Larchmont Buzz

01/27/2023

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01/27/2023

and over 130 volunteers fanning out from television city for the homeless count this evening including 10 CD5 staffers including

01/26/2023

LAPD Concerned About Video Release - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

LAPD - along with law enforcement agencies around the country - are on alert today ahead of the planned release of video showing a beating by police that lead to the death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, TN, earlier this month. (As of this morning, all of the involved officers have been, fired, charged with second degree murder and other crimes, and are now in custody.)

LAPD and other law enforcement nationwide are concerned about protests and civil unrest in anticipation of the video of a police beating of Tyre Nichols in Memphis.

01/26/2023

City's New OrganicsLA Program Changes How We Sort Our Trash - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Yes, we do now have to sort our household trash differently. Here's why...and how.

With the full roll-out this month of the new OrganicsLA program, Los Angeles residents can now recycle all types of food waste in their green bins.

01/26/2023

4.2 Earthquake Jolts LA including Hancock Park Area - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Didja feel it?

A 4.2 earthquake centered off the coast of Malibu was felt in Hancock Park area, jolting residents awake Wednesday morning at 2:00 a.m.

01/26/2023

Hidden Jeans Settling in on Larchmont - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Local clothing company Hidden Jeans is settling in on Larchmont, and creating a store with appeal across generational lines.

We stopped by Hidden Jeans at 130 N. Larchmont the other day to chat with owner and long-time local resident Jenipher Park.

01/26/2023

Res Ipsa Scavenger Hunt This Friday - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Check out the cute scavenger hunt at Res Ipsa on Larchmont on Friday!

Res Ipsa Larchmont is hosting a scavenger hunt. Stop by Friday, January 27 and scope out the store and hunt -- and pick up a Larchmont Buzz button!

01/24/2023

Los Angeles' Annual Homeless Count is This Thursday - Volunteers Still Needed! - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

The Los Angeles Homeless Count is coming up in just three days...and many volunteers are still needed. They count...will you?

Volunteers are still very much needed to help with this Thursday's annual homeless count in the Greater Wilshire and Mid City West areas.

01/24/2023

Nominate an Outstanding Woman for A Congressional Award - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Congressional representative Adam Schiff is looking for outstanding local women to honor.

Nominated an outstanding woman for a Congressional Woman of The Year award. The deadline to nominate is February 28, 2023.

01/24/2023

Real Estate Buzz: A Rainbow, a Classic and Castle - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

A rainbow, a classic and a castle - some highlights of the LA real estate market this week.

Real Estate Buzz: A John Lautner Midcentury designed to look like a rainbow, a Hancock Park Classic and a Castle.

01/24/2023

No-Boil Pasta Marinara Bake (a.k.a. More Tales from the Kitchen-less Cook) - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

In her latest "kitchen-less" cooking adventure, Buzz food writer creates a delicious No-Boil Pasta Marinara Bake.

Try this vegan No-Boil Pasta Marinara Bake, from food writer Deborah Brooks, who is cooking without her kitchen while doing a renovation.

01/24/2023

Public Health Update: LA County Moves into Low Community Tier - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

LA County has moved back into the "low" community tier for COVID-19, and the widely anticipated winter surge has yet to materialize.

Declining case rates move LA County down into the "low" community tier, though hospitalizations and deaths remain relatively high, especially for our most vulnerable residents.

01/24/2023

Theater Review: Twelve O'Clock Tales with Ava Gardner - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Twelve O'Clock Tales with Ava Gardner brings the aging movie icon back to life in a "knockout" show about her career and many famous loves.

Twelve O'Clock Tales with Ava Gardner is a "knockout show" at the Whitefire Theatre, with playwright and star Alessandra Assaf portraying the aging actor's reminiscences of her life and loves.

01/24/2023

Holey Grail Donuts To Open Next Month - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Holey Grail Donuts is almost here - opens in February!

Holey Grail, the vegan donut company will open on Larchmont Blvd in mid-February.

