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CULTURE: FEATURE ALAN BERNER/SEATTLE TIMES/MCT

UNCOUPLING THE HOOKUP CULTURE

Do colleges need to change their “hookup” culture?

BY BOB LAIRD MCT FORUM Los Angeles Times (MCT) It appears that more young people are starting — finally — to question the “hookup” mentality that has become so common on many college campuses. Harvard sophomore Lisa Mogilanski put it this way: “Hookup culture is an unnavigable mush of vague intentions and desires. … We can try to dress it up as being freeing or equalizing the genders, but I fear it only leaves us equally impoverished.” Voices like Mogilanski’s are still the exception, however, and even many of those who see hookup culture as a problem stop short of embracing better alternatives. Casual sex on college campuses today, which often grows out of binge drinking, leads to sexually transmitted diseases, unwanted pregnancies and low self-esteem. It removes the romance, love and deep caring from relationships between men and women. Yet many American colleges and universities seem to be at least tacitly condoning the culture. While accompanying one of my children on a college tour several years ago, another high schooler asked the student guide about being able to drink and “have fun with my girlfriend” in the dorm rooms. The guide proceeded to tell him not to worry; no one enforced those rules. Boston University religion professor Donna Freitas, in her new book “The End of Sex,” suggests that the culture of casual hookups is leading to an unhappy, unfulfilled and confused generation. She cites overwhelming research showing predominantly negative experiences that result from hooking up because, for one thing, “it is purely physical and emotionally vacant.” But still, she denigrates abstinence education as “extreme to the point that students cannot imagine living it, nor do they wish to.” Columnist Emma Teitel, writing in Maclean’s, suggests that

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“if you have empty, meaningless sex throughout college, you’ll become an emotional cripple, contract gonorrhea and, most likely, vomit.” But then she adds: “These are lessons learned through experience, not indoctrination.” That seems nonsensical. I didn’t have to learn that, say, heroin was bad for me through experience. I didn’t learn it through “indoctrination” either. Young people who are given sound information can make rational decisions without having to engage in risky and detrimental behavior. In a 2012 report titled “Strategies for Reducing Binge Drinking and a ‘Hook-Up’ Culture on Campus,” Loyola Marymount University professor Christopher Kaczor found that “the ramifications of unhealthy behaviors in both drinking and sex go beyond the physical, psychological and social damage to the individuals partaking in the activities.” This behavior “inhibits ethical development through the focus on private indulgence of using other people for pleasure, rather than on loving, committed relationships.” That emotional state affects academic performance, and as Kaczor notes, can ultimately diminish “the institution’s ability to attract and retain excellent students and faculty.” It’s clearly in the interests of colleges and the students they serve to change the culture. How? A college student spends no more than six hours a day, four to five days a week, in the classroom. Any attempt to reduce the incidence of hooking up should be aimed at that time and those activities. One particular area of focus should be on freshmen when they first arrive at school. As Kaczor reports, “The first six weeks of the college experience are extremely important in establishing a student’s habits and identity.” It is during this time that “habits take root and patterns of behavior become established.” First-year students are experimenting with a new level of freedom, and a desire to fit in with their peers often turns them into

followers during this period, engaging in behaviors that produce unwanted consequences. Curbing binge drinking should be another focus. Franciscan University of Steubenville professor Anne Hendershott and assistant Nicholas Dunn survey the many links between drunkenness and the hookup culture in their study, “The ‘Hook-Up’ Culture on Catholic Campuses: A Review of the Literature.” If the former can be mitigated, they conclude, the latter would be reduced. For many families, education is among the largest investments they will make, and they should make those investments wisely. Parents should look beyond the academic credentials of the university before shelling out cash, asking tough questions of university administrators. Do residential assistants look the other way when drinking and visitation violations occur? Does the administration publicly condone such activity? What efforts do they make to educate students about responsible decisionmaking? Universities that openly condone or turn a blind eye to casual sex and alcohol abuse should be called to account. College is a wonderful place for young people to develop deep and lasting relationships based on mutual respect and love. But that won’t happen if they are simply focused on the next hookup.

ABOUT THE WRITER Bob Laird is director of programs at the Cardinal Newman Society. He wrote this for the Los Angeles Tumes. ©2013 Los Angeles Times Visit the Los Angeles Times at www.latimes.com Distributed by MCT Information Services Campus Circle 6.6.13 - 6.19.13

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FILM: FEATURE

THE BLING RING SHINES WITH STRONG L.A. THEMES Sofia Coppola’s latest portrays crime, excess and the obsession with celebrity. BY ANTIONE BOWMAN

The Bling Ring stars Taissa Farmiga, Israel Broussard, Harry Potter starlet Emma Watson, Katie Chang and Claire Julien.

There are certain aspects of one’s life that one might want to share—vacation photos, relationship status, work trouble—but details of a crime spree may not be one of those things. Yet, that’s what the kids in The Bling Ring, an upcoming movie based on true events directed by Sofia Coppola, did and it’s one of the reasons why she chose to direct this film. “There were so many great elements,” she said, according to a prepared statement. “Teen burglars, Hollywood night life, audacious break-ins. And it seemed to say so much about our culture today in terms of the things the kids were obsessed with—what they were posting pictures of and bragging about on Facebook.” In the film, the characters representing the real-life Bling Ring are exaggerated to meet the needs of a crime drama. The movie begins with a break-in. The Ring, donning hooded sweaters to hide their identities from any cameras, climb over a gate and walk toward a Hollywood Hills home backwards to hide their faces. Once inside, there is a seemingly endless amount of goodies to steal—shoes, clothes, rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, ridiculous volume of cash, anything a thief would ever want. After taking their share, the thieves clean up and leave, walk back to their car and drive off as if nothing happened, as if they just went shopping. After “shopping,” the gang hits up Los Angeles hot spots where they show off their new clothes and toys via Facebook. This or a variation happens several times throughout the film before Israel Broussard, who is portraying real-life thief Nicholas Prugo (called “Marc” in the film), is caught bare faced on a security camera in Orlando Bloom’s home. According to the story line, Prugo began sneaking into homes when he met Rachel Lee at their alternative high school. Katie Chang plays Lee. Chang, like many other people, believes her character “Rebecca” to be obsessed with fashion and celebrity. “Rebecca on the surface is a girl who is obsessed with fashion and celebrity culture. She wants to be part of the Hollywood lifestyle more than anything,” Chang said, according to the prepared statement. “Under the surface, Rebecca turns out to be incredibly manipulative and self-centered, willing to do

