Through September 26 What: “Dennis Hopper Double Standard.” When/Where: Currently at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA, 152 North Central Ave., Los Angeles. Info: Exhibit of the work of the actor/artist Dennis Hopper. For more details, call (213) 626-6222 or visit www.moca-la.org.
September 3-5 What: Queen Mary Art Deco Festival. When/Where: Begins at 6 p.m. Sept. 3 at the RMS Queen Mary, 1126 Queen’s Highway, Long Beach. Info: A festival with Art Deco-themed activities and events. For more information, call (562) 435-3511 or visit www.adsla.org.
September 4-6 What: Orange International Street Fair. When/Where: Beginning Sept. 4 at 5 p.m., Sat-Sun starting at 10 a.m.; between Chapman Avenue and Glassell Street, Orange. Info: Celebrate over 38 years of the International Fair’s community and its multicultural backgrounds. For details, visit www.orangestreetfair.org.
September 4-26 What: Canstruction Orange County. When/Where: Starts Sept. 4 at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa. Info: Community service project creating sculptures from canned goods to address world hunger. For more details call (714) 427-0278, ext. 232, or visit www.canstructionoc.org.
September 4-November 14 What: “Weird and Wonderful: Celebrating 75 Years of Collecting at Bowers.” When/Where: Beginning at 10 a.m. at the Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana. Info: Discover the museum’s unique collection of art from all over the globe. For more info, visit www.bowers.org.
September 4-October 3 What: L.A. County Fair. When/Where: Opens 10 a.m. at the Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. Info: Carnival, entertainment, exhibits and more. Call (909) 623-3111 or visit www.lacountyfair.com.
September 5 What: Los Angeles Times Celebration of Food and Wine. When/Where: Noon to 8 p.m. at Paramount Pictures Studio, 5555 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles. Info: Paramount and the Times are hosting a foodie event this Labor Day where an array of great foods and recipes will be offered up. For more information, visit www.latimes.com/foodandwine.
September 9-12 What: Banning Stagecoach Days. When/Where: Starts Sept. 9 at A.C. Dysart Park, 22nd St., Banning. Info: Wild West-themed carnival and activities. For more information, call (951) 922-3241 or visit www.banningstagecoachdays.net..
September 9-11 What: 39th Annual National NORML Conference: Just Say Now! When/Where: At the Governor Hotel, 614 SW 11th Ave., Portland, Oregon. Info: Plenty of legislative and political discussions and panels. Call (888) 67-NORML or email conference@norml.org for more info.
September 10 What: Cubensis Grateful Dead Tribute, Moonalice, and Heavywater. When/Where: 8 p.m. at the Galaxy Concert Theater, 3503 S. Harbor Blvd. Santa Ana. Info: Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.galaxytheatre.com.
September 10 What: Seminar on health and medical benefits of cannabis.
When/Where: 8-9:30 p.m. at the THCF Medical Clinic, 647 N. Main St., Riverside. Info: Lanny Swerdlow, medical director of the THCF Medical Clinic and founder of the Marijuana Anti-Prohibition Project, educates us every Friday night on the beneficent qualities of marijuana. For details, call (951) 782-9898. Free.
September 10-12 What: Fireworks Finale: Pink Martini. When/Where: 8:30 p.m. at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles. Info: Pink Martini, Portland natives, will be headlining at the Fireworks Finale, while Thomas Wilkins conducts the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. For more information, visit www.hollywoodbowl.com.
September 10 What: San Diego North County Americans for Safe Access meeting. When/Where: 7 p.m. at Academy of World Martial Arts, 1050 S. Santa Fe Ave., Vista. Info: The North County chapter of ASA, a member-based community seeking to create safe and legal access to cannabis, meets the second Friday of every month. Go to www.safeaccesssd.org, or call (619) 303-1918.
September 10-12 What: L.A. Greek Fest. When/Where: Starts at 5 p.m. Sept. 10 at Saint Sophia Cathedral, 1324 S. Normandie Ave., Los Angeles. Info: Greek-themed festival featuring the cuisine, music, and dance of Greece. Call (323) 737-2424 or visit www.lagreekfest.com for more details.
