Solo Friendly Things To Do This Weekend [8.16-8.18]
Love Isn’t Blind
8.16 | 7 PM | Arts District
During this dating experiment, men compete on stage for one lucky bachelorette, with the little caveat that the men can't speak. Through a series of games - which includes calling the boys' moms and unlocking their phones - we narrow it down to two men. Finally, we hear their voices, and the lucky winning man is sent with our bachelorette to the bar for an immediate date. Audience members wear wristbands according to their relationship status, and a wing couple (this will be us!) helps those of you who are too shy to make a move.
Link to tickets. (use code: ‘thenextfunthing’ for a discount!)
Tea & House
8.16 | 8 PM | West Adams
This is an alcohol-free party for house music lovers. This event features tea from Maik Tea & PSIP Tea, two DJs from Black House Ratio, and craft mock-tails from Bar Nuda.
Screen-Free Club
8.17 | 9 AM | Echo Park
Step out of the digital world for a couple hours on a Saturday morning. Bring a book, a journal, a craft project, collage, watercolors, crochet, etc; or just come connect and have some conversation with other intentional humans; w/out the distraction of a screen. Bagels, Donuts, Coffee, and Tea will be provided.
Wild Wild Westside
8.17 | 4 PM | Santa Monica
Join our friends from Besa Mi Vino & Coastal Cowboy productions this Saturday for our brand new day party, the WILD WILD WESTSIDE! There will be a mechanical bull, Patio BBQ, cornhole, flip cup, beer pong, drink specials, and live country performances.
Pupusas & Punchlines
8.17 | 8 PM | Larchmont
Looking for dinner and a show? This is where you need to be. It’s the 1 year anniversary of the ‘Pupusas & Punchlines’. Order a pupusas and get ready to watch a lineup featuring Comics from America's Got Talent, HBO, MTV, Comedy Central and more!
Network & Chill
8.18 | 12 PM | Santa Monica
This event features live music by Danny Vee, specialty coffee & bites by 7even Seas Coffee, lawn games, and the ultimate networking session. Bring an appetite for the best coffee in town and an attitude of "ready-to-mingle, but not necessarily single." This is the event everyone will be talking about, so don’t miss out!
Writing Workshop
8.18 | 1 PM | Highland Park
Join Certified Guided Autobiography Teacher @janacorpuzmft for a guided memoir-writing workshop at The Pop-Hop! Jana will take you through an exploration of free-writing techniques and get you started telling your own story! This is a free workshop but donations are encouraged.
Open Mic Poetry
8.18 | 2 PM | Santa Monica
Get ready for Sip and Speak: Kava Nectar + Poetry on Sunday. This event is a place where you can enjoy open mic poetry, a DJ set by Emeka Obiorah, while enjoying refreshing kava nectar from @kavahanabar.
Friends & Benefits
8.18 | 5 PM | WeHo
Going out is more fun with a +1 , which is why we’re teaming up with @Illicit.Elixirs and @DoLA this Sunday to host a speed mixer at @melroseumbrella in WeHo. Will you find love? A bestie? Someone to help you with your next project? Maybe all three? Show up, grab a drink, and meet a few chance encounters during this event. P.S. It’s Freeeeeeee
Full Moon Group Hike
8.19 | 5:30 PM | Elysian Park
Connect with nature and cleanse our spirits under the Full Sturgeon Moon. This meetup will include a guided hike through Elysian Park, 30 minute yoga session, stargazing with telescope, and a wellness workshop.
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