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Weekend Events | June 13 – June 15

The weekend is here, and it’s time to enjoy all the local happenings around town! From music festivals to Father’s Day fun, there are plenty of activities to do in your neighborhood. Check out our weekend round-up below!

Los Angeles Weekend Events | June 13 – June 15

Blue Note Jazz Festival

When: June 14 – June 15 

Where: Hollywood Bowl

What: Get ready for smooth grooves and legendary performances at this summer’s Blue Note Jazz Festival, formerly known as the Playboy and Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival. Held over two days at the iconic Hollywood Bowl, the lineup includes the Isley Brothers, De La Soul, Grace Jones, Willow, Derrick Hodge, and more. Pack a picnic, bring a bottle of wine, and enjoy an unforgettable weekend of jazz under the stars.

Tarfest

When: June 14 

Where: Fairfax District 

What: Who can say no to free live music under the sun? The 22nd annual Make Music L.A. festival returns on June 14—this time at Pan Pacific Park. Enjoy performances from CHROMEQUEEN and Garth Trinidad, shop local artisan goods, feast on gourmet food truck fare, and take part in art-making, dance workshops, and cultural activities for all ages. Free admission and free parking included!

Pride Night at Dodger Stadium

When: June 13  

Where: Dodger Stadium

What: Dodger Stadium lights up in rainbow colors for its annual Pride Night, presented in partnership with LA Pride. The celebration includes a pregame party in the right field pavilion, a special-edition jersey with ticket purchase, a celebrity first pitch, and postgame fireworks after the matchup against the San Francisco Giants.

Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | June 13 – June 15 

Outdoor Movies at the Skirball

When: June 13 – June 27 

Where: The Skirball Cultural Center

What: Settle in under the stars at the Skirball Cultural Center’s courtyard for a special outdoor screening series. In connection with its Jack Kirby exhibition, the museum will show Black Panther and Captain America: The First Avenger.

Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance

When: June 15 

Where: Beverly Hills

What: Celebrate Father’s Day in style at the 30th annual Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance, a free car show featuring rare and exotic vehicles in the heart of Beverly Hills. This year’s “Luxury in Motion” theme brings supercars and hypercars from Lamborghini, McLaren, Aston Martin, and more—plus a skills demo by the Beverly Hills Police Motor Unit. All set against the iconic backdrop of Rodeo Drive.

Off the 405

When: Until June 20 

Where: Mid-City

What: Enjoy sunset views and live music at the Getty’s beloved free Saturday-night concert series, set against the stunning hilltop backdrop. This year’s lineup includes performances by SML (May 31), Madi Diaz (July 12), Empress Of (July 26), and Emile Mosseri (Aug 23). Arrive after 3pm for discounted parking and time to explore the exhibits before the show.

San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | June 13 – June 15 

‘Pee-wee’s Big Adventure’ 40th Anniversary Reunion

When: June 14 

Where: California Institute of the Arts, McBean Parkway, Santa Clarita

What: Celebrate 40 years of Pee-wee’s Big Adventure with a special anniversary screening at the Alex Theatre, featuring a cast Q&A and live string quartet performing Danny Elfman’s iconic score. While Paul Reubens is no longer with us, stars E.G. Daily, Diane Salinger, Mark Holton, and writer Michael Varhol will be on hand to honor his legacy. Expect themed photo ops, nostalgia, and a good cause—50% of ticket proceeds benefit Stand Up to Cancer.

Connie Presented by the Dumas-Stenson Thespians

When: June 12 

Where: The MAIN | 24266 Main Street | Santa Clarita

What: The Dumas-Stenson Thespians return to The MAIN this summer with their gripping new production, Connie. Follow Connie’s emotional journey as she navigates life after her husband’s death and faces choices that could unravel her family. Don’t miss this powerful story of love, loss, and resilience.

Skate for the People: ALL SKATE PURPLE RAIN

When: June 14  

Where: LA Kings Burbank Sports Center

What: Roll into summer with Skate for the People: All Skate – Purple Rain Date on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 5–9 p.m. at the LA Kings Burbank Sports Center. Groove to Prince-inspired sets and more from Rogue Rollers & friends, enjoy food, drinks, free parking, and an all-levels welcome vibe—plus skate rentals on site. Bring your blankets, your best moves, and your crew (even the dog) for a night of music, skating, and community fun!

