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In today's newsletter:
- Why a West Hollywood advisory board seat suddenly sits in question
- How women now hold nearly every top job at City Hall
- Is Connie & Ted’s about to serve its last chowder?
Also on today's calendar: Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Los Angeles! and 2 more events.
Find out what's happening in West Hollywoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in West Hollywoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Friday: Cloudy with a shower in spots, with a high of 67 and low of 59 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, showers around; cool, temps: high: 63, low: 56.
- Sunday: Cloudy, showers around; cool, with a high of 62 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. West Hollywood Social Justice Advisory Board Member Arrested on Felony Charge for Domestic Violence (wehotimes.com) — A West Hollywood Social Justice Advisory Board member was recently arrested in the city on a felony domestic-violence-related charge and booked at the West Hollywood Sheriff’s Station. Officials say details remain limited, and they emphasize that all charges are allegations while encouraging residents to share any information anonymously through Crime Stoppers or local law enforcement channels. 
2. Women Leaders Hold West Hollywood's Top Jobs (wehoonline.com) — West Hollywood residents are seeing women in nearly every top City Hall role, from incoming City Manager Jackie Rocco to the city attorney, public works director, and city clerk. The piece spotlights how these longtime insiders shape services, infrastructure, business support, and public safety, underscoring how women now guide many of the city’s most influential departments and priorities.
3. Connie & Ted's On Its Final Voyage (wehoonline.com) — West Hollywood diners may soon lose Connie & Ted’s, as the beloved seafood spot on Santa Monica Boulevard is now listed for lease, though it remains open and taking reservations for now. The restaurant, inspired by the founders’ New England family story, has operated in its sole West Hollywood location since 2013.
4. Here are over 100 L.A. restaurant closures in 2025. Many just couldn't ‘make this work anymore' (latimes.com subscription) — Several beloved West Hollywood restaurants, including Amour, Chin Chin, Le Petit Four, Stella, MXO and others, shut their doors in 2025 amid fires, rising costs, and falling foot traffic. While some operators are pivoting to catering, pop‑ups, or new concepts elsewhere, these closures mark a major shakeup on the Sunset Strip and nearby neighborhoods that regulars will feel for years.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in West Hollywood
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★ Featured events ★
- Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Los Angeles!
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX, 5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles
7:30 pm
Thursday January 15
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Other local events
- Storyteller Arnold Wiess Presents: Because of You, John
Robertson Branch Library
2:00 pm - Walk-In Tutoring With Sapna
Robertson Branch Library
6:00 pm - Adult Literacy Walk-in Tutoring
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library
4:00 pm - English Conversation Class
Will & Ariel Durant Branch Library
10:00 am
Sunday January 4
Monday January 5
Tuesday January 6
Saturday January 10
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Free Income Tax Preparation and Filing
North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library
1:50 pm - Family Games
Grandview Library -
2:00 pm - Viajero del Tiempo/Time Traveler
Glendale Central Library - - Tennis for Tiny Tots - January
Edward Vincent Jr. Park , 700 Warren Ln , Inglewood
9:00 am - Let's Get Fit! – for beginners and Seniors (January) - Culver City, CA 2026
Veterans Memorial Building , 4117 Overland Ave , Culver City
9:30 am - Armenian Storytime
Glendale Central Library -
10:30 am - Ornament Exchange
Montrose Library -
12:00 pm - Knitting and Crochet Club
Harbor Gateway Branch Library Harbor City -
1:00 pm
Friday January 2
Saturday January 3
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