Ongoing Events — May 1 through May 31, 2018

I See You WeHo by Miguel Andrisani — Weekdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The new mural, I See You WeHo, was designed by Miguel Andrisani, also known as “Migs” (@MigsArt) who found inspiration in the poem I Sing the Body West Hollywood, a poem created by the City Poet Laureate Kim Dower in collaboration with the West Hollywood community. The poem’s lines evoke West Hollywood’s landscape, landmarks, people, and joie de vivre, in an homage to Walt Whitman’s classic epic poem I Sing the Body Electric. The artwork brings the poem to life, through a digitcal rendering, traversing from day into night (left to right) and from the streetscape to the rooftops of the City (bottom to top). Miguel Andrisani is a West Hollywood resident and this is his first public art exhibition. The triptych art banner mural will be on display until mid-2019.
Watch the new City of West Hollywood animated video featuring illustrations from this artwork and Kim Dower reading I Sing the Body West Hollywood at https://youtu.be/TP0aC2lvhPA

Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the West Hollywood City Hall Community Plaza, located at 8300 Santa Monica Boulevard.

 

Adelaide Drive, Artwork of Wayne Shimabukuro and Don Bachardy — Exhibition, through October 17, 2018

The City of West Hollywood presents a new exhibition at the West Hollywood Library on view through Wednesday, October 17, 2018. The exhibition features images that photographer Wayne Shimabukuro took of Don Bachardy and Christopher Isherwood over the course of several decades, alongside original artworks by Don Bachardy. Isherwood, the famous novelist, and Bachardy, a respected portrait artist, were a couple for more than 30 years until Isherwood’s death and they lived together on Adelaide Drive in Santa Monica, which was the inspiration for the exhibition, Adelaide Drive. This exhibition is also part of the City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival which celebrates LGBTQ pride through the arts with the theme “I Remember” from May 22 to June 30. The artist reception will take place on Friday, May 11, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the West Hollywood Library. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.weho.org/pride.

West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard, during regular Library open hours.

 

Lost & Found: Safer Sex Activism — Exhibition, through June 2018

Lost & Found: Safer Sex Activism examines 30 years of inspiring and defiant safer sex and harm-reduction activism. The exhibition at the ONE Gallery presents safer sex posters, comics, brochures, videos, PSAs, and safer sex and clean needle kits, among other archival items, all from the collections at ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives at USC Libraries. While at the height of the AIDS crisis in the 1980s and 1990s widespread public perception linked AIDS to gay men and intravenous drug users, Lost & Found reveals how activists sought to educate and empower varying publics about the pervasive epidemic. Rather than stigmatize sexuality, these educational projects often went hand-in-hand with sex positive practices. Lost & Found shows how the dissemination of information sought to cross cultural, economic, linguistic, and class divisions. While the majority of materials were produced in the 1980s and 1990s, the exhibition also connects these histories to the ongoing AIDS crisis through contemporary artists and activist projects. Lost & Found: Safer Sex Activism is co-curated by David Evans Frantz, curator at ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives at the USC Libraries, and independent curator Hannah Grossman, with support from exhibition consultant Neal Baer, M.D. Generous support is provided by The Calamus Foundation of New York, Inc. and the City of West Hollywood.

Thursdays through Sundays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. through June 2018 the ONE Gallery West Hollywood, located at 626 N. Robertson Boulevard.

 

Events May 2018:

City of West Hollywood’s Youth Scholarship Program
Application Deadline has been Extended to Monday, May 7, 2018

The City of West Hollywood’s Youth Scholarship Program awards $1,500 scholarships to West Hollywood students who are high school seniors ready to graduate (or a student receiving a GED) and planning to pursue post-secondary education. The program requires proof of West Hollywood residency, acceptance to post-secondary institution, and 150 hours of community service. The Youth Scholarship Program was initiated by the West Hollywood City Council in April 2007 and, since that time, 38 scholarships have been awarded to community members. For more information, guidelines, and application materials, visit the City of West Hollywood Youth Scholarship program web page at www.weho.org/services/social-services/youth-scholarship-program.

