Community gets creative for reimagined Halloween Happenings this month
When L.A. County officials announced they were strongly advising against traditional trick-or-treating or even trunk-or-treating this year, many lamented that, like so many things in 2020, Halloween would be canceled. But leave it to quick thinking community members...
Will the Election Impact your Investments?
Join us for a live webinar this month! As we approach Election Day, investors are understandably wondering– and maybe even anxious–about how the U.S. presidential election will affect the stock market. This year, COVID-19 and a fragile economy are additional concerns...
WAM Weekend includes virtual concerts, neighborhood treasure hunt and wine tasting
WAM Weekend is on! Albeit remixed for a special 2020 edition that changes the event’s block party vibe to a house party one. The Westchester Arts & Music Block Party, affectionately referred to as WAM, is usually a day-long celebration of community, art and live...
Westchester/Playa Public Art Scene
The Westchester/Playa area is home to some great public art from murals on buildings to giant statues, and more art will be added soon with the second round of the Utility Box Art Project! Late last year, nine colorful mini murals were painted throughout the area and...
In your hometown with…the Tuttles
The quarantine during the pandemic hasn’t been a mixed blessing for the Tuttle family, it’s been a total blessing. “It’s been wonderful for us because we were able to put a ‘pause’ on life. We were very much a sports family prior to this and our weekends used to...
Neighborhood gem, The Book Jewel, opens in Westchester Triangle
The buzz of excitement was palpable as dozens of community members eagerly waited to enter The Book Jewel at its grand opening on Saturday, August 29 in conjunction with Independent Bookstore Day. After years of pouring her heart and soul into creating a space that...
Westchester’s Little Libraries build community and love of reading
By Lydia Smith The sense of community in Westchester has always been one of the key reasons that people and families love to live here and take pride in their neighborhood. It’s no surprise then, that over the last few years many residents have built or constructed...
Westchester entrepreneur works to create best possible snack bar
Everyone’s business could use a little help these days, so every month we’re featuring companies owned by local residents or located in Westchester/Playa to help promote shopping locally and supporting community members. Here’s the scoop on Super Pop Snacks,...
Discovery Center celebrating the history of Westchester/Playa announces plan for fall opening
The Westchester/Playa Historical Society has found a permanent home in the Westchester Triangle after months of imaginative planning and support from the community. It is with great excitement that the nonprofit, which was launched to share the history and stories of...
VAVERA offers curated collection of hip gifts in PDR
Everyone’s business could use a little help these days, so we’re featuring some companies owned by local residents or located in Westchester/Playa to help promote shopping locally and supporting community members. As the focus on shopping locally continues to grow,...
