Home Decor Trends That are So Last Year

Home Decor Trends That are So Last Year

By now, you should probably know what decor trends are so last year. If you don’t, no worries because this week’s blog is here to help. We know that last year, you either had a design overhaul or nothing at all. That’s why we’re breaking down some of the top things you should be throwing away or storing until it’s considered vintage and chic, like a pair of 90’s jeans. Read below for several trends that should definitely go, not that we’re midway through 2021.

All-white Interiors

Decor Trends

Perhaps it’s from spending over a year inside, but this minimalistic decor trend is on its way out. This year color is making a comeback. That’s not to suggest that those with white-interior rooms should panic. Instead of a complete overhaul, try adding varying light-colored patterns or textures to mix things up. 

 

Gray Kitchens 

Decor Trends

Say it isn’t so, one of our favorite trends of years past may be passe these days. In 2021, indigo blue has become a decor trend of choice. Gray kitchens, simple, can also have a cold appeal that lacks distinction. Forest green is another color on the list of approved options for your kitchen if you happen to be less than enthused with blue.

 

Fast Furniture

Decor Trends

This should be obvious since the furniture itself was never meant for long-term usage. In place of the inexpensive furniture option, the multi-functional purpose is on the rise. Since our homes became our office, recreation area, and everything in between, people are seeking furniture with depth. Choosing pieces that can last and that become part of the memories being created in your home is the way forward. 

 

Accent Walls

Decor Trends

While accent walls are not too bad an option for studios, this trend has already begun its journey out when it comes to large spaces. While the original trend served as a great way to make a room more interesting, it now comes off as more distracting. Monochromatic walls that can blend seamlessly with the decor are the way to go.

 

Matching Furniture Sets

Decor Trends

This decor trend has faded when it comes to having your home office or bedroom furniture match its counterparts. These days it’s about finding the balance of personality with unique pieces and style. Rather than going for a set, consider selecting nonmatching pieces with complementary colors or designs. With so many great and unique furniture stores in L.A., your options are endless.

 

Faux Anything

Decor Trends

We’re not talking about fashion; we’re talking about the decor, from faux plants (especially faux plants) to synthetic fabrics. This year is all about natural products instead of artificial ones. Stones, wood, natural materials, and natural coloring methods have become staples for 2021. If the product has been made from reusable products, that’s even better. But if you don’t see yourself as a plant parent, that’s ok because dried flowers can save the day.  Preserved flora can last months and requires zero maintenance.

City News: A New Housing Proposal for LAUSD Teachers and More.

Keep current in your city with the latest news and city Updates for the LA, the Westside, and the Valley.

Los Angeles News

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LAUSD Looking to Provide Affordable Housing for Employees

The LAUSD announced a new initiative this week that seeks to offer housing for employees to reside near the schools they work. The plan would provide 2,000 units of affordable housing using underutilized LAUSD-owned properties. According to the L.A. Daily News, the goal is to attract and retain employees by allowing them to live in communities where they teach and work. The school board held a vote this week to explore a program that would survey employee interest and appraise properties. Superintendent Austin Beutner said that a starting salary for a teacher is around $50,000 a year with the initiative meant to relieve the cost burden and provide the option of shorter commutes. 

Westside and Beach Community News

 

New Hotel and Apartment Complex Being Planned for Sunset Strip

The Sunset Strip is continuing to bustle with new developments after the news of a new planned complex on Harper Ave. Developer A.J. Khair has submitted his plans for The Harper on Sunset. Likewise, the proposal includes a 172-room hotel, 46 mixed-income apartments above ground-floor retail. According to a notice of the proposal, The Harper on Sunset would be located at 8240 Sunset Boulevard on West Hollywood’s northeast city limits. Renderings for the project show a nine- and a seven-story building. One of the buildings features a curved façade and a digital billboard. In addition, the ground floor retail space would include courtyard space and outdoor dining space. In the same vein, there has not been any statement regarding when The Harper will break ground once approved. 

