Dear readers: New demands on my time require me to stop publishing San Pedro News. These past two years have been a real labor of love, but I can no longer sustain this work as a side project. I’m taking my career in a new direction and need to devote myself to that pursuit completely. I’m turning off comments because I can’t check in and monitor them. The site will stay up for archival purposes.
You can find news and special events where I find them:
Daily Breeze
San Pedro Today
Random Lengths News
PedroCalendar.com
SanPedro.com community calendar
San Pedro Chamber of Commerce
Very best regards and thanks for your readership, comments and interest in San Pedro News.
Sincerely,
Andrea Adleman
Friday, May 14, 2010
Friday, May 7, 2010
Neighborhood Council Meetings Next Week
The Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Monday, May 10 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave. View the agenda, visit www.nwsanpedro.org or call (310) 732-4522 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Tuesday, May 11 at the Port of LA High School, 250 W. Fifth St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. View the agenda, visit www.sanpedrocity.org or call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Tuesday, May 11 at the Port of LA High School, 250 W. Fifth St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. View the agenda, visit www.sanpedrocity.org or call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
The Food Section
The Los Angeles Times discovered Nosh Café in downtown San Pedro and they liked what they noshed.
Thursday Screening of Michael Jackson’s “This is It”
The King of Pop comes to the San Pedro big screen Thursday for a special presentation of the film, “This is It.” The movie screens at 7 p.m. at the Warner Grand Theatre, preceded by a dance performance by San Pedro City Ballet. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Get into the spirit by wearing one white glove and get a free small popcorn. Details at www.grandvision.org or (310) 833-4813.
Friday, April 30, 2010
Happening Today
The Los Angeles Harbor International Film Festival continues this weekend. Peruse the Daily Breeze story for background info.
If this is finally your year to plant a garden, go claim some freebies at the San Pedro Math & Science Center today, May 1, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. The LA school district and Councilwoman Janice Hahn’s office are sponsoring a seedling giveaway, where you can also get free compost and more. Bring your own containers. Details in this blog post and the event website.
If this is finally your year to plant a garden, go claim some freebies at the San Pedro Math & Science Center today, May 1, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. The LA school district and Councilwoman Janice Hahn’s office are sponsoring a seedling giveaway, where you can also get free compost and more. Bring your own containers. Details in this blog post and the event website.
Week in Review
“LA/Long Beach lead US in ozone pollution”
“Janice Hahn joins backlash against Arizona’s new immigration law”
“San Pedro resident running for state superintendent”
“San Pedro bird center members among responders to Gulf oil spill”
New issues of Random Lengths News and San Pedro Today are circulating, with cover stories on the war in Iraq and the Little Sisters of the Poor nuns, respectively. (Neither is posted online at presstime, so find the print edition around town).
“Janice Hahn joins backlash against Arizona’s new immigration law”
“San Pedro resident running for state superintendent”
“San Pedro bird center members among responders to Gulf oil spill”
New issues of Random Lengths News and San Pedro Today are circulating, with cover stories on the war in Iraq and the Little Sisters of the Poor nuns, respectively. (Neither is posted online at presstime, so find the print edition around town).
Arts News
First Thursday is May 6. Visit your favorite galleries and eateries at the monthly artwalk in downtown San Pedro and/or make new discoveries on the free guided tour, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Think Café, 302 W Fifth St. For more information about the tours, contact FirstThursdaySPTour@gmail.com. For general information about First Thursday, call Findings Art Center at (310) 489-1362.
The Daily Breeze theatre critic gives “wholehearted approval” of “Fully Committed” at Little Fish Theatre Company.
And at the Warner Grand Theatre: “Golden State Pops to feature Weill, Borodin selections”
The Daily Breeze theatre critic gives “wholehearted approval” of “Fully Committed” at Little Fish Theatre Company.
And at the Warner Grand Theatre: “Golden State Pops to feature Weill, Borodin selections”
State Budget Public Hearing Friday
Distract yourself from the L.A. city budget crisis and ponder a bigger deficit. State Assembly Democrats are holding a series of hearings to take public testimony on budget priorities. A Los Angeles-area hearing is taking place on May 7 in the San Fernando Valley. Here are details on how to participate in person or via live webcast.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Parts of S Pacific Avenue Closed for Filming This Weekend; Downtown is Accessible
South Pacific Avenue between Fourth and 12th Streets is closed for filming this weekend. Downtown businesses are accessible via Mesa Street to the east, and Fourth and Sixth Streets will be open to cross Pacific Avenue eastbound. A bank robbery and speeding getaway will be part of the action as “Faster” is filmed, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
Week in Review
Residential burglary alert: “Police arrest 3 burglary suspects” and “Police use truancy sweep in battle against San Pedro burglaries”
“City Attorney Carmen Trutanich calls Villaraigosa’s budget a ‘management failure’”
“State Democrats are split in Hahn-Newsom race”
The current issue of Random Lengths News features an interview with Chief Charlie Beck of the LAPD.
“City Attorney Carmen Trutanich calls Villaraigosa’s budget a ‘management failure’”
“State Democrats are split in Hahn-Newsom race”
The current issue of Random Lengths News features an interview with Chief Charlie Beck of the LAPD.
Arts News
A preview of “Fully Committed” and a review of “Tooth and Nail,” both at Little Fish Theatre Company.
The LA Harbor International Film Festival runs Thursday-Sunday, April 29-May 2 at the Warner Grand Theatre.
The LA Harbor International Film Festival runs Thursday-Sunday, April 29-May 2 at the Warner Grand Theatre.
Learn to be a Neighborhood First Responder
The Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council is sponsoring free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training to teach the basic skills needed in the event of a disaster. The classes will be taught at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave., from 6:30 to 9 pm on seven consecutive Thursdays beginning May 6. Classes cover disaster preparedness, search and rescue, disaster fire suppression, disaster medical operator/assessment and team organization.
CERT educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.
To register, send your name, address, and phone number to board@nwsanpedro.org or 638 S. Beacon St, Box 688, San Pedro, CA 90731. For more information visit www.nwsanpedro.org or contact Katy Carlson at girlscoutkaty@hotmail.com or (310) 320-3027.