Conejo Valley Weekend Events | June 13 – June 15 

Summer Season at Theatricum Botanicum

When: Until October 12 

Where: Topanga 

What: For over 50 years, this open-air amphitheater in Topanga Canyon has enchanted audiences with its intimate, nature-filled setting and diverse productions. This season, themed “A Season of Resilience,” features Much Ado About Nothing, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a Malibu-inspired take on The Seagull, and Strife by Nobel laureate John Galsworthy. Perfect for theater lovers of all ages.

Thousand Oaks Pop-Up Arts & Music Fest

When: Until June 28   

Where: Spring Meadow Park, 3283 Spring Meadow Ave

What: The City of Thousand Oaks’ Pop-Up Arts & Music Festival returns June 6–28, bringing free performances to parks and public spaces every Friday and Saturday. Enjoy live music, theater, and dance under the stars—no tickets needed. Just bring a blanket, some snacks, and soak up the summer entertainment all month long.

Father’s Day Car Show at Channel Islands Harbor

When: June 15 

Where: Channel Islands Harbor | 3900 Pelican Way, Oxnard

What: Celebrate Father’s Day at the Channel Islands Harbor Car Show on Sunday, June 15, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy a vibrant mix of custom cars, hot rods, low riders, motorcycles, and classics, plus food trucks, live music, raffles, and vendors—all benefiting Food Share of Ventura County. Don’t miss the nearby Father’s Day celebration at the Channel Islands Maritime Museum, featuring classic cars and boats.

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From Apple’s Latest UI to Starbucks AI Barista and More! | Tech News

Stay in the loop with the latest tech headlines from across the web. From Apple’s bold UI overhaul to Starbucks AI barista, we have the stories you won’t want to miss. Read on for in-depth insights on the innovations shaping our digital landscape this week.

Apple Unveils “Liquid Glass” UI Across All Platforms

At WWDC 2025, Apple rolled out its “Liquid Glass” design language—a sleek, translucent aesthetic debuting in iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS, VisionOS, and CarPlay. The update brings dynamic depth and translucency to system interfaces, unifying the user experience across devices. On the iPad, Apple introduced true windowed multitasking with a Mac-style menu bar and fluid app resizing, finally closing the gap between tablet and desktop workflows. The revamped Files app adds a detailed list view, and the new Preview app offers native PDF editing with Apple Pencil support. Across all platforms, on-device Apple Intelligence now powers features like live language translation in FaceTime and contextual shortcuts, all while keeping user data private. A public beta is available next month, with full release expected this fall.

OpenAI’s Vision for ChatGPT as “Super Assistant”

Insider reports reveal OpenAI’s ambitious plan to evolve ChatGPT into a deeply personalized “super assistant” that integrates seamlessly into daily life. The roadmap includes hardware integration—potentially via wearables or dedicated devices—and enhanced multimodal capabilities to process text, voice, and image inputs. ChatGPT’s contextual memory will improve over time, learning user preferences for email drafting, scheduling, and personal research without repeated setup. Future agentic features aim to enable the model to autonomously complete complex tasks, like booking travel or coordinating team projects, with minimal user prompts. Privacy and security measures will be baked in, giving users control over what data is stored or shared. This vision positions ChatGPT to become a central productivity hub, blurring the lines between a chatbot and a true digital concierge.

Starbucks Pilots AI Barista Chatbots to Speed Service

Starbucks, in partnership with Microsoft’s Azure OpenAI, has begun testing “Green Dot Assist” chatbots in 35 U.S. locations. The Starbucks chatbot is slated to begin a nationwide rollout next year. These AI Starbucks baristas can upsell pastries, answer menu questions, and suggest custom drink pairings. Likewise, the chatbots would do so based on customer history, aiming to streamline order times and reduce staff load. Using real-time speech recognition, the Starbucks system personalizes interactions—greeting regulars by name and recalling past preferences. Early trials show a 10% increase in average transaction value and a modest reduction in peak-hour wait times. The Starbucks experiment also feeds data back to human baristas, helping them learn which suggestions resonate most. If successful, this could redefine the coffee-shop experience, blending high-tech convenience with the familiar café vibe.

Nvidia Advances Industrial AI with RTX 50 Series & Germany Cloud

At its Paris GTC event, Nvidia unveiled the Blackwell-based GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs, led by the flagship RTX 5090 with GDDR7 memory and next-gen ray-tracing performance. These cards promise up to 30% faster AI training speeds and smoother real-time rendering for creators and gamers alike. Simultaneously, Nvidia announced plans to build Europe’s first industrial-scale AI cloud in Germany, powered by thousands of GPU-accelerated DGX systems. This facility will serve research institutions and enterprises across the continent, meeting strict data-sovereignty and privacy requirements. Together, these desktop and cloud initiatives reaffirm Nvidia’s leadership in AI compute, addressing everything from individual developers to large-scale enterprise workloads. Early adopters report significant performance gains in large-language-model fine-tuning and generative design applications.

