What's Happening This Weekend in Sherman Oaks

There’s always something entertaining to do on the weekend, and here are some local events going on in Sherman Oaks. Whether it’s karaoke, comedy, art exhibits or jazz performances, Sherman Oaks is always full of fun so go and explore!

Saturday, February 19, 2011

• Brian Singer, a San Francisco designer, launched a project called 1000 Journals Project ten years ago, where journals went all over the world with cover designs by emerging artists.  Individuals all over the world were then free to leave their writing, art, and musings in these journals. Twelve of these original journals are on display at The Skirball Center, but only until February 27th so go see them while you still can!
  Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
  Date: Saturday, 2/19/11
  Time:  10:00am to 5:00pm
  Website: www.skirball.org
  Admission: Included with Museum admission: $10 General; $7 Seniors and Full-Time Students; $5 Children 2–12; FREE to Members and Children under 2; FREE to all on Thursdays

• New Eyes, the popular one woman show at the Whitefire Theatre, has extended its dates due to popularity and demand! Starring Yafit Josephson, this hit play is now running until March 12th. 
  Where: Whitefire Theatre, 13500 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks 91423
  Date: Saturday, 2/19/11
  Time: 8:00pm
  Website: www.whitefiretheatre.com , www.neweyesplay.com
  Ticket Price: $25.00
  "EBULLIENT SOLO SHOW! Josephson is a winning presence, and her impersonations of pushy parents, showbiz types and Israeli 'playas' land on target!" - LA TIMES

• If you want to hang out with friends and have a laugh, check out the Wheels of Comedy at the L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre this Saturday evening.
  Where: The L.A. Connection Comedy Theatre, 13442 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
  Date: Saturday, 2/19/11
  Time: 10:30pm
  Website: www.laconnectioncomedy.com
  *Price - $10

• Enjoy your Saturday evening with some quality food and music at Café Cordiale.  E & G, also known as Ethan Farmer and Gordon Campbell, will be playing this evening starting at 10pm. 
  Where: Café Cordiale, 14015 Ventura Boulevard Sherman Oaks 91423
  Date: Saturday, 2/19/11
  Time: 10pm
  Website: www.cafecordiale.com
  (No cover charge)

Sunday, February 20, 2011

• 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's exhibit, Dig It!
  Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, 90049
  Date: Sunday, 2/20/11
  Time:  10:00am
  Website: www.skirball.org
  *Admission – included with Museum admission

• New Eyes, the popular one woman show at the Whitefire Theatre, has extended its dates due to popularity and demand! Starring Yafit Josephson, this hit play is now running until March 12th. 
  Where: Whitefire Theatre, 13500 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks 91423
  Date: Sunday, 2/20/11
  Time: 3:00pm
  Website: www.whitefiretheatre.com , www.neweyesplay.com
  Ticket Price: $25.00

• Alan Broadbent & Pat Senatore Duo will perform this evening at Vibrato, so end your weekend with some relaxing jazz, starting at 6:30pm. 
  Where: Vibrato, 2930 Beverly Glen Circle, Bel Air, CA 90077
  Date:  Sunday, 2/20/11
  Time: 6:30pm to 10:30pm
  Website: www.vibratogrilljazz.com

• If you prefer to have a quiet Sunday, grab a latte and enjoy the new art exhibit by local artist Carmen Perez at M Street Coffee.  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. 
  Where: M Street Coffee, 13251 Moorpark Street, Sherman Oaks, 91423
  Date: Sunday, 2/20/11
  Time: 8:00am to 5:00pm
  Website: www.mstreetcoffee.com