 

Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival Documentary Film Screening and Discussion: Heather Booth: Changing the World — Tuesday, May 1, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Co‐sponsored by the City of West Hollywood, The Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival presents the L.A. premiere of Heather Booth: Changing the World. At a time when many are wondering how to make their voices heard and when civil and women’s rights are under attack, this empowering documentary is an inspiring look at how social change happens. Heather Booth, a renowned organizer and activist, began her remarkable career at the height of the Civil Rights movement. Through her life and work this inspiring film explores many of the most pivotal moments in progressive movements that altered our history over the last fifty years. The event will feature a Q&A with Vivian Rothstein, community organizer and founder of the Chicago Women’s Liberation Union, one of the first feminist organizations of the 1970s. Admission is free; space is limited. Please RSVP at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3386649. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation.

Tuesday, May 1, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Women and Books, First Tuesday of Every Month, Pachinko — Tuesday, May 1, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Women and Books is a monthly book club that meets on the first Tuesday of each month to discuss books written by women authors. This month features Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. The book club is co‐sponsored by the City of West Hollywood’s Women’s Advisory Board and the West Hollywood Library. Admission is free, but space is limited so RSVPs are encouraged. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation. For more information, please visit www.meetup.com/womenandbooksinweho.

Tuesday, May 1, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the West Hollywood Library Community Meeting Room, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Outfest West Hollywood Series, First Wednesday of Every Month, Live Reading: Bitterness, Despair, and Other States of Being — Wednesday, May 2, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Outfest West Hollywood Series is a monthly program featuring films and discussions of interest to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) audiences. Catch this live reading of Jules Nurrish’s Bitterness, Despair, and Other States of Being featuring Guin Turner. In the weeks leading up to her 50th birthday, a struggling novelist’s world is turned upside down when her biological mother contacts her and they meet for the first time in the Joshua Tree desert. Secrets are revealed and all hell breaks loose. Screenings are on the first Wednesday of the month throughout the year. Tickets are $10. For more information, please visit www.outfest.org/weho‐series. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation. This program is presented with the support of the City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division. For more information, please visit www.weho.org/arts or follow via social media @WeHoArts.

Wednesday, May 2, 2018 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

soundSpark with Nick Hon — Saturday, May 5, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

soundSpark is a free monthly music series for young children featuring solo and duo performances by emerging artists sponsored through a grant from the City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division. This month’s performer will be Nick Hon. For more information, please call the West Hollywood Library at (310) 652-5340 or visit sassas.org/program/soundspark.

Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at the West Hollywood Library Children’s Theatre, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Spring Fiesta Senior Dance — Saturday, May 5, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Put on your dancing shoes, celebrate Cinco de Mayo, and join in as Plummer Park’s Great Hall transforms into a colorful and vibrant dance club for seniors 55 and older. Refreshments will be provided. Admission is $5. For more information, please contact the City of West Hollywood Recreation Services Department at (323) 848‐6530 or recreation@weho.org.

Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 4 p.m to 7 p.m. at Plummer Park’s Great Hall Courtyard, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard.

 

World War II Commemoration Events — Sunday, May 6, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Immortal Regiment March will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and Fairfax Avenue on Sunday, May 6, 2018. The march will head east on Santa Monica Boulevard to Plummer Park in admiration and remembrance of those who fought against the Nazis. A shuttle will be provided for those veterans unable to walk. For more information, please call (323) 848-6826. The Victory in Europe Day ceremony at Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall will begin at 11:30 a.m. to mark the defeat of Nazi forces and offer a remembrance of the estimated 50 million people who died during the war. Residents who are World War II veterans will be honored. For more information, call (323) 848-6501.

Sunday, May 6, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard.

