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March 2010 EVENTS

March 7th
(03.07.10 THE NIGHT OF 100 STARS. BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL) On Sunday, March 7th, Venice Paparazzi joined GreenTwithTamara.TV's Tamara Henry and filmmaker Steven Barber at the 20th Annual Night of 100 Stars Awards Gala, at the Beverly Hills Hotel. This star studded black tie gala is hosted by Norby Walters, and is considered the biggest and best Oscar Award's party, drawing over 150-200 celebrities for the last 20 years. Celebrities such as Bo Derek, Diana Ross, Larry Hagman, Tia Carrera, Sheryl Lee Ralph, etc. were part of this A-list crew. For more information, visit...http://www.nightof100stars.com.

March 3rd
(03.03.10 WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE AT AIR CONDITIONED SUPPER CLUB. VENICE, CA) Westside Metal Alliance presents Metal Beach every Wednesday at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. Westside Metal Alliance's mission statement: To align the forces of metal with a home in Venice, Ca. The night consists of live metal bands, sexy go-go pole dancers, metal D.J., drink specials, free digital photos by Venice Paparazzi, an art show and more. The March 3rd line-up included Piracy, Unsanctified, Saprophagous, Jameson, and Prognosis Negative. There was also an Art Show by the JMUK Crew. Once again thanks to the beautiful Westside Metal Alliance's Sirens' for rocking the poles! For W.M.A. booking and information, www.westsidemetalalliance.com. Air Conditioned Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291. www.airconditionedbar.com.

February 2010 EVENTS

February 26th
(02.26.10 TIMEWARP MUSIC. Support our local music store!) Venice Paparazzi covered another one of Timewarp's night of music and friends on Friday, February, 26th, 2010. This month's line up included Dave Microwave, Jade Rae, Jeffertitti's Nile, Guy Blakeslee, Matt Baldwin, Crooked Cowboys, and The Fresh Water Indians. It was a great night. I look forward to next month's concert. TIMEWARP MUSIC'S ONGOING MISSION: “We’re striving to bring you the greatest selection of vintage guitars, keyboards, amplifiers, percussion and so much more! We offer professional repair services at a fraction of the cost of our competitors and work hard to make sure that everyone has the chance to express themselves through the art of music.” TIMEWARP MUSIC | 12257 Venice Blvd Los Angeles CA 90066 | (323) 600-5050 For more information and event listing visit www.timewarpmusic.com or find them on facebook. Compliments of Timewarp Music, get your free digital images from this gallery.

February 26th
(02.25.10 DOGTOWN STATION. VENICE, CA) Dogtown Station Lofts have become the go to spaces for entertainment, fashion and media types looking for live/work space. For more information on Dogtown Station, visit www.dogtownstation.com. On Thursday, February 25th, Dogtown Station, the 35-unit loft development on Main Street, threw on one of the best open house parties that I have ever been to. There was a live performance by burlesque troupe Je Suis Femme, decadent food by Ado Restaurant, a jewelry showcase by Charlotte Bjorlin D'Ella, Venetian cocktails provided by Pinky Vodka, and stunning Rainbow Roses provided by It's a Blooming Business. All guests were invited to tour the fabulous lofts at Dogtown Station. Dogtown Station. 700 Main Street, Venice, CA 90291 | T: 310.573.8292 | info@dogtownstation.com | www.dogtownstation.com. Compliments of Dogtown Station, get your free digital images from this gallery.


February 25th
(COCKROCK THURSDAYS AT THE TOWNHOUSE. VENICE, CA) First off, you may ask, what is exactly Cock Rock music? Alex says, Cock Rock is a brand of rock that came out in the late 80's during the time when spandex and make-up happened to be in style. It got it's name Cock rock from overly sexual overtones in the lyrics and the music. Here is some information that I found on the the Art of Noise Blog http://the-art-of-noise.blogspot.com/2007/01/in-dock-cock-rock.html) A form of heavy metal – often called glam metal – which is generally a little softer and poppier. Typically, these bands are fond of lyrical content that suggests: a) sexual prowess b) a love of rock ’n’ roll c) that they like to party (especially if it involves plenty of sex and rock ’n’ roll). Examples might include: Motley Crue, Ratt, Poison and more recently The Darkness. Visit the Townhouse on Thursdays for live d.j. and drink specials. Townhouse | 52 Windward Avenue (West of Pacific), Venice, CA 90291 | (310) 392-4040. | www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

February 24th
(FEBRUARY. VENICE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MIXER) The Venice Chamber of Commerce and it's guests would like to thank the Sidewalk Cafe for hosting this month's successful mixer. ABOUT SIDEWALK CAFE: A Venice Boardwalk landmark for 25 years, The Sidewalk Cafe offers fresh, high-quality, well-prepared food with generous portions. And all of their soups and sauces are homemade. The outdoor covered patio provides a beautiful view of the beach and ocean while street performers and an eclectic crowd continuously entertain. They are open daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM., weekday happy hour from 4 - 7 PM., and Saturday & Sunday champagne brunch. Just look for the red & white awning! Validated weekday parking is available one block south at Market Street. The Sidewalk Cafe. 1401 Ocean Front Walk. Venice, CA 90291. (310) 399-5547 http://www.thesidewalkcafe.com. For more info on the Chamber, visit www.venicechamber.net. Venice Chamber is now on facebook.

February 24th
(02.24.10 WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE AT AIR CONDITIONED SUPPER CLUB. VENICE, CA) Westside Metal Alliance presents Metal Beach every Wednesday at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. Westside Metal Alliance's mission statement: To align the forces of metal with a home in Venice, Ca. The night consists of live metal bands, sexy go-go pole dancers, metal D.J., drink specials, free digital photos by Venice Paparazzi, an art show and more. The Feb. 24th line-up included Dysphemistic, Armored Assassin, Tormenter, HellCommand and God of War. Once again thanks to the beautiful Westside Metal Alliance's Sirens' for rocking the poles! For W.M.A. booking and informationhttp://www.westsidemetalalliance.com. Air Conditioned Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291http://www.airconditionedbar.com. COMPLIMENTS OF THE WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE, GET YOUR "FREE" PHOTOS FROM THIS GALLERY.

February 23rd
(FEBRUARY 2010 VENICE PUBLIC ART WALLS) Okay it is that time of month again, where I share the images I took of the Venice Public Art Walls, a.k.a Venice Graffiti Walls. Venice Paparazzi has taken photos of the walls every Monday, since November 2007. So, please view the other Public Art Wall galleries. The Venice Public Art Walls are located at 1800 Ocean Front Walk. Venice, California 90291, on the beach, south of the new Venice Skate plaza. Note: The Venice Public Art Walls are curated by ICU Art - In Creative Unity. ICU Art is a Venice based art organization that has been curating the Venice Art Walls since the year 2000. ICU Art is a protector of the walls and helped to save the walls from destruction in 1999 when the Venice Pavilion structure was torn down as part of the Oceanfront Walk refurbishment. As an advocate for graffiti artist and public art in general, ICU Art has developed a broad-based network of artists and support personnel to work on issues and projects related to various forms of public art. For more information, visit /www.veniceartwalls.com

February 23rd
(TAKEOVER TUESDAYS AT THE GARTER. VENICE, CA) On Tuesday, February 23rd, Venice Paparazzi stopped by the Garter to check out their Takeover Tuesdays weekly night ,and to say happy birthday to Brian Crain, a.k.a. D.J. Lou E. Bagels. It was a cool event with great music by guest D.J's J. Sole, Primal Luxe, Oscure and Karim. In addition, there was live painting by artists John Park and Hans Haveron, and a live holla hoop performance by artist and model Ashley Bowers. Happy birthday Brian, and to everyone else, I love the mustaches. They were a great photo prop. Takeover Tuesdays happens weekly at the Garter. THE GARTER. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 http://www.thegartervenice.com.

February 19th
(02.19.10 YELP AT HOTEL ERWIN. VENICE, CA) When I told a friend that I was covering the Yelp's Elite event at Hotel Erwin on 02.19.10. He asked me, "what is Yelp?" I went "really, you don't know Yelp." Well here is some information that I found on their website... http://www.yelp.com. Yelp's purpose is to connect people with great local businesses. Click on the following link for 10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YELP. http://www.yelp.com/about. Anyway, back to the event. Venice Paparazzi covered the first half of Yelp's elite event at Hotel Erwin on Friday, February 19th, 2010. Hotel Erwin and their head chef Micah really out did themselves this time. The party's theme was a Luau and came equipped with fresh lays, mai-tais, roasted pig, fresh pineapple, hula dancers and more. It was really an impressive presentation. Click here to view the Yelp reviews written on Hotel Erwin and their big Yelp Lu-Wow. http://www.yelp.com/biz/yelp-lu-wow-venice#hrid:rhyIA-BJkvCZNxCN8pZ4Kg/src:search/query:hotel%20erwin. THIS JUST IN ON HOTEL ERWIN: (Thanks Jairo for the this piece of news) Hotel Erwin made the Travel and Leisure's Best Affordable Beach Resorts list. They came in at number 23 of 49. Congratulations! Click here to read more.

Here is what they had to say about Hotel Erwin. "Overlooking Venice’s Muscle Beach, the Hotel Erwin’s 119 rooms were revamped last year to incorporate the area’s urban aesthetic, with electric-yellow mesh screens, bursts of seafoam green and aqua paint on the walls, and artful graffiti on guest-room doors." Travel & Leisure March 2010. Click here for more info...http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/best-affordable-beach-resorts-2010/23.  For more information on Hotel Erwin, visit..http://www.hotelerwin.com. 1697 Pacific Avenue. Los Angeles (Venice Beach), CA 90291. To make a reservation: 310.452.1111.

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February 19th
(VENICE HERITAGE MUSEUM PHOTO 3) Visit the Venice Public Library and check out the "Panoramic Venice - The Long View." Panoramic photography was popularized with the introduction of the Cirkut Camera in 1904, just in time for Abbot Kinney's Venice-of-America. Resort communities were attractive destinations since the crowds and events offered ready subject opportunities. Most popular? Bathing beauty lineups, you bet. Close to 20 old and new images of Venice are now on view at the Abbot Kinney Memorial Library. Thanks to the Venice Heritage Museum for sending in the following information.


February 18th
(INDIE ON THE WESTSIDE AND AIR CONDITIONED SUPPER CLUB PRESENTS EEK-A-MOUSE WITH MEET ME AT THE PUB. VENICE, CA) Venice Paparazzi stopped by the Air Conditioned Supper Club's weekly Indie on the Westside on Thursday, February 18th. 2010. The star studded line up included EEK-A-MOUSE with special guests MEET ME AT THE PUB, International Farmers, Real Red and Atronaut Rodeo. When I arrived on the scene at about 11:00 p.m., the line outside of the A.C. was insane. I do not think I have even seen the A.C. this packed. When Meet me at the Pub went on stage, the energy was intense. It was a great night. It seemed like everywhere I turned I ran into somebody I knew. This was definitely a community event I am glad I did not miss this one. Lastly, you know what is really cool at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. It is their green room that hosts a lot of art shows. This week's artists included Jimmy Herciuk, Opie Ortiz and Eric Dressen. There was a special D.J. performance by D.J. Fluffy, a.k.a. Block. For more information on Indie on the Westside, visithttp://www.diamondlaneentertainment.com. AIR CONDITIONED LOUNGE. 625 LINCOLN BLVD. VENICE, CA 90291. http://www.airconditionedbar.com

February 18th
(02.18.10 SHIFT THE POWER TO THE PEOPLE VIDEO SHOOT AT VIDEO ARMY. VENICE, CA) Venice Beach Based Video Army LLC was asked to film and promote a public service announcement for the South Dakota Indian Tribes due to the recent storms which greatly affected the region impacting thousands of people who don't have power and water and the basic necessities needed to survive. The video was produced by Josselyne Herman Saccio, Amanda Cryer, Rene Haynes. An open call to all Native American actors was placed and we saw tremendous response to this call for help. The PSA is scheduled to launch this week online and encourages people to share their concerns at their new website, www.ShiftThePowerToThePeople.org. Notable actors include; from the upcoming "Twilight" films, Noah Hunt, BooBoo Stuart, Alex Meraz, Justin Chon, Gil Birmingham, Brianna Womick, Julie Jones, Qorianka Kilder and Chaske Spencer. There were many more actors and actresses who showed up including stars from the hit series "Heroes", Actors from "Apocalypto" and many more. Thanks go out to all who donated their time to this worthy cause. For more information, visit www.ShiftThePowerToThePeople.org

February 18th
(02.18.10 JERSEY SHORE EVENT AT NIKKI'S. VENICE, CA) Of course Venice Paparazzi had to drop in at Nikki's for their Jersey Shore event. The invitation read, "Come join us this Thursday the 18th for a fist pumping, out of control, house party. Don't forget to wear your own "Jersey Shore" gear! We wanna see bandanas, tight clothes, HAIR GEL, spray tans, wife beaters and SHADES." The only reason why I know about this reality t.v. show, is because of the press that it received, when this random guy at a bar punched one of the Jersey Shore's leading women in one of their episodes. Click on the following link to view the video if you haven't seen it. The guy was a teacher from Queens.http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/12/10/jersey-shore-girl-punched_n_388203.html. The punch was pretty brutal. Anyway, everyone you looked great. I am glad that no girl got knocked out by some sleezy dude in Venice. By the way, Nikki's is hosting a Venice Prom on Thursday, February 25th. Befriend Nikki's Venice Beach on facebook for more events and specials. NIKKI'S. 72 Market Street. Venice, CA 90291 | 310-450-3010 | http://www.nikkivenice.com | http://www.myspace.com/nikkilocal72

February 18th
(02.18.10 ECOLOUNGE AT ARBOR) Venice Paparazzi covered the L.A. Eco-Lounge at Arbor sports on Thursday, February 18th, 2010. What is ecolounge? Ecolounge is a monthly business to business networking and social mixer, presented by HonuGuide, geared to the action sport and sustainable living markets. Ecolounge = a fusion of action sports sustainability. Each event is hosted by one action sport organization and one sustainable living organization, showcasing their products, services, and message. This month the guest speaker was Scott Gordon of Helio Power/Solar and Tom Viscount of www.adon.org. A live music performance by the Shakes and free beer provided by PBR. Food provided by www.greentruckonthego.com. Event sponsored by Matt McPherson with TRUNQ http://www.TRUNQ.com), Heliopower- http://www.heliopower.com, http://www.synergysurfboards.com, http://www.arborcollective.com, http://www.atomicenergybites.com.

February 17th
(02.17.10 WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE) Westside Metal Alliance presents Metal Beach every Wednesday at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. WMA'S mission statement: To align the forces of metal with a home in Venice, Ca. The night consists of live metal bands, sexy go-go pole dancers, metal D.J., drink specials, free digital photos by Venice Paparazzi, an art show and more. The Feb. 17th line-up included The Mension, P.D.P. Gutsaw, Einvera, Delphian and Divine Era. Once again thanks to the beautiful Westside Metal Alliance's Sirens' for rocking the poles! For W.M.A. booking and information. www.westsidemetalalliance.com. Air Conditioned Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291.http://www.airconditionedbar.com. JOIN the "WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE" group on facebook. GET YOU FREE PHOTOS FROM THIS GALLERY. COMPLIMENTS OF WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE, GET YOUR "FREE" PHOTOS by right clicking and saving or dragging photos straight to your desk top.

February 13th
(GOLD' GYM VENICE, CA) Gold's Gym in Venice, CA and Good Dog Animal Rescue offered free dog vaccinations to the Venice community on February 13th, 2010. In addition, there were were dog adoptions, paw-tographs, a live D.J., a vet ready to answer all of your canine medical needs, and Venice Paparazzi taking photos on the red carpet. What made the event even more special was Steve-O from Jackass and Buster from Hotel for Dogs guest appearance. Thanks to Gold's Gym and Good Dog Animal Rescue for hosting another great community event. Photos by the Venice Paparazzi Team, Edizen and William Blanco. About Good Dog Animal Rescue: "WE ARE THE VOICE FOR THE ANIMALS...THE UNPROTECTED, THE NEGLECTED AND THE ABUSED !!! WE ARE HERE TO STAND UP FOR THOSE WHO ARE UNABLE TO STAND UP FOR THEMSELVES. WE ARE HERE TO SAVE ALL OF THE "GOOD" ANIMALS WE CAN AND FIND THEM LOVING HOMES FOR THE DURATION OF THEIR LIVES." For more information or to support their cause, visit http://www.gooddoganimalrescue.com. ABOUT GOLD'S GYM: Welcome to “The Mecca” – we are the original, the place where it all began. More than 40 years ago, Joe Gold opened a modest fitness center in Venice Beach, California and began a tradition of commitment, passion and dedication that is now practiced at more than 600 locations across the globe. Our gyms are built to help people realize their goals and find their inner strength. We combine the most diverse amenities in the industry with the best personal training to deliver the ultimate fitness experience. VisitGold's Gym Venice Beach. | 360 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291 | 310-392-6004 | venice@goldsgym.com | http://www.goldsgym.com/veniceca.

February 13th
(2010 VENICE MARDI GRAS) William Blanco was on the scene covering the 2010 annual Venice Beach Mardi Gras Parade on the Venice Beach Boardwalk. The event was hosted by The Krewe of Grandview. Also, photos provided by Party by 5's Gisele Rebeiro. HERE IS A LITTLE VENICE HISTORY. The following taken from an insert written by Venice Historian and Photographer Jeffrey Stanton. "Venice held its first annual Mardi Gras Festival August 16-18, 1935. The three day event featuring parades, costumes, contests and entertainment, was modeled after the New Orleans event. It was conceived by the local businessmen as a commercial enterprise that would publicize the community, attract large crowds and require cooperation of people from many segments of the populace. King Neptune crowns Queen Venetia. It began with the arrival of King Neptune in an outrigger canoe followed by Queen Venetia's coronation and a royal procession along Ocean Front Walk. The queen read a proclamation commanding her subjects to engage in three days of fun and frivolity. The afternoon parade featured floats and costumed merrymakers wearing enormous plaster of paris heads that were manufactured in Arthur Reese's studio. Windward Avenue was roped off for a street carnival where wandering gondoliers entertained." Click here to read more.

February 13th
(VENICE, CA HISTORY) NEW TO VENICE PAPARAZZI. A LITTLE BIT OF VENICE HISTORY. Once a week, Venice Paparazzi will be exploring the history of our great town, and sharing it with you, our prized readers, one interesting fact at a time. Thanks to the Venice Heritage Museum for sending in the following information. PHOTO: Rip Cronk - The Man Who Painted Venice Rip is seen here with "Venice Reconstituted" which appears on the West wall of Danny's. Thanks to his amazing talents and a unique relationship with building owners like General Real Estate, Venice is graced with many signature images - a Van Gogh-like "Homage to a Starry Knight", the 5-story "Abbot Kinney" painted for the 2005 Centennial, and his world famous portrait of Jim Morrison, "Morning Shot", among others. His main tools? Airbrush and spider chair. Photo courtesy: www.VeniceHeritageMuseum.org. "Envisioning a Venice History Museum"

February 12th
(02.12.10 REITER GALLERY OPENING. Venice, Ca) On February, 12th, Venice Paparazzi covered the Reiter Gallery grand opening party. ABOUT THE ARTIST & REITER GALLERY OWNER: Mitch Reiter, a SoCal native, is a free-lance photographer with an urban edge. Born right off of Venice Blvd. in 1973, and raised by a modest, hard working family, he learned at an early age how to capture the beauty he familiarized himself with as a young skater kid. Mitch is no stranger to the art scene, having spent his youth beautifying the back alleys and walls of Los Angeles as one of the founding fathers of AWR ....he stumbled into photography 10 years ago, and only recently, after raising a family at a young age, decided to pursue his talent on a higher level. Mitch's eclectic spin is seen throughout all of his photos, and his background of 13 years owning his own graphic art business provided the perfect foundation for his unique style of photography. After a successful career and outlet in photography, Mitch Reiter now offers his prints on canvas to capture the moment in its rawest form. You can see his work at various events throughout SoCal or in his art gallery on the Venice boardwalk. A NOTE FROM MITCH: "I see photography not just as pointing and shooting but as an art that allows me to capture a moment that can never be brought back. Lighting, movement, emotions all go into my composition of a photograph and that's what transforms my photos into art." VISIT REITER GALLERY at 517 OCEAN FRONT WALK, VENICE, CA. 90291. (In the Gingerbread Court). http://www.reitergallery.com. Compliments of Mitch, get your free digital photos from this gallery.

February 11th
(Feb. 2010 VENICE MURALS) Did you notice the tour of Venice Murals on the Venice Beach Boardwalk? Check the concrete barrier that divides the parking lot and the boardwalk between Navy and Rose Ave. There are images and text of current and past murals of Venice and L.A. The Tour of Venice Murals was created by the Social and Public Art Resource Center, and is dedicated to the Venice Community, the muralists, and to all of you who care about mural preservation. Become a member and help SPARC continue the mural legacy of Los Angeles. SPARC has been part of making Los Angeles the "Mural Capital of the World" since 1976. For more information on Sparc and how to save murals in L.A., visit http://www.sparcmurals.org. SPARC. 685 Venice Blvd. Veice, CA 90291 30.833.9560. Also, in this gallery are murals by Emily Winters, Rip Cronk, Chase and more. Yikes I forgot to jog by Danny's Bistro and Bar to take a snap shot of Rip Cronk's Venice celebrity mural that is inside Danny's. In addition, I forgot the mural on Main St., the one of Abbot Kinney in the Post Office, and the Dogtown Mural on the north wall of Jungle Video on Lincoln Blvd. Oh wait a minute, that mural is gone. Hmmm, I do have that photo in the archives, so I will add that one to this gallery in a few days. Well, enjoy the murals of Venice for now! The following photos photos were taken on Feb. 8th & 9th, 2010. Lastly, view photos of the Venice Public Art Walls. Venice Paparazzi has documented the walls every Monday since Nov. 2007.

Check out Betsy Goldman's Venice Murals and Public Art Walking Tour.

Also, set a date to do the VENICE SELF GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF MURALS AND PUBLIC ART

February 10th
(02.10.10 WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE) Westside Metal Alliance presents Metal Beach every Wednesday at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. Westside Metal Alliance's mission statement: To align the forces of metal with a home in Venice, Ca. The night consists of live metal bands, sexy go-go pole dancers, metal D.J., drink specials, free digital photos by Venice Paparazzi, an art show and more. The Feb. 10th line-up included Velocity, Death Asylum, Rattlehead, Brutal Force, The Pain, Hexen and Damaged Kids. Thanks to the beautiful Westside Metal Alliance's Sirens' for rocking the poles! Also, thanks to Jana Stern and Sebastian Keadlecik for showcasing their beautiful artwork. For W.M.A. booking and information. http://www.westsidemetalalliance.com. Air Conditioned Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291http://www.airconditionedbar.com. COMPLIMENTS OF MARINA DEL REY TOYOTA, AL AND ED'S AUTOSOUND, WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE, THE AIR CONDITIONED SUPPER CLUB, JAGERMEISTER AND VENICE PAPARAZZI, GET YOUR "FREE" PHOTOS" FROM THIS GALLERY.

February 10th
52 weeks of inspiration and photos by Ross Alexander Wilson. A note from Ross. In life and nature, there is beauty and inspiration all around us. Remember, the most wonderful things in life are the moments you live and can be thankful for each and every day. WEEK SEVEN INSPIRATION: So I say some day through our sight, we are all swept away by the set of sun in some spectacular way. Photo - "Serene Sunset" by Ross Alexander Wilson. Visit RossAlexanderWilson.com for more photos.

February 9th
(02.09.10 ACOUSTIC TUESDAYS) New to the Venice nightlife is Acoustic Tuesdays at the Whaler, presented by Kaycee Breann & Jeremy Parker. This past Tuesday, February 9th, brought in some of Venice's greatest local talent. This hard hitting line-up included Butterfly of Finn Hill, Corey Phillips, Carter Falco, Jack Folgers, Crash, Amy, and of course, the Jeremy Parker, of one of my favorite local bands Meet me at the Pub. This was a great way to spend a Tuesday night in Venice. At one part of the night, I could not help but smile at this cute couple who were snuggled together in the corner. They looked really content. Lastly, I would like to thank Captain Gerry of Fire Station 63 and Gisele of Party by 5 for sharing their seafood platter with me, and a bunch of other Venice misfits. Yummy Whaler seafood! Maybe we will see you next Tuesday. Show starts at 8:00 p.m. Whaler Bar and Grill 10 Washington Blvd. (at the Venice Boardwalk) Venice, CA 90292. http://www.venicewhaler.com.. Compliments of Kaycee and Jeremy, get your free digital photos from this gallery. Enjoy!

February 7th
(02.07.10 SUPERBOWL IN VENICE). The New Orleans' Saints win over the Indianapolis Colts in the 2010 Superbowl. The ending score was 31-17. Venice Paparazzi dropped in on six local Venice venues to document the 2010 Superbowl fans in Venice. There were drink and food specials, free pizza at the Garter, free subs at the Townhouse, all you can eat and drink for $44 at Hotel Erwin's Hash, Superbowl and alcohol sponsor's swag and more. Also, we also checked in at the Garter's Venice Rocks' night. Note: Venice Rocks' is auditioning for go go dancers. Contact Nik Roybal at http://www.myspace.com/venicerocks. The locations targeted included Hotel Erwin's Hash, Nikki's, Danny's, Bondi BBQ, Townhouse and the Garter. http://www.hotelerwin.com, http://www.nikkivenice.com, http://www.dannysvenice.com, http://www.bondibbq.com, http://www.thegartervenice.com, http://www.myspace.com/venicerocks

February 6th
(02.06.10 DANNY'S BISTRO AND BAR. VENICE, CA). What a night! In one area of Danny's, Miss Jessica and the Sugar Shack Attack performed, people danced, passed out beads, and they crowned this year's Mardi Gras Parade's King and Queen. In the other room Alex and I joined Ross and Heidi's going away party on our 9 year wedding anniversary day. To Ross and Heidi, I still cannot believe that you are leaving Venice to go to Botswana, Africa for two years. The peace corp and Africa are lucky to have you two. About Ross: He has been a Kettlebell Boxing enthusiast for two and 1/2 years, the author of the book Behind Happy Faces, and he is the Director of Youth Outreach for the National Mental Health Awareness Campaign. Here is a message from Ross: These pics are from Heidi and Ross's Going Away Party a.k.a. Lovefest Part 3; Return of the Friends. Thank you so much to Edizen for the amazing shots. Everyone who came to the party has been an important part of our lives. We'll miss all of you and Venice! Please think of us during the many happy hours that will occur after we leave!

February 5th
(VIDEO ARMY. VENICE, CA) On Friday February 5th, Video Army had it's first event at their new location in Venice Beach CA. Located atop the corner of Pacific and Windward attached to the Venice sign, Video Army invited past, present and future clients as well as some local friends to their first ever AWOL party at the VA Bunker. If you all remember that was the day it was pouring down rain so the team at Video Army had their doubts as to who would show. Amazingly there were over one-hundred people who showed up to see what they were up to. Notable guests include; from Bataka Squad hip hop artist Saba Saba, there was DJ 3rdi on the turn tables as well as Van Cans, the boys from local alternative band Still Chaos were in attendance as well as hip hop artist Optimus and singer/ songwriter Roxy Corvair. The night was made even better by the art on display from Max Neutra who is a street splatter artist and gonzo painter. Click here to read more...

There was music, food, networking, dancing and later that evening there was even a hula hoop competition! For those of you that missed out don't worry. Video Army will be having one every month so if you have not become a fan of Video Army LLC on Facebook do it right away to make sure you are invited to the next one!

Video Army is a video production, marketing, advertising and social media agency born in Venice. Support local and use Video Army for your business or individual marketing needs. Video Army Bunker is also available for special events. Go To www.videoarmy.tv to learn more.

February 3rd
(02.03.10 TOWNHOUSE. VENICE, CA) Red Light Wednesdays at the Townhouse is always happening. If you haven't checked out this weekly Burlesque show, featuring the Del Monte Speakeasies, you are truly missing out on one of Venice's hidden treasures. This event happens in one of Venice's historical buildings, the Townhouse. This bar has been around since 1915 and gives a nod to the prohibition days. These young, sexy, talented and high energy entertainers are there every Wednesday night. Truly entertaining and tasteful! We will see you next Wednesday. Show starts at 10:30 p.m. Also they have a great selection of 22 oz beers for the thirsty patron. Townhouse | 52 Windward Avenue (West of Pacific), Venice, CA 90291 | (310) 392-4040 | www.myspace.com/townhousevenice. Join the Del Monte Speakeasies on there MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/the_speakeasies

February 3rd
(02.03.10 WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE) Westside Metal Alliance presents live metal bands, go-go dancers, a metal D.J., art shows, drink specials, free digital photos by Venice Paparazzi, and more every Wednesday at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. Westside Metal Alliance's mission statement: To align the forces of metal with a home in Venice, Ca. The February 3rd line-up included Ibvia, Dark mercenary, Eden's Onslaught, Prognosis Negative and Evil Epitome. In addition there was art by JMU crew and Seline on display. For booking and information. http://www.westsidemetalalliance.com. Air Conditioned Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 http://www.airconditionedbar.com. COMPLIMENTS OF WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE AND THE AIR CONDITIONED SUPPER CLUB, GET YOUR "FREE" PHOTOS by right clicking and saving or dragging photos straight to your desk top.

