I know this looks like a really long post but bare with me, look it how amazing this line up is! Notting Hill, The King and I, West Side Story, Sixteen Candles, Singing in the Rain, An American In Paris, Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory, and Twilight. A little free something for everyone.

OLD PASADENA HOSTS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S LARGEST FREE OUTDOOR FILM FESTIVAL

July 10 to 25, 2009

PASADENA, CALIF. (July 2009) – Old Pasadena Management presents the Old Pasadena Film Festival, a free three-week movie series that unites film with urban settings, happening on Fridays and Saturdays, July 10 through 25.  Featuring twelve screenings, the Old Pasadena Film Festival is the largest free outdoor film festival in Southern California.  This unique district-wide festival will showcase a variety of genres that reflect the urban environment of Old Pasadena’s famous and historic downtown. All Old Pasadena Film Festival screenings, appearances and events are free and open to the public.

Old Pasadena Film Festival Schedule:

Friday, July 10

7:30 PM- TRAVEL FILMS: NOTTING HILL Distant Lands, 54 S. Raymond Ave.

Set in the charming Notting Hill district of London, this film tells the story of  an unsuccessful travel bookstore owner whose life is forever changed when he meets and falls in love with the most beautiful and popular actress of the time.  She ends up brightening his world, but in the end can he handle being together with the world’s most wanted woman?

8:00 PM –MUSICALS: THE KING & I One Colorado Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley

Maria and Joey Newman will discuss their father Alfred Newman’s prolific career scoring such notable musicals as The King & I and Camelot

Five time Academy Award winning Rodgers and Hammerstein musical about a fearless woman who becomes a school teacher in the 1860’s to the children of the infamous King Mongkut of Siam.  One of the most beloved musicals of our time, King & I has made a lasting impression.  Scored by the nine time Academy Award winner Alfred Newman.

Saturday, July 11

8:00 PM – CLASSIC SILENT FILM: DADDY LONG- LEGS One Colorado Courtyard, 41

Hugus Alley

Malibu Coast Chamber Orchestra will be performing the soundtrack of the recently restored film live.  A guest from the Mary Pickford society will introduce the film with a discussion on Mary Pickford’s prolific career.

Daddy Long- Legs is an endearing classic silent film featuring the genius of actress Mary Pickford.  “ A warm and witty Cinderella story” about a rebellious orphan who finds her way to success and love in her young adulthood.

9:00 PM – 80’s CLASSICS: FOOTLOOSE: Rooftop of Schoolhouse Parking Garage, 33 E. Green Street.

A delightful story of Ren, a teen rebel who moves from the big city to a small town where dancing and rock music are illegal.  Will Ren and his classmates be able to change this ordinance in time for Prom?  Footloose is a fast paced drama featuring an amazing combination of dance choreography and hit songs.

Friday, July 17

7:30 PM- TRAVEL FILMS: SHIRLEY VALENTINE Distant Lands, 54 S. Raymond Ave.

Academy Award-nominated drama about a housewife named Shirley Valentine who takes an unexpected trip to Greece with a friend.   Greece expands her horizons in ways she could have never predicted.  Shirley’s life is soon transformed with a new romance and awareness of who she is and what she can be. 

8:30 PM- MUSICALS: SINGING IN THE RAIN One Colorado Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley

Singing in the Rain features classic film stars Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor, Debbie Reynolds and Cyd Charisse in an enjoyable musical comedy.  Set in 1927, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont are a famous on-screen romantic couple but Lina mistakes the onscreen romance for real love.  When Lina’s and Don’s latest movie is transformed into a musical, Don is perfect for the part with a great singing voice.  However, Lina’s voice must be dubbed over.  An aspiring actress named Kathy Selden is brought in and Don quickly falls in love with her.  Will Kathy get the big break she deserves? Will Don gain Kathy’s affection? 

Saturday, July 18

8:30 PM – MUSICALS: WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY One Colorado Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley

In this beloved 1971 classic, a poor boy, Charlie Bucket wins an opportunity of a life time, to tour a mysterious and amazing candy making factory.  When Charlie and the other lucky winners tour the eccentric candy man Willy Wonka’s facility chaos ensues in this beloved award winning movie.

9:00 PM – 80’S CLASSICS: SIXTEEN CANDLES Rooftop of Schoolhouse Parking Garage, 33 E. Green Street

Starring the beloved Molly Ringwald, this classic teen comedy follows a young girl’s disastrous sixteenth birthday that is anything but special as she suffers from every embarrassment imaginable.  Sixteen Candles is a hilarious depiction of a typical American high school teenager.

Friday, July 24

7:30 PM – TRAVEL FILMS: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Distant Lands, 54 S. Raymond Ave.