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anything to get what she wants or thinks she deserves without really considering the consequences.” The Facebook aspect of this film was all too real. The reallife Bling Ring and their film counterparts posted photos and status updates revealing their crimes. They showed off their new clothes, jewelry and stolen cash while providing detectives with more than enough evidence to put them away. In the real-life case, police officers discovered that Lee (the alleged “mastermind” of the ring) and Prugo (her right-hand man) were friends through the powerful research tool known as Facebook. While Facebook held some of the evidence of their crimes, the motivation behind them is older than all of the participants combined: celebrity. Lee was reportedly obsessed with celebrities like Lindsay Lohan. That people are and continue to be engulfed by the desire to be like celebrities is a central theme in The Bling Ring. And at the center of all of it, of course, is Los Angeles, with its myriad of famous people living in its boundaries. “I think Los Angeles is the center of American culture right now because of all these reality TV shows like the ‘Kardashians’ that are set in Hollywood and L.A.,” said Coppola. “Even though this red-carpet culture has become so influential around the country, the story could only take place here.” Behind celebrity theme are themes of excess and decadence. During the film, the Bling Ring frequented trendy nightclubs in Los Angeles. They also partook in the indulgence of alcohol, marijuana and cocaine. In fact, many portions of the movie featured a blunt being passed around and smoked by different Bling Ring members. There is also a stretch in the film, which again features drug use—this time cocaine. A lot of cocaine. They consumed it off of tables and credit cards all while in clubs. Whether the actual Bling Ring used drugs this frivolously or Coppola dramatized the details doesn’t matter much. What does matter is the fact that it does happen in Hollywood and kids do want to be like the people there. Overall, the themes of drugs, money, fashion, celebrity and excess are The Bling Ring’s strongest aspects.

After the Bling Ring The real life Bling Ring (or Hollywood Hills Burglar Bunch, or the Hollywood Hills Burglars, or simply the Burglar Bunch) was disbanded in 2009 following their arrests. Almost four years later, most of the members are out of prison. So, with the release of The Bling Ring nearing, we thought it would be interesting to check up on the group and see what they are up to. Rachel Lee – The alleged leader of the Bling Ring is currently serving out her four-year prison sentence in a state prison for her role in the burglaries. She began her sentence in October of 2011. Nicholas Prugo was released from jail in early April this year. After serving a year in jail awaiting his sentence, Prugo had his prison sentence cut in half, which he finished days later. Alexis Neiers – The apparent face of the Bling Ring was released after 30 days of a six-month sentence. Neiers had a reality show on E! called “Pretty Wild” that hasn’t had a new episode in more than three years. Diana Tamayo avoided a possible six years in prison by pleading no contest to her involvement in the Lindsay Lohan break in. She is currently serving three years probation. In addition, Tamayo had to do a 60-day stint of community service. Courtney Ames received the same three years probation that Tamayo got. She also had to 60 days of community service for her role in the Bling Ring.

The Bling Ring releases for a short time in theaters on Friday, June 14, 2013.

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FILM: FEATURE Google interns Billy (Vince Vaughn) and Nick (Owen Wilson) strategize during a walk-and-talk through the company’s hallways.

BY JESSICA GUYNN Los Angeles Times (MCT)

SAN FRANCISCO — As soon as the credits rolled on The Internship, Rachel Kang, a 20-year-old UC Berkeley sophomore from Torrance, headed straight back to her apartment to Google jobs at Google Inc. “I have always loved Google. I think everyone does. The movie just cemented my appreciation even more,” Kang said after seeing a sneak preview of the film last month. “I do think a lot of people will be even more drawn to the company than they are now.” That’s just what Google wants to hear. For years, summer internships at Google have been some of the technology industry’s most coveted. Now a 20th Century Fox film is selling a new generation on working at Google. In The Internship, Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson play middle-aged watch salesmen who, finding themselves suddenly obsolete in the digital age, crash Google and with a bit of oldschool charm and hustle, triumph over a group of 20-year-old summer interns to land full-time jobs there. Chief marketing officer Lorraine Twohill said Google lent its brand and its campus to the feel-good buddy comedy to get more people to feel good about Google. The movie hits theaters June 7. “We are a company that is very serious when it needs to be, but we have always had a great sense of humor,” Twohill said. “We wanted to show that side of us to a very large mainstream audience.” Google isn’t just selling the world on its products, which are prominently featured in the movie. It’s pitching its corporate culture. Google’s perks such as free gourmet food, nap pods and beach volleyball courts get plenty of screen time too. Observers say being cast as the young, hip place to work could help Google battle other technology giants such as Facebook Inc. and start-ups such as Dropbox Inc. for top talent. “Google has an incredible hunger for talent. It needs to continuously consume talent,” said marketing expert Andy Smith, coauthor of The Dragonfly Effect. “This movie will build awareness with a mainstream audience.” This year, Google will hire 1,500 summer interns in North America from a pool of 40,000-plus candidates. The summer internship program is the No. 1 source of new hires for Google, which has nearly 54,000 employees. Google executives say they are not sure whether the company will get a flood of resumes after the film opens next week. But Google is taking full advantage of its role in The Internship to promote itself to college students. The company has posted on its job website a scene from the movie in which Vaughn and Wilson are asked to answer a brain teaser that Google used to ask prospective hires: “You’re

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shrunken down to the size of nickels and dropped to the bottom of a blender. What do you do?” (The answer comes later in the movie: “If you shrink your strength to weight ratio, it allows you to jump way higher”). Accompanying the movie clip are interviews with real-life Google interns. With its high salaries, perks and college-like campus, Google has long been a top destination for summer interns, who recently rated Google the nation’s best place to work, according to career website Glassdoor. The highlights: A software engineering intern can expect an average monthly pay of $6,463, plenty of face time with managers and autonomy on projects, the Glassdoor survey found. With three new wellness centers and a seven-acre sports complex with a roller hockey rink, basketball courts, bocce and shuffle ball and horseshoe pits, Google for the fourth time was named by Fortune magazine this year as the best company for. “Everyone wants to work there,” said Jeff Ma, chief executive of San Francisco start-up TenXer Inc., which competes for job candidates with Google and tries to recruit Google employees. “This is probably just an additional factor to help it seem cool to work at Google.” Ma knows all about the attention a Hollywood film can bring. The 40-year-old former MIT student was the inspiration for “21,” the film about a reluctant whiz kid recruited by his MIT math professor, played by Kevin Spacey, to join a team of card counters. “It won’t necessarily increase the overall volume of people or the quality of the people applying, but it will help Google remain very relevant as a young person’s elite place to work,” Ma said. Google already gets lots of interest from college students searching for a summer job that hands them real responsibility and does not involve such mind-numbing activities as fetching coffee or making photocopies, said Kyle Ewing, Google’s talent and outreach program manager. One of those interns was Raymond Braun, 23, who ran a gantlet of job interviews to land a spot as a summer intern in 2010 and again in 2011 while attending Stanford University. “It honestly felt like I was going to Disney World,” said Braun, who now works full time at Google. Braun said he was paired with a mentor who checked in with him regularly. He helped organize Gayglers — gay lesbian, bisexual and transgender employees — for Gay Pride Week. And, with his fellow interns, Braun was treated to an evening cruise around San Francisco Bay aboard a four-story ferry with a dance floor, dining area and karaoke deck. The most rewarding part of his internship, Braun said, was working on “Life in a Day,” a crowdsourced documentary that