Tesla’s Robotaxi Service Gears Up in Austin

Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla’s fully autonomous robotaxi service will launch its public beta in Austin on June 22, operating without human safety drivers. The service will initially serve select downtown zones, with rides hailed via the Tesla app and billed by the minute. Regulatory approval remains pending, but early demos have shown the fleet navigating complex city streets and unprotected left turns. Tesla asserts that its FSD Beta software has achieved over 5 million miles of real-world driving data, which it uses to refine neural-net decision-making. Analysts will scrutinize passenger safety and satisfaction metrics closely, as Tesla aims to prove the viability of driverless ride-hailing. If successful, this rollout could usher in a new era of shared autonomous mobility.

Nintendo Switch 2 Breaks Records with 3.5 M Sold in Four Days

Nintendo’s hybrid next-gen console, the Switch 2, launched on June 5 and sold over 3.5 million units in just four days—the fastest start in the company’s history. Upgrades include a 7-inch OLED display at 120 Hz, 4K docked output, and haptic-feedback Joy-Cons for immersive gameplay. Launch titles like Mario Kart World and Zelda: Echoes of Time showcase the hardware’s power. Of course, a new online subscription tier offers streaming of GameCube classics as well. Nintendo says strong demand will keep production ramps high through the summer. Likewise, Nintendo is already teasing a Major League Baseball title timed for the World Series season.

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Mortgage Rate Update | June 12, 2025

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of June 5, 2025, were as follows:

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.84%, nearly unchanged from 6.85% last week. The 15-year fixed was 5.97%, nearly unchanged from 5.99% last week.

The graph below shows the trajectory of mortgage rates over the past year.

Freddie Mac was chartered by Congress in 1970 to keep money flowing to mortgage lenders in support of homeownership and rental housing. Their mandate is to provide liquidity, stability, and affordability to the U.S.

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The Top Restaurants Near Every Music Venue | LA Eats

Los Angeles is a city that dines early, sings late, and hates sitting in traffic between the two. The smartest play before a concert? Book a table you can walk to. Below, you’ll find ten destination restaurants—organized by nearby music venue—that let you savor dinner, ditch the parking headache, and still make the opening act. Each pick delivers crowd-pleasing menus, reserved-seat convenience, and the kind of atmosphere that keeps the night buzzing long after the encore.

Pasadena’s Rose Bowl — Bone Kettle

A fragrant 36-hour bone broth anchors the Indonesian-inspired ramen at Bone Kettle, just ten minutes from the stadium. Start with oxtail dumplings, then level up to the signature beef bone ramen before your favorite headliner takes the field.

Arts District’s Resident — Girl & the Goat

Chef Stephanie Izard’s sprawling outpost makes sharing plates an art form—crispy shrimp with sesame aioli, grilled pork belly over rice, and goat-milk caramel soft-serve. A six-minute walk brings you from the bustling bar to the Resident’s outdoor stage. 

Music Center & Disney Hall — San Laurel

Inside the Conrad Los Angeles, José Andrés melds Spanish coastal flavors with SoCal produce: lobster salpicón, mole-rubbed lamb, and vermicelli mac-and-cheese. Reserve the terrace for Walt Disney Concert Hall views before a symphony or Broadway tour.

Crypto.com Arena — Joyce

Joyce channels Charleston charm—think buttermilk catfish, crawfish hushpuppies, and a zero-waste cocktail list—inside an art-lined dining room less than a mile from the arena’s main gates. Perfect for Lakers, Kings, or arena-tour nights. 

Silver Lake’s Los Globos — Pijja Palace

The city’s trendiest Indian sports bar slings green-chile “pijja,” dosa-battered onion rings, and cardamom highballs. It’s a 10-minute stroll to the storied dance floor at Los Globos—ideal for stretching your legs before you start moving them. 

USC’s Shrine Auditorium — Holbox

Chef Gilberto Cetina dresses pristine seafood with Yucatán heat: uni-topped yellowtail tostadas, shrimp cocktails thick with avocado, and scallops al carbón. The stall inside Mercado La Paloma sits half a mile from the Shrine’s historic music stage.

Greek Theatre — House of Pies

This retro diner (open 7 a.m.–1 a.m.) fuels Griffith Park shows with chicken pot pie, fish-and-chips, and a roster of fruit pies—strawberry, key lime, even peach. Open late enough to reward your hike back down the hill. 