Gene Kelly plays Jerry Mulligan in this 1951 film about a struggling American painter in Paris.  Jerry finally finds his big break when he is discovered by an influential heiress.  But when the heiress falls for Jerry and Jerry for another woman, a complicated love triangle ensues.

8:30 PM – MUSICALS: GYPSY One Colorado Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley

An exciting story based on a Broadway hit about the life and journey of the famous burlesque dancer Gypsy Rose Lee and her controlling stage mom Mama Rose.  Louise Hovick is a no talented, awkward woman who is urged into the spotlight by her mother Mama Rose. Her life takes an unexpected twist when she ends up performing burlesque.  Soon a new persona emerges as she is transformed into Gypsy Rose Lee.

Saturday, July 25

8:30 PM – MUSICALS: WEST SIDE STORY One Colorado Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley

Winner of ten Academy Awards including best picture, West Side Story reveals the racism and social problems found in American cities.  Set in gritty New York City in the mid 1950s, the musical follows the rivalry between two teenage gangs of different cultural backgrounds.  When one gang member falls in love with the rival gang member’s sister, all chaos breaks out.

9:00 PM- DATE MOVIE: TWILIGHT Rooftop of Schoolhouse Parking Garage, 33 E. Green Street

Teen Bella Swan embarks on a new life in rainy Fork Washington with her father.  Her life is suddenly transformed when she meets and falls in love with the mysterious and handsome Edward Cullen.  But Edward has a dark side; he is in fact a blood thirsty vampire.  Based off the best selling novel, Twilight is a beautifully shot, dark film about unconditional love.

**General Public: All screenings are free and open to the public, for more information including a complete schedule visit www.oldpasadena.org

Sunday, May 31st – Friday, June 5th
Take advantage of 3-course Yelp Prix Fixe menus specially priced from $25 – $30 (+ tax & gratuity)

Mention you would like to take advantage of the Yelp Restaurant Week menu when making reservations.

Participating restaurants and their special Yelp Restaurant Week Prix Fixe Menus include:

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TASCA $30  (5/29 – 6/5!)
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Call for Menu & Special

SOFI GREEK RESTAURANT & GARDEN  $25
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Call (or scroll down to thread post) for Menu & Special

LITTLE NEXT DOOR $25 (ArtWalk & Restaurant Week)
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Appetizers : Soup Du Jour or House Mixed Green
Entrées : Choose Any Entrée
Desserts :  Dessert of Your Choice

ELECTRIC KARMA $29
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Appetizer – Samosas or Tossed Green Salad
Mains – Chicken Tikka Masala or Tandoori Salmon, Palaak Paneer, Daal, Raita, Basmati Rice, Naan
Dessert – Rice Pudding
Beverage – Cocktail, Beer or Wine (choose one)

AMALFI RISTORANTE & BAR $23 (ArtWalk Wine Deals!)
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LUNA PARK $28 (Available Mon 6/1-Fri 6/5 only)
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Appetizer /Choose One:
Warm Goat Cheese Fondue with Grilled Bread and Sliced Apples -or-
Marinated Hawaiian Tuna “Poke” with Fried Wonton Chips -or-
Soup of the Day
Entree/Choose One:
Grilled Marinated Hangar Steak Topped with Salsa Verde, Served with French Fries -or-
Grilled Salmon with a Fava Bean and Pancetta Succotash and a Potato Cake -or-
Vegan White Bean Cassoulet with Broccoli Rabe, Tomatoes, Chard and a Basil Pistou
Dessert/Choose One:
Make Your Own S’mores-Molten Marshmallow, Bittersweet Chocolate, and House Made Graham Cookies -or-
Deep-Fried Apple Pies – Served Warm with Caramel Sauce and Caramel Ice Cream

SANTÉ LA BREA $30
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Appetizers/Choose One:
Baked Samosas -or-
Spinach Quesadillas -or-
Vegan Soup Du Jour -or-
Entrees/Choose One:
Chicken Asparagus (Vegan option available) -or-
Spinach Enchiladas (Vegan option available) -or-
Salmon Filet Platter
Dessert/Choose One:
Raw Key Lime Pie -or-
Raw Carob Almond Butter Mud Pie

CUBE at DIVINE PASTA CO
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MESSOB ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT $15 (ArtWalk & Restaurant Week)
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Super Messob Exclusive $15
Includes: Siga Wot, Yebeg Siga Alicha, Yater Alicha, Tibs, Yatakilt Alicha, Yemiser Wot, Collard Greens, Baklava and Ethiopian Coffee
Vegetarian’s Delight $15
Includes: Yatakilt Alicha, Yemiser Wot, Yater Alicha, Collard Greens, Pumpkin, Salad, Tomato Fit-Fit, Baklava and Ethiopian Coffee

NGOMA
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BUSBY’S / EL TORO CANTINA $17
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Starter – Nachos
Entrée – Choose 3 Tacos + Rice & Beans
Dessert – Churros w/Vanilla Cream Sauce

