BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Helms Design District - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Helms Design District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260715T164011Z CREATED:20260715T163652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T164011Z UID:10002069-1786791600-1786813200@helmsdesigndistrict.com SUMMARY:dear artists...Los Angeles: Open Gallery Hours DESCRIPTION:Band of Vices and Helms Design District are proud to present dear artists… Los Angeles – Streets\, Structures & Stories\, a collaborative exhibition bringing together 100+ artists to explore the layered narratives that shape Los Angeles. \nFrom iconic architecture and neighborhood landmarks to personal histories\, cultural traditions\, and everyday moments\, the exhibition examines how the city is experienced\, remembered\, and imagined. Through painting\, photography\, mixed media\, sculptural works and other mediums\, participating artists offer a collective portrait of Los Angeles—one built not only by its structures\, but by the people and stories that animate them. \nPresented across town in two exhibition spaces\, Band of Vices (located in the Historic Downtown Los Angeles Arts District) and the Helms Design Center (on the campus of Culver City’s historic Helms Bakery campus)\, the exhibition creates a dialogue between art\, architecture\, design\, and community. Together\, Helms and Band of Vices invite visitors to consider how creative expression shapes our understanding of place and how the stories we tell become part of a city’s evolving identity. The exhibition opens in both spaces the same weekend\, but on different days with completely different works in each location: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nOpen Gallery Hours \nHelms Design Center\n8745 Washington Blvd\nCulver City\, CA 90232 \nSaturdays: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm \nFridays: By appointment only; please email HELLO@BandofVices.com to schedule a time. \nThe exhibition continues on view through August 15\, 2026. \nArtwork at top: Kaye Freeman\, CORNER OF 12TH AND MAPLE  \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nValerie Diaz\, LIMINAL BEAUTY \n\n \n \n \n \n \nConnie Kurtew\, STOP \n\n \n \n \n \n \nLuis Lopez Vasquez\, METRO COMMUTE \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n  \n\nABOUT dear artists… \ndear artists… is an ongoing exhibition initiative created to foster connection\, participation\, and creative dialogue through large-scale thematic exhibitions. Open to artists of varying backgrounds\, disciplines\, and experience levels\, the program serves as an invitation to respond to shared ideas while contributing to a larger collective narrative. Each exhibition celebrates the power of many voices coming together to tell a richer story than any single perspective could achieve. dear artists… Los Angeles — Streets\, Structures & Stories marks the third installment in Band of Vices’ ever-evolving exhibition series. Conceived as both a response to the current art market and a reimagining of how exhibition spaces can invite participation\, the series creates a new point of access for emerging collectors while continuing to engage seasoned collectors with limited “wall estate” for new works. Much like its first two installments\, A Figurative Story and Be Still – a still life experience\, all participating artists have created works specifically in a 12” x 12” x 1.5” format\, with prices ranging from $500 to $2\,500. The result is an intentionally accessible\, collectible\, and deeply considered exhibition model that centers artists\, expands opportunity\, and invites a broader community into the act of collecting. \n\nABOUT BAND OF VICES \nEstablished in 2015\, Band of Vices is an internationally recognized art and culture platform dedicated to championing emerging and mid-career artists while creating space for voices that have historically been overlooked. Through exhibitions\, strategic partnerships\, publishing\, and community-focused programming\, Band of Vices advances conversations around culture\, identity\, and contemporary life. Founded by Terrell Tilford\, the gallery has built a reputation for presenting work that is fearless\, thought-provoking\, and deeply connected to the communities it serves. \n\nABOUT HELMS DESIGN DISTRICT \nHelms is a gathering place for creativity in Los Angeles. What began as the historic Helms Bakery has evolved into a destination where design\, architecture\, culture\, dining\, and community converge. Through exhibitions\, lectures\, installations\, and public programming\, Helms creates opportunities for people to engage with ideas\, discover new perspectives\, and experience the ways design influences everyday life. URL:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/event/dear-artistslos-angeles-open-gallery-hours-2/ LOCATION:Helms Design Center\, 8745 Washington Boulevard\, Culver City\, CA\, 90232 CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Kaye-Freeman_Corner-of-12th-and-Maple-Kaye-Freeman-1-scaled-e1781870714197.jpg GEO:34.0286594;-118.3857496 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Helms Design Center 8745 Washington Boulevard Culver City CA 90232;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=8745 Washington Boulevard:geo:-118.3857496,34.0286594 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T180000 DTSTAMP:20260803T222149Z CREATED:20260624T204507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T222149Z UID:10002055-1786798800-1786816800@helmsdesigndistrict.com SUMMARY:Ferragosto at Helms DESCRIPTION:The northern Italian family behind Pasta Sisters\, in partnership with the Helms Design District\, is bringing the Italian summer tradition of Ferragosto to life\, right here in SoCal\, on Saturday\, August 15 from 1 to 6 p.m. \nFerragosto is Italy’s most beloved summer holiday\, a day of family\, friends\, food\, music\, and community (sort of akin to Fourth of July celebrations in the States). On this summer day\, the Helms Design District will transform into an Italian-inspired piazza filled with live music\, seasonal food and drink\, artisan demonstrations\, family activities & games\, and more. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Check Out the Full Schedule of Events\n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n\nExperiences to expect include but are not limited to: \nLive music + DJ spinning \nBooths along Helms Ave. featuring Italian food\, drink\, and other fun like… \nPasta Sisters offering tortellino rolling lessons\, showcasing the specific technique for making authentic Italian tortellini. \nNon-profit Orto Farms hosting a farmers’ market-style produce stand featuring unique heirloom Italian varietals\, DOP-certified varietals and other Italian origin produce. They are an incredible organization all around and so excited to have farmer Andrew Raffaele on board! \nBeer garden from Father’s Office plus specialty cocktails on offer. \nFondazione Italia (the nonprofit Italian language school) hosting family friendly activities for kids\, like arts & crafts (pasta jewelry making and summer pinwheels)\, a dance-a-long in Italian\, and Italian story time at the event. \nCaffe Luxxe bringing their artisanal\, fresh roasted small batch coffee to the celebration via their “esspresSUV” pop-up espresso bar. \nCheese/salumi/olive oil tastings from Sogno Toscano. \nDolcenero gelato (winner of the prestigious Marchio Q Award of lauded Italian businesses around the world). The first 500 new subscribers to L.A. Material will receive a scoop of Dolcenero gelato on the house. \nAnd so much more! \nPhoto Booth\, a Spin-to-Win Wheel with prizes throughout the day + tenants across the Helms Design District campus will be offering specials inspired by the holiday — watch @pasta_sisters and @helmsdesigndistrict for the latest updates. URL:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/event/ferragosto-at-helms/ LOCATION:Helms Walk\, 3270 Helms Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90034 CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ferragosto_Horiz_080326.jpg GEO:34.0306591;-118.384688 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Helms Walk 3270 Helms Avenue Los Angeles CA 90034;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3270 Helms Avenue:geo:-118.384688,34.0306591 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260819T201112Z CREATED:20260819T201112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T201112Z UID:10002074-1787247000-1787254200@helmsdesigndistrict.com SUMMARY:An Evening of Art and Poetry at Room & Board DESCRIPTION:Join Room & Board for an evening where visual art and poetry meet\, celebrating the debut of Los Angeles-based artist Niqui Carter’s new collection for Room & Board\, along with a special reading by award-winning poet Tommy Pico. \nThroughout the evening\, Carter and Pico will share how their backgrounds\, nature\, and the landscapes around them influence their creative practices. Mingle with fellow art and poetry lovers\, discover Carter’s new work\, and experience two distinctive creative voices in conversation. \nMeet the Featured Guests \nNiqui Carter is a Los Angeles-based artist and photographer whose work bridges the worlds of fine art and the home\, bringing an expressive and deeply personal point of view to contemporary interiors. \nTommy Pico is an award-winning Indigenous American poet\, TV writer\, podcaster\, and artist celebrated for his energetic\, candid\, and distinctly modern literary voice. \nGuests can also enter for a chance to win one of three special giveaways: a $500 Room & Board gift card\, a signed Niqui Carter print\, or a signed copy of Tommy Pico’s book. \nCome for the art\, stay for the poetry and enjoy an evening of conversation and creative connection while you enjoy sips\, snacks\, and the Room & Board showroom. \nRSVP below and let us know you’re coming! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP TO MEET THE ARTISTS URL:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/event/an-evening-of-art-and-poetry-at-room-board/ LOCATION:Room&Board\, 3231 Helms Avenue\, Culver City\, CA\, 90034 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Room_Board_Event.png GEO:34.0296674;-118.3846043 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Room&Board 3231 Helms Avenue Culver City CA 90034;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3231 Helms Avenue:geo:-118.3846043,34.0296674 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T160000 DTSTAMP:20260812T181215Z CREATED:20260812T181215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T181215Z UID:10002073-1789815600-1789833600@helmsdesigndistrict.com SUMMARY:September Weekends Were Made For This DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Makers Market returns to Helms on Saturday\, September 19\, bringing another fresh mix of independent makers\, artists\, designers\, and small businesses to the district. Come ready to browse\, discover something new\, meet the people behind the goods\, and enjoy a day that doesn’t require much of a plan. \nShop handcrafted and one-of-a-kind finds\, then stick around for everything else happening at Helms. Grab a table for lunch\, meet friends for a drink\, wander through the showrooms\, or simply find a spot to sit and take in the scene. \nIt’s shopping\, dining\, sunshine\, and a little something unexpected along the way—all in one Saturday at Helms. \nBring a friend. Bring the family. Come hungry. We’ll see you at the market. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n LET US KNOW YOU’RE COMING!\n \n \n \n \n \n \nA list of participating artisans and activations to be announced soon! URL:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/event/sunshine-makers-market-sept/ LOCATION:Helms Walk\, 3270 Helms Avenue\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90034 CATEGORIES:News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://helmsdesigndistrict.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/9-19-SMM-x-Helms.png GEO:34.0306591;-118.384688 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Helms Walk 3270 Helms Avenue Los Angeles CA 90034;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3270 Helms Avenue:geo:-118.384688,34.0306591 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR