The last beer was poured and the final burger was served at Tompkins Square Bar & Grill on Saturday, November 17 when the bar closed after 14 years of being a popular Westchester hangout. “I have to say there has been a river of love from this community the last...
Jess Echeverry is no stranger to a life of transience. Now a mother of five, living with her family in Westchester, she spent much of her youth on the streets in and out of motels and homeless shelters in her hometown of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She endured her...
Interested in donating to a collection drive or giving back this holiday season? Consider checking out these local groups that are working to make a positive impact in the lives of others: St. Margaret’s Center Just a stone’s throw away from Westchester, St....
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we can all be thankful that there are tons of events and activities this month to help celebrate! Santa will be making special appearances all over town, so we’re confident that this year, Westchester/Playa is on the good...
The LAX Coastal Education Foundation is offering its first round of grants to help support arts and beautification efforts at local schools! The grants are intended to help enhance all forms of arts education and/or the beautification of campuses, classrooms, etc....
Every year, thousands of community members gather for Westchester’s largest patriotic celebration in honor of America’s birthday and to show a little hometown pride at the Westchester Fourth of July Parade. Next year, when America celebrates its 243rd birthday, the...
Take a step inside the Westchester/Playa Historical Society Room located in the Westchester Triangle for a glimpse into the past of these two connected communities. The room, dubbed Westchester’s Jewel and Playa’s Treasure, has been open for just over a year and...
This November, the Westchester Mental Health Guild will hold its 36th Annual Holiday Home Tour featuring five distinct houses beautifully decorated for the holidays. The featured Westchester homes include a Kentwood bluff residence with amazing views that will feature...
This month, the Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary will honor Trevor Daley with its highest honor, the Sunrise Community Service Award, at its annual Cultural Dinner Gala at the Playa Vista CenterPointe Club. Daley has long been an advocate for the Westchester/Playa...
Fall is here, and October is gearing up to be the best month of the year for community events and activities for the whole family. Whether you’re looking to hop on some classic carnival rides while enjoying cotton candy or to be scared by undead pirates on a haunted...
