Tag Archives: art

Expo Line Extension Opening Weekend

May 20, 2016 · by · in Beauty in Strange Places, Biking, Events Around Town, Metro Adventures, News, Ride Sharing, The Far Corners of LA · Leave a comment

The day is finally upon us!  The Expo Line extension will open May 20th , finally bringing rail service from downtown to the beach. To celebrate, Metro is providing free rides on the Expo line beginning at noon on Friday, and all day on Saturday.  There will be community events at the new stations from […]

Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Weekend: Part Two

November 6, 2014 · by · in Events Around Town, The Far Corners of LA · Leave a comment

Last Saturday, I attended La Cita’s Dia de los Muertos party, art show, and birthday celebration of my friend, Alicia. What a great time! Local artists were on hand painting faces, as well as showing off their creations. The crowd was great, and fun times had by all. Check out the good times we had.

Peace

July 22, 2014 · by · in Beauty in Strange Places · Leave a comment

There is a new mural at the Line Hotel that can be seen from Normandie at Wilshire. So glad that anti-mural ordinance was lifted in LA. The streets are better when they’re filled with art. Edit: I just learned that the artist behind this mural is iconic street artist Shepard Fairey.  Check out Shepard’s blog […]