Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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8/19/22: Harold & Carole Pump Foundation held its 22nd gala at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, 9876 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, honoring Oscar De La Hoya, Ozzie Smith, Ray Lewis, Steve Madison and Ken Goldin. The Red Carpet was filled with so many superstars and distinguished men and women in the sports and entertainment industry such as Paris and Prince Jackson, Sugar Ray Leonard, Mike Tyson, Cedric the Entertainer, Oscar De La Hoya, Steve Garvey, Scott Hanson, Jerry Rice, Steve Garby, Bill Walton,...
Beginning Labor Day Weekend, second-generation international cheese expert Kurt Gurdal is opening a small, carefully curated grocer at Canyon Square on Channel Road—just a stone's throw from where Gurdal has been sharing his cheese and speciality product knowledge with local foodie enthusiasts at his weekend outdoor pop-up. In a recent Instagram post, Gurdal shared the news about his new indoor space: “This cozy ‘lil brick & mortar will be packed with great yummy items from producers I love to r...
The 626 Night Market has arrived in Santa Monica, in the City owned parking lot at the SW corner of Fifth Street and Arizona. Every other weekend you can buy Boba, Squid, and Boba. The events is known for its large selection of Instagram-friendly foods, ranging from traditional night market snacks found in Asia such as stinky tofu and meat skewers to fusion cuisine such as pho tacos and ramen burgers. The Santa Monica version is scaled down. About 20 booths sell Korean and other Asian fusion...
Ask Rusty – Can My Wife Claim a Spouse Benefit First? Dear Rusty: I have been getting Social Security since age 66. My wife turned 62 in June. We are thinking of taking her spouse benefits on my record since it would be higher than hers (we checked online). We began filling out the application but do not see a way to let them know we want her to receive spouse benefits and not her own. How do we do that? Signed: Trying to Apply Dear Trying: You don't see that option because your wife doesn't hav...
Las Vegas was founded in part by gangsters. Now you can own some of the items Meyer Lansky and Bugsy Siegel owned during their short but interesting lives. Items to be auctioned include "a monogrammed oak cane that was gifted to Meyer Lansky by Charles "Lucky" Luciano; Meyer Lansky's 1948 hand-written love letter to his second wife, Thelma "Teddy" Schwartz" Says Wikipedia: Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel (February 28, 1906 – June 20, 1947) was an American mobster who was a driving force behind the d...
Benjamin Franklin once wrote that "Nothing is certain except death and taxes." Had he lived today, he'd throw "insurance" onto his list of life's certainties: "Nothing is certain except death, taxes, and insurance." When faced with certainties like death, taxes, and insurance we seek out guidance. At death, we speak with a religious leader. During tax season, we need our accountant. To guide us through the kafkaesque maze that is insurance, our nephew calls us up for the "ask!" Most dread the...
An open day of dance classes for students to "comfortably and freely explore the art form of ballet" led by Westside Ballet Alumnus Adrian Blake Mitchell (formerly of Mikhailovsky Ballet Company) was launched on Sunday, August 7th at Westside School of Ballet, according to a new press release provided by spokesperson Jewels Solheim-Roe. The event was produced in collaboration with Mitchell's nonprofit Dance in Color and Westside Ballet's nonprofit arm's Community Outreach Committee, a...
Ask Rusty – What Are My Wife's Benefits While I'm Living and as My Widow? Dear Rusty: I will be 70 in January and my wife will be 65 in February, at which time we will both go on Medicare. I am currently working, and my approximate Social Security benefit will be around $2,900. My wife was a stay-at-home mom and, therefore, has minimal Social Security benefits on her own. At 65 she is eligible for $870 and at full retirement age will qualify for $990. A few questions: if she starts to draw benef...
There's just something about donuts. Jen and Ben have shared an on again/off again romance for years, sometimes pairing up with other partners. But a NY Post photographer caught this photo in front of the Dunkin Donuts on Wilshire Blvd in Santa Monica. Ben, clutching a bag of donuts in one hand, the love of his life singer JLo in the other arm. Does life get much better than this? Probably not. Photo and story from the New York Post/Page Six: https://pagesix.com/2022/08/09/je...
August 10, 2022 - In our increasingly digital world, some may think that printed medical brochures have outlived their usefulness. But research shows that even in today's digital age, printed materials remain valuable educational tools for healthcare providers. A study published in Advances in Therapy looked at the usefulness of printed educational brochures among health care providers (HCPs). Researchers sent a printed brochure about new and important adverse events associated with a target...
21: California Credit Union invites Santa Monica teachers who have an innovative class project idea to apply for a credit union grant through its biannual Teacher Grant program. The California Credit Union grant program is available to full-time teachers in Los Angeles and Orange county, or credit union members teaching in California, looking to fund special learning opportunities for their students. The project should have clearly defined learning objectives tied to students' academic...
8/7/22: Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings are up by 12% this year, according to the website for the United States Bankruptcy Court in Los Angeles. This could indicate that more LA residents are seeking the Bankruptcy Court's assistance to remain in their homes despite falling behind on their mortgage payments. Chapter 13's are generally filed by homeowners behind on their mortgages. One would expect more Chapter 13 filings if the housing bubble were to burst. Homeowners who can find buyers or...
