Hollywood Park Announces
New Retail Tenants Opening This Fall
For The Record’s Cinevita Takes the Stage At Hollywood Park Starting December 2024
Hollywood Park, the largest urban mixed-use mega development under construction in the Western United States, announced on Friday continued momentum for its retail district with three new tenants slated to open in Fall 2024 and early 2025: Martin’s Cocina y Cantina, The Meeting Spot and Phenix Salon Suites.
In addition, Hollywood Park will be the site for the World Debut of CineVita, opening on December 3 for a limited run through April 2025. CineVita will be home to For The Record, a genre-defying, immersive experience that brings iconic films to life through music, performed by stars of record, stage, and screen. The CineVita is more than a venue—it is a pop arts destination, meticulously crafted by five generations of master tent builders in Belgium. Featuring 3,000 hand-carved mirrors, hundreds of stained glass windows, and finely
detailed wood carvings on every staircase and luxury booth seat, this awe-inspiring 15,000-square-foot space transports audiences back to the golden age of cinema. As the largest of its kind
ever built, the CineVita Spiegeltent will provide the perfect stage for For The Record’s unique brand of live entertainment.
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Gov. Newsom Vetoes Jobs for Undocumented Workers at UC Campuses
On September 22, California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill which would have allowed undocumented immigrants to work at University of California campuses. While support for undocumented workers might ordinarily be a nobrainer for the progressive Democratic governor, Newsom decided Assembly Bill 2586 was too risky to approve. According to Insidehighered.com, “The bill was based on a yet-to-betested legal theory put forth by the Center for Immigration Law and
Policy at the University of California, Los Angeles, which suggests that the law prohibiting employers from hiring undocumented immigrants doesn’t apply to states or state entities such as public universities.”
Due to the bill’s ambiguity, Newsom said more clarity was needed. He is concerned that approving AB 2586 could make the UC system vulnerable to lawsuits and put universities at risk of losing federal funding. Newsom wrote in his veto message that California has been at the “forefront of expanding opportunities for undocumented students who seek to
realize their higher education dream,” but the legal risks of the legislation were too great
In a statement to the Los Angeles Times, the UC System explained, “This is a complicated situation, and we acknowledge the Governor’s basis for his veto in light of concerns that federal law would prohibit the University from hiring undocumented students, and that the implementation of this law could put our students, faculty, staff, and significant federal risk of funding.
“Given the gravity of the potential consequences of this bill, which include potential criminal and civil liability for state employees, it is critical that the courts address the legality of such a policy and the novel legal theory behind this legislation before proceeding,” Newsom wrote in his veto message
The veto is a devastating blow
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The statement continued: The bill “shone a bright light on the inconsistencies of state and federal immigration policies and employment laws.”
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the Opening Celebration for The Shops at Hollywood Park that took place on September 19, and featured the
Publisher’s Message
How To Reduce and Prevent Childhood Obesity
By Willie Brown
According to the CDC, “Approximately 1 in 5 U.S. children and adolescents have obesity, with the impact disproportionately affecting Hispanic and non-Hispanic Black children, as well as those from lowerincome families.” September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and an excellent time to get educated on ways to combat this epidemic. It seems ironic that families with less money for food would account for higher levels of obesity. But the truth is food quality, nutritional value
and levels of physical activity are just as important of the amount of food consumed. Childhood obesity has a lot to do with eating habits. Families with lower incomes tend to buy lower priced items, which unfortunately are starchy, highly caloric carbohydrates which pack on pounds and inches. While it is true that overweight parents can produce overweight children, what is often inherited are poor eating habits and cooking habits. It is up to parents and other adult caregivers to change the alarming statistics on childhood obesity by changing what is on the family menu; by reinventing how food is eaten and prepared.
If you’ve ever tried unsuccessfully to lose weight, then you can only imagine what it’s like for a child with little knowledge or control over the quality of food that they eat. It’s particularly troubling because the extra pounds often start children on the path to health problems that follow them into adulthood, setting them up for serious medical conditions
as well as poor self-esteem and depression.
So, what can be done to curb this epidemic?
First, understand that the biggest contributor to childhood obesity is lifestyle. While some parents might argue that obesity runs in the family, the truth is obesity is caused primarily by consuming too many high caloric foods and drinks, while getting little or no physical activity.
