Located in southwestern Los Angeles County just south of Los Angeles International Airport, the city of Inglewood is a multi-ethnic cluster of neighborhoods and home to several corporations. The neighborhoods include the Crenshaw district, Morningside Park, North Inglewood and Larkspur. Inglewood is close to the beachfront communities of Manhattan Beach, and Hermosa Beach, there are several 18-hole public and municipal golf courses nearby including the Chester Washington Golf Course in Los Angeles, the Alondra Park Golf Course in Lawndale and the Rancho Park Golf Course, which is also in Los Angeles.
The Savoy Entertainment Center
Located in the center of Inglewood, the Savoy is a large facility that can accommodate up to 1,000 patrons. With a huge dance floor punctuated by faux suede booths, the Savoy has two bars offering any type of drink imaginable. With a variety of theme nights, Tuesday's, known as "too funny Tuesdays" finds the Savoy offering comedy. Several of the biggest names in the business have graced the stage including, Cedric the Entertainer, Katt Williams and Tommy Davidson. Friday nights offer live music with bands playing reggae, jazz and R&B. The weekend dress code requires guests to "dress to impress".
The Savoy Entertainment Center
218 S. La Brea Ave.
Inglewood, CA 90301
(310) 680-7600
thesavoyentertainmentcenter.com
The Rhythm Club
If you're looking for something unique, the Rhythm Club is Los Angeles's hottest swing club. Normally an Elk's lodge, on Wednesday nights this sleepy establishment goes back in time as some of the top big bands around the country play swing, jazz and standards from the 20s, 30s and 40s. Operated by well-known choreographer Rusty Frank, this is a trip back in time, to Hollywood's golden age. The atmosphere is cool and just watching the dancers is a treat. For those too shy to dance, the club offers free lessons on the first Wednesday of the month.
The Rhythm Club
Playa Del Rey Elk's Lodge
8025 W. Manchester Blvd.
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
(310) 606-5606
rustyfrank.com
Carbon
Open seven days a week, Carbon is located in Culver City, close to Inglewood. A strictly 21 and over club, with a DJ spinning hip-hop, house and top 40 music nightly this is one of the hottest dance clubs on Los Angeles far west side. Theme nights are common and weekdays tend to offer a music variety such as a 70s night or 80s night. Carbon offers happy hour prices every night.
Carbon
9300 Venice Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 558-9302
carbonla.com
About The Author
Tom Nari teaches screenwriting and journalism in Southern California. With a degree in creative writing from Loyola University, Nari has worked as a consultant to the motion picture industry as well as several non-profit organizations dedicated to the betterment of children through aquatics. Nari has written extensively for GolfLink, Trails and eHow.
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