Following the very exciting 4:30am power surge(s) yesterday, some folks in our neighborhood are still without power. DWP trucks were parked along Veteran at Brookhaven this morning, presumably working on the problem.  Neighbors report varying degrees of damage ranging from fried tankless water heaters and microwaves, to non-functioning outlets and fritzed-out X-boxes.  In our house a number of bulbs blew out, outlets fried, and appliances are malfunctioning (including our bedroom ceiling fan…

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You're invited to a conversation with school board candidate Eric Lee being hosted by St. Agnes and OneLA. Here's the skinny:

March 3, 2011
6:45pm
St. Agnes -- 2621 S. Vermont (90007)

The event is being held in the church's Korean Center. Please enter the parking at the far west of the church (off Adams).

I hope to see you there!

Yesterday I had word from Marguerite LaMotte's office that she's unavailable for the Tuesday event. The Eric Lee event is still going forward on March 3rd. Stay tuned to Rancho Park Online for more information!



On February 22nd Temple Isaiah and OneLA are hosting a conversation with school board member -- and candidate -- Marguerite LaMotte at Temple Isaiah (10345 W. Pico Blvd.). The event begins at 6:30 pm. Please RSVP via this link:… Continue

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The name may seem silly and off-color, but I can assure you that there is nothing illicit about the fantastically relaxing 30 minute foot massage (full reflexology treatment) at Happy Relax.  From the moment you dunk your tired feet into the wooden bucket of warm water it's Calgon take me away.  At just $15 (excluding tip) I challenge you to find a better pick-me-up in the middle of a busy day.  Let me know how you like it!  Happy Relax, 10837 W. Pico Blvd.… Continue

I love giving and receiving gifts that are tied up with brightly-colored, reusable ribbon.  For years I traveled to Santa Monica to buy ribbon by the yard at Michael's or Jo-Anne's.   Then I discovered the notions department -- specifically the ribbons and trims -- at F & S Fabrics.  The choices are scrumptious and will help to create gorgeous, eco-friendly & reusable wrapping.  Try some hand-dyed silk ribbon to spruce up a package wrapped in a brown paper grocery bag.  Trust me, it'll… Continue