Episode Nineteen
This episode is of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by The Coffee Table Lounge. Located at 1956 Colorado Boulevard, the CT Lounge has special events, like Monday Movie Nights. Find out more at www.coffeetablebistro.com.
In this episode you’ll hear an update about Blue Dot Yogurt, as well as what’s happening so far with the brick building on the corner of York and Avenue 50 in Highland Park, and we tell you what we’ve heard about two new businesses coming to Eagle Rock — Green Goddess Holistic Care Collective and a new Mexican restaurant, both on Colorado.
You’ll also meet one of Eagle Rock’s most notable neighbors — René Escamilla, also known as the Rock-n-Roll Mailman. And Daily Nosh guy Dave Klotz shares his favorite Eagle Rock taco.
See ya around town!
Episode Eighteen
This episode is of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by Reservoir 4 Jewelry. Fusing elements of both nature and city, each hand-made design is inspired by Rachel Bitan’s world travels. Find out more at www.reservoir4.com. Here in Eagle Rock, Regeneration now carries Revervoir 4 pieces.
In this episode you’ll hear about the Eagle Rock Canyon Hiking Trail. And local restaurant Spitz is branching out. You’ll also hear from Mary Tokita and her Weeding Wednesday crew at the Eagle Rockdale Community Garden. You can check out the garden on July 14 at their Bastille Day Celebration and Artists’ Reception. See the post in the Happenings section of the Eagle Rock Talk Message Boards for more information. And if you’re interested in renting a garden plot, building one of your own, donating time, or have an idea for an art project for the garden you can contact Mary Tokita through TERA or by calling 323-344-8426.
Finally, you’ll learn about the history of that huge mansion on the corner of Hill Drive and Dahlia in our “What Is That?” segment. Remember, if you have a question about something in Eagle Rock – or anywhere in Northeast LA, write to us at what@eaglerocktalk.com.
Well, that’s it for this episode of Eagle Rock Talk.
See ya around town!
Apryl and Laurel
Episode Seventeen
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by Mirna Thompson, a Creative Memories Consultant here in Eagle Rock. She’ll help capture your life story with scrapbooking ideas, journaling tips, and encouragement in your home through “Get Togethers” or workshops. Visit her website at www.mycmsite.com/mirnacreates for products, tools, and services that help you celebrate the meaningful moments of your life, or call her at (323) 256-8810.
Folks on the Eagle Rock Talk message boards have been talking about what might happen to American Tire Depot, the auto shop on Colorado at Glen Iris. We talked to ATD owner, Gilbert, about what he knows.
You’ll also hear about the new security cameras being installed around town in an effort to stop taggers.
And it’s election time for the Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council – be sure to cast your vote this Saturday, March 29, from 10 am to 4 pm at Eagle Rock City Hall, located at 2035 Colorado Blvd.
Local realtor Tracy King gives her perspective on real estate in Eagle Rock and we visit the ER Farmer’s Market with Jennifer Merrick from Gather Parties to see what’s in season.
Don’t forget to vote!
See ya around town,
Apryl and Laurel
Episode Sixteen
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by TERA, The Eagle Rock Association. Invest in Your Community. To find out more about TERA or to become a member visit their website at www.TERA90041.org.
In this episode you’ll get the dish on when the CT Lounge is going to — finally! — open. It’s close! You’ll hear about a new boutique called Simply Susie’s and find out what Lily Simone’s “Tax Free Tuesdays” are all about. We also let you know about the 6th Annual Eagle Rock Center for the Arts Art Auction, to be held on March 8. Then we introduce a new ER Talk segment called “What is That?” Find out about the unusual and unique in our hood. This month we tell you about the area’s air raid sirens. And finally we tell you about the website fallenfruit.org, which has maps to local spots where fruit trees reside in public areas.
If you see something unusual in our area and want to know “What is That?” ask us! Write to us at: what@eaglerocktalk.com
See ya around town!
Apryl and Laurel
Episode Fifteen
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by Tracy King. A Realtor in Eagle Rock for eighteen years, Tracy specializes in interesting homes for interesting people. You can see current listings at www.TracyKing.com or call her at 626-844-2256.
