting down the pitchers and picking up the guitars for a night devoted to music.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/LA-Weekend-MOCAs-Glamorous-30th-Birthday-70205642.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:59:19 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/93062615.jpg
A-listers turned out on Saturday for the Museum of Contemporary Art's lavish 30th birthday celebration.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/Beaujolais-Away-LA-70202982.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:29:48 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/BeaujolaisNouveauCostume_72582337.jpg
The third Thursday in November is nearly here. And so are the parties spotlighting a famous seasonal sip...

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=3da0d5f4ab95fb59a44a163ec22f1103&p=4 3da0d5f4ab95fb59a44a163ec22f1103 ]]> Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:29:48 -0800 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/Twitterin-Trucks-Nab-National-News-Love.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:06:51 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/BorderGrillTrucknew.jpg
And we're rounding 'em up for your convenience.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/real-estate/Celebrity_Homes.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 04:07:23 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/joemontanashouse.jpg
From nondescript apartment buildings to spectacular mansions, check out these celebrity cribs including Joe Montana's estate going for... what else? $49 million.

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/MOCAs-Monday-Gift-70199062.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:32:31 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*84/MOCAPop_93070307.jpg
MOCA's new interactive site highlights 100 works from the 30th anniversary show. Carve out some time at lunch to click, click, click...

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/food-drink/MIchelin-Guide-Inspector-Secrets-Revealed-Rigous-Training-to-Eating-Alone-and-Lets-Just-Say-Its-Not-About-the-Money-70188737.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:31:38 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*96/200909michelin.jpg
Today the New Yorker drops its annual Food Issue, and included therein is Lunch with M., a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse at the life of a Michelin Guide restaurant "inspector"...

]]> http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/November-Culture-Calendar-30-Days-of-Fall-Fun-67358407.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:40:34 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/ray-lamontagne.jpg
12 days down. 18 to go. From the Berlin Philharmonic to KISS, there's a lot left to do this month.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=38d8cb8a832a7c3a8f099e2c68593af5&p=4 38d8cb8a832a7c3a8f099e2c68593af5 ]]> Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:40:34 -0800 http://www.nbclosangeles.com/around-town/events/Mary-Poppins-Alights-at-the-Ahmanson-69980042.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:54:03 -0800 http://media.nbclosangeles.com/images/120*90/MaryPoppinsAhmanson_JoanMarcus.jpg
The magic tape measure. The talking, parrot-headed umbrella. And chalk worlds come to life...

]]>