SFV and Conejo Valley News

Nonprofit Veterinary Clinic Providing Medical Services for Pet Owners in Need

For some good news, Free Animal Doctor, a non-profit veterinary clinic has been providing care to pets in need. Above all, the clinic offers medical services for pet owners free of charge. “Our mission is to raise money to pay the unexpected medical expenses for sick and injured animals whose owners can’t afford that,” said Sam Bernardo, President of Free Animal Doctor. The non-profit, which operates out of a donated bus, has also received its own helping hand recently. When seeking a permanent spot for the free clinic, staff found a home at Santa Anita Park, free of charge. A representative for the park Dan Cirimele said in a statement that Santa Anita Park is always looking for ways that they can help out the community.

From the Future of the Smartwatch to Folding Smartphones: This Weeks Tech News

Get your weekly dose of tech news in this week’s blog. This week we are talking all about the Facebook Smartwatch, folding smartphones, and more!

Tesla Launches First Underground Loop in Las Vegas

smartwatch

Elon Musk’s Boring Company unveiled its first underground loop this week in Las Vegas. The Loop, which runs beneath the Las Vegas Convention Center, takes vehicles (Tesla’s only for now) underground to avoid above-ground traffic. The 1.7-mile Vegas Loop has three passenger stations, connected by stretches of 12-foot-wide tunnels. Once inside the Loop, you’ll find a fleet of 62 Teslas available for picking up and dropping off passengers. This is not the first underground tunnel from Musk’s Boring Company, but it is the first Loop that’s fully operational and open to the public. The company has plans to eventually extend the Loop from downtown Las Vegas, through the strip, and out to the city’s stadium and McCarran airport. 

New Robot That Can Kill Weeds by Zapping Them with Electricity

smartwatch

Because why not, a trio of robots developed by Small Robot Company is ridding yards of weeds one electrical zap at a time. The robots — named Tom, Dick, and Harry — were developed to rid the land of unwanted weeds with minimal use of chemicals and heavy machinery. The startup began working on its autonomous weed killers in 2017. Currently, the other robots are still in the prototype stage, undergoing testing, and are targeted specifically for farmers. Small Robot Company, hopes that once the system becomes fully operational, it will help to reduce chemical use by 95%. The company’s overall goal along with reducing chemical usage is to improve soil quality and biodiversity. “If you treat a living environment like an industrial process, then you are ignoring the complexity of it,” Scott-Robinson says. “We have to change farming now, otherwise there won’t be anything to farm.”

Facebook Set to Release New Smartwatch Next Year

Facebook has plans to join the smartwatch game, according to new reports. In a recent report by The Verge, the social network smartwatch would include two cameras, as well as health features like a heart rate monitor. This report was released Wednesday and cites two people familiar with the project. The company’s first iteration of their smartwatch would be set for summer 2022 and cost around $400. While the company declined to comment on the news, they did point to two tweets from VP of AR and VR, Andrew Bosworth. “We’ve said we want AR glasses to be truly useful — we’re investing in technologies across the board that will make that interaction feel more natural and intuitive,” Bosworth said in a tweet Wednesday responding to the report. “This includes research like EMG, haptics, adaptive interfaces that could come together in a wrist-based form factor.”

NASA Has Its Eyes on Asteroid Psyche’s Metal Rich Surface

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Chances are that you have not heard of asteroid 16 Psyche. While relatively unknown the hefty price tag attached to the space rock is sure to pique your interest. The iron-rich asteroid has a current estimated value of $10,000 quadrillion. First discovered in 1852, 16 Psyche is believed to be 82.5% metal with a much lower density than thought according to a report published by The Planetary Science Journal. NASA has said Psyche “appears to be the exposed nickel-iron core of an early planet, one of the building blocks of our solar system.” NASA will launch a mission in July 2022 with SpaceX signed on to launch the Psyche spacecraft for the targeted takeoff.