Wiltern — Quarters Korean BBQ

Order meats by the quarter-pound—prime ribeye, pork jowl—plus kimchi pancake and soju slushies at this lively K-BBQ house. Late-night hours make it the ultimate post-show grill session just steps from Wilshire’s neon landmark.

Hollywood Forever Cemetery — Kuya Lord

James Beard winner Maynard Llera plates family-style Filipino fare—slow-roasted lechon belly, longanisa sausage, pancit chami—for dine-in or takeaway. It’s the move before Cinespia screenings or indie music concerts on the cemetery lawn.

Hollywood Bowl — Linden

Chef Jonathan Harris fronts a seasonal menu. Endulge in smoked jerk duck, prawns over polenta, stellar bread with schmaltz cream cheese—just minutes from the Bowl. Book a 5 p.m. seating, finish by 6:15, and ride-share straight to your seat before the overture at LA’s favorite music venue.

Quick Tips for a No-Stress Dinner-and-Music Night
  1. Park Once: Choose a restaurant within a 10-minute walk to avoid stacked venue lots. 
  2. Reserve Early: Pre-show prime times (5–6:30 p.m.) vanish fast—book two weeks out for weekends. 
  3. Order Decisively: Tell servers you have tickets; most spots can pace a three-course meal in 75 minutes. 
  4. Take Dessert to Go: Hand pies from House of Pies or doughnuts from Girl & the Goat make ideal post-concert treats en route home. 

Whether you’re catching an arena megastar or an intimate club set, we have you covered on pre-show bites. Check them out and ensure the culinary portion of your night hits every high note—no detours required!

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Summer Concert Season 2025 | Out & About

Los Angeles owns open-air music, and the 2025 concert season does not disappoint. From the Hollywood Bowl showstoppers to powerhouse lineups at the Greek Theatre and The Ford, summer sound has arrived. Enjoy classical showpieces, nostalgia tours, and family matinees from late June through September.  Likewise, this city’s summer shows turn warm nights into unforgettable soundtracks. Below, find the marquee dates, standout programs, and practical advice to score the best seats, beat the traffic, and dine in style.

Hollywood Bowl: The 2025 Concert Season Headlines

Big Stages, Big Acts: June Highlights

The 103rd season shifts into high gear Thursday, June 12, when folk-rock giants Mumford & Sons make their long-awaited Bowl return with new music.

Jazz lovers should block Saturday–Sunday, June 14–15, for the Blue Note Jazz Festival, a two-day summit of all-stars and surprise guests curated by the famed New York.

July’s Fireworks and Classical Pride

Independence week brings the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & Fire, July 2–4—the funkiest way to celebrate under red-white-and-blue bursts. A week later, on Thursday, July 10, the LA Phil presents “Classical Pride,” an all-LGBTQ+ program under conductor Oliver Zeffman featuring Bernstein, Higdon, and Tchaikovsky.

Of course, the always-sold-out Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks is a must. Secure your spot as sound and fireworks light up the amphitheater Friday–Saturday, July 18–19; conductor Carlos Miguel Prieto joins the San Francisco Ballet for an explosive 1812 Overture complete with cannons.

August Blockbusters with Dudamel and Broadway Stars

Summer musicals return Friday–Sunday, August 1–3, with Cynthia Erivo and Adam Lambert co-starring in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar—the Bowl’s first fully staged musical since 2019. Movie nights roar back Friday–Saturday, August 8–9, when Jurassic Park in Concert screens in HD while Dudamel leads John Williams’ score live to picture. The season’s signature film-and-fireworks gala, “Maestro of the Movies,” honors John Williams Friday–Sunday, August 22–24, with the composer in attendance and plenty of lightsabers and pyrotechnics.

From Mumford and Sons to John Williams’ cinematic fireworks and Dudamel’s globe-spanning symphonies, the Hollywood Bowl promises a soundtrack as diverse as Los Angeles itself. Secure tickets now—summer’s biggest stage waits for no one. 

Greek Theatre: Nostalgia and Genre-Hopping Concert Experiences

June’s Pop and Rock Crowd-Pleasers

Griffith Park’s beloved 5,900-seat bowl starts strong with Barenaked Ladies’ “Last Summer on Earth” tour on June 22, followed by crooner James Blunt celebrating twenty years of Back to Bedlam on June 27.

Diverse Mid-Summer Offerings

Indie darlings Peach Pit and Briston Maroney share a double bill on June 19, while country icon Brad Paisley rolls into town August 15 with his Truck Still Works Tour, bringing honky-tonk sing-alongs beneath the pines.

