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Through 10/31
Bert Stern’s The Last Sitting with Marilyn Monroe
The famous photo series taken six weeks before Marilyn Monroe’s tragic death is set to return to Hotel Bel-Air, where Bert Stern captured the starlet’s charisma and personality nearly 60 years ago. The exhibition features 15 photographs from The Last Sitting. Don’t miss this glimpse of Monroe at her most magnetic. Hotel Bel-Air, Bel-Air, dorchestercollection.com
10/2-3
LAWineFest
Finally able to celebrate its 15th anniversary after delays from the pandemic, the annual LAWineFest features a broad selection of wines and brews from around the world that keep loyal wine lovers coming back year after year. Tickets from $60, Harry Bridges Memorial Park, Long Beach, lawinefest.com
10/14
GLSEN Respect Awards
Tune in to the virtual GLSEN Respect Awards to join in honoring Eliza Byard, the organization’s former executive director, and the tremendous work the organization does for the LGBTQ+ community in schools. glsen.org
10/14-17
Modernism Week Fall Preview
Educational talks, events, shopping, architectural tours, parties and a glimpse at designer projects will offer fans of modernist architecture and design a taste of what to expect at the 11-day festival in February. Dubbed mini-Modernism Week, the four-day celebration includes a cocktail reception, live music and a first chance to shop before the public at the Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale Fall Edition. Tickets from $35, Palm Springs, modernismweek.com
10/21
Guts & Glory Gala
The upcoming fourth annual gala hosted by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation features hybrid options, from in-person VIP experiences to at-home options that include meal delivery. Expect cocktails, fine art, take-home gifts and a phenomenal upscale experience overall. 6:30PM, Denenberg Fine Arts, West Hollywood, crohnscolitisfoundation.org
10/22
Michelin Stars Under the Stars: A C-CAP Los Angeles Gala
Stellar chefs including Dominique Crenn—who has three Michelin stars under her—Joachim Splichal, Andreas Roller and pastry chef Donald Wressell are hosting this gala, with promises of mouthwatering food and a silent auction to benefit C-CAP’s culinary mission. Tickets $395, Jonathan Club, DTLA, ccapinc.org
10/22
ADV Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Golf and fundraising come together in this event by Alternatives to Domestic Violence. Since 1978, ADV has provided for victims of domestic violence through programs, services and education. Tee up on the impressive Glen Ivy green for a lively scramble tournament. 8AM, Glen Ivy Golf Club, Corona, alternativestodv.org
10/23
NephCure Save Our Kidney Gala
Watch live performances on the stage that once held Lucille Ball and Orson Welles, savor amazing food and bid in a silent auction for one-of-a-kind items all while supporting research and education for kidney disease. This Roaring ’20s-themed event will be an unforgettable night out. 6PM. NeueHouse Hollywood, Hollywood, nephcure.org
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