area newsletter MARCH 2018 • LOS ANGELES
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Community News United acquires naming rights to L.A. Coliseum
A planned renovation of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum got a financial boost recently with United Airlines agreeing to pay for naming rights to the iconic stadium. The deal is reportedly for $69 million to be paid over 16 years, which means the company will have a prominent marketing position when the Summer Olympic Games returns to LA in 2028. The Coliseum, which opened in 1923 and hosted the 1932 and 1984 Olympics, is owned jointly by the city, county, and state, but is leased to USC under a 98 year lease. The stadium is also the temporary home of the Rams and Chargers football teams, as they await the construction of their new stadium in Inglewood. Organizers of the 2028 have indicated that the Coliseum will host track and field events, as well as the closing ceremony.
Mixed-use project planned near Palladium
A mixed-use project located across the street from the Hollywood Palladium is moving forward, with updated plans currently under consideration by city officials. The development, located at 6200 W. Sunset Blvd., would include 12,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, and 270 apartments on upper levels. The building will offer amenities such as a pool, a gym, and a roof deck, with units coming in studio, one- and two-bedroom layouts. The project’s design calls for wide sidewalks and a recessed walkway with retail frontage. If approved, construction is expected to take 26 months, with an eye towards a 2021 completion.
Supportive housing proposed for former library
City councilmember David Ryu, whose district includes portions of Koreatown, Mid-Wilshire, Hollywood, Los Feliz and Silver Lake, has proposed a plan to convert a former library into a supportive housing facility. Located at 1403 N Gardner Street., just south of Sunset Blvd., the vacant building housed the Will & Ariel Durant Library until 2004, after which the library was relocated to a new location at Sunset and Detroit. If approved, Ryu’s proposal would offer housing services to 20 women and likely be funded by the Measure HHH, the $1.2 billion bond that was approved by voters in November 2016.
Community News Tom Bergin’s scales back operations
represents the California dream and is also “an important part of the multibillion dollar California coastal economy.” California has numerous state symbols ranging from official state insect to official state grain, but so far does not an official state sport. Twelve other states have recognized an official state sport, with Hawaii also naming surfing as the state’s official individual sport.
Construction begins on Sunset Blvd. apartments The iconic bar Tom Bergin’s has scaled back its operations, announcing that they would be closing to the public once its current stock has been depleted. Founded in 1936, Tom Bergin’s has had a rough going in recent years, having originally closed in 2012, then sold and re-opened in 2013. The current owner has indicated that the property will remain available for private events and as a filming location. Vestry, the members-only whiskey club that was opened on the premises will also remain in operation.
Bill would make surfing California’s official sport
A bill in California’s state legislature would recognize surfing as the state’s official sport. The authors of the bill indicate that surfing best
Construction has begun on a new residential project near the intersection of Sunset Blvd. and La Brea Ave. The building will stand five stories tall and contain 60 apartments, as well as 3,400 square feet of retail space, and subterranean parking for 125 vehicles. The property, located at 7120 W. Sunset Blvd., at the intersection of Sunset and Detroit St., will also feature a central courtyard and a rooftop deck.
Restaurant
Spotlight
Rossoblu
Cosa Buona
Kismet
1124 San Julian Street, Downtown Los Angeles
2100 West Sunset Boulevard, Echo Park
4648 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Feliz
This fancy Italian restaurant in the Fashion District tellsl the story of the two places chef Steve Samson considers home: Los Angeles and Bologna. The menu here features handmade pastas, market fresh produce, and an extensive in-house butchery and salumi program. Try starting your meal with the tuna crudo, which is served with beans and mustard seeds. For dinner, try their free-range veal chop alla bolognese. If you want pasta, consider the Maltagliati, flat-and-white noodle served with porcini and sage. To drink, take a look at their Pan-Italian list of wines, or enjoy a craft cocktail. The family owned and operated restaurant is open Sunday - Thursday from 5:30 - 10 p.m., and Friday Saturday from 5:30 - 10:30 p.m.
This tiny spot, located on a corner in Echo Park comes complete with pizza, antipastos, salads, and more. Alimento’s Zach Pollack took over the space previously known as Pizza Buona and gave it an upgrade. Here you can order a sausage or margherita pie, enjoy appe¬tizers like the spicy potatoes diavola and the garlic bread, or even order meatballs, shrimp scampi, and chick¬en wings. To drink, the casual, walk-in neigh¬borhood pizzeria has a few Italian wines and beers to choose from. If you have room after your order, make sure to try their cookie semifreddo. Cosa Buona is open for lunch Monday - Friday from 12 - 2:30 p.m., and for Dinner Sunday - Thursday from 5:30 - 10 p.m., and Friday - Saturday from 5:30 - 11 p.m.
This bright, inviting restaurant in Los Feliz has a Middle Easterninspired menu. All food here is meant to be eaten family style--so bring company and come hungry. The restaurant cares about forging personal relationships with local farmers and producers, so they try to source as much as possible from small, responsible growers. The all-day casual restaurant features dishes like the squid on the plancha, lamb belly, magic myrna potatoes, and heirloom beans. Want to go big? Try the rabbit for two, a feast with flaky bread, greens, pickles, tahini and yogurt. Kismet is open 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily.
SIGHTS & SOUNDS in LOS ANGELES
LACMA
900 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007
5905 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90036
MOCA Grand Avenue 152 North Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
CURRENT EXHIBITION:
Tattoo November 19, 2017 – April 15, 2018
Painted in Mexico, 1700–1790: Pinxit Mexici November 19, 2017–March 18, 2018
Jackson Pollock’s Number 1, 1949: A Conservation Treatment March 4 - September 7, 2018
This exhibition focuses on Mexican paintings of the 18th century, a time that featured major stylistic advances as Mexican artists often sought to distinguish themselves from the European counterparts. LACMA has gathered over 100 works to display, including paintings that were previously unpublished, or were restored for the exhibition.
In collaboration with the Getty Conservation Institute, MOCA is undertaking an extensive restoration of a Jackson Pollock painting in a gallery that will be open to the public. Three other Pollocks from the MOCA collection will also be displayed.
Natural History Museum
Demonstrating 5,000 years of history, the Natural History Museum’s exhibition displays the cross-cultural impact of body art through the years and around the world. Featuring historic samples of tattoo art and the equipment used to create it, the museum also brings the experience into the present with a series of tattoo artists offering their services on-site during the exhibition.
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