Chef Sevan Abdessian, who once transformed Glendale’s dining scene with Recess Eatery, is back. And this time, he’s bringing hand-crafted pastas, fresh sandwiches, and bright seasonal salads in a space that feels welcoming and sunlit, just like his food.

“I’ve always loved pasta,” said Chef Abdessian. “This space gave me the chance to focus on Italian cuisine and fresh pastas. Sometimes it’s the smallest things that inspire you. In this case it was the building, built in 1951 with some very cool elements.”

Little Bear opened on July 21 and has been filling plates and hearts ever since.

Chef Sevan’s menu is grounded in simplicity. The dishes start with whole, locally sourced ingredients and feature comforting, recognizable flavors with subtle global inspiration.

The food is fresh, colorful, and casual. House made pastas and sandwiches start at just eight dollars, with mains and salads that rarely climb above fifteen. “We are a modern fast casual restaurant focusing on whole ingredients,” he said.

There’s no need for white tablecloths or reservations. It’s a walk-in, cashless space with limited indoor seating and a sunny patio. And for those on the go, pickup and delivery are just a click away. “We have limited seating inside and on the patio but have a robust pickup and delivery service,” said Chef Sevan.

Little Bear is more than a restaurant. It’s a homecoming. Chef Sevan was raised in Glendale. He made his name with Recess Eatery on Brand Boulevard, a now-closed restaurant that once helped redefine dining in the city.

As the Los Angeles Times noted during Recess’s heyday, “Chef Sevan Abdessian brought a seasonal sensibility to a space where diners lingered in garden patios and took comfort in inventive versions of old favorites.” LAist once praised the spot’s eclectic menu and rustic feel, calling it “a needed breath of fresh air in Glendale.”

“Recess was my first restaurant,” he said. “It really changed the dining landscape in Glendale. Fresh organic ingredients in a light-filled intimate dining area and beautiful garden.”

That spirit carries into Little Bear. The food is casual but thoughtful. The vibe is relaxed but intentional.

Behind the restaurant’s operations is Tamar Kevonian, Sevan’s partner in business and in life. “I sort of fell into the restaurant business through my relationship with Sevan,” she said. “I learned fast. At Recess, I expanded operations and events. Here at Little Bear, I still give feedback on the menu.”

They both knew Glendale would be their home again. “We live here. We like the city and all it offers. And we wanted to be part of that again in a significant way.”

Even six years after Recess closed to make way for hotel development, Glendale locals still ask about it. “Since 2016, people have approached us with nostalgic memories about Recess,” Tamar said. “There is a long memory in Glendale. Little Bear is our way of coming back.”

Little Bear is cashless and fast casual. It’s open seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. While there’s no brunch service or themed dinners just yet, the team occasionally hosts private evening events and pop-ups. If you’re lucky, you might get invited to one.

Whether you’re grabbing a sandwich before work, picking up pasta for dinner, or spending an afternoon on the patio with coffee and a salad, Little Bear makes it feel easy. It’s neighborhood food made with chef-level care.

As Chef Sevan puts it: “Little Bear is a continuation of everything I’ve learned over the years—classic training, creative freedom, and a deep connection to the communities we serve. It’s a place where comfort food meets inspiration. Where every dish tells a story.”

And that story starts on San Fernando Road, with fresh pasta, soft light, and the smell of roasted garlic in the air.

If you want fresh pasta that doesn’t feel fussy, and a space that feels like home, go to Little Bear. Your taste buds will thank you.

Little Bear is located at 6800 San Fernando Rd., Glendale, CA 91201. To learn more, visit the website or call (818) 425-1284.

Written By Paul Chaderjian

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This Winter Wonderland is located at 1640 West 9th Street in San Pedro. Tickets are $15 per person.

Bring family and friends to experience the joy of playing in real snow. Go down the sledding ramp, jump in the bouncer, make a snow angel, enjoy some arts & crafts, a photo booth, a DJ, a complementary taco bar, additional food and beverages for purchase and create unforgettable memories.

But that’s not all, Santa Claus & Queen Elsa will be making a special appearance at the event. Get your wish lists ready and have your picture taken with Santa and Queen Elsa.

