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(click images to see more of the politically charged art on display at LA vs. WAR)

A couple of weeks ago I was able to check out the LA vs. WAR poster/graffiti/screenprinting art show which was held in downtown Los Angeles during the weekend of April 10th-13th. What I failed to do was follow up and mention how powerful the art actually was. On a beautifully calm Sunday evening which brought many people to the downtown Firehouse venue, I was fortunate enough to make a return trip and take some more photos as well. On display was the touring exhibition of anti-war posters and screenprints from the likes of Futura, Doze Green, Shepard Fairey, along with many other artists-both known and unknown. A timely, clever, and often comical look at our recent state of affairs as the world’s first nation of war, the art on display defiantly speaks for itself. And perhaps for many of us as well. Please check out the pieces for yourself by clicking the images or this link to be taken to my Flickr set.

You can also buy the book “Yo! What Happened to Peace?” which contains all the poster art featured in the show at www.yopeace.org.

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From what I’ve been told, California is going through some harsh weather these days. With fires torching the Sierra Madre Canyon near Pasadena and temperatures in L.A. reaching the high 90’s this past weekend, I’m sure all of Southern California would welcome a cool down. So for all you sweltering Angelinos seeking heat refuge, partied out Coachellans coming back from the dessert, and for anyone else who enjoys sweetly flavored ice cold treats, please indulge in some FREE ice cream this Tuesday the 29th at participating Ben & Jerry’s and this Wednesday the 30th from 5-11pm at participating Baskin-Robbins for a 31¢ scoop.

Click the above images to find your local Ben & Jerry’s and Baskin-Robbins.

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