🐶 Networking, Life Advice, and Dog Trails

Welcome to your weekly San Fernando Valley update: February 26–March 4, 2026.

In this week’s NoHo Nick:

• 👋 Networking

• 🗣️ Advice

• 🎥 Movies

• 🐶 Dog Trails

Last week, I asked you, “What’s the #1 issue facing LA’s next mayor?”

Overwhelmingly, 44% said “Housing and Affordability” was their primary issue.

“Homelessness" captured 30% of the vote.

Have you already decided on which mayoral candidate you’ll vote for on June 2nd?

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Discover dog-friendly trails near you.

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🎬 Food Hall and Microcinema Coming to Reseda Theatre. The 1948 Reseda Theatre is getting a second life after a long closure. A 15,860-square-foot food hall, beer garden, and two-screen cinema could take over the space. The developers plan to keep the original exterior and restore the marquee. No opening date announced.

Ongoing

🍓 Granada Hills Farmers Market (Granada Hills): A weekly Friday night market with 50+ vendors. Fresh produce, street food, handcrafted goods, and good vibes. Free. Every Friday, from 6 PM to 10 PM.

Thursday, February 26

🎬 Filmmaker Networking Party (North Hollywood): A curated mixer for filmmakers. Plus, a matchmaking-style networking hour. $30. Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 7 to 11 PM at Lawless Brewing.

💻 Tech Networking Night: Media Industry (Burbank): A media-focused networking night for entertainment and tech professionals in TV, film, streaming, animation, and content creation. Appetizers included. Free. Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at Story Tavern.

🔥 Pokémon at the Library (Lake View Terrace): Test your knowledge with Pokémon trivia. Themed treats and crafts. Bring your cards or games to trade and play. All ages. Free. Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 4 to 5 PM at Lake View Terrace Branch Library.

📖 Variety Show & Audiobook Launch (North Hollywood): An intimate evening. Celebrating the launch of Chef's Kiss, a romantic indie audiobook. Live music, Bollywood dancing, pop-up photo studio, henna art, and chai. $15. Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at Moby's Coffee & Tea.

🎲 Nature-Themed Board Games (Kagel Canyon): A nature-themed board game night with titles like Wingspan, Cascadia, Ecologies, and Trails. Free snacks. Bring your own games, too. Free. Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at Dexter Park Community Center.

Friday, February 27

🎤 Karaoke Night (Sherman Oaks): Sing anything from any artist, genre, or decade at this all-genre karaoke night. Free. Friday, February 27, 2026, from 9 PM to 2 AM at The Aftermath Bar & Lounge.

🎬 Outdoor “Silent” Movie Night (Studio City): Watch The Sandlot under the stars at this outdoor screening with headphones, blankets, chairs, and popcorn included. $18. Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6:30 to 8 PM at The Shops at Sportsmen's Lodge.

🎬 IKEA Movie Night (Burbank): A screening of Disney & Pixar's Elemental in the IKEA Burbank restaurant. Complimentary popcorn is provided. Free. Friday, February 27, 2026, from 5:30 to 8 PM at IKEA Burbank.

Saturday, February 28

🗣️ "Been There Done That" Advice Booth (Burbank): A free weekly advice booth staffed by elders. Playful, meaningful community connection. Free. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 8 AM to 12 PM at the Burbank Farmers Market.

📚 Used Book Sale (Sylmar): Libro Swapmeet. Massive selection of used books starting at $1. Fill a tote bag for $25. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 12 to 8 PM at Tía Chucha's Centro Cultural & Bookstore.

🎁 Buy Nothing Gift Booth (North Hollywood): The Buy Nothing NoHo Arts group sets up a free gifting booth at the NoHo Farmers Market. Browse and take items. Drop off donations. Free. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM at NoHo Farmers Market (5000 Colfax Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601).