February 1st
(January 2010 VENICE PUBLIC ART WALLS) Okay it is that time of month again, where I share the images I took of the Venice Public Art Walls, a.k.a Venice Graffiti Walls. Venice Paparazzi has taken photos of the walls every Monday, since November 2007. So, do not forget to view the other Public Art Wall galleries. The Venice Public Art Walls are located at 1800 Ocean Front Walk. Venice, California 90291, on the beach, south of the new Venice Skate plaza. Note: The Venice Public Art Walls are curated by ICU Art - In Creative Unity. ICU Art is a Venice based art organization that has been curating the Venice Art Walls since the year 2000. ICU Art is a protector of the walls and helped to save the walls from destruction in 1999 when the Venice Pavilion structure was torn down as part of the Oceanfront Walk refurbishment. As an advocate for graffiti artist and public art in general, ICU Art has developed a broad-based network of artists and support personnel to work on issues and projects related to various forms of public art. For more information, visit /www.veniceartwalls.com

February 1st
NEW TO VENICE PAPARAZZI. A LITTLE BIT OF VENICE HISTORY. Once a week, Venice Paparazzi will be exploring the history of our great town, and sharing it with you, our prized readers, one interesting fact at a time. Thanks to the Venice Heritage Museum for sending in the following information. Photo caption: A smile from "The Doge". Founder Abbot Kinney is seen here with young pupils likely from the Roy Randolph School of Dance (circa 1918). Classes and rather elaborate costumed recitals were held in the Dance Pavilion on the Venice Pier. "Photo and insert courtesy Venice Heritage Foundation". For more on the history of Venice, visit www.VeniceHeritageMuseum.org "Envisioning a Venice History Museum"



January 2010 EVENTS

January 27th
(01.27.10 METAL BEACH) NEW TO THE VENICE NIGHTLIFE: Westside Metal Alliance presents Metal Beach every Wednesday at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. Westside Metal Alliance's mission statement: To align the forces of metal with a home in Venice, Ca. The night will consist of live metal bands, sexy go-go dancers, metal D.J. drink specials, free digital photos by Venice Paparazzi, an art show and more. The January 27th line-up included Alas! The Destroyer, Piracy, Bite the Pain, Punk for Life and Pain. In addition there was art by Insane Sins' Alfredo Cruz, Cacaguat and more. COMPLIMENTS OF WESTSIDE METAL ALLIANCE AND THE AIR CONDITIONED SUPPER CLUB, GET YOUR "FREE" PHOTOS FROM THIS GALLERY. For booking and information. www.westsidemetalalliance.com. Air Conditioned Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 www.airconditionedbar.com

January 27th
Thank you to the Inn at Venice Beach for hosting this month's successful mixer. Maggie it was a pleasure working with you. ABOUT THE INN AT VENICE BEACH: Experience the inviting atmosphere of the Inn at Venice Beach, a charmingly unique hotel located just one block from the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Guests will discover many pleasures at our Venice Beach hotel, from the comfortably elegant atmosphere to the charming rooms and spacious two-floor suites that feature a host of comfortable amenities. Each morning our guests will enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast served in our Cobblestone Café and Courtyard. Complimentary wireless Internet and bottled water are always available. Our hotel boasts the charm of a classic Venice Beach inn, with open, airy public spaces cooled by fresh ocean breezes and friendly service that is pure California style. The Inn at Venice Beach. 327 Washington Boulevard in Venice. http://www.innatvenicebeach.com. ABOUT THE CHAMBER: The Venice Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization of local business leaders. Our goals are to promote and protect the local business community, to enhance the image of Venice and to stimulate networking among members ... resulting in growth opportunities for all. We believe that everyone in Venice should have a voice in making Venice a better place to work and live. For more info, visit http://www.venicechamber.net.

January 24th
(01.24.10 NAKED SUSHI'S CLOSING PARTY) Venice Paparazzi stopped by Naked Sushi's closing party on Sunday, January 24th. Naked Sushi went out with D.J. Lou E. Bagel spinning from 2:00 -6:00 p.m., 1/2 price saki and 1/2 price sushi till closing! It was a great event with many people in attendance. So what is next? Well, after five amazing years as Naked Sushi, owner Mercede, had decided to go another direction with her space and pursue her dream of owning a wine bar. Coming in March 2010 look out for Bin 73. Address: 18 Washington Blvd. Marina del Rey, CA 90292. (310) 827-6209. Check out her other baby... Mercedes Grille | Breakfast, Caribbean, Cuban, Latin American Restaurant. | 14 Washington Blvd Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. | 310. 577.0035. www.mercedesgrille.com.

January 23rd
(01.23.10 L.A. FIT EXPO) Venice Paparazzi took a road trip to downtown Los Angeles for the 2010 Bodybuilding.com Los Angeles Fitness Expo on Sunday, January 23rd. This two day event is California's largest health and fitness expo. This year there were over 250 exhibits offering the latest in fitness, diet, nutrition, strength and wellness products and services. There were also powerlifting, jiu-jitsu, wrestling, cage fighting, boxing and kettlebell demonstrations and competitions. In addition, fans had the opportunity to meet and mingle with celebrities such as 3 X Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler, Olympic Decathlon Winner Bryan Clay, Lou "The Incredible Hulk" Ferrigno, Bodybuilding and Fitness stars Lenda Murray, Ava Cowan, Mark Alvisi, Michael O'Hearn, Samir Bannout, Peter Putnam, Krissy Chin, Bob Cicherillo, Ed Corney, Brandon Curry, Sherry Goggin, Sonia Gonzales, Alicia Harris, Brenda Kelly, Flex Lewis, Cathy Lefrancois, Prudence Moe, Sherlyn Roy, Kathleen Tesori, Adam Trahan, Hidetada Yamagishi, Tobias Young, and popular MMA fighters Mike Brown, Kim "SugarFree" Couture, Cris Cyborg, Jake Shields, Bob "The Beast" Sapp, James "Lightning" Wilks, Carlos And Giovanni Ruffo, Rob "The Razor" McCullough, Hector Lombard, Mike "The Joker" Guymon and many others. There were a lot of things to do and see at this expo. Unfortunately, Venice Paparazzi was only there for 3 hours. Check out our photo gallery to see who made the cut!

January 22nd
When the sun doesn't shine, the skies are gray, it is cold, and has rained all night, the Venice Beach Boardwalk and the Muscle Beach facilities become quite barren. What is alive and full of energy on a rainy day in Venice, is the surf. Enjoy my images of Venice on a rainy day. Note: To see more Venice surf pics, visit Venice Surf photographer's website http://alizalmaraz.smugmug.com/Sports.

January 21st
A PHOTO EXHIBIT AT NIKKI'S? How cool is that! Great art and cheap happy hour at Nikki's sports bar in Venice, CA. Steven Larson's 'Colors of Venice' Photo Exhibit Show will last through March 2010. Photographic lustre prints are available here, as well as fine art Giclée watercolor prints. All prints come with a white borders. Steven Larson is more of a Visual Artist than just a photographer. Inspired by true beauty, and focused towards unique and fine art shooting. As he strives to take his photography to a more creative level. A traditional artist at heart, creating pencil drawings, watercolors and oil paintings back in his teenage years. Along with always exploring in his makeshift darkroom, after being exposed to photography back in the day. He expanded his creativity to the computer in 1997, which only broaden his talent. Mixing the experience of the ‘old school’ art with the present day digital media. The boundaries seem almost endless. As a Venice Beach local for over 10 years, this created a perfect backdrop for such an artist. Nikki's. 72 market St. Venice, CA 90291. www.nikkivenice.com.

January 18th
(HEAL THE BAY COASTAL CLEAN-UP) On Saturday, January 16th, 2010, Venice Paparazzi spotted Heal the Bay volunteers cleaning up our beaches. This group gathers together every third Saturday from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. to clean up one of Los Angeles' beaches. On this Saturday, Venice was the location. About Heal the Bay's Nothin' But Sand cleanups: They are hands-on opportunities for volunteers to directly improve the condition of Santa Monica Bay beaches while enjoying the great outdoors. Cleanup locations rotate throughout the year amongst Los Angeles County's dirtiest beaches. All are welcome to participate in the cleanups. For more information or to volunteer with Heal the Bay, visit www.healthebay.org.

January 17th
NEW TO VENICE PAPARAZZI: 52 weeks of inspiration and photos by Ross Alexander Wilson. A note from Ross. In life and nature, there is beauty and inspiration all around us. Remember, the most wonderful things in life are the moments you live and can be thankful for each and every day. WEEK THREE INSPIRATION: Feel the peace and beauty of balance in our world. WEEK THREE PHOTO: Balance (Santa Monica Muscle Beach, CA. Visit Ross Alexander Wilson's website for more photos. RossAlexanderWilson.com.

January 17th
IT'S YOUR VENICE- GET INVOLVED. Venice Neighborhood Council Elections will be held on April 11th. On Sunday, January 17th, the Venice Neighborhood Council held a meeting for those interested in running for a council position. The goal was to help candidates understand the Los Angeles city election process and VNC campaign rules. The meeting took place at the Electric Lodge, 1416 Electric Ave in Venice, at 5:00pm. Attendance was free and was open to everyone. LA City Council Member Bill Rosendahl made an appearance and presented his relationship with the Neighborhood Council, and its role in city government. Current VNC board members, such as current president Mike Newhouse and vice president Linda Lucks were also on hand to talk about the responsibilities of their positions. The election process was also reviewed so potential candidates could find out what they need to do to run for office. It was a great event, with homemade cookies, chips, salsa, wine, and motivated individuals who are interested in bettering the Venice community. It's YOUR Venice - get involved! Visit www.venicenc.org for more information. Stasia, I loved your homemade cookies.

January 15th
(01.15.10 VENICE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB ART SHOW) Over 300 pieces of art from donors, local artists and club members were on display.at the Venice Boys and Girls Art show on Friday, January 15th. Venice Paparazzi came out to view the art from Club members competing for spots in the national art show. The judges included Scott Flora and Jerinne Neils of BLIK, and Christina Cody of Storyboards, Inc. About the competition: The club has a nationally recognized art program under the direction of Eduardo “Lalo” Marquez. However, the club struggles to maintain consistent funding needed for proper instruction and supplies. I hope this art event raised money to help fund and maintain this program. Support and volunteer at the Venice Boys and Girls Club For more information, vsit their website or www.bgcv.org or stop by the club at 2232 Lincoln Blvd., Venice, CA 90291.

January 15th
NEW TO VENICE PAPARAZZI: 52 weeks of inspiration and photos by Ross Alexander Wilson. A note from Ross. In life and nature, there is beauty and inspiration all around us. Remember, the most wonderful things in life are the moments you live and can be thankful for each and every day. WEEK TWO INSPIRATION: The wild wind under the setting sun swept away all my worries. Visit Ross Alexander Wilson's website for more photos. RossAlexanderWilson.com.

January 15th
(01.15.10 STUDIO 18 GALLERY OPENING) Studio 18 in Venice, CA celebrated two new artists Ariel Marvin and Patrick Hoyle on Friday, January 15th. If you missed their opening night, no worries, their art will be on display till January 29th. Studio 18 is located at 18 North Venice Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 and is run and owned by local artist Leila Levi. For more information and upcoming shows contact Leila at (310) 305-9113

January 14th
(01.14.10 Venice, Ca) Venice Paparazzi stopped by the Air Conditioned Supper Club's weekly Indie on the Westside on Thursday, January 14th. 2010. The bands performing that night included Very Be Careful, Fitter and Fosforo. You know what is really cool at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. It's their green room that hosts a lot of art shows. This week's artists included Jimmy Herciuk, Rafaela Carrillo, Julia Rauda, Question EverythinK, Debbie Medina, Kaycee Breann, Wen A, Jaguar, bellivia jewelry, brian jensen, alicia del leon garcia. Band websites: www.myspace.com/verybecareful, (www.myspace.com/fitter a , www.myspace.com/fosforo. For more information on Indie on the Westside, visit www.diamondlaneentertainment.com. AIR CONDITIONED LOUNGE. 625 LINCOLN BLVD. VENICE, CA 90291 www.airconditionedbar.com

January 12th
(VENICE SURF) Venice surf photographer Aliza Almaraz was on the scene capturing the surf, the swell and the Venice Breakwater on January 12th, 14th & 15th. Here are a few notes from Aliza on the surf: "Waves were in the chest-shoulder to head high to overhead high. This is probably some of the best waves I've seen so far in Venice. I can't wait to see what this year brings. The crowd was heavy and so were the locals." To view more Venice surf pics, visit http://alizalmaraz.smugmug.com/Sports. Thanks Aliza for contributing to the Venice Paparazzi website.


January 8th
NEW TO VENICE PAPARAZZI: 52 weeks of inspiration and photos by Ross Alexander Wilson. A note from Ross. In life and nature, there is beauty and inspiration all around us. Remember, the most wonderful things in life are the moments you live and can be thankful for each and every day. WEEK TWO INSPIRATION:See with your eyes as a child again, in awe of such amazing beauty in nature. "Freedom Sunset" Venice Beach Suites Rooftop, Venice, CA. Visit Ross Alexander Wilson’s website for more photos. RossAlexanderWilson.com.

January 2nd
NEW TO VENICE PAPARAZZI: VENICE SPEAKS OUT. We will be asking Venice locals their thoughts on a specific topic each month and taking a picture of them with their comments written on a dry erase board. This month is on New Year's resolutions and affirmations. Locations targeted: The Venice Beach Boardwalk, Windward Ave, the Muscle Beach Facilities and the Venice Beach. Highlights: Meeting members of Heal the Bay at their monthly beach clean up. Check back regularly to view additions to Venice Speaks Out.

January 1st
(01.01.09 Venice, CA) This is the best way to start off the new year in Venice. Join the Venice Penguin Swim Club at the Breakwater, at the end of Windward, every January 1st and greet the New Year with a Big Splash! Sign up starts at 11:00am on the beach and there is no entry charge to participate. The first man and woman to complete a 500-yard swim around a buoy and back will be crowned the penguin prince and princess. This year there were over 80 competitors participating in this, the 50th annual Penguin swim. Commemorative tee shirts were sold to pay for permits and insurance. Snacks and hot drinks were provided courtesy of the Sidewalk Café. For more information, call Mary McGurk at 310-821-8136 or SCAQ at 310-390-5700.

December 2009 EVENTS

December 31st
(12.31.09 Venice, Ca) Mission accomplished! The V.P. team covered 7 New Year's eve parties in Venice in one night. Locations targeted included Nikki's, Townhouse, Hotel Erwin, Canal Club, James' Beach, Trip and La Cabana. This full moon New Year's eve night offered dancing, complimentary champagne toast, speakeasy showgirls, a Chinese Dragon New Year's ritual, a secret pagan island rites, rooftop lounge, and more. It was a great night to be in Venice. Enjoy and happy New Year's everyone! Be the best you can be this year!


December 28th
Venice Paparazzi is the official photo agency of the Venice Art Walls. The partnership between ICU Art and Venice Paparazzi began in November 2007. Since then, Venice Paparazzi has been documenting the work on the Venice Public Art Walls every Sunday afternoon or early Monday morning. Click here to check out the many masterpieces that have been on the walls. Note: The walls are managed by ICU Art - In Creative Unity, which is a Venice based arts organization that has been curating the walls since the year 2000. ICU Art is a graffiti arts advocacy group, and has lead the movement to preserve the walls as a living memorial to the high quality graffiti style art which has taken place on these walls for over thirty years. ICU Art is here to serve the artists that use the area as well as the residents of Venice. Visit the walls. Venice Public Art Walls. 1800 Ocean Front Walk. Venice, California 90291. For more information, visit www.veniceartwalls.com or www.icuart.com.

December 19th
(12.19.09 Venice, CA) The Venice Skateboard and Surf Association held it's 1st Skate Competition at the new Venice Skate park. Official VSA results for the Dennis “Polar Bear” Agnew Skate Plaza Thanksgiving Day Massacre: Snake Run Competition: 1st Place: Killer. 2nd Place: Shane Borlin. 3rd Place: Jamie Quaintance. Dennis “Polar Bear” Agnew Big Bowl Competition: 1st Place: Shane Borlin. 2nd Place: Skreech. 3rd Place: Shane Allen. FOR VENICE SKATE INFORMATION, VISIT http://venicesurfandskateboardassociation.blogspot.com/ OR http://www.veniceskatepark.com

December 18th
(12.18.09 Venice, Ca) On December 18th, GOLD's GYM and Good Dog Animal Rescue offered 200 free dog vaccinations to the Venice community. In addition, there were dog adoptions, a live D.J. and Venice Paparazzi taking photos on the red carpet. ABOUT GOLD'S GYM: (following insert taken from http://www.goldsgym.com). Welcome to “The Mecca” – we are the original, the place where it all began. More than 40 years ago, Joe Gold opened a modest fitness center in Venice Beach, California and began a tradition of commitment, passion and dedication that is now practiced at more than 600 locations across the globe. Our gyms are built to help people realize their goals and find their inner strength. We combine the most diverse amenities in the industry with the best personal training to deliver the ultimate fitness experience. Click here to read and view more pics. Gold’s Gym... Know Your Own Strength.™ Gold's Gym Venice Beach. | 360 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291 | 310-392-6004| http://www.goldsgym.com/veniceca. About Good Dog Animal Rescue: "WE ARE THE VOICE FOR THE ANIMALS...THE UNPROTECTED, THE NEGLECTED AND THE ABUSED !!! WE ARE HERE TO STAND UP FOR THOSE WHO ARE UNABLE TO STAND UP FOR THEMSELVES. WE ARE HERE TO SAVE ALL OF THE "GOOD" ANIMALS WE CAN AND FIND THEM LOVING HOMES FOR THE DURATION OF THEIR LIVES." For more information or to support their cause, visit http://www.gooddoganimalrescue.com

December 17th
(12.17.09 Venice, CA) Venice Paparazzi covered the L.A. Eco-Lounge at Arbor sports on Thursday, December 17th, 2009. What is ecolounge? Ecolounge is a monthly business to business networking and social mixer, presented by HonuGuide, geared to the action sport and sustainable living markets. Ecolounge = a fusion of action sports sustainability. Each event is hosted by one action sport organization and one sustainable living organization, showcasing their products, services, and message. This month the guest speaker was Steve Lefler of www.modularlifestyles.com. A great live music performance by Devastating Karate and free beer provided by PBR. Event sponsored by: Matt McPherson with TRUNQ (http://www.TRUNQ.com), Heliopower- www.heliopower.com – Matt McPherson, Bret Pursuit, Matt Rifkin, Synergy Surfboards – Greg, Todd and Trevor – www.synergysurfboards.com, Arbor – www.arborcollective.com – Drew, Bryan, and Atomic Energy Bites – Matt Hall – www.atomicenergybites.com. The next event will be held on January 21st at Arbor Sports. http://www.arborsports.com 102 Washington Blvd, Venice Ca 90291 For more information visit http://www.honuguide.com/ecolounge/ or contact Matt McPherson Office: 760-272-0131 Cell: 310-938-0949. http://www.heliopower.com

December 16th
(12.16.09 Venice, CA) Venice Media District board members celebrated their holiday staff party at the Canal Club on Wednesday, December 16th. About VMD: The brainchild of Ravenswork Studios’ owner, Robert Feist, the Venice Media District has been created “in response to the changing business landscape” in the beachside community. “The scope and quality of work coming from this area is exceptional and branding the area as the ‘Venice Media District’ is a long time coming,” commented Feist. “The history of filmmaking and media production goes back to the early 1900’s when Venice was called ‘Hollywood by the Sea,’ and now encompasses everything from hand crafted work of local artists to digital effects for major motion pictures.”According to Feist, the Venice Media District has very specific goals: • Create networking opportunities and business-to-business awareness. • Raise awareness of the VMD through city designation and promotion • Attract business & entrepreneurs to the area. • Create a vehicle for non-profits to access the assets of the VMD. Member companies for the Venice Media District range from casting, directorial offices, production, editorial, music, sound design, animation, voice acting, special effects, graphic design and photography. The “Venice Media District” is a standing committee of the “Venice Chamber of Commerce” and operates under it’s auspice and 501 non-profit status. Venice Media District: bringing the creative companies of Venice together. For more information visit www.joinvmd.org. Canal Club. 2025 Pacific Ave. Venice, Ca 90291. www.canalclubvenice.com

December 16th
Venice Paparazzi covered Sidewalk Cafe's staff holiday party on December 16th. It was a great event. The staff let loose on the dance floor to the sounds of D.J. Sweat, ate and drank the night away. Note: Every Friday Night is CLUB WATER ON THE VENICE BEACH BOARDWALK. Address: Sidewalk Cafe 1401 Ocean Walk, Venice Beach. Hosted by Joe Metcalf (DJ Sweat) and Big Sexy. Party starts at 9:30pm and goes on till it's over. Join the fun and dance and drink all night long right on the beach. www.thesidewalkcafe.com.

December 13th
(12.13.09 Venice, Ca) - Time capsule buried to commemorate 75th Anniversary of Muscle Beach. The capsule contains weightlifting memorabilia and will be opened in 2059." Event coverage by Marc Salvatierra

CLICK HERE TO VIEW MORE PHOTS BY MARC  SALVATIERRA.

Time capsules to be buried at Muscle Beach. BY VINCE ECHAVARIA.  (Created: Wednesday, December 9, 2009 4:14 PM PST). The evolution of bodybuilding is sure to see a transformation 50 years from now but fitness enthusiasts from that era will have a chance to see what working out was like in the first 75 years of Muscle Beach.  Originating in Santa Monica in 1934 as a pioneering location for bodybuilding and fitness and later moving to its current headquarters in Venice, Muscle Beach wants to give the people of 2059 an idea of its progression during the first three quarters of a century. As part of the closing ceremonies for the 75th anniversary, Muscle Beach promoters, bodybuilding icons and elected officials plan to bury two “time capsules” inside the center of the concrete stage at Muscle Beach along the Venice Boardwalk at 1 p.m. Sunday, December 13th.  The capsules will include a variety of memorabilia items from 1934-2009 including letters, photos, videos and books. The time capsules, which will be covered by a plaque sponsored by Iron Man Magazine, are scheduled to be opened in 50 years, said Joe Wheatley, producer of the event.  Click on the following link to read more.  http://www.argonautnewspaper.com/articles/2009/12/10/news_-_features/venice/v2.txt





December 13th
(12.13.09 Venice, CA) Venice Canals Holidays Boat Parade is an annual holiday event that takes place in December (usually the second Sunday), Canal residents decorate their canoes, rowboats and just about anything that floats. The parade attracts a large number of creatively decorated boats and more Venice onlookers. Event covered by Party by 5's Gisele Rebeiro.




December 11th
2009 Wongdoody Holiday Event @ Royal-T. www.wongdoody.com

December 9th
On Wednesday, December 9th, Danny's holiday party was in full swing with the "off their" Jingle Bell Rockers singing our favorite Christmas carols, and the flowing of holiday eggnog, peppermint martinis, Christmas punch and Santa's holiday cookies. About The Off Their Jingle Bell Rockers: They are a Venice based group of professional singers, who have been bringing their own zany, flamboyant holiday cheer to LA audiences for the past 7 years. The group includes Suzy Williams, Kathy Leonardo, Rory Johnston, Marianne Lewis, Jon Preston and Catherine De La Casas. This fun-filled family friendly group is still accepting bookings for private parties. Email kathy@kathyleonardo.com or catherine@madamechocolate.com. DID YOU KNOW THAT... Danny's Happy Hour is now from 4-close DAILY and that they have live music every Wednesday and Saturday night? $4 draft beer & 2 for 1 well cocktails! DANNY'S VENICE. 23 Windward Ave. Venice, Ca 90291. http://www.dannysvenice.com

December 7th
(12.07.09 Santa Monica, Ca) Metal Beach at Trip every first Monday of the month. Look forward to some heavy music, from thrash to old school metal. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and music at 8:00 p.m. Come down and support local bands. May 21st show included St. Vernon, Damaged Kids, Anesthetism and Chronic Remorse. The August show featured Brewtality and Black Lotus. To make a cool night even cooler, Trip now offers hot deli sandwiches. Trip | 2101 Lincoln Bl. Santa Monica (2 blocks south of Pico next to Jack in the Box) | http://www.tripsantamonica.com. For more info on Metal Beach, contact Brady Walker, METAL BEACH Producer/Promoter at 310 980 7129.

December 6th
Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Trim Hair Salon and Venice Rock's leader Nik Roybals' birthday and white party at the Garter on Sunday, December 6th. There was live performances by Taxi, Costa Nova, Kid Whiskey, the hammerheads, and Chainsaw Kisses. Once again, the Venice Rocks Honey's Live Go-Go Show was hot. In addition , there were free give aways by Jack Daniels' and food and homemade cupcakes by Szechwan Chinese and Nik's friends. It was a great night! Happpy birthday Nik! JOIN NIK ROYBAL AT VENICE ROCKS AT THE GARTER EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90291 | 310.577.3741 http://www.myspace.com/venicerocks. Visit http://www.thegartervenice.com for event information, daily nights and specials.


December 6th
Venice Paparazzi checked out the Beachhead's 41st Anniversary party at Beyond Baroque on Sunday, December 6th. Free Venice Beachhead is Venice's local newspaper that offers archive and neighborhood information. Here is a message from Beachhead reporter Jim SmIth. "It was a great event from our point of view, with a lively audience that really responded all four of us. Hillary Kaye, Krista Schimmer and I read our own poems. Karl read from the works of Stuart Perkoff, a Venice Beat poet who is widely admired in poetry and Beat circles. Karl's performance had people cheering. Suzy Williams sang a new song.about the Beachhead, composed by her and Carol Fondiller. Several new poets read during the Open Mic session. We look forward to publishing them in the paper. It was an evening of much love for the Beachhead, and for poetry."- Jim Smith. For more information on the Beachhead, visit www.freevenice.org or pick up a copy of their newspaper. The Beachhead can be found everywhere in Venice. They distribute 8,000 or more copies each month. The Beachhead survives on donations. If you would like to become a beachhead sustainer visit http://www.freevenice.org

December 5th
DID YOU KNOW THAT D.J. LOU E BAGEL NOW SPINS HIS CLASSIC ROCK VINYL SET ON SATURDAYS AT THE BRICKHOUSE KITCHEN, INSTEAD OF SUNDAYS? THAT IS RIGHT, THE BRICKHOUSE KITCHEN PRESENTS "CLASSIC SATURDAYS" EVERY SATURDAY FROM 12 - 4 P.M. ALL CLASSIC ROCK VINYL SET BY DJ LOU E BAGELS. LIVE MUSIC, GREAT FOOD AND GOOD COMPANY AT THE BRICKHOUSE. BREAKFAST AND LUNCH SERVED TILL 4 P.M. About: The Brickhouse Kitchen is the coolest little artist cafe and daytime joint in Venice. The neighborhood hang. The scene away from the scene. A place to relax and enjoy a hot meal and friendly chat with your people. They serve up a prolific menu of treats and eats, from delicious pancakes and breakfast fare to chicken and pasta dishes to specialty soups and salads. Try their delicious Texas-style Chili con Queso, or one of our tasty smoothies. They serve GROUNDWORK coffee and offer full espresso bar service. My favorite is the Ahi Tuna Balsamic Tossed Salad. Visit the Brickhouse at 826 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291. (310) 581-1639 Venice, CA 90291. For more information visit www.myspace.com/brickhousekitchen

December 4th
NEW TO LATE NIGHT DINING IN VENICE: BONDI BBQ IS NOW OPEN TILL 2:00 A.M. ON FRIDAYS! (12.04.09 Venice, Ca) After First Fridays on Abbot Kinney Blvd., the Venice Paparazzi team decided to head over to Windward Ave to check out the Townhouse and Bondi BBQ late night operation. As of Friday, December 6th, Bondi will be staying open till 2:00 a.m. every Friday. Here is a message from co-owner Jerry Goble. By the way Jerry, I love the new look, you kinda remind me of Colin Farrell. "Greetings! There's lots happening at Bondi BBQ! Besides our new Afterschool Specials, we're also offering reduced rate deliveries on the weekends (locals only). We're also offering blackboard specials, new combinations and a special section called "Mate's Rate" (lower priced items for our friends and neighbors). Fair Dinkum Mate!" BONDI BBQ. 46 Windward Ave. Venice, Ca 90291. (310) 392.3809 http://www.bondibbq.com. TOWNHOUSE VENICE. 52 Windward Ave. http://www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

December 4th
(12.04.09 Venice, Ca) The Venice Paparazzi crew roamed Abbot Kinney Blvd. for the December edition of First Fridays. We first spotted local Venice Boardwalk Artists on Electric and California. Next Santa and the Christmas Carolers, including local celebrities Kathy Leronardo and Suzy Williams, entertaining the masses. Next we stopped at Nitespa for the a solo exhibition and sale of Venice artist and filmmaker Lalla Robinson's new collection of work. After that we stopped in for Aviator Nation's grand opening party. This good looking crowd mingled amongst racks of vibrant colored clothing, while sipping on complimentary drinks. Later on, we stopped in Trim to say hi to DJ Lou E Bagel. Lastly, we hit Zingara for hot cider and s'mores on their scenic holiday themed back patio. There was a naked lady walking around trying on cloths. It was odd, however it seemed to put everyone in a good mood. Looking around this family owned business, I took note at how every spot in the store had a personal touch to it. This was a great community event. The holiday spirit was in the air. Happy holidays everyone! Check out the following Venice businesses. www.nitespa.com, www.venicetrim.com, www.zingaratrading.com, www.aviatornation.com.

November 2009 EVENTS

November 26th
A MESSAGE FROM FEED THE BEACH ORGANIZERS AND FRUIT GALLERY OWNERS NINA AND JAMES MERCED: Thank you for participating in our “3rd Annual Feed the Beach” event. This would not have been possible without the help of each person and business that participated. We had over 200 volunteers much more than we had confirmed, and enough food to extend the event an additional hour. We were able to feed 700+, but most importantly we were able to feed and nourish the souls of many.

Although we are not able to mention the 200 plus volunteers please know that your contributions no matter how small or big really served its purpose and everyone should feel very proud of themselves for a job well done. Every last tray of food was served, every dish washed, every piece of trash picked up, every table wiped down and every last trash bag taken out. We would like to once again acknowledge the Rotary Club of Venice, who have partnered with us for the past three years and made Feed the Beach a tradition. We know many of you have been asking how to get involved for Christmas please contact the Rotary Club of Venice as they are doing many wonderful things this Christmas for our community. We would like to acknowledge the following businesses and individuals for their support,

Rotary Club Of Venice $1300 in 26 complete turkey dinners.  Linda Lucks –VNC $360 for permits and insurance.  District 11 Councilman $313 for permit.  Great Guns Production $255 in food Donations.  The Waldorf Apt $250.  Larry Bell $180.
Tutti Frutti Pipe Shop $100.  Rob & Alexa LaPorta $100.  Linda Albertano & Frank Lutz $100.  Marie and Bill Lorterman $100.