In addition, they are also collecting toys or gift cards for the boys and girls of the Toberman House. Last year they were able to provide toys to over 450 youth ages 1-12 and gift cards to teens ages 13-18. This year they would love to help them achieve more.

This event is perfect for all ages, so everyone is welcome to join in the fun. Whether you’re a kid or just a kid at heart, this is an event you don’t want to miss!

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-“E.T.” (1982, PG) Saturday, July 15, 7 p.m.

-“Karate Kid” (1984, PG) Saturday, August 19, 6:30 p.m.

Individuals who arrive early can participate in themed activities with the Malibu Library, contests, giveaways, a raffle, and to purchase food from the D’Amores Pizza Truck and treats from Apollo’s Expresso and Shave Ice.

The movies start at sunset and pre-event activities start at 5 p.m. Malibu Bluffs Park is located at 24250 Pacific Coast Highway at Malibu Canyon.

At the city of Malibu booth, show a staff member that you follow the Community Services Department on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win great prizes, including gift cards to local businesses and a 30 percent off coupon for city recreation program.

Tickets or RSVPs are not required. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring chairs and blankets. Alcohol is not allowed at Malibu Bluffs Park. Dogs must be on leash and under control of their owners at all times.

Malibu’s CineMalibu series has presented free outdoor movie screenings for the community since 2005. For more details, visit the website or call 310-317-1364.

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Shostak has been with the SETI Institute since 2001. He hosted their weekly radio show “Big Picture Science” since 2003.

Dr. Shostak has been featured on Discovery Channel, Learning Channel, History Channel, the BBC, Good Morning America, Larry King Live, Coast to Coast AM, NPR, CNN News, and National Geographic Television.

In 2004, he won the Klumpke-Roberts Award for the popularization of astronomy.

The guest lecture will take place at Wildwood School located at 11811 Olympic Blvd. in Los Angeles.

There will be free parking in Wildwood garage on Mississippi Ave. Enter on Mississippi near Westgate (SW of Granville, just NE of Westgate).

Those wishing to attend via Zoom can contact samoastronomy@gmail.com.

The Santa Monica Amateur Astrology Club usual meetings occur on the second Friday of every month at 7 p.m.

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The architecture and design festival will take place May 4-7 and will feature over 20 events including iconic tours, lectures, films, a luncheon fashion show and additional activities. The event will inspire the community and visitors to tour and explore the art, architecture, design, and landscapes that have made Beverly Hills unique.

Residents in Beverly Hills can purchase the special presale tickets online by visiting www.beverlyhills.org/madebh.

A few events to highlight include curated tours of Beverly Hills City Hall, the Virginia Robinson Gardens, Greystone Mansion, Edelweiss Chocolates, which inspired the famous chocolate-factory scene in the “I Love Lucy” show, an architecture tour of the Beverly Hills Hotel, a coach tour through the famed Trousdale Estates and more.

During the four-day festival, a collection of Beverly Hills restaurants will craft special drinks and dishes for visitors and festival goers to experience. To view a full list of event activities visit bevelyhills.org/madebh.

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The city of Malibu indicated in a news release that the family-friendly event will consists of fun games and movie trivia and “Neon Night,” a fun, glow-in-the-dark candy hunt after the film. Participants are asked to arrive early to purchase food from the D’Amores Pizza food truck and shaved ice from Kona Ice.

Attendees are invited to bring new socks to donate to “Sock-tober,” a donation drive to benefit local homeless shelters and people in need. A donation box will be onsite at the event. Attendees who donate a new pair of socks will receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win a prize, including gift certificates and swag bags. People can tag the Malibu Community Services Department on social media and with the hashtags #socktober and #halloweeninthebu when you donate a pair of socks. Facebook: @MalibuCommunityServices. Twitter: @malibucsd. Instagram: @malibucommunityservices.

Malibu’s CineMalibu series has presented free outdoor movie screenings for the community since 2005. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring chairs and blankets; no alcohol is allowed at Malibu Bluffs Park.

Pre-registration is recommended, but not required. For more details, visit www.MalibuCity.org/Halloween or call 310-317-1364.

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Malibu Bluffs Park is located at 24250 Pacific Coast Highway (at Malibu Canyon Road). The movie starts at sunset (7:30 p.m.) and pre-event activities start at 6:30 p.m.

