Great New Shop in Highland Park – Gifts ‘N Things

 

Taste of Eagle Rock Saturday August 22nd

 

NY Times touts Highland Park as LA’s New Cultural District

HIGHLAND PARK in northeast Los Angeles holds many honors: the first town to be annexed by Los Angeles (in 1895), the backdrop for Quentin Tarantino’s “Reservoir Dogs” and a historic trust of Craftsman and Victorian-style homes.

But few would ever confuse Highland Park for a cultural district. Until now. What was once a sleepy strip of garish 99-cent stores and auto parts shops is turning into a thriving neighborhood of cool restaurants and boutiques that draw young trendsetters in skinny jeans, flannel shirts and Converse high tops.

The turnaround started a few years ago, when real estate prices in nearby Silver Lake and Echo Park increased significantly. Priced-out artists, actors and writers were drawn to Highland Park’s walkable streets and its glut of handsome old homes. Not only was it aesthetically appealing, but the area also had parks, hills and a hushed, small-town feel.

Much of the flurry is clustered along a five-block stretch of York Boulevard, the main drag. “It’s an odd mix of artists, young families and traditional Latino culture,” said Matt Schodorf, who recently opened Café de Leche (5000 York Boulevard; 323-551-6828; www.cafedeleche.net), a Latin-style cafe, with his wife, Anya. “The landscape has changed significantly. Now, everything is centered on one street. It’s rare to find a walking culture in L.A.”

A prime example of the area’s youthful do-it-yourself spirit is Orecul77 (5159 York Boulevard; 323-254-2600; www.orecul77.com), a kind of hipster tailor shop where the owner, Tawni Lucero, renovates old dresses into “one-of-a-kind wearable pieces of art.” The funky brightly colored store, which opened last November, charges $55 to $75 for each dress.

Highland Park feels particularly alive at night, when young arrivals gather at places like the York (5018 York Boulevard; 323-255-9675; www.theyorkonyork.com), a stylish gastropub with brick walls and chalkboard menus. On weekends, the L-shaped bar is often five deep with floppy-haired students from Occidental College nearby, local women in short skirts and high heels and artist types from Silver Lake with shaggy beards and trucker hats.

A few doors down is Johnny’s (5006 York Boulevard; 323-551-6959), a dimly lighted bar with a “Cheers”-like vibe and a jukebox that bounces from Iggy and the Stooges to Led Zeppelin. The pool and foosball tables are a major draw, as are the chilled Jägermeister shots ($6). A favorite among York Street business owners, the bar often blurs into unofficial town hall meetings.

“We’re in a city of nearly four million people, but here it feels like a small town,” said Amy O’Connell, an owner of Society of the Spectacle (4563 York Boulevard; 323-255-4300; www.societyspectacle.com), a fashionable eyewear boutique in a converted 1920s bungalow. “I mean, where else in L.A. do people honk as they drive past?”

By JAMIE BRISICK, NY Times Travel Section July 2009

 

Eagle Rock Summer Concert Series

CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Sundays 6pm-8:30pm

Eagle Rock Recreation Center
1100 Eagle Vista Drive
Los Angeles, Ca. 90041

July 12th – 50’s & 60’s – Ronnie & the Classics

July 26th – Soul Sacrafice – Tribute to Santana

August 9th – Susine Hansen Bank

August 16th – Hot August Nights – A Tribute to Neil Diamond

August 23rd – Big Band – Jack Lantz

 

Eagle Rock American Cancer Society Relay for Life

Relay For Life® of Eagle Rock

May 30, 2009
Eagle Rock Recreation Center

 

One in three people will be diagnosed with cancer during their lifetime. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life^® unites communities across the country each year to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that takes too much.

This year marks 25 years of Relay for Life^® celebrations and the first year Eagle Rock will be hosting the event in their  community. 

Be a part of the fight against cancer - Sign Up or Donate today!   For more information click here to visit their website.

 

March Mastermind

Success is never about the chosen few, but always about the few who choose. 

One of PeopleConnectors’ missions is to perpetuate the growth & success of each other’s business through referrals, support and an exchange of ideas.  During the month of March,  we will take a break from our normal meeting agenda and instead will conduct ”workshops”   where we will each share the challenges we’re having in our businesses today and discuss ways to meet them.     We’ll have a professional business coach come and speak towards the end of the month to further help polish our skills, make the appropriate shifts in our business and move us towards thriving in these trying times.  If you’re not already a member, please join us on any Thursday morning to see what we are about and how PeopleConnectors may be an avenue to help grow your business.    We meet Thursday mornings at 8:15am at the Carrow’s Restaurant in Highland Park.

 

Ready to get fit?

