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Best Of LA - Week Of June 8

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From culinary adventures in steak and ice cream, to film festivals and special museum exhibits, there's no shortage of unique activities this week. Both kids and adults won't want to miss Hello Kitty's first North American tour, and Disney's evening of animation set to live music by the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. With the week culminating in the famous LA Pride parade, there's something undeniably LA to celebrate every day.

Monday, June 8
1. Los Angeles Dodgers (9-4)
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Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks
1000 Elysian Park Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(323) 224-1507
www.dodgers.com

Taking on the Dodgers for a National League game tonight are the Arizona Diamondbacks. Game time is at 7:10pm, but make sure to get there early and enjoy a delicious Dodger Dog, or one of their other tasty options. For a full guide of the best eats at Dodger Stadium, we've put together a Definitive list of the best food the stadium offers too.

Steak
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Celebrate National Steakhouse Month
Various Locations

Serious carnivores know that June is National Steakhouse Month. There's no better time to try out one of the city's prime locations to find the ultimate cut of steak. Lovers of a good porterhouse steak appreciate not only the 30 day aging process Steak & Whiskey utilizes, but also the delicious sauces that accompany the cut. Diners at L'Assiette Steak Frites can choose to enjoy the uber tender, ultra-lean coulotte steak, or the more decadent Steak Rossini with seared foie gras, shaved black truffle sauce, and beef tallow pomme frites. And last but not least is the modern American steakhouse BOA, which boasts the highest rating possible of A5+ and the premium, beautifully marbled Japanese Wagyu.

Tuesday, June 9
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50 for 50: Gifts on the Occasion of LACMA's Anniversary
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 857-6000
www.lacma.org

LACMA is celebrating 50 years as a Los Angeles institution with a special exhibition featuring gifts from more than 25 donors. Spanning the centuries, works on display include art by Monet, Degas, Andy Warhol, and more. This special event honors the generous donors who have helped make LACMA a world-class museum, and a Los Angeles staple. The exhibit can be seen in the Resnik Pavilion, and runs through September 13th.

Wednesday, June 10
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Salt & Straw's Summer Ice Cream Series
Salt & Straw
240 N Larchmont Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 466-0485
www.saltandstraw.com

Small batch ice cream company Salt & Straw is celebrating its first summer in LA by offering a special three-month series of flavors showcasing LA's sweet food scene. June's menu features scoops inspired by some of LA's most popular street food. Collaborations with Roy Choi, Mary Sue Milliken, and Susan Feniger have resulted in unique flavors like Papi's Korean Fluffernutter, Green Corn Tamales, Mole Rojo Flan, Peking Duck Buns, and Bratwursts & Mustard. These chef inspired creations are handmade downtown, and are available from June 5 - July 2.

Thursday, June 11
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Los Angeles Film Festival
Various Locations Throughout LA
(866) 345-6337
www.lafilmfest.com

It's that time of year again for Film Independent's Los Angeles Film Festival. Celebrating its 21st year, the event will feature a diverse slate of feature films, short films, music videos, and new media works. Signature programs like the Filmmaker Retreat and Music in Film at The GRAMMY Museum will also be included in the run. With Master Classes, live performances, and exclusive conversations, LA Film Fest offers attendees unique access to some of today's most compelling artists. The festival runs from June 10 - June 18, with a full schedule events on their website.

Friday, June 12
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Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers
Largo At The Coronet
366 N La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 855-0350
www.largo-la.com

Want your chance to see famed comedian Steve Martin And The Steep Canyon Rangers? Well, today is your day! Playing at the ultra intimate Largo At The Coronet theatre on La Cienega, this truly bluegrass band will put on a show you won't want to miss. The band, including Martin have been nominated for a Grammy and won numerous awards.

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Lost in a Sea of Red
918 Ruberta Ave
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 484-5930
www.the-pit.la

Opening June 7th, Glendale's The Pit will have "Lost in a Sea of Red" on display through June 18th. The exhibition will feature photography, sculpture and painting from 10 of LA's best artists. Exploring themes of transcendence and rebirth, nature and the sublime, the artists drew inspiriation from a range of sources to put together this must see exhibit.

Saturday, June 13
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'Do The Right Thing' At Cinespia
Cinespia
Hollywood Forever Cemetery
929 South Broadway St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(213) 622-7001
www.laco.org

Directed by Spike Lee, the 1989 classic "Do The Right Thing" will be playing at The Hollywood Forever Cemetery today. Part of the Cinespia weekly series, it offers guests a magical evening to watch a movie under the stars in a terrific setting. Aside from the movie, enjoy a pre-show DJ, themed photo booths, and even set up a picnic. The gates open at 7:15, and the movie starts at 9pm. Reserve a ticket here for just $15.

Sunday, June 14
Pride
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LA Pride Parade
Santa Monica Blvd. & Crescent Heights
West Hollywood, CA
www.lapride.org

Sunday marks the end of the three-day LA Pride celebration in West Hollywood, culminating in the famous LA Pride Parade. Stepping off at 11:00am, the parade winds its way down Santa Monica Blvd., and features both members and supporters of the LGBT community. The parade ends at West Hollywood Park, where the fun continues with live entertainment, dancing, food and drink vendors, and more. Buy your tickets and check out parking info ahead of time on the website above.

Related: Best LGBT Pride Events In Los Angeles

Article by Kellie Fell.
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