Join the complimentary art activity with Create Art Studio and learn about cartooning and animation with community class cartooning instructor Larry Scott, and meet a special guest from Fairytales Entertainment. Arrive early to purchase food from the D’Amores Pizza food truck and shaved ice from Apollo’s Expresso.

Malibu’s CineMalibu series presented free outdoor movie screenings for the community since 2005. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring chairs and blankets. Alcohol is not permitted at Malibu Bluffs Park.

Attendees can provide a staff member they follow the City of Malibu, Community Services Department on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes, including gift certificates and 30 percent off a Malibu 2022 Fall program. For more details visit MalibuCity.org/CineMalibu or call 310-317-1364.

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The movie begins at sunset 8 p.m. and pre-event activities start at 7 p.m. The event will feature a complimentary themed art activity with Create Art, an interactive class demonstration led by community class cartooning instructor Larry Scott, and an appearance by a special guest from Fairytales Entertainment. Food and treats will be available for purchase from D’Amore’s Pizza and Kona Ice shaved ice.

Guests who show a staff member that they follow the Community Services Department on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win great prizes, including gift certificates and 30 percent off a city of Malibu 2022 Summer Day Camp.

The City of Malibu’s CineMalibu series has presented free outdoor movie screenings for the community since 2005. RSVP online at MalibuCity.org/Register. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring chairs and blankets. No alcohol is allowed at Malibu Bluffs Park. For more details, visit MalibuCity.org/CineMalibu or call 310-317-1364.

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Hosted by Tampa Bay Bucs tight-end and four-time Super Bowl champ Rob Gronkowski and featuring celebrity red carpet appearances and performances by rapper Flo Rida and Netflix star DJ Kim Lee, the Legends Party is where NFL superstars of all eras go to kick-off championship weekend in style.

The best part? A very limited number of tickets are now available to the public. Opportunities to attend an event like this don’t come around often, so carpe diem, reserve your spot, and be legendary. Doors open at 10 p.m. DJ Kim Lee performs at 10:30 p.m. and Flo Rida at midnight. Attendees must be 21 and older. Dress to impress for your red carpet walk. Professional photos, snacks, and open bar included for all guests.

AVALON is a historic live entertainment venue and special event facility located at the world-famous intersection of Hollywood and Vine. Built in 1927, the venue has been restored and maintained over the years and features state-of-the-art sound, lighting and visuals.

Gronk famously did a flip years ago while on crutches at a Super Bowl function. He loves entertaining the crowd while showing off his athleticism: Gronkowskis charm and accessibility makes him the life of any party.

Other NFL stars include three-time Super Bowl Champion Dallas Cowboys running back Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith. Also suiting up for action is 49ers legend Jerry Rice, the greatest wide receiver in NFL history. Other NFL stars include former NFL quarterback and Heisman trophy winner Doug Flutie and former tight-end Vernon Davis round out the starters. These celebrities and football luminaries have already proven themselves to be legends. Their question: Are you ready to be legendary?

Ticket packages are currently available, visit: www.legendsparty.com

Friday, February 11 (10 p.m. to 2 a.m.)
Avalon Hollywood
1735 Vine St
Los Angeles, CA 90028

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The Concert Series starts on January 25 at 7 p.m. with The Bandit and The Queen. Cody Belew and Hannah Blaylock are both top-tier Nashville vocalists and their combined resumes include four major national tours opening for Grammy-award winning country artists Little Big Town, Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire, and Rascal Flatts.

They have performed on the Grand Ole Opry more than 25 times, have Top 20 country radio hits, have been Grammy-nominated for their songwriting, and have made it to the Top 7 on “The Voice.” Their influences range from classic country to mountain soul to Texas two-step.

Gregory Allison will perform on February 8, at 7 p.m. Allison creates, with a single violin, a sound that travels across great landscapes. He brings the sensibility of a film composer into a live and intimate setting. His training in South Indian Classical music brings a melodic fluency and emotional fire to his compositions, while his Western Classical training is apparent in the wide sonic palette he creates. His violin goes from intimate weeping to orchestral soundscapes, carrying the listener on a journey all the way.