September 10-12 What: HempCon Medical Marijuana Show. When/Where: Begins at 2 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles. Info: A show for all of your medical marijuana needs. For more information, visit www.hempcon.com.
September 11 What: Q & A on Proposition 19. When/Where: 1:30 p.m. at the Irvine United Congregational Church, 4915 Alton Pkwy., Irvine. Info: This discussion about Proposition 19 will feature prominent officials as they discuss the pros and cons of the law. For more information, contact Matt Mirmak at (949) 689-8854.
September 11-12 What: Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture. When/Where: Starts Sept. 11 at Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. Info: Filipino cultural festival. For more details, call (213) 380-3722 or visit www.filamarts.org.
September 11. What: Southern California NORML Meeting. When/Where: 10 a.m. at World Beat Center, 2100 Park Blvd., San Diego. Info: So Cal NORML meets the second Saturday of every month. For more info, go to www.normlsc.org, call (619) 467-1235 or email info@normlsc.org.
September 11 What: Voodoo Glow Skulls. When/Where: 7 p.m. at Friars Tucks Bar & Grille, 540 E. Foothill Blvd. Pomona. Info: A musical treat from this Riverside ska-core band. For more information visit, www.myspace.com/ryloproductions.
September 12 What: Coastline Car Classic. When/Where: 10 a.m. at the Corona Del Mar State Beach at 2855 E. Coast Hwy. Suite 101, Corona Del Mar. Info: Celebrate with hundreds of vintage vehicles and enthusiasts alike. Check out www.coastlinecarclassic.com for more info.
September 12-25 What: Young Frankenstein. When/Where: Various show times at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. Info: The live version of Mel Brooks’ witty re-imagining of the Frankenstein story, based on his 1974 film. Tickets start at $25. For more info visit www.ocpac.org.
September 14 What: San Diego Americans for Safe Access meeting. When/Where: 7 p.m. at 6070 Mt. Alifan, Suite 202, San Diego. Info: The San Diego County chapter of ASA, a member-based community seeking to create safe and legal access to cannabis, meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, go to www.safeaccesssd.org or call (619) 446-9786.
September 15 What: Yes We Cannabis Meeting. When/Where: 7:30 p.m. at Coffee Depot, 3204 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside. Info: The nonprofit pro-medical cannabis group meets every month to network, plan activities and discuss recent events. Go to www.yes-we-cannabis.org or call (951) 213-6705.
September 15-19 What: Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival. When/Where: Starts at 5 p.m. Sept. 15 at the Tower Plaza Shopping Center, 27527 Ynez Rd., Temecula. Info: Festival featuring various music performances and film screenings. For more details, call (951) 699-5514 or visit www.tviff.com.
September 15 What: High Desert Area Marijuana Anti-Prohibition Project meeting. When/Where: 6:30 p.m. at the Castle Inn, 1388 N. Golden Slipper Lane (near Landers). Info: The High Desert Area chapter of MAPP meets every third Wednesday of the month for patient support and to share valuable information. Call (760) 799-2055.
September 16-19 What: Route 66 Rendezvous. When/Where: Begins at 6 p.m. Sept. 16 in downtown San Bernardino. Info: Classic car show with free admission. Call (909) 388-2934 or visit www.route-66.org.
September 16-17 What: The Oddity Faire Tour. When/Where: 9 p.m. at Club Nokia, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. Info: This show will feature Primus with Mariachi el Bronx. Go to www.clubnokia.com or call (213) 765-7000 for more information.
September 17-19 What: Taste of Newport. When/Where: Kicks off 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at noon at Fashion Island, 600 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach. Info: Enjoy great food, wine and music at this 22nd annual celebration. See www.tasteofnewport.com.
September 17-19 What: Pasadena Greek Festival. When/Where: Starts at 5 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Santa Anita Race Track, 285 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia. Info: Greek-themed festival. For more information, call (626) 449-6943 or visit www.pasadenagreekfest.org.
September 17-19 What: Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival. When/Where: Starts at 5 p.m. Sep. 17 at Ports O’ Call Village, San Pedro. Info: Purported to be the world’s largest lobster festival. For more information, call (310) 798-7478 or visit www.lobsterfest.com.
