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Three Things to do this weekend (July 11 & 12) in Los AngelesWhen was the last time you visited The Getty Museum? It's arguably one of the top art museums in the country. Here's a free event taking place on the evening of July 11th in the Museum Courtyard. Can't make it? Check for other activities at the Getty right off the 405.WatersDate: July 11, 2015Time: 6–9 p.m.Location: Museum CourtyardAdmission: Free; no ticket required. Founded by San Francisco-based Norwegian Van Pierszalowski the sound of the new power-pop project Waters features guitarist Brian DaMert, bassist Greg Sellin, drummer Andrew Wales, and keyboardist Sara DaMert. Waters' latest album What's Real was released in April. I love to visit farmers' markets, and here's one that takes place every Sunday right in the middle of Studio City. While you're there stop by Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to explore the great deals on major appliances and plumbing fixtures.Studio City Farmers MarketThe Market is held every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Ventura Place between Laurel Canyon Boulevard and Radford Avenue. The Market’s vendors offer everything from grass fed beef and fresh seafood to artisan breads, olive oils, honey, prepared foods and of course, lots of fruits and vegetables. Of course, make sure you leave time to visit the Studio City location of Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for all your major appliance and plumbing fixture needs.The Market offers hot foods from Corn Maiden Tamales, Olive Wood Pizza, Mama Musubi rice balls, Salvadorean

Memorial Day Weekend 2015 Weather Southern California might experience a small amount of rain on the region Friday, possibly affecting road conditions for thousands of people traveling over the Memorial Day weekend. What does all this mean? Leave a few minutes early. Fiesta Hermosa Hermosa Beach (credit: HBCHAMBER.net) Memorial Day weekend in Hermosa Beach means the chance to savor Fiesta Hermosa. This three-day festival has been around since 1972, growing into what the Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce says is "the largest arts & crafts fair in Southern California." Along with works by painters, photographers, ceramicists and all other mediums, this outdoor gathering is big on music. Two stages offer tribute bands covering all kinds of top tunes, from rock and roll to country to zydeco and then some. For the little ones, a kiddie carnival providing a petting zoo with pony rides and a rock climbing wall will be all the rage www.fiestahermosa.net Main Street Memorial Day Weekend Block Party Santa Monica (credit: istockphoto.com) Date: May 24, 2015 This year, Santa Monica’s Main Street is throwing a Memorial Day Weekend block party you won’t want to miss. From 3pm to 2am, enjoy Santa Monica’s biggest and best party where venues will be offering food specials, live DJ’s, drink specials, and much more. Tickets range depending on what you get, and start at $10. Circle Barwww.ournightlife.com Topanga Days (credit: Amanda S./Yelp) Dates: May 23, 24 & 25, 2015. The 42nd Annual Topanga Days event is here and will be featured