Saturday, March 31, 2012

March 31, 2012 - Free Marvel Comics Ultimate Spider-Man launch party at Meltdown Comics today

Directions to this free event at Meltdown Comics can be found here.  For any additional information, please call Meltdown Comics at (323) 851-7223.

March 31, 2012 - ComicFest is a free event today at the FIDM Museum


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The 20th Annual Art of Motion Picture Costume Design Exhibition continues with free admission and some added goodies for comic book fans today!  From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. today the FIDM Museum & Galleries will be hosting ComicFest with several comic book artists on hand to discuss their work with you and sign your comic books.  You'll also be able to see the costumes used in the movies Captain America & Thor, create your own comic, there will be giveaways, a live DJ and more! 

The FIDM Museum & Galleries is located at 919 South Grand Avenue in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call the FIDM Museum & Galleries at (213) 623-5821 at extension 4.

March 31, 2012 - Free admission to The Grammy Museum today

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Bring the whole family out for free admission to The Grammy Museum at L.A. LIVE today!  The museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. today.  The Grammy Museum is 4 floors filled with incredible memorabilia from artists like The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Elvis Presley and more!  

The Grammy Museum is located at 800 West Olympic Boulevard in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For any further information, please call The Grammy Museum at (213) 765-6800 extension 3.


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Friday, March 30, 2012

March 30, 2012 - MTV's cast of The Buried Life sign their new book at The Grove

 The cast from MTV's The Buried Life (Ben Nemtin, Dave Lingwood, Duncan Penn and Jonnie Penn) will be signing copies of their new book What Do You Want to Do Before You Die? tonight at Barnes & Noble at The Grove!

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book when Barnes & Noble opens at 9:00 AM to ensure getting your book signed by The Buried Life cast when they arrive at 7:00 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call to make sure the wristbands are still available before you head down.  Bring your camera, as pictures are being allowed for this event.


The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.  



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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

March 28, 2012 - Aerosmith, Esperanza Spalding, The All-American Rejects and Siobhan Magnus are all stopping by The Grove today

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The Grove is going to be rocking today as lots of musical acts are stopping by today to meet fans, do their interviews with Extra and possibly do a song or two!  Rock and roll legends Steven Tyler and Aerosmith are scheduled to arrive sometime between 12:00-12:30 p.m. for their interview (they have a big announcement and won't be doing a musical performance).  Jazz singer Esperanza Spalding is scheduled to arrive at 1:30 p.m.  Alternative rockers The All-American Rejects are scheduled to arrive at 2:00 p.m.  Last but not least, American Idol season 9 finalist and rocker Siobhan Magnus is scheduled to arrive at 3:30 p.m.  These interviews will be taking place near the animated fountain at The Grove.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the appearance(s) you're interested in.  Occasionally, times change or celebrities are rescheduled.




Tuesday, March 27, 2012

March 27, 2012 - Kevin Smith is signing his new book at Barnes & Noble

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Author/director/actor Kevin Smith is signing his new book Tough Sh*t: Life Advice from a Fat, Lazy Slob Who Did Good tonight at Barnes & Noble at The Grove!

This is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book when Barnes & Noble opens at 9:00 AM to ensure getting it signed by Kevin Smith when he arrives at 7:00 PM.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call to make sure the wristbands are still available before you head down.  Kevin Smith will only be signing copies of his book purchased at Barnes & Noble and won't be signing any additional items or memorabilia. 

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

Monday, March 26, 2012

March 26, 2012 - Victoria Justice is dropping by The Grove today

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Actress and singer Victoria Justice is stopping by The Grove to meet fans and do an interview with Extra!  The interview is scheduled to take place at 11:30 AM, next to to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the details.  Occasionally, times change or celebrities are rescheduled.




Sunday, March 25, 2012

March 25, 2012 - Free screening of The Long Goodbye followed by a Q&A with star Elliot Gould & author Michael Connelly

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Today, there's a free screening of the 1973 movie The Long Goodbye followed by a rare question and answer session with star Elliot Gould and author Michael Connelly!  This event is taking place at the Santa Monica Public Library, at 2:00 p.m. in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Auditorium.  While this is a free event, seating is limited, so get there early.  The Santa Monica Public Library is located at 601 Santa Monica Boulevard and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call the Santa Monica Public Library at (310) 458-8600. 


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Saturday, March 24, 2012

March 24, 2012 - Stan Lee is stopping by The Grove to sign his new book

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Legendary comic book icon and former Marvel Comics president and chairman, Stan Lee is signing his new graphic novel Romeo and Juliet: The War today at Barnes & Noble at The Grove!