September 17 What: Orange County NORML meeting. When/Where: 7 p.m. at Giovanni’s Pizza, 922 W. Williamson Ave., Fullerton. Info: The Orange County chapter of California NORML meets on the third Friday of every month. The public is invited to join to discuss current events, talk about local progress, plan future activities and enjoy free pizza. Email kandiceocnorml@aol.com for more information.
September 18 What: Serj Tankian: Imperfect Harmonies World Tour. When/Where: 7:30 p.m. at the Greek Theater, 2700 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles. Info: A live show by Serj Tankian, singer and songwriter for System of a Down and political activist. For more information, visit www.greektheatrela.com.
September 18 What: L.A. Americans for Safe Access Meeting. When/Where: 1 p.m. at 7100 Santa Monica Blvd., W. Hollywood (first floor of West Hollywood Gateway Mall). Info: L.A.’s chapter of Americans for Safe Access, the largest medical-marijuana advocacy group in the country, meets every third Saturday of the month. Email Don@SafeAccessNow.org for more info.
September 18-October 30 What: Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. When/Where: Starts noon Sept. 18 at the Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake. Info: Festival celebrating German traditions. For more information, call (909) 585-3000 or visit www.bigbearevents.com.
September 18-October 31 What: Pumpkin Festival. When/Where: Opens at 9 a.m. Sep. 18 at Peltzer Farms, 39925 Calle Contento, Temecula. Info: Pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins and lots of activities for the fall. Call (951) 695-1115 or visit www.peltzerfarms.com.
September 23 What: Margaret Cho: The Cho Dependant Tour. When/Where: 8:30 p.m at the Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim. Info: Margret Cho, the critically acclaimed comedienne, is making her way to Anaheim as she chronicles her famous struggles. For more information, visit www.grove-of-anaheim.com.
September 24 What: Helmet and Bison BC in concert. When/Where: 8 p.m. at the Galaxy Concert Theater, 3503 S. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana. Info: Doors open at 6 p.m. For more information, visit www.galaxytheatre.com.
September 24-26 What: Redondo Beach Lobster Festival. When/Where: Begins at 5 p.m. Sept. 24 at Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach. Info: Festival serving fresh Maine lobsters. For more details, call (310) 376-6911 or visit www.lobsterfestival.com.
September 24 What: Willie Nelson and Family w/special guest Ryan Bingham and The Dead Horses When/Where: 8 p.m. at the Greek Theater, 2700 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles. Info: Willie Nelson will be performing in support of his new release Country Music. For more information, visit www.greektheatrela.com.
September 25 What: “Glow: Dusk and Beyond.” When/Where: Starts at dusk at Santa Monica State Beach, Santa Monica. Info: All-night art event featuring international and original artwork. For more information, call (310) 458-8350 or visit www.glowsantamonica.org.
September 25 What: Latin American Parade & Festival. When/Where: Starts at 1 p.m. in Downtown Long Beach. Parade starts at Pine Avenue. Festival at First and Elm streets. Info: Latin American cultural parade and festival. For more details, call (562) 436-4259 or visit www.downtownlongbeach.org.
September 25 What: WAMMFEST: The Life in Green. When/Where: Noon to 5 p.m at San Lorenzo Park, 137 Dakota Ave., Santa Cruz. Info: This free annual celebration is offered in commemoration to those who have fought the fight for legalization. For more information, visit www.wammfest.org.
September 25 What: Cinematic Titanic screening. When/Where: 7 p.m and 9 p.m at the Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim. Info: Created by Joel Hodgson, feature-length movie Cinematic Titanic will play twice at the Grove. For more information, visit www.grove-of-anaheim.com.
September 25-26 What: KROQ Epicenter 2010. When/Where: Exact times are forthcoming, but the event will be held at Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Ave., Fontana. Info: Two-day ticket $149.50, one-day ticket $79.50. More information can be found at HYPERLINK “http://www.epicenterfestival.com”www.epicenterfestival.com.
September 25-26 What: International Cannabis and Hemp Expo. When/Where: 10 p.m. at the Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City. Info: This event features the leaders and activist of the cannabis industry. For more information, visit www.intche.org.
