Recent event covered: 08.05.11 First Friday’s on Abbot Kinney.
The merchants of Abbot Kinney invite you to join them on the 1st Friday of every month for extended shopping hours. Next First Friday event is September 2nd, 2011.
Stores stay open until 10PM.
Bars and restaurants normal business hours.
Check out this month’s Friday, August 5th First Friday’s event photo and video coverage below.
Note: To view all the photos taken from this event, click on the “View photos” button at the bottom of the page. Also, at the bottom of the page is the Aviator Nation video! Don’t forget to check it out and see if you made the cut!
Whether it’s carting your wetsuit to the beach, or carrying your groceries from the farmer’s market, the Venice Market Bag’s waterproof inner lining and reinforced leather handles make this bag the perfect companion for your bike, or board.
The Apolis + MILKMADE Venice Market Bag is available exclusively at MILKMADE, online and in-store.
About Fabulous on a Budget: Fabulous on a Budget is the lifestyle manifesto for living la dolce vita on a dime. Leah and Mary initiated this concept back in 2004 while lounging poolside at The Ritz. As the girls survived on student salaries, they still managed to indulge in weekly manicures, a healthy dose of heels, and beach side residence. As everyone wanted to learn how, the duo set up shop to do just that, proclaiming to the world, “Everyone can be Fabulous!”
As students at the Los Angeles Fashion Institute, Leah and Mary met as they navigated their first city bus ride in the pouring rain. The girls instantly bonded over B rated Mexican food, devoting all future lunch hours to bean burritos, The $4.99 Store and $5 sunglasses. Within months, Fabulous on a Budget was born. Click here to read more!
TRIM: Trim is a trendy full-service salon located on Venice Beach’s famous Abbot Kinney Blvd. Trim rocks seven days a week and offers a first-time hair cut deal of 20 dollars, in addition to a range of coloring services and nail care treatments. Enjoy a stimulating scalp massage in the atrium sun room or sip a glass of wine on the deck. Permanent make up available.
Click here for more details
AWARD WINNING ARCH ARTIST KELLEY BAKER is offering 1/2 off 1st time eyebrow waxes at Trim. Award winning Arch Artist Kelley Baker is one of the most in-demand brow stylists for young Hollywood and SoCal influencers. Based in Los Angeles, this eyebrow artist has helped shape the faces of celebrities Mandy Moore, Jaime Pressley, and Kelly Rowland for red carpet events and magazine covers. Baker understands the importance of brows and how they affect one’s natural beauty. “Eyebrows frame the face and if they’re done right, can make anyone look amazing. Correctly groomed brows can give an instant lift and keep a person looking gorgeous without expensive medical treatments.” Click here for more details
LAMAI THAI MASSAGE: Close your eyes and imagine the full and total relaxation that is yours with a Thai massage. This ancient art, which was first developed during the age of Buddha 2500 years ago, has been kept alive through the teachings of massage masters at temples throughout Thailand, most notably Wat Po in Bangkok.
At Lamai Thai Massage our staff continues this fine and blissful art with their gentle deep manipulation of your sore muscles and attention to pressure points along the energy lines of your ailing body. Click here for more details . Check out Lamai’s local deal: $35/HR MASSAGES ALL DAY on First Friday’s from 7 a.m. – 10 pm. 7:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. is their $35/hour early bird special.
Aviator Nation: The “vintage t-shirt” has become an obvious worldwide obsession. Many companies have tackled the recreation of rocker tees and pop culture graphic tees. We see them all over the place in various fits and they continue to sell because the “past” is proven cool.
Aviator Nation has taken the vintage t-shirt reproduction to the next level. Paige Mycoskie, creator of Aviator Nation, has spent years collecting her own vintage tees. She has never been into buying the reproductions of rocker tees and other vintage reproductions because, in her opinion, the new ones don’t look or feel anything like a true vintage piece. It was Paige’s obsession with authentic vintage t-shirts, specifically those known as “vintage sports tees” that inspired Aviator Nation. Click here to read more.
About Poke Poke: Poke (pronounced poki) is not merely seasoned ahi: It’s a life style food and an affordable delicacy. A good description of poke is Hawaiian style tuna tar-tar. It’s fish (primarily Ahi) marinated in and mixed with onions and some other tasty veggies. Hawaiians generally pick up poke to-go at convenience stores where it’s prepared fresh. Poke can be dressed up to be served at “A-list” parties as a delicacy or served next to 7-layer dip at your BBQ. Click here for more info.
REVIEW ONE: Venice Paparazzi’s Alex
“Poke is the best quick food on the boardwalk. Ask any of the locals!! It is as addictive as cocaine and waaaay better for you! Super tasty beyond words.”
REVIEW TWO: Venice Paparazzi – Edizen
“I love food. Food makes me happy. Poke make me extra happy. I crave Poke. It is one of those dishes that when you take the first bite, you get sad for quick second because you know it is going to be gone soon. From that moment, I try to eat poke slow and in small bites so it can last a long time. Plus, Poke Poke is located on the Venice Boardwalk. Good food, a sunny outdoor patio and friendly service. Yes, this definitely a must do thing to do when in Venice.”
Poke Location: Poke-Poke is located on the Venice Boardwalk, directly accross from Muscle Beach. 1827 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
Hours: Mon-Sun 10:30ish am – Sun Down, 7 Days!
Mick Kelleher (guitar + vocals)
Chevy Martinez (bass)
Benjamin Kilmer (lead + vocals)
Robbie Coleman (drums)
August Poehls (sax + spoons)
Click here to watch the VIDEO OF THE AVIATOR NATION PARTY, PLUS LIVE MK & THE GENTLEMEN LIVE PERFORMANCE.
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