stitched together moments from their lives on a single day in 2010 that people uploaded to YouTube. The film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival and streamed live on YouTube. He and others at Google say being a Google intern isn’t quite the way it appears on the big screen. Vaughn and Wilson definitely pass the “layover test” for new hires as in who would you like to be stuck with in an airport. But it’s a far-fetched idea that the two goofy washouts would land internships at Google in real life. In the movie, Vaughn and Wilson enroll in the University of Phoenix (they dub it “the Harvard of the West”) to qualify for internships at Google. In order to get an internship at Google, students have to be enrolled in a full-time degree program (or in a graduate program). Vaughn and Wilson get an offer from Google after taking part in a Google Hangout video chat at a local library. In real life, interns go through at least two 45-minute interviews, and engineering interns are asked to code or solve a technical problem. Unlike in the movie, interns are not placed on teams and pitted against each other to compete for a small number of full-time jobs. There are no quotas for the number of summer interns Google hires, Ewing said. And the people who run the internship program are not meanspirited like Roger Chetty, played by Aasif Mandvi, Braun said. Mandvi’s character reveals himself to be likable at the end of the film, something that was not in the original script. Filmmakers say they did not make the change to appease Google. By and large, the movie shows Google as a fun — and meaningful — place to work, Kang said. She was won over by a scene in which a tireless Google employee, played by Rose Byrne, underscores the corporate philosophy of “Googleyness,” a combination of intellectual curiosity and a passion to change the world that the company says motivates its staffers. “I actually believe,” Byrne tells Wilson, “that what we do here helps make people’s lives a little bit better.” “It’s true. What Google does is very beneficial,” said Kang who uses Chrome as her Web browser, Gmail for email, YouTube to watch music videos and Google Docs to share college lecture notes with friends. “I can’t imagine living without it, even more than Facebook.” “Watching the movie gave me a sense of hope that I can find a job after graduation,” she said. “And it just made the workplace seem really amazing.” jessica.guynn@latimes.com ©2013 the Los Angeles Times Visit the Los Angeles Times at www.latimes.com Distributed by MCT Information Services

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MUSIC: INTERVIEW

SHE’S OUT OF THIS WORLD Her new album, I Thought I Was An Alien, promises to abduct you with heartfelt songs. BY AMANDA D’EGIDIO

In addition to singing, Soko has also done some acting. She was in the 2012 film, Augustine.

Some might call it an album for the hopeless romantic; others might be drawn by the love songs’ raw realness. Nevertheless, Soko’s new album is sure to captivate audiences. The singer, musical artist is set to release her new U.S. debut album I Thought I Was An Alien on June 11. With songs relating to that of utter sadness and heartbreak, this album is bound to set your mind in a delicate place. However, count on Soko’s sweet, sensual voice to take the ache away. Campus Circle: So basically, I know that everyone has been calling you “Soko” – what do your friends call you? Soko: Soko. CC: Everyone calls you “Soko” across the board? S: Yes – my family, my friends, everyone. CC: Did you just pick up the name randomly? Where did it come from? S: Well, it’s in my last name. My last name is Sokolinkski, so we are called “Soko” in school, and my dad’s nickname is Soko. My dad died when I was a kid, so I guess I just took on his name. CC: When did you start playing music? S: I started, I think, when I was 16. I started doing music when I was 20. I mean, I started playing music when I was 4 (playing piano when I was 4) for about seven years…and I continued on with being a music artist and just being super interested in it…like a total music nerd…. CC: How do you feel about first loves? When was your first love? S: My first love was when I was 18. He basically moved in the day that we met. He moved in with me on the first day…he stayed over the day we met, and then he never left.

describe the overall sound? S: I chose the name I Thought I Was An Alien because a lot of the times, I feel as a kid I must have been abucted, and that maybe I was coming from another planet because I had a hard time dealing with reality, understanding this world. I always felt like an outsider to most things… The sound…I think it’s mostly production. I chose the instrument and the influence and did all the arrangements and everything…There are some songs that are very deep down, and they are straight forward. The lyrics are almost like confessional because what I write, I write for someone, and I write about real things, things that I know and experience. I write because I’m just afraid that I won’t be able to remember what was going on in my life… CC: What would be your dream band to tour with? S: The drummer from Violet Femmes, Paul McCartney on the bass, Robert Smith in the band for sure, Morrissey in the band for sure. I can’t think of anyone else but the Cure guitarists because I have been listening to the first Cure record nonstop; it is so punk. Maybe the guy from Television playing guitar. CC: What is an average day in the life like for you? S: Oh my God…I’m seriously lacking routine. Every day is different; not one day is like another. Ideally [my day would be] waking up, going on a hike or going to the beach, getting fresh, [drinking] healthy smoothies, seeing my friends, playing music, going to the movies at night or going to a show, writing poetry and sleeping in my girlfriend’s arms. That’s good. CC: Regarding the “We Might Be Dead By Tomorrow” video, what was the inspiration behind it? S: The video was with my girl friend - not girlfriend. We had a little thing. She was not my girlfriend – well, I just think she is so beautiful and I just wanted to f*** her, and it was so unlike me. Her energy is very alive, and I was trying to bring that to the story and share little details and memories…[I] really was trying to capture it and put it in a cage and be able to remember it forever…

CC: And from there the relationship was good? S: Yeah, it was chaotic. It was passionate, like you’re two kids given this great gift of love without the rules of the game, so you will learn to make tough mistakes. That’s how you grow. I wrote this song [“First Love Never Dies”] for him, and we’re still very good friends...

CC: Would you rather be an alien or a cat? S: I’d be an alien. Or actually, I’d rather be an alien cat because I want to go up and explore the universe in a spaceship, but I also want to be pet all day, fed all day and be taken care of.

CC: Your new album comes out on June 11. How did you choose the name, and how would you

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DVD REVIEWS: 2 HIT SHOWS NOW AVAILABLE ON DVD!

Matt Smith will no longer be Dr. Who on the hit BBC show.