Our Neighboring Businesses:
American Burger (Westminster) 500 ice creams, Beach Head Newspaper,
Big Daddy’s, Bombay Indian (Westminster), Chico’s Taco’s, Daisy Estrada – Party Rental (Tables/Chairs), Danny’s Deli, Evaluation Center Medical Marijuana, Fig Tree Restaurant
Good Earth Cafe, Groundwork Coffee (Westminster), Jason Auer (Feed The Beach URL)
Panera Bread Santa Monica, Royal Food Falafel’s (Westminster), Teriyaki Restaurant (Westminster), The Argonaut Newspaper, The Mirror Newspaper, The Waldorf (Westminster), Sidewalk Café, Sushi Okiya, Venice Parks and Rec, Venice Suites,Venicepaparazzi.com, Vinnie Caggiano and Michael Jost (music), Whole Foods Venice, Yovenice.com and Zelda’s Deli (Westminster)

We hope to continue the momentum of this grand event alive throughout the years to come. Please pass this along to all your family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, and business owners in your area to spread the word. We will be prepared to possibly hit the 1000 mark for next year’s Feed the Beach celebration. Thank you all for your love and support. We hope to see you all next year. Don’t forget to check out your photos at venicepaparazzi.com

Best Wishes,  James and Nina Merced. Fruit Gallery Owner, 1 Westminster Ave Venice CA. 90291. Feed the Beach Organizers

November 25th
Venice Paparazzi followed local celebrity Kelley Baker and her friends to the Air Conditioned Lounge. Kelley celebrated her birthday with her closest friends and danced to the beats of DJ Quickie Mart. It was a hot night with everyone grooving to new and old school hip hop. One thing I noticed about Kelley and her stylish friends were that they all had great brows. Here is the reason to their great brows. About Kelley Baker: Award winning Arch Artist Kelley Baker is one of the most in-demand brow stylists for young Hollywood and SoCal influencers. Based in Los Angeles, this eyebrow artist has helped shape the faces of celebrities Mandy Moore, Jaime Pressley, and Kelly Rowland for red carpet events and magazine covers. Baker understands the importance of brows and how they affect one's natural beauty. "Eyebrows frame the face and if they're done right, can make anyone look amazing. Correctly groomed brows can give an instant lift and keep a person looking gorgeous without expensive medical treatments." For more information or to book an appointment, visit www.kelleybakerbrows.com or call Trim Hair Salon at 310-396-3330.

November 22nd
11.22.09 CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY AT BOA STEAKHOUSE ON SUNSET STRIP. Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet, and successfully completed the goal of making 700 plus photo key chains for the City of West Hollywood's 25th anniversary party. We brought out a 12' x 12' red carpet, chrome stands, strobe lights, velvet ropes, 10' x 10' step and repeat, and 50" plasma t.v. for instant viewing of this grand celebration. West Hollywood even gave us our own room and labeled it the "Paparazzi Zone." There were over 1000 people in attendance. Guests included: West Hollywood Mayor Abbe Land, Mayor Pro Tempore John Heilman, Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz, Councilman Jeffrey Prang, Councilwoman Lindsey Horvath and Councilman John Duran. Our team welcomed and treated everyone like A-List celebrities. The event was a huge success, and Venice Paparazzi was a big part of it. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD FOR 25 YEARS OF CITYHOOD! The city officially turned 25 on November 29th. This gallery also includes the 10.14.09 Kick-off party at City Hall and the 10.31.09 West Hollywood Carnaval.


November 21st
Kaycee of Venice Originals, hosted the Venice Skate After Party at the Waterfront (The Organic Panificio) on November 21st, 2009. Although the V.S.A. skate competition was postponed till December 12th, the Venice Skate After Party went on as planned. The band line up included: Front Side Grind, North Coast, Punk for Life, Pet the Dog, and Meet me at the Pub. Artists included Jeff Ho, Jimmy Herciuk, Brian Jensen, Debbi Medina, Abbot and Flewnt. In addition, Rafaela Carrillo showcased her beautiful photos. The event was sponsored by Black Fly's, Juice Magazine, Venice Originals and Venice Paparazzi. For more of Kaycee Breann's events, befriend her on facebook.

November 20th
11.20.09 VITAMIN ANGEL FUNDRAISER EVENT AT THE MARRAKESH HOUSE IN CULVER CITY. BROUGHT TO YOU BY UNITED FUTURE, VITAMIN ANGEL, LITTLE MONSTER MEDIA, LAWIM AND WONGDOODY. A message from Scott Holmes, Managing Partner of United Future. "Thank you to everyone who supported our event for Vitamin Angels! We raised over $10,000 and to understand the impact, you just enabled 50,000 malnourished children to receive vital nutrients next year! Please continue to support www.vitaminangels.com!"

November 18th
PaQuí, a new luxury tequila and Patio Culture hosted a Southern California Patio Thanksgiving Celebration on November 18th in Venice, California. The event featured Thanksgiving Dinner inspired finger foods, complimented by refreshing tequila cocktails served al fresco in a classic Southern California Patio Living Style. Well known bartenders were on hand to serve up non-traditional libations made with PaQuí luxury tequila. For more info, visit www.paquitequila.com

November 18th
11.18.09 Thanks to Carol Tantau for hosting this month's Venice Chamber of Commerce mixer. Following insert taken from the Venice Chamber of Commerce website. "Just Tantau is an exquisite gift shop and one of the first to open on Venice's trendy Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Offering a unique eclectic collection of gifts and jewelry. The jewelry in the store is handmade, much of it by local artisans and is affordable. This store is a must see for everyone! Carol is very active in our community, serves on the Board of the Venice Chamber and Abbot Kinney Now to name a few. She also works as a counselor for Sojourn, an organization that supports battered women, in addition to working closely with the police on issues." FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.VENICECHAMBER.NET

November 17th
11.17.09 An insert written by Endemic's Derek. "Last night we celebrated the launch of Endemic and our website, http://www.endemicagenda.com, with a night of mayhem at AC Supper Club in Venice, CA to benefit SurfAid International. There was live art being created on surfboards and Endemic Artists, Devon Steigerwald and Janos Palko, had some amazing pieces on display. Comedian Bronston Jones got the night rolling on the mic talking about anatomy and sex, topics sure to get everyone interested no matter what your disposition, before turning things over to Tulsi and DJ Modula8r. All we have to say is Tulsi killed it! Following Tulsi’s performance, Bron kept the night flowing with the raffle that included some rad prizes, yeah we said rad, what???... We heard the 80’s were coming back. People were getting their hands on all kinds of good swag, including brand spanking new Endemic apparel, an Arbor skateboard, an Endemic Beach Cruiser, and even a Snizzle Stick surfboard made from a green blank. Click here to read more. Also, don't forget to visit http://www.endemicagenda.com/blog

November 14th
On November 14th, the top names in the professional strongman circuit met in a breathtaking challenge of strength and power at Muscle Beach for the DOTFIT World Strongman Super Series Grand Prix Title and Qualification for the World Final in Sweden in December. Check out who came to Venice: Brian Shaw (USA), Nick Best (USA), Marshall White (USA), Dave Ostlund (USA), Jason Bergmann (USA), Terry Hollands (USA), Florian Trimpl (Germany), Johannes Arsjo (Sweden), Jarek Dymek (Poland), Stojan Todorchev (Bulgaria), Stefan Solvi Petursson (Iceland), Tamas Malatinszki (Hungary) and Jimmy Marku (UK). Event was sponsered by dotFIT. Brian Shaw wins Venice Beach Super Series. For more info and results, visit www.wsmss.org

October 2009 EVENTS

October 31st
(October 2009 HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA) TriMega once again set new records at their National Convention and Tradeshow, Focus 2009 (www.trimega.org/focus), which took place at the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood, Florida last week. The hugely successful event drew total attendance of 1000 people and boasted, among other things, their largest tradeshow floor ever featuring the latest products from over 115 office products suppliers, wholesalers and business partners. www.trimega.org/focus

October 31st
(10.31.09 Venice, CA) Some of the most beautiful Venetians came out to play at James' Beach & Canal Club's Annual Halloween's A Beach Party. Hey D.J. Sweat you played some great tunes that night. I am so glad Alex and I mustered up enough energy to come party at at least one of Venice's raging parties. We were hired to shoot West Hollywood's Annual Halloween parade/carnavale. It was a long 9 hour shoot day. Venice rocks! James' Beach. 60 N. Venice Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 310.823.5396 http://www.jamesbeach.com. www.canalclubvenice.com.

October 31st
(10.31.09 Venice, Ca) The Hotel Erwin's 'High' club in Venice Beach, California had a costume party way up top the hotel. Happy people in many different costumes looked over the Venice night line that Halloween night. Event coverage by Steven Larson of Larson Creations www.LarsonCreations.com

October 31st
(10.31.09 Venice, Ca) The Canal Club hosted a Halloween party with DJ Sweat. Many, many people partied in full costumes this Halloween night in Venice Beach. Event coverage by Steven Larson of Larson Creations www.LarsonCreations.com

October 31st
(10.31.09 Venice, CA) Townhouse Cacktail Halloween Night. The Townhouse Tavern right in the middle of Venice beach did not fall to have another fun Halloween night with drinks a pouring all night. Event coverage by Steven Larson of Larson Creations www.LarsonCreations.com

October 31st
10.13.09 Nikki's Halloween Party. Nikki's of Venice Beach held it's annual Halloween Party, and it was no let down. So many people in full costumes packed the place it was a visual smorgasbord. Event coverage by Steven Larson of Larson Creations www.LarsonCreations.com

October 30th
(10.31.09 Venice, CA) The Sidewalk Cafe held it's annual Halloween party Friday Oct 30th at it's Club Water with DJ Sweat. Pumpkin carving contest, costume party, and they gave away gifts including two beach cruisers inbetween the dancing at Club Water. Event coverage by Steven Larson of Larson Creations www.LarsonCreations.com

October 28th
10.28.09 Thanks to Bondi BBQ for hosting this month's Venice Chamber of Commerce mixer. There was an abundance of tasty Austrailian BBQ and networking opportunities. Thanks To Party By 5's Gisele Rebeiro for covering this month's mixer. What is going on at Bondi BBQ? Besides their new Afterschool Specials, they are also offering reduced rate deliveries on the weekends (locals only). In addition they are offering blackboard specials, new combinations and a special section called "Mate's Rate" (lower priced items for our friends and neighbors). Fair Dinkum Mate! Visit BONDI BBQ's owners Jerry and Adam, and give their BBQ a try at 46 Windward Ave. Venice, Ca 90291. Website: www.bondibbq.com

October 28th
10/28/2009. The Townhouse's Red Light Wednesdays - Speakeasies One Year Anniversary. One year ago the Townhouse, a vintage bar within Venice Beach, began it's burlesque dance show. The Speakeasies as they are know as have become a full feature attraction on what is now known as 'Red Light Wednesday'. Each Wednesday the girls delight and stimulate the crowds that show up with dance and tease. Be sure to check them out every Wednesday from 10pm to 1am at the Townhouse Cocktails in Venice Beach on 52 Windward Ave. Event coverage by Steven Larson of Larson Creations www.LarsonCreations.com

October 22nd
10.21.09 Indie on the Westside and Air Condition Lounge hosted one of the best shows this year. There was HELLRIDE, with Mike Watt, Peter Distefano, & Stephen Perkins. As well I caught the live performances by Taxi and a surprise appearance by Pennywise. Dj Fluffly was on the turntables, and there was art by Johnny Davis, Jimmy Herciuk, Bart Saric (http://www.SKATERMADE.com) and Wen. In addition there was a photography exhibition by Block, Rafaela Carrillo, & SM. Air Conditioned Lounge. 625 Lincoln Blvd. (3 blocks south of Rose Ave) Venice, CA, 90291 http://www.airconditionedbar.com. For booking and promotion for Indie on the Westside, visit http://www.diamondlaneentertainment.com

October 21st
10.21.09 Red Light Wednesdays at the Townhouse is always happening. If you haven't checked out this weekly Burlesque show, featuring the Del Monte Speakeasies, you are truly missing out on one of Venice's hidden treasures. This event happens in one of Venice's historical buildings, the Townhouse. This bar has been around since 1915 and gives a nod to the prohibition days. These young, sexy, talented and high energy entertainers are there every Wednesday night. Truly entertaining and tasteful! We will see you next Wednesday. Show starts at 10:30 p.m. Oh yeah, I forgot to mention they have drink specials. Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave For more info, visithttp://www.myspace.com/townhousevenice.

October 18th
Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for the 6th Annual Other Venice Film Festival on Thursday October 15th and Friday October 16th. The Maverick spotlight feature film was Oliver Stone's "The Doors" and on the opening night Venice's own Lori Petty was showcased. Thanks to Festival Director Reuben de la Casas and the rest of the staff for hosting this great Venice event. The Other Venice Film Festival is community supported event dedicated to screening films, presenting musicians and showcasing art that embodies the spirit, energy and diversity of Venice Beach,This event bridges the community of Venice and that of greater LA together in a wild, exciting, fun-filled weekend of movies, music and mayhem. To find out more about this festival visit http://www.othervenicefilmfestival.com.

October 18th
The following insert was provided by Steve Gumplo of the United States Paddle Tennis Association. The United States Paddle Tennis Association (USPTA) hosted the United States Open Championships on October 17-18, 2009 at the Venice Beach Recreation Center. Hundreds of spectators watched as the best paddle tennis players from around the world competed in the sport's premier doubles tournament including some 60 doubles teams. In the Open Division, Los Angeles natives Daryl Lemon and Kent Seton defeated Aldo Burga of Port St. Lucie, Fla. and Russ Garber of Stanford, CA 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 Sunday to take the most prestigious title in paddle tennis. The Open Division attracted one of the best draws in years. Several of the teams were very evenly matched and new teams such as professional tennis player Jan-Michael Gambill and his brother Tory Gambil went up against paddle tennis legends Sol Hauptman and Scott Friedman. The equally prestigious team of Doug Kolker and paddle tennis icon and former pro tennis player Vincent Van Patten were also in the draw, making it anyone's tournament. In the end, play was close throughout among these top teams and several others who competed well and could have won the title. All results are available online at http://www.theuspta.com. In the A Division Dennis Hightower and Reggie Longware defeated Nick Haridopolos and Russell Evan 8-5 8-2 and Danny O'Hara and Shane Falkenstein finished third. In the B Division Bill Borrmann and Mike Mulrooney defeated Mariann Lord and Betsy Starrett 8-2 with Mike Mozier and Terry Daly finishing third. In Ladies Doubles, Sonia Ode Lucci and Leslie Howard won a round robin format with a three way tie for second place between Jean Dillingham and Bonnie Stoll, Midge Hendricks and Kimberly Knab and Mariann Lord with Betsy Starrett. Special thanks to tennis and paddle tennis legend Tom Caffrey for announcing the final rounds and to Wilson for being the primary sponsor at the event. For more information about the sport paddle tennis and upcoming events and complete results of all draws, visit http://www.theuspta.com

October 3rd
Saturday, October 3, 2009 marks the "culmination of a 12 year effort to bring a skatepark to Venice." ABOUT THE EVENT: (insert taken from Bill Rosendahl's e-mail blast) Councilmember Bill Rosendahl joined professional and amateur skaters from around the country to celebrate the grand opening of the long awaited Venice Beach Skate Park. The Venice area is widely credited as the birthplace of modern skateboarding and skaters have long frequented the Ocean Front Walk area. When the City of Los Angeles renovated Venice Beach in 1999-2001, skaters demanded the City honor that legacy and build an official skate park. City officials responded, and this weekend a new 16,000 square foot skate facility now joins the many other distinctive attractions that are part of Venice ’s landscape." A MESSAGE FROM VSA'S GER-I LEWIS: Hello all and thank you for the fantastic turn out on OCT 3rd. VSA is really stoked to welcome all the new personal members as well as the core supporters and volunteers. Getting the park open was only one mission of the VSA and now the real difficult task of maintaining the integrity, cleanliness and safety of the sk8prk has begun. VSA volunteers have staffed the sk8prk with trained volunteers with expertise in the administration of skateparks. In addition the VSA is assisting L.A City Recreation and Parks with the removal of sand and grounds maintenance of the area. Furthermore VSA members have participated in training with L.A County & L.A City Fire, and (already) one evacuation of skater from the street course. With L.A County Fire. Here are some numbers to numb your brain, In 3 days we have had 4000 visitors to the sk8prk! As soon as the sun rises there are sk8rs ready to roll and @ 6:00 there were 10 sk8rs ready to drop in. Accidents and injuries include: broken collar bone, separated shoulder, broken pelvis, broken ankle, knee laceration, chin laceration, VSA members assisted in the first aid of 3 of the accidents. Attention: VSA needs your support and volunteerism! We need volunteers that are willing to become trained in Red Cross CPR and First Aid and posses an understanding of skatepark operation and youth culture. If you can volunteer for a 2-hour shift your help will go a long way. VSA also need flashlights, batteries, sleeping bags, space heater etc for the volunteer night watch. Please respect the park respect Murray and Doug's killer Venice PB mural on the silo. The sk8park needs YOU! To contact Ger-I Lewis: "Todd Gesel" www.venicesurfandskateboardassociation.blogspot.com ABOUT THE VIP SKATEPARK AFTER PARTY: Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for the grand opening of the Venice Skate Park VIP after party on October 3rd, 2009. There was live music by Beowolf, Hellride, and music by DJ Muggs of Cypress Hill, Simon Rex a.k.a Dirt Nasty & Frontside Grind, DJ Scott Oster and DJ Buck. Christian Hosoi, Jessie Martinez, Jay Adams, Jeff Ho, members of V.S.A (Venice Surf and Skate Association), members of the Zepher Team, the Venice local community and more came out for this "Le Grande Skate Event." CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS OF OUR DAY!

October 2nd
On Friday, October 2nd, the Boys & Girls Club of Venice hosted their 4th Champion of Youth Gala at the Ritz Carlton in Marina Del Rey. They honored Nancy & David Iben with the Champion of Youth Award and FIDM with the Corporate Leadership Award. The Fourth Annual Champion of Youth Gala's main purpose is to highlight the extraordinary programs and people associated with the Club, and to raise money to go towards sponsoring scholarships for club members, and enhancing core programs such as the arts, character and leadership development, sports, fitness and recreation, and education. The Club purposely keeps dues low ($20 a year) so all youth in the community have the opportunity to come through our doors, be safe, and develop into positive and productive citizens. The mission of the Boys and Girls Club is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. For more information visit www.bgcv.org. COMPLIMENTS OF VENICE PAPARAZZI AND THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF VENICE, GET YOUR FREE DIGITAL PHOTO(S) FROM THIS GALLERY.




September 2009 EVENTS

September 27th
On Sunday, September 27th, the Venice community came out for the 25th Annual Abbot Kinney Festival. The following insert was taken from www.abbotkinney.org. Founded in 1984, the Abbot Kinney Festival is the second largest of its kind in Southern California. This popular community event attracts nearly 150,000 attendees best defined as educated professionals who are arts-minded, unpretentiously hip, health-focused, environmentally conscious, and family-oriented. Over 10,000 parents and children participate in day-long cultural activities inside of the festival's Youth & Family Courtyard. The festival also includes approximately 350 artisan vendors, three live music stages, three food courts, and a beer garden. Parking shuttles are available from public lots west of Abbot Kinney, in Playa Vista, and in other locations. Admission is free. Net proceeds from sponsorships, vendor booth fees, commemorative t-shirts, event-run concessions, and festival guide advertising are reinvested into the community to local nonprofits, particularly those that serve at-risk youth. The event is produced by the Abbot Kinney Association. Here is their mission statement: The Abbot Kinney Festival Association (AKFA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that produces community activities, including an annual community festival, to welcome people throughout Southern California to celebrate the community, beauty, and goodwill of Venice. Proceeds from the AKFA's activities support Venice-based community organizations with programs and services for youth and families. This years sponsors include Whole Foods, AMP, Pardee Properties, Anheuser-Busch,Brand X, Experience LA, Honest, Juanita's, New Belgium, U-Turn 2 Tap, City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, Venice Neighborhood Council, Kaiser Permanente, WestEnd, George Chung Realtors, Guitar Center, Original Ginerger Brew Reed's. The event was produced by Abbot Kinney Festival Association, Air Conditioned Supper Club, Little Raido, Inside Out Community Arts and FMLY. For more information visit www.abbotkinney.org. Tip: The Abbot Kinney Festival is celebrated on the 4th Sunday of every September.

September 27th
Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for the Abbot Kinney Festival after party and Jack Daniel's birthday at the Garter on Sunday, September 27th, 2009. The featured live music acts included IRONHEEL, CORY PHILLIPS, PURPLE MELON AND ROMEO DELTA. Special guests included the Jack Daniel's Girls. There were free give-aways, Jack Daniel shots, birthday cake live body airbrushing by Hanz and music by DJ Lou E. Bagels. In addition, the Venice Rocks Honey's danced on on the stage and the bar til 2:00 a.m. JOIN NIK ROYBAL OF VENICE ROCKS AT THE GARTER EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90291 | 310.577.3741 www.myspace.com/venicerocks. Visit www.thegartervenice.com for event information, daily nights and specials.

September 23rd
(09.23.09 Venice, Ca) Thanks to Dr. Stuart & Helen Garber and Whole Foods Market for hosting this month's Venice Chamber of Commerce Mixer and to Venice Beach Wines for donating all the wine. ABOUT THE GARBERS: Helen K. Garber is an American photographer known mostly for her black and white urban landscapes of cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Paris, Amsterdam and Venice. Her images are in the permanent collection of the Brooklyn Museum, Museum of the City of New York, Portland Art Museum, Yale University and the George Eastman House. She is married to Dr. Stuart Garber and her studio is located at Venice Beach. About Dr. Stuart H. Garber: Dr.Stuart H. Garber, D.C., Ph.D. has been practicing holistic medicine since 1981. He has lectured to medical, dental, chiropractic and acupuncture groups in the United States, Europe, Asia and the Caribbean. In 1997 Dr.Garber became the first person in the United States to receive a Ph.D. degree in homeopathy. He is the developer of Dr.Garber's Natural Solutions line of condition specific biotherapy formulas and practices in Santa Monica, CA where he also conducts research in homeopathic medicine.Whole Foods searches for the highest quality, least processed, most flavorful and natural foods possible because we believe that food in its purest state - unadulterated by artificial additives, sweeteners, colorings and preservatives - is the best tasting and most nutritious food there is. ABOUT WHOLE FOODS MARKET IN VENICE: Whole Foods is committed to helping take care of the world around us, and our active support of organic farming and sustainable agriculture helps protect our planet. And while we assist our global neighbors through our Whole Planet Foundation's micro-lending operations, we also step out the back door of each of our stores to support food banks, sponsor neighborhood events and donate to local non-profit groups. ABOUT VENICE BEACH WINES: Venice Beach Wines grew out of an active involvement and love for this unique beach side community. They are passionate about quality food, wine and creating enriching experiences for their neighbors and guests. Their newly redesigned wine bar also features small plates of farm to table cheeses, charcurterie and paninis with daily specials. Their focus is on an inviting, helpful and warm environment. Now, come check out a Venice Chamber of Commerce mixer. The mixers are a great networking opportunity so do not forget to bring your business cards. The next mixer will be hosted by Bondi BBQ on October 28th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. If you are interested in attending a mixer or joining the Chamber, visit www.venicechamber.net. For more information on the companies listed above, visit www.drgarbers.com, www.wholefoods.com, www.venicebeachwines.com or www.bondibbq.com.

September 23rd
(09.23.09 Venice, CA) It was very neat to get the following message from my ex-boxing coach Charlie Stewart of Windsor Boxing Club of Canada, on this rare boxing event that was going on in my neighborhood on Wednesday, September 23rd. Insert taken from http://www.fightnews.com. Los Angeles area fight fans will have access to all prefight activities involving with the WBC heavyweight championship defense of Vitali Klitschko against unbeaten challenger Chris Arreola on Saturday, September 26 at the Staples Center. At 11:30AM on Wednesday, Klitschko and Arreola will engage in a public workout at “Muscle Beach” in Venice, California (1800 Ocean Front Walk). Of course, I was happy to cover this event. The event started with Vladimir Klitschko hitting a few jump shots on the Venice Beach Basketball Courts, as well as posing for the camera and signing autographs. Next, Vitali and Chris skipped, shadowboxed, worked the mitts and did a face off on the stage of Muscle Beach Gym. It was a cool event. I liked Vladimir's comment on how he feels that he is an artist when he boxes. Their fight will be held on Saturday, September 26th. at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. It will be a free event on HBO. BOXING IN VENICE. Learn how to box and use Kettlebells with Alex and Edizen. Visit http://www.kettlelbellboxing.com.

September 20th
Another great Venice fundraiser and non-profit organization. SURFSTRONG ‘09 Party was held at the Stronghold on Sunday, September 20th. It's mission was to raise money and awareness for The Lance Armstrong Foundation, LIVESTRONG. At the event, there was plenty of delicious pork, beef and chicken tacos, Red Nector beers, drinks provided by One and raffle prizes such as a Guy Okazaki surfboard, gift certificates to local restaurants, classes at YAS. There was a minimum $25 donation to attend. About Surfstrong: SURFSTRONG was created in 2008 as a result of Jessica J fighting and surviving cancer three times as a way to give back to an organization which provided so much support and inspiration to her during her cancer treatments. SURFSTRONG is a day of surf and celebration dedicated to raising money for Lance Armstrong’s Foundation LIVESTRONG. For more information on surfstrong, contact Jessica at surfstrong@gmail.com. ABOUT LIVE STRONG.ORG. (Insert taken from www.livestrong.org) At the Lance Armstrong Foundation, we inspire and empower people affected by cancer. We believe that unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything. Read our Manifesto. We provide the practical information and tools people with cancer need to live life on their own terms. We take aim at the gaps between what is known and what is done to prevent suffering and death due to cancer. We unite people to fight cancer and pursue an agenda focused on: Prevention, Access to screening and care, Improvement of the quality of life for cancer survivors and Investment in research. For more information visit www.livestrong.org.


September 20th
On Sunday September 21, 2009, Venice Community Housing Corporation hosted the 17th annual Jazz at Palms Court Brunch and Venice Music Festival. About 150 people enjoyed a delicious brunch provided by Off the Wall Catering and the Venice Farmers’ Market. They enjoyed the cool jazz guitar sounds of the Ron Escheté duo. In the afternoon, guests danced to the tunes of Susie Hansen Latin Band and Venice favorite Adaawe while bidding on the silent auction filled with art works, restaurant gift certificates, personal and professional services, all donated by VCHC board members, local businesses, and supporters. The event raised over $50,000 to support VCHC’s ongoing efforts to provide affordable housing, social and family support services, to low-income families and at-risk youth in Venice and Mar Vista. Band websites: www.Ronsechete.com www.Susiehansen.com www.Adaawemusic.com For more info on Venice Community Housing Corporation www.vchcorp.org

September 19th
Venice Custom Bicycle's producer and founder Terry Talbot presented his fourth show at Venice Beach on Saturday, September 19th. The event included a 5 mile rally style free ride from Dockweiler to Venice Beach, a custom bicycle exhibition, BMX and fixie flat ground freestyle competitions, bicycle jousting, break dancing, D.J., Redbull giveaways, free valet for bicycles and more. The people involved in making a successful event included L.A. Breakless, City Lites, Real Ryda'z, L.A. Breakers, Red Bull, Metro, Nomad Cruisers, Sick Cycles, Palm's cycles, Gripski Xtreme Skate Devices and more. This was another great event in Venice For more information visit www.venicecustombicycles.com. Compliments of Venice Paparazzi, get your free digital photos from this gallery by right clicking and saving, or dragging straight to your desktop. Enjoy!

September 12th
The USPF (United States Powerlifting Federation) hosted a powerlifting competition at Muscle Beach Gym in Venice on Saturday, September 12th. Over 50 Californians competed in the dead-lift, squat and bench press. Visit www.powerliftingca.com for results. USPF California and the United States Powerlifting Federation (USPF) are both leading powerlifting organizations in the United States. The USPF is a member of the World Powerlifting Federation (WPF) and the Global Powerlifting Committee (GPC). The WPF and GPC are comprised of member federations from 30 countries. Powerlifting Federation's mission is to provide powerlifting competition of uniform high quality which is available to all athletes who meet the criteria for membership throughout the United States. What is powerlifting? Distinct from Olympic weightlifting, a sport made up of two lifts: the Snatch and the Clean-and-Jerk, where the weight is lifted above the head, powerlifting comprises three lifts: the Squat, Bench Press and Deadlift. Powerlifting competitions may be comprised of one, two or all three of the lifting disciplines. Athletes are categorized by sex, age and bodyweight. Each competitor is allowed three attempts at each lift, the best lift in each discipline being added to their total. The lifter with the highest total is the winner. In cases where two or more lifters achieve the same total, the person with the lightest bodyweight wins. For more information, upcoming events and results http://www.powerliftingca.com. Muscle Beach Venice. 1800 Ocean Front Walk Venice, CA 90291

September 12th
Venice Paparazzi spotted a number of Los Angeles firefighters playing handball and grilling on the MOAB (Mother of all BBQ's) at the Venice Beach Handball Courts on Saturday, September 12th, 2009. I found out from one of the firefighters that this was their 11th annual 3-wall handball tournament in Venice Beach, and that every year they choose a cause to support. This year, proceeds from this tournament went to muscular dystrophy. Last year, it went to he LAFD Widows, Orphans and Disabled Firemen?s Fund. Venice Fact: Our local firestation is Firestation 63 and it is located at 1930 Shell Avenue. Venice CA 90291. For more information visit http://www.lafd.org or dial 3-1-1 or (213) 485-5971 to contact your Neighborhood Fire Station for routine matters. For handball info, visit www.handball.org. Compliments of Venice Paparazzi, get your free photos from this gallery by right clicking and saving, or dragging straight to your desktop. It was great meeting all of you.

September 12th
Venice Paparazzi spotted Venice Ball's Jon Nash squaring off to the former NBA Houston Rockets, and current Los Angeles Lakers player Ron Artest at the Venice Beach Basketball Courts on Saturday, September 12th. Laker fans pulled out their cameras and cell phones from the sidelines to snap a few shots. After the game, Ron walked over to the sandpit and did some pull ups. A few brave Laker fans walked up to him, introduced themselves and welcomed him to L.A. About local celebrity Jon Nash. He is the co-founder of Venice Ball, the most intense street-ball competition in the world. Look out for the Venice Basketball League in the summer of 2010 at the Venice Beach Basketball Courts. For more information, visit http://www.veniceball.com.

