Two signs I have come across that gave me a good chuckle.
Language Barriers
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What is your favorite beach?
Redondo Beach, Summer 2009
Okay, I’ve been meaning to ask this question since the beginning of summer but work, parties, conferences and all sorts of other life events have gotten in the way of posting. And although summer is sort of almost over (at least for the academic crowd), Los Angeles summers really don’t start kicking in until mid-August and sometimes into September. There have been 100 plus degrees days in October too.
When I head to the beach it’s usually Hermosa, Manhattan or Redondo. Getting there is not too bad, 110 south to 105 west and then a short drive down the coast. There’s also a freeway bus that heads in that direction from Downtown Los Angeles. When we were kids, my dad always took us to Manhattan Beach. Lots of sand, fairly clean, nice vistas. And I admit, I’ve always appreciated the many bathrooms and showers. I prefer Hermosa for the ability to park quite close to the sand but the bathrooms are far and few between. In fact, are there any restrooms at Hermosa? Redondo is also nice, easy parking, lots of restrooms, lots of sand but the walk down the ramps can be hard for older folks (sorry, mom!) This area also has lots of places to eat but I’d stay away from the bars. Once I went with a group of Eastsiders to a Hermosa Beach bar and I thought we were gonna get lynched on the way out… I’m only sort of kidding.
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Facebook and Twitter are down this morning! The horror.
This is an outage for everyone, so if you think it’s something personal, don’t be so vain. There is no way that the gov’t thinks you are important enough to shut off your computer ONLY  just because you looked at some questionable porn a few times.
We’ll now have to go outside and talk to people face to face. Darnit, I was getting used to not showering.
Though you can go to friendfeed, but I think you would have to be a pretty sad person to have facebook, twitter and friendfeed, I mean really, that’s just excessive unless you’re 16 and then I would completely understand.
Browne
El Verde: Viva La Frita
Go see El Verde. Why ? Because I said so. That’s not good enough for ya ? Well how bout if I told you that you are going to have a great time at the show ? That you’ll end up loving the show and laugh your ass off from all the jokes and skits in the show. That you’ll love the way it is cleverly written by play right Anthony Aguilar and has a star studded cast that will amaze you and make you feel like you’re watching a major production in Boyle Heights. Did I mention that El Verde is hilarious ? Because it is. It’s playing all month long Friday through Sunday you none of you have any excuse not to go see it. Not only that but Boyle Heights residents get a discount too. Go see it. You will not be disappointed. It’s a great date night and a great opportunity to see a Casa production at its finest. RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BECAUSE THERE’S ALWAYS A FULL HOUSE.
August 7 – 30, 2009
Fri- Sat @ 8pm
Sun @ 2pm
General, $15
Students / Seniors, $12
Boyle Heights, $10
Group Discounts available
Purchase your tickets at
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/69294
Or make your reservations at
elverdereservations@gmail.com
For more information on the show please email us at
elverdeshow@gmail.com to join our mailing list!
August 11-18. RAM LA. Free root canals, glasses, pap smears, minor med procedures (including cataract surgery,) blood lab work and MORE!!
*Dates:*
August 11-18, 2009
*Location:*
The Forum
3900 W. Manchester Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90305
*FOR PATIENTS*
*How to Receive Treatment:*
All of our services are free and are provided by volunteers. The doctor is
free; the dentist is free; the eye doctor is free. Please arrive early,
bring a snack, and be prepared to wait. Your wait may be long; chairs will
be provided for your comfort.
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Dream Team L.A. Open House
Over the summer I joined up with Dream Team Los Angeles to help with the campaign that’s behind the DREAM Act. The team is a coalition of college support groups, organizations and individual community members combining their efforts to help pass the DREAM Act. With soo many different orgs and individuals out there doing their thing, the team unites all of those resources and people power to get work done. Whether it’s holding/participating in workshops to help people know what the DREAM Act is, how it helps them and how undocumented kids can still get a higher education at the college/university level. On June 23 we had a DREAM Graduation to raise some hell and get major media to take notice and it worked. as we continue to make legislative visits to congressional reps and continue to keep the DREAM Act in the publics conscience, letting people know about the team and what we do is also an integral part of what we do. I know because I’m the co-chair of out reach and recruitment. So with that being said I urge anyone who is interested in learning and/or helping with the DREAM Act campaign to come to the open house and find out what the team is about and meet great like minded people. If anyone wants anymore info contact the team at dreamteamlosangeles@gmail.com.