VIP Tips

“Premium Experience” packages bundle preferred parking, express entry, and lounge access with private restrooms—worth it on sold-out weekend nights.

The Ford: Intimate Evenings and Family Days

Headline Anniversary Concert

The Ford launches its 2025 season July 18 with The Pharcyde & Friends, commemorating 30 years of Labcabincalifornia in a 1,200-seat canyon setting where no row feels far from the stage.

LA Soundscapes Family Concerts

Sunday mornings belong to LA Soundscapes, a series of kid-friendly shows paired with art activities—look for Punk Kids LA! on July 20 and WonderLAnd! on August 17. Bring blankets and DIY picnics; outside food is welcome.

Perfect Picnic Spot

Arrive when gates open (6:30 p.m. evenings, 10:30 a.m. for Soundscapes) to claim terrace tables. The Ford’s sloped seating and eucalyptus backdrop provide natural acoustics and scented breezes.

Ticketing, Transit, and Dining Strategy for Your Summer Concert Outing

Booking Windows
  • Hollywood Bowl: On-sale now; subscription packages save 20 percent on five or more shows.
  • Greek Theatre: Rolling on-sale—follow the venue’s newsletter for presale codes.
  • The Ford: Individual tickets released monthly; family concerts under $10 for kids.

Getting There Without Gridlock

  • Metro B-Line to Hollywood/Highland, plus the free Bowl shuttle, beats stacked parking queues.
  • Union Station Express buses service the Greek and the Ford on major nights. Likewise, this offers you the ability to leave your car downtown and bypass canyon traffic.
  • Rideshare drop-offs sit outside closure zones—budget a ten-minute walk and comfortable shoes.

Dining Upgrades 

  • Bowl: Three on-site restaurants from James-Beard winners Goin and Styne.
  • Greek: New VIP Terrace offers chef-curated grazing boards.
  • Ford: BYO charcuterie or grab street-style tacos from on-site stands.

Final Notes

With blockbuster films-in-concert and family puppet shows, LA’s open-air stages invite every Angeleno to find their perfect soundtrack. Likewise, be sure to secure those dates, plan your picnic, and let warm nights roll by in a symphony sound! 

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Smart Summer Irrigation & Landscaping | Home Tips

Southern California’s dry summers can wreak havoc on even the most meticulously maintained grounds. Yet cutting water use doesn’t have to mean sacrificing lush curb appeal. By integrating smart irrigation systems, selecting drought-tolerant plants, and rethinking hardscape, luxury homeowners can lower utility bills, safeguard their investment, and maintain market-ready exteriors, no matter how long the dry spell lasts.

Upgrade Your Irrigation Technology

Install a Weather-Based Controller

Modern Wi-Fi controllers sync with real-time meteorological data and soil-moisture sensors, watering only when plants truly need a drink. Many local utilities offer rebates that slash payback periods to under two years—a smart financial move for any upscale property.

Switch to High-Efficiency Nozzles

Pressure-regulated rotating nozzles deliver larger droplets that resist wind drift, cutting evaporation by up to 30 percent. Pair them with drip tubing around specimen trees and deep garden beds for targeted hydration with minimal waste.

Add Real-Time Monitoring and Backup Power

Leak-detection alerts ping your phone the moment a line fails, while integrated battery backups keep valves closed during power outages—critical for preventing over-watering and landscape damage when the grid is down.

Design With Drought-Tolerant Planting

Choose California Natives

Species like manzanita, ceanothus, and coastal sages are adapted to the region’s climate, thriving on minimal irrigation and supporting local pollinators. In shaded courtyards, evergreen hellebores and coral bells provide year-round color without guzzling water.

Group by Water Zone

Arrange plants with similar moisture needs together. High-impact accents such as citrus trees can stay on their own drip circuit, while ornamental grasses occupy a lower-use zone that waters just once a week in peak summer.

Elevate Your Hardscape

Replace Thirsty Lawn Patches

Trade high-maintenance turf for permeable pavers, gravel courtyards, or artificial putting greens. These features slash irrigation demand and can earn stormwater credits in many Los Angeles jurisdictions.

Incorporate Shade Structures

Motorized louvered pergolas, retractable awnings, and UV-reflective cabanas lower surrounding temperatures by up to 15 degrees, easing stress on both plants and patio furniture.

Illuminate Efficiently

Low-voltage LED uplights showcase sculptural agaves or specimen olive trees after dusk, using a fraction of traditional lighting energy and reducing nighttime heat.