CERT educates people about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help.
To register, send your name, address, and phone number to board@nwsanpedro.org or 638 S. Beacon St, Box 688, San Pedro, CA 90731. For more information visit www.nwsanpedro.org or contact Katy Carlson at girlscoutkaty@hotmail.com or (310) 320-3027.
Correction
The Earth Day events previewed last week actually occurred last Saturday, April 17. Today, April 24, you can help the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy clean the White Point Nature Preserve.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Past and Future
Here’s the week in review and week ahead, all wrapped up into one.
“Polar Bear Club pioneer Ray Falk dies at 87”
“Port of LA High School holds admissions lottery”
“San Pedro takes aim at ‘unsightly’ advertising benches”
San Pedro Today has launched a new website. The current issue is posted, plus much more.
In arts news, read a preview of “Tooth and Nail” at Little Fish Theatre Company, a work authored by a San Pedro playwright.
The Week Ahead
Earth Day is Thursday, April 22 but these two San Pedro events are happening next Saturday. In addition, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is sponsoring an Earth Day clean-up at White Point Nature Preserve next Saturday. (And/or, you can recycle old electronics today, April 17, at Albertsons on Western Avenue to raise money for San Pedro Girl Scouts.)
Coastal Council Meeting Monday – The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on April 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building, Cabrillo Plaza, Berth 28. For more information, view the agenda or call (310) 290-0049.
“Polar Bear Club pioneer Ray Falk dies at 87”
“Port of LA High School holds admissions lottery”
“San Pedro takes aim at ‘unsightly’ advertising benches”
San Pedro Today has launched a new website. The current issue is posted, plus much more.
In arts news, read a preview of “Tooth and Nail” at Little Fish Theatre Company, a work authored by a San Pedro playwright.
The Week Ahead
Earth Day is Thursday, April 22 but these two San Pedro events are happening next Saturday. In addition, the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy is sponsoring an Earth Day clean-up at White Point Nature Preserve next Saturday. (And/or, you can recycle old electronics today, April 17, at Albertsons on Western Avenue to raise money for San Pedro Girl Scouts.)
Coastal Council Meeting Monday – The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on April 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building, Cabrillo Plaza, Berth 28. For more information, view the agenda or call (310) 290-0049.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Week in Review
What’s up? If it’s Saturday, the answer is (a) kites and (b) a commemorative airplane flyover, both of which will fill the San Pedro skies today. Fly kites with the Kiwanis at 22nd Street Park and/or mark the first flight over the Pacific at Pt. Fermin Park. Details here.
If it’s high-flying political talk you prefer, head to the Democratic candidates forum this afternoon, 3-6 p.m. in Harbor City on April 10.
Ponte Vista drifted out of the news for a while, but it reappeared this week in a report that it’s effectively “back to square one.” The old planners are out, the chief investor has resumed control and the slate has been wiped clean as the developer starts over.
The ports are updating the Clean Air Action Plan and holding public meetings on the topic later this month. View the meeting flyer here or find much more background information at www.portoflosangeles.org and www.cleanairactionplan.org.
If you haven’t seen a print copy of the Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council’s new newsletter yet, click to view the premier issue of Grand Central.
The co-founder of the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium has died.
If it’s high-flying political talk you prefer, head to the Democratic candidates forum this afternoon, 3-6 p.m. in Harbor City on April 10.
Ponte Vista drifted out of the news for a while, but it reappeared this week in a report that it’s effectively “back to square one.” The old planners are out, the chief investor has resumed control and the slate has been wiped clean as the developer starts over.
The ports are updating the Clean Air Action Plan and holding public meetings on the topic later this month. View the meeting flyer here or find much more background information at www.portoflosangeles.org and www.cleanairactionplan.org.
If you haven’t seen a print copy of the Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council’s new newsletter yet, click to view the premier issue of Grand Central.
The co-founder of the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium has died.
Have Fun, Do Good and Support the Hometown All at Once
Enjoy yourself and support San Pedro lifestyle businesses at today’s Edge of LA International Wine Festival.
Next Saturday, give it up for the Los Angeles Maritime Museum, which is holding a casino night fundraiser on April 17.
Next Saturday, give it up for the Los Angeles Maritime Museum, which is holding a casino night fundraiser on April 17.
Neighborhood Council Meetings Next Week
The Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Monday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave. View the agenda, visit www.nwsanpedro.org or call (310) 732-4522 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Tuesday, April 13 at the Port of LA High School, 250 W. Fifth St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. View the agenda, visit www.sanpedrocity.org or call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Tuesday, April 13 at the Port of LA High School, 250 W. Fifth St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. View the agenda, visit www.sanpedrocity.org or call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
Angels Gate HS Construction Update
Hear an update at a community meeting Wednesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. at White Point Elementary School, 1510 Silvius Av. Details here.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Extra Credit if You Can Find the News This April Fool’s Week
Hey, what happened to the news this week? Your industrious editor can’t find anything substantive to report to you eager readers.
Here’s what I’ve scraped together:
Today is the informational meeting for neighborhood council candidates from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Peck Park. Details here.
You can flip through the new issue of the San Pedro Business Journal, with a lead story on the economic benefits of the arts.
Here’s what’s on the horizon this month:
The first annual Edge of LA International Wine Festival is next Saturday, April 10 in downtown San Pedro.
A Democratic candidates forum is taking place next Saturday afternoon in Harbor City. Democrats running for Secretary of State, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner and Superintendent of Public Instruction are confirmed to attend. Details here.
The LA Harbor International Film Festival is April 29-May 2.
Happy Easter and Passover to end this “holiday light” and fool-hardy news week.
Here’s what I’ve scraped together:
Today is the informational meeting for neighborhood council candidates from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Peck Park. Details here.
You can flip through the new issue of the San Pedro Business Journal, with a lead story on the economic benefits of the arts.
Here’s what’s on the horizon this month:
The first annual Edge of LA International Wine Festival is next Saturday, April 10 in downtown San Pedro.
