IT’S KITTY PARTY TIME

The Three Apples exhibit and all the events below are at Royal/T cafe and art space, 8910 Washington Blvd., Culver City. (310) 559-6300. royal-t.org. Hours: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

For more information, go to sanrio.com /threeapples/events.

Hello Kitty birthday party

Today, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

It’s the party of the year and you are invited! The fun begins with a sweet assortment of Hello Kitty’s signature pancakes and waffles (10 a.m. to noon) and a visit from Hello Kitty. Beginning at noon, there will be a variety of activities, including a toy workshop (guests must preregister for this workshop at sanrio.com/threeapples and there is a $15 materials fee), a temporary-tattoo booth and other entertainment and snacks. End the day with a birthday cake made from 200 cupcakes. The party is being produced in association with the innovative creative community Flux.

Hello Kitty artists party

Saturday, 7 to 11 p.m.

Art comes to life as guests meet with many of the artists participating in the “Three Apples” art show. Limited-edition prints of select artwork will be unveiled and guests can watch several artists paint works that will be auctioned off at the end of the evening, with proceeds going to Sanrio/Three Apples’ charitable partner, L.A. Works. There will also be live screening of T-shirts designed by the artists, and an interactive coloring party for all attendees throughout the night. Hosted by JapanLA in association with Juxtapoz Magazine.

Hello Kitty Goth party

Nov. 13, 8 p.m. to midnight

On Friday the 13th, Royal/T will be transformed into a fantastical world for a retro, 1980s-inspired Goth/dance party, “Hello Kitty Bats and Cats Masquerade.” Hello Kitty goes Goth for a night of dancing with DJ Amanda Jones, special performances by the Wandering Marionettes, Goth-inspired costumes and Hello Kitty appearing in her own masquerade outfit.

Hello Kitty Fashion Show Party

Nov. 14, 7 to 11 p.m.

Japanese street-inspired fashion takes to the runway to celebrate the finale of the “Three Apples” exhibition/event. Specially created, one-of-a-kind pieces by a group of select designers will be featured in the show, with some items offered for sale at the end of the evening. A DJ and interactive workshop with one of the designers will add elements of fun to this fashion event.

-- Sophia Kercher