The Concert Series finale on Friday, February 22, at 7 p.m. will feature Charged Particles. Celebrating their 29th anniversary this year, Charged Particles is a trio that plays funky Latin jazz, as well as creative arrangements of jazz standards. They’ve played hundreds of concerts, festivals, and clubs across the country and abroad and released three CDs that have received airplay on more than 100 radio stations, as well as NPR’s All Things Considered. Reviewers have said: “An electrifying, push-the-limits performance style…a tight and enormously talented trio.” (JazzTimes Magazine); and “Charged Particles is definitely dazzling.” (Jazz & Blues Report).

West Hollywood’s 2022 WeHo Sounds Free Concert Series is organized by the Arts Division. For additional details about the performers and to view the series visit www.weho.org/wehosounds.

For more details about WeHo Sounds contact Joy Tribble, West Hollywood’s Arts Technician, at (323) 848-6360 or at jtribble@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing call TTY (323) 848-6496.

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For the third consecutive year, Rams team captain, Four Time Pro-Bowler and Rams Captain Offensive Tackle Andrew Whitworth co-hosted the event at a private residence in Thousand Oaks.

“We’ve got a big goal, hoping to raise $250,000 tonight-we have a lot of wishes to grant for 137 children,” said Patti Mullens, CEO of Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties.

Over the past four years, the Rams have helped raise more than $400,000 for Make-A-Wish.

It was held under a giant canopy, spacious setting. Dining wood chairs and tables made for a comfortable, at home experience. The brisk night under the stars included; a cocktail reception, live silent auctions, games, Rams players and Rams cheerleaders.

Even our busy mascot, “Rampage” made special appearance. Over 300 community partners and business supporters attended this incredible event. Live entertainment, music and a photo booth, all for a great cause.

Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties grants wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Each year, over 100 children are diagnosed with a life-threatening illness and desperately need the positive experience that a wish provides.

Founded in 1985, Make-A-Wish Tri-Counties has granted the heartfelt wishes of more than 1,750 local children in Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties along the central coast of California.

For more information: visit www.ramsnightofwishes.com

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Festivities will include:

-Shopping for hand-blown glass creations made by Santa Monica College’s Glass Department College students.

-Seasonal craft workshops for children of all ages.

-Two storytelling sessions in English and Spanish will be read by Santa Monica’s Public children’s librarian, sittings will be held at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.,

-Fresh food from the Pico Farmers Market that will be available in the food court

-Free pumpkin giveaway, one per household, while supplies last.

For more details visit smgov.net/vap or call 310-458-8688. This event is presented by Virginia Avenue Park, Santa Monica Public Library, Santa Monica Farmers Market, and Santa Monica College.

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DineLA will host a total of nine local restaurants from October 1 to October 19. The featured restaurants will also provide a priced prix fixe menu. The following are featured restaurants at the event include:

• Conservatory, 8289 Santa Monica Boulevard
• P. & L.P., 603 North La Cienega Boulevard
• Gracias Madre, 8905 Melrose Avenue
• Granville West Hollywood, 8701 Beverly Boulevard
• Hugo’s, 8905 Melrose Avenue
• Justin Queso’s Tex Mex Restaurant & Bar, 8917 Sunset Boulevard
• La Bohème, 8400 Santa Monica Boulevard
• Tesse, 8500 Sunset Boulevard
• WeHo Bistro, 1040 North. La Cienega Boulevard

The priced prix fixe options will vary from restaurant to restaurant and excludes beverages, gratuity, and tax. There is also a specific duration of time that the restaurant will provide the prix fixe menu for the event which is up to the discretion of the participating restaurant.

One of restaurants featured, Gracias Madre, which is a Mexican establishment states that they were founded on the Love of Mother Earth and reverence for all mothers, will be offering plant-based options utilizing ingredients cultivated from local and organic sources. La Bohème will be offering vegan options for the dineLA event and Conservatory will be serving many vegetarian and gluten-free options as well.