Whether you need to lose a few pounds, a few dozen pounds or you just want to get fit and toned, SPER Weighted Exercise Gloves  make getting “Fit For Life”  a lot easier. These phenomenal weight gloves fit on your wrists allowing you to use your hands while getting a great work out.     Unlike dumbbells, SPER Weighted Exercise Gloves can be worn while you walk, skate, do aerobics, while kick boxing, running, doing pilates, even cleaning the house.  Put them on and feel the difference (you’ll soon be seeing it too!).    You’ll feel them work your arms, legs, abdomen, gluts…everywhere….even just by going for a simple walk!   Get the most out of your exercise time and start your “Fit for Life” routine TODAY!   To order or for more information,  visit  www.SperGloves.com.

 

Discover Highland Park

Los Angeles Magazine featured Highland Park in their “The 64 Greatest Things about LA” issue (March ‘08).

 

Rustic architecture and a bold arts scene define this changing neighborhood nestled against the Arroyo Seco. 

Long an affordable stronghold of working-class Latino families and Occidental coeds, historic Highland Park is officially on the up-and-up. Killer enchiladas, a funky soda shop, and century-old homes have been joined by gastropubs, galleries, and, well, more enchiladas. Situated along the Gold Line, this turf still feels off the beaten path—just not for long.   Read the entire article

 

DINNERS-IN-THE-PARK

Union Station Homeless Services  sponsors the “nation’s biggest potlucks” on Christmas  Day.

Help provide a warm  Christmas meal for our less fortunate community members by donating food items, supplies or by volunteering the day before or the day of each event.

Click here for more details, volunteer opportunities and a food/supply wish list.

 

Old LA Farmers Market

Every Tuesday in Highland Park
3pm to 8pm
Avenue 57 and Marmion Way (at Metro Station)

 

People Connectors Business Mixer

Business owners, entrepreneurs, sales people!  Looking for ways to grow your business?  Come see what makes PeopleConnectors different from other professional networking groups.  

Thursday October 9th
5:30p – 7:30p
Colombo’s Restaurant
1833 Colorado Blvd in Eagle Rock

Guests will enjoy complimentary appetizers and discounted drink prices.  While the mixer goes from 5:30 to 7:30 you’re welcome to stay for dinner.  PeopleConnector guests will receive 10% off your dinner.  Plus you can listen to some great jazz too!

For more information or to RSVP please contact Adeline at (818) 339-5466

 

14th Annual Monterey Hills Jazz Festival

Saturday, September 13, 2008
11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Budd Wiener Park
Montery Hills

 

The 14th Annual Monterey Hills Jazz Festival will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2008, from 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Budd Wiener Park located at the intersection of Via Marisol and Via Arbolada in Los Angeles, California. Performers will include Lori Andrews, Luis Conte, and the Pasadena Jazz Institute. This festive event will feature free admission, free shuttle service, a prize drawing for the first 50 adults and a jumper for children. Refreshments and merchandise will be available for purchase. Please note that neither alcohol nor dogs will be permitted in the park.

 

Peace March

Peace March in Highland Park
Saturday August 16th
10am

Join the Peace March on Saturday August 16th as Churches, community leaders, businesses, organizations and non-profits unite to stop the violence and bring peace to the Northeast.

10am
Corner of York and Figueroa
Check back for updates/changes

For more information call: 323.258.7878

 

Happy New Year!

The New Year has begun and we’re looking forward to a successful 2008 for all as we grow our group, our businesses and as we help foster positive change in our community.  Looking back on what PeopleConnectors accomplished in its first year, we should all be very proud.    In less than a year, our membership has expanded to over 20 professionals.  Our first fundraiser for the Hathaway-Sycamore Youth Center was a huge success and helped to equip the center with some much needed kitchen items.  Participation in the Eagle Rock Music Festival helped make that another fun event.  Combining forces with the Highland Park Chamber and the NE Figueroa Association, PeopleConnectors contributed to the success of the 63rd Annual NELA Holiday Parade helping with sponsors, entries, and parade logistics – and our float won 2nd prize!   We’ve become known as a community oriented organization of professionals with energy, ideas, commitment and a “get it done” attitude – and our reputation is spreading.   The source of PeopleConnector’s dynamic springs from the individuals that make up the group; business professionals with creativity, character, integrity and a common interest in supporting our community and each other.    Friendships have been cultivated, business has grown, we’ve impacted the community…and this is just the beginning!

We wish everyone a very Happy New Year with many opportunities for success!

 

NELAart Second Saturday Gallery night at Center for the Arts, Eagle Rock

This Saturday 7-10pm NELA art night FREE live music!

Gallery open Nov. 10th from 7-10pm with live music!!

Center for the art Eagle Rock, 2225 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles 90041

For map of all participating galleries go to : www.NelaArt.org

Center for the art, Eagle Rock

www.centerartseaglerock.org

 

Coming Soon! fresh & easy on Eagle Rock Blvd!

The new fresh & easy food store is coming to town! (on Eagle Rock Blvd)

 

Read about Highland Park in the latimes

Read the latimes article about the eccentric neighborhood of Highland Park

 

pressure points massage workshop!

When: Wednesday Sep. 26 at 7:00.

Where: Dr. Stan Gale, Chiropractor, 1920 Allesandro St., Silverlake, CA 90039

 Bring a partner!!