Samuel French Leaves Studio City; Balenciaga in the Palisades

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STUDIO CITY—Daily Actor has the news that the Samuel French bookshop is closing its Studio City location. Fans of the store, which stocks scripts, plays and film books, still have its Hollywood location on Sunset Boulevard. [Daily Actor]

PACIFIC PALISADES—If you're looking for a gift for yourself and you really want to splurge, Elyse Walker is hosting a Balenciaga trunk show this Thursday from noon to 6pm. The flyer promises one-of-a-kind and limited-edition styles. [Racked Inbox]