Starting October 7, proof of COVID vaccinations will be required for those planning to attend the event. Only the initial dose of the vaccination will be required to attend dineLA. For more information please visit: http://www.weho.org/coronavirus

West Hollywood’s City Hall offers COVID-19 services like testing and vaccinations. For more information or to set up an appointment visit: http://www.weho.org/appointments

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Country Nation plays modern country music featuring country superstars Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Meranda Lambert, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Urban and so many more.  Country Nation aims to please its audience with great music featuring male and female vocalists, fantastic harmonies and a concert style energy and performance that engages the audience.

The free outdoor entertainment series takes place every Thursday from now through September 9, with two 45-minute musical sets at 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Tables and chairs are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, but there is plentiful seating on the large, grassy area for your blankets.  Guests can have their own picnic in the park by bringing their own picnic-packed meal or purchasing a boxed meal from one of the neighboring restaurants.

The remaining season line-up:

• Thursday, August 19: Bill Rotella & the Earthtones – Original Music
• Thursday, August 26: Singular Nature – Reggae
• Thursday, September 2: Joyce Partise – Jazz & Brazilian Bossa Nova
• Thursday, September 9: Music Carolyn – Soul Jazz Neo-Soul R&B

Beverly Canon Gardens is located on Canon Drive by the Montage Hotel. Parking is available adjacent to Beverly Canon Gardens.

All concerts in this series are performed in Beverly Canon Gardens, 241 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, California, 90210.  For more details, visit www.beverlyhills.org/concertsoncanon.

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“With the Delta variant creating new concerns for health and safety, we’re seeking to create opportunities to engage in West Hollywood’s vibrant nightlife in creative ways, whether safely in person in the community or safer at home,” said City of West Hollywood Mayor Lindsey P. Horvath. “For those that choose to connect in a virtual space, the City’s WeHo LIVE! DJs and musicians continue to bring the rhythm and melody of our community directly into your homes. Let’s start our weekends virtually throughout the rest of summer each Friday evening for an hour of live DJ entertainment each week. Be sure to connect to the beat!”

The city noted in a press release that the virtual series kicked-off in July. On Friday, August 13, at 6 p.m. DJ Phatrick, who has more than 20 years of experience spinning parties, commanding stages, and crafting songs will perform.

Sindri will spin on Friday, August 27 at 6 p.m. Sindri is a DJ, artist, and event producer whose roots in nightlife began in the California Bay Area during his teenage years. He moved to San Francisco in 2001, he became an integral part of the queer party scene. His love of house, disco, Italo, funk, and techno landed him gigs across the globe such as Horse Meat Disco London, Honcho Pittsburgh, Deep South Atlanta, and Vujaday Barbados, to name a few.

On Friday, September 3  will feature DJ Dazzler who provided sounds at coveted landmarks for destinations such as Absolut Elyx House, The Dolby Theatre, The Recording Academy GRAMMY Museum, and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim stadium. Celebrity clients include Wolfgang Puck, Jon Bon Jovi, Jason Derulo, Gabrielle Union, Jeannie Mai, as well as brands such as Disney, Neiman Marcus, and Red Bull.

On Friday, September 10, Kid Enzo Music will be featured. Los Angeles based funk soul flave! Kid Enzo Music entertains audiences with spontaneous dance moves, saxophone playing, and music creation. He is a street performer taking their self-taught skills to the stage with a new approach to live music.

On Friday, September 24 will feature d. painter, an LA-based DJ by way of Washington DC. d. painter, who developed a brand working his way through clubs from Santa Monica to Downtown LA and weekly on KPFK 90.7FM radio. He’s provided the soundtrack for A-list celebs from the Kardashians to David Beckham in addition to residencies at acclaimed bottle service spots and trendy speakeasy bars. He will be spinning a set of ’80s, dance, and new wave music.

West Hollywood’s 2021 WeHo LIVE! series is organized by the West Hollywood’s Arts Division. For additional details about DJs and to view the series visit www.weho.org/weholive.

West Hollywood’s Arts Division provides a broad array of arts programs including: Art on the Outside (temporary public art), City Poet Laureate, Drag Queen Story Hour, Free Theatre in the Parks, Grants, Holiday Programming, Human Rights Speaker Series, Library Exhibits, National Poetry Month, One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival, Summer Sounds + Winter Sounds, Urban Art (permanent public art), and WeHo Reads.