A Democratic candidates forum is taking place next Saturday afternoon in Harbor City. Democrats running for Secretary of State, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner and Superintendent of Public Instruction are confirmed to attend. Details here.
The LA Harbor International Film Festival is April 29-May 2.
Happy Easter and Passover to end this “holiday light” and fool-hardy news week.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Week in Review
Photo courtesy of L.A. City Bureau of Sanitation
Leaders of the Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council joined with community activists, politicians and city functionaries to break ground Monday on the long-awaited Peck Park Canyon restoration project.
Plus,
“All LA city libraries to close on Sundays due to budget crunch”
“Cleanup extension sought for Cabrillo Beach’s ‘F’-rated water”
“Officials seek to stem 25th Street flooding problem”
“San Pedro steps up efforts to keep Warner Grand Theatre open”
“San Pedro intersection returns to pushbutton crosswalk lights”
Councilwoman Janice Hahn announced the addition of a graffiti officer to the LAPD Harbor Division station.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council has published the premier issue of its “Grand Central” newsletter. It’s not yet online, but look for it at spots in downtown San Pedro.
The April issue of San Pedro Today is out with a cover story on the L.A. Maritime Museum. Pick up a hard copy while the magazine’s website is down.
Greater Harbor Area News
Over in Long Beach, a new outfit called Urban Ocean Boat Cruise is showing passengers “the grittier side of L.A.’s coast.”
The curator at the Drum Barracks museum in Wilmington may be laid off. Moving from this fact of the city budget deficit, the Los Angeles Times goes on to profile the facility’s unique role in L.A. history.
Missing the latest issue of the District Weekly? Alas, the Long Beach-based newspaper has shut down. A determined reporter immediately moved the “paper” to a blog. Read Dave Wielenga’s “REDISTRICTED” at LBreport.com.
The curator at the Drum Barracks museum in Wilmington may be laid off. Moving from this fact of the city budget deficit, the Los Angeles Times goes on to profile the facility’s unique role in L.A. history.
Missing the latest issue of the District Weekly? Alas, the Long Beach-based newspaper has shut down. A determined reporter immediately moved the “paper” to a blog. Read Dave Wielenga’s “REDISTRICTED” at LBreport.com.
Be Part of the Solution: Run for Neighborhood Council
All San Pedro and Harbor Area neighborhood councils are holding elections in June. Candidates must file papers to run by April 9. An informational meeting is taking place next Saturday, April 3 at Peck Park. Here’s a news brief with more information.
Arts Section: First Thursday and ‘Little Mermaid’
This week is First Thursday (on April Fools Day!) Daily Breeze columnist John Bogert will sign his new book of columns at Williams’ Book Store, 443 W. Sixth St., from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Beforehand, consider taking the free monthly guided tour beginning at 6:30 p.m. at 7th Street Chophouse, 465 W. Seventh St. Tour guests are invited to meet at the restaurant and socialize early over complementary appetizers. Tour stops include Flazh!Alley art studio and Gallery Azul, concluding at Williams’ Book Store for the book signing.
The monthly First Thursday artwalk takes place on April 1 in downtown San Pedro from 6 to 9ish p.m.
In other arts news, the Daily Breeze previews “The Little Mermaid,” on stage this weekend at the Warner Grand Theatre.
The monthly First Thursday artwalk takes place on April 1 in downtown San Pedro from 6 to 9ish p.m.
In other arts news, the Daily Breeze previews “The Little Mermaid,” on stage this weekend at the Warner Grand Theatre.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Week in Review
Happily, the Pt. Fermin Lighthouse curator isn’t getting laid off after all.
Beacon House, a downtown San Pedro recovery home, got a $360,000 grant from L.A. County, which it will use to remodel and construct additional housing. (Published in Wednesday’s paper, March 17, but not posted online for some reason).
This week’s issue of Random Lengths News has a cover story on the “war on public education,” with an inside piece on the San Pedro High School reform plans and other community news.
Beacon House, a downtown San Pedro recovery home, got a $360,000 grant from L.A. County, which it will use to remodel and construct additional housing. (Published in Wednesday’s paper, March 17, but not posted online for some reason).
This week’s issue of Random Lengths News has a cover story on the “war on public education,” with an inside piece on the San Pedro High School reform plans and other community news.
Politics News
Who’s running for the Harbor Area LA City Council seat? – San Pedro columnist Diana Chapman has posted a story on definite and probable candidates for the 15th district council seat. Doug Epperhart, David Greene and Rudy Svorinich, Jr. tell Chapman they are in for sure. The maybe list includes John Delgado, John Mavar, Anthony Pirozzi, Anthony Santich and James Weston. Read all about it at theunderdogforkids.blogspot.com.
Youthful public service – Students and civic-minded folk will be cleaning and painting at San Pedro High School this morning (March 20) as part of the Day of Service, a joint project of the LA mayor’s office and the LA school district. Kite flying is also on the agenda. It all begins at 8 a.m. at the school, 1001 W. 15th St.
Youthful public service – Students and civic-minded folk will be cleaning and painting at San Pedro High School this morning (March 20) as part of the Day of Service, a joint project of the LA mayor’s office and the LA school district. Kite flying is also on the agenda. It all begins at 8 a.m. at the school, 1001 W. 15th St.
Attention John Bogert Fans
The inimitable Daily Breeze columnist just released a collection of columns in book form. Bogert will sign his “Grounded” at the San Pedro Library today (March 20) at 1 p.m. and at Williams Book Store on April 1 (First Thursday). Details here.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Week in Review
Oh so tidy when the headlines speak for themselves.
“Community leaders scramble to keep San Pedro’s Warner Grand open,” but some are optimistic that a private operator will bring change for the better
Case study in LA city layoffs: “Point Fermin lighthouse curator gets pink slip”
“LA council okays plan for school air filters near Port of LA”
“Hahn announces city funding for Harbor Area projects”
“Community leaders scramble to keep San Pedro’s Warner Grand open,” but some are optimistic that a private operator will bring change for the better
Case study in LA city layoffs: “Point Fermin lighthouse curator gets pink slip”
“LA council okays plan for school air filters near Port of LA”
“Hahn announces city funding for Harbor Area projects”
About that Lt. Gov. Race …
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom throws his hat into the ring and LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa throws his support behind Councilwoman Janice Hahn.
