Archive for October, 2009

The following is a guest post by our frugalista friend Amy. Thank you for all your hard work & research, Amy! It’s almost Halloween.  Time to search for the perfect costume.  You walk into the Halloween store downtown and start looking at different things.  Only one problem.  The cheapest costume you can find is $50. … »

Fresh Cutt (14622 Ventura Blvd.) in Sherman Oaks is celebrating their Grand Opening tomorrow with free food from 12pm-6pm tomorow (10/15)!  The Mediterranean Cafe features a Jambalaya Cajun Bowl and a Three Cheese & Tomato Melt that sounds incredible. You will have your pick from the entire menu tomorrow but only one meal per person, so… »

Free fries for Facebook fans…say that 5 times fast! Become a fan of The Counter on Facebook and get free fries TODAY, October 13th. Once you’re a fan, just print out the coupon and on their page and bring it in for your yummy fries. I hear they have tasty burgers as well, so this… »

Film Producer, Photographer, and Artist Billy Blake creates abstract mixed media art inspired by the heartbreak of losing all his possessions in a fire that took his Malibu home. The show featuring these vibrant pieces will have an opening reception this Thursday, October 15th at the Backdoor Art Gallery (287 S. Robertson Blvd. Beverly Hills)…. »

Still looking for a halloween costume? Well Menchie’s would like to suggest you dress up as a swirl top! Print out one of their swirl tops and on October 30th and 31st go into a Menchie’s wearing it to get a FREE cup of Fro-Yo. If you’ve been reading us for a while, you know… »

Friday ArtRide Pasadena: Sort of like an art walk but on your bicycle! Join fellow two-wheel friends on an evening ride exploring Pasadena’s cultural and art institutions. The group will gather at 6pm and depart on their journey at 7pm sharp. Each stop will give you 20 minutes to check out the following museums: Armory… »

There are so many different forms of dance, each with their own music, attire, and even body types. But how do you know which dance style is right for you? The only way to really find out is to try it and this weekend (10/10) The Music Center is giving you the chance to try… »

The Jewish Federation in LA is fed up with hunger. And they have every right to be -one in eight people in Los Angeles is at the risk of hunger. It’s always nice to be able to give back without cutting too much into your own food budget, and now you can… The Federation is… »

When Groupons are extra cheap and extra cool, we think they deserve their own special post here on LA Decostified. (what’s a groupon?) Today’s Groupon offers a 2-Hour Improv Class at the famous Second City Training Center for only $10! The class is a $50 value, and is guaranteed to be a great way to… »

The LA Farmer’s Market is hosting The Great Pumpkin Giveaway this Sunday, October 11th from 12pm-2pm. Hopefully the weather stays this beautiful for Sunday. The pumpkin giveaway is a prelude to next weekend’s Fall Festival! Radio Disney’s Road Crew will be on-site hosting with music, games, and arts & crafts. But lets not forget the… »