For more details about WeHo LIVE! contact Joy Tribble, West Hollywood’s Arts Technician, at (323) 848-6360 or at jtribble@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing call TTY (323) 848-6496.

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The virtual series will kick-off on Friday, June 18 at 6 p.m. with Ryan Porter & Friends. Los Angeles native trombonist Ryan Porter has released four self-titled albums, and has played and recorded with artists such as Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, as well as Thundercat, Kamasi Washington, Kendrick Lamar, and a host of other incredible West Coast Musicians.

A young group from Hollywood,, Crawford will perform on July 16 at 6 p.m. Born out of a group of friends who met at Musicians Institute, Crawford aims to bring people together through recorded music, live performance, and community-building. They list one of their greatest achievements as Spill The Tea, a monthly get together they produced where a vibrant community is created through music and art.

Grammy award-winning pianist, John Beasley will perform with his 4Tet on August 20 at 6 p.m. Beasley has performed with Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Chaka Khan, Queen Latifah, and Dianne Reeves, to name a few. He has a dozen albums, and also works on film and TV projects, including blockbuster films “1917,” “Finding Nemo,” “Skyfall” and “Spectre.”

September 17, at 6 p.m. will feature Buyepongo. With deep roots in South and Central America, Buyepongo draw heavily from the Latino and Afro-Indigenous musical culture. Taking their cues from traditional roots music of Colombia, Haiti, Belize, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic, Buyepongo creates a very vibrant polyrhythmic sound by seamlessly fusing merengue, punta, cumbia, and more.

West Hollywood’s 2020-2021 WeHo Sounds Free Virtual Concert Series is organized by the city’s Arts Division. For more information about the performers and to view the series, please visit www.weho.org/wehosounds.  The City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division delivers a broad array of arts programs including: Art on the Outside (temporary public art), City Poet Laureate, Drag Queen Story Hour, Free Theatre in the Parks, Grants, Holiday Programming, Human Rights Speaker Series, Library Exhibits, National Poetry Month, One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival, Summer Sounds + Winter Sounds, Urban Art (permanent public art), and WeHo Reads.

For details about WeHo Sounds, contact Joy Tribble, West Hollywood Arts Technician, at (323) 848-6360 or at jtribble@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, call TTY (323) 848-6496.

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A band that has already performed is Murphy’s Flaw. According to LA County Arts, “Murphy’s Flaw’s musical explorations include bluegrass and a panoply of American roots music such as folk, country, rockabilly, jazz, pop, and Western swing. Their repertoire features classic bluegrass tunes pioneered by bands of the 40s and 50s (Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, The Stanley Brothers, etc.), country western swing numbers (with steel guitar by artists such as Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Bob Wills), 50s rockabilly tunes by artists such as Elvis Presley and the Everly Brothers, bluegrass-arranged versions of 60s favorites from artists such as the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Emmylou Harris, and Bob Dylan, as well as contemporary groups such as Old Crow Medicine Show and Darius Rucker.”

Another artist who has performed is Astyn Turr. “Astyn Turr is a singer-songwriter based in LA. New to the music scene, she is developing her sound to include her indie, R&B/Soul, jazz, gospel, and pop influences,” according to Spotify. Some of her most streamed songs on Spotify include: “Feel You Here,” “Tired,” “Moonlit Morning,” “Call It Home” and “6 Am.”

“Celebrated as a pivotal new sound on the Brazilian and World Music scenes, Farofa, [a band who has already performed,] delivers a passion-filled, electrifying performance of traditional rhythms blended with modern stylings and influences. Their signature sound is amplified by an eclectic collection of ideas and inspirations drawn from rock, jazz, contemporary classical, pop, deep African rhythmic tradition and, above all, from the entire musical universe of their native Brazil,” according to their website.

Indie pop artist Bronsen Vidas, who has performed, is a “Vocalist and multi instrumentalist living in Los Angeles. [He channels] all [his] influences and [tries] to piece together something that feels like [his] own. That something is always changing, but [his] ultimate goal is to perform this stuff live and inspire/connect with people,” according to Submit Hub. 