Welcome to 2008!
In this episode you’ll find out about what’s happening with burger joint, The Bucket. You’ll also hear about two new yogurt shops coming to Eagle Rock, Lemongrass 2 and Blue Dot. And you’ll get an update on the new restaurant going into the old Townsend Gallery space on Colorado, the brainchild of a couple of “locals.” Meet your neighbor John Urquiza, designer of the Eagle Rock flag, and hear from our Daily Nosh guy, Dave Klotz, who teaches us how to “Polka.”
See ya around town!
Apryl and Laurel
A Day Without A Bag December 20
This came from Jessica Belsky from Heal the Bay. We thought it was an important message to get out.
Santa’s got a brand new bag. A reusable one!
When you’re out shopping this December 20, refuse plastic or paper grocery bags and instead use reusable totes.
A coalition of community groups and retailers — like Ralphs, Whole Foods, 99 Cents Only and Bed Bath & Beyond — are holding a countywide event called “A Day Without A Bag” to bring awareness to consumers about the impact of plastic and paper bags on our environment.
Fewer than 5% of plastic grocery bags are recycled each year in Los Angeles, so the remainder clogs precious landfill, litters public spaces and harms animal life when the bags blow into waterways. Paper bags, while biodegradable, still require vast amounts of fossil fuels and water to produce, distribute and collect for disposal.
So if you’re out shopping in Eagle Rock that day, don’t take a bag! And let the store owner know why.
You can get a free reusable tote at The Grove in Los Angeles’ Fairfax district at 11 a.m. Nearly a dozen other events will be held throughout the county that day. Local environmental groups will conduct on-site workshops to educate consumers.
The following communities are officially participating in or supporting “A Day Without a Bag”: County of Los Angeles, City of Los Angeles, Long Beach, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Norwalk, Downey, Culver City, Covina, Carson, Malibu, West Hollywood, Redondo Beach, Calabasas, Rolling Hills Estates, Lomita, Bell Gardens, Compton, El Monte and El Segundo.
The following community groups are supporting the event: Heal the Bay, Environment California, Surfrider Foundation, Santa Monica Baykeeper, Earth Resource Foundation, Californians Against Waste, Urban Semillas, Ballona Creek Renaissance, Anahuak, Pacific American Volunteer Association, Green Sangha and Coejl
Vote for Eagle Rock!
From Eagle Rocker Mark Krasnow…
The website “CurbedLA” is having a contest to determine the best neighborhood in LA. We know, of course, that it’s Eagle Rock!
Please take a quick minute to cast your vote at:
http://la.curbed.com/
Go the the “Curbed Cup” entry and click/vote for Eagle Rock.
Episode Fourteen
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by M. Bean Plumbing and Mechanical. M. Bean is family-owned and licensed – right here in Eagle Rock – with 24/7 service, specializing in plumbing for Craftsman, hillside, and older homes. You can reach M. Bean Plumbing at 323-254-5776.
And by The Loft Hair Lounge, located at 5112 Townsend Avenue, just north of Colorado. The Loft specializes in hair and skin care — featuring chocolate and pumpkin latte facials during this holiday season. Make your appointment today by calling 323-258-2840.
Late-breaking News… Elements Kitchen is out — but we heard a rumor after we’d already recorded the podcast. Supposedly the food and beverage person from Chateau Marmont in Hollywood has signed the lease for the space next to Pollen on Colorado. More news to come on that one.
Also too late for the podcast — Paper, at 2120 Colorado Boulevard, in the old F*ART space, opens Tuesday, December 4 just in time for the holidays. Paper will specialize in letterpress stationary and fine wrapping papers, as well as coffee table books.
Mark your calendar — this Sunday, December 2 is the 63rd Annual Northeast LA Christmas Parade in Highland Park, starting at 1 pm.
In this episode of Eagle Rock Talk… you’ll get a few more details about the space for sale on Eagle Rock Boulevard. Jennifer Merrick from Gather Parties is back with some great ideas for homemade holiday gifts using ingredients from local stores. And Laurel visits the Eagles Club for breakfast.