This event is a wristbanded event, so you'll want to buy the book when Barnes & Noble opens at 9:00 AM to ensure getting it signed by Stan Lee when he arrives at 5:00 PM for the book signing.  If you can't be at Barnes & Noble when they open, please call and make sure the wristbands are still available before you head down.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.

You might also want to print out a coupon for a $2.00 All Fruit smoothie at Jamba Juice here.  The coupon is good till Sunday.


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March 24, 2012 - Amber Benson is signing her new book today in Burbank

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Author, producer, director and actress Amber Benson is meeting fans and signing her new book How To Be Death today at Dark Delicacies!  The book signing starts at 2:00 PM.  Dark Delicacies is located at 3512 West Magnolia in Burbank and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on heading over to this signing, please call Dark Delicacies to confirm the appearance at (818) 556-6660.  Occasionally, times change or events are cancelled.






March 24, 2012 - Duff McKagan signs his new book today at Book Soup

Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver musician Duff McKagan is stopping by Book Soup to discuss and sign his new book It's So Easy: And Other Lies at 4:00 PM!  Book Soup is located at 8818 Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood and directions can be found here.  If you have any additional questions, please call Book Soup at (310) 659-3110.



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March 24, 2012 - Mirror Mirror festivities at The Grove today

Mirror Mirror opens in theaters on March 30th, but there's a free celebration today at The Grove for the whole family!  Live music, giveaways, arts & crafts, dancers and more will be in The Park area of The Grove from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. 

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080.

You might also want to print out a coupon for a $2.00 All Fruit smoothie at Jamba Juice here.  The coupon is good till Sunday.



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March 24, 2012 - RSVP for a free screening of Waiting for Guffman on 3/27 in Pasadena

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See a free screening of the 1996 movie Waiting for Guffman on March 27th at 7:30 p.m. in Pasadena!  You can RSVP for this screening starting at 2:00 p.m. today right here.  The screening is taking place at the Laemmle's Playhouse 7, located at 673 East Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena and directions can be found here.  For any further information, please call the Laemmle's Playhouse 7 at (310) 478-3836.


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Friday, March 23, 2012

March 23, 2012 - Martina Navratilova and Tony Dovolani are stopping by The Grove today

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Tennis legend and Dancing with the Stars contestant Martina Navratilova and her Dancing with the Stars partner Tony Dovolani are both stopping by The Grove to meet fans and do an interview with Extra!  The interview is scheduled to take place at 1:00 PM, next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the appearance.  Occasionally, times change or celebrities are rescheduled.


Thursday, March 22, 2012

March 22, 2012 - Cast members from The Hunger Games at Barnes & Noble today

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Cast members from The Hunger Games will be signing Barnes & Noble purchased items at The Grove tonight at 6:00 PM.  This is a wristbanded event, so if you want your Hunger Games book, NOOK book or soundtrack signed you're going to want to be at the store early to make your purchase.  Barnes & Noble opens at 9:00 AM, with a limited amount of wristbands and a big crowd expected.  If you can't be there when the store opens, call the number below to make sure wristbands are still available before you head down.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For further information, please call Barnes & Noble at (323) 525-0270.




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March 22, 2012 - Lily Collins is stopping by The Grove this morning

Actress Lily Collins is dropping by The Grove to meet fans and discussing her starring role as Snow White in the new movie Mirror Mirror with Extra!  The interview is scheduled to take place at 10:45 a.m. next to the Pacific Theatres at The Grove.

The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the appearance.  Occasionally, times change or celebrities are rescheduled.



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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

March 20, 2012 - Some locations for the latest Muppets movie

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With The Muppets being honored in Hollywood this morning and the release of The Muppets on DVD today, I thought it might be fun to list some of the local locations used in the 2011 film:
  •  The El Capitan Theatre and the Jim Henson Company Lot were used for scenes at "Muppet Studios."  The El Capitan Theatre is located at 6838 Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  The Jim Henson Company Lot is located at 1416 North La Brea Avenue in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.
    • Miss Piggy's Vogue Paris editing office was actually filmed at the Pink Palace Mansion.  The Pink Palace Mansion is located at 10100 Sunset Boulevard in Beverly Hills and directions can be found here.
      •  Tex Richman's office on the 51st floor was filmed at the City National Plaza (formally the headquarters for ARCO).  The City National Plaza is located at 505 South Flower Street in Los Angeles and directions can be found here
      •  The famous Pink's Hot Dogs was also used for a cameo in the film.  Pink's Hot Dogs is located at 709 North La Brea Avenue in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.