Civic Datebook
Waterfront meeting – A workshop is taking place Thursday on the downtown-area waterfront improvements. See what they have in mind and give your input at the March 18 meeting, set for 6 p.m. at the Port of LA High School, 250 W Fifth St. Call (310) 732-3567 for more information.
Coastal council meeting Monday – The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets at its regular time and place (6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building) on Monday, March 15. Visit www.cspnc.org or call (310) 290-0049 for more information.
Coastal council meeting Monday – The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets at its regular time and place (6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building) on Monday, March 15. Visit www.cspnc.org or call (310) 290-0049 for more information.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Happy March
Just a few nibbles of news to begin the month.
News briefs
Embarking Princess Cruise passengers can now bring friends and family aboard for a nostalgic “Bon Voyage Experience.”
On a related note, downtown merchants are launching a pilot program to draw cruise passengers to their businesses.
In other news, “[m]ore than 400 trees to be trimmed in downtown San Pedro.”
The new issue of Random Lengths News is out with a cover story on the neighborhood councils’ political power. (Not yet online; look for the print edition at the newsstand).
Arts notes
The Daily Breeze theatre critic gave a thumbs-up to the two “Escanaba” shows now on stage at Little Fish Theatre.
The food critic gave a thumbs-up to Beach City Grill in downtown San Pedro.
News briefs
Embarking Princess Cruise passengers can now bring friends and family aboard for a nostalgic “Bon Voyage Experience.”
On a related note, downtown merchants are launching a pilot program to draw cruise passengers to their businesses.
In other news, “[m]ore than 400 trees to be trimmed in downtown San Pedro.”
The new issue of Random Lengths News is out with a cover story on the neighborhood councils’ political power. (Not yet online; look for the print edition at the newsstand).
Arts notes
The Daily Breeze theatre critic gave a thumbs-up to the two “Escanaba” shows now on stage at Little Fish Theatre.
The food critic gave a thumbs-up to Beach City Grill in downtown San Pedro.
Neighborhood Council Meetings Next Week
The Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Monday, March 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave. View the agenda, visit www.nwsanpedro.org or call (310) 732-4522 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Tuesday, March 9 at the Port of LA High School, 250 W. Fifth St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. The agenda can be viewed on the council’s home page. Call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Tuesday, March 9 at the Port of LA High School, 250 W. Fifth St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. The agenda can be viewed on the council’s home page. Call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
Friday, February 26, 2010
City Budget Forum This Morning
Rise and shine – it’s dollars and cents time!
Known for telling it like it is, City Councilman Bernard Parks is speaking at a city budget forum this morning organized by the Harbor Area neighborhood councils. The forum takes place at 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 27 at Rolling Hills Preparatory School, Palos Verdes Drive North west of Gaffey Street.
Hear from Parks, chair of the budget committee, along with union leader Julie Butcher, neighborhood councilmembers and others to learn how the city budget crisis can and will hit home for San Pedro residents and all Angelenos. (Some hints can be found in the Week in Review stories below.)
View the flyer for more information.
Known for telling it like it is, City Councilman Bernard Parks is speaking at a city budget forum this morning organized by the Harbor Area neighborhood councils. The forum takes place at 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 27 at Rolling Hills Preparatory School, Palos Verdes Drive North west of Gaffey Street.
Hear from Parks, chair of the budget committee, along with union leader Julie Butcher, neighborhood councilmembers and others to learn how the city budget crisis can and will hit home for San Pedro residents and all Angelenos. (Some hints can be found in the Week in Review stories below.)
View the flyer for more information.
Week in Review
Related to the city budget:
“Harbor Area museums could lose curators in city of LA budget cuts”
“LA animal control officials step up dog licensing efforts”
“Some neighborhood council leaders concerned over DONE merger plan”
Find a city budget commentary by Doug Epperhart of the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council in the current issue of Random Lengths News.
In other news:
“Port of LA sinks USS Iowa”
“LA board approves reform plans for San Pedro, Gardena high schools”
From the business page, a profile of Ancient Arts, a stained glass company in downtown San Pedro.
The hapless pelicans made the news again: Officials have determined “[p]elican illnesses attributed to weather, food scarcity”
If you hunger for more news, find the March issue of San Pedro Today in print and online, with a cover story on renovation of the Angel’s Gate Lighthouse.
“Harbor Area museums could lose curators in city of LA budget cuts”
“LA animal control officials step up dog licensing efforts”
“Some neighborhood council leaders concerned over DONE merger plan”
Find a city budget commentary by Doug Epperhart of the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council in the current issue of Random Lengths News.
In other news:
“Port of LA sinks USS Iowa”
“LA board approves reform plans for San Pedro, Gardena high schools”
From the business page, a profile of Ancient Arts, a stained glass company in downtown San Pedro.
The hapless pelicans made the news again: Officials have determined “[p]elican illnesses attributed to weather, food scarcity”
If you hunger for more news, find the March issue of San Pedro Today in print and online, with a cover story on renovation of the Angel’s Gate Lighthouse.
Arts for a Fresh Perspective: First Thursday and More
See a show or visit an art gallery to get your mind off this week’s weighty news. Here are some options:
Little Fish Theatre Company is staging two versions of “Escanaba.” The Daily Breeze has all the details.
Get some fresh air, plus art, music and fine food at First Thursday this week (March 4). See the website for a rundown of highlights and a printable map. Take advantage of the free guided tour to galleries and more, beginning this month at Rafaello’s at 6:30 p.m.
Little Fish Theatre Company is staging two versions of “Escanaba.” The Daily Breeze has all the details.