 

Women’s Leadership Conference — Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join the City of West Hollywood for its 12^th annual Women’s Leadership Conference, a day of programming designed to engage and empower its participants through workshops, panel discussions, advocacy trainings and networking opportunities. This year the City of West Hollywood Women’s Leadership Conference is a community partner of the United State of Women Summit a national conference that markets itself as a powerful gathering of women and allies from across the country aligning to break down barriers that stand between women and full equality. Leadership sessions will include How to Build a Movement; Equal Means Equal: Passing the Equal Rights Amendment; Men, Feminism & Sexual Justice; Running for Office; How to Get Appointed to a Board or Commission; Athletes as Activists; Entrepreneurship and Closing the Gender Gap. Tickets are $15-$35. Seating is limited. Advance registration recommended at www.wehowlc.org or call (323) 848-6840.

Sunday, May 6, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the West Hollywood Park Auditorium, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

June Mazer Lesbian Archives Grand Re-opening — Sunday, May 6, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Explore the June Mazer Lesbian Archives during its grand re-opening celebration at the beautifully renovated City of West Hollywood Werle Building. Peruse the brand new Simone Wallace Collection of Sisterhood Bookstore and view the personal collective histories donated by hundreds of lesbians and feminists. Participants can also register for a 30-minute guided tour of the Archives. For reservations and more information, please visit https://mazergrandreopening.eventbrite.com or call Alana Roshay at (818) 602-6953.

Sunday, May 6, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Werle Building, located at 626 N. Robertson Boulevard.

 

Parents Education League’s Public School Choices Workshop — Wednesday May 9, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m

Co‐sponsored by the City of West Hollywood, the Parents Education League presents an Understand your Public School Options: Magnet vs. Charter vs. Neighborhood School? workshop. Learn the differences between charter, magnet, and district (i.e., residential) schools. Understand the varying admissions processes for each type of school and learn strategies, admissions timelines, and how to determine the best school and fit for your family. Admission is free. To RSVP, visit https://charterschoolsworkshop.eventbrite.com. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation. For more information, contact Kim Haselhoff, Executive Director, Parents Education League at (310) 441-0684.

Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Discussion with Author of Patient Zero and the Making of the AIDS Epidemic — Wednesday, May 9, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The City of West Hollywood is proud to present an evening discussion with Richard A. McKay, author of Patient Zero and the Making of the AIDS Epidemic and former City of West Hollywood Poet Laureate Steven Reigns. Gaétan Dugas was a French-Canadian flight attendant who was widely mistaken as being responsible for the spread of HIV in the United States. His name and narrative was exposed in Randy Shilts book (and later award-winning film) And The Band Played On. Dugas and the concept of an HIV Patient Zero (the term didn’t exist before the emergence of the HIV/AIDS epidemic) have been loaded with myths, mistruths, and misinformation. A reception and author signing will follow the conversation; books will be available for purchase courtesy of Book Soup. This special community event is co-sponsored by Lambda Literary, Friends Research Institute, Inc., the Los Angeles LGBT Center and ONE Archives. Admission is free; space is limited. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation. To RSVP, visit https://patientzero.eventbrite.com or call (323) 848-6823.

Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Earthquake Retrofitting and Cost Sharing Community Discussion — Wednesday, May 9, 7 p.m.

Join a community discussion regarding cost sharing for seismic retrofitting. The Rent Stabilization Commission (RSC) is reviewing the City’s rent adjustment process, and exploring alternatives. Your voice counts and all comments will be considered as the RSC develops its recommendation to the City Council.  Admission is free. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation. For more information on the mandatory seismic retrofitting project and ways to be heard, visit www.weho.org/seismic.

Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 7 p.m. at the West Hollywood Library Community Meeting Room, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard

 

PAWSAPALOOZA Festival and Marketplace — Saturday, May 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PAWS/LA’s (Pets Are Wonderful Support Los Angeles) annual PAWSAPALOOZA Festival & Marketplace celebrates all things canine! Co‐sponsored by the City of West Hollywood, this festive family‐friendly event will include more than 40 exhibitors featuring pet‐friendly products and services, as well as activities for kids including carnival games, face painting, balloon art and more. A selection of food trucks will serve up a delectable variety of food choices, drinks, snacks and goodies for sale. Participants can enter their “fur babies” in the Canine Costume Contest with prizes awarded to the winners in the following costume theme categories: A Day at the Beach; A Night on the Town; Doggie Doppleganger. Be sure to dress your dog to the k'nines! Admission is free.  Canine companions must be on a leash. For more information about PAWSAPALOOZA, please visit can be found at www.pawsla.org.

Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Hollywood Park, located at 647 N. San Vicente Boulevard

 

Earthquake Retrofitting and Cost Sharing Community Discussion — Monday, May 14, 7 p.m.

Join a community discussion regarding cost sharing for seismic retrofitting. The Rent Stabilization Commission (RSC) is reviewing the City’s rent adjustment process, and exploring alternatives. Your voice counts and all comments will be considered as the RSC develops its recommendation to the City Council.  Admission is free. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation. For more information on the mandatory seismic retrofitting project and ways to be heard, visit www.weho.org/seismic. Parking is in the city lot adjacent to the Plummer Park Community Center. Turn north at the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Martel Avenue to enter the parking lot. Fiesta Hall is located at the northwest corner of the parking lot. Please note posted parking time limits. For rideshare and other drop-offs, the street address for Fiesta Hall is 1200 N. Vista Street.

Monday, May 14, 2018 at 7 p.m. at Plummer Park’s Fiesta Hall, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard

 

Bike to Work Week Bike Light Giveaway — Tuesday, May 15, 4:30 p.m.

To celebrate Bike to Work week, the City of West Hollywood will distribute free LED lights to passing cyclists in an effort to encourage bicycle safety. City staff members will be joined by the West Hollywood Bicycle Coalition, and members of the City’s Public Safety Commission and Transportation Commission at the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and N. Vista Street. Please come out and get  free safety lights! For more information, contact Tara Worden at (323) 848-6834 or tworden@weho.org.

Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. at the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and N. Vista Street.

 

Senior Health Fair — Wednesday, May 16, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The 17^th Annual Senior Health Fair will offer free health screenings including: blood glucose for diabetes, blood pressure, dental, mammograms, total cholesterol screenings, and more. The Senior Health Fair is co-sponsored by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, and the Saban Community Clinic. A complimentary lunch will be provided — to reserve a lunch, please call (323) 848-6820 in advance. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, please call TTY (323) 848-6496.

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Plummer Park Community Center, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard.

 

City of West Hollywood Volunteen Awards — Wednesday, May 16, 6 p.m.

The 10^th Annual City of West Hollywood Volunteen Awards recognizes recipients of the City’s Youth Scholarship Awards as well as outstanding volunteerism of “The Pack” from the West Hollywood Teen Center. Admission is free. For more information, contact Corey Roskin at croskin@weho.org or (323) 848-6403.

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 6 p.m. at the Plummer Park Community Center, Rooms 5 and 6, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard.

 

Bike to Work Day West Hollywood Pit Stop — Thursday, May 17, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

May is Bike Month! This year, the City of West Hollywood will be celebrating Bike Month by hosting a pit stop for Bike to Work Day in collaboration with the West Hollywood Bike Coalition and Bikes & Hikes LA. Cyclists will enjoy coffee, snacks, and giveaways during their morning commute break. For more information, contact Tara Worden at (323) 848-6834 or tworden@weho.org.

Thursday, May 17, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at 8743 Santa Monica Boulevard, just east of Hancock Avenue.