When divorce courts began to reopen in the summer of 2021, a divorce lawyer reported working 16-hour days just to cope with inquiries from Americans who wanted out from their marriages. And business didn't let up throughout the year, even over the Christmas period, which is usually a more sedate time when it comes to divorces, as couples want to avoid tension among their families during the celebrations. Divorce inquiries were reported to be 45% higher than pre-pandemic levels....
Returning from a "Pandemic Pause" to the Southland, the Pomona Fairplex will host Pinners Conference & Expo California, Friday and Saturday, August 26-27, 2022. Pinners Conference is a must-attend event for creators and lifestyle enthusiasts where experts connect with those who love to craft, cook, learn self-care, and create. For two days, guests will have the opportunity to attend more than one hundred classes and presentations covering a variety of topics led by industry leaders. "Pinners...
7/22/22 The track took in $23.56 million for a new Opening Day handle record, besting the $21.30 million mark that was established in 2021 The Delmar Racetrack was first opened on July 3, 1937 when Bing Crosby and partner Pat O Brian envisioned and created a racing palace by day and a Hollywood party playground at night. The racing legacy "Where the Turf Meets the Surf" at Del Mar Racetrack has been an attraction to many Hollywood Stars including Lucille Ball , Desi Arnaz, Mickey Rooney , Ava...
"The most precious thing we have in this life is our ability to take the ordinary and make it something truly extraordinary." - G Sparkl Santa Monica is definitely opening up again. I've been wandering into stores to meet people and check things out. On Santa Monica Blvd near the promenade, I found myself wandering into a the Sparkl Fairy Couture Store, where I spoke to Gabrielle Hall and Ashlie Roswell. Gabrielle Hall (aka Gsparkl on instagram) the owner and designer is 26. Nine years ago, she...
Photos of people being freed from salvery are rare. This photo was taken in 1907 after Slavery was outlawed in most of the known world-but still being practiced as part of the Arab slave trade. The British frigate had intercepted a slaving ship and freed several men. The sailor is sawing off his shackle (not his foot), as the man looks in the other direction. This man was saved off the coast of Oman, just prior to being sent into longer-term slavery-by the skin of his neck. The photo always...
The annual Delta Aquariids meteor shower falls in line with a New Moon this year, making this week the perfect time to see 'shooting stars' at their best and brightest, and have great chances at capturing them on camera. Prime time to see the meteors is between Thursday July 28th, in line with the New Moon (which means the moon won't be visible, so the sky will be ultra dark), until Sunday 31st July. You'll want to find a location that's away from light pollution.. Once you're set up, lie flat o...
Santa Monica College (SMC) has been named one of MovieMaker's 40 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada of 2022, and one of the top 12 in the U.S. West and Northwest alongside Stanford University, UCLA, USC, ArtCenter College of Design, and California Institute of the Arts, among others. The annual list recognizes schools that prepare students for every aspect of moviemaking-spanning world-renowned universities as well as rising, surprisingly affordable institutions. SMC was recognized for...
He may be the world's richest man, but Elon Musk still can't get laid in a whore house with a fistful of fifties. Ok, fine, he didn't actually say that, but he did say "I haven't had sex in ages." "This is total bs," tweeted Musk, referring to rumors of an affair between himself and Sergei Brin's wife which appeared in the Wall Street Journal. "Sergey and I are friends and were at a party together last night! I've only seen Nicole twice in three years, both times with many other people around....
July 20, 2022 - Some dogs and cats have lived remarkably long lives. In March, Guinness World Records named Chihuahua "TobyKeith" the oldest living dog at 21 years, 66 days old. The oldest dog ever recorded was an Australian Cattle Dog that passed in 1939 at the age of 29 years, five months. The world's oldest cat, Crème Puff, lived to be 38 years and three days. TobyKeith was adopted as a puppy from an animal shelter in Florida. DACC is proud to report that one of its own alumni is right...
Ask Rusty – I'm 78 and Still Working; Should I Apply for Social Security? Dear Rusty: I am 78, still working, have a good healthcare plan and I make a nice salary. Can I still get my Social Security check since I paid into it all these years? Signed: Still Working in My 70s Dear Still Working: You not only can get your Social Security check now, I recommend you apply for it as soon as possible. Regardless of your current earnings, you'll not suffer any penalty because you are still working. T...
Two-year-old Cyrus Bakhtiari of MarVista is struggling with an extremely rare disease. He was diagnosed with Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD), a rare genetic disorder, after testing positive for COVID-19 last year. He was admitted to the ER and went through countless testing and a lengthy hospital stay when doctors at Children's Hospital LA gave his parents the heartbreaking news that he has CGD, a life-threatening disease. This condition is so uncommon that fewer than 20 babies per year are...
Samantha Flores has been recognized for academic achievement by the National Society of High School Seniors. She is an incoming senior at Santa Monica High School. Samantha is the co-captain of SAMOHI's cheer squad. "I and have worked for these past four years to receive as many academic achievements as possible as a "tribute" of sorts to my mom who didn't get the opportunities that I have today," she says. Next year, she will be the first person in her family to enroll in college. Which...
The Concern Foundation's 47th Annual Block Party Back on the Block Sold- Out event on Saturday evening July 9, 2022. On Saturday evening, July 9, 2022 over 3,500 excited guests attended The Concern Foundation's Back on the Block 47th Annual Block Party at Paramount Studios, 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90038 from 6-10 pm. This sold-out event raised 1.8 million for cancer research through donations, ticket sales and on auction item bids on over 150 items The backlot of Paramount Studios...