Annual Maintenance Checklist

  1. Spring: Audit irrigation zones; clean filters and replace clogged emitters.
  2. Summer: Update controller schedules to align with rising temperatures; inspect for leaks.
  3. Fall: Top-dress beds with two inches of organic mulch to lock in moisture before winter.
  4. Winter: Prune dormant shrubs; test backup battery systems and replace if capacity has dropped.

The Luxury of Sustainability

Embracing smart irrigation systems and drought-savvy design turns water conservation from a mandated chore into an elegant lifestyle upgrade. By pairing intelligent tech with native flora and refined hardscape, you’ll keep your estate verdant, resilient, and ready for the next buyer walk-through—all while doing your part for California’s precious water supply.

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Economic Update | Week Ending June 7, 2025

Strong job report lifts stocks but pushes mortgage rates and bond yields higher – The Department of Labor and Statistics reported that 139,000 new jobs were added in May, exceeding economists’ expectations of 120,000 new jobs. The unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2%. Average hourly wages increased 3.9% year-over-year, up from a 3.8% year-over-year increase in April. On Wednesday, ADP, the world’s largest payroll company, estimated that only 37,000 new jobs were added in May. With the job market appearing to slow, stocks, bond yields, and mortgage rates dropped. For example, on Tuesday the 10-year treasury bond yield was 4.46% and dropped to 4.36% on Wednesday after the ADP report was announced. Unfortunately, everyone realized that ADP was way off again when Friday’s jobs report from The Department of Labor and Statistics showed 139,000 new jobs created in May, not the 37,000 ADP estimated. The 10-year jumped to 4.51% to close the week. Since mortgage rates follow bond yields those rose as well. Stocks also rallied as more people working at higher wages is good for the economy.

Stock markets finished higher again this week – Stock markets were in correction territory in April. Major indexes were down 12% – 17% on April 11 from December 31, but now they have rebounded to where they were at the start of the year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed the week at 42,762.87, up 1.2% from 42,270.07 last week. It is down 4% from 44,544.66 on December 31, 2024. The S&P 500 closed the week at 6,000.36, up 1.5% from 5,911.51 last week. The S&P is down 0.7% from 6,040.53 on December 31, 2024. The Nasdaq closed the week at 19,529.95, up 2.2%from 19,113.77 last week. It is down 0.5% from 19,627.44 on December 31, 2024.

U.S. Treasury bond yields – Bond yields jumped on Friday after investors learned that 139,000 new jobs were added in May and wages increased. The 10-year treasury bond closed the week yielding 4.51%, up from 4.41% last week. The 30-year treasury bond yield ended the week at 4.97%, up from 4.92% last week. We watch bond yields because mortgage rates follow bond yields.

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of June 5, 2025, were as follows: The 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.85%, down from 6.89% last week. The 15-year fixed was 5.99%, down from 6.03% last week. The graph below shows the trajectory of mortgage rates over the past year.

The graph below shows the trajectory of mortgage rates over the past year.

Have a Great Weekend!
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Mortgage Rate Update | June 5, 2025

Mortgage rates – Every Thursday Freddie Mac publishes interest rates based on a survey of mortgage lenders throughout the week. The Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Survey reported that mortgage rates for the most popular loan products as of June 5, 2025, were as follows:

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 6.85%, down from 6.89% last week. The 15-year fixed was 5.99%, down from 6.03% last week.

The graph below shows the trajectory of mortgage rates over the past year.

Freddie Mac was chartered by Congress in 1970 to keep money flowing to mortgage lenders in support of homeownership and rental housing. Their mandate is to provide liquidity, stability, and affordability to the U.S.

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Weekend Events | June 6 – June 8

Enjoy all that June has to offer! From music festivals to film screenings and more, there is plenty of fun taking place around town. Check out the local happenings going on June 6 through June 8.

Los Angeles Weekend Events | June 6 – June 8

Street Food Cinema

When: Until October 31 

Where: Griffith Park

What: Street Food Cinema brings the ultimate dinner-and-a-movie experience to outdoor venues across L.A. with film screenings, gourmet food trucks, and live music all in one festive night. The series runs through October, and many locations are dog-friendly—so bring a blanket, your appetite, and even your pup.

Jeffrey Gibson: the space in which to place me

When: Until September 28 

Where: Downtown 

What: The Broad presents a vibrant new exhibition by Jeffrey Gibson, the first Indigenous artist to represent the U.S. with a solo show at the Venice Biennale. Featuring paintings, sculptures, murals, and a video installation, the show transforms the first-floor galleries into a colorful, immersive tribute to identity and resistance. Expect additional performances, talks, and workshops throughout the run.