September 6th
(09.06.09 Venice, CA) The 3rd Annual Supergirl Jam finale was held at Venice Beach, California on Sept 6th. The event brought 80,000 lbs of snow with them for the snowboard competition, and it held up despite the 80 degree weather. The Supergirl Jam is the action sports industry’s only large-scale, all-girls action sports competition. This unique event featured more than 100 of the top female action sports athletes in a competition series designed to promote and celebrate female strength, independence and empowerment. The SuperGirl Jam showcased elite girls in the Snowboard Rail Jam, Skateboard Street and Inline Best Trick contests. The Skateboard Street contest featured Lyn-z Adams Hawkins, Amy Caron, Vanessa Torres, and Lacey Baker. Snowboard Rail Jam included Laurie Currier, Chanellie Sladics, Bryn Valaika and Raewyn Reid. If you missed it, click here to view candid and posed photos of the event by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen. Competition photos by Bret of www.yovenice.com Aliza Almaraz. There will also be a webcast of the SuperGirl Jam at GO211. For more information, visit www.actionsportstour.com.



 

September 5th
"Mix It Up LA Social Club hosted its first annual "White Party" at Artistspalooza Studios in Santa Monica. Open bar, beats by DJ Adien and the white attire made for a hot night! Mix It Up LA is a social club for young professionals, and hosts parties and events once a month at the studio. To join the mailing list, email mixitupla@gmail.com or call co-founder Kim Lockhart at 213-804-6244."

September 5th
The Venice Skate and Surf community came out to support one of their own teens at the Venice Methodist Church on Lincoln on August 5th, 2009. This is the message I received through facebook, "We are planning a Fundraising Benefit with live music, auction, raffle and BBQ to help our son Jon-Kane with legal fees associated with his unfortunate situation." It was a great event. The half pipe was busy with amateur and professional skaters ages 5 to 42 years of age. Skating legends Christian Hosoi and Jessie Martinez even graced the pipe. The ramp was going off, the talent level was heavy. Live music performance by Fist of Fury and records were spun by professional skater Bennet. It was a really cool family event. If you would like to support the Murray family, you can donate to Koping Killer Skateboards c/o Aaron Murray P.O. Box # 2915 Venice, CA 90294. Compliments of Venice Paparazzi, get your "FREE" photo(s) from this gallery by right clicking and saving, or dragging the photo straight to your desk top.

September 5th
Whole Foods in Venice celebrated their one year anniversary on Saturday, September 5th. To show their appreciation to their customers they offered free range BBQ, in store promotions, free give aways, taste testers, and big smiles from the entire Whole Foods' staff. The food smelled and tasted great thanks to Smokin Willies' grilling expertise, seasonings and sauces. It was a great free event and brought a lot of smiles to the local residents. Congratulations Whole Foods on your one year anniversary. Here are a few quick facts on Whole Foods in Venice: They have partnered with over 274 local growers, harvesters and producers. Since they have opened, their store has contributed $20,804. 65 to the Venice Community. Whole Foods Market. 225 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90291 310.566.9480. One more thing, compliments of Whole Foods and Venice Paparazzi, get your free photo(s) from this gallery by right clicking and saving, or dragging straight to your desk tops. Enjoy!



 

September 4th
09.04.09 The businesses on Abbot Kinney hosted another great First Fridays last week. First Fridays at Venice is a great way for Venice locals to see the shops, galleries and restaurants that may not be open late in the evening. The atmosphere was festive with the sidewalks filled with people having a good time enjoying the food and listening to the many live bands. Venetians also enjoyed browsing through the unique shops and galleries that can only be found on Abbot Kinney Blvd. Event coverage by Don Westland of www.westlandtraveler.com.

August 2009 EVENTS

August 31st
(Venice, Ca Aug. 31st, 2009) So, I walked out the door as usual on Monday with my camera to take photos of the Public Art Walls. I ran into Tonan, the guardian of the Venice new skate park. He was hanging out with three beautiful bikini clad girls from Toronto, Canada. We did an impromptu photo shoot. It was quite fun. The Public Art Walls, new Venice Skatepark, bike path and Tonan's area provided the perfect backdrop. As well, Tonan gave the ladies from Canada a skateboard lesson. Later on, I waded into the water with my camera and captured the sunset surfers. It was quite refreshing. I am not sure if it was the Mount Wilson fire, or not, but it was one of the hottest days of the year. Gosh, we are so lucky to live by the beach.



 

August 30th
As soon as the NBA’s exciting season ends, die-hard basketball fans must wait until winter to get their fix. But real ball players don’t quit just because the league does, they descend upon Venice Beach for the most intense street-ball competition in the world. This summer, the Venice Basketball League truly brought street-ball to the next level, combining the hardcore reality of the outdoor street basketball lifestyle with the glamour and glory of a professional league. The VBL brought structure to the street through team-owners, sponsors, coaches, signed players, schedules, rosters, records, stats, and tournament-style playoffs. This Summer, the world’s best street-ballers formed ten teams to battle it out every Sunday at the beach. On Sunday, August 30th, Venice Ball brought you the LA Clippers, Power 106,and Lakers Ac Green of www.3ba.com, singer Brian Mckight, Greg Cipe and more to Venice Beach during the Venice Beach Basketball Final. I was there to capture the dunk contest and the final game between Venice Allstar and the Mean one. Venice Allstar kept the Championship title home for the third year in a row. Also on the line during the final game was a chance at a $50,000 tryout for AC Green's www.3ba.com. This photo gallery also includes photos of one Venice Ball's KVBL's day camps. KVBL, the Kids Venice Basketball League is a free summer day camp for kids, and was founded in 2008 by Jon Nash of the The Venice Basketball League (VBL). It is a a non-profit collaborative committed to empowering the under-privileged children of Los Angeles with essential healthy life,yoga training, and basketball skills. As part of this year's new program, The “Natural Leaders Camp for Kids”, children participated in a nine-week health and leadership program that took place every Sunday morning before The VBL games commenced. Check out www.veniceball.com or www.Kvbl.org for more information.



 

August 26th
Thanks to Hotel Erwin for hosting the August Venice Chamber of Commerce Mixer on August 26th, 2009. With over 65 guests, this was the largest Chamber mixer we have had in a while. Thank you to Hotel Erwin's William for his hospitality and helping to put this event together. Hotel Erwin's panoramic view provided the ultimate atmosphere for relaxed mingling. The breath taking sunset, fine food, drinks and groovy lounge areas topped off a majestic time. For more info on Hotel Erwin's High, visit http://www.hotelerwin.com. If you would like to attend our next mixer and/or donate a prize, please contact Chamber events chair Edizen Stowell at info@venicepaparazzi.com. The mixers are a great way to meet Venice local business owners and entrepreneurs. Don't forget to bring your business cards. Mixers are held on the 4th Wednesday of every month. For more info visit http://www.venicechamber.net



August 26th
Red Light Wednesdays at the Townhouse. This bar that has been around since 1915 has taken a retro look back to those prohibition days, and has a burlesque show, the Del Monte Speakeasies every Wednesday night on 'Red Light Wednesdays'. See you next Wednesday. Show starts at 10:30 p.m. Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave For more info, visit www.myspace.com/townhousevenice. Event coverage by Steven Larson www.larsoncreations.com

August 26th
Now available on Venice Paparazzi, daily surf photos by Aliza Alamaraz. So the next time you find yourself at the beach, you might catch Aliza out there shooting the surfers. Visit her website at www.alizalmaraz.com

August 23rd
Gotopless.org organized its second annual National Go-Topless day in Venice Beach on Sunday Aug 23rd 2009 to claim the constitutional right of women to be topless or top free in public where men already have that right. Following insert taken from www.gotopless.org. "As long as men are allowed to be topless in public, women should have the same constitutional right. Or else, men should have the wear something to hide their chests". In our society, men and women are supposed to have equal rights. But women are commonly arrested, fined and humiliated for daring to go topless in public, a freedom men have had for decades. To protest this unconstitutional gender discrimination, GoTopless.org is holding National Go-Topless Day events in cities nationwide. Thousands of women will be baring their chests that day in the name of equal rights, and we hope you'll be there too! The marches will be followed by an equal rights speech, and artists performances. In Venice Beach, CA we will have a stage on Windward Ci. and in New York City we will have a stage in Central Park near Columbus Ci. For more info visit www.gotopless.org Event coverage by Steve Larson of Larsons Creations.

August 22nd
The World’s Largest Bikini Parade on record was set in Las Vegas, Nevada in May 2009 with 281 women in bikinis who walked one mile. The new cast of Oxygen’s Bad Girls Club and Malibu Strings Bikini Company attempted to beat this numbers and set the new Guinness World Record on Saturday, August 22nd in Venice Beach. Unfortunately only 125 women showed up. However, their attempt was not futile as they managed to capture the title for California's largest bikini parade. Every participant received a free bikini and a $50 gift card, in addition to earning a cameo in this Bad Girls Club episode. The Bad Girls Club ladies were fun, enthusiastic, bubbly, talked dirty, sexy, friendly and were the life of the party. I think I might check out their show. For more information, visit http://www.oxygen.com/tvshows/badgirls/. Malibu Strings Bikini Company and O.N.E. Drinks were the participating sponsors. http://www.Malibustrings.com. Lastly, it was great meeting the host of Poor Man's Beach at this event. Check out his youtube site at http://www.youtube.com/poormantv1

August 22nd
Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Sea of Ink's fun filled night of live art, music, tattoo's, raffles and more on August 22nd. The artist of the night was Audrey McNamara, music by DJ Fluffy (a.k.a. Block) among others, bartending by the beautiful Becky and lighting by Ryan aka Tink. View photos of Venice's newest tattoo and art gallery and the beautiful people that stopped by to support local art. ABOUT SEA OF INK: Sea of Ink is the latest cutting edge tattoo shop to hit venice. They bring a friendly atmosphere, beautiful work, and everything else anyone could expect at a custom shop as well as so much more. Visit the shop, make an appointment, see the art, or get a taste of the future of tattooing. THINKING ABOUT GETTING A TATTOO? Bring in a California I.D. with a 90291 area code to Sea of Ink Tattoo Shop and receive 25% off your tattoo. Address: 1605 Pacific Ave. Venice, CA 90291 Phone: 310.396.1500. For artist profiles and other information visit www.seaofinktattoo.com. COMPLIMENTS OF SEA OF INK TATTOO AND VENICE PAPARAZZI, GET YOUR FREE PHOTOS BY "RIGHT CLICKING AND SAVING STRAIGHT TO YOUR DESKTOP" FROM THIS GALLERY. ENJOY!

August 20th
So far this summer, I have attended only one night of the Santa Monica Twilight Dance Series. Since September 3rd, Santa Monica Pier has presented free live music on the pier every Thursday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. I forgot how much fun it was to watch the sun set, hang out with friends on the beach or on the pier, maybe play some volleyball, and sip on some non-alcoholic beverages while listening to great music. Thank to Mark Lennon of the band Venice for offering me back stage passes to his show. Too bad the bouncer at the gate couldn't find my name on the list. Oh well thank goodness for the telepromtor on the side of the Pier. I got some great shots. LOL. Check out Venice the band at www.venicecentral.com. For more info on Santa Monica's Twilight Dance Series, visit www.santamonicapier.org. See you next Thursday!

August 20th
Brady Walker presents Metal Beach at Trip every third Thursday of the month. Look forward to some heavy music, from thrash to old school metal. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and music at 8:00 p.m. Come down and support local bands. This gallery includes photos from the inaugural event on May 21st, 2009, as well as the August 20th show. May 21st show included St. Vernon, Damaged Kids, Anesthetism and Chronic Remorse. The August show featured Brewtality and Black Lotus. To make a cool night even cooler, Trip now offers hot deli sandwiches. Trip | 2101 Lincoln Bl. Santa Monica (2 blocks south of Pico next to Jack in the Box) | www.tripsantamonica.com. For more info on Metal Beach, contact Brady Walker, METAL BEACH Producer/Promoter at 310 980 7129. Check out V.P.'s Alex at www.anesthetism.com

August 20th
08.20.09 BENEFIT FOR JIM MUIR AT THE AIR CONDITIONED LOUNGE. Following Insert taken from www.jimmuirbenefit.com. "ABOUT JIM MUIR: Jim Muir (1958 in Venice, California) is a professional skateboarder and skateboarding entrepreneur. He began skateboarding in 1963. He was a member of the Z-Boys skate team based in Santa Monica, California. Muir was the first member of the Z-Boys to use urethane wheels, and convinced Zephyr Surf Shop owner Jeff Ho to order them for the team. After the Z-Boys team collapsed, he skated for Sims Skateboards and, with Bob Biniak, helped to invent the first laminated skateboards. He founded Dogtown Skates in 1976, at the age of 18. The first skateboards were hand made, and at one point had skate figure Tony Hawk riding as an amateur. His younger brother, Mike Muir, is the singer for Suicidal Tendencies. WHAT HAPPENED: On March 14th Jim was surfing at Westwards Beach (south end of ZumaBeach) when his head pile drived the bottom. As a result he broke his neck. He floated to the surface face down in full paralysis and drowned. The surfers and lifeguards on the scene rallied to get him to shore and he resuscitated as he was brought out of the water and up onto the beach. He was airlifted to Providence HolyCrossMedicalCenter in Mission Hills, Ca." TO OBTAIN MORE INFO, VISIT WWW.JIMMUIRBENEFIT.COM.


August 9th
The 4th annual Venice Beach Music Fest continued its tradition of celebrating music, art, and the eclectic Venice community at a weekend festival on Saturday, August 8, and Sunday, August 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. each day. This was the first year that the festival was held over two days and included twelve local, regional, and national musical acts, as well as a 100-ft. fine art display by nine artists. The event was held in the park at Windward Plaza, the west end of Windward Avenue. This venue was just steps away from the Venice breakwater and the boardwalk, and was free and open to the public. For more info visit www.myspace.com/venicebeachmusicfest

August 7th
(08.07.09 Venice, CA) Air New Zealand and TheLEK.com brought the best of New Zealand's wines, beers (Steinalager Pure) and spirits to Venice’s legendary Stronghold Speakeasy, for an evening of Kiwi hospitality and world grooves provided by KCRW's own Jeremy Sole. The evening was in celebration of Air New Zealand's October 13 Matchmaking Flight is which a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the ultimate singles vacation experience. As a veritable party with wings, passengers will enjoy an incredible pre-flight bash at LAX, followed by in-flight games and entertainment with an open bar and themed food, and once they’ve landed in Auckland, a huge, singles-only celebration – Kiwi style – at the SKYCITY Convention Centre. Book your ticket now before flight sells out! For more info and ticketing go to http://www.thematchmakingflight.com, TheLEK.com is a Los Angeles dating site that connects you with other singles based on the places you like to go and the things you like to do. www.thelek.com

August 3rd
Of course I had to cover this event, the House of Devon at the Air Conditioned Lounge on August 3rd, 2009. I rolled in around 10:00 p.m. on a Monday night, and the place was packed and people were loving the sounds of MISS WILLIE BROWN. Later on, ALANA SWEETWATE also tore the house down with her sultry, sexy voice and fish net stockings. House of Devon was hosted by Devon Steigerwald, a bad-ass fashion and sports photographer. She recently covered the the US Open Surf Competition and the XGAMES XV. That night the A.C. Lounge displayed Devon's etreme sports photos and videos of Base Jumping, Skate, BMX, Surf, Motorcross and more. Her photos rock! Thanks to Jim Beam for sponsoring the night with deals on Sauza Hornitos and donating the coveted yellow Cruzan Rum beach cruiser for the raffles. Check out this superstar photographer Devon Steigerwald at devonsteigerwald@aol.com & www.devonSphotography.com

 


August 3rd
The V.S.A. (Venice Surf and Skateboard Association) had a meeting with Venice Beach and Recreation and Parks on Monday, August 3rd, 2009. Many came out to support V.S.A. on this warm, sunny and breezy day. We are happy to report that all went well. VSA will be in charge of the grand opening of the new Venice Skatepark, as they well should be. Venice Paparazzi was there to cover the event. Click here to view event. Also check out the skate park, as it is today, under construction. We went in with Tonan, night guardian of the skatepark, and got these behind the scenes shots. Venice's new Skatepark grand opening day T.B.A at a later date. For more information on V.S.A. visit there website at http://venicesurfandskateboardassociation.blogspot.com/ or find them on facebook.

August 2nd
Hotel Erwin offered Venice locals an exclusive, fun day full of food and drinks to celebrate the opening of their restaurant Hash on Sun., Aug. 2nd. The event offered free flowing mimosas, bloody mary's, bellinis and freshly brewed coffee, as well as an abundant supply of tasty eggs, corned beef and farmer's market hash. Venice business owners, politicians, writers for the Argonaut, artists and local Venice residents mingled and mixed and spoke highly of the ambience, the food and of Hotel Erwin's High. High is open-air-lounge with a 360 degree view of Los Angeles. It was a beautiful, sunny Sunday afternoon and I hung with old friends and met some new ones. The party started off at Hash and ended up at High. I was only suppose to be there for a short while because I planned my day to cover the annual Festival of Chariots' Hare Krishna event. The food, refreshing cocktails, people, Hash and then High kept me there the rest of the afternoon. Oh well, this year I covered Hare Krishna from a different angle, high and above all of Venice. The hare krishna event looked packed and full of activities. It was just so peaceful and inviting at Hight, that I wanted to stay, relax and enjoy the breath-taking view and hang out with my friends. Check out the photos of our day at Hash. For more information on Hotel Erwin's Hash and High, visit www.hotelerwin.com. 1697 Pacific Avenue. Los Angeles (Venice Beach), CA 90291. To make a reservation: 310.452.111

August 1st
Jacob's list opened up the doors to a beautiful new warehouse space in Santa Monica called Artistspalooza and for Mix it Up LA's official launch party. Mix It Up LA is a social club for young professionals in Los Angeles. It hosts cool events where you can go to build personal and business relationships. At its first event they had an amazing art show with complimentary wine and home brewed beer. After the art show the dj's kicked in for music and good times. Home brewed beer by J-Dog, interior design by Ella, Visuals by Martin Runel (Censuremouth), and sounds by: Aiden (Baby Rock, Sevilla), DJ Lou E. BAels (Rock Steady at the Garter every thursday night (www.thegartervenice.com) and Jacob (Venice Beatz). A portion of the proceeds benefited Artistspalooza, a free community studio for filmmakers, musicians and artists of all other genres. Artistspalooza Studio. 1610 Colorado Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90404. Find Jacob's List on Facebook or contact him via email for upcoming events. jacobinvenice@yahoo.com

August 1st
(08.01.09. Venice, Ca) Have you ever been to a crawfish, alligator and backyard skate party? Well, now I have, and it was very memorable. Check out the photos from this random party I just happened to crash. If you are ever invited to go to one these, go, because these are one of the rare occasions where you can put your elbows on the table, eat with your hands and have fun doing it. Thanks to Nikki, Kevin, Ross and Dina for your hospitality.



 

August 1st
08.02.09 Venice Community BBQ & Picnic. The Third Annual Venice Community BBQ & Picnic was held on Saturday, August 1st, from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at Oakwood Park in Venice. The Barbeque featured meats grilled to perfection by the Venice Firefighters, potluck sides and desserts from community members. Activities included a barbeque cook-off with prizes awarded in five categories: Best Chicken, Best Pork, Best Beef, Best Side Dish, Best Dessert; music from some of the finest Venice musicians; games for adults and kids; and supervised play for children. Bondi BBQ took two trophies home: 1st place Best Beef and 2nd place Best Pork. Fran Solomon took 1st prize in Best Dessert for her Key lime pie.

July 2009 EVENTS

July 31st
The Brickhouse Kitchen on Hampton Blvd. hosted Brady Walker's fine art photography exhibit "Zen and the Art of Vintage Motorcycle Racing" on July 31st, 2009. Brady presented photos he took over the last 7 years on the vintage racing circuit. The event was also an official post party for the notorious VVMC's Venice Vintage Motorcycle Rally. Videos & images from the April & July event were shown throughout the night. THE BRICKHOUSE KITCHEN. 826 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291. 310.581.1639 Venice, CA 90291. http://www.myspace.com/brickhousekitchen

July 25th
LA Brakeless hosted to the SUPER RAD custom bike and board show on Sat., July 25th, 2009. There were custom bikes and boards by Eclipse, Revok, Retna & Kuzberg, and live performances by Rob Roy, Intuition and Verbs, Nocando Speak, Versis, Val the Vandle, DJ Murj and DJ Bennet. In addition, artwork from L.A.’s legendary street artist group The Seventh Letter Crew was also featured. ABOUT LA BRAKELESS: In their shop, they believe that exercise and bicycling are empowering forms of personal expression. In a world with limited creativity and one-size-fits-all, L.A. Brakeless offers a different experience. Their high quality bicycle parts put the power in your hands to construct the ride you want, mixing your ideas with the most up-to-date styles available.They buy the highest-quality, newest parts from local dealers. Some of TV and music’s biggest stars have custom-made their bicycles at L.A. Brakeless. In addition to selling products, L.A. Brakeless is your destination for repairs and bicycle work, a stellar service operation using local bike experts. They also have T-shirts and a host of accessories, including helmets. LA Brakeless is now be be open 7 days a week!! Monday: 11-7 Tuesday: 11-8 Wednesday: 11-8 Thursday: 11-8 Friday: 11-8 Saturday: 11-8 Sunday: 11-6 p.m. LA BRAKELESS: 12220 Venice Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90066 310.294.9051 http://www.labrakeless.com

July 25th
Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Meet me at the Pub's CD release party at the Good Hurt on July 25th, 2009. . MEET ME AT THE PUB from Venice Beach, California, formed in 1999. Jeremy, Sully and Jack started playing their first shows at the Malibu Inn every Monday night, soon building a rapid local fan base with the local surfers and skaters. Their early shows helped the band find their true Southern California style combining' melodic vocals, thumpin bass lines and thick beats. The band plays Reggae, Rock, Ska, Punk and even the odd waltz. Fans enjoy the spontaneous freestyles that keep the shows fresh and live every night. To read more visit www.meetmeathepub.com. Click here to view photos of their night.

July 24th
Venice Paparazzi has been documenting the work on the Venice Public Art walls on Sunday afternoons or early Monday morning since November 2007 to present. The Venice Public Art Walls are located on the sand in the heart of Venice Beach, west of the bike path between Windward Street to the south and Market Street to the north. The walls are located about a quarter mile north of where Venice Boulevard meets the beach. The Bike Path that runs along the beach will drop you off directly at the Venice Art Walls coming from Santa Monica or from Marina Del Rey. As of June 3, 2007 artists with a valid permit are invited to express themselves and paint on the walls. The area will be open to painting during daylight hours on weekends and City of Los Angeles holidays only. The walls will be closed for painting on weekdays. The walls are managed by ICU Art - In Creative Unity, which is a Venice based arts organization that has been curating the walls since the year 2000. ICU Art - In Creative Unity is a Venice based art organization that has been curating the Venice Art Walls since the year 2000. ICU Art is a protector of the walls and helped to save the walls from destruction in 1999 when the Venice Pavilion structure was torn down as part of the Oceanfront Walk refurbishment. As an advocate for graffiti artist and public art in general, ICU Art has developed a broad-based network of artists and support personnel to work on issues and projects related to various forms of public art. For more information visit www.veniceartwalls.com




July 22nd
The Venice Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Baja Cantina for hosting this month's mixer. About Baja Cantina: Baja Cantina™ Restaurant is an authentic Tropical Mexican restaurant featuring Oaxacan™ salsas and tropical sauces. They have been a local restaurant favorite for over 29 years. Come see why! Fun and Casual, 2 blocks from Famous Venice Beach. Classic Surfboard and Memorabilia Collection. They have great food and better margaritas, so expect to have a good time! Late Night Food Menu Til 1:00 A.M. Seven Days a Week! PROMOTION: Their Lucky Seven Lunch Club. When You Buy Six Lunches Your Seventh Is Free. Ask your server for details. Baja Cantina Restaurant. 311 Washington Blvd. Marina Del Rey, CA 90292, Phone: (310) 821-2252 www.bajacantinavenice.com. Click here to read more.

Thanks to the following raffle prize donors: Hotel Erwin http://www.hotelerwin.com, http://www.bigdaddyandsons.com, http://www.the-boxer-cafe.com, http://www.swissjewelersusa.com, worldpeaceflags.org, Todd Von Hoffman and Baja Cantina. About the Venice Chamber of Commerce: The Venice Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization of local business leaders. Our goals are to promote and protect the local business community, to enhance the image of Venice and to stimulate networking among members ... resulting in growth opportunities for all. If you would like to attend our next mixer and/or donate a prize, please contact Chamber events chair Edizen Stowell at info@venicepaparazzi.com. The mixers are a great way to meet Venice local business owners and entrepreneurs. Don't forget to bring your business cards. Mixers are held on the 4th Wednesday of every month. Find out about the Benefits of joining the Venice Chamber www.venicechamber.net. The next chamber mixer will be at Hotel Erwin, www.hotelerwin.com.

July 19th
07.19.09 CLUB VENICE ROCKS. The Hottest Live Music Go-Go Show every Sunday with the VENICE ROCKS HONEYS Dancers. DJ Lou E. Bagels til 2:00 a.m. Venice Paparazzi switched it up and brought out a white seamless backdrop instead of the red carpet. It was a fun night. Check out Club Venice Rocks every Sunday at the Garter. THE GARTER. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, ca 90291 For band line up visit, www.myspace.com/venicerocks

July 18th
On Saturday, July 18, 2009 Venice Community Housing Corporation hosted the hottest car show on the Westside, the “1st Annual Venice Beach Rides for the Community” Car and Motorcycle Show. Celebrating Venice’s diverse character, event showcased over a hundred vehicles, including vintage, custom, eco, hot rods, muscle cars and motorcycles along Rose Avenue in Venice between Lincoln and Hampton. More than 50 vendors came out and sold everything from car accessories to electric bikes. Over 5,000 people in attendance enjoyed the wonderful food available from all Rose Avenue restaurants, such as Venice Beach Wines and La Cabana, as well as delicious food from a variety of mobile food vendors, including Let’s be Frank 100% grass fed beef hot dogs, Dray’s Bar-B-Que, Calbi Korean Taco Truck and Fishlips Sushi truck. Click here to read more.

 Live entertainment at the event included performances byThe Brotherhood Band—a Westside favorite performing eclectic rock with strong Latin influences; Wailiens—classic rockers with a twist; Insects vs. Robots—a colorful psychedelic rock band, complete with circus performers; The Reflectacles—bluesy folk rock and roll; The Highway Bandits—a classic blues band that set the mood for the day; Venice’s world famous street performers, art cars, and more! Platinum Piston event sponsors included Venice Beach Wines, Al and Ed’s Autosound of Marina del Rey, Enterprise Rent-a-car and The Garage, Inc. Trophies were awarded to the following participants: Joe Gomez—Best Custom Motorcycle. Andrew Hayman—best O.G. Motorcycle. Danny Spirna—Best of 70s. Nick Diaz—Best of 60s. Bob Garacochea—Best of 50s. C.L. Howard—Best of 40s. R.J. Mcdonnald—Best of 30s. Westside Originals—Most Club Participation. Jesse Padilla—Best Muscle Car. Chuck Schauwecker (Rodriguez) -- Best of Show

July 16th
From July 16th-19th, Venice Beach Recreation Center hosted the JUNIOR NATIONAL HANDBALL Championships. About the game: Handball is a competitive game in which either hand or either fist may be used to serve and return the ball. Four-wall handball may be played by two, three or four players. When played by two, it is called singles; when played by three, cutthroat; and when played by four, doubles. The object is to win each rally by serving or returning the ball so the opponent is unable to keep the ball in play. A rally is won when one player is unable to return the opponent's shot to the front wall before it touches the floor twice, or when a player returns the ball so that it hits the floor before striking the front wall. Points are scored only by the serving side when it serves an ace (unreturnable serve) or wins a rally. Click here to read more.

. When the serving side loses one rally in singles or two rallies in doubles, it loses the serve. Losing the serve is called an "out." A match is won by the first side winning two games. The first two games of a match are played to 21 points. In the event each side wins a game, a tie-breaker is played to 11 points. For tournament results, history, rules of the sport and upcoming Southern California handball events, visit http://www.handball.org. To register and compete in a Venice Handball Tournaments, contact Fred Ealey of Venice Recreation and Parks Center at 310-399-2775. Upcoming tournaments include the August 22nd-23rd Pacific Coast Challenge 3 Wall Small Ball Singles Championships and the Sept. 26. - 27th Big Blue Classic 3 Wall Big Ball Doubles Championships.

July 12th
Venice Vintage Motorcycle Rally from 11am - 5pm. 602 Venice Blvd., (@ Abott Kinney Blvd.) Venice Beach, CA 90291 On Sunday July 12…the glorious roar of vintage iron graced the street of Abbot Kinney once again. Whether you drool over Ducati’s or groan for Guzzi’s, your moto appetite should have been satisfied. Led by Brady Walker & Shannon Sweeney, the notorious Venice Vintage Motorcycle Club (VVMC) had another successful rally! A vintage bike procession traveled through the Santa Monica Mountains from 9am to 11am. After there was judging & awards, a photography exhibit, superior barbeque by Uncle Creepo, & a beer garden catered by Big Foot Lodge for all of the thirsty revelers. T-shirts & posters designed by VVMC graphic designer Jeff Verges commemorating the event are still for sale. Sponsors for this event was Nikki’s, Trim Hair Salon, Garage Company & ASTARS. A handmade wallet created by One Too Many was also raffled off. A portion of the proceeds benefited the Boys & Girls Club of Venice. Donations, sponsorship opportunities, & vender inquiries can be directed to Brady Walker: brady_walker@hotmail.com. Event Coverage by Steve Larson www.larsoncreations.com

 


July 12th
The USPTA (United States Paddle Tennis Association) and Venice Beach Recreation and Parks hosted the Men's and Women's Doubles tournament in Venice Beach on July 11-12th, 2009. First place in the open division went to Mark and James and second place to Alex O'Brien and Dan Seton. The highlight of the event for me was meeting Bill Brothers, the man responsible for bringing the 11 Regualtion size paddle tennis courts to Venice Beach. Venice Paparazzi will be interviewing Bill in the future. About Paddle Tennis: The strokes, grips, scoring, and strategy of paddle tennis are the same as tennis. The server, however, is allowed only one underhand serve. In singles, the server must allow the return of serve to bounce once before rushing to the net. Click here to read more.