Dr. Who: The Snowmen (BBC) By Dashel Pierson Plesa Ah, Victorian London at Christmas time. The evil talking snowmen, lesbian lizard creatures from the dawn of time and time travelling superhero twits—you can almost smell the jolly spirit now. Wait, what? Ok, fine. Truthfully, this sounds more like the untruthful worlds of the “Twilight Zone” or maybe an M. Night Shyamalan flick. However actually, it’s the wacky world of the BBC’s “Doctor Who” and the show’s Christmas special, The Snowmen, is now available on DVD. Dr. Who, played by Matt Smith, is a British superhero that stands out like Big Ben on a clear day in London. Amidst James Bond and Sherlock Holmes, the Doctor shares some similarities with his fellow fictional Brits but bears his own distinctive style as well. Instead of flexing his muscles, like Bond, Dr. Who flexes his brain—making him more like Holmes. However, unlike Holmes, the Doctor deals with bizarre paranormal foes, like the evil, carnivorous snowmen of the Christmas special. In this installment to the “Dr. Who” saga, the Doctor must not only defeat the diabolical frost fiends, created by a lonely mad scientist, but he faces his own inner demons as well. The cunning voyager of time has lost faith in humanity and thus has chosen to abandon his dedication to the preservation of good. The only thing capable of restoring Dr. Who’s devotion to saving humanity from wickedness is love. Now, this clichéd dynamic of the infinite power of love may sound dull and spoiled, but Jenna-Louise Coleman (aka

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Clara - aka The Impossible Girl) surpasses that monotony. Coleman steals the show—with her good looks and giddy schoolgirl crush, she convinces the Doctor to continue caring about humanity and the viewer to keep watching. While the CGI on the evil snowmen might not be Michael Bay quality, the frozen monsters are likely to freeze viewers in their seats until the bitter end. And directly before those icy credits roll, the audience will thaw with warm salivation due to the cliffhanger hints of the Doctor’s next mind-bending adventure. Grade: B Pretty Little Liars: The Complete Third Season (Warner Bros) By Breelyn Williams The teen drama “Pretty Little Liars” returns to DVD on June 4 for Season 3 of the high school murder thriller based on the novels of the same name. In a season highly anticipated after the reveal of what was assumed to be the only villain of the show, heroines Aria, Spencer, Hanna and Emily continue the search in their small town of Rosewood for the killer of their beloved friend Allison, while simultaneously being cyber and physically bullied by a second “A” figure. If you ever find yourself desperately wishing you had a magical, detailed chart to guide you through all the unfathomably twisted plot moments and character motivations of the third season of “Pretty Little Liars,” then disc five’s feature “The ‘A’ Network” will come as a welcome relief and a perfect companion when re-watching episodes

from all three aired seasons. The format of the 15-minute feature proves that the stars of the show itself are as information hungry as the loyal fans when it comes to the genetics of who the second “A” is (the first “A” was revealed in Season 2 as Mona Vanderwaal), with each star revealing who they have always thought the high school villain would be. Some of their initial theories are eccentric and far-fetched, making traditional speculation from the loyal fandom look tame. It’s exhilarating to see the stars having the same epiphanies, speculations and overall delicious confusion the fans felt each week since the season premiere. Many of the most intriguing moments of “The ‘A’ Network” go to Marlene King, executive producer of the series, who outlines many the hints that have been dropped from the very first episode pointing towards Mona as “A.” These hints are notions the untrained eye would have never caught initially, pointing to a well contrived and complex writing process. The special features for Season 3 also boast four webisodes full of secrets, yet much of the information shown feels irrelevant in the larger scheme of the show’s plot. However, it is worth a watch. The “Pretty Little Liars” Season 3 DVD contains relevant and juicy new info about favorite characters fans will love to know – it’s information they cannot get from just the TV-aired episodes. The DVD also gives audiences an interesting look into how the show has been written in the past and how these plot development methods will influence the show’s future. Grade: A-

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NO-SWEAT SUMMER BEAUTY ESSENTIALS Products that will keep you springtime fresh during the upcoming months. BY ANGELA MATANO This body butter from Roots Rose Radish is for all skin types and it’s non-greasy!

Fitness Lip balm by Eos, both cute and practical, comes in an eggshaped pot. The delicious flavors, like Pomegranate & Raspberry, Sweet Mint and Lemon Drop, will make you want to collect them all. Grooming A good razor makes all the difference, especially during bathing suit season. Schick’s Hydro Silk Disposables utilizes five “curve-sensing” blades to keep legs smooth. Soft skin, an elusive summer goal, just got more attainable with ESPA’s Detoxifying Salt Scrub. This all-natural rub sweeps away dead skin, leaving behind a more radiant epidermis. Face Consistently ranked one of the most effective moisturizers, Olay Regenerist is an open secret in the beauty biz. The MicroSculpting Cream delivers intense hydration while brightening skin. A good toner can be a lifesaver, especially in the summer. Usana’s Sense has a great version that hydrates, refreshes and balances skin with one easy swipe of a cotton ball. Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen - a mantra that replays on a loop in my head. Revision Skincare makes it easy with Intellishade’s tinted moisturizer broad-spectrum SPF 45 -everything you need to protect your skin all day long. Gentle like a warren of bunnies, Dr. Hauschka’s Cleansing Milk cleans skin holistically. A make-up remover as well, this product does double duty effortlessly, without drying skin. Perfume Romance with a whiff of doom, Strange Invisible’s Rose with the Broken Neck Eau de Parfum smells lush and a little dangerous – a perfect summer combo.

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Make-up Tailoring eye shadows to eye color can really make eyes pop. Larenim’s Suspicion, a glorious emerald-teal takes hazel eyes to the next level.

If you don’t really like being outside, but still covet that day-in-the-sun vibe, Urban Decay’s Naked Flushed is the perfect blush/bronzer/highlighter combo. The tri-color palette easily swirls together leaving behind a more radiant you.

Gifts Too cute to keep to yourself, Julie Hewett’s Cheekie Cheek & Lip Shine in “Rosie” instantly brightens your day. The warm red with a hint of pink fades into skin leaving behind a warm glow. Smart and fun, Sappho’s eye and cheek colors snap neatly into their magnetic compacts. These organic pots of color come in dazzling shades, like Beckitt (shimmery green) and Patricia (warm violet). You don’t have to sacrifice chic to be eco-friendly. The exquisite packaging for Michel Design Works makes wrapping superfluous. The Red Coral Foaming Bubble Bath will easily turn into the prettiest thing in your bathroom. Honestly, you may just end up keeping this for yourself, but it’s the thought that counts, right? Lisa Hoffman’s fine fragrance jewelry lets you put the scent of your choice, like Tuscan Fig, in a vessel that you can wear around your neck – so cool!

Hair A brand consistently recommended by hair professionals, Rene Furterer stands at the top of the heap. The Acanthe Perfect Curls Shampoo and Conditioner works especially well in summer’s humidity to fight frizz. Better than leave-in conditioner, Klorane’s Leave-in Fluid quenches hair’s thirst like a Gatorade on a hot July day. Both nourishing and smoothing, this unusual product softens dry hair, leaving behind a more manageable mane.

