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 Music
Sondre Lerche at Mondrian Sessions Nov. 13. Norwegian singer/songwriter and guitarist brings his tunes to a special poolside performance at Skybar. Also see a DJ set by Diner (the DJs Lost Tooth). 21+ RSVP required skybarla@morganshotelgroup.com. Mondrian, 8440 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 323.848.6027.
 SHOP
Decadestwo pop-up & shoe sale Nov. 12-14. Shop shoes and accessories from including Chanel, Chloé, Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin, Prada, Gucci and more at up to 80% off retail, while complementing your wardrobe with the latest in contemporary designer duds and hard-to-find brands from Post26 at a pop up shop at Post26's upstairs space at Brentwood Country mart. Sunday brings decadestwo's infamous $150 shoe sale. Brentwood Country Mart, 225 26th St., Santa Monica. Info.
 Shop Montana Ave. + Help Fill Food Banks Nov. 13-21. It's a win-win situation. Bring three cans or plastic jars of food into a participating store (see list one website), and receive 15% off select items. All food will be donated to the Westside Food Bank. Montana Ave. between 7th to 17th Streets, Santa Monica. www.montanaave.com
 Sports
LAKERS VS. SUNS Nov. 14. Last season, the Phoenix Suns placed on the heels of the Los Angeles Lakers. Will Steve Nash have what it takes to go head to head with fellow point guard Kobe Bryant? Find out when the teams face off at Staples Center at L.A. Live downtown. 1111 S. Figueroa St., downtown, 800.745.3000 Map I15
 Museums
ENGAGED OBSERVERS: DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY SINCE THE SIXTIES Through Nov. 14. It's your last chance to see this exhibit at the Getty Center, which looks in-depth at the work of the most vital documentary photographers since the 1960s. The exhibition is structured around suites of photographs from projects such as Girl Culture by Lauren Greenfield, Vietnam Inc. by Philip Jones Griffiths and The Mennonites by Larry Towell. Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Drive, L.A., 310.440.7300 Map K7 getty.edu
 Extreme Exposure Through April 17. Photography exhibition features five photographers (Clyde Butcher, Paul Nicklen, Michael Nichols and Donna and Stephen O'Meara) who have made careers documenting some of the Earth's most extreme environments and endangered species. 2000 Avenue of the Stars, Century City, 310.209.4560 Map J11 www.annenbergspaceforphotography.org
 EAT | Drink
Napa Valley Grille Holiday Cooking Class Nov. 13. Overcome holiday feast intimidation by attending Executive Chef Joseph Gillard's holiday cooking class. Learn techniques and tricks for creating the perfect holiday feast, as Chef Gillard demonstrates how to create a turkey dinner in his signature culinary style. Also enjoy seasonal hors d'oeuvres and pours of California wine. Still not confident? All guests receive a special discount for a pre-ordered Thanksgiving meal from Napa Valley Grille. 2-4 p.m. $20/pp. Call for reservations. Napa Valley Grille, 1100 Glendon Ave., Westwood, 310.824.3322. www.napavalleygrille.com
 In the Making: Festive Desserts Without Fear Nov. 14. Monthly workshop series at BREADBAR West Third features Robert Wemischner who demonstrates who to create simple yet stunning desserts. Learn how to make Pears in Caramel with Rich Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream; Cranberry Pistachio Tart; Chocolate Fantasy served with fruits of the season. Following the workshop, guests will be treated to a three-course prix-fixe dinner comprised of the desserts created during the class, in addition to: fall spinach salad with persimmons, goat cheese, walnuts, and pomegranate vinaigrette; Chicken Rollatine stuffed with prosciutto and taleggio cheese with a side of Grilled Polenta. 5-8 p.m. $70/pp. Call for reservations. BREADBAR West Third, 8718 W. 3rd St., L.A., 310.205.0124. www.breadbar.net
 SAVOR SUNDAYS at Whist Sundays through Dec. 5. If you didn't catch it this summer, Chef Tony DiSalvo brings back his popular dining series Savor Sundays for a nine-week encore. Each Sunday DiSalvo highlights "family favorites" drawing from dishes his father cooked throughout his childhood. Three-course meal: $35/adult, $15/per child under 12. 5:30-9 p.m. Whist, Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel, 1819 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.260.7500.
 KJZZ SUNDAY BRUNCH Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa hosts the KJAZZ 88.1 FM Sunday Champagne Brunch Series with top jazz entertainment. Brunch includes all you can eat and drink from a wide variety of stations throughout the restaurant including omelets, eggs Benedict, waffles, carved prime rib, hot entrees, salads, desserts, champagne, mimosas and more. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Twist Restaurant, Renaissance Hollywood, Hotel, 1755 N Highland Ave., Hollywood, 323.491.1000.
 THEATER
HERSHEY FELDER IN MAESTRO: THE ART OF LEONARD BERNSTEIN Through Dec 12. Playwright-actor-composer Hershey Felder plays the gifted composer of West Side Story, Candide and many more. Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Westwood Village, 310.208.5454 Map J10
 randy newman's hARPS and ANGELS Through Dec. 22. World premiere musical with music and lyrics from beloved composer Randy Newman, about what it is like to "be born, grow up, fall in love, and live and die in America." Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.628.2772 Map H16
 VENICE Continuing. Hip-hop musical about two brothers on opposite sides in a terrorist war. One seeks peace, while the other keeps the city mired in violence. Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 213.628.2772 Map L11
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