Show your appreciation for the arts at Downtown Culver City’s Third Wednesday “Discover the Arts” Happy Hour. Support local artists in a neighborhood known for its creative spirit. Galleries will remain open throughout the evening including Fresh Paint Art, Gallery 9, Gregg Fleishman Studio/Gallery, Royal T and more. Create your own masterpiece on the boulevards in the Family Chalk Area. Inspire your palate with a bevy of drink specials and dining discounts from a palette of restaurants. Have a cocktail with A Perfect Murder’s Gwenyth Paltrow (her portrait that is) at Rush Street Bar. Culver City’s downtown area is Southern California’s best kept secret, featuring a wonderful blend of historic buildings, movie studios, the Kirk Douglas Theatre, boutiques, galleries and restaurants opening on to tree-lined streets. Parking is free in municipal structures for up to two hours, or valet parking is available at three convenient Downtown locations. 5 pm-9 pm on Wed. Jan. 18; 310-202-6060; Downtown Culver City is located just south of the 10 Freeway and east of the 405, between the intersection of Culver and Washington Blvds and Dusquene Ave.; For a complete list of freebies, offers, discounts and entertainment, go to www.downtownculvercity.com