GM Expands OnStar Guardian Service to Anyone with a Smartphone

The exclusive Cadillac service OnStar will be coming to a smartphone near you as soon as you download the app. The OnStar app debuted last year, but it was this week that GM opened up to all smartphone users in the U.S. and Canada. The OnStar Guardian app is available for both Android and iPhone. For valuable services like a crash response and roadside assistance users can pay $14.99 per month for the basic plan. The services packages range from there with $49.99 per month for the Premium plan. You also have the option to pay a yearly fee for the Premium plan ($549.99) at a small discount.

Google’s First Folding Pixel Set for Release Later This Year

If you miss the joy that your flip phone brought you, Google has heard your calls. The company will be moving forward with the launch of its first folding Pixel phone later this year. Samsung will begin production of folding OLED panels this October. The panels will be for Google’s upcoming folding phone, which will reportedly be revealed late this year. The phone will have a single 7.6-inch panel that folds inward with other details not yet provided. 

Weekend Events: June 11-13

Enjoy a screening of fan-favorite films or take in the boys in blue at Dodger Stadium. Make the most of your weekend with our weekend events guide.

Los Angeles

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Pride Night at Dodger Stadium

When: June 11, 2021

Where: Dodger Stadium

What: This Friday, LA Pride and the Dodgers team up for Pride Night, featuring drink specials, a special recognition of frontline workers from Los Angeles’ LGBTQ+ community, and a few other surprise guests. After the game fans can stick around for the Friday night fireworks show Grab tickets and get info

‘Hacks’ Virtual Screening

When: June 11, 2021 @ 3:00 pm

Where: Virtually

What: Join KCRW Virtual Cinema and Behind the Screens Event: ‘Hacks’. After the screening of the hit HBO Max series, there will be a special conversation with Madeleine Brand and the cast and crew from the show. You won’t want to miss out and since you can watch from home you don’t have to. 

Cinespia @ the Greek Presents: ‘Beauty and The Beast’

When: June 12, 2021

Where: Cinespia at The Greek Theater

What: Join Cinespia at The Greek Theatre for a picnic on the lawn with DJs, and a movie in the heart of Griffith Park. This tale as old as time is sure to bring joy to your Saturday evening, with Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’.

Westside and Beach Communities

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Grand Opening of The Row on Harbor

When: Jun 12, 2021 @ 11:00 AM

Where: The Row on Harbor

What: Join The Row on Harbor for its highly anticipated Grand Opening Extravaganza. Featuring food specials, live music, a beer garden (age 21+), kid activities, and more! Kick-off the Summer fun at this culinary family experience for all senses.

Rooftop Cinema Club Presents: The Sandlot

When: Jun 13, 2021 @ 8:30 PM

Where: The Drive-In at Santa Monica Airport, Santa Monica

What: A PIECE OF PARADISE A HALF BLOCK WIDE AND A WHOLE SUMMER LONG. It’s the summer of 1962, and Scotty Smalls is the new kid in town. A budding ballplayer, Scotty is taken under the wing of baseball prodigy Rodriguez and joins a neighborhood gang of sandlot kids for a series of misadventures. Get your weekend movie fix at The Drive-In!

Montana Avenue Annual Sidewalk Sale

When: June 12, 2021, 10:00 am

Where: Montana Avenue

What: Mark your calendars! This Sunday, the Montana Avenue Annual Sidewalk Sale is back on. Shop along Montana Ave from 6th to 17th Street. Don’t miss great deals on clothing, accessories, beauty, home goods, and gifts for up to 75% off!

 

SFV Valley and Conejo Valley

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Electric Dusk Drive-In presents Black Panther

When: Jun 12, 2021@ 8:30 PM

Where: Sears Glendale Parking Lot

What: Enjoy the Valley’s favorite drive-in this weekend Wakanda style with a screening of ‘Black Panther’. Tickets can be purchased early or same-day. Films are screened in the Glendale Sears Parking Lot. 