 Also, the official paddle tennis ball is deadened. It is a regular pressurized tennis ball that has its internal pressure reduced by being punctured (with a hypodermic needle). When the ball is dropped from a height of six feet to the court surface, the bounce should be not less than 31 inches (the height of the net), and not more than 33 inches. The regulation court is 50 feet long by 20 feet wide. The same court is used for singles and doubles; there are no doubles alleys. A minimum of 15 feet backspace and ten feet side space is recommended. For more results, upcoming tournaments and to learn about paddle tennis, visit www.theuspta.com.

July 11th
Event: White Men Can’t Jump 2-on-2 Tournament powered by Nike Hyperize Description: In honor of the iconic film White Men Can’t Jump, an homage to playground basketball that is a staple in every ballplayer’s movie collection, Nike Basketball hosted a 2-on-2 basketball tournament on Saturday, July 11th at the legendary playground courts of Venice Beach. The event featured 64 teams of the best street ballers in Southern California competing in a win-or-go-home, single-elimination bracket organized through Ballers Network for trophies, gear and a $2000 cash prize. There was a vertical jump contest featuring the Hyperize, Nike’s lightest mid-sole basketball shoe ever, and in-between games, players were able to hang out, eat and rest in the Ballers Network players lounge. Nike also released limited edition versions of the new Nike Hyperize inspired by the movie’s two main characters Billy Hoyle and Sidney Deane. Local celebs spotted include www.veniceball.com's Jon, Nick and Johan and City of LA's Mark Antonio Grant.

July 4th
EVENT: 8TH ANNUAL MARINAPALOOZA FESTIVAL. Bands, sponsors, charities & the community got together again for the best summer party of them all! What a great day to be in Venice on 4th of July. After taking photos at the 75th Anniversary of Muscle Beach and Figure and Bodybuilding show, I slowly made my way to the 8th Annual Marinapalooza Festival in Marina Del Rey. It was about 5:30 p.m. when I hit this raging street festival. Corey Phillips band was up on stage energizing the crowds into a frenzy. Dre, of Trim Hair Salon's and the Venice Rock's Honeys', was also on stage singing along with Corey. Wow, this girl is impressive. Anyway, check out the photos of my journey from 19th Steet and the Venice Beach Boardwalk, to Marina Palooza and back. Other locations targeted include the bike path, the Sangria beach party (I caught the tale end of this bash) and Washington Blvd. This day was filled with beautiful people, favorite local bands, sun, beach, dancing, beer, sangria, margaritas, good friends. It was a fun day for the entire family and Venice community. Happy 104th birthday Venice and happy 4th of July. MARINAPALOOZAFESTIVAL.COM is produced by Splinter Group Productions in cooperation with the residents of Catamaran St, local law enforcement, and the music community of Los Angeles. For more info visit www.marinapaloozafestival.com www.myspace.com/marinapaloozafestival.

July 4th
Guess who made it to Hotel Erwin's Hash's grand opening day. Of course, Venice Paparazzi was there to check it out. Hash is Venice's new local breakfast, lunch and dinner spot. It is located inside Hotel Erwin and offers indoor and outdoor dining. The menu offers "from scratch" specialty hashes, Benedict dishes, hotcakes, freshly baked muffins, omelet’s, kick ass coffee and deadly cocktails. Alex and I decided to eat outdoors. I went with oatmeal, because that was what I was feeling that morning and coffee, while Alex stayed true to the roots with an omelets and coffee. The service was fantastic, friendly and fun. Alex really enjoyed his egg white, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, onions and cheddar omelet. I liked my oatmeal, but really how can you go wrong with oatmeal. The morning cocktails looked so inviting that we invited local celebrities Martin Linss and Chell to have one with us. Why not, it was July 4th, and Venice's 104th birthday. I ordered the mimosa; Chell went with the Bellini, while Alex and Martin drank Bloody Marys. We sat on the outside facing Pacific Ave., and surprisingly, thanks to the great work by the Ewin decorating team, the atmosphere was totally calm and peaceful. That morning Alex and I intended to have a quick breakfast. We ended up staying there for two hours. Breakfast at Hash was great. We are definitely coming back to try out the other items on the menu. Other local celebs spotted at Hash were Hotel Erwin's Mark Socol, wife Jessica and daughter Ava. Their rooftop "High" is also on our list of things to check out in Venice. Address: 1697 Pacific Ave. Venice, Ca 90291. For more information 310.452.1111 www.jdvhotels.com

July 4th
ollowing insert taken from www.ironmanmagazine.com. "The 75th Anniversary of Muscle Beach was celebrated at the July 4th, 2009 Mr. & Ms. Muscle Beach Bodybuilding, Figure and Bikini competition. The Title Sponsor MuscleTech was honored to have Acting Mayor Jan Perry along with the 11th District Councilman Bill Rosendahl, and Sophia Pina Cortez from the City of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department present a plaque to the Hall of Fame Inductees who attended the event. The Muscle Beach Venice Bodybuilding Hall of Fame inducted two outstanding individuals. Dr. Bernie Ernst, known for his television show “Body Buddies” and Relna Brewer McRae one of the four original founding members of Santa Monica Muscle Beach were inducted. The audience enjoyed the “Then and Now” entertainment provided by the father and son team of Misha and Ivan depicting the excellent gymnastic routines performed at Santa Monica Muscle Beach in the 1940’s. Jake Sawyer presented a superb bodybuilding posing routine that depicts the “now” of the world renown bodybuilding acclaim of Muscle Beach Venice. Click here to read more.

A number of Hall of Fame Inductees were on hand for the celebration including Bill Grant, Paula Boelsems, Bill Howard, Tony Pearson, John Balik, Gene Mosee and Elaine Hargitay for Mickey Hargitay. A record breaking number of athletes competed at Muscle Beach on July 4, 2009. Our congratulations go to: Kristina Szeles – Overall Women’s Bodybuilding * Daniel Alexander – Overall Novice Men’s Bodybuilding * George Giraldo – Overall Open Men’s Bodybuilding * Elena Andrade – Overall Bikini * Francesca Lucioni – Overall Novice Figure. AND MAKING MUSCLE BEACH HISTORY FOR WINNING BOTH Francesca Lucioni - Overall Open Figure. Congratulations to all athletes who won their classes!!! An Expo of Sponsors from the health and fitness industry including Bodybuilding.com, Iron Man Magazine, Gaspari Nutrition, Eric The Trainer, Big Back Grips, Big Arm Clothing, ProFight Supplements, Herbal Life, Pop Chips, Extreme Boot Camp and Vitamin Water were on hand to provide samples and education to the public. Joe Wheatley Productions would like to thank our judges and support personnel for their dedication to the success of the events at Muscle Beach. For more info www.musclebeachvenice.com"

July 3rd
First Fridays on Abbot Kinney Blvd is the place to go to on the first friday of every month in Venice. This great event offers art openings, live music and in store events. Support and get acquainted with local Venice artists, residents and merchants. The event starts around 6 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. Bars and restaurants are at normal business hours. Come solo or bring your loved ones, family, kids and friends. Admission is free. See you at the next first fridays. For more info www.abbotkinneynow.com.

July 2nd
The Stoked Summer Series at the Air Conditioned Lounge. Event coverage by timonthymurry.com. ZJ Boarding House has teamed up with Indie On The Westside and Air Conditioned Super Club in Venice to bring a great summer series consisting of Music, Film, Art and philanthropy all under one roof. The Concept is simple, bring some of the Surf, Skate, Art, Film and Music community’s most talented artists and friends together for a great cause and a good time. The Summer Series will run every Thursday for 7 weeks from June 25th until through August 13th 2009 (skipping August 6th). The flow for each night is as follows: Doors open at 7:30 with movie premier starting at 8pm. There will be an all ages free admission from 7:30 until end of the film premier. From there it’s 21 and over starting at 9pm with $10 door cover charge. A Raffle will take place after the film followed by a lineup up great bands that will carry out through the night ending with a great DJ. About STOKED Stoked Mentoring- is a non-profit organization for at-risk youth with the mission of developing Successful Teens with Opportunity, Knowledge, Experience, and Determination through the use of action sports, mentoring, and coaching. For more information, please visit www.stoked.org. The STOKED Mentoring Program will be the summer series philanthropic cause. All funds produced through raffles, auctions and other creative efforts will be donated to STOKED. For more info www.stoked.org, myspace.com/diamondlaneent or www.airconditionedbar.com

June 2009 EVENTS

June 27th
Venice, CA – June 2009) Venice Eco-Fest, the Venice Beach Music and Arts Eco-Festival, returned on Saturday June 27, 2009 from 10am-6pm at the Venice Beach Plaza and Recreation area. Participants included: Jane Goodall's “Roots and Shoots,” Giant Peace Doves, the Superbroke Brass, Tin and String Marching Band, Heal the Bay Aquarium children’s group in recyclable costumes, Nomad Cruisers, the Vegan Vixens, Santa Monica 4th of July Parade participants, the Krishna Consciousness chanters, Tree Man, Suzy Williams, Rainbow Pet Spa, California Dance Institute, Santa Monica MoveOn Council, Amaya Belly Dancing Troupe, Carnevale costumed characters, and community organizations such as the Venice Chamber of Commerce and the Venice Neighborhood Council. Another highlight of the Venice Eco-Fest was the solar powered sound stage, with a full program of performers, dignitaries, celebrities and environmental speakers. Hosted by MC and Eco-Fest Producer, Stephen Longfellow Fiske, speakers include Oscar winning actress Anjelica Huston, Councilman Bill Rosendahl and Assemblymember Ted Lieu. There were over 150 eco-conscious and educational exhibitors offering everything from original products and services provided by local Venice artists, craftspeople, and businesses to information about what you can do regarding such issues as global warming, habitat destruction, depletion of resources, and toxic pollution of our air, soil and water. In addition, there was up to date information and exhibits on alternative energy, electric cars, and other environmentally friendly vehicles, as well as a variety of green technological displays, all spreading new ideas that can show us how in our daily lives we can help save energy, money and our planet. Visit www.veniceecofest.com for more information.

June 27th
06.27.09 Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Nick Karno and Hotel Erwin. Nick Karno, Candidate for California State Assembly (District 53), celebrates his 40th Birthday with family and friends in Venice at the new Hotel Erwin. NICK KARNO'S BIO: Nick is running for State Assembly to address the serious environmental issues our State faces, to restore our education system for future generations, to protect our public safety with adequate resources, and to create high-paying jobs by investing in sustainability and the green economy. Nick has been a teacher of bilingual education, is a dedicated environmental activist - having worked with Al Gore to address climate issues, and is currently a prosecutor working with the LA City Attorney's office. For more info, visit www.VOTEKARNO.com. NEW TO VENICE is Hotel Erwin. A mere 200 feet from the sand and overlooking the famous boardwalk in its tattooed, festive splendor, Hotel Erwin is a pure Venice Beach experience. Part art gallery. Part beach house. Part people-watching perch. It is Joie de Vivre’s honor to be part of the Venice Beach community. With it’s new hotel, Hotel Erwin we are proud to open our doors to the locals to hang at HIGH, our rooftop lounge with a 360 degree view and to those traveling abroad! We are sure travelers will enjoy the hotel and location. Whether you’re here on vacation with family, polishing a screenplay or just want to stroll Venice Beach ’s historic canals and alleys with your baby hipsters in town, the Erwin Venice Beach hotel is here for you. Hotel Erwin | 1697 Pacific Avenue, Los Angeles (Venice Beach), CA 90291 | P: 310.452.1111 | Reservations: 800.786.7789 www.jdvhotels.com"

June 24th
06.24.09 Red Light Wednesdays. Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave in Venice Beach California. The delightful burlesque dance group "the Speakeasies" once again have changed up and added new acts to their show. This bar that has been around since 1915 has taken a retro look back to those prohibition days, and has a burlesque show every Wednesday night on 'Red Light Wednesdays'. Townhouse Cocktails - 52 Windward Ave. www.myspace.com/townhousevenice. Event coverage by Steve Larson www.larsoncreations.com

June 24th
The Venice Chamber of Commerce and their guests would like to thank G2 Gallery for hosting this month's Chamber mixer. About G2 Gallery: The G2 Gallery believes in the union between environmental causes and the power of photographic art to change the world. We share this passion with the world’s best photographers, who use their cameras as a tool to inspire conservation. The G2 Gallery - Supporting art and the environment through the eyes of the world’s most celebrated nature and wildlife photographers. The G2 Gallery donates all proceeds from art sales to environmental causes. About the Venice Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is a vital organization of local business leaders. Our goals are to promote and protect the local business community, to enhance the image of Venice and to stimulate networking among members ... resulting in growth opportunities for all. We believe that everyone in Venice should have a voice in making Venice a better place to work and live. If you would like to attend our next mixer and/or donate a prize, please contact Chamber events chair Edizen Stowell at info@venicepaparazzi.com. The mixers are a great way to meet Venice local business owners and entrepreneurs. Don't forget to bring your business cards. Mixers are held on the 4th Wednesday of every month. Visit www.venicechamber.net. The G2 Gallery, 1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd Venice, CA 90291 Phone: 310-452-2842 | Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 11am-9pm & Sunday 11am-7pm. www.theg2gallery.com

June 21st
Following insert taken from kidsworld.com. "Held on June 21 every year, Go Skateboarding Day is the official holiday of skateboarding. It started on June 21, 2003 with a few simple skate sessions and BBQs in skateboarding’s unofficial capital, southern California, as an excuse for skateboarders to make skateboarding their top priority for one full day. It was also meant to be a day for skateboarders to have fun, raise awareness about the issues we face, show the world what skateboarding is really all about, reclaim their culture and define skateboarding as the rebellious, creative celebration of independence it continues to be. In the years since that first celebration, the holiday continues to grow, but the mission remains the same: Have fun, go skateboarding! Go Skateboarding Day was founded by the International Association of Skateboard Companies, who wanted to give pro and amateur skaters the chance to drop everything and get on a skateboard. Today, skateboard retailers, manufacturers, skate parks, distributors, organizations and individuals hold skateboarding events to celebrate the holiday. Skateboarders around the world create their own events and traditions to celebrate skateboarding. You should, too! For more info about Go Skateboarding Day, and to find out what’s happening in your city or town in celebration of the event, visit www.goskateboardingday.org."

June 20th
JUNE 20TH. HANDBALL TOURNAMENT. Big West Shoot-out 3-Wall, Big Ball Singles, Venice Beach Recreation Center, 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach, California. About handball: The Game. Handball is a competitive game in which either hand or either fist may be used to serve and return the ball. Four-wall handball may be played by two, three or four players. When played by two, it is called singles; when played by three, cutthroat; and when played by four, doubles. The objective is to win each rally by serving or returning the ball so the opponent is unable to keep the ball in play. A rally is won when one player is unable to return the opponent's shot to the front wall before it touches the floor twice, or when a player returns the ball so that it hits the floor before striking the front wall. Points are scored only by the serving side when it serves an ace (unreturnable serve) or wins a rally. When the serving side loses one rally in singles or two rallies in doubles, it loses the serve. Losing the serve is called an "out." A match is won by the first side winning two games. The first two games of a match are played to 21 points. In the event each side wins a game, a tie-breaker is played to 11 points. For tournament results, history, rule of the sport and upcoming Southern California handball events, visit www.handball.org. To register and compete in a Venice Handball Tournaments, contact Fred Ealey at 310-399-2775. Upcoming tournaments include July 16th-20th. Jr. Nationals 3 Ball Handball Championships, the Aug. 22nd-23rd. Pacific Coast Challenge 3 Wall Small Ball Singles and the Sept. 26. - 27th Big Blue Classic 3 Wall Big Ball Doubles.

June 19th
NEW TO THE VENICE NIGHT LIFE. Every Friday Night!!! CLUB WATER ON THE BEACH. Hosted by DJ Sweat. Party starts at 9:30pm and goes on till it's over. Join the fun and dance and drink all night long right on the beach. Address: (Inside Sidewalk Cafe on the Venice Beach Boardwalk) 1401 Ocean Walk, Venice, Ca 90291

June 19th
The Venice Yearbook. The best photos selected from Venice events in 2007 & 2008. How fun was it to find yourself and friends amongst the pages of your yearbook? Visit the 2007 & 2008 online Venice Yearbook. Over 700 photos selected from 2007 Venice events by your Venice yearbook committee. Click on this link to go down memory lane and don't forget to post a comment for your family and friends to read.

 

June 15th
HOW COOL! SUMO WRESTLING ON VENICE BEACH! United States amateur sumotori of both genders, all ages, and all weight classifications competed to become the U.S. Champion on June 13th, 2009. About Sumo: The sport of sumo originated in Japan over 1,500 years ago. Although similar to belt-wrestling styles found in other ancient civilizations, sumo began as a form of ritual to the gods, with prayers for an abundant harvest. Throughout the centuries, sumo has evolved from Shinto ceremonies, to warrior combat training, to an entertaining sport for all social classes. Modern sumo exhibits much of this history through its disciplined training, pre-bout rituals, and mutual respect between athletes. The object of sumo is to force your opponent out of the 15-foot ring, or onto the ground. You can push, thrust, trip, or flip your opponent, but punching and kicking are prohibited. A common strategy for controlling your opponent is to grab the mawashi (belt). The simplicity of the rules, combined with the variety of winning techniques, makes sumo an exciting spectator sport. In addition to being Japan's national sport, sumo is growing in popularity around the world. Professional sumo has over 20 foreign wrestlers, while International amateur sumo has participants from over 80 countries. The International Sumo Federation is even recognized by the International Olympic Committee, with hopes of sumo becoming an Olympic sport in 2012. The ancient ideals of respect, honor, and self-improvement make sumo a popular sport among athletes of all cultures. For more information visit www.ussumofederation.org, www.sumodan.com, www.sumoshimpo.com and www.usasumo.com.

June 9th
Tuesday, June 9th. OG TOWN ACOUSTIC NIGHT at World Cafe on Main Street. Hosted by Venice Original's Kaycee. www.worldcafe.com. Acoustic sets by JACK FOLGERS (CAVIAR OF HORNY TOAD) & T-BONE, SOUL CLOUD, JACK MANESS (LONG BEACH DUB ALL STARS), BRAW and TANTRIC THEORY (FEATURING LEWIE OF 17TH STREET RECORDING).

ABOUT: SOUL CLOUD has been a revolving band since 2006. Members have since been mixing up the instrumentation, style and venues to keep a fresh, fun funky vibe to they're sound.

Soul Cloud plays Obrien's every first Sunday of the month.
Cat Club every third Wednesday of the month.
http://www.myspace.com/soulcloudmusic
Venicesoulcloud@gmail.com

BAND LINE UP:  Justin Iannelli- bass/guitar.   Micheal Malerba- guitar
Noelle Furlong- vocals.  Caviar- Drums.   Duke Gadd drums/bass

June 7th
Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Mercede, the entire Mercede's Grille staff and her guests on June 7th, 2009. Congratulations on your 11 years of business. This year's anniversary was Cuban themed. There were Cuban tapas, a nine piece Mambo band, mojitos, sangria, a Cuban dance off and a costume contest. The first place costume contest competitors received a $100 gifit certificate. Local Celebs spotted included the entire staff of Mercede's Grille, Danny Trejo, Break's Magazine Skye and Eugene, Venice Originals' Block, Joey Tran, Lauren, Taylor, Venice Rocks' Nik Roybal, Venice's Mark Lennon, Martin Linss, Chel, Deborah Deras, Firestation 63's Captain Gerald, Gisele, Santa Monica Mirror's Deborah, Venice Concert Series Micheal, Big Red Sun, Julie, Sandy Holl, Tom, Jenny, Tristen and more. Before the festivities began, Breaks' Magazines set up a photo shoot of Mercede and her staff in front of Mercede's Grille. I couldn't resist taking out my camera to take a few shots. Mercede in her red dress and the staff dressed in Cuban attire looked hot. Lastly, I would like to say thank you to videographers Scott Coones and Jill Morley, photographers Johnny Mitchell and James Cooney, host Amy Dewhurst and V.P.'s co-founder Alex Stowell. You guys totally worked the carpet. We received some great reviews on our red carpet service. Also, thank you to Venice Original's Kaycee for making the key chains. For good company, great service, tasty latin fusion cuisine, mojitos and margaritas, visit Mercede's Grille. Mercedes Grille. Breakfast, Caribbean, Cuban, Latin American restaurant. 14 Washington Blvd. (at the beach) Marina Del REy, Ca 90291 www.mercedesgrille.com



14 Washington Boulevard, Marina Del Rey. 310 577-0035 www.mercedesgrille.com

June 6th
Carnevale ! Venice Beach produced by Esquire Jauchem, Miriam More and Brady Walker in association with The Venice Chamber of Commerce took place on Saturday June 6th from Noon till 10:00 pm at the West end of Windward Ave, and Venice Beach. This wonderfully flamboyant festival has been celebrated for the past 7 years and has become a true Venice Beach tradition. It is a perfect match for such an artistic community. It captures the spirit of Venice Beach and is now attracting Californians from all over who want to come join the party. There was a main stage with Live music, DJs, and a Dance area. Some of the artist were Eric Reed & Ufonik, Kathy Leonardo, Wadada Reggae, Sugarbitch and the truly entertaining Mutaytor which combined not only a crowd pleasing pulsing musical show, but also a visual spectacle to include multiple drummers, fire spinners, dancers and pyrotechnic acts as seen at the famed burung man festival. Their primal percussive sounds are known to "mutate" crowds of unsuspecting spectators into participants! This photo and write up by Steve Larson of www.larsoncreations.com

June 5th
June 5th, 2009. Venice Paparazzi, Martin Linss Photography and Kirstography presented "Walk in Portraits" at Trim Hair Salon during First Fridays on Abbot Kinney Blvd. We are putting together the 1st Annual Venice Yearbook. Do you remember your highschool yearbook? How fun was it to find your face amongst the pages of your yearbook. Come be part of it and get your band shots, head shots, family or friend portraits with us. Book your appointment today! Also check back for future "Walk in Portraits" photo shoot locations. YEARBOOK COMMITTEE: Martin Linss (www.martinlinss.com/galleries/), Kisten Levisin (www.kirstography.smugmug.com) and Venice Paparazzi's Edizen. Special thanks to Kelley Baker of Trim Hair Salon for my beautiful brows and make up. Visit www.kelleybakerbrows.com. The photo above taken by Martin Linss.

Do you remember your highschool yearbook? How fun was it to find your face amongst the pages of your yearbook. Come be part of it and get your band shots, head shots, family or friend portraits with us. Book your appointment today! Also check back for future "Walk in Portraits" photo shoot locations.

YEARBOOK COMMITTEE: Martin Linss: http://www.martinlinss.com/galleries/
Kisten Levisin http://kirstography.smugmug.com Edizen Stowell http://www.venicepaparazzi.com

Come be part of the Venice Yearbook! Get your band shots, head shots, family or friend portraits with us. Book your appointment today! Also check back for future photo shoot locations.
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VENICE PAPARAZZI'S EDIZEN'S MAKE UP AND BROWS WAS DONE BY KELLEY BAKER. Thanks Kelley for beautifying me on Friday.

About Kelley Baker: Award winning Arch Artist Kelley Baker is one of the most in-demand brow stylists for young Hollywood and SoCal influencers. Based in Los Angeles, this eyebrow artist has helped shape the faces of celebrities Mandy Moore, Jaime Pressley, and Kelly Rowland for red carpet events and magazine covers. Baker understands the importance of brows and how they affect one's natural beauty. "Eyebrows frame the face and if they're done right, can make anyone look amazing. Correctly groomed brows can give an instant lift and keep a person looking gorgeous without expensive medical treatments."
Citysearch Los Angeles named Baker 2008 Best Eyebrow Shaping Audience Winner. The glowing reviews are well deserved for the "no rush" professional plucker who is known for spending quality time with each client. For the past several years, Baker gave the world's most beautiful women the royal treatment at Damone Roberts, the salon of the legendary "Eyebrow King" who himself handpicked and trained Baker to be his first "Brow Diva."

Since branching out on her own, Baker has been profiled in People, Daily Candy, Casual Living, Allure, and other media. She is happiest creating perfect arches for her loyal and patient (there is a waitlist) customers on the Westside.

Contact Kelley at Trim. in Venice, California. TRIM. 1424 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice, CA 90291
Phone: 424-229-9590 / 310-396-3330 http://www.venicetrim.com Email: KelleyBakerBrows@me.com Website: http://www.kelleybakerbrows.com

Hours: Wednesday 10:00AM - 3:00PM Thursday 12:00AM - 6:00PM Friday 9:30AM - 3:00PM Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Rates: Brow Wax $35 Brow Tint $20 Lash Tint $30 Makeup $125 (includes lashes)

June 5th
Jacob's List presented VENICE BEATZ at the Air Conditioned Lounge on June 5th. Many came out to support local Venice Beach DJ's, DJ Aiden, Karin Bash, Dj Jamesen Re, and Domas. Search for Jacob's List on Facebook for more hot and dirty events. www.airconditionedbar.com

DJ AIDEN is a local Venice DJ that loves to spin the best Deep House and Lounge Music on the West Side. So come out and chill with Beautiful People at a nice joint....See you all there!! Support your Local DJ's.

Karin Bash (MORE & Flylife, Venice)
Karin Bash is a Los Angeles-based DJ who understands the importance of musical variety and how to work a crowd. For over 6 years, she has shared her eclectic sounds with audiences worldwide. Sexy deep house, thumping tech house, driving techno – all key ingredients that she uses to stir into her mixes. She loves house music and rocking a dancefloor. Raised in a family of professional musicians, she has an innate understanding of music, which allows her to pull off such diversity in her sets. To best exemplify how people feel about her music, here's a quote direct from the dance floor: “You can always tell when Karin is on, cuz the whole place is grooving.” Throw in her exuberant stage presence and megawatt smile, and anyone who loves to dance will agree, Karin Bash is a natural who is here to stay. She has been playing lately for Incognito and Joseph’s. Karin has played worldwide at venues in Spain, Montreal, Miami, San Francisco and locally in Los Angeles at Avalon/Honey, Circus Disco, The Standard Downtown, LIbertine and King King.
http://www.djkarinbash.com myspace.com/djkarinbash myspace.com/karinbash

DJ Jamesen Re (Deep Downunder Productions, Venice)
After forging a name for himself as the creator of the legendary "Sunny Side Up" Australia's most influential and respected underground dance party events, the transition from event producer to DJ become a natural progression. Now residing in Santa Monica, California, Jamesen is making waves in the L.A. dance scene with his trademark blend of Deep, Tech House to sublime progressive. Jamesen's focus has always been to deliver cutting edge, quality underground dance music for the musically conscious. His no nonsense approach to programming and mixing has earned him both respect of his peers and House music enthusiasts across globe.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/pages/DJ-Jamesen-Re/41717794430?ref=ts http://www.myspace.com/jamesenre

DJ Domas (House Music & Beyond, Venice) Style: House / Tech House / Techno
Domas was born and raised in Sweden. When he turned 21 he moved away from the cold and rain and headed for warm and sunny California. Domas is currently living in Venice Beach and is enjoying the SoCal lifestyle.
Domas quickly gained traction via his monthly “House Music and Beyond” mixes. His DJ career started less then 2 years ago, but he has already performed at the Winter Music Conference, hosted a show on DI.fm, and closed out for Americas #1 DJ Markus Schultz. Not slowing down anytime soon Domas is now working on his production skills. His mashup “Where are you now Tungsteno?” a mashup of “Tungsteno (Alex Kenji remix)” by Combo and “Where Are You Now (Extended Mix)” by DJ DLG & Erick Morillo is killing it on the dance floor.

Latest promo mixes: http://djdomas.com/2009/03/house-music-and-beyond-miami-promo-mix
(Got played on DI.fm and CitybeatRadio.org) http://djdomas.com/2009/05/house-music-and-beyond-vol-3 (CitybeatRadio.org)
http://DJDomas.com http://HouseMusicAndBeyond.com http://twitter.com/tomas

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Air Conditined Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90291. 9 am - 2 am $10 Cover
For more of Jacob's List. Check him out on Facebook. Search Jacob's list.

May 2009 EVENTS

May 31st
On Sunday, May 31st, Matty and Nik Roybal hosted the BOWLING TOURNAMENT OF DESTINY. There were live peformances by Soccermom and Meet me at the Pub, a $500 cash prize to the winning team, beer, stikes, gutterballs, smiles and a good time. This was a great event that brought out some fun competition between neighbors. AMF Mar Vista Lanes.12126 Venice Blvd. For upcoming Bowling Tournaments and information visit, www.myspace.com/tournamentofdestiny. Sponsors included: Venice Rocks at the Garter. www.myspace.com/venicerocks. Venice Originals www.veniceoriginals.com. Trim, www.venictrim.com. Mercede's Grille www.mercedesgrille.com Black Diamond Tattoos, www.myspace.com/blackdiamondtattoos, Venice Paparazzi and the Tree House.

May 31st
Did you kow that Blankenship Ballet Company of Venice is no longer in Venice? Due to a neighborhood dispute over parking and crowd control, they were forced to move. Now the Vibiana Center in downtown Los Angeles, 210 South Main St. Los Angeles, Ca (in the Old Bank District of Downtown L.A.) is the new home to the Blankenship Ballet Company of Venice. Too bad for Venice, good for downtown! Kirsten Levisen of Kirstography.com covered their recent event "the Cuban Ballet & Dance Extravaganza" on Saturday, May 30, 2009. We miss you Mark, Bertha, Paloma and Raydel. Visit www.blankenshipballet.com for future Blankenship events.

Event coverage by Kirsten Levisen www.kirstography.com 

Here is an article found in www.blogdowntown.com.  Article is written by Jeannine Denholm .  BLANKENSHIP BRINGS SPECTACULAR NIGHT OF BALLET TO VIBIANA.   DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES — Venice may have lost the Blankenship Ballet Company but their loss was Downtown's gain as the company packed Vibiana on Saturday for a spectacular night of dance.  The standing room only crowd watched as dancers tempted the audience with classical, modern and saucy ballet numbers with a Cuban flair. General seating on all four sides just inches from the dance mat on the floor gave a unique perspective to view the dancers in a very intimate way.  There were many times audience members in the front row held their breath during an arabesque that came inches from their faces. Being able to see the dancers feet and straining muscles during certain movements didn't detract from the performance but made it difficult to ignore the difficult choreography.  Dozens of dizzying pirouettes were followed by death defying shoulder lifts so graceful it was hard to believe the dancers weren't performing on a much bigger stage. And the elaborate costumes of feathers, sequins and taffeta shined under the bright historical lights inside Vibiana.   Evenings like these are very important to the growth and image of Downtown. You may be able to see ballet anywhere, but Vibiana is truly the kind of an event space that almost becomes another character in the performance. It was also a wonderful opportunity for hundreds of Angelenos not familiar with Downtown or its changes to see the former church lit up in all its glory.  For more details on the story behind the Blankenship Ballet Company of Venice's move check out the LA Times' recent write-up.

