SELF: EASY LISTENING WITH JANE FURIE AT EIGHTFOLD Hey DTLA! It's Time to Talk About Pet Health

Living in Downtown Los Angeles can be an exciting and bustling experience, but our smartest pets know it's important to be well taken care of in this fast-paced urban environment. Here's how Downtown's smartest pets get by on the day to day.

Run Forest Run!

Where as in the past artists were typically expected to perform after nightfall when not outdoors, these events provide a unique opportunity for music and poetry enthusiasts to connect with artists in a personal and engaging way much earlier in the day while enjoying the rich aroma of their favorite coffee blends.

Recently, singer, songwriter, and producer Jane Furie performed at Eightfold Coffee, a newly opened coffee shop in the Arts District, to launch her EP "Live at Carbonite Sound."

Furie's EP tells a story of heartbreak, showcased through the sensual and emotive sounds of her songs and sultry vocals. With the smooth and flavorful notes of Eightfold Coffee providing the perfect accompaniment, fans were treated to an unforgettable morning of music, bonding, and coffee.

During the pandemic, Furie and her producer Nathan Sellin spent countless hours crafting their forthcoming album. In the summer of 2022, they recorded the tracks with a full band at Carbonite Sound's studios.

The live performance of three songs from the album was captured on film and premiered on YouTube on February 14, 2023, garnering over 127,000 views.

This trend is not limited to music alone. Poetry readings have also found a welcoming home in the intimate spaces of coffee shops, cafes, and bookstores across DTLA. As more artists and establishments embrace this trend, a growing community of creatives, poets, and musicians will blend seamlessly with the sweet and flavorful drops from the espresso machine.

DTLA Espresso Self series presents DTLA with unique and engaging ways to come together, share love for music, and poetry, and support our favorite cafes and up-and-coming artists in the city. @janefurie

For dogs, life is like a box of pavement in the Big City. But thanks to the many smart dogs in Downtown Los Angeles, our pets now have access to plenty of large outdoor spaces for exercise. With 45% of us owning pets, DTLA has almost one dog park in each district, some brought to us by the city, the county and those attached to apartments. These parklets coupled with daily walks provide regular exercise from rolling around in the grass to full-on sprints.

Can’t We All Just Get Along?

Yes. Socialization is key to raising a well-mannered pet. Routine gatherings with familiar dogs at pet parks, dog training classes and at pet-friendly events such as the upcoming Pet Health Expo being held April 14-16 help our pets develop good manners and proper doggie etiquette.

Better Safe than Doggy

Keeping pets on a leash, supervising them closely when outside, and being aware of potential dangers is the key to protecting our pets. Unpredictable Downtown can turn from pet haven to doggie nightmare in an instant. Recently, a pup made the news after consuming a spring mix of weed and cocaine from a homeless encampment in neighboring Silverlake. The poor pooch had to be hospitalized. As odd as it seems, it happens. Continued on page 14...