The Weekender

You'll need a sweater. And a weekend.

THURSDAY THREADS

Rodan vs Griffith Party

You've always thought that new clothes go better with free margaritas, tacos and a house band. While investigating the fall goods with drink in hand, you shall ponder the deep spiritual connection clearly shared between you, Rodan and Griffith.

411: Sept 20, 6-10pm, Rodan vs. Griffith, 8207 W. 3rd St (between Crescent Heights and Sweetzer), West Hollywood, 323-951-9220

SATURDAY YESTERYEAR

The Hotel Tonic

You weren't alive in the '40s, but you like to imagine they went something like this. Your ticket gets you an evening of period-specific vaudeville, artistry, scenery and (courtesy of the post-show open bar) a fair amount of revelry. Also, fire-dancers.

411: Sept 22, 7pm, $25, $50 VIP, The Barnsdall Theater and Art Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd (between Normandie and Vermont), Hollywood, 310-390-8635

SATURDAY SLO-MO

Uptown Underground

At this alfresco affair, KCRW's Jason Bentley provides the soundtrack to a gigantic video installation of famous dancers moving…very…slowly. Your moves will likely have a bit more gusto.

411: Sept 22, 10pm-midnight, Music Center Plaza, 135 N. Grand Ave (between 1st and Temple), Downtown

SUNDAY SEASIDE

Hyperreal Art Reception

As a patron of the arts, you know that the best works aren't always found propped up in a gallery. Which is why the occasional group multimedia show at a private residence sounds so appealing. Well, that and the rum by the beach.

411: Sept 22-23, 3-9pm, 18042 Coastline Dr (at the PCH), Malibu, RSVP at 310-923-0340

SUNDAY BIRTHDAY

Royal Claytons First Anniversary

Like a baby who's outgrown his onesies, the one-year-old restaurant and bar celebrates its birthday by shedding its faux-industrial environs to fully embrace a British pub vibe (once limited to the Sunday Soul Sessions) seven days a week. This means a larger beer menu, of course.

411: Royal Claytons, 1855 Industrial St (at Mateo), Downtown, 213-622-0512

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