California Dance Academy presents Spring Showcase

When: June 12, 2021 @ 2:00 PM

Where: Fred Kavli Theatre, Thousand Oaks

What: Join the California Dance Academy for their Spring Showcase. Tickets are available through TicketMaster for their Saturday afternoon performances. The showcase will take place at the Fred Kavli BofA Performing Arts Center.

Angel’s Envy Personalized Bottle “Father’s Day” Event

When: June 12, 2021 @ 2:00 PM

Where: Oak & Iron, Thousand Oaks

What: Join Oak & Iron for a special afternoon celebrating Angel’s Envy – handcrafted, small-batch whiskey produced by Louisville Distilling Company. A “Bourbon” ticket includes access to the event, one personalized engraved bottle of Angel’s Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon, one Angel’s Envy cocktail, and smoked eats from Bludso’s Bar & Que. Tickets are available to purchase through Eventbrite.

LA Eats: June 7-13, 2021

Finding a quality meal in LA is not just about the setting or the trendiness of the restaurant. When you dine it comes down to one thing. Good food. That’s why in this week’s blog, we’re focusing on quality, from trendy spots in 90210 to hidden gems inside of a Chevron. Read on for the best options of the week.

Los Angeles

La Morra Pizzeria

good food

Location: 8022 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048

Last year, pop-up and frozen pizza purveyor La Morra Pizzeria opened up their brick and mortar location to high anticipation from its pizza fans. Since then, the pizzeria has continued to serve good food in a now permanent location. At La Morra Pizzeria you’ll enjoy blistered to perfection Neapolitan-style pizza like their classic Margherita or TMNT.

Mirame

good food

Location: 419 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Mirame brings contemporary Mexican cuisine with a California twist to 90210. The restaurant was founded by Michelin Star chef Joshua Gil and Matthew Egan and has become a destination for good food and a relaxing ambiance. Enjoy rustic, seasonal menu selections like the Colorado lamb belly barbacoa or a 32 ounce Wagyu cote de boeuf.

Sant’olina

Location: 9876 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

When it’s h.Wood group, you can expect good food, great service, and incomparable ambiance. The newest venture for the successful restauranteurs is Sant’olina, a breezy Mediterranean rooftop restaurant located at the iconic Beverly Hills Hilton. At Santolina, your taste buds will be on a tour through delicious dishes like the roasted chicken with harissa potatoes and merguez lamb burger.

Westside/Beach Communities

Bull & Butterfly

Location: 12775 Millennium Dr, Playa Vista, CA 90094

When it comes to great steak and good food, look no further than Bull & Butterfly. The Playa Vista restaurant offers a modern California steakhouse format, with plenty of chops and grilled vegetables. If you’re not in the mood for steak, the local Baja Striped Bass makes for an excellent choice.

Malibu Farm Cafe

Location: 23000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265

What we love about Malibu Farm Cafe besides the location are the options. Whether you’re stopping by for something quick to grab at the cafe or seeking a full experience, Malibu Farm has you covered. The cafe is open until the late afternoon for to-go and outdoor dining with options for breakfast and lunch. If you prefer to sit down for lunch or dinner, Malibu Farm restaurant has a variety of choices. What’s our favorite? Well, that would be the Cauliflower Steak made with chimichurri green beans, cucumber, vegan sour cream, and mushrooms.

Maple Block Meat Co.

good food

Location: 3973 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

LA’s burgeoning BBQ scene continues to provide next-level good food options and we are not complaining. Maple Block Meat Co. in Culver City provides tasty BBQ that will have you coming back for more. The Housemade Pimento Cheese sandwich upgrades whatever you thought you knew about grilled cheese sandwiches. And the meats? We recommend the Trifecta Plate, where the name truly speaks for itself.

SFV and Conejo Valley

Glendale Pho Co.

good food

Location: 102 S Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205

You’ll find large portions and good food at this family-owned Vietnamese restaurant. Glendale Pho Co. provides a plethora of pho options and delicious rice dishes. Entrees like the Com Ga Chien offer marinated and deep-fried Cornish Hen and a bed of rice for a meal that always delivers.

