MICHAEL DEAN DAMRON
Molly Malone’s
575 S. Fairfax, Los Angeles
http://www.mollymalonesla.com/
Former I Can Lick Any Sonofabitch in the House front man, Michael Dean Damron, with his new band, Thee Loyal Bastards, is hitting the road in support of his album "Bad Days Ahead.” His influences include Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson. 11 p.m.

ONE SCOOP IS TWO BALLS: A WORKS ON PAPER
Scoops
712 N. Heliotrope Drive, Silver Lake
http://www.scoopsart.blogspot.com
L.A.’s most famous unknown ice cream shop hosts this exhibit bringing together artists who create wickedly funny and deceptively sweet works that address ice cream. Opening reception 7 – 10 p.m. FREE. Runs through March 22.

JUMP!
Laemmle Monica
1332 2nd St., Santa Monica
http://www.jumpmovie.com/screenings
See this documentary about competitive jump rope featuring a special appearance by jumpers from the film. Today only. 10 a.m. $6.

SOCIETY
Republic Restaurant’s M Lounge
650 N. La Cienega, West Hollywood
http://www.myspace.com/societylosangeles
Society is an exclusive monthly event for anyone who wants to add some glamour to their nightlife. Haute Fashion and Dapper dress code is strongly encouraged. Check website for details.

WHO CAN ROAST THE MOST 7
Club 740
740 S. Broadway, Downtown
http://www.groovetickets.com/
The classic Miami event heads to the West Coast for the first time. Watch some of the industry’s hottest MCs battle it out for your entertainment. Doors open at 1 p.m. Presale tickets are $17.50.

ROCK & ROLL FANTASY CAMP
House of Blues Sunset
8430 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood
http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/sunsetstrip/
Didn't quite become the rock star you always wanted to be?  Check out Rock & Roll Fantasy Camp with AC/DC’s Cliff Williams. Who knows, maybe you can take the stage next time. 7 p.m. $17.50.

PAUL HAGGIS SIGNING
Rocket Video
726 N. La Brea, Hollywood
http://www.rockethollywood.com/
Two-time Oscar winning Director and Screenwriter Paul Haggis (Crash; Letters From Iwo Jima; Casino Royale; Million Dollar Baby) will be discussing and signing DVD copies of his new film, "In The Valley Of Elah." A brief Q&A will follow the interview. 7 p.m. FREE.

WILLIE BROWN DISCUSSION
Los Angeles Central Library
630 W. 5th St., Downtown
http://www.lfla.org/aloud/
Willie Brown, two-term mayor of San Francisco and the longest-serving member of the California Assembly discusses the current political scene with L.A. Times writer Bill Boyarsky. 7 p.m. FREE.

SEX, LIFE AND HANNAH
Babeland
7007 Melrose Ave., Hollywood
http://www.babeland.com/about/la-store-info
This release party for the new novella series "Sex, Life & Hannah," includes a panel discussion on dating in L.A. and a little bit of professional pole dancing to cap off the evening. 7 p.m. FREE.

DRINKING LIBERALLY
White Harte Pub
22456 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills
http://www.drinkingliberally.org/
A fun, casual forum for Democrats to let their hair down and raise their glasses. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday. 7 p.m. NO COVER. Check website for other L.A. locations.