Get some fresh air, plus art, music and fine food at First Thursday this week (March 4). See the website for a rundown of highlights and a printable map. Take advantage of the free guided tour to galleries and more, beginning this month at Rafaello’s at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Local Forum on City Budget Crisis
The city – and state, for that matter – are scavenging for coins between the sofa cushions. Thousands of layoffs, service cutbacks and the elimination and consolidation of city departments have been announced or implemented. How does it affect everyday Angelenos? A Harbor Area community forum next Saturday will go beyond the headlines to reveal the nuts and bolts and real-life impact of the financial crisis. L.A. City Councilman Bernard Parks, chair of the Budget Committee, will be joined by union leader Julie Butcher and neighborhood council members at the public forum, taking place on Feb. 27 at 9:30 a.m. at Rolling Hills Preparatory School, Palos Verdes Drive North west of Gaffey Street. View the flyer for more information.
Remembering the L.A. Air Raid
The Ft. MacArthur Museum is hosting its annual re-creation of the Great Los Angeles Air Raid of 1942 today (Feb. 20) from 12 noon to 8 p.m. rain or shine. Tickets are $30, with proceeds benefitting the museum. View the Daily Breeze story or the Ft. Mac webpage for more information.
Coastal Council Meeting Monday
The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets on Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building, Cabrillo Plaza, Berth 28. For more information, view the agenda or call (310) 290-0049.
Week in Review
Updates this week on the flood damage from the rainstorms: officials are looking for as much as $7 million to fix the storm-drain system while the people flooded out of their homes and businesses are “frustrated” seeking relief from the city.
The distressed pelicans are getting a lot of sympathy – and press. The Los Angeles Times reports on the high costs of feeding the rescued birds, while the Daily Breeze notes, “State Fish and Game joins probe of pelican health problems.”
Political notes: Councilwoman Janice Hahn responds to a Daily Breeze editorial on her withdrawal from the shipyard negotiations. And the LA school board voted this week to place a parcel tax on the June ballot.
The distressed pelicans are getting a lot of sympathy – and press. The Los Angeles Times reports on the high costs of feeding the rescued birds, while the Daily Breeze notes, “State Fish and Game joins probe of pelican health problems.”
Political notes: Councilwoman Janice Hahn responds to a Daily Breeze editorial on her withdrawal from the shipyard negotiations. And the LA school board voted this week to place a parcel tax on the June ballot.
Meanwhile, Back at the Theatre
Following up on last week’s preview of The Relevant Stage’s “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” the Daily Breeze theatre critic has now seen the show and written a review that begins, “the second time is the charm.” The show runs through Feb. 27 at the Warner Grand Theatre.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Week in Review
The plight of pelicans began as the lead story in the Daily Breeze, then became the subject of multimedia reports on KNX 1070 newsradio and the Channel 2/9 TV news.
As expected, funding issues dominated Thursday’s meeting on waterfront redevelopment. Determined to find the money to build something, Port Executive Director Geraldine Knatz told the Daily Breeze, “I'm going to learn how to beg and I’m going to get that money.”
Local students will continue to get hands-on maritime lessons aboard the Angels Gate tugboat, thanks to donations that kept the vessel afloat when funding was jeopardized.
She’s from the government and the Port of Los Angeles High School hopes she’s here to help (with funding). In other words, “San Pedro school uses Rep. Harman’s visit to lobby for funds.”
High-tech safety is the plan as “[a]uthorities boost security at port complex.”
Money and politics had a little fender-bender this week, with the result that “Hahn recuses herself as mediator after shipbuilder’s contributions come to light.”
It was an uncontested election, but the results are in: “Voters overwhelmingly favor Gardena, San Pedro high school reforms.”
Just call this one Ports O’ Potty: “Automated restrooms at Port need user-friendly modifications.”
Shop local for your Valentine’s Day flowers at Fleur de Lys, a new Weymouth Corners shop profiled this week on the Daily Breeze business page.
As expected, funding issues dominated Thursday’s meeting on waterfront redevelopment. Determined to find the money to build something, Port Executive Director Geraldine Knatz told the Daily Breeze, “I'm going to learn how to beg and I’m going to get that money.”
Local students will continue to get hands-on maritime lessons aboard the Angels Gate tugboat, thanks to donations that kept the vessel afloat when funding was jeopardized.
She’s from the government and the Port of Los Angeles High School hopes she’s here to help (with funding). In other words, “San Pedro school uses Rep. Harman’s visit to lobby for funds.”
High-tech safety is the plan as “[a]uthorities boost security at port complex.”
Money and politics had a little fender-bender this week, with the result that “Hahn recuses herself as mediator after shipbuilder’s contributions come to light.”
It was an uncontested election, but the results are in: “Voters overwhelmingly favor Gardena, San Pedro high school reforms.”
Just call this one Ports O’ Potty: “Automated restrooms at Port need user-friendly modifications.”
Shop local for your Valentine’s Day flowers at Fleur de Lys, a new Weymouth Corners shop profiled this week on the Daily Breeze business page.
Coastal Council Meeting 1 Week Later
The monthly meeting of the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council is Feb. 22, a week later due to the President’s Day holiday.
Love-Themed Theatre
The Relevant Stage is performing “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” this Valentine’s Day weekend and through the end of the month. It’s an encore show returning this year by popular demand after last year’s run. Read a review from Friday’s Daily Breeze.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Week in Review
Portside, there’s talk of replacing the Gerald Desmond Bridge and a twist in the proposal to build a new shipyard on Terminal Island.
And more maneuvering in the quest to bring the USS Iowa to San Pedro.
This news is – bad pun alert – rooted in controversy: “Six downtown San Pedro trees must be removed to keep funding.”
Peruse a range of community, business and arts news in the latest San Pedro Business Journal.
In school news, “[s]ome sixth-graders would stay at elementary schools under LAUSD plan.”
From last Sunday, a recap of residents’ struggles to recover from the rain damage. (Over in the opinion section, Councilwoman Janice Hahn’s office took exception to the story.) Now that it’s raining again, sandbags, anyone?
On a decidedly lighter note, the San Pedro Target will soon carry more grocery foods.
And more maneuvering in the quest to bring the USS Iowa to San Pedro.
This news is – bad pun alert – rooted in controversy: “Six downtown San Pedro trees must be removed to keep funding.”
Peruse a range of community, business and arts news in the latest San Pedro Business Journal.
In school news, “[s]ome sixth-graders would stay at elementary schools under LAUSD plan.”
From last Sunday, a recap of residents’ struggles to recover from the rain damage. (Over in the opinion section, Councilwoman Janice Hahn’s office took exception to the story.) Now that it’s raining again, sandbags, anyone?
On a decidedly lighter note, the San Pedro Target will soon carry more grocery foods.
Civic Calendar
Waterfront Development Meeting Thursday: Time for Implementation
Now that the plans have been approved, port officials will give a briefing on the implementation stage. The meeting takes place on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza hotel, 601 S. Palos Verdes St. The implementation guidelines, schedule and other background information can be found in this LA Waterfront newsletter.
Neighborhood Council Meetings Next Week
The Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets Monday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave. Visit www.nwsanpedro.org or call (310) 732-4522 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets Tuesday, Feb. 9 at the Croatian Cultural Center, 510 W. Seventh St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.sanpedrocity.org or call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
Now that the plans have been approved, port officials will give a briefing on the implementation stage. The meeting takes place on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza hotel, 601 S. Palos Verdes St. The implementation guidelines, schedule and other background information can be found in this LA Waterfront newsletter.
Neighborhood Council Meetings Next Week
The Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets Monday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave. Visit www.nwsanpedro.org or call (310) 732-4522 for more information.
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets Tuesday, Feb. 9 at the Croatian Cultural Center, 510 W. Seventh St. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.sanpedrocity.org or call (310) 918-8650 for more information.
Fine Tuned
The world premier of “Avatar” music will be staged today (Saturday) as part of the Golden State Pops Orchestra’s “Great Composers Tribute.” Taking place on Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. at the Warner Grand Theatre, the show features music from “Avatar,” the TV show “Lost” and other popular productions. John Ottman, the composer behind tunes from “The Usual Suspects,” “X2: X-Men United,” “Superman Returns” and “Valkyrie,” will be interviewed on stage at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, January 29, 2010
So Says the Chief
Police Chief Charlie Beck, center, is surrounded by community groups supporting the Harbor Division station.
Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck outlined his priorities before an audience of civic leaders at a San Pedro luncheon Thursday.
Beck identified Constitutional policing – that is, following the law to enforce the law – plus crime reduction and terrorism prevention as some of his goals for the department. He also expressed deep concern for the wellbeing of officers, a number of whom are facing a “perfect storm” of reduced overtime pay and difficulties paying their mortgages and keeping their homes.
Beck said he comes to San Pedro at least once a week to visit his parents, George and Elma, longtime San Pedro residents.
Sponsored by the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce, the luncheon recognized nine volunteer organizations supporting the LAPD Harbor Division. The Harbor Area Boosters Assn., Harbor Area Cadets, Harbor LITES, the Harbor Area Community Police Advisory Board, the Teen Community Police Advisory Board, the Harbor Area Volunteer Corps, the Harbor Area Reserve Corps, the Weed and Seed Project, and the Harbor Area Crisis Response Team received certificates of appreciation for their service.
Week in Review
Today’s Daily Breeze reports at length on the San Pedro High School reform meeting Thursday, attended by an estimated 1,300 people.
The February issue of San Pedro Today has a cover story on The Corner Store, plus commentaries by eight community leaders.
On the heels of the movement to bring the USS Iowa to San Pedro comes the idea to do likewise for the newly decommissioned nuclear submarine USS Los Angeles.
LA school board member Dick Vladovic penned a letter to the editor sharply critical of the cell phone towers near Taper Avenue Elementary School.
This news was kept on the down-low until it was too late: Canetti’s Seafood Grotto has closed.
On a related note, the Los Angeles Times published a Papadakis retrospective as the restaurant serves its final dinner on Jan. 31.
The February issue of San Pedro Today has a cover story on The Corner Store, plus commentaries by eight community leaders.
On the heels of the movement to bring the USS Iowa to San Pedro comes the idea to do likewise for the newly decommissioned nuclear submarine USS Los Angeles.
LA school board member Dick Vladovic penned a letter to the editor sharply critical of the cell phone towers near Taper Avenue Elementary School.
This news was kept on the down-low until it was too late: Canetti’s Seafood Grotto has closed.
On a related note, the Los Angeles Times published a Papadakis retrospective as the restaurant serves its final dinner on Jan. 31.
First Thursday This Week
The monthly First Thursday artwalk is Feb. 4 in downtown San Pedro. Highlights include:
Under a grant from the LA Community Redevelopment Agency, fINdings Art Center is now coordinating First Thursday. For more information, call Annette Ciketic at (310) 489-1362.
An exhibit at the Croatian Cultural Center, 510 W. 7th St., by a 12-year-old photographer.
The unveiling of a labor mural by Slobodan Dimitrov at La Salle Lofts, 200 block of West Seventh Street, at 4:30 p.m.
A free guided tour of select galleries, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Off the Vine Wines, 491 W. Sixth St. Participants are invited to join in a $5 wine tasting before the hour-long tour.
Under a grant from the LA Community Redevelopment Agency, fINdings Art Center is now coordinating First Thursday. For more information, call Annette Ciketic at (310) 489-1362.
OPINION: Neighborhood Council Funding Threatened; Budget of $0 Proposed
By Doug Epperhart
The city’s chief administrative officer has issued a report recommending that neighborhood councils not be funded for the fiscal year beginning July 1. Instead of the $45,000 allocated to each council in 2009, they’d get zero. And any money left over from this fiscal year would also be taken.
What would that mean for San Pedro?
But, it also means those of us who have given years of volunteer time to neighborhood councils will not just fade from the scene or go away. We will still be here, fighting for our families and our neighbors and our community.
It’s true the city of Los Angeles is on the verge of bankruptcy. Revenues continue to decline faster than the city can cut its expenses. This is why the mayor proposes selling off parking meters and structures to a private operator, something many of us neighborhood council activists oppose. One likened the short-term gain to selling off grandma’s good silver to buy a bottle of scotch.
