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Articles from the March 31, 2024 edition


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  • Sweet Lady Jane is Alive and Well And Welcoming Customers Back on Montana Avenue

    David Ganezer, Observer Staff Writer|Mar 31, 2024

    Specialty cake and pastry store Sweet Lady Jane is alive and doing well on Montana Avenue. The stores are now owned by a couple, Matthew and Julie, explained the counter gal we spoke to. Previously they had been owned by a couple in their 70's, who decided to close the chain abruptly ten weeks ago. "We're doing really well," she said. "It's very busy here at the Montana Avenue location. We are making a lot of sales." She added that they are using the same recipes to make pastries as before the...

  • Emaginario A Dynamic Evening of Live Jazz, Blues & Flamenco

    Emaginario: A Dynamic Evening of Live Jazz, Blues, & Flamenco Ethan Margolis aka Emaginario, is a creative and worldly guitarist and vocalist, whose deep connections with flamenco, jazz, aspects of pop, blues and even punk coalesce into a unique musical voice Buy tix now for Emaginario: Featuring World-traversed and genre-fluid guitarist/vocalist Ethan Margolis aka Emaginario (Chano Domínguez, Herb Alpert) returns to Los Angeles after a four-year absence, with his quintet, which performs a blend...

  • Savor Easter Brunch Amidst Southern California's Stunning Backdrops

    Chanin Victor, Lifestyle and Travel Editor|Mar 31, 2024

    Spring is here, and as Easter draws near, Los Angeles is buzzing with anticipation for all the delightful brunch experiences that capture the season's essence. From traditional favorites to innovative creations, the city's top eateries are ready to treat guests to an unforgettable celebration. Explore the top Easter brunch occasions and menus in and around LA, promising a fabulous culinary journey filled with flavor and festivity. Make reservations soon, as Easter is celebrated on Sunday, March...

  • Local Dancer Enacts "Angelina Ballerina" with Author Katharine Holabird

    Jill Homes, Special to the Observer|Mar 31, 2024

    On a bright Saturday morning, the air at Children's Book World was filled with excitement and anticipation as families gathered for a special event featuring beloved children's author Katharine Holabird. The occasion promised not only a delightful storytime but also a unique performance by a local young dancer, Sorcha Cinadr, who brought to life the cherished character of Angelina Ballerina. The event, which took place on March 9th at 11:00 AM, was a celebration of imagination, literature, and...

  • 1100 Percent Increase Over Last Year in Anti-Zionist Activity by UC Faculty

    Alyssa Erdley, Observer Staff|Mar 31, 2024

    March 21, 2024 - The Amcha Initiative, a nonprofit organization that combats antisemitism at institutes of higher education, warns Jewish students that the public University of California campuses "are not safe" for them. Amcha Initiative is not a pro-Israel advocacy group and does not take a position on anything that does not rise to the level of antisemitism as defined by IHRA and U.S. government criteria. A recent report by Amcha Initiative has discovered a whopping 1100 percent increase in...

  • FBI Warns Terrorists Crossing Border with Fake IDs; Feds Taking Over Gun Offenses in California; County Supervisors Approve Paying $100k to Witness for Gascon; Union Forced NDAs Signed in Negotiations over Fast Food Wage Laws; You Need a Real ID, They Don't and Other Stories: Monday Morning Memo

    Association of Deputy District Attorneys|Mar 31, 2024

    Courts, Rulings & Lawsuits Supreme Court allows politicians to block constituents from personal accounts The Supreme Court ruled in favor of local government officials in a First Amendment fight on Friday, finding that politicians can block members of the public from their social media pages without violating the First Amendment. In a unanimous opinion, Justice Amy Coney Barrett, a Trump appointee, set guidelines for when public officials' accounts could be viewed as state action. Courthouse New...

  • Oscar Event honors a veteran event producer in memoriam at Luxury Gifting suite

    Preity Upala|Mar 31, 2024

    March 15th 2024, Los Angeles-The Awards season is a great time to celebrate art but this year, one group hosted an Oscar gifting lounge in memory of beloved Hollywood publicist Doris Bergman. Nicole Lester and Heather Marianna, founders of The Merritt + Marianna Group hosted IGNITE, A Fire Luxury Gifting Lounge on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 10 AM to 5 PM, at The Ambrose Hotel, a luxury boutique hotel in Santa Monica. Doris Bergman, a longtime Hollywood publicist known for including foster...