We’re going on hiatus in December, but will be back in January with a brand new episode. And if you want to come out and Talk — Marty’s Bar has happy hour prices all night long every Tuesday for Eagle Rock Talkers. Laurel and I will be there to toast you Tuesday, December 4 from 6 to 8 pm. So come on out and say “Cheers!”
Happy holidays — see ya in 2008!
Apryl and Laurel
Episode Thirteen
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by We Tell Stories, a multi-ethnic children’s storytelling theater company based in Highland Park. Since 1981, We Tell Stories has been bringing myths, legends & literature from all cultures to schools and venues throughout Southern California. Join We Tell Stories for the Haunted Harvest Storytelling Festival October 30th at the Old LA Farmer’s Market in Highland Park. Admission & performances are free. Mention Eagle Rock Talk at the Farmers Market Info Booth and get a free Farmer’s Market Stadium Cup!
And by Nicole Policicchio a.k.a. The ElectroYogi. ElectroYogi offers permanent hair removal services in a private studio setting here in Eagle Rock. Check out www.electroyogi.com for more details.
In this episode you’ll find out about some commercial property available in Eagle Rock — on both Eagle Rock and Colorado Boulevards. You’ll also hear about November neighborhood openings — like Fresh and Easy Market, CT Lounge, and the Kristi Engle Gallery. Discover a secret garden hidden right in the center of Eagle Rock — The Garden of Believing, created by Mary Ascension Saulnier. Learn about a new shop called Paper, which is taking over the old F*ART space, right next to the Garden. And get the slice about Brownstone Pizza from Daily Nosh guy Dave Klotz.
See ya around town!
Apryl and Laurel
Episode Twelve
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by Blue Hen Vietnamese Kitchen, located at 1743 Colorado Boulevard in Eagle Rock. Blue Hen supports local farms and organic farming principles.
And by TERA, The Eagle Rock Association — Invest in Your Community. To find out more about TERA or to become a member visit their website at www.TERA90041.org.
Happy Fall Everyone!
In this episode you’ll find out about a new development of lofts being built on Colorado Boulevard near the 134 freeway and hear about a couple of Eagle Rock events happening in October — TERA’s Eclectic Home Tour and the Center for the Arts’ Music Festival. We talk to Music Fest organizers Brian Martinez and Renee Dominique. Plus, we sample a snippet from headlining band Under the Influence of Giants‘ latest CD.
You’ll also meet this month’s Meet Your Neighbor — Jennifer Merrick of Gather Parties and Catering — who has some great ideas for fall-themed parties. And find out about Eagle Rock’s soul when our Daily Nosh guy, Dave Klotz, reviews Larkin’s.
And, finally, we just discovered this really cool tool on Daily Candy that makes meeting up with Westside friends a bit easier. This new site will help you find the perfect place to meet in the middle — whether it’s for coffee, brunch, dinner or drinks. Check it out: a.placebetween.us
See ya around town!
Apryl and Laurel
Episode Eleven
This episode of Eagle Rock Talk is sponsored by Blue Hen Vietnamese Kitchen, located at 1743 Colorado Boulevard in Eagle Rock. Blue Hen supports local farms and organic farming principles.
Hard to believe the end of summer is here. Hope everyone had a good one!
We’re glad to be back — we’ve got lots of things to tell you about in this episode. Elements Kitchen, a caterer and lunch spot in Pasadena, is moving to town. And there’s tons of outdoor space being created for public use in our area — from the groundbreaking of Eagle Rock Canyon to the opening of Garvanza Skate Park. Plus, we talk to Melanie Winter, director of The LA River Project about the parks and plans along our stretch of the LA River, known as the Glendale Narrows. You’ll also meet your neighbor, Rainey Jacobs, owner of the vintage clothing boutique Lucy Finch. Plus, you’ll get the scoop on our new watering holes from Dave Klotz, the Daily Nosh guy — who takes us on a York Boulevard pub crawl. And, finally, hear about some great summertime refreshments: rosés from the Armchair Chef, and my new favorite treat — raspados from Raspados del Parke in Highland Park.
See ya around town! Happy Labor Day!
Apryl and Laurel