Tortas Ahogadas La Ramadita

good food

Location: 5938 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601

For those seeking good Tortas, you’ll some of the best at Tortas Ahogadas La Ramadita. Their featured dishes include shredded beef and potato tacos, pig’s foot tostadas, and tortas ahogadas. Finish off your meal with a jericallas (a custard-like dessert) at this destination for the taste buds.

Egg Plantation

good food

Location: 24415 Walnut St, Santa Clarita, CA 91321

Egg Plantation has been consistently voted one of the best restaurants in Newhall since 2015 and it’s easy to see why. Specializing in breakfast with over 101 omelets to choose from, the restaurant offers something for everyone. Stop by for breakfast or brunch and see why Egg Plantation has been serving up good food since 1973.

Cilantro Mexican Grill

good food

Location: 7214 Whitsett Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91605

If you were to make a stop at Cilantro’s Mexican Grill, you would be surprised by its location. Located inside of Chevron, is a prime example of why you should never judge a book by its cover. Cilantro has been rated ‘Best North Hollywood Burrito’ and received the #3 spot on CBS’s L.A’s BEST Tasting Cheap Meals List. With that being said, your go-to choice should obviously be a burrito. Choose from a range of meat options from Carne Asada to Grilled Shrimp, paired perfectly with all of the traditional toppings.

Chiba

good food

Location: 7515 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91605

For Traditional Japanese fare, make your way to Chiba in North Hollywood. The restaurant offers freshly prepared meals from sushi to noodles, in a simple, minimalist space with a sushi bar. 

Home Tips: How to Attract Birds to Your Yard

How to Attract Birds to Your Yard

Is there anything more delightful than seeing a hummingbird in your garden? With so many lovely birds in California, any visit from just one can spark joy for even the most nuance enthusiast. Getting more of nature’s feathered visitors takes more than just birdseed. That’s why we are sharing how to attract more birds to your yard.

Tip #1: Location, Location, Location

Where you place your bird feeder matters when it comes to attracting more feathered friends to your yard. If you seek to attract more than one type of bird (i.e., hummingbirds and sparrows), setting up a feeding station is recommended. If you have space, you can also separate your feeders since different birds have different ways of spotting food. 

Tip #2: Choose the Right Bird Feed 

Once you have established where you are putting your feeders, you’ll need to choose what you are putting in them. An easy-to-make mistake for those starting out is choosing a bird feeder that’s low quality. While you may not think birds are particular, you would be wrong. If you want your bird guest to make return visits, invest in quality bird feed. Choose the type of feed that will meet the nutritional needs of the kinds of birds you want to attract. 

Tip #3: Install a Bird Bath

When it comes to attracting birds to your yard, there’s more to it than just the feeder and food assortment. Regardless of type, all birds need water; that’s why we recommend installing a birdbath as a way to attract even more birds to your yard. Just make sure you keep both the bath and the feeder clean for your safety and the birds.

Tip #4: Add Some Color

Surprisingly, birds love color, and the brighter, the better in this case. Similar to humans, they are some of the few animals that can also see in color. They rely on it for their day-to-day and way of living and existing. Colors like red can be great for hummingbirds, with yellow and orange being known to attract birds Orioles, and Goldfinches.

Tip #5: Get a Bird House

If you want to make a lifelong friend out of your backyard visitors, make them feel at home. We’re not saying leave your door open and set them up in the guest room. On the contrary, we’re talking about birdhouses. If you have young children, this can be a fun way for them to color their own birdhouse for the yard. Otherwise, we recommend choosing a size and type of birdhouse based on the size and type of the feathered friend you seek to attract.

City News: A New Affordable Housing in Venice, Metrolink Saturday Service in SFV, and More.

In this week’s city news, a new affordable housing project is underway in Venice, and Metrolink Saturday service comes to SFV. 