🎮 Pokémon 30th Anniversary Hangout (Burbank): A Pokémon trading event. Autographs from the voice actors of Mewtwo and Bulbasaur. Games and giveaways. Free. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 AM to 2 PM at Burbank Sportscards.

🪄 Magic at the Brewery (Burbank): Michael Rangel brings mind-blowing magic. Illusions alongside craft beer and food. $30. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 8 to 9:30 PM at Brews Brothers in Burbank.

🎧 Beginner DJ Workshop (North Hollywood): A hands-on DJ workshop. Get behind the decks. Learn basic mixing skills. $59–$99. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 3 to 5 PM at AMP Rehearsal.

🎵 House Music Night (Tarzana): A twice-monthly house music night showcasing the best electronic music DJs in the San Fernando Valley. Free. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9 PM to 1:45 AM at Dark Horse Tavern.

Sunday, March 1

🌱 Gardeners Potluck and Seed Swap (Granada Hills): A potluck and seed swap hosted in a fruit and veggie garden. Bring food to share, seeds to trade, and gardening questions. Free. Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 2 to 4 PM. Location details via DM.

🎵 70s Tribute Night (North Hollywood): LA artists perform live covers of 70s hits at this themed tribute night. Outfits encouraged. 21+. $13. Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 7 to 9 PM at The Good Nite.

Happening Soon

🍺 NoHo Locals Night (North Hollywood): Drink beer, build community, and talk local politics. This month features special guests Kenneth Mejia and Marissa Roy. Free. Monday, March 2, 2026, from 7–10 PM at Lawless Brewing.

🐕 Wine and Woofs Comedy Night (North Hollywood): Four comics perform a live comedy night hosted by a dog rescue. Wine and adoptable dogs on site. Free. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 PM at Haley's Wines.

🌙 Tarot and Poetry Workshop (Burbank): An evening of shadow work through tarot and poetry under the Virgo Full Moon. Pull tarot cards as mirrors for reflection. $10. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 8 to 9 PM at Feybl.

✍️ Creative Writing Event with Author Kiyash Monsef (North Hollywood): Explore creative writing techniques, build imaginative worlds, and learn about the author's journey to publication. Free. Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 5 to 6 PM at Valley Plaza Branch Library.

🍷 Wine Bar 8th Anniversary Party (Valley Village): Mirabelle Wine Bar celebrates its 8th anniversary with bottle pops and an all-night party. Free. Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 5 PM to close at Mirabelle Wine Bar (12518 Burbank Blvd, Valley Village, CA 91607).

🍽️ Women's Connection Brunch (Studio City): A brunch gathering for women to have thought-provoking conversations. All proceeds support dinners in correctional facilities. Suggested donation $35–$100. Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM at a private residence in Studio City.

🍯 Intro to Mead Making (Chatsworth): A hands-on mead-making class covering the craft, science, and taste of the world's oldest alcoholic beverage. $35. Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 3 to 4:30 PM at The Valley Hive (10538 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Chatsworth, CA 91311).

😂 “Near Sex for Work” Comedy Show (Elysian Valley): Funny stories from a decade of sex work. From dildo salesman to adult industry character actor. $19. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 PM at Elysian Theater (1944 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039).

💨 Scientists built a “Fitbit for farts.” (My wife sent me this one.)

🦅 A local man was jailed for giving alcohol to a hawk.

🎸 LAX has an ongoing concert series.

🗳️ Children in Portugal are allowed to vote for the President. (Except that all the candidates are fictional characters).

❓️ The Mexican-American War ended in 1847 in the San Fernando Valley. Today, there’s a museum at the location where the ceasefire agreement was signed. Where?

Hint: A single eye watches over it day and night.

Last week’s question: The San Fernando Valley is the birthplace of IHOP. The very first IHOP opened on July 7, 1958. Where?

Answer: On the corner of Riverside and Rose, across from Bob’s Big Boy in Burbank.

Thank you for reading. See you next week!

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