01/24/2023

Levain Bakery is Coming This Spring - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Levain Bakery is coming to Larchmont this spring!

Vinyl panels were installed yesterday announcing New-York based Levain Bakery's Spring arrival at 227 N. Larchmont Blvd.

01/19/2023

Friends and Community Celebrate Larchmont Legend Jane Gilman's 90th Birthday - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Larchmont Chronicle founder and longtime publisher Jane Gilman celebrated her 90th birthday at Tom Bergin's Pub and Restaurant this past Saturday.

Larchmont Chronicle and longtime publisher Jane Gilman was feted at a 90th birthday party on Saturday at Tom Bergin's Pub & Restaurant.

01/19/2023

Amazing dinner at Caldo Verde featuring recipes from Somebody Feed Phil, the cookbook!

Lucky to call these guys neighbors.

01/18/2023

All dressed up
Alex morphew is a new vendor at the Wednesday market!
Everything is made from scratch, sourcing the best meat, ethically raised, no antibiotics none of that!
Bake in oven, broil to crisp it.

Check it out!

01/17/2023

Debi King, Ridgewood-Wilton Neighbor Leader Passes Away - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Ridgewood-Wilton's Debi King, a longtime neighborhood activist, has passed away.

Ridgewood-Wilton resident Deborah (Debi) King, passed away Friday, December 9, 2022. She was 69 years old.

01/17/2023

Buzz Virtual vs. In-Person Meetings Poll Favors Hybrid or Virtual Options - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Those who have taken our in-person vs. virtual meetings poll (so far) show a strong preference for hybrid or all-virtual options.

The Buzz's recent reader poll on virtual vs. in-person meetings for neighborhood councils and other city groups shows a clear preference for continuing at least some sort of virtual component.

01/17/2023

Theater Review: Home Front - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

The Victory Theatre's Home Front is a powerful theater experience featuring beautifully layered characters, an accurate historical framework, and abiding honesty.

The Victory Theatre's Home Front is So it is with Home Front, is a powerful theater experience featuring beautifully layered characters, an accurate historical framework, and abiding honesty.

01/17/2023

YMCA MLK Brotherhood Breakfast - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

California Secretary of State Shirley Weber was the keynote speaker at this year's YMCA MLK Brotherhood Breakfast.

CA Secretary of State Shirley Weber headlined the YMCA's 51st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Brotherhood Breakfast which honored LA Dofer Foundation CEO Nichol Whiteman and NWHL player and NHK Scout Blake Bolden.

01/17/2023

Big Sunday's MLK Clothing Drive and Community Breakfast - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Big Sunday's annual MLK clothing drive was back this year...and a great way to celebrate the holiday.

Big Sunday Volunteers sort clothing to be giving away at the organization's 11th annual MLK Day Clothing Drive and Community Breakfast.

01/17/2023

Buffalo Roasted Cauliflower with Mixed Herb Dressing - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

The perfect vegan snack for game days!

Kick off the new year with some spice. Buffalo Roasted Cauliflower is a plant-based version of the classic spicy wings.

01/17/2023

Theater Review: Final Interview - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Final Interview, now on stage at the Pico Playhouse, "veers between comedy and thriller, hostage situation and screed on corporate ruthlessness and the personal trauma it can cause."

01/14/2023

Celebrating the Lives of Fluff and Sandy McLean - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

A celebration of life will be held later this month for two beloved neighbors who passed in the last year.

Family and friends of Fluff and Sandy McLean are invited to a celebration of their lives on Sunday January 22, 2023 at 3 p.m. at the Ebell of Los Angeles

01/14/2023

Hancock Park Creates CERT Teams! - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

The Hancock Park HOA is creating CERT emergency response teams for its neighborhood. Have you signed up for this spring's Community Emergency Response Team training yet?

Hancock Park HOA is forming CERT teams to support disaster readiness among residents in the neighborhood.

01/14/2023

Public Health Update: No Post-Holiday Winter Surge (Yet)...but Deaths Highest Since July - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

So far, no big signs of a January COVID surge...but deaths are still high, and certain groups remain disproportionately affected.