May 30th
Sat., May 30th. Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for the GOODHURT, ENTER THE DRAGON, FREAKBEAT RECORDS AND TIMEWARP MUSIC . Celebs at the Goodhurt included DJ's Tom Chasteen and Boss Harmony, Dub Club, Punky Reggae Party and Jah Faith. Celebs at Timewarp included The Questions, the Living Dolls, Sidewalk Society, Paul Plagens and Nice Guy Eddie. www.goodhurt.net www.timewarpmusic.com

05.30.09 Every Saturday night at the Good Hurt Night Club - Enter the Dragon. Reggae music with DJ's Tom Chasteen and Boss Harmony. Dub Club. Punky Reggae Party. Hosted by Jah Faith.
$10 Cover. $5 before $10 p.m.
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The Good Hurt is west LA's hottest new nightclub, offering a wide range of music 7 nights a week. Ranging from Sunday night Reggae to live Rock, to the latest Techno beats. Our deep red lounge provides the perfect environment to dance, shoot pool and chill. Let our sexy nurses write your prescription for one of our signature drinks, like the Transfusion, and find out the true meaning of a Good Hurt.

GOOD HURT NIGHT CLUB | Prescription Cocktails and Naughty Nurses
12249 Venice Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90066 | 310.390.1076 | coreytrevor@goodhurt.net http://www.goodhurt.net http://www.myspace.com/goodhurt

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Timewarp’s ongoing mission: “We’re striving to bring you the greatest selection of vintage guitars, keyboards, amplifiers, percussion and so much more! We offer professional repair services at a fraction of the cost of our competitors and work hard to make sure that everyone has the chance to express themselves through the art of music.”

TIMEWARP MUSIC | 12255 Venice Blvd Los Angeles CA 90066 | (323) 600-5050 |http://www.timewarpmusic.com
Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm

May 29th
5/29/2009 Every Friday Night!!! Club WATER at the Sidewalk Cafe 1401 Ocean Walk, Venice Beach. Hosted by DJ Sweat. Party starts at 9:30pm and goes on till it's over. Join the fun and dance and drink all night long right on the beach. This week adventure went a little off course as a bunch of us walked Luke Parker over to Nikki's on 72 Market St. Sidewalk Cafe 1401 Ocean Front. Event covered by Steve Larson www.larsoncreations.com







May 27th
5.27.09 Another installment of the Townhouse Cocktail's "Red Light Wednesdays" as the girls dance up a storm of applause with their retro burlesque show. This was from May 27th 2009, join in on the fun next Wednesday. Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave www.myspace.com/townhousevenice. Event coverage by Steven Larson www.larsoncreations.com



May 27th
05.27.09 The Venice Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the Venice Boys and Girls Club for hosting this months Chamber mixer. The Venice Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization of local business leaders. Our goals are to promote and protect the local business community, to enhance the image of Venice and to stimulate networking among members ... resulting in growth opportunities for all. We believe that everyone in Venice should have a voice in making Venice a better place to work and live. ABOUT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB: Boys and Girls Club of Venice's mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. The Club is able to accomplish their mission by providing a safe haven away from negative influences; an ongoing relationship with trained, caring adult role models; constructive, supervised programs that are sensitive to the needs of youth at-risk; guidance and encouragement in educaitonal and career endeavors; postive programs that encourage strong values, self-esteem and a healthy lifestyle; a solid gang prevention and intervention initiative; a vision of life beyond adolescence; facilitation and reinforcement of a postive peer group environment; family support; and measurable outcomes. Support the Boys and Girls Club of Venice.

Support the Boys and Girls Club of Venice.
Boys and Girls Club of Venice | 2232 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, ca 90291 | 310.390.4477 http://www.bgcv.org

Join the Venice Chamber of Commerce.  www.venicechamber.net

May 25th
5. 25.09 JOE WHEATLEY PRODUCTIONS and VENICE BEACH RECREATION CENTER HOSTED BOXING, POWERLIFTING AND FIGURE AND BODYBUILDING COMPETITIONS OVER MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. For more info visit www.musclebeachvenice.com. Event coverage by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen, Larson Creations' Steve Larson and Kirstography's Kirsten Levisen.

Note: FOR ADDITIONAL EVEBT PHOTOS, don't forget to check out Steve Larson of Larson Creations' gallery at http://www.larsoncreations.smugmug.com/gallery/8346058_KQU7H#547155762_KcboF
and Kirstography's gallery (COMING SOON)

EVENT DETAILS – Memorial Day weekend 2009 activities at Venice Beach Recreation Center, a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks facility at 1800 Ocean Front Walk, included powerlifting and bodybuilding competitions, boxing, live music, and more.

The schedule of events was:
• Saturday, May 23: U.S. Powerlifting Federation (USPF) Military National Championship, consisting of the powerlift, bench press, and deadlift. Open to all active, reserve, National Guard, and retired armed forces personnel. The entry fee is $85 per lifter and $35 for additional divisions. Lifting began at 9:00 a.m.
• Sunday, May 24: USPF Muscle Beach Bench Press and Deadlift Championships. The entry fee is $85 per lifter and $35 for additional divisions. Lifting began at 10:00 a.m.
• Sunday, May 24: "Rumble in Venice" amateur boxing from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., with bouts matching members of different military branches, and students from U.S.C. and U.C.L.A.
• Monday, May 25: The Muscle Beach International Classic bodybuilding, figure, and bikini contests, which are open to all amateur athletes. The entry fee is $80. In conjunction with this will be the "Battle of the Branches" Armed Forces Bodybuilding Championships, which is open to all active, reserve, National Guard, and retired armed forces personnel. The entry fee was $80. Prejudging for both competitions was at 10:00 a.m., with the finals at 1:00 p.m. Registration for all events except boxing began at 7:30 a.m. and admission is free.

The U.S Air Force band "Mobility" from Travis Air Force Base in Northern California performed Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The sextet plays rock, jazz, and blues favorites. The Muscle Beach Venice Bodybuilding Hall of Fame inductee was Chet Yorton – Mr. America and Mr. Universe 1966. – Event also included a March Air Reserve Base C-17 flyover, swearing in of recruits, and more Representatives of military branches had recruitment booths and static displays, and vendors from the health and fitness industry will be on hand with information all three days.
For more information visit http://www.musclebeachvenice.com

May 24th
5/24/2009 Rumble in Venice 2009. The Muscle Beach's "Rumble in Venice" was held May 24th, 2009 at the Venice Recreation Center on Ocean Front Walk. The Amateur Boxing 2009 was presented by Pro Fight Supplements. The 2nd annual "Rumble in Venice" amateur Boxing was hosted by Ramon Espada of Espada Boxing Club in association with Joe Wheatley Productions and Venice Beach Recreation Center. There were roughly twenty-five 3-round bouts of amateur boxing including fighters from Espada, USC and UCLA Boxing clubs along with members of the Navy, Marines and Air Force in honor of Memorial Day Weekend. Event coverage by Steve Larson

For more information, visit www.musclebeachvenice.com or visit the Venice Beach Recreation Center. 

1800 Ocean Front Walk.  Venice, CA 90291   310.396.6764.

Event covered by Steve Larson.    www.larsoncreations.com

May 24th
Every Sunday night, Nik Roybal presents VENICE ROCKS @The Garter. Performances by the "VENICE ROCKS HONEY'S" Go-Go Dancers, Live art presentation-spray paint on canvas by local artists and DJ Lou E. Bagels til 2am. Sun. May 24th band line-up included Million Year Soundwave, Purple melon, din Cal, Ironheel and Taxi. THE GARTER. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 www.myspace.com/venicerocks

Sun. May 24, 2009... VENICE ROCKS @The Garter
Doors 6pm.  Drink Specials, The "VENICE ROCKS honey's" Go-Go girls,
Live art presentation-spray paint on canvas by local artists, and DJ Lou E. Bagels til 2amBand line-up... 745-815 Million Year Soundwave.  845-915 Purple Melon  930-10 Din Cal.   1015-11 IRONHEEL
1115-12 TAXI. 
THE GARTER. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, ca 90291 www.myspace.com/venicerocks 
  

May 21st
Venice, CA – (April 28, 2009) – The Venice Media District hosted its Spring 2009 Mixer at epOxyGreen on Thursday, May 21, 2009 from 6-9 p.m. The event revolved around a “green” theme, exploring sustainability and eco-solutions for greening the creative companies of Venice and West Los Angeles. The event featured guest speakers including Stephen Fiske of Venice EcoFest, Deborah Guyer Greene & Sasha King (epOxyGreen) and MiShawn Williams & Isadora Chesler (GLASS). Exhibitors on hand included Venice’s own The Newhouse Group, as well as Pure Green Corp, MonaVie, Green Lofts on Rose and more. Organic wine and food will be provided by Venice Beach Wines, Nomo Farms and Whole Foods Market. www.venicemediadistrict.org

Venice, CA – (April 28, 2009) – The Venice Media District hosted its Spring 2009 Mixer at epOxyGreen on Thursday, May 21, 2009 from 6-9 p.m. The event revolved around a “green” theme, exploring sustainability and eco-solutions for greening the creative companies of Venice and West Los Angeles. The event featured guest speakers including Stephen Fiske of Venice EcoFest, Deborah Guyer Greene & Sasha King (epOxyGreen) and MiShawn Williams & Isadora Chesler (GLASS). Exhibitors on hand included Venice’s own The Newhouse Group, as well as Pure Green Corp, MonaVie, Green Lofts on Rose and more. Organic wine and food will be provided by Venice Beach Wines, Nomo Farms and Whole Foods Market.

Venice Media District Mission:
- To create networking opportunities and business-to-business consciousness.
- To raise awareness of the VMD through city designation and promotion in an effort to attract business and entrepreneurs to the area
- To create a vehicle for non-profits and charities to access the vast creative assets of the VMD
FOR MORE INFO, VISIT http://www.venicemediadistrict.org

The location sponsor was epOxyGreen in Venice:
epOxyGreen offers the highest quality in sustainable building and design products to support both residential and commercial applications, for all budgets. One of our goals is to create an economy of scale, so that these products become more available and affordable to the public. By providing a one-stop-shop for all your green design and construction needs, we can offer both quality and competitive pricing to help achieve your goals; creating a healthy and earth-friendly environment at home and at work. http://www.epoxygreen.com

May 20th
5.16.09 VENICE PAPARAZZI ROLLS OUT THE RED CARPET FOR DARIN AND LOUISE'S 40TH BIRTHDAY & WHITE PARTY EVENT. To Darin and Louise, the family and everyone else at the party. It was a pleasure meeting and a joy taking photos of all of you. Now, please enjoy and re-live your event. To everyone else who wasn't there, boy did you miss out. Till next year!

MAKE YOUR NEXT EVENT TRULY MEMORABLE WITH YOUR OWN PERSONAL PAPARAZZI. Hire Venice Paparazzi to be your event photographer(s). View all our services  www.venicepaparazzi.com/services.php

May 17th
05.17.09 Kaycee Smith's Birthday and Roof Top Party. Event highlights: Hula hoops, dancing and pink tutus. If you missed her party and want to wish her a happy b-day, stop by Venice Originals (Pacific and Windward) www.veniceoriginals.com

Event highlights: Hula hoops, dancing and pink Tutus.
Local celebs spotted include The Sullys, Amy Dewherst, James Cooney, Masao, Tanya, Katie Rose, Jimbo, The Astronaut Rodeos and more.

About Kaycee Smith. Written by Edizen. A girl with a lot of talent and ideas. One of the hardest working promotors and supporters of in Venice. A unique individual with own her sense of style. This month her hair is blue. It is a pleasure to be your friend Kaycee. Visit Kaycee at Venice Originals. www.veniceoriginals.com

May 15th
05.15.09 Westcoast launch party for Bullrun. Party on Abbot Kinney Blvd. What is Bullrun? Amazing cars, dirvers and celebrities from all over the world participate in the invitational Bullrun rally each year. Over 7 days they drive and party across the USA. www.bullrun.com

Friday May, 15th, 2009. PARTY ON ABBOT KINNEY FOR BULLRUN USA.

What is Bullrun?  Amazing cars, dirvers and celebrities from all over the world participate in the invitational Bullrun rally each year. Over 7 days they drive and party across the USA.

BULLRUN USA.   3,000 MILES, 9 CITIES, ONE HELL OF A GOOD TIME... NEW YORT TO AUSTIN, TX. JULY 10TH - JULY 17TH.

1) The Bullrun Rally.
The Bullrun brand originated from the now legendary Bullrun USA car rally. It is the most glamorous and high profile “luxury lifestyle” automotive rally.

Each year up to a 100 cars, driven by celebrities and individuals from around the world, embark on an epic seven-day rolling road-trip, partying in a different city every night.   Bullrun crosses the USA, bringing together a celebrity strewn cast of characters and for an unforgettable adventure, where, the only obligatory goals are to party, drive and enjoy…
Fuelled by an impressive schedule of public and private events at the finest venues and hotels and in the most exciting cities in America, ’Bullrunners’ make their way from one checkpoint to the next, only learning their next destination daily, rocking to a close each night in the party capitals of America. Entry to this event is $20,000. This covers both drivers for accommodations, rally entry and meals and parties for the week of the rally.   This live rally event is filmed for TV in 96 countries outside the United States (See Bullrun TV). The TV show will be in it\'s 6th season in 2009. The title of this TV series is \'Cops, Cars & Superstars\'.

Visit www.bullrun.com  for updates or to apply and for more information e-mail: info@bullrun.com .

May 15th
May 15th. FRIDAYS ON WESTMINSTER SQUARE. Brought to you by James and Nina Merced of the Fruit Gallery. On Friday May 15th, the Fruit Gallery presented "A Night on Westminster.” An event for the neighborhood to mix, mingle, enjoy live music and take advantage of the awsome Westminster Square Food Court staying open late and offering free snacks. Location: Westminster Avenue (Between Speedway and Ocean Front Walk).

On Friday May 15th, the Fruit Gallery presented "A Night on Westminster.” An event for the neighborhood to mix, mingle, enjoy live music and take advantage of the awsome Westminster Square Food Court staying open late and offering free snacks. Location: Westminster Avenue (Between Speedway and Ocean Front Walk)

Visit James and Nina Merced at the Fruit Gallery. Fruit Gallery serves up fresh juices and smoothies, along with salads, wraps and a variety of healthful bottled drinks (think Kombucha) for take-out.
FRUIT GALLERY - VENICE. The Greatest Wealth is Health" 1 Westminster Ave. Venice, CA 90291. Contact Information: Nina and James Merced, Fruit Gallery fruitgallery@yahoo.com     310-452-3034

May 15th
May 15th. JACOBS LIST PRESENTED--> BEAT STREET @ AC SUPPER CLUB! Who was there: DJ VAL SCINTO, DAVE HUGHES, and DJ DAYHOTA along with a special performance by ArcheDream for HUMANKIND. Air Conditioned Lounge. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca. 310-230-5343 www.airconditionedlounge.com FOR MORE EVENTS, SIGN UP FOR JACOB'S LIST ON FACEBOOK.

Event Name: JACOBS LIST PRESENTS--> BEAT STREET @ AC SUPPER CLUB!!!
Who was there: DJ VAL SCINTO, DAVE HUGHES, and DJ DAYHOTA along with a special performance by ArcheDream for HUMANKIND.
Local celebrities spotted: Debi Nevil, Diana, Roger, Jacob, Maria Flagg, DJ Ora and more.
Highlights of the night: Black Light Dancers from ArcheDream of Humankind and Brett's, Natelie's and Brad's birthday celebration. Happy birthday! The chocolate muffins with the white icing were delicious.

Air Conditined Supper Club. 625 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90291. 9 am - 2 am $10 Cover
For more of Jacob's List.   Check him out on Facebook.  Search Jacob's list.

May 8th
05.08.09 The Dirt Bomb Party hosted by Jacobs List at the Air Conditioned Bar. V.P rates this event 5 stars. Promotor Jacob of Jacob's List sent me this invite which enticed me to go and check out this high energy, calorie burning, and truly fun and fantasic event. "DJ Ora, Dj Jamesen Re, and Eric Jag will be dropping the Dirt Bomb on Venice. The last party we threw on March 13th at AC Supper Club was epic. This Friday is going to be even Dirtier!!!" I went and yes it was dirty! I would recommend everyone to check out this Friday, May 15th's event at the Air Conditioned Lounge. www.airconditionedlounge.com

Event Name: The Dirt Bomb Party hosted by Jacobs List
V.P rates this event 5 stars. Promotor Jacob of Jacob's list sent me this invite which enticed me to go check out this high energy, calorie burning, and truly fun and fantasic event. "DJ Ora, Dj Jamesen Re, and Eric Jag will be dropping the Dirt Bomb on Venice. The last party we threw on March 13th at AC Supper Club was epic. This Friday is going to be even Dirtier!!!" I went and yes it was dirty! I would recommend everyone to check out this Friday, May 15th's event at the Air Conditioned Lounge. For more details http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=78533694709#/event.php?sid=e06a82d88dc06ce57a409443f2b78e8c&eid=96225529902&ref=search

Who was there: DJ Ora, Dj Jamesen Re, Eric Jag, and ArcheDream for Humankind
Local celebrities spotted: Debi Nevil, Diana, Roger, Jacob, Maria, DJ Ora, Foofie, Shadi
Highlights of the event: Black Light Dancers from ArcheDream of Humankind

May 3rd
05.03.09 Venice Arts Council Endangered Art Fund. Champagne Brunch Honoring Donors for the JAYA Mural Restoration Project. www.veniceartscouncil.org

Entertainment: Shoeflies with Special Guest, Suzy Williams
Champagne Brunch by Whole Foods Market
SPEAKERS: Suzanne Thompson - Chair, Endangered Art Fund, Councilman Bill Rosendahl - CD 11, Paul Racs - Director, Office of community Beautification, Linda Lucks - President, Board of Neighborhood Commissioners and Vice President Venice Neighborhood Council, Jonathan Zeichner- Vice Chair, Abbot Kinney District Association, Don Geagan -Community Activitst, Grace Godlin- President, Voice of the Canals, Steve Clare, Executive Director, Venice Community Housing Corporation, Emily Winters- Artist and Chair of Venice Arts Council.
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JAYA MURAL SAGA 1975-2008  By Emily Winters and maryjane
In March 1974, Judy Baca of the City Wide Mural Project approached Jaya (Sanskrit for non-violent Revolution/peace/victory), an active, uppity Women Artists Collective, to create a mural about the Venice Canals community and its struggle to survive the intrusion of profiteers. Open public tedious meetings and hearings for this mural were held over a period of fifteen months. This included gathering permission from the building owner, the community and their input for the mural visuals. Jaya member, Emily Winters, volunteered to facilitate their ideas into actual design. Emily Winters first submitted design was turned down by the community for being too ‘sad’. They wished to portray the contrast of the canal people who had a love and zest for harmonious living with the intrusion of profiteers, those who didn’t have a clue about life’s realities and the importance of ‘quality of life.’  With this in mind, Winters designed a second concept, this time to the wall’s actual dimensions, and incorporated its architectural irregularities and idiosyncrasies. It was unanimously approved at more multiple tedious meetings and hearings.  Prior to this mural, the walls of the building were covered with graffiti expressing the despair with the then existing metro-squad/police abuses. The community demanded that the graffiti “Stop the Pig”, (then a term of empowerment), be included in the mural design.  The mural now known as the Jaya Mural, depicts the sterile white Marina trying to destroy our beautiful and colorful life in the canals. The People’s Park which we built is the focal point showing daily canal life: the arts, farming, fishing, families of four generations; the general supportiveness of a community and the migratory birds. The house being illegally bulldozed symbolized all our homes being destroyed, and was based on a true incident about Sadie Hayes and her home. The ten protesters of that bulldozing stood the line, and were joined by the driver of the bulldozer in support of their action. Needless to say, all were arrested and taken to the hoosegow (jail), later released on their own recognizance.  After many months and with many volunteers, the mural was finished. Upon completion, a few residents protested “Stop the Pig” on the grounds that it was demeaning to our police force. However, they did not complain about the other side of the building which was covered with much stronger and demeaning graffiti commentary. Many tedious hearings again ensued to try and censor this important community statement of “Stop the Pig”. First amendment rights prevailed and despite the picketers objecting to “stop the pig”; the mural was dedicated November 8, 1975. At the end of 1976, the Jaya Collective disbanded.   In March of 1981, for some mysterious fit of passion from a strange unknown brain, a crew of unnamed profiteers arrived at the mural site, very early in the am., and white washed the whole mural. The on-going community-never-failing-network got word out and immediately appeared, en masse, with battle gear of water hoses, brooms and brushes, washing the paint away before it could dry.  The following morning, once again very early in the am, the profiteers again arrived in ski masks with police escorts and the oil based paints, sprayed the entire mural with thick green paint. And again, canalers arrived en masse prepared for battle with paint thinner, rags, ladders, brooms and brushes and scrubbed it all off. A greenish residue remained though, especially on the area of the sterile white Marina.  In late 1996, SPARC hoped to refurbish this mural as part of their 20th Anniversary celebration. Unsuccessful attempts at restoration had been made in the past, but permission was not obtained, even though the community had been requesting it since the 1981 paint out. Finally, due to the remarkable gifts of persuasion of a caring community member, permission was granted and restoration was realized by February 1997, resulting in a joyous sigh all around us.  Many people volunteered at various times in 1975, but a core quartet of Jaya members did the everyday. Astonishingly and totally by chance, the same quartet gathered and achieved this 1997 mural restoration, 22 years later: Jaya members Emily Winters, artist, activist; Judith Foster, activist; maryjane, artist, activist and Don Unzicker artist and honorary Jaya member.  The “Spirit of Venice Award,” was awarded to Emily Winters in September 1997 for the refurbishment of this mural by the Abbot Kinney Festival.  Then in 2006, the Jaya mural was so badly tagged that the property owner was going to have the mural painted out unless the tagging was removed. The mural was also in need of major restoration. The Venice Arts Council founded the Endangered Art Fund which selected this mural as their first public art restoration project. Through the wonderful love, support and generosity of the Venice Community, and the City of Los Angeles, the mural was restored in 2008 by Emily Winters and Nathan Zakheim Associates.  The caring and diligence of the Venice community that has kept this mural alive for 39 years! A more detailed description can be read in “A Seashore Memoir” by maryjane, pages 65-67.   Images of the Jaya mural restoration and Channel 4 TV news coverage are available on YouTube or at www.veniceartscouncil.org.  The Jaya Mural is located at 316 South Venice Boulevard at Dell Avenue in Venice.
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ABOUT:  The Venice Arts Council is fiscally sponsored by the Venice Community Housing Corporation, a 501C3 Tax Exempt Organization.  The Venice Arts Council is, in the largest sense, an extended network of individuals with a stake in our Community Arts. Venice has a lot of wonderful artists and art organizations and we try to work with and for them all. We have been restoring Murals, and plan to restore other public art in Venice like the Poetry Walls. We are often out on the street for the Art Festivals so come by and talk to us. We help other community organizations with donations, fundraising and in kind services. Our direct involvement builds community. Think global, act local. ART=LIFE=ART.  For more information on the VENICE ARTS COUNCIL, visit www.veniceartscouncil.org.   Contact: Emily Winters - Venice Arts Council, Chair Email: emilywinters@verizon.net  Phone: 310-306-7372.  Suzanne Thompson - Endangered Art Fund, Chair Email: sthompson007@ca.rr.com

May 1st
05.01.09 Pre-party for the Venice Garden and Home Tour. The Venice Garden and Home Tour is an annual event in Venice, California that showcases unusual and delightful homes and gardens that exemplify the creative and original style of their owners, as well as the talents of local designers. www.venicegardentour.org.

EVENT: VENICE GARDEN AND HOME TOUR PRE-PARTY.
LOCATION: ROOF TOP PARTY ON THE VENICE BEACH BOARDWALK.
WHO WAS THERE: THE ORGANIZERS, VOLUNTEERS, SPONSORS AND HOSTS OF THE VENICE GARDEN AND HOME TOUR.
HIGHLIGHTS: THE VIEW OF VENICE BEACH. THE FOOD & WINE. Sponsored by Joe's Restaurant, Whole Foods, Gourmet Market, Fruit Gallery, Venice Beach Wines.

ABOUT:
The Venice Garden and Home Tour is an annual event in Venice, California that showcases unusual and delightful homes and gardens that exemplify the creative and original style of their owners, as well as the talents of local designers.

The tour was conceived by Venice landscape designer Jay Griffith and Venice community leaders Linda Lucks and Jan Brilliot as a fundraising event to benefit the Neighborhood Youth Association's Las Doradas Children's Center. NYA was founded in 1906 by the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and has enhanced the lives of thousands of "at risk" children. For more info, visit http://www.venicegardentour.org
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Founded in 1906 by the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, the Neighborhood Youth Association (NYA) has been a non-sectarian non-profit, serving low-income, troubled youth and families. Having worked with high-risk youth in past years, NYA has redirected its program to address education as the key to an individual's success.

Neighborhood Youth Association's facility located in Mar Vista offers after-school enrichment activities for elementary, middle and high school students. Our Venice site, Las Doradas Children's Center, is a licensed pre-school for 2 to 5 year-olds, with a capacity of 36 children. For more info, visit  http://www.nyayouth.org/about_nya.asp

April 2009 EVENTS

April 30th
04.30.09 La Cabana's Facebook “First 50 Members” VIP Margarita Party." There were free flowing Margaritas, delicious appetizers, free giveaways and more. Salud!" Open until 3AM! While other restaurants are closing up around 10PM – La Cabana is just getting started! 738 Rose Ave., Venice, CA 90291 | 310-392-7973 | www.lacabanavenice.com. Click on the arrow to the right to view other recent events covered.

This is the message I received via Facebook.
"Carlos invited you to "La Cabana- Facebook “First 50 Members” VIP Margarita Party" on Thursday, April 30 at 7:00pm." At last! As promised the La Cabana/Facebook "First 50" members VIP Margarita party is about to happen. Free flowing Margaritas and delicious appetizers. Salud!"

I am going to say this again, "I LOVE FACEBOOK!" Since joining this social network I have rekindled old relationships as far back as grade 5. Now a days it seems like everyone is on Facebook. Are you? If yes, join Venice Paparazzi's Facebook page by searcing Edizen Venice. Don't forget to join La Cabana's group on facebook.

ABOUT FACEBOOK: Insert from CNN website
Are you on Facebook yet? The site is up to 60 million users so far, with a projection of 200 million by the end of the year. If you're not on Facebook, here's how it works: you set up a profile page with details about yourself and then decide who gets to see it. Friends use their pages to share personal news, exchange photos, team up on political causes, or just play long-distance Scrabble. It can be a useful tool or an addictive waste of time. Either way, Facebook is having a dramatic impact on the World Wide Web and it's estimated to be worth $15 billion. For more on this story click, http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/10/60minutes/main3697442.shtml

A little history on La Cabana's Facebook page:
Loca Venice resident, Ryan Thompson unsolicitely started La Cabana's facebook page. He started it because he loves La Cabana. La Cabana owner Carlos L. Haro found this page, was stoked and said let's have party. So enjoy the following photos below.

About La Cabana:
Since 1963, La Cabaña in Venice, CA has been serving excellent Mexican Food - a genuine taste of Mexico. A señorita pats out thick hand-made tortillas on a brick-layered fireplace and a festive guitar trio takes you back to the pueblos of Mexico. Open until 3AM! While other restaurants are closing up around 10PM – La Cabana is just getting started!

738 Rose Ave., Venice, CA 90291 | 310-392-7973 | www.lacabanavenice.com

April 29th
04.29.09 MEET THE ROTARY CLUB OF VENICE. The mission of Rotary International, a worldwide association of Rotary clubs, is to provide service to others, to promote high ethical standards, and to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders. EVENT AT JAMES' BEACH. www.rotary.org.

A message from the Venice Rotary Club President Don Cultan,
Welcome to the Rotary Club of Venice. We have gone back to our roots. The Venice Club was chartered in l942, changed its name to Venice-Marina, and has now been reborn as the "New" Venice Rotary. What does this mean? It means that the membership recognizes that Venice is a community that is a unique entity, known worldwide as that eccentric part of Los Angeles with its own character. The "New" Venice Rotary is committted to serving that community. Venice began when dreamer, entrepreneur, developer Abbott Kinney returned from Italy and put his energy into "Venice of America." He created a town of canals, businesses, homes, planned it with an eye on high culture, opera, classical orchestras. It did not turn out quite as he had planned. Today it has its history firmly in place, is home to a diverse population, million dollar homes, the Boardwalk, hip boutiques, first class restaurants, young professionals, senior citizens, world class body builders, and the homeless, or near homeless living in aging motorhomes or vans. When our club partnered with other community activists for "Feed the Beach" on Thanksgiving Day, club members could see that much needs to be done yet in Venice. We are sure that among the more successful citizens of the community are many who in their daily lives practice "Service Above Self". So, let's find them, see who is interested in joining forces with the 1.2 million member Rotary International. We do not have to be told that there is strength in numbers. A good Rotarian is one who wants to help, to serve, and recognizes that she or he can use some assistance in doing good for others. The "New" Venice Rotary is now, also, a morning club. Busy professionals, successful business leaders, have a hard time carving several hours out of the middle of the day for lunch weekly. There are fewer excuses if we are gathering for breakfast at 7:30 A.M. So, folks, fellow Rotarians, the task in front of us is to find those potential Rotarians, invite them to breakfast, see if they fit. Let's work on recruiting the class of Spring '09. I will see you Thursday, bright and early at the Firehouse Restaurant and Bar--in the bar. - Don Cultan.
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Welcome to the Rotary Club of Venice!
Rotary Club of Venice meets every Thursdays at 7:30 AM at The Firehouse Restaurant 213 Rose Ave. Venice, CA 90291

The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster:
FIRST. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service;
SECOND. High ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
THIRD. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
FOURTH. The advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
Avenues of Service.  Based on the Object of Rotary, the Avenues of Service are Rotary’s philosophical cornerstone and the foundation on which club activity is based:

Club Service focuses on strengthening fellowship and ensuring the effective functioning of the club.
Vocational Service encourages Rotarians to serve others through their vocations and to practice high ethical standards.
Community Service covers the projects and activities the club undertakes to improve life in its community.
International Service encompasses actions taken to expand Rotary’s humanitarian reach around the globe and to promote world understanding and peace.
The Four-Way Test:
The test, which has been translated into more than 100 languages, asks the following questions:
Of the things we think, say or do Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

The mission of Rotary International, a worldwide association of Rotary clubs, is to provide service to others, to promote high ethical standards, and to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.
For more information or to join the Rotary Club of Venice visithttp://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/Home/homeD.asp?cid=2545

April 29th
4.29.09 A WEDNESDAY NIGHT IN VENICE. HAPPY HOUR AT THE CANAL CLUB AND THEN RED LIGHT SPECIALS AND THE SPEAKEASIES AT THE TOWNHOUSE. www.canalclubvenice.com www.myspace.com/townhousevenice. Click on the arrow to the right to view other recent events covered.

