Laguna Beach, CA|News|
Last Week For Laguna Beach Art Festivals & Free Summer Trolley
Art-A-Fair, Sawdust, Festival of Arts & Pageant of the Masters all close this weekend; the summer trolleys end their runs on Monday.
Lisa Black, Patch Staff
California: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in California are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Laguna Beach, CA|News|
Laguna Dance Festival Re-Emerges At Thursday's Art Walk
Three LA-based dancers will perform solos in relation to architectural movement within the Steele Gallery at Laguna Art Museum.
Lisa Black, Patch Staff
Venice-Mar Vista, CA|News|
'Worldwide' Anti-Vaccine Mandate Rally Expected To Draw Crowds
Police plan to increase patrols this weekend ahead of a rally planned by people against COVID-19 vaccine mandates at the Santa Monica Pier.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Santa Monica Police Increase Presence Ahead Of Anti-Vaccine Rally
Police plan to increase patrols this weekend ahead of a rally planned by people against COVID-19 vaccine mandates at the Santa Monica Pier.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|News|
KX FM's T-Shirt Design Winner Revealed At Music-Filled Party
The local station threw a bash with live music for members, sponsors, design finalists and a slew of its volunteer DJs.
Lisa Black, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Disney Store Closing Soon In The South Bay
The Disney store in Torrance is among nearly 60 stores set to close by Sept. 15.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Photos: Open Main Street Draws Hundreds To Santa Monica
Open Main Street closed down the road for cars and opened it up to locals this weekend in Dogtown.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Terranea Resort To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Terranea Resort will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for people ages 12 and older next month. Here's how to sign up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
A Mother's Dying Wish Comes True As Her Daughter Weds (Photos)
Nina Heard had one dying wish: to watch her daughter walk down the aisle. Nurses and hospital staff stepped in to make it happen.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
SMMUSD To Begin Required COVID-19 Testing For Students
Students in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District will have mandatory COVID-19 testing starting this week.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
5 Things To Know About Coronavirus Booster Shots In CA
Federal officials gave the green light for Americans to begin receiving a third vaccine shot this week. Experts explain their significance.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|News|
Join 'Festival Of Arts' Celebrity Benefit Night Concert Saturday
Two celebrity hosts, a Poncho Sanchez concert, a car raffle & a performance of 2021's Pageant of the Masters all in one summer night Aug. 28
Lisa Black, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
COVID Hospitalizations Break Records In 6 California Counties
A CalMatters analysis shows more Californians are hospitalized with COVID-19 in 6 counties than any other time since the pandemic began.
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Milken Foundation Gives $1.2M In Response To Mental Health Crisis
The Milken Foundation donated $1.2M to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Westside Los Angeles. The donation will help Angelenos.
Across California|News|
What's Behind California's New Rules For Mass Events?
Starting Sept. 20, people attending indoor events with 1,000 or more guests must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.
Culver City, CA|News|
Culver City Requires Student COVID-19 Vaccines — First In CA
Culver City Unified School District could be the first district in California to require proof of COVID-19 vaccinations for students, staff.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
BeachLife Festival Will Require Vaccine Proof As Cases Rise
BeachLife Festival releases its updated health guidelines as delta variant cases rise.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Walnut Creek, CA|News|
Michelin Guide Shines Light on East Bay Restaurants
10 Bay Area restaurants are hailed as new discoveries including 3 in the East Bay. Have you already discovered these dining gems?
Bea Karnes, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
BeachLife Festival Announces Chef Lineup At Side Stage
BeachLife Festival is bringing top chefs to the DAOU side stage Sept. 10-12.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Randy's Donuts Rolls Into Santa Monica This Summer
Randy's Donuts will open in Santa Monica this month.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
PVPUSD Will Host Vaccine Clinic For Kids, Immunocompromised
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District will host a COVID-19 vaccine clinic Wednesday.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Los Gatos, CA|News|
$5K COVID Grants Available For Santa Clara Co. Small Businesses
Businesses that need help with the cost of providing paid time off for their employees to get tested or vaccinated can apply for grants.
Eric He, Patch Staff
Venice-Mar Vista, CA|News|
City-Funded Shelter In Venice Sees COVID-19 Outbreak
Thirty-five residents and two staff members of a Venice homeless shelter funded by the city of LA have tested positive for COVID-19.
Laguna Beach, CA|News|
Help-Wanted Signs Dominate On Coast Highway in Laguna Beach
There were far more job listings than open galleries on First Thursdays Art Walk on August 5 as business owners seek new employees.
Lisa Black, Patch Staff
Glendora, CA|News|
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Tuesday In Glendora
The Citrus Valley Association of Realtors will host the clinic, which will use the Pfizer vaccine.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
West Basin Water Will Require Proof Of Vaccination For Employees
West Basin Water District will require its employees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Los Alamitos-Seal Beach, CA|News|
Linens N Love Charity Founders Graduate To Next Chapter In OC
Linens N Love, developed by Placentia teen sisters, helps area homeless shelters, animal shelters & outreach centers in a sustainable way.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Palo Alto, CA|News|
'Not Just A Language': The Fight To Save Cantonese At Stanford
Stanford didn't renew the contract of its only Cantonese lecturer, so students and alumni started a movement to preserve the language there.
Eric He, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Vaccination Proof Required at SF Restaurants, Bars, Theaters
Mayor London Breed announced the requirement Thursday. The policy takes effect Friday of next week. Workers at the business will have leeway
Santa Monica, CA|News|
SMMUSD Releases Update On Masking, COVID-19 Testing, Vaccinations
SMMUSD's superintendent describes what students and parents can expect as delta variant coronavirus cases surge in Los Angeles County.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Santa Monica Restaurant Earns 2021 Wine Spectator Award
Despite unprecedented challenges due to the pandemic, 2,900 restaurants nationwide were recognized on this year’s list.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Votes To Require Vaccine Proof At Bars, Restaurants, Gyms
The Los Angeles City Council votes to prepare an ordinance requiring that people show vaccination proof before entering indoor spaces.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
How To Take Beach Cities Health District's Survey
The results will help BCHD to better understand local health needs.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Los Angeles Kings, ASEC Bring Ice Skating Back To Peninsula
The former Promenade Ice Chalet will reopen as Promenade on the Peninsula. The South Bay institution closed in the pandemic.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Santa Monica, CA|News|
Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Santa Monica: See The List
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Culver City, CA|News|
Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Culver City: See The List
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Venice-Mar Vista, CA|News|
Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Venice: See The List
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Marina Del Rey, CA|News|
Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Marina Del Rey: See The List
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Palos Verdes, CA|News|
Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Palos Verdes: See The List
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff
Redondo Beach, CA|News|
Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Redondo Beach: See The List
Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.
Nicole Charky, Patch Staff