New Name for SPNA Newsletter,Dustin Lang Wins the Contest
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

New Name for SPNA Newsletter,Dustin Lang Wins the Contest

The South Park Neighborhood Newsletter is over 3+ years old. It needed an official name. At the 3rd Annual Neighborhood Night Out at the end of July, we had a naming contest. With 20+ names suggested, South Park Scene was the winner, and the person who submitted the name was also a winner.

Dustin Lang won a $100 gift certificate to a neighborhood restaurant of his choosing. He chose Capital Grille!

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The Science of Beauty at MedBeautyLA
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

The Science of Beauty at MedBeautyLA

South Park has its share of spas of various kinds, but South Park's MedBeauty (1100 S. Hope) is a medical spa that stands out. The key word is medical and for those, like myself – a man, unfamiliar with the spa treatment, I appreciated how much they are rooted in the science of beauty.

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Staying Sharp in South Park:                 Meet Local Barber Joey Calderon
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

Staying Sharp in South Park: Meet Local Barber Joey Calderon

For many men, a haircut comes around every few weeks. While DTLA is known for its walkability to restaurants, art, and culture, having access to life necessities in walking range is another bonus. Joey is a barber at Mr. Brothers on 9th and Main; she’s been serving the community with fresh cuts since they opened in 2022.

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SAVE THE DATE!                                                  3rd Annual HOWL-O-Ween Dog Costume Event
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

SAVE THE DATE! 3rd Annual HOWL-O-Ween Dog Costume Event

This event is a favorite South Park treat – for dogs, dog owners, and non-dog owners. Come for the dog parade, costumes worn by both dogs and dog owners, and the competition for prizes. The 3rd annual Howl-O-Ween event will be Sunday, October 27, from 1-4 pm at First Draft on Olive at Pico.

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33-Year-Old La Grande Affaire Supports Neighborhood Hospital
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

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.

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Broadway Night Lights Returns Saturday, October 12th
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

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.

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Update:  Oceanwide’s Future               Up-In-the-Air… Again
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

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.

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Growing, Growing, GrowingDescribes South Park’s Throw Clay  
Debra Shrout Debra Shrout

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.

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