 

World Dog Day — Saturday, May 19, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s World Dog Day, co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood and presented by NexGard and SUR Restaurant & Lounge, brings together thousands of people and their furry friends to celebrate dogs for a day of fun and entertainment! Started in 2016, this family-friendly event will include live performances, contests, and more than 30 exhibitors featuring pet-friendly products and services as well as a dog agility park, animal education area, morning “Doga” class, Lucy Pet K-9 wave maker and a vast array of food trucks for all to enjoy. World Dog Day will also feature the second annual “Posh Puppy Pageant,” as well as the first-ever “Doggy Look-a-Like Contest” featuring the cast of Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules and staff of Vanderpump Dogs. It will be a memorable day of celebrating dogs, while raising awareness about global dog abuse, including the Yulin Dog Meat Festival.

For more information, please visit www.vanderpumpdogs.org/world-dog-day.

Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at West Hollywood Park, located at 647 N. San Vicente Boulevard

 

City of West Hollywood Russian Arts and Culture Festival — Sunday, May 20, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The 17^th Annual Russian Arts and Culture Festival is a full day of family‐friendly events celebrating the rich culture and heritage of the more than 500,000 members of the Los Angeles region’s Russian‐speaking community. The festival will include a day of entertainment, music, food vendors, Russian crafts and jewelry, and numerous local exhibitors. The stage on the lawn will feature the annual children’s concert from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and the gala concert from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, call (323) 848-6501 or email westhollywoodrussianfest@weho.org.

Sunday, May 20, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Plummer Park, located at 7377 Santa Monica Boulevard.

 

City Council Reorganization and Installation, Monday, May 21, 6 p.m.

The City Council of the City of West Hollywood will reorganize and install John J. Duran as the City’s Mayor and John D’Amico as the City’s Mayor Pro Tempore at a City Council Reorganization and Installation/City Council meeting to take place at 1OAK. Then, a special reception will immediately follow at The Rainbow Bar and Grill. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the City of West Hollywood’s City Clerk’s Office at (323) 848-6409.

Monday, May 21, 2018 at 6 p.m. at 1OAK, located at 9039 W. Sunset Boulevard. Special reception will immediately follow at The Rainbow Bar and Grill, located at 9015 W. Sunset Boulevard.

 

One City One Pride Kickoff and Harvey Milk Day Celebration —Tuesday, May 22, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival will kick-off on Harvey Milk Day with a staged reading of Patricia Loughrey’s Dear Harvey, organized and produced by Celebration Theatre, the world’s oldest LGBTQ theatre. The event is free and there will be light refreshments. RSVPs are required at https://onecityonepridedearharvey2018.eventbrite.com. The City of West Hollywood’s six-week-long One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival will take place from May 22 to June 30. For more information and to see a complete list of events, visit www.weho.org/pride or follow via social media @WeHoArts.

Tuesday, May 22, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

WeHo Pedals Bike Share Basics — Wednesday, May 23, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The City of West Hollywood will host a monthly midday WeHo Pedals Bike Share Basics class. The class is a fun, hands-on experience that aims to educate and encourage community members to use the bike share system as informed, safe, and lawful cyclists. In this 90-minute workshop, participants will learn how to unlock, adjust, and use all of the features of a WeHo Pedals Bike Share bike while practicing safe riding skills. The workshop will include a group ride on WeHo Pedals bikes. Participation in the class is free and space is limited to 15 participants. Walk-up participants cannot be accommodated; advance reservations are required. All participants will receive a free helmet. To reserve a spot in the WeHo Pedals Bike Share Basics class, please visit www.wehopedals.com and scroll down for the Sustainable Streets Bike Basics course.

For more information, please contact Tiffany Robinson at (323) 848-6868 or at trobinson@weho.org.

Wednesday, May 23, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the WeHo Pedals Bike Share Hub located on Santa Monica Boulevard and N. Olive Drive.

