⛈️ Rain, Waymos, and Comedy Shows

Welcome to your weekly San Fernando Valley update: November 13–19, 2025.

In this week’s NoHo Nick:

• 🎤 Comedy shows

• 🤠 Country festival

• ⛈️ Rain

I’ve got lots of questions for graffiti artists.

Like, how did you get up there?

Did you bring the ladder with you?

How much does all of that paint cost?

What does your tag say?

🎤 NEW—The Big Beautiful Show (Burbank):

A brand-new late-night comedy showcase that tackles the week's headlines

Stand-up, panel discussions, and sharp characters at Flappers Comedy.

Featuring:

• Danny Jolles (Hacks),

• Ellory Smith (Robot Chicken),

• Esteban Gast (Jungletown),

• and more top comedians.

Come solo or bring some friends.

Get two tickets for the price of one →

$25. Sunday, November 16, from 7:30 PM to 9 PM at Flappers Comedy Club.

@thebigbeautifulshow

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Here’s what’s happening:

🎒 Free preschool for all 4-year-olds. Transitional kindergarten (TK) became universally available this school year. Kids learn school routines, social-emotional skills, and early academics through play. There is no mandatory attendance, but districts are required to offer it. (LAist)

🤖 Waymo robotaxis hit the freeway. The driverless ride-hailing service now transports paid passengers on freeways when it's meaningfully faster, traveling at speeds of up to 65 mph. (CNBC)

These are my favorite upcoming events:

Ongoing

🎸 Local Music Nights (Canoga Park): Performances from hometown musicians, plus food from Osborne Pizza Kitchen. Free. Saturdays, from 8 PM to 11 PM, at 818 Brewing.

🎲 Burbank Game Nights. A weekly board game night. Limited to 9 people at Matt’s apartment. Free. Fridays, at 7 PM.

🎨 Art Club (West Hills): Weekly creative sessions where the journey matters more than the finished product. Experiment with painting, drawing, sculpting, and collage in a supportive, judgment-free space. Materials are provided; no experience is needed. Bring your imagination. Free. Tuesdays, at 7 PM at Social Medium Makerspace.

Thursday, November 13

🎹 Jazz Piano Night (Sherman Oaks): Live jazz piano on a rainy fall evening. Enjoy smooth jazz and flute tunes while sipping craft beer, wine, cider, mead, and harder seltzers with 10% off. Free (21+). Thursday, November 13, from 7 PM to 9 PM, at The Aftermath Bar & Lounge.

Friday, November 14

🎤 The Freaky Friday Freak Show (Glendale): Unforgettable night of comedy at The Glendale Room's latest lineup. Eight hilarious comedians ready to make you laugh. Only two more shows left this year. Don't miss this chance to “party with the freaks.” $12. Friday, November 14, at 8 PM at The Glendale Room.

🎨 Warner Bros. Art Expo (Burbank): Shop and view original animation art from Batman, Hanna-Barbera, DC Comics, Harry Potter, Looney Tunes, and Animaniacs. Free. November 14, from 8:30 AM to 7 PM at Warner Bros. Studio Store.

🍱 Japanese Food Expo (Universal City): Authentic Japanese cuisine, premium sake, and cultural performances with over 100 food samplings, a live bluefin tuna cutting demo, DIY onigiri bar, taiko drumming, and Japanese beer tastings. $80. Includes all food and drink. Friday, November 14, from 5 PM to 9 PM, at the Hilton Universal City.

🛍️ Holiday Shopping Event (Burbank): Boys & Girls Club marketplace features 50+ local vendors selling crafts, jewelry, clothing, home décor, and collectibles. Proceeds benefit local youth programs. Free. Friday, November 14, from 3 PM to 9 PM, at the Boys & Girls Club of Burbank.

Saturday, November 15

🤠 San Fernando Valley Country Music Fest (Canoga Park): An all-ages country music showcase featuring Tomorrow's Anthem, The Hollywood Hillbillies, The What Four, Tar and Flowers, Six String Guillotine, and Tori Leppert. Plus, line dancing. Free. Friday, November 15, at 1 PM, at 818 Brewing.

🦃 Hope for the Homeless Thanksgiving Event (Chatsworth): Offering hot meals, clothing, and blessing bags for neighbors experiencing homelessness. They’re hoping to feed 200+ people. If you’d like to help, you can make a financial donation online or volunteer on the day. Free. Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 12 PM to 4 PM at Chatsworth United Methodist Church.

