Well, if you're an autograph hound, or like to hang around celebrities, the Festival of Books kicking off this weekend at UCLA (April 25th & 26th) is apt to provide a lofty climb or two.
The big thrust, of course, is on a myriad of publications from all genres - from kids' illustrated books, to romantic novels, and rare comics - that will be artfully displayed in picturesque tents about the well-manicured grounds.
In addition, the spotlight will be tossed on a thought-provoking series of panel discussions, and high-profile celebrities who will be heading them up.
Got to lure John Doe in the gate, somehow, eh?
Well-known actors like Michael J. Fox (Back to the Future), the Blog Queen (Not Perez Hilton, silly) Arianna Huffington, and a handful of popular radio talk show hosts and columnists will all be touting something or other like snake-oil salesmen.
Like you, I'll be front-row-center, devouring all the delicious offerings.
Entrance to the Festival grounds is free.
Golly, a number of the panel discussions are gratis, too.
However, it is important to note that while a handful of tickets for indoor panel events are free, they must be picked up in advance at ticketmaster.
Drats!
Those blood-suckers are going to charge 75 cents a pop for each ticket scarfed up!
There will be six outdoor stages, as well, where in-your-face stars such as Tori Spelling (spoiled little rich girl, I expect), Maureen McCormick (Brady Bunch aficionado), and Oscar-Winning actress Cloris Leachman will kick up their heels.
Who knows, in view of the fact the Festival is strewn about such a wide expanse on UCLA campus, the seasoned pros may turn up in sensible walking shoes!
I'll cast a blind eye in that event, ladies!
The sponsors are reminding book-lovers and celebrity stalkers alike to drag along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bottles of hydrating water ((especially in view of the fact the mercury has been soaring in recent days).
See 'ya there!
Info: http://www.latimes.com/festivalofbooks
The big thrust, of course, is on a myriad of publications from all genres - from kids' illustrated books, to romantic novels, and rare comics - that will be artfully displayed in picturesque tents about the well-manicured grounds.
In addition, the spotlight will be tossed on a thought-provoking series of panel discussions, and high-profile celebrities who will be heading them up.
Got to lure John Doe in the gate, somehow, eh?
Well-known actors like Michael J. Fox (Back to the Future), the Blog Queen (Not Perez Hilton, silly) Arianna Huffington, and a handful of popular radio talk show hosts and columnists will all be touting something or other like snake-oil salesmen.
Like you, I'll be front-row-center, devouring all the delicious offerings.
Entrance to the Festival grounds is free.
Golly, a number of the panel discussions are gratis, too.
However, it is important to note that while a handful of tickets for indoor panel events are free, they must be picked up in advance at ticketmaster.
Drats!
Those blood-suckers are going to charge 75 cents a pop for each ticket scarfed up!
There will be six outdoor stages, as well, where in-your-face stars such as Tori Spelling (spoiled little rich girl, I expect), Maureen McCormick (Brady Bunch aficionado), and Oscar-Winning actress Cloris Leachman will kick up their heels.Who knows, in view of the fact the Festival is strewn about such a wide expanse on UCLA campus, the seasoned pros may turn up in sensible walking shoes!
I'll cast a blind eye in that event, ladies!
The sponsors are reminding book-lovers and celebrity stalkers alike to drag along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and bottles of hydrating water ((especially in view of the fact the mercury has been soaring in recent days).
See 'ya there!
Info: http://www.latimes.com/festivalofbooks
