I actually really enjoyed the opening number to last Sunday’s Oscars. Wolverine can dance! Looks like it’s going to be another lovely weekend in SoCal so there are some outdoorsy things to do in this roundup. Friday, February 27 Foley + Corinna Sample Sale OK, this sale sounds like one of those $200-sale-price sales but…
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This Weekend: Belgian Beer Fest, Hip Hop Open Bar, Booze for Sale
Radiohead at the Grammys Since I’m sorta boycotting V-Day you won’t find a list of overpriced V-Day dinners here. Fortunately there ARE other things going on this weekend. Friday, February 13 Free Screening of Lost in Translation at Royal/T Enjoy Royal/T’s extended dineLA menu ($26) while watching the unlikely love story between Scarlett Jo and…
Shareen Vintage: Thrift Store Gems for the Lazy Shopper
Photo from Shareen Vintage (detail) Shareen Vintage in Venice is for those who hate the hunt of discounted gems in thrift stores. When I was in my 20s I loved shopping in thrift stores as much as the next girl with unique taste. But now that I’m older, that musty store smell, the silty feel…
This Weekend: Saturday Morning Cartoons, Belgian Beer Tasting, Shiny People
Christian Bale’s NSFW dance remix. I could so dance to this. What don’t you f*ckin’ understand? It’s the f*ckin’ weekend people! Now go out and have some f*ckin’ fun! (I felt like I just had to censor myself after hearing that. Heh.) Thursday, February 5 Barneys Warehouse Sale Yup, that time of the year again:…
Sweets for the Sweet: L.A. Valentine Dessert Roundup
Looking to get your sweetie something better than the usual boring box o’ chocolates this Valentine’s Day? Surprise your Valentine and secure some V-day night sugar of your own (wink, wink) when you present them with the following goodies which range in price from the very affordable $2 chocolate strawberry to a $90 sweets extravaganza….
This Weekend: Toy Swap, Free Coffee, Craft & Bowl
Just when you thought it was summer, the rain comes and reminds you that yes, it’s January. Here are some ideas to keep you out of the rain. Well, except that toy swap in a parking lot. Friday, January 23 The Dark Knight in IMAX Rereleased I’ve always kicked myself for only seeing the Dark…
This Weekend: Dim Sum Bike Ride, Pirate Shanty Music, $1 Vintage Sale
Rock, Paper, Scissors by Demetri Martin Maaannn, I was looking forward to this long holiday weekend but sickness has struck me down. Anyway, hope you guys have fun. Thursday, January 15 Spitz Little Tokyo Grand Opening Kebab restaurant, Spitz, is kicking off its newness to downtown with $2 beers and house-recipe sangria and half off…
Caroline on Crack 2009 Calendar
I originally made this calendar for my cubicle because I couldn’t find anything with pictures that I liked enough to stare at for a whole month. So I compiled my favorite shots of my blogging adventures last year. Nope, not pictures of family, friends and other people you don’t know or care about. And no…
This Weekend: Pervy Puppets, First Fridays and dineLA
Suffering from the post-holiday blues? I know I am. Hopefully the following will help cheer you up. You just have to get out there and keep busy. Friday, January 9 Slumdog Millionaire and Q&A With Director Danny Boyle OMG, I LOVED this movie! Compelling storyline. I laughed, I cried. If you haven’t seen it yet,…
Restaurant.com Deal: Pay $5 for a $25 Restaurant Certificate
Flickr Shot by dotsara (detail) Thanks to TravelZoo for this. Pay only $5 for a $25 meal at fancy restaurants like Parc Hollywood and Aqua Lounge. Restaurant.com, purveyor of restaurant gift certificates, is having an awesomely special deal through January 12 where you can buy an already discounted restaurant certificate at an additional 50% off…