Jazz @ LACMA

When: Until June 20 

Where: Mid-City

What: A beloved L.A. tradition, Jazz at LACMA brings free live jazz to the museum’s welcome plaza every Friday evening throughout the summer. Grab a seat in the plaza (first-come, first-served) or picnic on the lawn and enjoy performances from jazz greats past and present, just behind the iconic Urban Light installation.

Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | June 5 – June 7 

Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity 

When: Until March 1, 2026 

Where: Long Beach

What: The Skirball’s newest exhibition explores the extraordinary six-decade career of comic book legend Jack Kirby, co-creator of iconic characters like Captain America, Black Panther, and the X-Men. Beyond the panels, discover Kirby’s story as a first-generation Jewish American, WWII veteran, and devoted family man. The exhibit features original comic art and rarely seen works on view for the first time.

Off the 405

When: Until June 20 

Where: Mid-City

What: Enjoy sunset views and live music at the Getty’s beloved free Saturday-night concert series, set against the stunning hilltop backdrop. This year’s lineup includes performances by SML (May 31), Madi Diaz (July 12), Empress Of (July 26), and Emile Mosseri (Aug 23). Arrive after 3pm for discounted parking and time to explore the exhibits before the show.

Garden Party at the Culver Hotel

When: Until June 7 

Where: Culver City

What: The historic Culver Hotel is launching weekly floral-forward garden parties, kicking off on Memorial Day weekend and running through Labor Day. At the furry-friend-friendly Saturday series, your pup can enjoy a “barcuterie” board of snacks while you sip summer spritzes, yuzu-spiked Arnold Palmers, and punch. Meanwhile, canapés like coconut ceviche, avocado tartine and tuna on crispy rice will be presented in vintage birdcages. A live DJ will provide an ambient soundtrack, and a pop-up flower bar will be on hand offering bespoke bouquets.

San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | June 5 – June 7 

Summer Breeze Music Festival

When: June 7 

Where: California Institute of the Arts, McBean Parkway, Santa Clarita

What: Soak up the sun and the sounds at the Summer Breeze Music Festival, a weekend of great vibes, live music, and unforgettable moments. Enjoy performances by Grammy-winning saxophonist Tom Scott, Tower of Power’s Greg Adams, The Voice winner Alisan Porter, and anitaL—plus tasty food and good company. A summer celebration you won’t want to miss!

BOOK LAUNCH: Florida Water w/ aja monet & Robin D. G. Kelley

When: June 7 

Where: TreePeople | 12601 Mulholland Drive

What: On May 31, South Glendale Avenue will turn into a vibrant, car-free zone for Let’s Go Glendale, a new open-streets event inspired by CicLAvia. Stroll, bike, or roll through the neighborhood while enjoying live music, local shops, and tasty eats. The event is free and pet-friendly—just make sure your pup is on a leash!

On Swift Horses – Complimentary Screening

When: June 8 

Where: AMC Burbank 16 | 125 East Palm Avenue, Burbank

What: Be among the first to see On Swift Horses, based on the novel by Shannon Pufahl. Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Will Poulter, and Jacob Elordi, this sweeping drama follows Muriel and Lee as they start a new life in post-war California—until the arrival of Lee’s enigmatic brother, Julius, sets off a chain of secrets, forbidden desires, and high-stakes gambles. Admission is complimentary.

Conejo Valley Weekend Events | June 5 – June 7 

Ojai Music Festival

When: June 6 – June 8 

Where: Ojai | Various locations

What: For over 70 years, the Ojai Music Festival has been a hub of bold experimentation and artistic discovery. Each year, a new music director curates four days of imaginative performances, embracing Ojai’s spirit of curiosity and creative freedom. Set against a stunning natural backdrop, the festival invites audiences to experience music that challenges boundaries and redefines tradition.

Thousand Oaks Pop-Up Arts & Music Fest

When: June 7  

Where: Spring Meadow Park, 3283 Spring Meadow Ave

What: The City of Thousand Oaks’ Pop-Up Arts & Music Festival returns June 6–28, bringing free performances to parks and public spaces every Friday and Saturday. Enjoy live music, theater, and dance under the stars—no tickets needed. Just bring a blanket, some snacks, and soak up the summer entertainment all month long.

Sun Sets Summer Concert Series at Calabasas Lake

When: June 8 

Where: 23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas

What: Enjoy live music by the water at the 2025 Summer Sun Sets Concert Series at Calabasas Lake, held Sunday evenings starting at 6 p.m. This free series offers rare public access to the scenic lake, with plenty of space for picnicking—just bring a blanket or lawn chair. Entry is at the Calabasas Tennis & Swim Center, 23400 Park Sorrento.