Organic Worker B’s Honey Face Wash exploits the wonder of natural ingredients, like raw honey, sesame seeds and kukui nuts. Gentle and versatile, this cleanser also works well as a scrub or mask – just add sugar. Multi-purpose Like the infamous pairing of peanut butter and chocolate, Votre Vu Bebe Duette has created a new and unique combo sure to become a classic. This compact tube of hand cream includes a lip balm in the top and a mirror – perfect to keep in the car or your purse.

Sensitive Skin The French know skincare and Eau Thermale Avene’s line is one of their best. The Gentle Milk Cleanser works wonders to remove the detritus of the day without drying out the face. Another terrific European brand, Kneipp, uses natural plant-based ingredients to transform skin. Their Gentle Body Wash in Almond Blossom, smells so good you’ll never go back to a bar of soap. Body Taking your dry skin seriously, Roots Rose Radish’s Medicinal and Herbal Preparations Body Butter gives you all the good stuff and none of the bad. The Calendula Geranium scent smells like a warm day of gardening, when dirt, plants, sun and water collide. Mmmmm…tamarind and ginger smell so refreshing, you’ll want to jump in the shower immediately. Lulah’s invigorating Body Wash cleans and puts you in the right frame of mind to start your day. Campus Circle 6.6.13 - 6.19.13

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BY CAROLINE AGHAJANIAN & ANN AU

SUMMER FASHION GUIDE

Look stylish and cool this season! Summertime is coming up, which means it’s time to stock up on the hottest trends and accessories for the months ahead of you. However, it isn’t as easy as throwing on a sweater or coat on a cold day. It takes more planning, which can also take more money from your pocket. Here are some must-have budgetfriendly attire ideas for summer. White Dress: You can never go wrong with a simple white dress. White, for one, will reflect sunlight away from you, keeping you a lot cooler than those darker colors. A simple white dress also looks amazing with the nice tan you plan on getting this summer. You can wear a white dress with flats during the day and comfortable wedges during the evenings. Also, a white dress gives you more of an opportunity to accessorize, whether it’s with your choice of jewelry, a bright purse or a pair of shoes. You can find some of these dresses at stores such as Abercrombie & Fitch and Forever 21 – both offer white summer dresses at an affordable price. Floral Print: One of the best ways to add some color into your wardrobe is by buying floral prints. You can buy a variety of floral print clothing: shorts, jackets, tops and even dresses. For example, a floral print jacket would look great with the white dress mentioned above or even with a camisole and black shorts. These types of less expensive floral options can be found at stores like Forever 21 and H&M. Maxi Dresses: The go-to dress this summer is the long maxi dress. It’s something you’re going to wear on your lazy summer days when you don’t want to put much thought into your outfit. You can wear this maxi dress with flip-flops or strap-on sandals, and pair it with a round straw beach hat to complete your casual summer look. If you’re not the type of girl who wears color, you can stick to your darker-toned maxi dresses. In fact, black is the most common color of maxi dresses, and it leaves room to add a bit of color with accessories. Affordable maxi dresses can be found in stores such as ANGL or Foreign Exchange. Colorful Shorts and Tops: Now this is a given! You can find colorful tops anywhere from Forever 21 to the Nordstrom Juniors section. For tops, I recommend you stay away from basic T-shirts, and spice it up a bit by adding a few crop tops and some high-low or asymmetrical tops to your wardrobe. For shorts, jeans are always a favorite pick, but this summer try to invest in lace shorts. Last summer, white lace shorts were in style, and this year I predict seeing a lot of this and colored shorts. The best places to find these tops and shorts are local boutiques and online stores. In the Los Angeles area, Kaitlyn Clothing carries these items at affordable prices. White Denim and Linen Pants: This summer, you won’t just be

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getting rid of your heavy jeans – you’ll be replacing them. The best pair of pants to wear during the summer is white denim. White denim adds light to the leg area, which most of the time is neglected under dark work pants and blue denim. White denim also gives you the opportunity to wear colored asymmetrical tops (as mentioned before) while still being comfortable. These white pants and other colors can be found in stores such as PacSun. Linen pants are also perfect for the summertime; they’re light and loose. Many people hesitate to buy these pants because of their loose feel and tendency to make you legs look wider. However, if paired with a tight-fitted top, they actually make you look classy and laid back. You should try on various ones until you find a cut that fits your body shape. Stores such as Old Navy and Macy’s will have a greater selection with cheaper prices, and Gap and Guess by Marciano will have greater quality Linen pants but at a higher price. Flower Headbands: The romantic, summery and feminine flower headband Lana Del Rey sported in her “Born to Die” music video has made such a lasting impression, which makes it alluring to copy her style. Coincidently, the romantic boho/ hippie trend is still going strong this summer. So, there really is no reason not to jump on the bandwagon. These colorful and creative crowns can be worn to parties, graduation ceremonies and summer concerts. Crowns with simpler designs (like the one in the pictures) work well with all everyday outfits and create a girly vibe. Various styles can be found at Urban Outfitters. Or, you make one yourself! You’ll need: fake flowers, an elastic headband, scissors and a hot glue gun. Instructions: 1. Heat the glue gun. 2. Cut the flowers off the stem. Make sure to cut off any extra stems that pop up. 3. Glue the flower on the headband with the glue gun. *Note: If you find it difficult to glue the flowers on the headband directly, glue pieces of fabrics on the back of the flowers before gluing them on the headband. Jewelry: Summer is not the season to hold back, so your jewelry should make a statement. Opt for big, bold, colorful, “blingbling” pieces. Pair a casual outfit with a bright and colorful beaded bracelet along with a hard material gold bracelet. For a darker or more sophisticated look, wear a giant over-sized ring. It will give your outfit a funky, yet classy, vibe. Complete the outfit with some crystal or jewelry beads bracelets made out of softer material. These more feminine stunners will add a dash of elegance to your look. Last but not least, sport a custom word necklace. It is a subtle and sexy way to express your personality, individuality,

