From celebrating Valentine's Day early to exploring interactive art exhibits and listening to captivating music, there's plenty to do indoors this week in Southern California. Regina Jones, founder of the SOUL newspaper, discusses her career and a new documentary about her life. The article also highlights art exhibitions, music performances, and events celebrating love and community.
This week's events offer a plethora of indoor activities, ensuring you don't miss out on the fun even with the rain. From dancing the night away at the Mint to getting creative with tattoos inspired by Chinatown's delicious bites, there's something for everyone.
Regina Jones, the founder of the influential SOUL newspaper, sits down with NPR alum Karen Grigsby Bates to discuss her remarkable career in journalism and the upcoming documentary about her life, 'Who the Hell Is Regina Jones?' Sobriquet Jones' story highlights a significant influence on Black culture, particularly in music, throughout her career.The art scene in California during the 19th and early 20th centuries was notably progressive, allowing women to participate in salons that were often exclusive to men in other parts of the world. Chapman's Hilbert Museum celebrates this legacy with an exhibition showcasing the works of prominent women in California's art clubs. This collection features the talents of Elsie Palmer Payne, Elanor Colburn, Henrietta Berk, Mabel Alvarez, Betye Saar, Burr Singer, Ruth Peabody, Patssi Valdez, Agnes Pelton, and many more.East Los Soul is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of artists in Boyle Heights, hosting engaging events that bring people together. This week, they're celebrating love with a captivating storytelling night. The Palisades Fire, a devastating event, resulted in the loss of the Arnold Schoenberg Archive, which contained over 100,000 scores by the pioneering 20th-century Austrian-American composer. In tribute to Schoenberg's legacy, Camerata Pacifica presents several semi-staged performances of his masterpiece, 'Pierrot Lunaire,' featuring renowned German soprano Sarah Maria Sun.Two interactive art exhibitions explore the world of publishing. One features Alan Nakagawa's years of interactive art, based on the Kaya Press catalog. Upstairs, visitors can delve into 'Portrait of a Publisher as a Political Project: 30 Years of Kaya Press,' showcasing archival editorial notes, promotional posters, and original artwork.For those looking for a fun Valentine's Day celebration, the Sweetheart Spectacular offers a night of music, dancing, shopping, and more. Junior High Los Angeles takes the stage at the Echo, with $1 from each ticket sold going to their cause. Another option is the D.R. Cabarets show at the Mint, featuring iconic songs from Hollywood's most famous romance movies. Complimentary admission is available for those affected by the L.A. fires, and other LAist readers can use the code 'BeMine5' for a $5 discount
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