Sitting for long periods of time, getting little or no exercise, eating junk food, and eating out too often or late at night can lead to obesity. These behaviors can be controlled and changed through increasing physical activity, eating more fruit and vegetables, fewer sweets and fried foods.
Social and environmental factors also contribute to obesity. There are “food deserts” within low-income areas—fewer supermarkets and an overabundance of fast food restaurants serving highly salted, deep fried foods and sugary drinks.
Despite these challenges, families can adopt lifestyle changes to reduce childhood obesity and ensure that it does not carry on into adulthood.
Obese children need support from the entire family, and one of the best ways to lend this support is to adopt healthy habits for the entire family.
One of the best strategies to reduce childhood obesity is to improve the
eating and exercise habits of your entire family. Treating and preventing childhood obesity is a team effort. Get everyone involved in exercise. Walk, play sports or ride bicycles together, as a family. Get children more involved in preparing meals.
Make simple changes like substituting fruit for salty snacks, prepping meals ahead of time so there is always a healthy food option available. It’s also important to talk to your child’s doctor to ensure your child’s weight falls withing normal range for their age and height. Ask the doctor to check for diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol especially if it runs in your family.
Despite having less access to fresh produce in lower income communities, there are more Farmers Markets in Los Angeles County than ever before. There are Farmer’s Markets now in the Crenshaw District, in Watts, on the Eastside and other areas of South Central Los Angeles. Visit https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/docs/ CurrentMrktsCounty.pdf to find a market near you.
Inglewood has a weekly Farmers Market every Saturday at Hollywood Park and a monthly market is about to open at Frank D. Parent Elementary School on September 28. Check out our article on Inglewood Farmer’s Markets in this week’s edition.
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Announces Internships
Inglewood Today (https://inglewoodtoday.com) has announced immediate internship opportunities for aspiring journalists and data/research assistants. The 31-year old media company is considering college and high school students for 3-6 month internships working hybrid 4-8 hours per week.
Journalist interns will have an opportunity to build their writing portfolios while interviewing celebrities, elected officials and other community leaders. They will also cover issues related to Inglewood and surrounding areas. Data/ research assistants will work behind the scenes maintaining databases and helping to organize and launch a new blog.
Interested candidates may apply by submitting resumes to veronica@inglewoodtoday.com. If applying for the journalist internship, candidates must also submit their best 2-3 writing samples.
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Freshness Comes to Inglewood at Parent Elementary and Hollywood Park
The Inglewood Educational Foundation, in collaboration with We Grow Inglewood and the Frank D. Parent Elementary PTA, is excited to unveil a transformative initiative that promises to sow the seeds of change in our community—the launch of the Frank D. Parent Elementary School Farmers Market. This vibrant monthly gathering, kicking off on September 28, 2024, at 10:00 AM, aims to address the pressing issue of food insecurity while fostering economic growth and opportunity for local entrepreneurs, students, and families.
Inglewood is a community rich in diversity, with 99% minority enrollment at Frank D. Parent Elementary School and nearly half of its families facing economic challenges. The Farmers Market stands as a beacon of hope and resilience, offering fresh, locally sourced produce and a platform for local vendors to thrive. Through this initiative, we are not only providing access to nutritious foods but also empowering our community to come together, support one another, and invest in our local economy.
“We are thrilled to be launching the Farmers Market at Frank D. Parent Elementary School,” said Lauren Brazile, president of We Grow Inglewood. “This initiative will not only provide access to fresh, locally sourced produce for the community but also create opportunities for local entrepreneurs to showcase their products and contribute to the economic development of Inglewood.”
Set to become a staple event in the city of champions, the Farmers Market will take place on the second Saturday of each month, creating an ongoing opportunity for community engagement and collaboration. Organizers are actively seeking partnerships with local farmers to enhance the variety and quality of offerings available to attendees. Join us in cultivating a healthier, more sustainable Inglewood. For more information on how to get involved or become a vendor at the Farmers Market, please reach out to our team at info@wegrowinglewood. com. Together, let’s make a difference!