Los Angeles 

One Beverly Hills Nears Final Approval After City Council Vote

City News: LA, Westside, SFV

After a years-long wait in the approval process, One Beverly Hills has finally inched closer to breaking ground. The Beverly Hills City Council voted 4-1 the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (EIR), General Plan Amendment, Overlay Specific Plan, and the development agreement. One Beverly Hills will include a luxury condominium and hotel development that includes renovations to the Beverly Hilton. The 17.4-acre multi-billion dollar project spanning Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevard will also provide 4.5 acres of green space. As a result, the proposal projects the property would generate $1.7 billion in gross revenues for the city over the first 30 years. City staff that helped negotiate the agreement believe it to be historical in the benefits afforded to the city. Once approved, One Beverly Hills will likely begin construction in 2023.

Westside

City Planning Commission Approves Venice Canal Affordable Housing Project

City News: LA, Westside, SFV

The Eric Owen Moss-designed Reese Davidson Community project has received the green light from the city planning commission. Architect Eric Owen Moss designed the supportive housing complex, which has been cleared for construction. A $75 million joint venture with the Hollywood Community Housing Corporation, the community, will run alongside Venice’s Grand Canal. The approximately 100,000-square-foot development will take over the space of two former surface parking lots. Most importantly, the project will primarily provide housing for homeless and low-income tenants with severely live-work spaces for artists. Additionally, the area will include a 3,000-square-foot community room and performance space called the Gregory Hines Community Arts Center.

 

The Valley

Metrolink Begins Saturday Service in San Fernando Valley

City News: LA, Westside, SFV

Metrolink’s Ventura County Line began Saturday services this month. The weekend service will connect Moorpark and Simi Valley with stations in the SFV and Union Station in LA. For example, the line will stop in areas like Chatsworth, Northridge, Van Nuys,  and Glendale to help encourage weekend leisure travel. Subsequently, Ventura County Transportation Commission Vice Chairman Tony Trembley believes the new Saturday service will “help families get out and explore Southern California again”. Metrolink riders will be able to purchase a Weekend Day Pass for unlimited rides on the day of purchase. Likewise, free rides will be available for up to three children age 17 or younger that are traveling with a paying adult.

From Prime Day to Space Tourism and More! | This Week’s Tech News

Get your weekly dose of tech news with this week’s blog. We’re Talking Prime Day, Space Tourism, and More!

It’s Almost Amazon Prime Day

The Yearly online shopping extravaganza returns for its yearly summer two-day event. Prime Day was postponed until October last year due to the pandemic but will occur June 21-22 this year. As in previous years, shoppers can expect to find discounts on true wireless earbuds, 4K TVs of all sizes and panel types, video games, and more. The Prime Day deals are the best of the year beyond Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals. According to Amazon, this year’s Prime Day “will feature millions of deals from top brands and more than a million deals from small and medium businesses.”

AMC Gives Free Popcorn to Meme Stock Investors

If you happened to be in on the meme trend that ricked the stock market earlier this year, AMC has a treat for you. This week AMC announced it was creating AMC Investor Connect. In a statement, AMC CEO and President Adam Aron said, “AMC Investor Connect will put our Company in direct communication with a retail investor shareholder base that owned more than 80% of AMC at last count.” He continued stating, “We intend to communicate often with these investors, and from time to time provide them with special benefits at our theatres. We start with a free large popcorn on us, when they attend their first movie at an AMC theatre this summer.” 

Fb Announces New Tools for Business Users

At the social media giant’s developer conference this week, FB announced new changes to the platform. Along with upgrading its venture into AR and VR technology, the FB stated it has been testing updated features for business messaging. The new feature called Login Connect with Messenger will provide a new way for people to opt into messaging with businesses. While the tool is still being tested, FB has said it will be widely available in the coming months. 

Space X Signs Deal to Send Space Tourist to the ISS

It’s not time to prep your passport for space, but the time for that may come sooner than expected. This week Space X announced the signing of a “blockbuster deal” with Axiom Space that will send private crews to the ISS through 2023. While the two companies already had an agreement in place for one Dragon spacecraft flight, the new agreement expands the scope to four flights. “A new era in human spaceflight is here,” said SpaceX President and COO Gwynne Shotwell in an Axiom statement. The Axiom missions will involve private crews at $55 million per seat. 