According to Event Brite, “Steve Thachuk is a classical guitarist who has performed all over North America and Europe. In recent years he’s returned to his roots as an electric guitarist, collaborating with his brother to transcribe and arrange shows for rock bands touring with orchestras. He is also a professor of guitar at Cal State Northridge. Sarah Wass is a flutist, educator and consultant for arts education non-profits. She is a musical omnivore who performs with orchestras, new music groups and singer-songwriters. Steve and Sarah have performed together for over a decade. They are married and have a 7-year-old daughter.” 

The last band who has previously performed is KATALYST. “Katalyst is a nine piece band formed on September 27th, 2014, after a show for L.A. Renaissance. Since then, Katalyst has gone on to play in the prestigious Walt Disney Concert Hall with the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles, backing recording artist Dion at Talib Kweli and Hi-Tek’s Reflection Eternal concert at the Belasco Theater, and a host of events and concerts in the Los Angeles area. Katalyst is also the creator of #Inglewoodstock, a popup concert series featuring many of Los Angeles’ most talented bands, rappers, and vocalists,” according to their website. Their music is described as “Contemporary Instrumental.”

Christ Hutton, a Los Angeles based artist who will perform, “brings passion, professionalism, and care to everything he does. As a vocalist, Chris has worked with renowned L.A. contractors Tim Davis, Edie Lehmann Boddicker and others, and has performed in styles from pop to jazz to opera. In addition to singing, Chris has collaborated with Grammy-nominated producer Bruce Vanderveer and provides coaching for record label InRage Entertainment. Chris holds a B.A. in Commercial Music from Biola University where he underwent artist development in songwriting and production with Disney songwriter Adam Watts, receiving the Bishop scholarship for voice,” according to his website.

The band who will perform is the Satin Ragdoll and The Misfit Toys. It is a “pre-1920s through 1960s jazz band led by vocalist Loren Marie Story. They bring modern instrumentation to classic songs while honoring their original mood and style. Self-described as “born in the wrong decade,” Loren Marie carries a deep love for show tunes and the glamour of the 1930s and 40s. Their near and dear influences include Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee, and Ella Fitzgerald. Always dressing the part in vintage splendor, Satin Ragdoll performs at private and public events across LA county,” according to the city of West Hollywood.

For more details about WeHo Sounds contact Joy Tribble, the city of West Hollywood’s Arts Technician, at (323) 848-6360 or at jtribble@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, call TTY (323) 848-6496. To watch visit here. For more information visit. here.

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The Program Coordinator from the Santa Monica Community Garden and staff will teach kids how to start a herb garden that is most suited for windowsills or patio. If the need of gardening materials, the Community Garden will offer supplies while they last available only through curbside pickup. Parents who do not have gardening materials can have kids make them from common household materials, such as using popsicle sticks for seed markers, as noted by the city of Santa Monica website.  

The Santa Monica Library will lend their services by assisting kids and parents alike to reserve a book online, such as from their Gardening and Planting for Kids section. The library is currently closed due to the pandemic, but anyone can place a book on hold online and pick them up through a contactless curbside window during their business hours. 

Ann Wilson, Youth Services Librarian, told Canyon News via email that due to limited budget, they can only provide 50 supply kits, which include pots, potting soil, seeds, and plant markers. They hope this program will benefit kids by teaching them the science of plants, how things grow, and learn something new for the New Year. Wilson is tasked creating at least one monthly program for youth and families that promotes and enhance literacy, learning, and well-being for the youth.

To register for this program, must go to santamonica.gov and fill out the form. 

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Due to the pandemic, the public will be able to see the installation outside the windows of the Santa Monica merry go-round while the puppeteers will perform inside the building where the merry go-round is held. 

The Bob Baker Marionette Theatre is the troupe of puppeteers behind the ‘Windows of Wonderment’, which is a retrospective of the Bob Baker theatre in a festive setting. The historical theatre has been a staple in California since 1963, but due to COVID-19 they struggle keeping their doors open, according to Bob Baker Marionette Theatre website. They collaborated with the city of Santa Monica to bring this “one-of-a-kind installation” to life. 

The city of Santa Monica Cultural Affairs and Economy Recovery Task Force created a grant program designed among other things to implement artists’ work front and center in Santa Monica. The program is called Art of Recovery and was implemented as an economic recovery plan during COVID-19. 

The Windows of Wonderment is free, open to the public, and for children of all ages. 

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