and it allows you to convey your beliefs. Gladiator Sandals: These Rome-inspired, ankle-length sandals have held on for yet another season, and that’s great news for us. Why? Because they’re perfect for everyone, and they go well with almost any outfit! Plus, since the lace of these sandals stop at the ankle, they won’t shorten petite girls like the higher-top, classic gladiators do. Pick a pair with a funky pattern, such as leopard, to create a more edgy vibe. White Shoes with Studded Detail: The combination of studded detail and white is the epitome of feminine and cool. While the light color makes the shoes really romantic and soft, the studs edge them up. Worried about the white making your legs look stubby? Don’t fret - this peep-toe style lengthens your legs, creating the illusion that you’re taller. Platform Flip-Flops: This trend has been around for a long time. We all know platform flip-flops are great because they can add a few inches to our height without sacrificing comfort. To refurbish this trend, avoid buying the common tacky “foamy”looking ones, and opt for those made with better quality and sturdier material. Also, wearing them with a toe ring or an ankle bracelet will automatically up the chic factor! Bathing Suit: In Los Angeles, the poolside and the beach are intended for more than just soaking up Vitamin D, getting a tan or enjoying juicy summer reads. They’re also platforms for fashionistas to express themselves by showcasing their stylish and creative swimsuits, as well as showing off their hard-earned beach bods. Let’s face it: we all want to be that girl rocking the most striking bathing suit that turns the most heads. Take notes on the following, and that may actually be you! 1. Retro Patterns: Forget about floral prints for now, this year’s bathing suit is dominated by polka dots and graphic stripes. These classic retro patterns are fun, playful and eye-catching. Whether you’re donning a one-piece, bikini or tankini, they will guarantee you that moment of shine while walking down the sandy runway. 2. Vintage Chic: This big trend is all about the high-waisted swimsuit bottoms. ‘50s-inspired pinup looks have been spotted on a lot of celebrities, including Ke$ha, Taylor Swift, AnnaLynne McCord and more. Also, these bottoms are very versatile and look great with all bathing suit tops, whether it’s string, halter or strapless. Don’t let money be the reason you don’t look great and feel comfortable this summer. There are many places that sell magazine-style clothing for much cheaper; you have to know where to look and what you’re looking for. Take these ideas and tips into consideration and avoid burning a hole in your pocket! Campus Circle 6.6.13 - 6.19.13

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SIP-WORTHY SUMMERTIME COCKTAIL IDEAS

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Popsicle Cocktail You’ve never experienced a Popsicle like this before! This recipe from Hostess with the Mostess blog (hwtm.com) calls for popsicles made with fresh fruit. Ingredients: Champagne and ginger ale (3 parts ginger ale and 1 part white rum or vodka) Your choice of popsicles Directions: Pour your light spritzer or fruity cocktail in a glass, and then add your Popsicle upside down. Enjoy! Creamsicle Cocktail We came up with this creamy concoction ourselves. It’s fast, easy and extremely low budget! Ingredients: Vanilla Vodka Vanilla Ice Cream 1 can Sunkist or Fanta orange soda Directions: Mix together in a chilled class and serve! Ultimate Root Beer Float Nugget Markets gives your Root Beer Float a more “grown-up” taste with this recipe. Like the Creamsicle Cocktail, it’s super easy to make! Ingredients: 2 oz Pinnacle Vodka Whipped 4 oz Root Beer Directions: Mix both ingredients in a glass filled with ice and garnish with a cherry. Watermelon Mojito Pops If you want a slightly more challenging cocktail-making adventure, try these Watermelon Mojito Pops from The Shiksa in the Kitchen (theshiksa.com). Watermelons are a favorite summertime fruit, but this recipe definitely makes it muy caliente! What you need: Citrus Juicer, whisk, mixing bowl, 9X13 Dish, wooden popsicle

sticks, baking sheets, nonstick foil. Ingredients: ¾ cup sugar 2 lbs triangular seedless watermelon slices, rinds removed 1 cup white rum 1/3 cup fresh lime juice ½ tsp mint extracts Directions: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 3/4 cup of water. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, till the sugar is dissolved (about 3 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. This is your simple syrup. Note: if your watermelon is not very ripe/ sweet or you prefer a sweeter pop, you can make your simple syrup with 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. To create triangular watermelon slices, choose a small, ripe, seedless watermelon (10-15 lbs). Cut the two tip ends off of the watermelon to flatten them. Stand the watermelon on one flat end so the other flat end is facing upward. Slice the watermelon lengthwise to create two long halves of melon. Slice each half lengthwise to create four equal quarters of melon. Take a quarter and slice it into triangles 1-inch thick. Use a small paring knife to cut the rind off of each triangle of melon. Weigh the slices till you have about 2 lbs of melon (about 10 triangles). Place the slices into a 9x13 dish in one layer. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the simple syrup, rum, lime juice, and mint extract. Pour the mojito mixture over the top of the watermelon slices. Let the fruit soak in the liquid at room temperature for 20 minutes. Take the melon slices out of the liquid and stick a wooden Popsicle stick into the base of each one. Place the watermelon pops onto a foil-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 1 hour. Vodka (or Rum) Watermelon If the previous watermelon cocktail is too much work for you, try this easy yet classic Vodka/Rum Watermelon recipe. Ingredients: Your choice of Rum or Vodka 1 Watermelon Directions: Carve a hole in the watermelon with a knife. Pour vodka or rum into the hole. Let it sit overnight (or for a few hours, at least). Cut up the watermelon and serve! (Simple, right?)

12 oz can lemonade concentrate, thawed 12 oz Pinnacle Raspberry Vodka 18 oz club soda 1/8 cup grenadine Optional: lemon wedges and raspberries for garnish. Directions: In a pitcher, combine ingredients and serve well. Use the lemonade concentrate for measuring the vodka (1 can) and club soda (1 ½ cans). Serve over ice. Homemade Sangria No more running to CVS and grabbing a big pitcher of Carlo Rossi Sangria! At your next pool party, treat your guests to this classic sangria recipe from marthastewart.com. Ingredients: 1 orange, halved and cut into ¼-inch slices 1 lime, thinly sliced crosswise 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup green grapes, halved ¼ cup brandy 1 bottle dry red wine, such as Rioja or Cabernet Sauvignon 4 cups chilled lemon-lime soda Ice Directions: In a pitcher or large bowl, combine orange, lime, apple, grapes, brandy and red wine. Stir to combine. Refrigerate for 1 hour (or overnight). To serve, add soda and ice. Rebecca Cooney/Newsday/MCT

Lounging by the pool with a glass of your favorite beverage in hand sounds like paradise, right? Well this summer, don’t settle for a simple glass of lemonade or iced tea – indulge in these sweet, alcoholic delights!

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CONTEMPORARY ART COMING YOUR WAY! A preview of art exhibits worth a visit this summer. BY ANTIONE BOWMAN

With summer almost here, scores of college kids like you will be left with scant options for activities to fill the time. Most of you will likely frequent a beach—think Zuma or Santa Monica. Others will attend music festivals or watch summer blockbusters. Truthfully, you probably wouldn’t go to an art exhibition. However, going to an exhibition is a great, hassle-free option to spend a day that would’ve otherwise been withered away doing nothing. With that in mind, here are nine exhibitions opening this summer (or soon after) in or near Los Angeles featuring contemporary art.