September 30 What: Pavement, Sonic Youth, and No Age in concert. When/Where: 8 p.m at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles. Info: For details regarding this alt-rock/indie rock show, visit www.hollywoodbowl.com.
October 1 What: Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers/ZZ Top in concert. When/Where: 7:30 p.m. at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles. Info: Tickets $45.50-$249.50. For more details, go to www.hollywoodbowl.com.
October 2 What: Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers/ZZ Top in concert. When/Where: 7:30 p.m. at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 8808 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine. Info: Tickets $35-$130. For more details, go to www.livenation.com.
October 3 What: Art Shack. When/Where: From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Laguna Beach Art Museum, 307 Cliff Dr., Laguna Beach. Info: Multiple pieces featuring the look and feel of huts and beach bums, presented by artists Don Ed Hardy, Shag and Paul Frank. For more info check out www.lagunaartmuseum.org.
October 7-8 What: Arcade Fire. When/Where: 8 p.m at the Shrine Auditorium, 700 W. 32nd St., Los Angeles. Info: Arcade Fire, the Canadian rock band, will showcase their musical chops and tracks from their new album The Suburbs at this two-night event. For details visit, www.shrineauditorium.com.
October 9 What: Ink’d Chronicles: Tattoos for the Cure. When/Where:
Noon to 2 a.m. at Ink’d Chronicles, 264 W. 2nd St., Pomona. Info: Ink’d Chronicles is hosting the event for people to support, sponsor and get inked for cancer awareness. For more information contact owner Terry Dipple at (909) 622-5351.
October 15 What: LCD Sound System. When/Where: 7 p.m. at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles. Info: Hot Chip and Sleigh Bells are also on the bill. For more info, log on to www.hollywoodbowl.com.
October 16-17 What: Long Beach, Los Angeles, Orange County Medical Marijuana Exposition & Patients Film Festival. When/Where: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. both days at the Gay and Lesbian Center of Greater Long Beach, 2017 E. Fourth St., Long Beach. Info: Music, guest speakers, medical marijuana flicks and more. $5 donation. Call Richard Eastman at (323) 474-4602 for details.
Through October 17 What: “Generations of Symbols.” When/Where: At the San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands. Info: Exhibit of Southern California basketry traditions. Call (909) 307-2669 or visit www.sbcounty.gov/museum.
Through November 23 What: “Yousuf Karsh: Regarding Heroes.” When/Where: Currently at the USC Fisher Museum of Art, 823 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. Info: Exhibit that displays the work of the famous portraitist and photographer Yousuf Karsh. For more details, call (213) 740-4561 or visit http://fisher.usc.edu.
November 12-14 What: Kush Expo: Medical Marijuana Show. When/Where: Starts at 4 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave. Anaheim. Info: Just days after the vote for Prop. 19, , get ready for an expo featuring booths, information and live performances. For more information, visit www.kushexpo.com.
November 6 What: Cheech & Chong’s “Get It Legal” Tour. When/Where: 8:15 p.m. at Gibson Amphitheatre, 100 Universal City Plaza, Los Angeles. Info: Marijuana comedy at its best. Tickets $39.50-$59.50. For further info go to www.cheechandchongtour.com.
November 29-30 What: Roger Waters’ “The Wall.” When/Where: 8 p.m. at the Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles. Info: Tickets $55-$250. For more details, go to www.staplescenter.com.
December 13-14 What: Roger Waters’ “The Wall.” When/Where: 8 p.m. at the Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim. Info: Tickets $71.70-$271.10. For more details, go to www.hondacenter.com.
Thru February28, 2011 What: Star Trek the Exhibition: Where Science Meets Science Fiction. When/Where: Open daily from noon to 8 p.m. at Riverside Metropolitan Showcase, 3800 Main St., Riverside. Info: Tickets $12 – $15. Call (951) 826 – 5273 or visit www.riversideca.gov/museum for more information.
June 17-18, 2011 What: U2 360° Tour. When/Where: 7 p.m. at Angels Stadium, 2000 Gene Autry Way, Anaheim. Info: Rescheduled from June 6-7 this year. Tickets available on www.livenation.com
