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What's Happening in Sherman Oaks This Weekend
On this Valentine's Day weekend, local offerings include music, drama, art and romantic dining.
Here’s what’s going on in Sherman Oaks on this love-filled weekend! Whether it’s the love of friends, family, or a special someone, get out there and experience all that Sherman Oaks has to offer! From live music, comedy, art exhibitions and romantic dinners, Sherman Oaks has a multitude of events every weekend that will catch your eye.
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Friday:
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- Supporting local produce is all the new rage right now countrywide, and if you are interested in local produce and perhaps want to try some local California beers, start your weekend with a pint at The Local Peasant (where Cozy’s used to be).
Where: The Local Peasant, 14058 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91432
Date: Friday, February 11, 2011
Time: 4:00pm – 2:00am
Website: no website as of yet
Phone Number: (818) 501-0234
- In the mood to be tucked cozily into the Mulholland hills instead of surrounded by the hustle and bustle of Ventura Boulevard? Head up the hill to see Tony Galla, who will be performing at Vibrato this evening.
Tony Galla at Vibrato
Where: Vibrato, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, CA 90077
Date: Friday
Time: 9 pm
Website: www.vibratogrilljazz.com
- No weekend would be complete without checking out Café Cordiale and it’s great live music scene.
Masta & The Edge Of Soul (R&B)
Where: Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Boulevard Sherman Oaks 91423
- Fab’s Corner Cucina is always a Sherman Oaks hotspot on the weekends, featuring live Jazz on Friday evenings.
Friday Night Jazz
Where: Fab’s Corner Cucina, 4336 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, 91403
Time: 8:00pm–10:00pm
Date: Friday
Website: www.fabscornercucina.com
- If you feel like starting the weekend out with a romantic and cozy dinner, the Valley Inn Restaurant & Bar offers a great early “Love Bird” menu! The Valley Inn will feature a lovely ‘prix fixe menu’ which features a glass of champagne, an appetizer, one entrée, and one delicious desert for the low price of $34. This “Love Bird” menu is available all weekend, and also on Monday (Valentine’s Day), but you will need reservations on the actual holiday.
Where: Valley Inn Restaurant & Bar, 4557 Sherman Oaks Ave.
Date: Friday
Time: 5:00 – 5:45pm
Website: www.valleyinndining.com
Phone Number: 818 784 1163
*Please be sure to check the times for the availability of this Love Bird menu!
Saturday:
- Check out Fumiko Amano’s exhibit at Left Coast Galleries because the exhibit will end February 15th!
Recent Paintings by Fumiko Amano
Where: Left Coast Galleries, 12324 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
Date: Saturday
Time: 11am to 5pm
Website: www.leftcoastgalleries.com
- M Street Coffee has an exciting new art opening on Saturday if you feel like grabbing a cup of coffee and checking out some great new art by local artist Carmen Perez. The exhibit is entitled Valentine’s in WonderDreams and the exhibit is inspired by dreams, the unseen, and the different realms that can be experienced within the universe.
Valentine’s in WonderDreams
Where: M Street Coffee, 13251 Moorpark Street, Sherman Oaks, 91423
Date: Saturday
Time: 5:00 – 7:00pm
Website: www.mstreetcoffee.com
Additional Info: Carmen Perez’s website, www.carmenperez.net
*You can also follow M Street Coffee on Facebook for all the latest updates! http://www.facebook.com/MStreetCoffee
- If your child is interested in the world of comedy, try taking them to an improv class at the LA Connection Comedy Theatre.
Comedy Improv for KIDS by TEENS!
Where: The L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre, 13442 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Date: Saturday
Time: 5:30pm
Website: www.laconnectioncomedy.com
*Cost - $7
- If you’re feeling tense and worn-down, start this Valentine’s weekend right with a trip to the Dtox Day Spa in Encino. You can treat yourself (and others) to a variety of treatments, including a “love spell massage”, a “chocolate and orange bliss body treatment”, and even something for those who dislike this holiday – an “anti-Valentine’s Club” massage!
Where: Dtox Day Spa, 17401 Ventura Blvd, Encino, 91316
Date: Saturday
Time: 9:00am to 6:00 pm
Website: http://dtoxdayspa.reachlocal.net
Phone Number: 818 574-7381
*Please note that for both Saturday and Sunday, the services offered will be available from a fixed menu featuring our February specials only. No substitutions are allowed during this event.
- If you want to have some laughs at the expense of love, check out a special Valentine’s-themed stand up show at the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club on February 12th, starring Judy Tenuta and so aptly titled, Judy Tenuta “Love Bites” Stand Up with The Love Goddess.