3. “Within the River of Time is My Mind” June 29 – Sept. 22 MOCA Pacific Design Center 8687 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles 90069 moca.org Opening in late June at the Museum of Contemporary Art is “Within the River of Time is My Mind” a solo exhibition from painter and street artist Chris Johanson. Through his artwork, Johanson portrays everyday human life with a twist of color and disruption to convey his message. Showing from June until near the end of September, this exhibition is a change of pace from the tone of “Geographies of Detention” – these paintings carry plenty of life in them.

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4. “Hearsay of the Soul” Aug. 13 – Jan.19 The Getty 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles 90049 Chris Johanson’s Being in My Life #1, 2013, acrylic, 310.440.7300 house, watercolor, paint on paper at the “Within the River of Time is My Mind” exhibit at MOCA. getty.edu For those who don’t find paintings, drawings and sculptures interesting to look at, here’s an exhibition from an artist who uses film as a medium. From German filmmaker Werner Herzog comes an experience more so than an exhibition at the Getty Center in Los Angeles. A fivechannel video projection by Herzog will accompany a score and performance by Dutch cellist and composer Ernst Reijseger. While the music plays, the video will be projected onto artwork done three centuries ago by Dutch artist Hercules Segers, creating a full encompassing exhibition that is both visually and audibly stimulating. Pelican Bay State Prison, (PBSP) – Crescent City, CA, 2001 by Sandow Birk will be at the “Geographies of Detention” exhibit at UCR.

Courtesy of the artist and Catharine Clark Gallery, San Francisco.

1. “Geographies of Detention” Opening June 1 at 6 p.m.—Sept. 7 (Traveling exhibition leaves Aug. 10) UC Riverside/California Museum of Photography 3824 Main Street, Riverside 92501 951.827.4787 artsblock.ucr.edu Photographs taken at some of the largest, most notorious detention centers in the United States will be on display at the University of California, Riverside. This exhibition will feature photos, paintings and films on the same subject. Highlighted artists include painter Sandow Birk, photographer Alyse Emdur and Richard Ross. The gallery will also include a traveling exhibition of the Guantanamo Public Memory Project, which was curated by students and opened in New York in December 2012. Films will be presented throughout the building as visitors receive a detailed view of locations they will hopefully never have to inhabit. 2. “Ancient Future” and “Works on Paper” June 30—Aug. 17 CB1 Gallery 207 W. 5th Street, Los Angeles 90013 213.806.7889 cb1gallery.com It doesn’t get much more contemporary than this. Located in downtown Los Angeles’ Art Walk, CB1 gallery was founded in 2010 and features young up-and-coming and mid-career artists of different disciplines. “Ancient Future” is a solo exhibition by Osvaldo Trujillo. Trujillo’s work is in painting and drawing formats, with an abstract quality that also holds some form. Opening alongside “Ancient Future” is “Works on Paper.” This is a group exhibition featuring exactly what the title touts: artwork on paper. From abstract to realist, this is a diverse group of rising artists.

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5. “The Universe Next Door” Oct. 1 – Jan. 5 The Getty 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles 90049 310.440.7300 getty.edu Also opening at the Getty is “The Universe Next Door.” Much of what photography encompasses is in the here and now—people use digital over film and techniques are lost—but Abelardo Morell, in his 25 years of activity in the “art world,” has tapped into the past to create modern photographs with an old school aesthetic. Morell will be showcasing a range of work, some of which have never before seen. This exhibition, which was organized by the Art Institute of Chicago with help from the J. Paul Getty Museum and the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, is worth the trip to the Getty. 6. “Bajo el Cielo de Mexico” and “As Far as I Could Get” LACMA 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90036 323.857.6000 Sept. 22 – Feb. 2 (Baja el Cielo de Mexico) Oct. 6 – Feb. 2 (As Far as I Could Get) lacma.org A pair of notable exhibitions featuring contemporary art and artists is opening at the Los Angeles Contemporary Museum of Art this fall. The first, opening in September, is “Bajo el Cielo de Mexico.” Taken from the archives of deceased Mexican cinematographer Gabriel Figueroa, these film clips, paintings, photographs, posters and documents showcase Figueroa’s work as well as those who worked with him. “As Far as I Could Get” is a solo exhibition, which features the photographs of John Divola, an alumnus of California State University, Northridge and the University of California, Los Angeles.

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Festivals Ink-N-Iron Festival Queen Mary 1126 Queen’s Highway, Long Beach ink-n-iron.com Get ready for 280 of the best tattoo artists in the world that will be on hand from 30 states and 25 countries representing all the tattoo styles at this fest. Plus, Hot Rods-Kustoms, live music, burlesque, art shows, ‘50s fashion, aerial showgirls, contests, movies on the green and the breathtaking view of and from the gigantic Queen Mary. When Friday, June 7-Sunday, June 9 Times Friday: 2 p.m.-12 a.m., Saturday: 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Sunday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Prices Tix start @ $60

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THURSDAY, JUNE 6 Expos Long Beach Coin, Stamp & Collectibles Expo Long Beach Convention Center 300 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach longbeachexpo.com One of the largest shows of its kind provides a venue for dealers, mints, collectors, numismatic and philatelic organizations to gather, do business, market new products and present educational exhibits. When Thursday, June 6-Saturday, June 8 Times Thursday & Friday: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Price $8

Film Ghostbusters Vista Theatre 4473 Sunset Drive, Los Angeles brownpapertickets.com/event/386573 Lindsey Buckingham was approached to write the theme song after the successful collaboration for National Lampoon’s Vacation (“Holiday Road”). He declined because he didn’t want to get into the rut of being asked to write movie themes. When Friday, June 7 Times 11:59 p.m. Prices $10.50

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Festivals L.A. WineFest Raleigh Studios 5300 Melrose, Los Angeles lawinefest.com Everything you wanted to know about wine with demonstrations, seminars, food and many exhibitors featuring more than 500 kinds of wine. When Saturday, June 8-Sunday, June 9 Times Saturday: 2-6 p.m., Sunday: 12-5 p.m. Prices Tix start @ $20 Expos Ninja-Con JACC Center 244 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles ninja-conla.org Events will be run by popular cosplay professionals and anime enthusiasts who are willing to discuss and share their hobbies with anime and culture fans new and old. When Saturday, June 8 Time Starts @ 8 a.m. Prices Tix start @ $20

