I hope you all had (and are having) a lovely fourth of July weekend--whether you took a short distance road trip from LA, went to some barbecues or checked out some Independence Day fireworks events.
Since the 4th was on a Sunday, today is actually a public (bank, postal) holiday. So, while folks are just returning to their usual duties or still enjoying the long weekend loaf, it feels mighty sleepy around these parts.
If you're looking for something to do on this 5th of July--beyond cleaning your house or gardening--and not sure what's open, here are just a few suggestions:
- Go surfing or watch surfers and boogie boarders at some of the top surf spots in LA
- Take your dog or a friend's pooch for a walk on one of the East Side's dog walking trails and hikes
- It's the one year anniversary of the passing of the Prince of Pop; why not take your own casual tour of Michael Jackson's Los Angeles (the spots that marked turning points in Jackson's life)?
- It's never too early (even a year in advance) to get yourself in shape for the LA marathon, or just as a resolution--so take a run at a park track or around your LA neighborhood
Happy 4th...and 5th!
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There are a LOT of obon festivals going on in July and August. Schedule is here: http://www.japanese-city.com/calendar/events/japanese-city-events-locations-summer-obon-odori-taiko-line-dancing-dango-drums-games-food-practice-exclude.php
Obon could be easily (but not perfectly) understood as the Japanese analog of the Mexican Dia De Los Muertos. A happy occasion, lots of food and music and exhibits and dancing. They’re all free, so they’re a cheap entertainment. If you’re only going to one, highly recommend Nisei Week in Little Tokyo (occurring next month, refer to the schedule). As you can see, we’re lucky that there are a lot of them in LA and Orange county – most places throughout the USA either don’t have them or don’t have anything like the number we have.