If you want to get a handle on what will happen at City Hall next week, go to www.budgetla.org, a website created by L.A.’s neighborhood councils.
Meanwhile, call Councilwoman Janice Hahn, (310) 732-4515, and Mayor Villaraigosa’s Harbor Area representative, Ricardo Hong, (310) 732-4632, and let them know how you feel about this attempt to kill neighborhood councils. Or email councilwoman.hahn@lacity.org and Ricardo.hong@lacity.org.
By the way, the report doesn’t recommend touching the councilmembers’ $179,000 salaries or their office budgets or slush funds. You might want to offer an opinion about that, too.
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Doug Epperhart is a San Pedro business owner, community leader and member of the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council.
The city’s chief administrative officer has issued a report recommending that neighborhood councils not be funded for the fiscal year beginning July 1. Instead of the $45,000 allocated to each council in 2009, they’d get zero. And any money left over from this fiscal year would also be taken.
What would that mean for San Pedro?
- No more money for beautification along North Gaffey.
- No more money for trees in Central San Pedro.
No more money for programs and projects at Point Fermin, 15th Street, Taper Avenue, San Pedro High, and other schools.
No more money for Shakespeare by the Sea, Little Fish Theatre, Warner Grand movies, Music by the Sea, or any other community events and groups.
No more Coastal Currents or Northwest Advocate newsletters.
But, it also means those of us who have given years of volunteer time to neighborhood councils will not just fade from the scene or go away. We will still be here, fighting for our families and our neighbors and our community.
It’s true the city of Los Angeles is on the verge of bankruptcy. Revenues continue to decline faster than the city can cut its expenses. This is why the mayor proposes selling off parking meters and structures to a private operator, something many of us neighborhood council activists oppose. One likened the short-term gain to selling off grandma’s good silver to buy a bottle of scotch.
If you want to get a handle on what will happen at City Hall next week, go to www.budgetla.org, a website created by L.A.’s neighborhood councils.
Meanwhile, call Councilwoman Janice Hahn, (310) 732-4515, and Mayor Villaraigosa’s Harbor Area representative, Ricardo Hong, (310) 732-4632, and let them know how you feel about this attempt to kill neighborhood councils. Or email councilwoman.hahn@lacity.org and Ricardo.hong@lacity.org.
By the way, the report doesn’t recommend touching the councilmembers’ $179,000 salaries or their office budgets or slush funds. You might want to offer an opinion about that, too.
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Doug Epperhart is a San Pedro business owner, community leader and member of the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Soaked
It’s a matter of fact: according to the data, the South Bay was hardest hit by this week’s rain storms. Storm drains were overwhelmed, homes were flooded and reporters and photographers documented the story over three days.
Wednesday headlines: “Storms wreak havoc in South Bay”
Thursday headlines: “Second storm pelts South Bay”
Friday headlines: “San Pedro residents now coping with flood aftermath” and “Sandbags, sand were scarce commodities in San Pedro during storm”
Plus, “San Pedro beach parking area remains closed due to mudslides”
Sea creatures also soaked: “Dozens of disoriented pelicans recovering from storm’s effects” and “Dolphin is latest marine mammal to wash up on Cabrillo Beach”
Photo gallery
Video of damage at Ninth Street and Pacific Avenue
Getting help: phone list of government agencies, fire stations and other resources from Councilwoman Janice Hahn. (San Pedro Today provides a printer-friendly version here.)
All stories from the Daily Breeze unless otherwise attributed.
Wednesday headlines: “Storms wreak havoc in South Bay”
Thursday headlines: “Second storm pelts South Bay”
Friday headlines: “San Pedro residents now coping with flood aftermath” and “Sandbags, sand were scarce commodities in San Pedro during storm”
Plus, “San Pedro beach parking area remains closed due to mudslides”
Sea creatures also soaked: “Dozens of disoriented pelicans recovering from storm’s effects” and “Dolphin is latest marine mammal to wash up on Cabrillo Beach”
Photo gallery
Video of damage at Ninth Street and Pacific Avenue
Getting help: phone list of government agencies, fire stations and other resources from Councilwoman Janice Hahn. (San Pedro Today provides a printer-friendly version here.)
All stories from the Daily Breeze unless otherwise attributed.
Big Ships Make Big News
Today, the USS Los Angeles is being decommissioned in a private ceremony in San Pedro. The Navy vessel, nuclear warheads and all, patrolled during the Cold War and is now destined to become scrap metal in Washington state. View the photo gallery here.
Last Sunday’s Daily Breeze reported on the twists and turns in efforts to bring the USS Iowa to San Pedro.
Last Sunday’s Daily Breeze reported on the twists and turns in efforts to bring the USS Iowa to San Pedro.
Civic News
Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck is coming to San Pedro to keynote a Chamber of Commerce luncheon Thursday.
The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets Monday, Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building, Cabrillo Plaza, Berth 28. For more information, view the agenda or call (310) 290-0049.
“Port of LA High School looking to buy its building from port,” says today’s Daily Breeze.
A new issue of Random Lengths News has been published, with a cover story on the 22nd Street Park. (Extra credit if the name Bea Atwood Hunt means anything to you).
The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meets Monday, Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cabrillo Marina Community Building, Cabrillo Plaza, Berth 28. For more information, view the agenda or call (310) 290-0049.
“Port of LA High School looking to buy its building from port,” says today’s Daily Breeze.
A new issue of Random Lengths News has been published, with a cover story on the 22nd Street Park. (Extra credit if the name Bea Atwood Hunt means anything to you).
Pin-Up Fashion
The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles is staging a fashion show Sunday at the Warner Grand Theatre, featuring pin-up looks of the 1920s to 50s. Half of proceeds from ticket sales will go towards the theatre. Details in the Daily Breeze story and at the Grand Vision Foundation.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Week in Review
Local law enforcement got a little stronger with the addition of 17 new officers to the LAPD Harbor Division.
In port news, the Los Angeles Times ran a story on the Clean Trucks program and both the LAT and Daily Breeze reported that cargo traffic is up.
