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Daily Email - Thursday - 11/07/2024

The weekend is almost here, and we couldn't be more relieved. Still need plans? You've come to the right place. We've got a pair of tickets to the California Wine Festival - Huntington Beach tomorrow, 11/7, and Friday, 11/8 at Pasea Hotel. Want in? Tap in.

JUST ANNOUNCED

BEST LGBTQ+ HAPPY HOURS IN LA

Photo: Michelle Groskopf for The New York Times

National Happy Hour Day may be next Tuesday, but we've never let holidays dictate our drinking plans before. Celebrate prematurely, grab your team, and head to the nearest watering hole that offers discounted drinks and quality moments. Check out our favorites below.

  • THE RUBY FRUIT: Serving brunch to happy hour, seven gays a week!

  • HONEY’S: LA’s queer haven where DJs, drag brunch, and soft pretzels meet.

  • AKBAR: This is a no-brainer for casual happy hour goers in Silver Lake.

  • PRECINCT: DTLA’s go-to gay bar!

  • THE BOULEVARD: Come for a drink, stay for a song (or five!)

THIS WEEKEND

🎙️ 070 Shake

Tonight, 11/7 at El Rey Theatre (8:30PM)

Def Jam Recordings artist 070 Shake has announced the release date for the new album Petrichor out next week! Listen to her live tonight. Get tickets now!

🎁 Mariah Carey

Tomorrow, 11/8 at Hollywood Bowl (8PM)

IT’S TIIIIIIMMMME! The queen of Christmas and her Christmas extravaganza is back and coming to The Hollywood Bowl tomorrow night! Get your tickets.

💧 Tears in the Club

Saturday, 11/9 at Junior High LA (7PM)  

Fantasy Suite is back at Junior High LA with their second annual Tears in the Club, an Emo strip night featuring thick and queer dancers! Get your tickets here.

📸 Trans Defense Fund LA Free Portrait Day

Sunday, 11/10 at Arts District (12PM)

A FREE photo session for the trans community! Come in any style you choose and get your photos taken for free by Nima Fatima at a professional studio. RSVP required!

🫖 Afternoon Tea

Sunday, 11/10 at The Black Cat (4PM)

Who wants some Afternoon Tea? Head to this outdoor drag show at The Black Cat this Sunday hosted by Morgan Wood. FREE entry — don’t miss it!

LOCALS ONLY

  • The California Constitution will no longer include outdated language that defines only marriages between a man and a woman as valid after voters approved Proposition 3 on Tuesday

  • California governor Gavin Newsom has called for a legislative special session to help protect the state’s policies on climate change, reproductive rights, and immigration ahead of Trump’s second Presidency.

The election results have shaken millions. If you or someone you know is in need, here are LGBTQ-friendly resources.