ArtWalk: LACMA Margarita $5

CAYENNE CAFÉ $25
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Call (or scroll down to thread post) for Menu & Special

ITACHO $28 (ArtWalk & Restaurant Week / Closed Sundays)
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Appetizers / Choose One:
Nasu Miso- Sautéed eggplant  -or-
Green Salad
Entrees / Choose One:
Grilled Filet Mignon with red wine sauce -or-
Yu Ko Black Cod -or-
Age Dashi Tofu and Soba
Desserts / Choose One:
Mochi Ice Cream  -or-
Sorbet
Beverage:
Glass of house wine

**Please note restaurants will also be serving their regular menu during Yelp Restaurant Week. Mention you would like to take advantage of the Yelp Restaurant Week menu when making reservations. Some restaurants may not be open all days of the promo. Please check before you head out.

Mention Yelp and make your reservations at participating restaurants today!

via Yelp

From June 1st through 8th, local foodies and visitors can indulge in the best of Old Pasadena’s award-winning restaurants, and help feed those in need at the first ever Old Pasadena Restaurant Week. More than 25 of Old Pasadena’s finest restaurants have joined together to offer you several delicious options for three-course lunch and dinner menus at one great fixed price.

10% of event proceeds will benefit Union Station Homeless Services, celebrating 35 years of helping those in need.

A confirmed list of participating restaurants appears below. Please contact the restaurant directly for your reservation and any additional information. Check back shortly for more menu updates.

• Lunch $15 & $25
• Dinner $25 & $35

A few of those restaurants are: Cafe Bizou, Cafe Santorini, Elements Kitchen, Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana, La Grande Orange Cafe, Mi Piace Italian, Redwhite&Bluezz, Sushi Roku, Vertical Wine Bistro and Yujean Kang’s.

Hehe pink boxers.

Image via Yahoo

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates on Thursday praised an Army soldier in eastern Afghanistan who drew media attention this month after rushing to defend his post from attack while wearing pink boxer shorts and flip-flops.

In fact, Gates said he wants to meet the soldier and shake his hand the next time he visits Afghanistan.

“Any soldier who goes into battle against the Taliban in pink boxers and flip-flops has a special kind of courage,” Gates said in remarks prepared for a speech in New York.

“I can only wonder about the impact on the Taliban. Just imagine seeing that: a guy in pink boxers and flip-flops has you in his cross-hairs. What an incredible innovation in psychological warfare,” he said.

Army Specialist Zachary Boyd, 19, of Fort Worth, Texas, rushed from his sleeping quarters on May 11 to join fellow platoon members at a base in Afghanistan’s Kunar Province after the unit came under fire from Taliban positions.

A news photographer was on hand to record the image of Boyd standing at a makeshift rampart in helmet, body armor, red T-shirt and boxers emblazoned with the message: “I love NY.”

-Yahoo

A salute to our soldiers this Memorial Day weekend! And the hot guy in the pink boxers.

The Dream ft Kanye West- “Walking On The Moon”

Video by sneakerhut.net

LA BBQ Festival at Santa Monica Pier North Parking Lot May 9- May 10, 2009 from 12pm- 6pm.

The Food (Subject to Change)

This year’s LA BBQ Festival will host 10 of the nation’s top pitmasters — more pitmasters means more food! New additions will hail from Texas, Chicago, and New Jersey. The 2009 lineup will wow the crowd with their unique, award-winning regional barbecue styles. This year’s participating pitmasters and their featured menu items include:

Bryan Bracewell, Southside Market & BBQ, Elgin, TX
Beef Brisket & Sausage & Pickles & Onions

Butch Lupinetti, Smack Your Lips BBQ, NJ
Pulled Pork & Smoked Beans

Joey Sutphen, Texas Thunder BBQ, TX
Beef Brisket & Coleslaw

Mike Mills, 17th Street Bar & Grill, Murphysboro, IL & Memphis Championship Barbecue, Las Vegas, NV
Baby Back Ribs & Beans

Jonathan Burrows, Mr. Cecil’s BBQ, Los Angeles, CA
Beef Ribs & cucumber/tomato salad

LC Richardson, LC’s, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City Spare Ribs & Baked Beans

Melinda Race, Bristol Farms, Los Angeles, CA
Chicken and Veggie Skewers

Each plate of barbecue will be $10.

Extras

To wash down your ‘cue, a variety of beverages will be available including, Coca-cola sodas, water, Anheuser Busch beers, and wine.

Beverages will be sold for $2 and up.

Sides and desserts will be $4 each.

For more Information www.labbqfest.com

For discounted admission $7.75 general or $36 VIP, go to https://www.goldstar.com/shows/223213

Please note admission only gets you in. Each plate of BBQ is $10.