Friday, June 20, 2008

LEWIS BLACK:                                    ME OF LITTLE FAITH

In his new book, “Me of Little Faith,” comedian (The Daily Show) and social critic Lewis Black takes a stab at the inconsistencies and peculiarities of religion. Through hilarious experiences with gurus, psychics, rabbis and Mormons, Black reflects on what we believe and why. Join Black for a presentation and signing of “Me of Little Faith” and get a full jolt of his bitingly funny take on life.

“Lewis Black is the only person I know who can actually yell in print form.” —Jon Stewart

“Lewis Black—the most engagingly pissed-off comedian ever.” —Stephen King

WHEN: 7:30pm
ADMISSION: Show Vroman’s receipt for purchase of “Me of Little Faith” to get a line ticket
ADDRESS: 695 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101
PHONE: (626) 449-5320
WEBSITE: www.vromansbookstore.com

Friday, June 20, 2008

SEUN KUTI & EGYPT 80

Since he was nine years old, Seun Kuti, son of Nigerian music icon Fela Kuti, has been learning the powerful driving rhythms of Afrobeat. In their US debut, vocalist/saxophonist Seun Kuti and the legendary Egypt 80 ensemble bring their solid brass section, native African harmonies and explosive combination of jazz, funk and Yoruba to the Grand Performances stage.


WHEN: 8pm
ADMISSION: Free
WHERE: California Plaza
ADDRESS: 351 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
WEBSITE: www.grandperformances.org

Friday, June 20, 2008

TASCHEN WAREHOUSE SALE: BEVERLY HILLS

From June 20 thru June 22 the TASCHEN bookstore in Beverly Hills is having its annual warehouse sale. Thousands of slightly damaged and display copies will be on sale for 50-75% off.





WHEN: 10:00am-7:00pm Fri & Sat, 12:00pm-5:00pm Sun
ADMISSION: Free
WHERE: TASCHEN
ADDRESS: 354 N Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
PHONE: (310) 274-4300
WEBSITE: www.taschen.com