¡Hola Boyle Heights! It’s Alex, back to share the latest happenings in our neighborhood.
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Happenings in the Heights
Thursday, July 3
- DIY Dumplings: Chef Jessica Wang is coming to Stevenson Library for a recipe guide on dumpling desserts. RSVP by calling (323) 268-4710. 4 p.m.
- Anime Circus: Head to Don Quixote for a jam-packed 18+ show featuring dance, acrobatics, drag, cyber jazz and more by the group Dead Moon Circus! Various anime pop-up vendors will also be there. Tickets start at $37. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Friday, July 4
- Psychobilly Show: The Paramount is hosting The Quakes with special guests The Reckless Ones and The Sindicates. $30 tickets. Doors for the 18+ show open 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 5
- Volunteer Action: Join North East Trees at Ascot Hills to learn about L.A.’s native plants and how to use them in recipes, and care for the park’s nursery. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Punk Rock Night: Drop by First Street Pool & Billiard for a high-energy performance by the band Knuckleheadz. $15 tickets. Doors for the 18+ show open 6 p.m.
Sunday, July 6
- Sacred Sunday: Eastside Cafe is hosting a healing yoga and sound bath session. RSVP by emailing Marutatu07@gmail.com. $10-20 donation for entry. 10 to 11 a.m.
- ICE Relief Fundraiser: Head to the coffee shop Picaresca for your favorite caffeinated beverage while supporting those affected by ICE raids in L.A. Screen printing by “Cops Are Robbers” from noon to closing with food by Kitchen Cowboy L.A. available 2 to 4 p.m.
- Resistance Art Workshop: AF3IRM L.A. and Self Help Graphics & Art are hosting a free stencil-making and screenprinting at Placita Olvera. Supplies provided. 2 p.m.
As always, please let us know what you think of this newsletter and send us your events to include in future editions. Hope you have an amazing weekend!