Sunday, November 16

🎨 Paint a Crosswalk at Lanark Park (Canoga Park): Paint a community crosswalk and improve street safety. “If the city won't take action, we'll do it ourselves.” Free. Sunday, November 16, at 9 AM at Owensmouth & Strathern.

🥗 Dancing on the Farm (Panorama City): Vibrant farm day featuring DJs, dancing, plant-based food, and community connection. Beats2Beets Community Event. $15. Sunday, November 16, from 2 PM to 6 PM, at Cottonwood Urban Farm.

🥋 Women's Self-Defense Class (Reseda): Learn real-life skills and build confidence through hands-on self-defense training via the Fit and Fearless club. DM to reserve your spot. Free. Saturday, November 16, 11 AM at ProSport MMA Academy.

Happening Soon

🎄 Tree Lighting Celebration (Burbank): Kick off the holidays with live entertainment, family activities, a visit from Santa, and the annual Christmas tree lighting. Free. Thursday, November 20, from 6 PM to 8 PM, at Burbank Town Center.

🍷 Burbank Winter Wine Walk (Burbank): Wine tastings, hundreds of local vendors, live DJ, and VIP lounge access with secret pours and catered plates. Free street fair. $50-100~ wine walk. Saturday, November 22, from 12 PM to 8 PM in Downtown Burbank.

🥾 Lake Balboa Walk & Picnic (Encino): The Valley Girl Hiking Club brings the community together for a scenic Lake Balboa loop, followed by a tamale picnic, with an important mission: raising funds for an SFV street vendor through Aetna Street Solidarity. Free tamales. Donations encouraged. Free. Saturday, November 22, 11 AM at Lake Balboa Park.

🏮 Fall Paper Lantern Decorating & Happy Hour (North Hollywood): Decorate ivory paper lanterns using watercolors, paint, markers, tissue paper, and embroidery while you sip a cider or beer. Supplies are included—one-drink minimum. Donations encouraged. Free. Sunday, November 23, 2025, from 2 PM to 4 PM at Lawless Brewing Co.

🍺 Glendale Tap (Glendale): Celebrate 13 years with exclusive beer releases and new craft beers on tap. Free. Friday, November 14, and Saturday, November 15, at The Glendale Tap.

🍨 Gelato & Chocolate Shop (New—Toluca Lake): Cocoa + Cream serves gelato, matcha, chocolate, and handcrafted treats. Attend their ribbon-cutting party. Friday, November 20, 1 PM at Cocoa + Cream.

🍦 Ice Cream Fundraiser (Burbank): Buy ice cream from Handel’s, and half of the proceeds go to LA Food Bank. Monday, November 17, from 12 PM to 10 PM.

🍽️ Women Over Dinner (Studio City): Intimate gathering where women connect through thought-provoking conversation starters and a delicious 4-course meal. Substance-free, alcohol-free. Authentic conversations and meaningful friendships. $65. Tuesday, November 18, at Vintage Wine + Eats.

🕵️ The People vs. the Golden State Killer—Book Talk (Downtown LA): LA DA Nathan Hochman sits down with Sacramento DA Thien Ho to discuss his true-crime memoir, the first official account of how Joseph DeAngelo was brought to justice. Behind-the-scenes case details and a book signing. Free. Friday, November 14, from 2 PM to 5 PM.

🧙 Wicked Walk (Beverly Hills): A themed walk celebrating the film—wear pink or green and receive free spellbinding sunglasses or a scrunchie, with stops at two magical sights inspired by the movie. Free with RSVP. Sunday, November 16, 9:30 AM at 503 N Palm Dr.

🐾 Free Senior Pet Adoptions (Pasadena): Pasadena Humane waives adoption fees for older animals in November.

🎮 New Star Wars Pinball Machine (North Hollywood): Player One Arcade has a new Star Wars pinball machine.

🖼️ Getty Museum is giving away free art—digitally. 88,000 artworks are now available for high-res download.

❓️ What is the westernmost point in LA County?

Last week’s question: Who is the Hollywood A-List director who was born and raised in Studio City? Despite being nominated for 11 Academy Awards, 1 Golden Globe, and 1 Grammy, he has yet to win (sadly).

Answer: Paul Thomas Anderson

Thank you for reading. See you next week!

PS Stay safe and dry this weekend!

PPS I started watching “I Love LA.” Anyone else?

PPPS Thanks for all the restaurant recommendations last week! Keep sending them by replying to this email.

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