Event Calendar

The Skirball Cultural Center presents a celebration of Sigd, the Ethiopian Jewish holiday, with Beejhy Barhany and Jonah Platt. The program includes a ceremonial walk, an Ethiopian meal and coffee ceremony, live music, conversation, and a book signing. The 4:00 PM ceremonial walk is free and open to the public, while the 5:00 PM evening celebration requires a paid ticket. Visit the official event website for current admission and event information.

Veterans Day is an American holiday honoring military veterans. Both a federal holiday and a state holiday in all states, it is on the weekday closest to November 11th each year. It is also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the world, falling on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I.

Holiday Block Party is a holiday benefit event supporting Toys for Tots. The gathering includes live music by FM Station, a pop-up holiday shop, gourmet samplings, and beer and wine tastings. Tickets are available through Eventbrite or at the door, though pricing was not published on the venue listing. Visit the organizer's website for current admission and event information.

Archaeologist and historian Albert Knight presents a program on the West San Fernando Valley limestone industry and the Native American/French Basque community involved in its development and operation. This library event offers an opportunity to explore a focused chapter of regional history through Knight's presentation. Admission is free. Visit the official event page for current event details and updates.

In the United States, Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Day is an annual one-day legal holiday that is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November (i.e. the Thursday falling between November 22 and November 28). The period from Thanksgiving Day to New Year's Day is often collectively referred to as the "holiday season" and the holiday itself is often nicknamed Turkey Day. Thanksgiving is generally considered a secular holiday and is not directly based on religious canon or dogma. The holiday's origins trace to harvest festivals that have been celebrated in many cultures since ancient times and most people celebrate by gathering at home with family or friends for a holiday feast. A tradition also exists to share the fruits of the harvest with those who are less fortunate.

Take part in a Thanksgiving Day run-walk through the NoHo Arts District with 5K and 10K options benefiting Hope the Mission. A kids' 1K is also offered, providing an additional race distance as part of the event. Paid registration is required for the 5K and 10K, with listed registration pricing of $48.69–$48.70 including fees at the time checked. Visit the official event website for current registration and event information.