In addition to the new monthly Farmer’s Market at Parent Elementary, there’s a weekly Farmer’s Market in Inglewood as well, every Saturday
from 9am to 1pm at Hollywood Park. The Hollywood Park Farmer’s Market has teamed up with Farm Habit to provide the Inglewood community to fresh produce directly from local farmers, and treats from
local artisans and foodies. Parking is free for the first hour, then rates increase by $5 increments after the first hour with validation.
EBT/Cal Fresh is accepted. The market is located at 1213 District
Drive, inside Hollywood Park, at Century Blvd. and Prairie Avenue. For more information, visit https:// www.farmhabit.com/hollywoodpark.
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Usher: Past, Present, Future
By Maya Mackey
Usher has officially arrived at Uncle status. Mr. Raymond’s 4-night stay at the new, sparkly Intuit Dome—new home of the LA Clippers—kicked off last Saturday. I was lucky enough to get a ticket to the event in Club 10, one of the premier seats in the arena. The swanky club had an Instagram worthy decorative wall, with Jay Z’s infamous line in his wife’s song, Drunk in Love:
“This D’usse is the sh-- if I do say so myself.”
That quote lets you know the vibes you’re about to experience in the club seats. Other Club perks include premium food options and a lounge/bar set up. It makes you feel luxurious.
I arrived with just a few minutes to spare, so my Club 10 experience was cut short. Usher started promptly at 9 pm and crooned about every song you could want him to sing.
His show, a briefly revised version of his historic Vegas residency was built into 3 acts. The first act was Past, and Usher’s inner theatre kid shined. His earliest hits were performed on roller skates with his back up dancers (who were incredible!). You might remember something similar from his Superbowl Halftime Show this
past February.
During the second act—Present— Usher goes full theater mode. For his more obvious sexual tunes and a few of the classics (like Confessions), we saw Usher hump the stage in slow gyrating motions. Something that may have been sexy as all get out when I was 15 now feels really cringy at his big age of 45 (sorry Usher!). Meanwhile there was a stage upon the stage, where we saw two dancers in silhouette simulating love making. Parental warning: This is not a show to bring your kids.
The third act—Future--has Usher embracing his age and channeling the spirit of Marvin Gaye. After a brief change, he comes up from
beneath the stage, donning an oversized red fur coat, reminiscent of Sesame Street’s Elmo. This where he playfully asks the crowd to sing his infamous Superstar, and ignites a competition to see which side of the stadium could sing it the best.
He does a raunchy bit where he feeds his lady fans cherries. He fixes himself a drink at the bar in the VIP section and takes us to The A, as strippers perform on poles. This man is nothing if not an ENTERTAINER. He delights in debauchery but his voice is so silky smooth and his body is so flawless that you kind of forgive the rest.
He has his DJ do a special little run of LA/California hits from Blow
the Whistle to Not Like Us before shouting out the famous people in the crowd that night (namely LA Reidthe man who discovered him).
Usher eventually makes his way back to the main stage and in a blink, he’s changed again and is doing his Techno-pop hits “OMG” and “DJ Got Us Falling In Love.”
He’s slower, and it’s noticeable but again, to have abs like that in your mid -forties?! Not too much on Mr. Raymond.
His legacy is finally cemented in Hollywood, a long time coming. And, his charisma and good looks are still the star of the show alongside his impeccable catalogue and Superstar vocals.
Intuit Dome thanked Usher for a 4-night run with his own Intuit Dome embroidered bomber jacket.
His Sunday show saw the likes of LL Cool J and Boyz II Men.
The Past, Present, Future Tour is a variety show that verifies Usher’s immaculate run in R&B and “brings the A (Atlanta) to the world” as he prides himself on.
He’ll circle back to California again this November in Anaheim and I highly suggest you check it out.
T.I. and “Tiny” Harris Win $71 Million in Lawsuit Against Toy Company
T.I. and Tameka “Tiny” Harris are celebrating a huge victory after being awarded $71 million on Monday by a California jury. The couple sued and won their case against MGA Entertainment, accusing the global organization of violating intellectual property rights of their OMG Girlz music group with L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls.
The Sept. 23 verdict came after 3 court appearances by the “Live Your Life” rapper and his singer wife in a trial which spanned 4 years.