Nintendo Turns Factory into Public Gallery

Fans of the gaming company will have something to look forward to in 2023. This week, Nintendo announced that its Uji Ogura plant would be turned into a public gallery. The factory, will “showcase the many products Nintendo has launched over its history”. The site of the soon-to-be gallery was mainly used for manufacturing playing cards and hanafuda cards. Gaming cards were how the company got its start in the 19th century. The company expects the gallery to be completed in its fiscal year from April 1st, 2023, to March 31st, 2024. It will also be close to the newly opened Super Nintendo World area at Universal Studios Japan. 

NASA Sets New Sites on Venus Exploration

The second rock from the sun will finally be getting some long-overdue attention. NASA announced this week that they have two new explorations planned for Venus. The missions – Veritas and Davinci+ — will go to Venus as part of the agency’s Discovery Program. The Veritas mission will map the surface of the planet to determine how it and Earth diverged so radically. The Davinci mission will focus on the atmosphere of Venus and whether the planet once had oceans. A

Weekend Events: June 4 – June 6

Enjoy all that the first weekend of June has to offer. Now that we are officially in summer territory, the options are endless, from in-person to at-home virtual fun. Whether you live in Los Angeles, the Westside, or the Valley, we have an event for you!

Los Angeles

Los Angeles, Westside, Valley Weekend Events

First Fridays at the Natural History Museum

When: June 4, 2021 | 6-8 PM

Where: Online

What: The virtual series First Fridays Connected returns with a new format. Tune into lively discussions, DJ sets, and live music performances from wherever you are. This season the museum will explore Los Angeles at the Intersections.

Hike to Yoga LA 2021

When: June 5, 2021 | 8-10 AM

Where: Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area

What: Find your inner Zen with Hike to Yoga LA. Their weekly yoga series will increase individual self-awareness and collective physical health by connecting nature, community, and intentional movement. The event is FREE and beginner-friendly. Advanced registration is required. 

Pride Shining Through

When: June 5, 2021 | 8PM

Where: Online

What: The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles goes virtual for Pride 2021. Join the celebrations online with this streaming, hour-long set and enjoy tunes like “Hallelujah” to “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.”

Westside

Los Angeles, Westside, Valley Weekend Events

Rooftop Cinema Club El Segundo Presents: The Greatest Showman

When: June 4, 2021| 7:30PM

Where: Rooftop Cinema Club El Segundo

What: Join the Rooftop Cinema Club as they turn 10 this June! They’ll be kicking things off with a weekend that celebrates their founder’s journey! This month’s films are Circus-related, starting with the critically acclaimed film “The Greatest Showman.” 

Santa Monica PRIDE Rainbow Road Art Walk

When: June 4, 2021 | 10AM-11:30PM

Where: Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica

What: Enjoy13 incredible one-of-a-kind art installations by LGBTQIA+ artists as a part of Santa Monica’s Pride Month celebrations. The art walk is presented in partnership with Allies in Arts. The event is FREE and open to the public. 

June Bloom Wellness Fair

When: June 6, 2021 | 12 – 5PM

Where: 6781 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach

What: RSVP for June Bloom, the Wellness fair from Peak State Yogas monthly Pop Up. The event features various vendors, from vegan foods to hand-crafted items, clothing, functional art, and more! The event is FREE, with advanced registration required.

Valley

Los Angeles, Westside, Valley Weekend Events

Pickwick Vintage Show

When: June 5, 2021 | 9AM – 5PM

Where: Pickwick Gardens, Burbank 

What: The Pickwick Vintage Show returns this Saturday. Make your way to Pickwick gardens for this fair featuring vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, and more from over 65 local vendors. Entry will be limited to (2) Hour windows, and reservations are required.