First stop: HAPPY HOUR AT THE CANAL CLUB. Local celebrities spotted: Trim Hair Salon's Nik Roybal, Venice Originals' Kaycee, Danny's Venice's Katie Rose, Yo Venice's Keri and Bret, Christopher Hawley, Barbara Longsdale and more.

Canal Club Happy Hour! Sunday - Wednesday 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE Thursday - Saturday 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Burger & A Bottle Sunday : Share a bottle of wine at 1/2 price and enjoy $9.95 C.A.B. Burgers off the Wood Grill Slider Monday: Sliders for just $2.50 and 1/2 off draft beer - 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE
Taco Tuesday: Turkey Tacos for $2.50 and 1/2 price margaritas - 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE
Sake To Me Wednesday: 1/2 price on all sake - 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE Tropical Thursday: 1/2 price on mojitos, mai tais & pina coladas AND $5 Tropical Sundaes 5pm to Close

CANAL CLUB 2025 Pacific Ave. Venice, CA 90291 Phone: 310.823.3878 http://www.canalclubvenice.com

2ND STOP: The Townhouse for the red light specials and Del Monte Speakeasies. Every wednesday night, this high energy and sexy show starts at 10:30 p.m. You have to check it out. Malie and the girls show's get better and better everytime I come in to see them. Local Celebrites spotted at this event include Reed Lucas, Rod, Nikki's GM Shannon, Chelsey and more.

Townhouse Venice is open day and night. THURS - SUN, 10p - 2am: Live DJ. EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE TOWNHOUSE. The Del Monte Speakeasies and drink specials all night! THURSDAY NIGHTS: Cock Rock with DJ Anthony Valadez. Air guitar required. FRIDAY: DJ Bouji
SATURDAY: DJ Lou E Bagels. SUNDAY: DJ Osamu- dub tropical acid.

52 Windward Ave. Venice, Ca 90291 http://www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

April 27th
4.25.09 Layla's birthday bash-luau on the beach. Food, friends, non alcoholic beverages, bean bag toss, frisbee and more. Visit Layla at the Townhouse. 52 Windward Ave. www.myspace.com/townhousevenice. To view other recent events covered click on the arrow to the right.

This was such a fun event. Food, non-alcoholic beverages, hoola hoops, bean bag toss, macroni and cheese, bean salad,  vollyball, sun bathing, playing football and hanging on the beach in Venice on a beautiful sunny day.  Happy times, great people and friends.  Lastly, it was great shooting you guys all in the day light.  Normally, I'm shooting you guys at night and in the bars.   Let's do it again.  Who's celebrating their birthday next?


If you missed her birthday Layla can be found bartending or doing her GM mangerial duties at the Townhouse.  The Townhouse Venice is open day and night. 



THURS - SUN, 10p - 2am: Live DJ. 
EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE TOWNHOUSE.   Red Light Specials and the Del Monte Speakeasies and drink specials all night!
THURSDAY: Cock Rock with DJ Anthony Valadez. Air guitar required.   FRIDAY: DJ Bouji
SATURDAY: DJ Lou E Bagels
SUNDAY: DJ Osamu- dub tropical acid

Townhouse  |     52 Windward Avenue (West of Pacific), Venice, CA 90291   |     (310) 392-4040    www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

April 27th
04.27.09 Gold's Gym Launch Party of Cardio Workout. This was an exclusive event for the Venice community to celebrate the launch of the new Gold’s Gym®: Cardio Workout for Wii™. ALSO, TODAY AT GOLD'S GYM (04.29.09)...STEP INTO THE WORLD OF GROUP EXERCISE. FREE CLASSES AND PRIZES. Address: 360 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291 | 310-392-6004 | www.goldsgym.com/veniceca | Click on the arrow below to view other recent events coverd.

This was an exclusive event for the Venice community to celebrate the launch of the new Gold’s Gym®: Cardio Workout for Wii™.  The Balance Board-compatible game delivers a personal-training experience, pushing you through a routine of fun exercises that includes sit-ups, cardio boxing, running, and more. Special appearance by female gaming force, the FRAG DOLLS! www.fragdolls.com, Rick Fox, Ernie Banks, Steve Austin, Lou Ferrigno, Ray Liotta and more.

ABOUT GOLD'S GYM:
Welcome to “The Mecca” – we are the original, the place where it all began. More than 40 years ago, Joe Gold opened a modest fitness center in Venice Beach, California and began a tradition of commitment, passion and dedication that is now practiced at more than 600 locations across the globe. Our gyms are built to help people realize their goals and find their inner strength. We combine the most diverse amenities in the industry with the best personal training to deliver the ultimate fitness experience. At Gold’s Gym you’ll find all of the latest cardio and strength training equipment along with a dynamic group exercise program that includes classes like yoga, group cycling, mixed martial arts, muscle endurance training and pilates. Most importantly, you’ll find an energetic, supportive environment full of all kinds of people who are committed to achieving their goals. Our global staff of personal trainers and group exercise instructors is the best in the business – period. Whether it is a mom looking to get in shape after having a child, a marathon runner training for his or her next race or a Hollywood star training for their next action movie,– we leverage over 40 years of fitness experience to create personalized fitness programs that help our members realize their potential. As our staff and members can tell you, when you put on a Gold’s Gym t-shirt, it means something special. It’s not street cred... it’s strength cred. You become part of a tradition of commitment and excellence that spans more than 30 countries, 40 states and has helped millions accomplish their dreams. Today more than ever, people are looking for strength. Whether it’s the strength to be a better parent, the strength to overcome diabetes or the strength to be a better athlete… strength comes in many forms. At Gold’s Gym, we recognize that everyone has their own strength… our job for over 40 years has been to help them find it.

Gold’s Gym... Know Your Own Strength.™
Gold's Gym Venice Beach. | 360 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291 | 310-392-6004 | venice@goldsgym.com | www.goldsgym.com/veniceca

Hours: Monday thru Friday (4am-Midnight) Saturday (5am-11pm) Sunday (5am-11pm)

April 25th
04.22.09 Venice Chamber of Commerce Mixer at Control Printing. Control Printing one of the oldest true print shops left in the area. They use the latest equipment and good old fashion know how. 12952 W. Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90066. www.control-printing.com. www.venicechamber.net. Click on the arrow to the right to view other past events.

About the Venice Chamber of Commerce:
The Venice Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization of local business leaders. Our goals are to promote and protect the local business community, to enhance the image of Venice and to stimulate networking among members ... resulting in growth opportunities for all. We believe that everyone in Venice should have a voice in making Venice a better place to work and live.

Find out about the Benefits of joining the Venice Chamber.   http://venicechamber.net/ben.html
Join now! Click Here to download a PDF Membership Application.    http://venicechamber.net/app.html
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Address: 12952 W. Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90066
Mon-Fri 9:30am to 6pm
Tel: 310 827-7468 Fax 310 827-2784     E-mail: print@control-printing.com   Website:  www.control-printing.com
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Venice Chamber of Commerce would also like to say thank you to all our raffle prize donors. Raffle Prize Information:
Tony P’s Dockside Grille . Tony Palermo http://www.tonyps.com
Sidewalk Café. Jay Goodfader & Steve Heuman. http://www.thesidewalkcafe.com
Rainbow Acres Natural Foods Erin and Howard Pallack. -
Solace. 1108 Abbot Kinney Boulevard,Venice,CA - Denise Ruttman
Rabbit Kinney. www.Rabbit Kinney.com Jean Kim
Control Printing. Alex and Nadine Rosales http://www.control-printing.net
Venice Art Walk tickets- Venice Arts. http://www.venicefamilyclinic.org
Stuart H. Garber, D.C., Ph.D. Dr. Garber's Natural Solutions® http://www.drgarbers.com drgarbersblog.com
Pacific Resident Theatre. http://www.pacificresidenttheatre.com
Joan Del Monte and Kathy Owens.http://www.joandelmonte.com (book)

If you would like to attend our next mixer and/or donate a prize, please contact Chamber events chair Edizen Stowell at info@venicepaparazzi.com. The mixers are a great way to meet Venice local business owners and entrepreneurs. Don't forget to bring your business cards. Mixers are held on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

April 24th
Sidewalk Cafe at 1401 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach now has an after hours party "Water" with DJ Sweat. Every Friday night starting at 9:30 p.m. www.thesidewalkcafe.com Event Coverage by Steve Larson.

EVENT:  Water - Sidewalk Cafe After Hours.  Event coverage by Steve Larson. 

4/24/2009   Sidewalk Cafe at 1401 Ocean Front,

April 22nd
EVERY WEDNESDAY AT THE TOWNHOUSE. Red Light Specials and the Speakeasies. 52 Windward Ave. www.mspace.com/townhousevenice. Event coverage by Steve Larson. Click on the arrow to the right to view other recent events covered.

Red Light Wednesdays - April 22nd 2009.  The delightful burlesque dance group the Speakeasies that are featured at Townhouse Cocktails Tavern in Venice Beach California. The Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave was established back in 1915 has a long legacy that includes having the 'Doors' lead singer Jim Morrison being kicked out of. These days the bar is taking a retro look back to those prohibition days and has a burlesque show every Wednesday night on 'Red Light Wednesdays.   Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave  www.myspace.com/townhousevenice   Event coverage by Steven Larson  www.larsoncreations.com 

April 20th
THE BRICKHOUSE KITCHEN PRESENTS "CLASSIC SUNDAYS" EVERY SUNDAY FROM 12 - 4 P.M. ALL CLASSIC ROCK VINYL SET BY DJ LOU E BAGELS. Click on arrow to the right for other recent events covered.

THE BRICKHOUSE KITCHEN PRESENTS "CLASSIC SUNDAYS" EVERY SUNDAY FROM 12 - 4 P.M. ALL CLASSIC ROCK VINYL SET BY DJ LOU E BAGELS. LIVE MUSIC, GREAT FOOD AND GOOD COMPANY. BREAKFAST AND LUNCH SERVED TILL 4 P.M.

About the Brickhouse Kitchen:  The Brickhouse Kitchen is the coolest little artist cafe and daytime joint in Venice. The neighborhood hang. The scene away from the scene. A place to relax and enjoy a hot meal and friendly chat with your people.We serve up a prolific menu of treats and eats, from delicious pancakes and breakfast fare to chicken and pasta dishes to specialty soups and salads. Try our delicious Texas-style Chili con Queso, or one of our tasty smoothies.  They serve GROUNDWORK coffee and offer full espresso bar service.    EVENTS:  DJ Lou E Bagels spins every Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to close.  Come celebrate summer withus and some classic tunes...on vinyl!     Also,  check out the Brickhouse EVERY FIRST FRIDAYS. 

Price Range: $$       Accepts Credit Cards: Yes       Parking: Street       Attire: Casual :     Yes Catering and Delivery Available Yes       Waiter Service:  Yes        Wheelchair Accessible: Yes         Outdoor Seating: Yes              Good for: Breakfast                      Alcohol: None

BRICKHOUSE HOURS:
Mon: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./Closed
Tues-Fri: 8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m./ 5:30 -9:00 p.m.
Sat: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. / 5:30 -9:30 p.m.
Sun: 8:00a.m.-4:00 p.m./ Closed
Delivery: Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

826 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291. (310) 581-1639 Venice, CA 90291
FOR MORE INFO:  www.myspace.com/brickhousekitchen

April 20th
3rd Annual Boys and Girls Club of Venice Celebrity Golf Invitational and Auction Tournament. Click on the arrow to the right to view other events covered.

3rd Annual Boys and Girls Club of Venice Celebrity Golf Invitational and Auction Tournament. Presented by Tradewinds Global Investors co-hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of Malibu. Event co-chairs former NFL great Toi Cook and Barak Vaughn. Proceeds to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Venice and Malibu Teen Centers

ABOUT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB: Boys and Girls Club of Venice's mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. The Club is able to accomplish their mission by providing a safe haven away from negative influences; an ongoing relationship with trained, caring adult role models; constructive, supervised programs that are sensitive to the needs of youth at-risk; guidance and encouragement in educaitonal and career endeavors; postive programs that encourage strong values, self-esteem and a healthy lifestyle; a solid gang prevention and intervention initiative; a vision of life beyond adolescence; facilitation and reinforcement of a postive peer group environment; family support; and measurable outcomes. Support the Boys and Girls Club of Venice.
Boys and Girls Club of Venice | 2232 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, ca 90291 | 310.390.4477 |http://www.bgcv.org

April 19th
04.19.09 The Notorious VVMC presents Venice Vintage Motorcycle Rally. Vintage Bikes, Live Music, Food, Drinks, Motorcycle Art and more. Proceeds go to the Boys and Girls Club of Venice. Click on the arrow to the right for other past Venice events.


Here is the description that tempted me to come out and shoot this event.  Okay, I also wanted to support Brady Walker and Shannon Sweeney on their first Venice Vintage Motorcycle Rally. 

Summer’s almost here and what better way to celebrate a sunny Sunday than with good friends, music…and BIKES! Vintage visionaries Brady Walker & Shannon Sweeney have teamed up with the Stronghold on Abbot Kinney Blvd. to bring you this free local event. If you have a vintage bike, bring it down! If you have a modern bike, you’re welcome too! Food, drink, music, artwork, & a raffle with proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Venice.

If you missed this event, don't worry, word has it they are trying to make this an every 3rd Sunday of a month event.  For more info:  brady_walker@hotmail.com     shannonmsweeney@hotmail.com 

ABOUT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB:  Boys and Girls Club of Venice's mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. The Club is able to accomplish their mission by providing a safe haven away from negative influences; an ongoing relationship with trained, caring adult role models; constructive, supervised programs that are sensitive to the needs of youth at-risk; guidance and encouragement in educaitonal and career endeavors; postive programs that encourage strong values, self-esteem and a healthy lifestyle; a solid gang prevention and intervention initiative; a vision of life beyond adolescence; facilitation and reinforcement of a postive peer group environment; family support; and measurable outcomes. 

Support the Boys and Girls Club of Venice.
Boys and Girls Club of Venice | 2232 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, ca 90291 | 310.390.4477 | www.bgcv.org

April 17th
FRIDAYS ON WESTMINSTER SQUARE. Brought to you by the Fruit Gallery and Westminster Square. Click on the arrow below to view other recent events covered.

April 17th  FRIDAYS ON WESTMINSTER SQUARE. Brought to you by James and Nina Merced of the Fruit Gallery. Click on the arrow below to view other recent events covered.

On Firday  The Fruit Gallery presented "A Night on Westminster.”  Unfortunately, when I arrived at 8:00 p.m.  the event was shut down.  The event was scheduled for 6:00-10:00 p.m.  I thought if I arrived at 8:00 p.m. the event would be hopping.  I was wrong.  I caught the tail end of it. This is what happened.   The band started playing at 7:00 p.m. and at 7:05 the cops came and shut it down. Unfortuantely there were no permits so the event couldn't proceed on.  Too bad for everyone.

The intent was for the neighborhood to mix, mingle, enjoy live music and take advantage of the awsome Westminster Square Food Court staying open late and offering free snacks.  Oh well, it was a good try Nina , James and Westminster Square.  Don't give up.  If you need support from the community we are there for you.  We look forward to next month's event.  Location:  Westminster Avenue (Between Speedway and Ocean Front Walk)

Lastly thanks to Zelda's Corner Deli for the bag of world famous mini-donuts.  They were delicious.  Mini donuts made fresh to order while you watch.  I believe Zelda's Court is coming up on anniversary.  Please let us know the date.  Thanks again.  9 Westminster Ave.

Visit James and Nina Merced at the Fruit Gallery.   Fruit Gallery serves up fresh juices and smoothies, along with salads, wraps and a variety of healthful bottled drinks (think Kombucha) for take-out
FRUIT GALLERY - VENICE.   The Greatest Wealth is Health"   1 Westminster Ave.   Venice, CA 90291.    Contact Information:  Nina and James Merced, Fruit Gallery    fruitgallery@yahoo.com   
310-452-3034

April 15th
04.15.09 A special reception to thank the wonderful supporters of the Boys & Girls Club of Venice. Hosted by James Evans at James Beach Restaurant. Click on the arrows below to view other recent events covered.

ABOUT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB:  Boys and Girls Club of Venice's mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. The Club is able to accomplish their mission by providing a safe haven away from negative influences; an ongoing relationship with trained, caring adult role models; constructive, supervised programs that are sensitive to the needs of youth at-risk; guidance and encouragement in educaitonal and career endeavors; postive programs that encourage strong values, self-esteem and a healthy lifestyle; a solid gang prevention and intervention initiative; a vision of life beyond adolescence; facilitation and reinforcement of a postive peer group environment; family support; and measurable outcomes.  Support the Boys and Girls Club of Venice.
Boys and Girls Club of Venice | 2232 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, ca 90291 | 310.390.4477 | www.bgcv.org

ABOUT JAMES' BEACH:  James’ Beach is a California-neighborhood-beach restaurant for one of America’s most eclectic neighborhoods. Venice is made up of many different types of people including sophisticated, wealthy individuals and celebrities; a young, busy entertainment industry crowd, tourists, artists (both successful and starving) and just plain folks.
Serving modern American comfort food with the best possible ingredients at good prices to all these different guests has made James’ Beach a Los Angeles favorite, recognized by proclamation by the City of Los Angeles. An example of the James’ Beach philosophy of offering something for everyone is the Wine Spectator award winning wine list with great bargains starting at $5.00 a glass and $18.00 a bottle to $14.00 a glass Veuve Cliquot and $400 a bottle Chateau D’ Yquem.

JAMES' BEACH PROMOTIONS: 

1/2 Price Wine Night
Every Monday night is 1/2 price wine night at James' Beach. Great wine at half the price! 1/2 off select bottles of wine.

Eat Steak Like it's 1996!
Every Wednesday is Steak House night at James' Beach. Come enjoy our C.A.B. steaks, oysters, shrimp cocktail and more, plus $6 martinis and red wine specials at our original 1996 prices...in addition to our regular menu. Also, check out special pricing on select items from our Scotch list -- only on Steak Night!

Eat Better for Less!
James' Beach Neighborhood Specials: 3 Course Dinner Prefixes $25 (plus $6 drink specials). Sunday, Monday and Tuesday until 9:00pm.
 
Weekend Happy Hour
Weekend Afternoons Just Got Happier by the Beach...       Saturday & Sunday: 1/2 price well cocktails 2:00-5:00pm

JAMES' BEACH.  60 N Venice Blvd. Venice, CA 90291  | 310.823.5396  |   www.jamesbeach.com

April 13th
04.13.09 EVERY MONDAY... HAPPPY HOUR AND TRUNK SHOW AT SLAVE BOUTIQUE. Slave Boutique had another amazing clothing sale with products up to 20-40% off on Dogtown , Grindking and Grindqueen clothing and accessories 2122 Lincoln blvd Venice, CA 90291 310 396 7979. Click on the arrow below to view other recent events covered.

SLAVE BOUTIQUE.  Mens - Womens - Children Clothing - Tattoos - Music - Art

Slave Boutique had another amazing clothing sale with products up to 20-40% off on Dogtown , Grindking and Grindqueen clothing and accessories.  There was also discounts on tattoos, free wine and great company.  Local celebrities spotted include Block, Debi Nevil, Michael from Stronghold, Brad King,  Austin the Fly'n Lyon, DJ Ora and more. I scored 4 Grindqueen Jackets and a grindking wallet for only $55. Amazing!
Punk Rock...Rock $ Roll...street wear, club wear !   Come visit Slave Boutique and S.T. Tatttos next Monday from 5 - 10 p.m. When you are there, don't forget to drop of your business card in our draft box and win $50 certificate for Slave and $50 for S.T tattoos.

Slave Boutique. 2122 Lincoln blvd (one block North of Venice blvd) 310 396 7979 | www.sttattoosstudio.com   |   www.myspace.com/slaveboutique

April 12th
04 12 09 Venice Rocks presents Soccermom, A Louder Disaster, Adam Bones and the Lost Captains. Find out what's up with the sign. Click on the arrow below to view other past events covered.

04 12 09 Venice Rocks presents Soccermom, A Louder Disaster, Adam Bones and the Lost Captains.
DJ Lou E. Bagels spinned til 2L00 p.m. As always peformances by the "VENICE ROCKS HONEY'S" Go-Go Dancers and a visit from the Tecate Girls.
Drink Specials....Tecate $3. Jack drinks $5. Door open at 8:00 p.m. and cover $5. Come Early!!!

What's up with the sign? Check out the photos to see what's on these people's minds.

JOIN NIK ROYBAL OF VENICE ROCKS AT THE GARTER EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90291 | 310.577.3741 | http://www.myspace.com/venicerocks | http://www.thegartervenice.com

April 11th
04.11.09 Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Venice Beach Recreation & Parks Center. Event brought to you by the City of Los Angeles. Click on the arrow below to view other recent events covered.

ANNUAL SPRING EGG HUNT.  Brought to you by the City of Los Angeles-VENICE BEACH RECREATION AND PARKS.

Event Description:  Easter Egg Hunt, Peter Cottontail, Face Painting and Magic Show at the Venice Beach Recreation & Parks Center. Free Candy!!!

Ages 3 Under: 10:30 a.m. Ags 4-5: 1 1 a.m. Ages 6-8: 11:30 p.m. Ages 9-11: 12 p.m.

Venice Recreation & Parks Office. 1800 Ocean Front Walk. Venice, CA 90291. Phone: 310. 399.2775

April 11th
04.11.09 A farewell party for Jimmy and Charlotte of 15 Rose Ave. Venice Residents for over twenty years. You guys will be missed! Click on the arrow below to view other recent events.

About Jimmy and Charlotte: Charlotte thanks for giving me a run down on the history of you two, but sadly I completely forgot our conversation. I think I was fixated on the cookies in the kitchen. One obvious thing for sure, is that you guys are the happiest married couple that I know. What I do remember, is that you two lived at 15 Rose for 20 years , saved for 15 years and then invested in 15 Rose. Is that about right? One thing is for sure, you two will be completely missed in Venice. Local celebraties spotted at this party include: Joey Tran, Tanya, Jt, Bradford, Masao, Michelle, Lara, the tree man, Eric, New Angel Media crew and more.How we met Jimmy and Charlotte: Alex and I met Jimmy and Charlotte in October 2000. We were 15 Rose's first tenant's in the newly remodeled weekly rentals, in which we stayed for 9 months. Now 9 years later we sadly watch as Jimmy and Charlotte migrate down to El Segundo.

Brief History of 15 Rose Aveand Venice Beach. (insert taken from their website)
This historic building was built in 1908 by Abbot Kinney*, the founder of Venice Beach. The Venice Rose Hotel was turned into a hotel in the 1920's and in the 1950's, it was purchased by Helen Neal, who raised her two sons, Tom and Dick, on the property.   *Abbot Kinney, a wealthy tobacco mogul, world-traveler and co-owner of Ocean Park Casino and Resort, envisioned a resort town culturally reminiscent of Venice. He called it "Venice of America" complete with canals, gondolas, amusement piers, hotels, and beautiful Venetian buildings. His dream of "Coney Island of the Pacific" was realized on July 4, 1905 when he transformed a deteriorating marshland west of Los Angeles into an amazing miniature version of Venice, Italy with 16 miles of canals. In 1929, most of the canals were filled in to accommodated the new automobile boom. In 1994, the City of Los Angeles refurbished the six remaining canals to their original condition. Today the canals are home to some of L.A.'s most beautiful homes and Venice Beach, which is the 2nd most popular Southern California destination (Disneyland being #1)

The Venice Rose Hotel. 15 Rose Ave. Venice Beach, California 90291 USA Phone: 310.399.1850

April 8th
04.08.09 A WEDNESDAY IN VENICE. HAPPY HOUR AND LIVE MUSIC AT MERCEDES GRILLE. PHOTO SHOOT OF LOCAL CELEBRITY DOG JACKSON. 2ND HAPPY HOUR AT THE CANAL CLUB. Click on the arrow below to view other past events.

EVENT COVERAGE BY VENICE PAPARAZZI'S EDIZEN AND VENICE ORIGINALS' KAYCEE.  A WEDNESDAY IN VENICE.   First stop, happy hour and live performance by Jeremey Parker of Meet me at the Pub with a guest apperance by Crash.  Local celebrity spottings include Pep, Venice Originals' Kaycee and Leah, Punks for Life's Masao, Jimmy Hericuik, Star, Debi Nevil, Roger, Venice Rocks' Honey Drea and more.   The second stop was at the Canal Club for a second happy hour.   Lastly, the spontaneous photo shoot of local celebrity dog Jackson,  Johnnie Jenkin's sidekick.  You can always spot Jackson hanging out in front of James' Beach.  See everyone next Wednesday. 

Naked Sushi: Traditional Japanese with California Beach Flavor. www.nakedsushi.com  
Mercedes Grille: Mercedes Grille. | Breakfast, Caribbean, Cuban, Latin American restaurant. | 14 Washington Blvd Marina Del Rey, CA 90292. | 310. 577.0035  www.mercedesgrille.com
CANAL CLUB:   2025 Pacific Ave. Venice, CA 90291  |   310.823.3878 |  www.canalclubvenice.com

April 6th
Happy hour - trunk show at Slave Boutique every Monday from 4-10 p.m. 2122 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, CA 90921 www.myspace.com/slaveboutique. Click on the arrow below to view other recent events covered.

Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Slave Boutique, S.T.Tattoo and clothing designer www.lokakouture.com  on Monday, April 6th.   Slave Boutique hosted a happy hour-trunk event from 4- 10 p.m.  They had amazing clothing designers at 20-40% off. Discount* on tattoos for the first 3 costumers sign up. (Depend artist). There was wine, guest DJ, pictures., gifts and tarot reading !!! Come visit Slave Boutique and S.T. Tatttos next Monday from 4- 10 p.m.  Don't miss it....come drop your business card in our draft box and win $50 certificate for Slave and $50 for S.T tattoos. Punk Rock...Rock $ Roll...street wear, club wear !

Slave Boutique.  2122 Lincoln blvd (one block North of Venice blvd)   310 396 7979   www.sttattoostudio.com                     |                www.myspace.com/slaveboutique

April 4th
04.05.09. Star's return to Venice celebration! Saturday Funday Beach Cruising Pub Crawl. Beach Cruisers, beers and babes. Locations targeted include Canal Club, James Beach, Townhouse. The next morning at the Brickhouse for breakfast. Welcome back Star! Click on the arrow below to view other recent events..

I joined this beach cruising, beer drinking and bikini clad bunch at the James' Beach about 6:30 p.m. Thanks Michael for my tasty no salt on the rocks cool margarita. Here are just a few people I snapped photos of... of course the beautiful Star, make up artist Victoria, Activision's red head beauty Sophie, bubbly and smiling Sandy, Venice Original's Kaycee, the Squid crew and more. Next stop, the Washington Square. Kaycee and I went to Cabo Cantina while the rest of the crew went to the Terrace. I took advantage of the two for one margarita deal. Yikes not a good idea. Time went by and we got the call. Next stop the Canal Club. Yikes I think I am already drunk by this time. At the Canal Club, Bret the artist bought me my 4th margarita of the night. Again, I snapped shots. Next stop the Townhouse. Really by now, I have no idea what happened next. One second I am at the Townhouse snapping pics of DJ Bagel and the next I am at home. No more margaritas for me. Well looking at the pics now, it looks like I had a great time. Welcome back Star.

TOWNHOUSE | 52 Windward Avenue (West of Pacific), Venice, CA 90291 | (310) 392-4040  www.myspace.com/townhousevenice
JAMES' BEACH. 60 N Venice Blvd. Venice, CA 90291 | 310.823.5396 | www.jamesbeach.com CANAL CLUB | 2025 Pacific Ave. Venice, CA 90291 | : 310.823.3878 | www.canalclubvenice.com
THE BRICKHOUSE KITCHEN | 826 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291 (310) 581-1639 Venice, CA 90291 | www.myspace.com/brickhousekitchen

April 3rd
April 3rd. FIRST FRIDAYS ON ABBOT KINNEY BLVD. Event targeted: "FULL OF GRACE" at the Brickhouse. The Brickhouse . 826 Hampton Drive. Venice, CA 90291 (310) 581-1639 Venice, CA 90291. CLICK ON THE ARROW BELOW TO VIEW OTHER PAST EVENTS.

Come to Abbot Kinney Blvd and explore the ever expanding, eclectic mix of boutiques, restaurants, bars and galleries in what has been called "...one of LA's last strongholds of the independent retailer with attitude", the place where surf culture meets bohemian chic. Stores stay open until 10PM. Bars and restaurants normal business hours.   Fees/Admission: FREE!! SUPPORT THE MERCHANTS!!   First Fridays of every month on Abbot Kinney Blvd. Time: 6:00- 10:00 p.m. www.abbotkinneynow.com 
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Location targeted: Unfortuanately, I missed out on a lot of events that night, like the Dirty Show at Trim Hair Salon, G2 Gallery's art exhibits, Suzy Williams at Just Tantaus, etc. I took a small little nap at
5 p.m. expecting to wake up in half an hour but woke up at like 9:30 p.m. Yikes!!!! Oh well at least I got to target one event on First Fridays.

