Weekend events: Fun things to do in Los Angeles (Oct. 8-9)

Its time to kick your taste buds into high gear because its all about food this weekend in Los Angeles. Take a trip around the world with global fare or sample a taste of home with some of L.A.s local restaurant at this weekends food festivals. And if perhaps food extravaganzas arent quite on your agenda, worry not, there are plenty of other fun fall happenings in town this weekend.

Fun things to do in Los Angeles October 8-9, 2011

1. BAM Fest 2011 Beer, Art, & Musical Festival

Sample custom crafts from more than 20 breweries and tasty treats from various food trucks and enjoy live music and featured artwork at this years BAM Fest in Santa Monica.

When: Sunday, October 9; 1 PM 6 PM
Where: 18th Street Arts Center1639 18th Street, Santa Monica, 90404
Cost: $35
Info: 18thstreet.org

2. Taste of Encino

Back for its 24th year, the Taste of Encino features ethnic and American food, arts and crafts vendors, a kids corner with a moon bounce and rock climbing, live music, and more.

When: Sunday, October 9; 10 AM 5 PM
Where: Ventura Blvd. between Balboa Blvd. and Amestoy, Encino, 91316
Cost: Free
Info: TasteofEncino.com

3. 2nd Annual Taste of the Pier

Get ready for food tastings, face painting, live music and art at this years Taste of the Pier in Redondo Beach.

When: Saturday & Sunday, October 8-9; 12 PM 4 PM
Where: The Redondo Pier 100 Fishermans Warf, Redondo Beach, 90277
Cost: Free admission
Info: RedondoPier.com

4. 2011 DineLA Restaurant Week

This Sunday starts the second week of DineLA and its the perfect opportunity to discover why Los Angeles is considered a leading dining destination with diverse culinary experiences. Sample the cuisine of local restaurants throughout the Los Angeles area all week long.

When: Sunday Friday, October 9-14; times vary, please visit website for exact times
Where: Locations vary, please visit website for more details
Cost: $16-28 (lunches), $26-44 (dinners)
Info: DiscoverLosAngeles.com

5. MAFA presents Celebrate the Arts

Enjoy food, live entertainment, and art at one of the longest running art festivals in Southern California.

When: Saturday & Sunday, October 8-9; 10 AM 6 PM
Where: Monrovia Library Park321 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, 91016
Cost: Free
Info: MonroviaFineArts.org

6. "The important to budget travel is to prepare in front. When it comes along to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved trips and/or going to see new spots we have never been before, the actuality of cost and budgeting is often in the back of our thoughts. Arranging and spending our travel budget wisely is a priority for most families. Minimizing expending and expenses, while still experiencing your vacation to its fullest, is the key to confirmed success and fiscal liability. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The thinking regarding economizing money while touring is simple: Even if your personal funds is really tight, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or departing the homestead! Also thinking about that while traveling, whether on a price range or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a large vacation or travel costs!..". CicLAvia

Join in on the fun at L.A.s largest block party as 10 miles of normally car-congested streets are closed to cars and open for walking, biking, food, entertainment, and more.

When: Sunday, October 9; 10 AM 3 PM
Where: 10 mile stretch between East Hollywood and Cesar Chavez Boulevard
Cost: Free
Info: CicLAvia.org

Note: Event details are subject to change. Please confirm event information prior to going.

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