Judy Tenuta “Love Bites” Stand Up with The Love Goddess
Where: The Jon Lovitz Comedy Club, 1000 Universal Studios Blvd #222 Universal City, CA 91608
Date: Saturday
Time: 8pm
Website: http://thejonlovitzcomedyclub.com
Phone Number: (818) 824-6545
Ticket Price: $25.00
- Whether it’s a group of friends, family, or that special someone, the Valley Inn Restaurant & Bar is offering a great early “Love Bird” Menu. You can enjoy a glass of champagne, along with a lovely three course meal, all for the grand total of $34.
Where: Valley Inn Restaurant & Bar, 4557 Sherman Oaks Avenue, 91403
Date: Saturday
Time: 5:00 – 5:45pm
Website: www.valleyinndining.com
Phone Number: 818 784 1163
*Please be sure to check the times for the availability of this Love Bird menu!
Sunday:
- Spending time with family is always important, and what better way to spend time with the kids than digging for ancient treasures at The Skirball Center.
Dig It!
Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Date: Sunday
Time: 10am
Website: www.skirball.org
*Admission – included with Museum admission
- The ‘Closing Reception’ for Fumiko Amano’s exhibit at Left Coast Galleries is this afternoon, and the artist herself will be there to answer any questions or comments that viewers may have on her exhibition.
Recent Paintings by Fumiko Amano
Where: Left Coast Galleries, 12324 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
Date: Sunday
Time: 3pm
Website: www.leftcoastgalleries.com
- If you’re feeling tense and worn-down, start this Valentine’s weekend right with a trip to the Dtox Day Spa in Encino. You can treat yourself (and others) to a variety of treatments, including a “love spell massage”, a “chocolate and orange bliss body treatment”, and even something for those who dislike this holiday – an “anti-Valentine’s Club” massage!
Where: Dtox Day Spa, 17401 Ventura Blvd, Encino, 91316
Date: Sunday
Time: 9:00am to 6:00 pm
Website: http://dtoxdayspa.reachlocal.net
Phone Number: 818 574-7381
*Please note that for both Saturday and Sunday, the services offered will be available from a fixed menu featuring our February specials only. No substitutions are allowed during this event.
- In the mood to celebrate early? Fab’s Corner Cucina is also offering a Valentine’s menu and for the great price of $39, you get three great courses.
Where: Fab’s Corner Cucina, 4336 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Time: 8:00pm–10:00pm
Date: Sunday
Website: www.fabscornercucina.com
Phone Number: 818 995 2933
Monday:
- Valentine’s Day has arrived, and even if you’re having a hectic workday, you can still manage to sneak out for a romantic luncheon with your special someone. The Valley Inn Restaurant & Bar has a great ‘prix fixe’ luncheon menu sure to please everyone, and the price is an amazingly low $14 for three courses!
Valentine’s Day Luncheon
Where: Valley Inn Restaurant & Bar, 4557 Sherman Oaks Avenue, 91403
Date: Monday
Time: 11:30am to 3pm
Website: www.valleyinndining.com
Phone Number: 818-784-1163
- If you want to have music accompanying your romantic meal this evening, you can celebrate your Valentine’s Day with singer Barbara Morrison at Vibrato up off of Beverly Glen. Call to check availability.
Barbara Morrison at Vibrato
Where: Vibrato, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, CA 90077
Date: Monday
Time: 6:00 to 10:00 pm
Website: www.vibratogrilljazz.com
Phone Number: 310.474.9400
- Whether you don’t want to venture very far, or you just want somewhere familiar, Café Cordiale always possesses a welcoming atmosphere, as well as some delicious Valentine’s Day entrée specials such as Maine Lobster Tail and Filet Medallions.
Valentine’s Day at Café Cordiale
Where: Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Bl., Sherman Oaks 91423
Date: Monday
Time: 5:00 – 10:00 pm
Website: www.cafecordiale.com
Phone Number: 818-789-1985
- M Street Coffee has an exciting new art exhibit if you feel like grabbing a cup of coffee and checking out some new art by local artist Carmen Perez. The exhibit is entitled Valentine’s in WonderDreams and the exhibit is inspired by dreams, the unseen, and the different realms that can be experienced within the universe.
Valentine’s in WonderDreams
Where: M Street Coffee, 13251 Moorpark Street, Sherman Oaks, 91423
Date: Monday
Time: 7:00am to 6:00pm
Website: www.mstreetcoffee.com
Additional Info: Carmen Perez’s website, www.carmenperez.net
*You can also follow M Street Coffee on Facebook for all the latest updates! http://www.facebook.com/MStreetCoffee