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        March 20, 2012 - The Muppets are getting their star on the Walk of Fame this morning

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        The Muppets are being honored with a star on the Walk of Fame at 11:30 AM!  Guest speakers at the event include Walt Disney Studios President, Rich Ross and The Jim Henson Company CEO, Lisa Henson.  The ceremony is taking place at 6834 Hollywood Boulevard (in front of Walt Disney's El Capitan Theatre) and directions can be found here.


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        March 20, 2012 - Coté de Pablo, Adam Levine and Selita Ebanks are all stopping by The Grove today

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        Lots of celebrities are stopping by The Grove today to meet fans and do their interviews with ExtraNCIS
        actress and singer Coté de Pablo is scheduled for 9:30 AM, Maroon 5 front man Adam Levine is scheduled for 12:00 PM and model Selita Ebanks is scheduled for 1:00 PM!  The interviews will be happening near the Pacific Theatres at The Grove.

        The Grove is located at 189 The Grove Drive in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  If you're planning on attending, please call The Grove at (323) 900-8080 to confirm the appearances.  Occasionally, times change or celebrities are rescheduled. 




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        Monday, March 19, 2012

        March 19, 2012 - American Reunion premieres at Grauman's Chinese Theatre tonight

        Tonight is the premiere of American Reunion at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood!  This is the highly anticipated return of the American Pie franchise.  Stars Jason Biggs, Alyson Hannigan, Seann William Scott, Mena Suvari, Tara Reid, Shannon Elizabeth, the rest of the cast and filmmakers are all scheduled to walk the red carpet starting at 6:30 p.m.  I'd recommend getting to the Chinese Theatre earlier if you want a good spot.

        Grauman's Chinese Theatre is located at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  You can park at the Hollywood and Highland Center for 4 hours for $2.00 after validation (which you can get at the information booth without having to purchase anything).  For further information, please call Grauman's Chinese Theatre at (323) 464-8111.



        Saturday, March 17, 2012

        March 17, 2012 - Mirror Mirror premieres at Grauman's Chinese Theatre this morning

        This morning is the premiere of Mirror Mirror at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood!  Stars Julia Roberts, Lily Collins, Armie Hammer, Sean Bean, Nathan Lane, the filmmakers and other stars from the movie are all scheduled to walk the red carpet starting at 11:00 a.m.  I'd recommend getting down there earlier if you want to find a good spot.

        Grauman's Chinese Theatre is located at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard and directions can be found here.  You can park at the Hollywood and Highland Center for 4 hours for $2.00 after validation (which you can get at the information booth without having to purchase anything).  For further information, please call Grauman's Chinese Theatre at (323) 464-8111. 


        Friday, March 16, 2012

        March 16, 2012 - RSVP for free tickets to the premiere of The Raid: Redemption at The Writers Guild Theater today


        All the details are above, but e-mail TheRaidRedemption@gmail.com to RSVP.  While this is a free event, I'd highly recommend arriving a lot earlier than the 7:30 p.m. start time to ensure you get a seat.  Directions to The Writers Guild Theater can be found here.


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        March 16, 2012 - Malcolm McDowell is being honored with a star on the Walk of Fame today

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        Actor Malcolm McDowell is being honored in the heart of Hollywood with a star on the Walk of Fame at 11:30 AM!  The ceremony is happening at 6714 Hollywood Boulevard (in front of the Pig 'N Whistle) and directions can be found here.

        Malcolm McDowell will also be making an appearance next door at the Egyptian Theatre for a Q&A session with Mary Steenburgen (who I assume will be a guest speaker at the Walk of Fame ceremony) in between a screening of A Clockwork Orange and  Time After Time.  Details can be found here.



        Thursday, March 15, 2012

        March 15, 2012 - Casa de Mi Padre screens on 3/18 followed by a Q&A with Will Ferrell

        I got word late last night that Will Ferrell was doing a question and answer session at the Arclight Hollywood on Sunday for his new movie.  By the time I got word only 35 seats were available, so I only had time to tweet the message a couple times before it sold out

        However, Will Ferrell is also doing another Q&A on Sunday, following the 7:30 p.m. screening of Casa de Mi Padre at The Landmark!  General admission tickets are $12.50 and senior citizens and children are $9.50.  Tickets can be purchased at the box office or online here.

        The Landmark is located at 10850 West Pico Boulevard in Los Angeles and directions can be found here.  For any additional information, please call The Landmark at (310) 470-0492.


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