Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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Accused and now found guilty, alleged serial drugger and rapist, America's top family man, the disgraced 80 year old Bill Cosby was rightly and finally found guilty today in court, a victorious day for the #metoo movement. The arrogant comic lashed out in court calling the prosecutor an "asshole" when the prosecutor stated that Cosby was a flight risk. Lucky for the prosecutor Cosby was not close to his asshole offering him a drink! The jury in Cosby's retrial found the fallen from grace TV...
Russ Kane delivered a hilarious two part set for his second sold out night at the renowned Santa Monica Playhouse. The British comic takes delight in sharing his everyday experiences during his stay in Los Angeles. In his own words he said "I don't have to write material it writes itself." Skewering Uber, Facebook, Vegans, British education, his sexy business card Kane had the audience in stitches from the second he stepped onto the stage. The audience lapped it up eagerly as he delivered with...
Every year hundreds of families flock to the annual Montana Holiday Walk, and this year was no exception with record numbers attending. The ten scenic blocks were packed with entertainment for all. Carol singers and jazz musicians provided authentic entertainment, stores kindly provided holiday treats and cookies and drinks including warm apple cider which was a family favorite provided by Engle & Volkers real estate firm who as always went the extra mile and provided Santa Claus, hundreds of ch...
Gelato-go, a US franchise known for sourcing its ingredients from the best geographic regions around the world, is opening two new locations in LA. The Santa Monica location opened to rave reviews and the much anticipated Beverly Hills location is opening at the end of the November. The Montana Avenue location had an astounding 400 delighted visitors on its opening day this past Saturday. This promises to be a go-to spot for lucky locals and parents who want a healthy treat! They also serve up...
Santa Monica, October 18th, 2017- momo Los Angeles is having both their third anniversary and launch party on Saturday, October 21, 2017 6-9pm. After an engineering degree, years of traveling and working abroad, momo Los Angeles owner, Carole Yu, three years ago launched a licensee store in her existing space for a single Canadian brand. Her store won Santa Monica's Most Loved Business on Montana Avenue for 2016 and 2017. Having a great dialogue with her customers, they suggested that she bring...
This week saw the land mark celebration of YogaWorks 30th Anniversary on Montana Avenue in Santa Monica. To celebrate this special day, they held a successful open house. Guests were served delicious treats/healthy food and drinks, plus special offers and packages were available to all. The food/drinks were sponsored by Peet's Coffee, Marmalade cafe, Spazio, Kaye's provided healthy vegan wraps for all, Wholefoods, Pressed Juicery and Wholistic Nut. We're all on board. Pico rentals provided...
Most people have a one sided view on pageants, which is they are all based on beauty, but this could not be further from the truth, I was absolutely amazed and impressed to learn that the organization is in actual fact the number one Foundation for college scholarships in the world, and here is how it all came to fruition.. Miss America began as a bathing beauty pageant on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey back in September of 1920. The original idea was to extend the tourist season by...
Have you seen people around the city happily searching for painted rocks on sidewalks, beaches, and in stores and parks? They are playing "Santa Monica Rocks," the art-rock game launched by the Ten Women Gallery on Montana that combines the fun of hide-and-seek and art-making with the technology and community of geocaching. Their goal: To make art a bigger part of Santa Monicans' daily lives. The rules are simple: any budding artist can paint a rock, making sure to write Santa Monica Rocks on...
Celebrity go to favorite fitness guru, personal trainer and nutritionalist Charlene Ciardiello took a few minutes out of her daily work out at the Christine Emerson Reed Park to share a few healthy tips which keep her looking a decade younger than she is. "Training isn't just a physical exercise but a challenge of mental discipline that requires deep introspection and a desire to evolve in body and soul. I advocate a holistic approach that starts from within to identify one's inner obstacles,...
Face Forward charity co-founder trail blazer Deborah Alessi does not believe in doing things in half measures. If you met the beautiful, forceful Scottish import you would know in a matter of minutes she is strong willed, straight talking and has a huge heart. Over the past few years she and her like minded philanthropic husband, Dr. David Alessi have put all their attributes, talents and goodwill into the charity they both helm, https://www.faceforwardla.org/ First founded in 2007 Face Forward...
Montana Avenue Merchants' Association Chairman, Engel & Volkers realtor Ryan Ole Hass has taken another productive and prosperous initiative to garner the support of the business owners on the luxurious Montana Ave and has assigned block captains to aide, promote and encourage the Montana Ave Merchants' Association mission. This ensures the full support of the vendors and also generates a team effort wherein retailers can work together and provide assistance to each other. Today we introduce...
Montana Avenue Merchants' Association Chairman, Engel & Volkers realtor Ryan Ole Hass has taken another productive and prosperous initiative to garner the support of the business owners on the luxurious Montana Ave and has assigned block captains to aide, promote and encourage the Montana Ave Merchants' Association mission. This ensures the full support of the vendors and also generates a team effort wherein retailers can work together and provide assistance to each other. Today we introduce...
West Hollywood, August 22nd, 2017, Odalys Nanin has once again put her brilliant writing, directorial and acting skills into the much anticipated Macha Theatre production, Frida - Stroke Of Passion. Previews are to be held on Sep 9th with the play commencing through to Oct 1st. (A special red carpet gala is to be held on Sep 15th.) The plays focuses on the hidden bi-sexual affairs between Frida Kahlo and her long list of famous female lovers. They include Mariachi singer Chavela Vargas, Mexican...