National Trails Day

When: June 5, 2021 | 8AM–12PM

Where: Camarillo Grove Park

What: This day is set aside to recognize all the incredible benefits that trails provide for recreation and exposure to nature. Pleasant Valley Recreation & Park District invites the community to come out to help maintain the hiking trail system at this natural park for all to enjoy. The event will also feature an educational presentation about the area, followed by a guided hike. Advanced registration is required.

Makers Market at Valley Relics Museum Experience

When: June 6, 2021 | 11AM–3PM

Where: Valley Relics Museum, Van Nuys

What: Enjoy a fun-filled day of taking in the relics of the San Fernando Valley Relics Museum and this Sunday’s Open-Air Market. Pursue through artifacts of Pop culture and take home your own hand-crafted finds. Space is limited and advanced registration is required.

The Great LA River CleanUp: Sepulveda Basin Sports Complex

When: June 5, 2021 | 8AM–4PM

Where: Sepulveda Basin Sports Complex, Van Nuys

What: The River needs YOU! This summer, join FoLAR for a series of small, in-person cleanups to prevent waste from polluting LA’s watershed and urban waterways. Together, you’ll make a collective impact to tend to the vibrant urban ecosystems that thrive throughout Los Angeles. All registered volunteers will receive a CleanUp Starter Kit.

Electric Dusk Drive-In Presents: School of Rock

When: June 6, 2021 | 8:20PM–10:20PM

Where: 211 West California Ave., Glendale

What: Everyone’s favorite Valley drive-in returns this weekend for a rockin’ screening of ‘School of Rock’. Tickets are available to purchase early or same-day. 

Home Tips: What Your Front Door Color Says About You

We’re not one to judge, but front doors these days are full of personality, and we are…HERE for it. There is no better way to shake up the routine color palette than by adding a bit of pop to your front door. We’re talking front door colors from the bold reds to the royal blues and all the sunshine yellows and evergreens. Learn what your front door color says about you in this week’s blog.

Red Front Door

Front Door Color

This traditional front door color choice is often associated with being hospitable and welcoming. Going for red serves as bold and inviting. If you have chosen red or intend to, you certainly love to entertain and enjoy the best that life has to offer. 

 

Yellow Front Door

Front Door Color

Creative, logical, and full of energy! A yellow front door color not only ups your curb appeal but also sends some joyous cheer to neighbors and passersby. If you like your home to have a bit of sunshine, you are indeed a morning person and enjoy pretty much every moment of the day. 

Green Front Door

Front Door Color

The color green is another traditional front door color choice. Affiliated with money, it shows that you are ambitious and good with your finances. You genuinely care about your community and are responsible and easy-going. 

 

Dark Blue Front Door

A Blue front door color reminds people of water and air elements. If you have chosen this color, you are likely someone very grounded and peaceful. Dedicated to your principles, but at the same time not serious 100% of the time, you value truth.

 

Light Blue Front Door

When it comes to you and the color light blue, you are equal parts hopeful and optimistic. A romantic dreamer who believes anything is possible, your home invites the same level of cheer to all who enter. You likely give great advice. Our advice? We love this door color! 

 

Orange Front Door

Painting your front door the color orange creates an ambiance full of warmth. Choosing this color says you likely have a warm personality as well. Bold and friendly, your home is perfect for entertaining. There’s certainly no challenge you can’t take on.

 

Black Front Door

A Black front door color always signifies a level of simple elegance and style. This is likely how your personality would be described as well. Not one for trends; you prefer clean and crisp design. Everything has its proper place in your home. 

 

White Front Door

Talk about being organized, your definitely the Monica of the neighborhood, and we absolutely approve. Your door says you prefer everything clean and tidy. Clean lines are an absolute ideal for you as long as everything can remain simple and relaxed. 

 

Pink Front Door

While a pink door color may seem like a bold option, it’s surprisingly quite the opposite. This front door color says your thoughtful, and your home is one of love. You may also be the kind of homeowner that loves the opportunity to monogram everything, and we say go for it! This color is all about cheerfulness and generosity.