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Festivals Paddleboard Race & Ocean Festival Santa Monica Pier 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica santamonicapier.org/pier-paddle Many of the sport’s top competitors will compete in the new 5.5-mile Elite Race and battle for the Tommy Bahama Team Challenge SUP Relay Cup. There will also be a lifeguard and surf history pop-up museum, as well as a Tommy Bahama rum lounge and a Sierra Nevada beer garden. Hula dancers will perform throughout the day on the pier deck while live music and an awards ceremony will follow the completion of the races. When Saturday, June 8 Times 7:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Price Free SUNDAY, JUNE 9 Comedy Bill Cosby Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts 12700 Center Court Drive S, Cerritos billcosby.com “The Cosby Show” is one of only three TV programs that have been #1 in the Nielsen ratings for at least five consecutive seasons, along with “All in the Family” and “American Idol.” When Sunday, June 9 Times 3 & 7 p.m. Prices Tix start @ $39 Sports L.A. River Ride Autry National Center 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles la-bike.org/riverride Join more than 2,000 bike riders for a day of cycling, an Eco Expo, raffles, live music, food and more. When Sunday, June 9 Times Check website for times Prices Tix start @ $50 MONDAY, JUNE 10 TV Pretty Little Liars Paley Center for Media 465 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills paleycenter.org/2013-spring-pretty-little-liars The cast and creative team of one of TV’s most tweeted about series offer a special preview of their highly anticipated fourth season premiere and give us an insightful look behind the scenes. When Monday, June 10 Times 7:00 p.m. Prices $20 TUESDAY, JUNE 11

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American and international cinema and provides the movieloving public with access to some of the most critically acclaimed filmmakers, film industry professionals and emerging new talent. The festival features unique signature programs including the Filmmaker Retreat, several Outdoor Screenings, intimate Coffee Talks and more. Additionally, the festival screens short films created by high school students and has a special section devoted to music videos. When Thursday, June 13-Sunday, June 23

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Sports Phil Jackson in Conversation with John Salley Alex Theatre 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale alextheatre.org/calendar/events Salley, who played for Jackson in Chicago and Los Angeles, talks with the Hall of Fame coach about his book, Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success. When Wednesday, June 12, 2013 Times 8:00 p.m. Prices Tix start @ $20 Music The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses Greek Theatre 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles greektheatrela.com Based on one of the most popular and beloved video game series of all time, the concert features live orchestral performances of theme music from Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda franchise. When Wednesday, June 12 Times 8:00 p.m. Prices Tix start @ $40 THURSDAY, JUNE 13 Film Blazing Saddles ArcLight Hollywood 6360 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles https://www.arclightcinemas.com/Movies/Arclight-Presents The role of Bart was intended for Richard Pryor, but due to the controversial nature of Pryor’s stand-up routines of the day and his background, Mel Brooks couldn’t secure financing for the project with Pryor in that role. Thus, Pryor was made a co-writer of the script, and Cleavon Little played Bart. When Thursday, June 13 Time 8:00 p.m. Price $14 Theatre Hollywood Fringe Festival hollywoodfringe.org This annual celebration of the emerging arts includes both traditional and unorthodox venues hosting performances that are self-produced by local, national and international arts companies and independent performers. Fringe Festivals foster the work of both the well established and the obscure; everyone has the opportunity to participate. When Thursday, June 13-Sunday, June 30 Film Los Angeles Film Festival Regal Cinema at LA Live 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles lafilmfest.com The Los Angeles Film Festival showcases the best in new

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Film National Lampoon’s Vacation Academy Hollywood 1341 Vine Street, Los Angeles oscars.org/events-exhibitions/outdoors/index.html In the Walley World scenes near the end, Anthony Michael Hall is taller than Beverly D’Angelo. In previous scenes with her, they share the same height. This was because Hall grew three inches after principal photography finished. The ending was re-shot four months afterward, because the original ending failed with test audiences. When Friday, June 14 Times Gates @ 6:30 p.m. Prices $5, $3 w/ student ID SATURDAY, JUNE 15 Music 50 Free Summer Concerts MacArthur Park - Levitt Pavilion 2230 West 6th Street, Los Angeles levittla.org With open lawn seating and music from around the world reflecting the diversity of L.A., you can enjoy a summer evening in the park. When Saturday, June 15-Sunday, August 25 Times Check website for times Price Free Festivals Chinatown Summer Nights Chinatown Central Plaza 947 N. Broadway, Los Angeles chinatownsummernights.com Experience the many culinary offerings of Chinatown through “Iron Chef ”-style cooking competitions, great dining by local restaurants serving authentic Chinese and Asian cuisine and non-stop noshing at L.A.’s best gourmet food trucks. Music combines with interactive art pulses—from dancing on Chinatown’s large outdoor dance floor with KCRW DJs Jason Bentley, Jeremy Sole, Anthony Valadez, Valida and more, to curated large-scale outdoor video projections. You can also take part in hands-on, Chinese cultural activities and watch some of the best local music acts in L.A. When Saturday, June 15 Times 5:00 p.m. Prices Free Festivals Pasadena Chalk Festival Paseo Colorado 280 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena pasadenachalkfestival.com More than 500 artists come from all across Southern California to spend two days on their hands and knees creating 175 spectacular chalk murals on concrete areas in every style imaginable. Besides being able to watch artists at work, there is live music and entertainment throughout the weekend along with the Pasadena Police Classic Car Show. When Saturday, June 15-Sunday, June 16 Times 10:00 a.m. Prices Free MONDAY, JUNE 17 Workshops Warthogs Academy Summer Camp Whimsic Alley 5464 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles

Malibu Beer Festival Malibu Inn 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu malibubeerfestival.com

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Music Matthew Morrison Barnes & Noble @ The Grove 189 Grove Drive, Los Angeles barnesandnoble.com/event/80105 The Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominated star of “Glee” will sign his CD, Where It All Began. When Wednesday, June 12 Times 7:00 p.m.

facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=536976386341715 Young witches and wizards (ages 8 and over) will take potions classes, learn to play Quidditch, enjoy two magical excursions each week and much more. When Monday, June 17-Friday, June 28 TUESDAY, JUNE 18 Theatre The Judy Show - My Life as a Sitcom Geffen Playhouse 10886 Le Conte Ave., Los Angeles geffenplayhouse.com/more_info.php?show_id=172 Judy Gold has always dreamt big. As an awkward kid growing up in New Jersey, Gold had fantasies of running away to “The Brady Bunch” house or climbing aboard the “The Partridge Family” bus. She unabashedly recounts the mix of riotous, touching and otherwise embarrassing moments that taught her “The Facts of Life.” Infused with pop-culture references as well as her signature irreverent humor, “The Judy Show” covers life, love, showbiz and ultimately her quest for her very own show — all in a way that might make Rhoda proud. When Tuesday, June 18-Sunday, July 28 Times Tues.-Fri. @ 8 p.m., Saturdays @ 3 & 8 p.m., Sundays @ 2 & 7 p.m. Prices Check website for prices WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 Theatre Kirsten Vangsness: Mess Theatre of Note 1517 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles hollywoodfringe.org/projects/486 “Criminal Minds’” Garcia’s mostly funny exploration of being kind of a mess. When Wednesday, June 19 Times 8:00 p.m. Prices Check website for prices Campus Circle 6.6.13 - 6.19.13

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