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Sakana Sushi LoungeWants You to be Happy
Sakana Sushi Lounge at the corner of Olive and 9th is offering you a free sushi or sashimi with their Buy One Get One Free deal every day from 5-7 pm. Dine in only.
33-Year-Old La Grande Affaire Supports Neighborhood Hospital
Since 1887 Dignity Heath – California Hospital Medical Center at Grand and Venice has been a part of the South Park neighborhood. For the last 33 years, the hospital has raised money at its annual
La Grande Affaire
event to advance the care provided to the community. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, October 10 beginning at 6 pm at the JW Marriott at LA Live.
Last Movie of Summer - Selena in Grand Hope Park
Don’t miss the final DTLA Movie Night of the summer! Join us at Grand Hope Park on Saturday, Sept. 21, for SELENA in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month.
A Free Course: Stop the Bleed
This Free course at California Hospital/Dignity Health can save a life!
A New Free Course about the Dangers of Distracted Driving
An Important Message from California Hospital/Dignity Health
Broadway Night Lights Returns Saturday, October 12th
Broadway Night Lights will transform Broadway Street, from 3rd to 8th Street, into a vibrant festival. Originally launched in 2015, "Night on Broadway" was a cultural festival that grew in popularity each year, drawing approximately 250,000 attendees by 2018. This revival is expected to attract around 75,000 attendees.
The event is free and open to the public.
Update: Oceanwide’s Future Up-In-the-Air… Again
Headlines about the stalled Oceanwide project go from “Mystery Bidder Emerged for Oceanwide” from Bisnow.com/Los-Angeles a week ago to “Stalking Horse Bidder for Oceanwide Falls Through” this week. The ups and downs of Oceanwide continue.
Insider’s View of South Park - Interview with Justin Weiss, Kennedy Wilson Brokerage
n conversation with the affable, knowledgeable Justin Weiss, a commercial real estate broker at Kennedy Wilson and personally serving DTLA for 10 years, we discussed upcoming properties in process or under contract in South Park along with his general take on the neighborhood.
21 Pooch Dog and Cat Grooming Salon DTLA– A New Business in South Park!
Walk down 11th Ave. to Broadway and turn left. About 50 feet north on Broadway you will find a store front housing the newest business in South Park and a delightful lady by the name of Valeriia Shipareva.
Growing, Growing, GrowingDescribes South Park’s Throw Clay
More class, more teachers, more space is what’s new at Throw Clay on Olive between 11th and Olympic. I recently spoke to John Prescott, owner of Throw Clay at his cheerful and impressive potting studio and asked him to update us on what’s been happening over the last year.
Let me Introduce You to King Cigar Lounge
If you don’t smoke cigars, you may know very little about the five-year-old King Cigar Lounge on Hope between 11th and 12th. And yet, as a non-smoker you just might have a reason to stop in. If you are a cigar smoker, you definitely should stop in.
This WEDNESDAY Summer Fun in the Neighborhood
Join your neighbors at the 3rd Annual Summer Neighborhood Night Out hosted by SPNA (South Park Neighborhood Association) and Audiograph (aka HiDef) on Wednesday, July 31, from 6-9 pm on the patio at 12th and Olive.
No charge for admittance. Food and drink available for purchase.
A TASTE of South ParkA Great Part of Living in South Park
Join your neighbors at the 3rd Annual Summer Neighborhood Night Out hosted by SPNA (South Park Neighborhood Association) and Audiograph (aka HiDef) on Wednesday, July 31, from 6-9 pm on the patio at 12th and Olive. No charge for admittance.
#2 Reason to VOTE: Elected officials pay attention to those who vote.
Yes, your ballot is secret. No one knows how you voted on a race or an issue, but it is public record WHO voted in each election. Elected officials know who voted by address, by neighborhood, by voting area – CD 14 or State Assembly District 57, or Congressional District 37.
Who will represent South Park in the California Assembly?Let’s Meet the Candidates
Efren Martinez and Sade Elhawary advanced to the general election as candidates to represent you in the California Assembly (57th District). Let’s meet the candidates you will vote on in November (listed alphabetically below).
SPBID Introduces Pico, South Park’s Mascot
The South Park Business Improvement District (SPBID) introduced Pico, the South Park mascot, to the neighborhood last week. Pico attended the SPBID’s event at 33 Taps and at the Saturday Farmers Market. More about Pico in the next newsletter in September!
Our Voices Were Heard: Al Fresco Dining Returns for South Park Bars, Breweries
The South Park Business Improvement District (SPBID) introduced Pico, the South Park mascot, to the neighborhood last week. Pico attended the SPBID’s event at 33 Taps and at the Saturday Farmers Market. More about Pico in the next newsletter in September!
Summertime, Movie TimeLivin’ is Easy at Grand Hope Park
First Sunday is DTLA’s rotating community brunch. First Sunday is a gathering of residents, friends, stakeholders at a DTLA restaurant – highlighting new restaurants and old favorites. Bringing people together to share in the best of Downtown LA.
First Sunday in South Park at the art room
First Sunday is DTLA’s rotating community brunch. First Sunday is a gathering of residents, friends, stakeholders at a DTLA restaurant – highlighting new restaurants and old favorites. Bringing people together to share in the best of Downtown LA.
Immersive Art Collective Upcoming Events
The Immersive Art Collective (IAC) on Olive between 11th and Olympic announced 2 new events for August and September.