COVID-19 cases continued to drop this week, with no signs of a winter surge (yet), though risks from new variants, continuing gaps in age and income vulnerability continue

01/14/2023

The Week Ahead - Events for January, 14-20, 2023 - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

This week brings you several museum-based workshops, jazz music, free dance classes, and a heads-up about the following week's homeless count. Among other activities!

This week features some great museum-based workshops, jazz music, free dance classes, Lunar New Year fun...and a heads-up about next week's homeless count.

01/13/2023

GWNC Wrestles with Potential Return to In-Person Meetings - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

So what do you think...should neighborhood councils (and other city bodies) be allowed to continue meeting virtually after the city's emergency order expires at the end of this month?

At last night's GWNC meeting, board members discussed the city's push to return to in-person meetings, which many members oppose.

01/13/2023

Disaster Response Training; CERT Classes Start March 7 - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

If you've been resolving to get more involved with your community, or to learn more about emergency response and preparedness...this is your big chance. The next round of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts in March.

Registration for the LAFD CERT training class is now open. Class starts March 7. Volunteers learn basic emergency first aid and other skills in the event of a major disaster.

01/11/2023

And Another One Down... - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

And a third area tree fell at Wilshire Crest School this morning.

In addition to two other area trees that have fallen after this week's rains, a third tree - at Wilshire Crest School - toppled this morning.

01/11/2023

Downed Tree in Harold Henry Park - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Another tree fell at Harold Henry Park yesterday...

LA Department of Recreation and Parks crew were out this morning cutting up a fallen tree at Harold Henry Park in Windsor Village.

01/11/2023

Review: Groundlings Lights Up - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

After some seriously cold and wet weather this week, some good Groundlings comedy may be just the thing to warn you up.

Groundlings Lights Up offers a fast, furious and, most importantly, live comedy show that's funny as hell.

01/11/2023

Local Streets Flooded, Tree Downed Near Larchmont - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Lots of storm effects in the last few days, including a tree down at 3rd and Larchmont...and lots of flooded streets and garages.

Heavy rains flooded streets, homes and basements. A mature pine tree also fell at 3rd Street and Larchmont late Monday afternoon.

01/11/2023

La Brea Bakery Closes La Brea and Disneyland Cafés - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

While a new bakery opened on Larchmont this week, another neighborhood favorite, on La Brea, closed its doors.

Neighborhood institution La Brea Bakery Café announced yesterday that it has closed permanently, and its parent company will focus on the brand's sales to grocery stores and other outlets.

01/11/2023

From the Hancock Park HOA:

Power Outage In Hancock Park; DWP Repair Crew On Site

Dear Hancock Park Residents and Surrounding Neighbors,
The Good News - The DWP repair crew is on site and working to restore power. The Other News -  Per DWP Supervisor Campbell, it will take between 6 and 8 hours before the power is fully restored. First they need to drain the vault, then find the cause of the outage and then do the repairs.

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01/10/2023

Clark Street Larchmont Open Today - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

Be sure to stop in and say hi to Larchmont's newest bakery - Clark Street - which opened today.

The wait is over! Clark Street bakery at 139 1/2 N. Larchmont Blvd is now open. Stop by and say hello. It's open 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

01/10/2023

New Griffith Park Forest Dedicated to Tom LaBonge - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

In a fitting tribute to late City Councilmember Tom LaBonge, the LA Parks Foundation has created a new native forest in his name in Griffith Park.

On Saturday, January 7, the Los Angeles Parks Foundation dedicated a new native plant forest in Griffith Park to former City Councilmember Tom LaBonge, who passed away exactly two years earlier.

01/10/2023

Perfect House for an Avid Silent Film Fan Tracey Goessel - Larchmont Buzz - Hancock Park News

An avid silent film fan has found her perfect home in Hancock Park.

This Hancock Park home is the perfect house for writer, physician, historian and silent film preservationist Dr. Tracey Goessel.