Another week, another edition of Ms. Madison styles. This week, we have a bevy of events for the art lovers out there, as well as a new restaurant suggestion in nearby Echo Park. It’s going to be tough to decide which of these activities to do this weekend—if you’re feeling ambitious, check them all out! And if not there’s plenty of time to see some of these exhibitions later on as they’ll be running for a few weeks. Let’s get started:
Thinkspace “NEXUS” and “In a Dream” opening reception at the Brand Library, Saturday Nov. 5, 2016. (6pm-10pm). Show running November 5, 2016 – January 7, 2017
Not one, but two art shows curated by Thinkspace Gallery will be opening this Saturday at the beautiful Brand Library. Formerly the El Miradero estate of American real estate developer Leslie C. Brand, this 1904 mansion was left to the city when he passed away upon the request that it become a public library and park. A huge restoration went underway in 2012 by Gruen Associates which included the addition of an art annex where this weekend’s shows will be taking place. If not for the art, come to explore the incredible history of this hidden gem many locals aren’t even aware of. Take a sneak peek at some of the artwork on the Thinkspace Instagram and stay tuned with upcoming events at the Brand Library here.
Beyond Bling: Jewelry from the Lois Boardman Collection at LACMA. Show running October 2, 2016 – February 5, 2017.
Featuring 50 of the over 3000 pieces Lois and Bob Boardman’s gifted LACMA from their international and contemporary jewelry collection, Beyond Bling will have you rethinking the notion of the Tiffany’s necklaces and pearl earrings of yesteryear. Each piece chosen for Beyond Bling showcases the unique medium of jewelry, exploring non-traditional materials, techniques, and the jewelry as a mechanism for personal and/or political art. A few of the items from the collection are shown above, and yes those are LEGOS! See it on display now until February 2017.
Elf Café, 2135 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026. Open Monday-Saturday 6pm-11pm.
We’re always on the lookout for new restaurants to try, and this one looks spectacular (just look at these photos from Instagram!). Elf Café is a new vegetarian and vegan friendly restaurant in Echo Park serving up incredibly beautiful Mediterranean food that is organic, sustainable, and locally grown. Follow them on Instagram for all the latest menu items and see the current Autumn 2016 dinner menu here. They also feature a superb collection of natural wines
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