The Fresno Bee covers the possibility that state Sen. Dean Florez may withdraw from the lieutenant governor race, effectively clearing the Democratic field for Councilwoman Janice Hahn. Said Florez: “Janice Hahn is formidable, no doubt.”
One last opa – Papadakis Taverna will close at the end of this month.
Short story and pictures from the opening of the 22nd Street Park last Saturday.
In port news, the Los Angeles Times ran a story on the Clean Trucks program and both the LAT and Daily Breeze reported that cargo traffic is up.
The Fresno Bee covers the possibility that state Sen. Dean Florez may withdraw from the lieutenant governor race, effectively clearing the Democratic field for Councilwoman Janice Hahn. Said Florez: “Janice Hahn is formidable, no doubt.”
One last opa – Papadakis Taverna will close at the end of this month.
Short story and pictures from the opening of the 22nd Street Park last Saturday.
Civic Calendar
Only one entity submitted a proposal to operate San Pedro High School under the Public School Choice system, instituted for low-performing schools. That entity is an alliance of teachers and parents of the school itself. Attend a public meeting Wednesday to hear a presentation on the proposal. The meeting takes place on Jan. 20 at 5 p.m. at the school auditorium, 1001 W. 15th St. The 128-page proposal can be viewed here.
The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meeting is a week later due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. It will be held on Jan. 25.
The Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council meeting is a week later due to the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. It will be held on Jan. 25.
Arts News
Little Fish Theatre Co. is staging Pick of the Vine, nine short plays that earned four stars in the Daily Breeze review.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Speed Reading
Quick news for your Saturday morning.
Tie your shoes and scoot out of the house for today’s opening of the 22nd Street Park. Speechifying with Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Councilwoman Janice Hahn, the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council and others is at 11 a.m., followed by free lunch. Find more background information in this week’s Daily Breeze story.
And/or, take your precinct-walking shoes over to the Stammreich for State Senate kickoff today in Torrance.
The Arcade Building in downtown San Pedro celebrated its 85th birthday this week.
In case you were wondering how business is doing at the twin ports, the Los Angeles Times reports they are “fight[ing] to stay dominant,” noting “the port complex has been handling less cargo as competitors in Mexico, Canada and other parts of the U.S. draw more traffic.”
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council will hear a presentation on the USS Iowa at its Tuesday meeting. The Jan. 12 meeting takes place at the Croatian Cultural Center, 510 W. Seventh Street, beginning with refreshments at 6 p.m. and the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council is Monday, Jan. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave.
A new issue of Random Lengths News is circulating in print and online, with a cover story on the top local stories of 2009.
Tie your shoes and scoot out of the house for today’s opening of the 22nd Street Park. Speechifying with Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Councilwoman Janice Hahn, the Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council and others is at 11 a.m., followed by free lunch. Find more background information in this week’s Daily Breeze story.
And/or, take your precinct-walking shoes over to the Stammreich for State Senate kickoff today in Torrance.
The Arcade Building in downtown San Pedro celebrated its 85th birthday this week.
In case you were wondering how business is doing at the twin ports, the Los Angeles Times reports they are “fight[ing] to stay dominant,” noting “the port complex has been handling less cargo as competitors in Mexico, Canada and other parts of the U.S. draw more traffic.”
The Central San Pedro Neighborhood Council will hear a presentation on the USS Iowa at its Tuesday meeting. The Jan. 12 meeting takes place at the Croatian Cultural Center, 510 W. Seventh Street, beginning with refreshments at 6 p.m. and the meeting at 6:30 p.m.
The regular monthly meeting of the Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council is Monday, Jan. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Peck Park, 560 N. Western Ave.
A new issue of Random Lengths News is circulating in print and online, with a cover story on the top local stories of 2009.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Civic Notes
Councilwoman Janice Hahn has officially entered this year’s Lt. Gov. race. Read the press release at janicehahn.com.
Local Republican Party leader and former Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council board member John Stammreich is running for state Senate, 28th District. Stammreich is challenging incumbent Jenny Oropeza (D-Redondo Beach) for the seat, which represents portions of San Pedro and other South Bay communities. (Click here to find out your state legislative districts). A kickoff rally is taking place in Torrance next Saturday, Jan. 9. Details at stammreich4senate.org.
A new issue of San Pedro Today is circulating in print and online, with a cover story on businesswoman Rae Gates.
Local Republican Party leader and former Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council board member John Stammreich is running for state Senate, 28th District. Stammreich is challenging incumbent Jenny Oropeza (D-Redondo Beach) for the seat, which represents portions of San Pedro and other South Bay communities. (Click here to find out your state legislative districts). A kickoff rally is taking place in Torrance next Saturday, Jan. 9. Details at stammreich4senate.org.
A new issue of San Pedro Today is circulating in print and online, with a cover story on businesswoman Rae Gates.
Arcade Building Birthday Party at First Thursday
The monthly downtown San Pedro artwalk is this Thursday, Jan. 7.
The Arcade Building on Sixth Street is marking 85 years with a daylong celebration that includes seminars, birthday cake and a mixer. Details at thearcadebuilding.com.
Check the First Thursday website early next week for additional highlights.
The Arcade Building on Sixth Street is marking 85 years with a daylong celebration that includes seminars, birthday cake and a mixer. Details at thearcadebuilding.com.
Check the First Thursday website early next week for additional highlights.
22nd Street Park Opens Next Saturday
The long-awaited grand opening of the 22nd Street Park is next Saturday, Jan. 9. The dedication ceremony takes place at 11 a.m., followed by a free picnic from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Located between Miner Street and Via Cabrillo Marina, the park includes a 4.5-acre field, walking paths, bocce ball courts, bike paths, benches, restrooms and plenty of free parking.
Host a Foreign Student
Looking for something unusual to do in the new year? Consider hosting an international student attending Marymount College in Palos Verdes. The Foreign Language School is seeking host families, who get a $500 monthly stipend and priceless cultural enrichment.
So It’s a New Year. Whaddya Think?
The Daily Breeze published New Year’s remarks by a bunch of South Bay political leaders. Read their musings here ... or not. What do you think? What’s your vision for San Pedro this year? Chime in with your comments.