The Art of Art Activism
I fell into my art genre, tearfully waiting for my head to explode from the pressure of making a major life decision. It’s true what they say about giving birth to new ideas, and deciding on possible roads to take, they are painful and sometimes regretful. Nervously, you dive into your choices, like a first time Acapulco cliff jumper, hoping you’ll hit the right timing of the waves.
As I mentally engage for another art activism workshop this week—I give into its course, not knowing what to expect. I trust that my genuine effort to create something meaningful has its place in the world and like kinetic energy creates a small droplet of human hope into the universe. I see myself far and removed from the distant tragedies in the world, my voice against injustice seems so small and ineffective way over here in East LA. Continue reading
Name changin’
I admit that at times I can be the most dense person in the world and miss a few details every now and then. Proof of that is in my post when I misspell and omit words. So yesterday afternoon I noticed something out of the ordinary had changed, the name of this auto body shop.
Poppies and Bears
My grandfather Atanasio Garcia, circa 1940
While going through my grandmother’s family photos, I came across a few prints that had this curious commemorative Los Angeles border. They look to be some kind of souvenir stock for the 1932 Summer Los Angeles Olympics. One of the symbols is the Los Angeles Coliseum which I imagine was quite the accomplishment for our city during this time. I also like the motif of the bears and poppies.
The Games of the X Olympiad started almost exactly 76 years ago on July 30, 1932 here in Los Angeles.
Taste of East L.A.
OK so last time I was called a jerk for not telling people about that East .A. meets Napa event, so don’t say I didn’t give you’se guys a heads up this time around. Even though it is a one day heads up, but still. The event is pretty much what the flier shows except this is an old one so I’ll fill you guys in. Admission ranges from $10 to $25 bucks depending on the package you get. If you pay $10 you will get 1 admission ticket and 15 food coupons which include a drink and dessert. $15 gets you 2 admission tickets and 20 coupons, two drinks and one dessert. $25 which is your best bet gets you 2 admission tickets, 30 coupons, 5 raffle tickets, 2 drinks and 2 desserts. What more could you ask for ? Live music you say ? How bout’ members from Nation of Aztlan playing at the event ? Sounds good right ? Did I mention that the fourth ranked Garfield High School Drum-line will be doing their thing too ? Cause they are. If you have the chance, stop by AJ’s BBQ pit on 3rd and Indiana and get your tickets there so you can just show up to the event and get to eatin’. I’ll be there of course so if you see me, stop by and say hello. Course that’s if you recognize me and have met me before, other wise stay the hell away from me. Kidding, kidding. I’ll save my comments for the after post. See ya there 🙂
My 10 Favorite Songs About Drinking
I’m not much of drinker but that doesn’t mean I can’t apreciate the entertaining aspects of drinking culture. Musical odes to drinking are some of my favorite kinds of tunes and I’ve included a few of my favorites songs about drinking right here. Cheers!
- I Ain’t Drunk, I’m Just Drinkin’- by Jimmy Liggins
- Beer For Breakfast- by The Replacements [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/beer-for-breakfast.mp3]
- En El Cielo No Hay Cerveza- by Flaco Jimenez [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/15-en-el-cielo-no-hay-cerveza-in-heaven-there-is-no-beer.mp3]
- One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer..- by Johnny Lee Hooker [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/johnny-lee-hooker-one-bourbon-one-scotch-one-beer.mp3]
- There’s A Tear In My Beer- by Hank Williams Jr. and Sr.[audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/theres-a-tear-in-my-beer.mp3]
- Whiskey, Gin and Wine- by Joe Liggins [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/14-whiskey-gin-wine.mp3]
- Have A Beer With Fear- by Fear [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/06-have-a-beer-with-fear.mp3]
- Too Drunk To Fuck- by Dead Kennedys [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/02-too-drunk-to-fuck.mp3]
- I’m Home Getting Hammered While She’s Out Getting Nailed- by Banjo & Sullivan [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/14-im-at-home-getting-hammered-while-shes-out-getting-nailed.mp3]
- What Made Milwaukee Famous (Has Made A Loser Out Of Me)- by Jerry Lee Lewis [audio:https://laeastside.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/01-what-made-milwaukee-famous.mp3]
Manny Town!
Chále ey! I’m not sitting anywhere near Manny’s wood!
This image was spotted near Millie’s Coffee Shop in Silver Lake. Nice! 🙂