April 3rd... "FULL OF GRACE" at the Brickhouse. Time: 7:00-11:00 p.m.
Full of Grace - "Folk and Fable: The New Works of Anne" Exhibit. WORKS OF ANNE CARMACK"
What: Exhibit Host: FOLK & FABLE

The Brickhouse .   826 Hampton Drive.  Venice, CA  90291    (310) 581-1639   Venice, CA 90291
Price Range: $$            Street Parking            Catering and Delivery   Available        Wheelchair Accessible:       Yes Outdoor Seating:                       

BRICKHOUSE HOURS: 
Mon:  8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./Closed
Tues-Fri:   8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m./  5:30 -9:00 p.m.
Sat:  8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.   /  5:30 -9:30 p.m.
Sun:  8:00a.m.-4:00 p.m./   Closed

Delivery:  Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

April 2nd
4/2/2009 Fishbone, Meet me At The Pub, Mezklah, Pour Habit at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. www.airconditionedbar.com. CLICK ON THE ARROW BELOW TO VIEW OTHER PAST EVENTS.

Event coverage by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen and Venice Originals' Kaycee.
Another fun night at the Air Conditioned Supper Club with great music, people and live music.   
For more info on Diamond Lane Entertainment visit, www.myspace.com/diamondlaneent   www.airconditionedbar.com


Air Conditioned Lounge | 625 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, Ca 90291 |
www.airconditionedbar.com

April 1st
04.01.09 Every Wednesday night at Mercedes Grille. Happy hour, $5 margaritas, outdoor patio, beautiful sunsets and live music by Stevie Starlight. CLICK ON THE ARROW BELOW TO VIEW OTHER PAST EVENTS.

JOIN MERCEDE, NIK ROYBAL, STEVIE STARLIGHT AND VENICE PAPARAZZI FOR SUNSET HAPPY HOURS AT MERCEDES GRILLE EVERY WEDNESDAY from  5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  Delicious, exotic cocktails and delectable appetizers with  a special acoustic performance by Stevie Starlight.   


Mercedes Grille  |    14 Washington Blvd.  (by the Venice Pier) |   www.mercedesgrille.com

March 2009 EVENTS

March 30th
03.30.09 Janet’s Circle For Entrepreneurs at Canal Club in Venice. www.janetscircle.com. Canal Club. Sushi and Bar Restaurant. 2025 Pacific Ave. Venice, Ca 90291 www.canalclubvenice.com. CLICK ON THE ARROW BELOW TO VIEW OTHER PAST EVENTS.

Janet’s Circle For Entrepreneurs connects entrepreneurs and creates quality networking opportunities. Start expanding your networking circle and connecting with other entrepreneurs by joining Janet's Circle. Silver, Gold and Platinum Memberships are now available. www.janetscircle.com 

Canal Club has been called “one of the most exciting restaurants in Los Angeles”. This eclectic neighborhood restaurant was named the Canal Club due to the clubby feeling of the Venice neighborhood and that it is situated a block away from the famous Venice canals. The interior features work by numerous Venice artists whose intent was to interpret the Venice California beach experience in art and design. Design elements include a Lagoon Lounge with a steel wave wall, fish shaped tables and a lit sunset marble wall and private 2nd floor dining room inspired by the Venice pier. The exciting décor creates a creative atmosphere geared to the artistic Venice community.
The equally unique and eclectic menu offers something for everyone and was designed to please the varied tastes of the Venice neighbors and visitors. The menu is a broad definition of Pacific Rim cuisine; food from California, Asia and Mexico. The dishes are prepared at both the large 21-seat sushi bar and on the open wood grill and rotisserie in the kitchen.

CANAL CLUB HOURS, PROMOTIONS, HAPPY HOURS AND EVENTS
Spring Has Sprung, Daylight Savings Time has Begun and Happy Hour at Canal Club GOES LATER!
Canal Club Happy Hour! Sunday - Wednesday 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE Thursday - Saturday 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Burger & A Bottle Sunday : Share a bottle of wine at 1/2 price and enjoy $9.95 C.A.B. Burgers off the Wood Grill
Slider Monday: Sliders for just $2.50 and 1/2 off draft beer - 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE
Taco Tuesday: Turkey Tacos for $2.50 and 1/2 price margaritas - 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE
Sake To Me Wednesday: 1/2 price on all sake - 5:00 P.M. - CLOSE
Tropical Thursday: 1/2 price on mojitos, mai tais & pina coladas AND $5 Tropical Sundaes 5pm to Close

CANAL CLUB.   2025 Pacific Ave. Venice, CA 90291
Phone: 310.823.3878
Fax: 310.823.5397
www.canalclub.com      jbeachcanalclub@aol.com

March 29th
03.29.09 Nik Roybal of Venice Rocks presents ZEN ROBBI. www.thegartervenice.com www.myspace.com/venicerocks. THE GARTER. 2536 Lincoln Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 www.thegartervenice.com.

Nik Roybal of Venice Rocks presents Sunday Funday at the Garter.  Live music by Zen Robbi, Go-Go dancers, DJ Lou E. Bagels til 2am, Visits from Jack Daniels and The Tecate Girls.



New at the Garter.  Happy Hour is everyday from 6-10 p.m.    Hungry?     Order in!    The Garter has many menus to choose from to fill your empty belly.   All Well drinks is $4    -        Beers $1 off         -       $5 wine

The Garter |   2435 Lincoln Blvd |  City: Venice California | 90291
www.thegartervenice.comwww.myspace.com/venicerocks

March 29th
03.29.09 The Stellar Owls at the Good Hurt. Psychedelic. Reggae. Ska www.myspace.com/thestellarowls

Stellar Owls line up include PAUL DOOLIN ON BASS AND VOCALS, TARIC AKKAD ON GUITARS ,VOCALS & HARMONICA AND RICARDO ESTRADA ON PERCUSSION AND TIMBALES, TEDDY KAYE-GUITAR AND VOX & TOD GATORS-DRUMS AND VOX.

Influences: THE GRATEFUL DEAD , BOB MARLEY, THE ENGLISH BEAT AND GENERAL PUBLIC, VAN MORRISON, THE DOORS AND THE BEATLES TO NAME A FEW...
Sounds Like THE STELLAR OWLS SOUND IS BUILT ON A FOUNDATION OF 60'S MUSIC WITH THE ARCHITECHTURE OF 70'S AND 80'S MUSIC BLENDED IN WITH ORIGINALS AND COVERS OF BOB DYLAN, THE DEAD, RINGO STARR AND THE KINKS. For more info, visit  www.myspace.com/thestellarowls

The Good Hurt is west LA's hottest new nightclub, offering a wide range of music 7 nights a week. Ranging from Sunday night Reggae to live Rock, to the latest Techno beats. Our deep red lounge provides the perfect environment to dance, shoot pool and chill. Let our sexy nurses write your prescription for one of our signature drinks, like the Transfusion, and find out the true meaning of a Good Hurt.

GOOD HURT NIGHT CLUB | 12249 Venice Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90066 | 310.390.1076 | coreytrevor@goodhurt.net |  www.goodhurt.com
12249 Venice Boulevard, (West) Los Angeles

March 27th
03.27.09 Event name: Groovin' on a Sunny Afternoon - Barack Obama Pledge Project II on the Venice Beach Boardwalk


Organizing For America volunteers acquired >300 signed Pledges of Grassroots support for President Obama's Progressive Agenda Budget re Energy, Health Care, Education.

Hosted by Timolin B, Attendees Alex R, Mara E, Rinaldo V, Keith M, Karen C, Chris L, Warren B, Carole W, and Lars T.   Websites:  barackobama dot com   www.barackobama.com   Event Coverage by: photos by Marta Evry

March 26th
03.26.09 Indie On The Westside Proudly Presents Chris Pierce, Miss Willie Brown, Peter Goetz, Christopher Hawley Rollers. Air Conditioned Supper Club. Air Conditioned Lounge 625 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, Ca 90291 www.airconditionedbar.com

Another fun night at the Air Conditioned Supper Club. Hey Matt Diamond (promotor of Indie on the Westside), another great band line up. Keep up the good work! For more info on Diamond Lane Entertainment visit, http://www.myspace.com/diamondlanent. Event coverage by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen and Venice Originals' Kaycee.

Upcoming shows include:
03.27.09 West Indian Girl, Lemonwilde His Orchestra, Julie at Air Conditioned Supper Club
04.02.09 Fishbone, Meet me At The Pub, Mezklah, Pour Habit

Air Conditioned Lounge | 625 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, Ca 90291 | www.airconditionedbar.com

March 25th
03.25.09 Venice Chamber of Commerce Mixer at La Cabana. www.venicechamber.net

The Venice Chamber of Commerce and it's guests would like to thank La Cabana's Carlos and Nina L. Haro for hosting this months Chamber mixer. Also, thanks to the entire staff of La Cabana. The service was excellent.

About the Venice Chamber of Commerce:
The Venice Chamber of Commerce is a vital organization of local business leaders. Our goals are to promote and protect the local business community, to enhance the image of Venice and to stimulate networking among members ... resulting in growth opportunities for all. We believe that everyone in Venice should have a voice in making Venice a better place to work and live.

Find out about the Benefits of joining the Venice Chamber. http://venicechamber.net/ben.html
Join now! Click Here to download a PDF Membership Application.http://venicechamber.net/app.html

ABOUT LA CABANA:
Since 1963, La Cabaña in Venice, CA has been serving excellent Mexican Food - a genuine taste of Mexico. A señorita pats out thick hand-made tortillas on a brick-layered fireplace and a festive guitar trio takes you back to the pueblos of Mexico. There is a colorful patio perfect for large parties where you can wash down chips and salsa with over 18 varieties of Margaritas.  Voted BEST MARGARITA in LA by Citysearch.com!
La Cabaña is open late night, every night until 3AM and best of all...  La Cabaña now delivers!
Visit La Cabana today! La Cabana | 738 Rose Ave, Venice CA 90291 | 310-392-7973 | www.lacabanavenice.com

Venice Chamber of Commerce would also like to say thank you to all our raffle prize donors.
G2 Gallery.   www.g2gallery.com 1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA, 90291.  Townhouse. 52 Windward Ave. Venice, CA 90291 www.myspace.com/townhousevenice . Little Temple. 4519 Santa Monica Blvd. LA. Ca 90029 www.littletemple.com.    Zanzibar. 1301 5th St. Santa Monica, Ca 90401  www.zanzibarlive.com Malibu Wines www.malibuwines.com    Westchester Watch 6207 @. 87th St. Westchester, CA 90045.  Abbot’s Habit 1401 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291  www.abbotshabit.com  LA INC. THE LOS ANGELES CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU - www.discoverlosangeles.com.    Betsy Goldman - www.betsysellsvenice.com .   Joan Del Monte and Kathy Owens. http://www.joandelmonte.com

If you would like to attend our next mixer and/or donate a prize, please contact Chamber events chair Edizen Stowell at info@venicepaparazzi.com . The mixers are a great way to meet Venice local business owners and entrepreneurs. Don't forget to bring your business cards. Mixers are held on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

March 25th
03.4.09 Every Wednesday night at the Townhouse....RED LIGHT SPECIALS AND THE SPEAKEASIES

Another exciting night at the Townhouse. I love Venice! Really, it is a wednesday night and the place was happening. Great people and an amazing show by the fun and sexy Del Monte Speakeasies. Malie your pool table dance was so high energy and it was fun to shoot! I can't wait for next Wednesday! By the way, do you offer dance classes?

SHOUT OUT TO DIANA. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!   Also, it was great seeing Venice Paparazzi's web designer Flo out at the Townhouse. Cheers to you and thanks for all the hard work that you have putting into Venice Paparazzi. New Angel Media rocks!

ABOUT THE DEL MONTE SPEAKEASIES:  The Speakeasies are a burlesque dancing group that are featured at Townhouse Tavern in Venice Beach. The Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave was established back in 1915 and has gone through many changes in it's day. Now in 2009 it's taking root of it's heritage and bringing back that feel of those long ago yester-years with a burlesque act with a modern twist and grine to it.  Join the Speakeasies on there MySpace page at  www.myspace.com/the_speakeasies

Townhouse Cocktails - 52 Windward Ave Venice CA. 90291  www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

March 21st
03 21 09 Meet me at the Pub, the B Foundation, Lojic and Bad Fathers at the Good Hurt. 12249 Venice Blvd. www.goodhurt.net

Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet for Meet me at the Pub, the B Foundation, Lojic and Bad Fathers, Timewarp Music and the Good Hurt on March 21st, 2009.

To all bands, send me your websites.
Following insert taken from www.myspace.com/meetmeatthepub ........ MEET ME AT THE PUB from Venice Beach, California, formed in 1999. Jeremy, Sully and Jack started playing their first shows at the Malibu Inn every Monday night, soon building a rapid local fan base with the local surfers and skaters. Their early shows helped the band find their true Southern California style combining' melodic vocals, thumpin bass lines and thick beats. The band plays Reggae, Rock, Ska, Punk and even the odd waltz. Fans enjoy the spontaneous freestyles that keep the shows fresh and live everynight. To read more visit www.myspace.com/meetmeatthepub

The Good Hurt is west LA's hottest new nightclub, offering a wide range of music 7 nights a week. Ranging from Sunday night Reggae to live Rock, to the latest Techno beats. Our deep red lounge provides the perfect environment to dance, shoot pool and chill. Let our sexy nurses write your prescription for one of our signature drinks, like the Transfusion, and find out the true meaning of a Good Hurt.

GOOD HURT NIGHT CLUB | 12249 Venice Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90066 | 310.390.1076 | coreytrevor@goodhurt.net | www.goodhurt.net

TIMEWARP MUSIC | 12255 Venice Blvd Los Angeles CA 90066 | (323) 600-5050 |   www.timewarpmusic.com    Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm

March 19th
03.19.09 Eco-Lounge LA at Arbor Headquarters. Ecolounge= a fusion of action sports + sustainable living. Live performance by Stevie Starlight. Photos by Venice Paparazzi

What is ecolounge?
Ecolounge is a monthly business to business networking and social mixer, presented by HonuGuide, geared to the action sport and sustainable living markets.
Ecolounge = a fusion of action sports sustainability. Each event is hosted by one action sport organization and one sustainable living organization, showcasing their products, services, and message.

Who should attend ecolounge?
Media firms that promote trendy, active, and eco-friendly lifestyles, action sports retailers, sustainable living businesses and organizations, active individuals, conscious consumers, and trendsetters.

What to expect at ecolounge?
Free pupus and business networking from 6pm-8pm. Action sport video premiers, eco-fashion shows, art openings, and socializing from 8pm-9pm. Live music from 9pm-until.

When is ecolounge?
Ecolounge is held every Third Thursday at Arbor Sports. http://www.arborsports.com 102 Washington Blvd, Venice Ca 90291

2.19.09 Eco-Lounge Event.
Action Sports Sponsor: 925Never http://www.myspace.com/925never
Sustainable Living Sponsor: Ecousable http://www.ecousable.com
Food Available from Green Truck http://www.greentruckonthego.com
PR powerd by NMG nella media group
Helio Power
Massages provided by the Healing Academy
Hosted by Matt McPherson with TRUNQ http://www.TRUNQ.com)

SPECIAL MUSIC GUEST: STEVIE STARLIGHT. http://www.myspace.com/steviestarlight

March 19th
03.19.09 Blues Singer, Kathy Leonardo, Jazz guitarist Vinnie Caggiano and Project Nightlight at Danny's.

 This was an evening of FREE Blues and Jazz music with 50% of all sales from CD’s being donated to Project Nightlight, a local Venice non profit organization helping to fight against child abuse.   This musical event featured, Blues Singer, Kathy Leonardo, and Jazz guitarist Vinnie Caggiano, who will be donating 50% of all CD sales to Project Nightlight.   Project Nightlight has a special place in Kathy Leonardo’s heart. She met Stacia Oemig, the founder about 5 years ago and was inspired by her commitment to helping LA kids.” I am happy to sing for such a great cause”, says Kathy. “Project Nightlight reaches out to so many kids that need help”. Check out their website at www.projectnightlight.org

Danny's Venice   |  23 Windward Ave.  Venice, Ca 90291  www.dannysvenice.com

March 18th
03.20.09 New Angel Media, Hyperspots and The Lek office warming party.

Hey guys,  thank you for inviting us to your event.  Alex says, "gracias for the Sierre Celebration ale and may you proper in your new dwellings!"   To Flo,  Thanks for working so hard on the Venice Paparazzi Website.  I can't wait to start high-lighting the local celebrities, businesses and Venice activities.  In addition, I am looking forward to the new events calendar layout.

March 18th
03.18.09 Golden Gloves District Tournament at Lincoln Park Rec Center, 3501 Valley Blvd., Los Angeles. (WEDNESDAY NIGHT)

The Kettlebell Boxing team spent a very long day in Los Angeles on Wednesday March 18th.   KBB was there for the 2009 District Golden Gloves tournament.  A five day tournament that started on Tuesday March 17th  and  will end on Saturday March 21st.

We left Venice at 3:00 p.m. to make the 4:00 p.m. weigh-ins and medical.  KBB member Daniel weighed in at 165 lbs and was scheduled to fight in the 14th bout.   There were two rings.   One for the novice non advancing tournament and the other for the open advancing tournament.    I believe there were 18 bouts scheduled in each ring.  At least 65 boxers in attendance.  The winners on Saturday will move on to California Districts in Sacramento on April 3rd.   National Golden Gloves will be in Utah in May.  Daniel fought in the novice division.  Unfortuanely he suffered his first loss and will not move on in the tournament.  He did great, however his opponent was just bigger and faster.  His first words were in the car ride home were "I can't wait to get back in the gym and train harder."   Now that is a winner.  Champions always get back up!

Click on the photo to the left to view photos of the 03.18.09 District Golden Gloves.

March 15th
03.15.09 A Sunday in Venice. Locations and events targeted include Flake's one year anniversary party, the Venice Beach Boardwalk, Fruit Gallery, Cafe Collage, Mercedes Grille and Sunday Fundays at the Garter.

What a great, warm and sunny day to go for a bike ride in Venice.  Check out photos of the Venice Beach Boardwalk, Flake's One year anniversary, Dominos at Cafe Collage, friends and  tasty margaritas at Mercedes Grille and then a live performance by the Squid at the Garter.  Congrats Simon and Paige on your one year.   Flake offered free mimosas and muffins on their anniversary day.   For more info www.veniceflake.com

Venice Rocks at the Garter. http://www.thegartervenice.com http://www.myspace.com/venicerocks
Mercedes Grille http://www.mercedesgrille.com
 

March 12th
03 12 09 Beyond Blazing Boards surf film premier at Air Conditioned Supper Club in Venice This event is hosted by Malibu Surf Association and ZJ BoardingHouse

Thursday March 12th.   Diamond Lane Entertainment and Indie On The Westside Proudly Presented the  Beyond Blazing Boards surf film premier at Air Conditioned Supper Club in Venice. This event was hosted by Malibu Surf Association and ZJ BoardingHouse. The Film will be followed with live music by Christoher Hawley Rollers, Stevie Starlight, Eugene And The 1914 as well as Free Moral Agents featuring Ikey Owens from Mars Volta. Doors opened at 7:30 p.m. 

ZJ Boarding House is having thier Store- Wide Spring Sale on Saturday March 21st & 22nd.  15-70 % off everything.  Save an extra 10% on your sale day purchase.    For more info on ZJBH.  310.392.5646.  or www.zjboardinghouse.com          www.myspace.com/zjbh     www.facebook.com   zj boarding house.

Air Conditioned Lounge 625 Lincoln Blvd, Venice 90291 http://www.airconditionedbar.com http://www.myspace.com/acsupperclub

For more event listings and information on Diamond Lane Entertainment events, visit    http://www.myspace.com/diamondlaneent

Event coverage by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen and Venice Originals' Kaycee.  Lastly,  happy birthday Tanya!

March 7th
03.07.09 3rd Annual L.A. Urban Iditarod

This is the 3rd annual L.A. Urban Iditarod event covered by Venice Paparazzi.  Don't forget to view photos from 2007 and 2008.

The Urban Iditarod was inspired by the great Alaskan sled dog race. Instead of dogs, there were people dressed up in the craziest attire. Instead of sleds they used grocery carts.   Non-alcoholic beverages, laughter, confetti, running, falling...having fun.   For more info:  www.myspace.com/urbaniditarodla

View pics of the first annual Urban Iditarod heldon March 3rd, 2007.

Also, view 2009 event photos by Steve Larson
http://larsoncreations.smugmug.com/gallery/7539555_vNSqB

Click here for event photos for 2008 & 2009  http://venicepaparazzi.smugmug.com/L.A.%20URBAN%20IDITAROD.

March 4th
03.4.09 Every Wednesday night at the Townhouse....The Speakeasies

Click on the photo to the left to view photos by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen and Venice Originals' Kaycee. 

Visit  http://larsoncreations.smugmug.com/gallery/7480776_JUeQt  to see photos by Steve Larson. 

The Speakeasies are a burlesque dancing group that are featured at Townhouse Tavern in Venice Beach. The Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave was established back in 1915 and has gone through many changes in it's day. Now in 2009 it's taking root of it's heritage and bringing back that feel of those long ago yester-years with a burlesque act with a modern twist and grine to it.  Join the Speakeasies on their  MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/the_speakeasies

Townhouse Cocktails - 52 Windward Ave  Venice CA.  90291    http://www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

February 2009 EVENTS

February 28th
02.28.09 TIMEWARP MUSIC Grand Opening of their new location. www.timewarpmusic.com 12257 Venice Blvd. Venice, Ca 90291 323. 600.5050

Venice Paparazzi rolled out the red carpet, lights, chrome stands and velvet ropes for Timewarp Music's grand opening of their new location on Saturday, February 28th. Thanks to Shane Gudlow Rashna and Zephyr for inviting me to this grand celebration. You, your guests, staff and talent were a pleasure to take photos of. I also enjoyed the live music. Now please enjoy the 952 photos below.

BAND LINE UP INCLUDED: To all the bands, please send me your websites. Thanks.
8:00 p.m. That Noise
9:00 p.m. Sausage Grinder
10:00 p.m. Dave Microwave
10:30 p.m. Insect Surfers
11:00 p.m The Shrine
12:00 p.m. Stevie Starlight
12:30 p.m. Stop! Revolt

Following insert taken from MyFOX Los Angeles' website. CHECK OUT THE BEST! MyFOXla.com
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Timewarp’s ongoing mission: “We’re striving to bring you the greatest selection of vintage guitars, keyboards, amplifiers, percussion and so much more! We offer professional repair services at a fraction of the cost of our competitors and work hard to make sure that everyone has the chance to express themselves through the art of music.”

Quickly building a reputation for being a one of a kind “pro shop” for working musicians, Timewarp has expanded beyond its roots as a Westside phenomenon and draws players from all over Southern California.
Gudlow brought many years as a working studio guitarist and guitar tech into his passion for opening the store. He was inspired by the fact that many of the instrument stores in the Hollywood area that he had frequented over the years were starting to disappear—and by the early 2000s there were practically none on the Westside. He wanted to establish a central location for his ongoing interest in buying and selling vintage musical instruments and amps as well as his thriving instrument repair business.
“I wanted Timewarp to have an old style owner operated music store vibe, where musicians could come in without the pressure to buy anything right away but instead spend time checking out the great inventory,” says Gudlow. “I fashioned this as a one stop shop where musicians could come in and get their instruments worked on, and also trade-in their old gear, buy new equipment and receive the kind of personal service they can’t get at the big chain stores. Considering that 75 percent of our customers are repeat customers, it’s clear that once they come in and experience the kinds of services we offer, we become their destination for everything music gear related. Our knowledge of vintage music gear and dedication to customer service is something that musicians really appreciate.”

For more of this article CHECK OUT THE BEST! MyFOXla.com. http://myfoxla.cityvoter.com/timewarp-music/biz/92694

ALSO.... TIMEWARP MUSIC was featured on LA WEEKLY. http://www.laweekly.com/2008-12-11/la-vida/timewarp-where-old-instruments-go-to-live-again/

TIMEWARP MUSIC | 12255 Venice Blvd Los Angeles CA 90066 | (323) 600-5050 | http://www.timewarpmusic.com
Hours: Mon-Sat 12pm-7pm

TIMEWARP MUSIC is now on FACEBOOK.

February 27th
02.27.09 Nunez's last day at Firestation 63. Photos by Party by 5

Los Angeles Fire Department  - Fire Station 63   Proudly serving Venice and Venice Beach


Los Angeles Fire Department
Fire Station 63
1930 Shell Avenue
Venice CA 90291-3879 USA

For more photos of firestation 63   http://www.lafire.com/stations/FS063/FS063.htm

To report an Emergency: Dial 9-1-1
For this Fire Station's
Business Telephone Number
please click here

Photos by Party by Five.  Party by 5 covers Westchester, Venice, Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey.  Visit www.partybyfive.com

February 25th
Feb. 25th. Every Wednesday night at the Townhouse --- Redlight Wednesdays and the Speakeasies

The Speakeasies are a burlesque dancing group that are featured at Townhouse Tavern in Venice Beach. The Townhouse Cocktails at 52 Windward Ave was established back in 1915 and has gone through many changes in it's day. Now in 2009 it's taking root of it's heritage and bringing back that feel of those long ago yester-years with a burlesque act with a modern twist and grine to it.

Join the Speakeasies on there MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/the_speakeasies
As well as the Townhouse's MySpace page http://www.myspace.com/townhousevenice

Townhouse Cocktails - 52 Windward Ave  Venice CA.  90291

http://www.myspace.com/the_speakeasies                           www.larsoncreations.com

February 25th
02.25.09 Venice Chamber of Commerce February Mixer at the historic Townhouse Cocktails

Abbot Kinney, whose dream was to build Venice of America, constructed the commercial portion of his project on Windward Avenue in the early 1900’s. The buildings on this street were designed and built in the "Venetian Renaissance" style. Their model was Venice, Italy’s Plaza San Marco, whose buildings featured enclosed colonnaded walkways. Concrete foundations for the 82 cast iron support columns for Windward’s commercial buildings were poured the last week of December 1904. Completion of the first phase on the North side of Windward was heralded on July 4, 1905.

Menotti’s Buffet, located on the South side of the street at 52 Windward Avenue, opened to rave reviews in 1915 and the name is still visible on the original tile floor at the front of the bar today. During the Prohibition era of the 1920’s, when liquor was banned, there was an illegal speakeasy hidden in the basement. Murals adorning the basement walls of the Townhouse were originally painted sometime in 1915 and depicted landscape scenes of early Southern California, including some romanticized canal views in Venice.

Sometime in the 1950’s the old bar’s name was changed to Grady’s Town House. On May 2nd, 1972,Ronald and Annie Bennett purchased the bar from the old owner, Gus Hinkleman, with the name now shortened to the Town House. Both Frank and Annie had been a mainstay in Venice until November 1990, when Annie passed away and left Ronald, known as Frank to most family and friends, at the helm until his passing in September 2003.

The Townhouse legacy continues today and is home to one of the oldest continuous running bars on the west coast. It has been a family tradition for over 30 years and is now under new management by Louie and Netty Ryan.
Townhouse |   52 Windward Avenue (West of Pacific), Venice, CA 90291    | (310) 392-4040


Venice Chamber of Commerce www.venicechamber.net

Photos by Party by Five.  Party by 5 covers Westchester, Venice, Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey.  Visit www.partybyfive.com

February 24th
02.24.09 Drops Fill Buckets hosts Comedy Night at Nikki's. 72 Market St. Venice, Ca 90291. Photo event coverage by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen Stowell and Steve Larson of Larson Creations.

Thanks to Nikki's for sponsoring this great event.   Local Venice celebrity G Reilly  was one of the comedy acts.   To G Reilly,  "dude you are funny!  When is your next comedy act?  Venice Paparazzi would love to attend."   Check G Reilly at   www.myspace.com/greilly10      UCLA DOCTOR GOES TO INDIA.  

ABOUT ORGANIZATION;  Drops Fill Buckets is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to raising money for pressing needs around the globe. Befitting an organization set up for busy people, by busy people, we’ve kept our goals simple and our outcomes clear. First, we put ownership of this organization – and therefore its goals and priorities – in the hands of its members. Second, we strive to minimize the vast administrative burden that often prevents nonprofits from optimizing their allocation of resources. And finally, we aim to give only to projects with tangible, quantifiable, and visible outcomes.

CURRENT PROJECT:   Hospital Expansion, Orissa, India
Orissa is the poorest state in India. Juanga and the neighboring villages are among the most neglected in the region. The Citta Hospital in Juanga has fewer than 20 beds, one sparse "operating room" in which the surgeon lacks basic equipment, and two open-hole "toilets". This hospital serves as the primary care center for more than 100,000 men and women.  The hospital currently faces a severe shortage of operating rooms and beds for patients and staff, forcing the hospital to turn away patients and making male staff and nurses sleep in the women’s care center at the hospital. Drops Fill Buckets wants to change that by funding a hospital expansion that will open more beds, add additional operating rooms, accommodate additional staff, and allow the hospital to attract a doctor from another region to stay and work at the hospital. This is vital – currently the hospital can only accommodate “guest” doctors who must travel great distances to and from the facility to treat patients.   Our fundraising for this hospital will vastly increase the number of needy area residents this hospital can serve.

Nikki's    |  72 Market Street. Venice, CA 90291 |    310-450-3110 |    www.nikkivenice.comwww.myspace.com/nikkilocal72

Photo Event Coverage by Venice Paparazzi's Edizen   http://venicepaparazzi.smugmug.com/gallery/7451791_PT7yK#480648514_3HZ72

Photo Event Coverage by Steve Larsono of Larson Creations  http://larsoncreations.smugmug.com/gallery/7449910_C88RT

February 23rd
02.23.09 Insane sin tattoos Event

Meet local Venice tattoo artists.  

Grand Opening for new tattoo shop in Venice. Custom tattoo designs, Portraits, etc. Body piercing with a large selection of body Jewelry.  One of a kind art pieces. Art Gallery Opening Soon!

Call for an appointment; walk in's always welcome.  http://www.myspace.com/insane_tattoos
INSANE SIN TATTOO    |   1701 Lincoln Blvd,    Venice, Ca, 90291   |   (310) 577-0312

Photos by Party by Five.  Party by 5 covers Westchester, Venice, Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey.  Visit www.partybyfive.com

February 22nd
02.22.09 Nik Roybal presents Venice Rocks at the Garter every Sunday Night in Venice

Here is the message I received via facebook from Nik Roybal, the promotor of Venice Rocks. Nik, send me all the bands websites please. To everyone, Venice Paparazi is no