NEWS

Tonight, meet the masters of mixology at The Sunset Strip’s farm to table eatery better known as Eveleigh. This week, Aidan Demarest, proprietor of the Neat Bar in Glendale and Stoli Elit Ambassador, steps behind the bar as the host for the ongoing Guest Bartender series. See what delicious libations are concocted from 7 -11 p.m. at the scenic back bar.  www.theeveleigh.com

Tuesday, July 10, KROQ presents an exclusive record release show with P.O.D. at The Roxy Theatre. Tickets to this special engagement include a copy of the band’s new album, Murdered Love, and access to a “meet & greet” prior to the show at SoundCheck Hollywood (8872 Sunset). Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $23.50. www.theroxyonsunset.com  www.soundcheckhollywood.com

Take full advantage of the impending heat wave this Wednesday, July 11 and spend the evening enjoying the chill sounds of Desert Nights in the Cactus Lounge of the ultra swank Standard Hotel. This week’s lineup includes the seductive sounds of The Blank Tapes, Leslie Lowe and Marianne Keith, with host and DJ Valida (KCRW). Entertainment begins 7:30 p.m., and entrance is free! www.standardhotels.com/hollywood

It’s the most magical time of the week! The weekly Sunset Strip Market transforms a City parking lot into a thriving certified farmers’ market on Thursday, July 12 from 5-9 p.m. Enjoy organic produce, freshly shucked oysters, free-range rotisserie chicken, organic tamales and farmstead cheeses while you sip a craft brew or California wine. This week’s event will feature musical performances by Blank Tapes, Mighty Forces and The Sweet Hurt as well as a chef dinner presented by Pink Taco Sunset Strip’s executive chef Jose Aleman featuring a Market-fresh ensalada del Mercado with heirloom tomatoes, goat cheese and olive oil and an assortment of amazing tacos! The live music is curated by DJ Valida and The Standard’s Desert Nights program. www.sunsetstripmarket.com

Sunset Strip powerhouse Warner Drive makes their triumphant return to the Viper Room this Friday, July 13 with special guests Lady Sinatra. Never failing to bring an explosively energetic performance to their legions of fans, expect one sweaty whiskey soaked night of debauchery!  Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door. Before heading to the show, catch up with WD axe grinder Candice Levinson swapping stories with The Shakers frontwoman Jodie Schell in an exclusive interview with TSS.com.  www.viperroom.com

Bon Appétit magazine presents Grub Crawl, an interactive, behind-the-scenes food, drink and music tour crisscrossing L.A.’s densely populated culinary landscape this Saturday, July 14. The Sunset Strip leg of the tour includes stops at Thai street food staple Night + Market (9041 Sunset) and The Roxy Theatre for an exclusive live performance by Vacationer. Various ticketing options available. Details at http://bagrubcrawl.com/losangeles.  www.nightmarketla.com/ www.theroxyonsunset.com

Add a little culture to your Sunday afternoon with the Story Salon at Book Soup on July 15. This event will feature published writers as well as local students ages 6-16, all of whom will read original, imaginative poems and stories that adults and children alike can enjoy. The event takes place from 3-4 p.m. and will feature readings from Brendan Constantine, Jack Grapes and students from Horace Mann School as well as a musical performance by Ivor "Jerry" Moore, a Freedom Rider from the ’60s and folk musician. www.booksoup.com

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--Brent X Mendoza, @brentXmendoza