Virtual Events to Attend in May
Staying engaged with local communities and maintaining a vibrant social life has become harder than ever. But, for many of us, it’s also become even more important for our emotional and mental health, as we’re confined to our homes.
Fortunately, Los Angeles organizations, citizens, and institutions have come together to provide meaningful and entertaining online experiences.
Keep reading for 5 upcoming events this May that you can attend from your living room!
Daybreaker LIVE
Date: May 2
Time: 9 am to 12 pm PST
Cost: $8-$15
Daybreaker is an organization that throws early morning, before-work dance parties—unlike any other party you’ve ever been to. Attendees do one hour of movement, followed by two hours of epic dancing. There’s no alcohol served, encouraging attendees to let loose without it.
Now, the organization has moved its parties online, with participants tuning in from all around the globe. The upcoming event on May 2 will feature Latin-inspired music. From 9 am to 11 am PST, you’ll dance along to Latin music. Then, the event concludes with an hour-long “meditation and intention ceremony.”
Deep Talk: Building Resiliency Workshop
Date: May 2
Time: 10 am to 1 pm PST
Cost: $30
This event is a virtual workshop for those seeking ways to build emotional resiliency, especially related to recent upheavals due to the pandemic.
Part presentation, part intimate conversation, and part movement class, you’ll learn tools and mindsets shifts for how to be more effective at handling your emotions. Taught by Los Angeles life coach and breathwork teacher Mandy Sciacchitano.
Sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/deep-talk-building-resiliency-workshop-tickets-102956026246
Virtual Conversation: Career and Life Pivots
Date: May 14
Time: 9 am PST
Cost: $15
This virtual conversation is an intimate chat for women facing or considering a career or life pivot. It will be led by seasoned executive and business coach Sonia Jeantet.
Come prepared to ask honest questions and receive equally honest answers related to changing careers or shaking up your life.
It’s hosted through the gathering platform Kitchen Table.
Sign up: https://www.thekitchentableapp.com/meals/2560
Annenberg Space for Photography Audio Tours
Date: Ongoing
Time: Ongoing
Cost: Free!
If you missed the Annenberg’s recent “Hollywood Calling” exhibit (or any past exhibits), you can now get an up-close visual and audio tour online.
Tours feature high-resolution photographs and accompanying explanations and history of each photo. You can select your tour at any time.
Get your tour: https://www.annenbergphotospace.org/photo-space-audio-tours/
The Last Bookstore Virtual Book Clubs
Date: Various
Time: Various
Cost: $26.99
Los Angeles’ most iconic bookstore has moved its lively book club discussions online, to take place via Zoom.
With several different book clubs—including a feminist book club, true crime book club, and multiple traditional literary book clubs—you’re sure to find a discussion you’re interested in.
View all book clubs here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-last-bookstore-1419458137
