Everyday Living

Who Was John H. Jones?

By Eric Richardson — August 19, 2008
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John H. Jones Building

Located in the heart of Gallery Row and the Historic Core, nearly everyone Downtown has likely stood on the corner of 5th and Main at one time or another. Likely very few have noticed the inscription chiseled on the corner pillar of the Rosslyn Lofts, beneath the windows for Pharmaka. The writing proclaims this the "John H. Jones Building." But who was John...


Around The Quiet Halls: August 18-22

By Ed Fuentes — August 18, 2008

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It's Monday, August 18th, and City Council is on recess for the week. Even DLANC's Arts committee is taking the month off for folks to enjoy a last bit of summer. It's a good week to take a break from Council matters and go enjoy some of the great events going on around Downtown.


Sunday's Spa Day in the City

By Jeannine Denholm — August 16, 2008

Living Downtown amongst the constant barrage of sirens, traffic and construction can sometimes be overwhelming, almost to the point where you have to get away. Thankfully there are finally more chances closer to home to take a little break that you used to have to travel to the Westside to indulge in. One of those places is a relaxing charity event being held...


Third Walk Downtown LA Event Takes a Trek to South Park

By Eric Richardson — August 15, 2008

Walk Downtown LA Week 2

At 5:30 this evening a crowd will gather on the Olive street side of the L.A. Athletic Club. Once assembled, they'll go for a walk. It's a pretty simple idea, and one that encourages residents and office workers to explore their surroundings. Walk Downtown LA kicked off two weeks ago, and this Friday's walk takes participants down to South Park and the developments...


Art Walk Opening Doors for Diners

By Ed Fuentes — August 14, 2008
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The Great Steak’s Robert Davtian is the cheese steak entrepreneur who looks like he came straight from Philly. In reality, he's from Glendale, and he opened his place two months ago. This Thursday he plans to keep his café open past 5:30pm, in hopes of grabbing an Art Walk crowd. That’s good news for those who want to grab a quick bite in between exhibits...


Straw Poll: What's Opening First?

By Eric Richardson — August 12, 2008
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Angels Knoll Park

It's a lazy Tuesday afternoon, and time for all of you to weigh in on the first of an occasional series of blogdowntown straw polls. Today's topic: Which of these projects will be up and running first? Our contestants: Lower Angels Knoll park, the Pershing Square fountain and L.A. Live.


New Gates Intended to Clean Up Alley Spaces

By Eric Richardson — August 11, 2008
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Alley Gates

Over the last few weeks a pair of gates have been placed across alleys to the north and south of 7th, between Spring and Broadway. Both are intended to cut down on nuisance uses of the alley, a favorite spot for drug use, urination and defecation. While the gates do a good job of helping to clean up the neighborhood, it's important to not let their installation...


Around the Halls: August 11 - 13

By Ed Fuentes and Eric Richardson — August 11, 2008

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It's Monday, August 11th, and as usual it's the middle of the week with the City Hall items that Downtown should care about. The week's big ticket item is the Housing Element, which goes to Council on Wednesday.


After a Year of Holding, 4th and Hill Toilet Up and Running

By Eric Richardson — August 08, 2008
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4th/Hill APT

The Automated Public Toilet (APT) at 4th and Hill entered service earlier this week, bringing the total number of units in operation up to thirteen. The 4th and Hill APT was placed in the ground last summer, but had been plagued with delays in getting service up and running. An extra bonus? Use of the two Historic Core APTs is now free.


Stories Down on 2nd Street

By Ed Fuentes — August 06, 2008
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On Saturday, a quick errand down 2nd Street reminded me of just how the streets of Downtown are no longer generic driveways in and out of monolithic parking lots. They connect neighborhoods and stories, and sometimes you forget how close those tales really are to each other.