 

One City One Pride: Lambda Literary Award Finalists Reading — Wednesday, May 23, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Join the City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride festival and WeHo Reads program for readings from the 30^th Annual Lambda Lit Award finalists. The Lambda Literary Awards (also known as “the Lammys”) identify and celebrate the best lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender books of the year and affirm that LGBTQ stories are part of world literature. The Lammys, which receive national and international media attention, bring together 600 attendees — including nominees, celebrities, sponsors, and publishing executives — to celebrate excellence in LGBTQ publishing. It is the most prestigious LGBTQ literary event in the world. Admission is free, but space is limited and RSVP is required: https://onecityonepridelambdalit2018.eventbrite.com. The City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival takes place from May 22 to June 30. For more information and to see a complete list of events, please visit www.weho.org/pride or follow @WeHoArts on social media.

Wednesday, May 23, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8:30  p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Come to the Cabaret — May 25 through August 19

The City of West Hollywood and Celebration Theatre present Kander & Ebb’s dark, eerily relevant masterpiece, Cabaret, like you’ve never seen it before. This run of performances is directed by multi Ovation Award-winning director Michael Matthews. Tickets $25 to $55. For performance dates, tickets, and more information, visit www.celebrationtheatre.com/cabaret. This program is presented with the support of the City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division. For more information, visit www.weho.org/arts or follow via social media @WeHoArts.

Beginning Friday, May 25, 2018 at 7 p.m. at the Lex Theatre, located at 6760 Lexington Avenue.

 

Human Rights Speakers Series: Mr. Connolley Has ALS — Friday, May 25, 7 p.m.

The City of West Hollywood’s Human Rights Speakers Series and Impact Media Partners’ Community Perspectives Film Series present a special community screening of Mr. Connolly Has ALS.  During his 14‐year tenure at Concord High School, Principal Gene Connolly was known for his nonstop energy, his love of rock-n-roll, and the personal connections he made with many of the school’s 1,600 students. However, in 2014, Connolly was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The film chronicles Connolly’s final year as principal of the school, when his physical abilities are significantly limited. The outpouring of love and support from the students, evident as they engage with him in the film, is both remarkable and inspiring. Guest speakers will discuss issues of inclusion, disability access, and more. Light refreshments will be served before the screening. Admission is free, but space is limited and RSVP is required by visiting: http://bit.ly/WeHoHRSS_MrConnolly. For more information, contact Joy Tribble at jtribble@weho.org or (323) 848-6360.

Friday, May 25, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. (7 p.m. Screening) at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

Women in Film Speaker Series — Tuesday, May 29, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Women in Film Speaker Series hosts a monthly panel of filmmakers to discuss how they’ve carried their messages beyond the screen to urge involvement from viewers in response to social issues and injustices. The event is co-sponsored by the City of West Hollywood through its arts division and Women’s Advisory Board.  Women in Film is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting equal opportunities for women, encouraging creative projects by women, and expanding and enhancing portrayals of women in all forms of global media. Admission is $10. For tickets and more information, please visit http://womeninfilm.org/speaker-series. Free parking will be available at the adjacent five-story structure with validation.

Tuesday, May 29, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.

 

One City One Pride / WeHo Reads / Lesbian Speaker Series:
Lillian Faderman Discussing and Signing Harvey Milk: His Lives and Death — Wednesday, May 30, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Join the City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival, the City’s WeHo Reads program, and its Lesbian Speaker Series as Lillian Faderman (Gay L.A., Odd Girls and Twilight Lovers: A History of Lesbian Life in Twentieth‐Century America, The Gay Revolution: The Story of the Struggle) discusses and signs her new book Harvey Milk: His Lives and Death. Books will be available for sale by Book Soup. Admission is free. To RSVP, please visit https://onecityonepridelillianfaderman.eventbrite.com. The City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival takes place from May 22 to June 30. For more information and to see a complete list of events, please visit www.weho.org/pride or follow @WeHoArts on social media.

Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the City of West Hollywood’s Council Chambers/Public Meeting Room at West Hollywood Library, located at 625 N. San Vicente Boulevard.