Tiny, a member of Xscape, shared her victory in a live Instagram video outside of a federal courthouse in Santa Ana, California:
“We did this for the city. We did this for the culture,” Tiny said.
“It was a fight. It was a hell of a fight,” she continued of the case that started in 2020, and lasted until Monday’s hearing. “We couldn’t be more happy.”
“We were proud to represent the OMG Girlz, Tiny, and T.I.,” their
lawyer told E! News in a Sept. 24 statement, “who had the courage to stand up for themselves and fight a billion-dollar corporation’s intimidation and insults with grace, perseverance, and a determination to
protect their intellectual property and the rights of other creatives.”
The statement added that thanks to T.I. and Tiny’s determination, “a remarkable jury did the fair, just and right thing by holding MGA
Entertainment fully accountable for trade dress infringement and for misappropriation of name, likeness, and identity.”
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development’s newest retail partners, eateries, event experiences, DJ sets by 1500 Sound Academy and live performances. Hollywood Park is owned, being developed and operated by Los Angeles Rams Owner/Chairman E. Stanley Kroenke. The 300-acre site consists of a retail area, office space, sophisticated residences, public parks, a lake, and premier entertainment venues. The mixed-use development is all linked by walkable paseos and plazas, and centered around the 3.1 million square-foot SoFi Stadium and adjacent YouTube Theater.
The vibrant, all-day destination, located at the corner of Prairie Avenue and Century Boulevard in Inglewood, is already home to Cosm, Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, JD Sports, Iconix Fitness, and Residency Art Gallery. It was previously announced that Google’s Code Next Lab, a community-based program that works with high schoolers to cultivate the next generation of Black, Latinx and Indigenous tech leaders, is coming to Hollywood Park and is currently under construction.
expansion for the Martin family and the Inglewood community they have proudly served for over 40 years.
“Our family has always been deeply connected to Inglewood,” said coowner Christian Martin. “Opening our second Martin’s Cocina y Cantina at
sole proprietors.
“A balanced tenant mix at Hollywood Park ensures the project is serving the local community, on-site residents and event attendees,” said retail leasing agent Jack Nathan of Kennedy Wilson Brokerage. “Food and beverage
Habit Farmers’ Market, which brings local vegetables, just-picked berries, artisanal breads, hummus, pastries, and an assortment of handmade gifts to Inglewood. Both events attract hundreds of people to Hollywood Park every Saturday.
Hollywood Park is not just a business venture; it’s a dream come true.”
To learn more about Hollywood Park, please visit www. hollywoodparkca.com and follow on Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn. For retail leasing inquiries, please contact Jack Nathan of Kennedy Wilson Brokerage at 424542-8886 or shops@ hollywoodparkca.com.
“Hollywood Park continues to add exciting attractions and retail establishments as the true potential for this vibrant community gathering place is being realized,” said Otto Maly, President of Kroenke Holdings.
“We are pleased to share the newest operators opening their doors here and look forward to giving our guests an even greater variety of offerings when they visit this unparalleled place to live, work and play.”
Opening this fall is The Meeting Spot, an open-air food and beverage destination in the heart of the retail district. Featuring a 160-seat outdoor patio, The Meeting Spot will offer a unique blend of high-quality casual dining, inventive cocktails, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
“We are proud to be part of Inglewood’s transformation and growth,” said owner Esaul Martin Jr. “Our new space at Hollywood Park will allow us to continue serving our loyal customers while inviting new guests to experience a taste of Mexico delivered by an Inglewood-proud family.”
In addition, California-based salon
offerings such as Martin’s Cantina y Cocina and The Meeting Spot bring energy and activation to the project while the addition of Phenix Salon Suites caters to daily needs. With Iconix, Cinepolis and Cosm, the synergistic co-tenancy we are striving for is being realized and much more is to come.”
As a city within a city, when complete, Hollywood Park will include up to five million square feet
“We are thrilled to become a part of the vibrant Inglewood community,” said Glenn Green, founder of The Meeting Spot. “Our goal is to create a welcoming space where everyone can come together, enjoy exceptional food and drinks, and make lasting memories. We proudly embrace a local-first mentality and are excited to welcome both longtime residents and newcomers to our neighborhood.”