Sarasota, FL, - Florida-based company Le Macaron French Pastries is pleased to announce the opening of their new Santa Monica location at 1301 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403. With more than 40 locations in the United States and Puerto Rico, Le Macaron French Pastries offers delicious French macarons, gourmet chocolates, specialty coffees, homemade candies and other classic French pastries. "Our Le Macaron French Pastries shop features elegant, indulgent desserts, including authentic handcra...
Santa Monica's Montana Avenue is known for it's five star cuisine but Osteria Bigoli just took it to another level. World famous chef Claudio Marchesan and his longtime manager and loyal 20 year business partner Mark Arreola have opened their new venture at 714 Montana Ave. The culinary famed duo had Hollywood's attention when they helmed the Celebrity and foodie favorite Pane e Vino for over 15 years. This dynamic duo prides themselves on dishes such as Denis Leary favorite Rigatoni Carbonara,...
Get your athletic gear prepared because the world renown fitness event Plank-On! BYC Training is coming to Santa Monica on Saturday August 6th. Local fitness and nutrition expert, Shut Up And Move Founder Charlene Ciardiello is the latest in the top tier trainers to join this prestigious event that kicks off in Santa Monica at 9am from the Santa Monica Pier and is guaranteed to be the health and fitness event of the year! Not only do they guarantee 90 minutes of fun, they are also kindly...
July 11, 2017, Santa Monica, CA: On July 14th, from 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM, at the 1931 Historic Harvelle's Nightclub (1432 4th Street in Santa Monica, CA) is where Bring Hollywood Home Foundation's Musical Benefit will celebrate increasing California's Tax Credit Incentives to keep Film & TV Production & Post-Production jobs in California. There will be a red carpet, tapas, auction, raffle and entertainment headliners by Bring Hollywood Home's leadership Jonathan and Jane Sheldon of the American Blo...
Police ended a barricade situation in the 200 block of 20th Street on Friday evening. It followed a home invasion and stabbing at 21st Street and Carlyle, a couple of blocks away. Police responding to a report of shots fired encountered one suspect, who fled into the backyard of a home in the 200 block of 20th Street and was immediately surrounded by officers. The man barricaded himself at the rear of the home but had no hostages, said Santa Monica police Lt. Saul Rodriguez. "We are actively in...
Not even the 81 degree heat could stop shoppers from enjoying the Annual Montana Avenue Sidewalk Sale on Saturday. The Avenue was packed with families snapping up great bargains and gifts from their favorite stores and designers. Families enjoyed ice cream treats, complimentary drinks, deserts, sushi rolls and even doggy treats were on hand as the shoppers browsed to the sound of the Montana Avenue drum circle. Freebird ride App were also on hand to support by providing shoppers with a free...
The Montana Avenue Merchants Association have taken custom care to another level for their annual sidewalk sale which takes place tomorrow Saturday May 20th. Eager shoppers who wait for this do not have to worry about parking, the new buzzed about APP FREEBIRD, for one day only, will pick up shoppers and drop them on Montana, as soon as they swipe their credit card, their ride is reimbursed! It is as easy as that! The Sidewalk Sale is frequented by locals, tourists and families alike who enjoy t...
Usually known for her dramatic recent theatre roles in 'Marilyn My Secret' and 'Marilyn & Sinatra', actress Erin Gavin has been playing Marilyn Monroe for two years taking the critically acclaimed 'Marilyn & Sinatra' from Los Angeles to New York and even returning to her roots in Scotland. The play which was written, directed and produced by Erin's dear friend, the talented Sandro Monetti, played to sold out playhouses world wide. Now Erin is returning to the silver screen in a quirky comedic ro...
If you are a Santa Monica local resident or business owner you will have noticed a definite change on Montana Avenue. After sunset the entire avenue is brightly lit up as a result of the newly restored lights by Beautify Earth which have been added to compliment the beauty of this prestigious shopping destination. Other changes have been happening on Montana Avenue also with the Montana Avenue Merchants Association making some adjustments and some very welcomed additions. The new Chair of the...
A Walk On Water (AWOW), a national nonprofit organization providing surf therapy to children with special needs, is proud to announce that its first annual fundraiser will take place on Saturday, April 29th beginning at 8:00 PM in Malibu, California at Malibu Wines. The Wine for Waves fundraiser will be hosted by a committee of locally-devoted influential figures including Pierce Brosnan, Brandon Boyd, Shaun & Carla Tomson, Scott Caan, Kassia Meador, Reef McIntosh, Julie Gilhart, John Paul &...
Santa Monica-based Autism Guardian Angels and the Goody Awards for social good will honor Matt Asner (Autism Society of America) with a Golden Goody Award (lifetime achievement award) this Sunday, April 23, 2017, at Autfest. Matt Asner, Autism Advocate and VP of Development at Autism Society of America, will be honored with a Golden Goody Award (top humanitarian award) this Sunday, April 23, 2017 during the VIP Reception at Autfest in Orange, California. This lifetime achievement award will be p...
Renowned artist Cameron Lee and husband Rigel Cable (Rigel Gemini) have collaborated on their first creative project, "Flores Fatales". Inspired by the striking and wide-ranging beauty of flowers, Flores Fatales celebrates human beauty, natural wonder, and elements of dangerous allure. The two parts in this queer creative duo are Cameron, a visual artist, and Rigel, a social media influencer who goes by @RigelGemini on Instagram. Flores Fatales will open at artLAB Salon in Santa Monica on...
