After nearly 15 amazing years’ operating their doggie play-care oasis just south of Pico Blvd. on Grand Ave., South Park Doggie Playland is moving out of their original South Park flagship where all the magic began. But fear not! The magic will live on. As of February 12th, Playland is consolidating with their Doggieland location at 147 W. 24th St. - just under a mile away. We caught up with business owner MJ Silva about their change of venue and exciting future plans.

As of January 1, 2024, SB1383, concerning recycling of all organic waste (commonly known as compostables) is fully in effect. The law was passed in 2014 and has been “phasing in” over the last ten years. Now, as of 2024, the law is mandatory. To be in compliance with SB1383, all Los Angeles businesses and multifamily complexes must now separate compostable waste from their general trash, place it in a “Green Bin,” and arrange for pickup.

You MUST attend the Heart of the City Wellness Festival on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm on Grand Avenue between Pico and Venice sponsored by Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center. The festival is packed with all things related to wellness and offered to you in a fun-filled package. All for free!

Ballots for the March 5 Primary Election have arrived in the mail. Now, it is time to vote. If you want to check out CD14 candidate answers to our questions regarding South Park ….

It’s great to have a dog! Many of us in South Park do (I have two!) As a dog owner you have the responsibility to protect, shelter, feed, and love your dog and (one of the most important responsibilities to your neighbors and the environment) to pick up after it. I’ve been noticing lately that more and more of us are ignoring this responsibility.

Clinically-proven, data-backed aesthetic treatments in a serene spa-like setting. “We specialize in medical-grade facial treatments and skin care ‘bootcamps’ performed by our highly experienced staff,” says Dr. Lori Aliksanian, the ultimate professional and vivacious owner of MedBeautyLA, located at 1100 S. Hope St. in the Luma Lofts.

Happenings in South Park (not on Valentine’s Day)

Sonoritas Prime Tacos located at 1050 S. Flower St. quietly opened in June 2021, during the height of the pandemic fears. Fortunately for the residents of South Park, Sonoritas survived a tough start, and now we are reaping the rewards of this wonderful Mexican cuisine.

Top 5 Happenings (in/near) South Park on Valentine’s Day

“Being a hotel restaurant lends itself to many different time zones. That is why we offer a range of distinct beverages and the same all-day menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner,” said Brett Luevanos-Elms, Service Director for Cabra LA and also Moonlark’s Dinette located on the first floor of the Hoxton hotel on Broadway north of 11th St. It is open daily from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm.

  Ballots for the March 5 Primary Election will be mailed February 5. Are you registered to vote? If not, click Here and register before February 20. Is your mailing address up-to-date? if not click Here and re-register ASAP to receive your ballot in the mail.

Are you curious about the city you live in? Paul Haddad’s book 10,000 Steps a Day in LA is the ticket for you! He has 57 walking adventures throughout LA’s fascinating boroughs with information, descriptions, and maps of each walk - all approximately 10,000 steps (or about five miles).

As Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA) undergoes a renaissance, we are at a pivotal point in shaping the future of our community. One crucial aspect that demands our attention is waste management in public spaces. The C.L.E.A.N. program (Conscious Living in Environmentally Aware Neighborhoods) emerges as an innovation and practical method.

8 Candidates Qualified for CD14 City Council RaceTheir Answers to Our Questions Part II – Downtown LA + CD14 Questions

Eight of 14 candidates running to represent our neighborhood and Council District 14 on the Los Angeles City Council obtained enough signatures to qualify for the primary election on March 5, 2024 - Wendy Carrillo, Nadine Diaz, Genny Guerrero, Teresa Y. Hillery, Ysabel Jurado, Kevin de León, Miguel Santiago, and Eduardo “Lalo” Vargas.

Local South Park News: Expansion, Build, Close in the Neighborhood

There, now it’s been said.  Since COVID-19 destroyed downtown office use, DTLA is now on life support. 

January is the month when we think about New Year’s Resolutions, addressing our bad habits, and some decide on a cleanse for the month. With the decadent eating (and drinking) that happens during the holidays, a cleanse during January is growing in popularity.