Mexican restaurant and lounge Martin’s Cocina y Cantina will open its second location at Hollywood Park in early 2025, marking an exciting
suite franchise, Phenix Salon Suites, will open a 15,653-square-foot space featuring 82 suites for salon professionals in early 2025. The company’s largest franchisee, Kevin Davis, partnered with LL Cool J to own and operate multiple locations throughout the East Coast and the Los Angeles market, including this new location at Hollywood Park. Salon suites will be equipped with upscale amenities including a styling chair, shampoo chair, two cabinets, a hair dryer and a shampoo bowl that hooks directly onto the sink. The salon essentials are designed to meet each professional’s basic needs while providing them the opportunity to customize their suites, set their own hours, and operate their businesses as
of creative office space, an exceptional retail district reaching up to 890,000 square feet, a 300-room hotel, and up to 2,500 sophisticated new residences. The expansive outdoor-oriented districts will border the 12-acre Lake Park while being interlaced with a total 25 acres of tree-lined public parks and open space.
Hollywood Park’s retail component first opened in 2023 with Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas, the first movie theater in Inglewood in nearly 30 years. Residency Art Gallery, a platform for artists of color, opened shortly thereafter. The space also hosts weekly events for the community, including Hollywood Park Moves, Presented by Cedars-Sinai, a free HIIT workout class, as well as the Farm
About Hollywood Park Spanning nearly 300 acres, Hollywood Park is the largest urban mixeduse development under construction in the Western United States owned, being developed and operated by Los Angeles Rams Owner/Chairman E. Stanley Kroenke. Anchored by an up to 890,000-square-foot retail area and surrounded by creative office space, Hollywood Park offers new sophisticated residences, public parks, a lake, and premier entertainment venues. The mixed-use development is all linked by walkable paseos and plazas and centered around the 3.1 million square-foot SoFi Stadium, one of Los Angeles’ most striking architectural structures. Stylish residences and a modern openoffice campus will complement the entertainment and retail district, creating a worldclass destination for both local and international guests. Located just six miles off the coast, a short drive from LAX, Hollywood Park is an iconic global destination for millions to enjoy. For more information, please visit www. hollywoodparkca.com.
About Kennedy Wilson Brokerage Kennedy Wilson Brokerage, a division of Kennedy-Wilson Properties, Ltd., is a leader in the leasing and sale of commercial real estate, representing institutional and private capital investors and tenants across the United States. Our capabilities include investment sales and acquisitions, agency leasing, tenant representation, corporate services, valuation and advisory services. For more information, visit www.kennedywilsonservices.com. Kennedy-Wilson Properties, Ltd., is independently owned and operated and not a part of Kennedy Wilson Holdings, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries and affiliates.
to undocumented students needing the financial means to support their education. “The federal government has failed Dreamers and failed on immigration reform,” Democratic Assemblymember David Alvarez, author of the bill, said in a statement after state lawmakers passed his legislation.
Newsom has previously supported services and rights for undocumented Californians, including the expansion of the state’s health insurance system to include all eligible undocumented residents. He has stopped short, however, of endorsing their rights to UC campus jobs and home loans.
Additionally, the volatile nature of the current presidential race could court unwanted outrage from conservatives about Democratic immigration
policies. According to Politico, the Biden administration had privately pressured the UC’s governing board members not to proceed at a time when the president’s reelection campaign was taking hits over the border. They ultimately postponed the matter until January of 2025.
For now, the governor is leaning toward allowing the court to decide whether undocumented people can hold job at UC campuses before signing it into law.
“Seeking declaratory relief in court — an option available to the University of California — would provide such clarity,” he said of the legal ambiguity surrounding the issue.
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Harris Denounces Trump’s Attacks on Haitians
In an interview with Black journalists, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris condemned Trump’s recent remarks about Haitian immigrants, calling his false claims “a crying shame.” She urged Americans to reject his divisive rhetoric and emphasized the importance of voting to stand up against hate.
“This is not new,” Harris said, referring to Trump’s long history of using racist tropes. She decried his false statements about Haitian immigrants stealing pets, labeling them “grounded in age-old stereotypes.”
Harris’s message was clear: the American people need leadership that promotes unity, not fear. Stand with Kamala Harris against lies and racism.
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