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From Meta’s Disney Deal to Fi Series 3 and More! | Tech News

Stay connected with the tech news of the week! From Meta’s Disney Deal to Fi Series 3 and more, we have you covered on the latest updates. Read on and check out what’s happening across the World Wide Web in this week’s blog.

Meta Eyes Disney and A24 Deals for Mid-Priced “Loma” XR Glasses

Meta is reportedly courting Disney and indie studio A24 for exclusive films and shows to premiere on “Loma,” a lightweight, glasses-style headset that uses a pocket-sized compute puck and may evolve from Meta’s rumored “Puffin” prototype. According to The Wall Street Journal, the company wants both new and legacy titles as VR or timed exclusives to set Loma apart, pricing the device above the $300 Quest line yet well below Apple’s $3,500 Vision Pro.

Apple Poised to Unveil AirPods Camera-Shutter, Sleep-Pause, and “Studio Mic” Upgrades at WWDC 2025

According to 9to5Mac, Apple will use its June 9th WWDC keynote to showcase a major AirPods update that turns the earbuds into remote camera controls—letting users snap iPhone or iPad photos by tapping the stems—while also adding automatic audio-pause when wearers fall asleep, expanded head-gesture volume tweaks beyond Conversation Awareness, a “studio-quality” microphone mode that cleans up background noise, and a streamlined pairing flow for students sharing classroom iPads.

Washington Post Tests “Ember” AI Coach to Let Freelancers, Substackers, and Amateur Writers Publish Free Opinion Columns

The Washington Post is reportedly developing “Ripple,” an initiative that will accept outside opinion pieces—from Substack creators to first-time columnists—and guide contributors with an AI writing assistant called Ember. The tool offers a story-strength meter, outlines key components (early thesis, supporting points, memorable ending), and poses developmental prompts, automating some tasks typically handled by human editors; finished articles will still undergo editorial review. The Post hopes to secure its first content partners this summer, with public testing of Ember slated for fall, and plans to make these AI-assisted op-eds available free on its site and app as it seeks to broaden the paper’s opinion breadth and attract new voices.

Anker Solix F3000: Portable 3.1 kWh Power Station With 2,400 W Solar Input, 3,600 W Output, and Home-Backup Expansion

Anker’s new Solix F3000 rolling power station packs a 3.1 kWh LFP battery and a 3,600 W inverter that can surge to 7,200 W. Designed for vanlife, RVs, and home backup, the 91.5-lb unit accepts up to 2,400 W of solar (165 V/60 V). In addition, it includes an EV-charger and gas-generator input, or full home passthrough via a smart meter and inlet box, while a new sleep mode cuts idle drain to 24.4 W—enough to power a fridge for nearly two days. Ports include four 120 V/20 A AC, one 30 A RV plug, Anderson 12 V/30 A, two 100 W USB-C, two USB-A, and a cigarette socket. The F3000 lists for $2,499 (extra batteries $1,499 each) with accessories such as a $199 smart meter and $99 EV adapter; preorder discounts run before full retail sales begin June 25.

TikTok’s “Manage Topics” & Smarter Keyword Filters Roll Out Globally

TikTok is expanding its Manage Topics tool worldwide, letting users fine-tune how frequently the platform’s top-10 categories—such as sports, travel, humor, creative arts, and dance—appear in their For You feed (changes may take time to show and don’t affect other app sections). Accessible via Settings → Content Preferences → Manage Topics or through “Why this video,” the feature uses sliders to adjust category frequency rather than remove topics entirely. TikTok is also enhancing keyword filters with AI-powered “smart” blocking that hides videos containing related terms in captions, hashtags, or descriptions; the update will raise the user keyword limit from 100 to 200 and soon allow toggling individual blocked words.

Fi Series 3 Plus Dog Collar Brings AI Behavior Tracking and Apple Watch Integration

Fi’s new Series 3 Plus smart collar adds AI to detect barking, licking, scratching, eating, and drinking patterns. Likewise, Fi claims the update provides 80 percent accuracy, alongside step and sleep tracking. A doubled-sensitivity GPS chip offers more precise location data on the Fi collar.. Owners can now monitor activity and real-time whereabouts directly on an Apple Watch via the updated Fi app. In addition, the Fi app also scans vet records and bills for key medical info. The Fi IP68-rated, fully waterproof collar (tested to 50 m in salt water) includes an LED safety light, a three-month battery, and ships in five sizes. The Fi collar also features four colors for a subscription starting at $14 per month with hardware included.

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