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Oliver Gettell
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Oliver Gettell is a writer and editor based in Los Angeles.
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    Best known for his book "Friday Night Lights," journalist and author Buzz Bissinger visits Vroman's to discuss and sign his new book, "Father's Day: A Journey into the Mind and Heart of My Extraordinary Son."
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    Essayist and cultural critic Mark Dery visits Skylight to discuss and sign copies of his new book, "I Must Not Think Bad Thoughts."
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    The Los Angeles Conservancy's Last Remaining Seats series, which presents classic films in historic theaters, kicks off with Peter Bogdanovich's "Paper Moon."
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    Street painters -- or madonnari, as they are known in Italy -- will cover the plaza of the Old Mission Santa Barbara with 150 vibrant, large-scale images.
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    The renowned genome researcher Dr. Nir Barzilai joins St. Barnabas Senior Services to discuss his groundbreaking research into longevity genes and therapies that could help people live longer, healthier lives.
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    The Library Foundation's Aloud series presents this first-ever evening of live storytelling featuring six local voices; the theme is Tales of Desperation.
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    The author and neuroscientist David Eagleman visits the Library Foundation's Aloud series to discuss and sign copies of his new book, "Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain."
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    The author Chad Harbach visits Vroman's to read from, discuss and sign copies of his new novel, "The Art of Fielding."
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    Every Tuesday, LACMA screens a classic Hollywood film in the Bing Theater.
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    The artist team Didier Hess (Jenna Didier and Oliver Hess) invites community members to participate in the creation of a public art sculpture at Vasquez Rocks Park.
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    Now in its 10th year, Cinespia's alfresco summer screening series returns to Hollywood forever.
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    Certified master food preserver Cindy Shipp teaches this hands-on class about making your own jams and jellies.
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    Esotouric, the local tour company dedicated to illuminating L.A. history, hosts this urban adventured inspired by the English architecture critic Reyner Banham.
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    This Crime Lab Workshop presented by the Los Angeles Visionaries Association and Esotouric explores the art and science of crime scene investigation through two case studies.
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    In celebration of Paramount Pictures' centennial, the Silent Society of Hollywood Heritage screens a daylong program of silent films.
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    La Luz de Jesus Gallery hosts this biennial mixed-media show featuring work by 24 artists and taxidermists. Participants include Beth Beverly, Lisa Black, Brian Poor, Adam Wallacavage, Mirmy Winn and others. Curated by Robert Marbury.
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    Author Laura Pulido and photographer Wendy Chang join the Autry's GoWest reading series to discuss their book A People's Guide to Los Angeles (co-written by Laura Barrclough).
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    The UCLA Game Lab and the Hammer Student Association present a night of innovative gaming. Curated by professor and Game Lab director Eddo Stern.
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    This 3-year-old weekend music and art festival features bands, comedians, theatrical performances, readings and screenings, as well as food and crafts from neighborhood vendors.
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    Posted Cinespia
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    Now in its 10th year, Cinespia's alfresco summer screening series returns to Hollywood forever.
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    Novelist Helen Knode will read from and discuss her new book, "Wildcat Play." She will be joined in conversation by her ex-husband and fellow crime novelist, James Ellroy.
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    This installment of Beth Ciuffini's seasonal cooking class will focus on spring produce and the technique of stir-frying.
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    The Japanese American Cultural & Community Center marks the centennial of Japan's gift of cherry trees to the United States by hosting an inaugural spring festival
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    Chef Govind Armstrong's local-leaning Baldwin Hills restaurant Post & Beam launches its own gardening club that will teach guests the basics of growing an edible garden.
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    This installment of chef Gianfranco Minuz's monthly "Morso della Bestia" dinners features a five-course menu highlighting the capon.
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    The 10th annual Grilled Cheese Invitational invites amateur sandwich artists and professional chefs alike to compete in front of the general public for toasty, cheesy glory.
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    Author and KCET columnist Susan Straight and photographer Douglas McCulloh will discuss their joint exhibition "More Dreamers of the Golden Dream," which pairs McCulloh's images with Straight's stories.
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    This enduring weekly club is dedicated to making friends, improving the community and sharing a meal.
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    This eclectic flea market springs up the second Saturday of every month, offering vintage clothing, collectibles, arts, crafts and more.
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    The largest festival of its kind in the country, the 17th annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is a book lover's paradise, offering two days of author events, storytelling, panel discussions, poetry readings and exhibitor booths.
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  • Entry
    Best known for his book "Friday Night Lights," journalist and author Buzz Bissinger visits Vroman's to discuss and sign his new book, "Father's Day: A Journey into the Mind and Heart of My Extraordinary Son."
  • Entry
    Essayist and cultural critic Mark Dery visits Skylight to discuss and sign copies of his new book, "I Must Not Think Bad Thoughts."
  • Entry
    The Los Angeles Conservancy's Last Remaining Seats series, which presents classic films in historic theaters, kicks off with Peter Bogdanovich's "Paper Moon."
  • Entry
    Street painters -- or madonnari, as they are known in Italy -- will cover the plaza of the Old Mission Santa Barbara with 150 vibrant, large-scale images.
  • Entry
    The renowned genome researcher Dr. Nir Barzilai joins St. Barnabas Senior Services to discuss his groundbreaking research into longevity genes and therapies that could help people live longer, healthier lives.
  • Entry
    The Library Foundation's Aloud series presents this first-ever evening of live storytelling featuring six local voices; the theme is Tales of Desperation.
  • Entry
    The author and neuroscientist David Eagleman visits the Library Foundation's Aloud series to discuss and sign copies of his new book, "Incognito: The Secret Lives of the Brain."
  • Entry
    The author Chad Harbach visits Vroman's to read from, discuss and sign copies of his new novel, "The Art of Fielding."
  • Entry
    Every Tuesday, LACMA screens a classic Hollywood film in the Bing Theater.
  • Entry
    The artist team Didier Hess (Jenna Didier and Oliver Hess) invites community members to participate in the creation of a public art sculpture at Vasquez Rocks Park.
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