JULY 29TH, 2024

MONDAY’S VIBES

WALKING INTO MONDAY

TO WIN BIG THIS WEEK

• 🕕️ STARTING TIME: Good morning, Los Angeles and Happy Monday. The weather is getting cooler, and people were out smiling this weekend soaking in good vibes. I have a very, very good feeling that this week is going to be another great week for us all. I do want to update everyone with some info below, and also note that we are now back to our 6:00am traditional starting time earlier than expected: the sunrise is now after 6:00am. That was a word fumble….so let’s fumble over these good vibes below. See you all on Wednesday! - Wyatt

• 💌 SUBMIT: All CuratedLA Calendars will be updated throughout this week and into this upcoming weekend to reflect a new slate of events for the entire month of August. Please use our easy event/content submission form if you would like to have your event featured (complimentary).

• 🎂 BIRTHDAY WEEK: I will turn thirty-six on Wednesday. In celebration, I am humbly asking any individuals that can to donate to CuratedLA this week. Funds from this donation will be used for further growth marketing and to achieve roadmap elements for our Youth Curator Movement. Any donations would be greatly appreciated.

• 📚️ MONDAY MOTIVATION: Trying something new based on what I have done in the past for Unfiltered Feeds (more content for Unfiltered Feeds coming soon, will link accordingly when so).

  • What I’m reading: ‘The Laws of Creativity: Unlock Your Originality and Awaken Your Creative Genius’ by my good friend, Joey Cofone.

  • What I’m watching: Mad Dogs on Amazon Prime.

  • I recently learned: Doug Heckman read the EULA before he installed some PC software. The agreement included a clause offering ‘financial compensation’ to those that actually read the license agreement. He emailed the company, referred to the clause, and the company sent him a check for a thousand dollars.

  • I am looking forward to: The California Restaurant Show that I will attend on behalf of CuratedLA.

  • I am thankful for: Thirty-six years of life! July 31st, 1988. Not telling my weight though.

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EATS

HEADLINES

• 🍗 NATIONAL CHICKEN WING DAY: We always have a day for something in America. And today in America is National Chicken Wing Day. This celebration of chicken first began in 1977 with a proclamation by the then-mayor of Buffalo, New York, Stan Makowski, to celebrate both his and his city of Buffalo’s love for chicken. Maybe one day CuratedLA can start ‘Good Vibes Day.’

  • 7-Eleven: Take advantage of BOGO deals today—buy a five-piece order of bone-in wings and get another free, or buy an eight-piece order of boneless wings and get one free.

  • Applebee's: Order online or via the mobile app to buy one order of wings and get a second order free with promo code WINGDAY24.

  • Bar Louie: Get 50% off bone-in wings during happy hour (3:00pm - 7:00pm) today at participating locations.

  • bb.q Chicken: Get 20% off all online and app orders today + tomorrow using the code WINGDAY24, plus a chance to win a trip to Korea!

  • Buffalo Wild Wings: Order ten-dollars or more online and get a voucher for six free wings with any burger purchase for your next visit. Use promo code WINGDAY.

  • Dave and Buster's: Enjoy all-you-can-eat wings starting at $22.99, which includes a ten-dollar Power Card for games.

  • Fatburger: Get a free three-piece wings order with the purchase of a Fatburger Meal online using code WINGMAN24.

  • Hooters: Buy ten wings and get another ten free on today, available for dine-in only.

  • Mountain Mike’s Pizza: Rewards members can score 15% off orders of thirty-dollars or more, including wings, today through Wednesday.

  • Omaha Steaks: Save 50% on fully cooked chicken wings, now $34.99 for two sixteen-ounce packages, when purchased with any other item.

  • Perdue: Through Wednesday, grab the National Wing Day Bundle for $39.99, featuring Air Fryer Ready Crispy Wings in three flavors.

  • Popeyes: Buy one six-piece set of Boneless or Bone-in Wings and get another for just $1 today through the app or website.

  • Wingstop: Get five free classic or boneless wings with any chicken purchase today using code FREEWINGS on the website or app.

  • Wings and Rings: Get 40% off traditional and boneless wings today.

• 🍟 BUDEG EATS: Fast-food giants like McDonald's and Taco Bell are rolling out five-dollar meal deals to entice budget-conscious diners back into their restaurants amid rising menu prices. While these promotions aim to boost customer traffic, investors remain skeptical about their potential to drive significant sales growth without impacting profit margins. As economic pressures mount, the fast-food sector is witnessing a shift in consumer behavior, with many patrons seeking value over indulgence, leading to a competitive landscape where affordability is key.

• 🥑 CHIPTOLE X WONDERSKIN: Chipotle and Wonderskin are teaming up to launch the 'Lipotle' lip stain kit, a limited-edition product perfect for avocado lovers, debuting tomorrow in honor of National Avocado Day. This innovative lip stain, designed to be burrito-proof, features a unique green masque that transforms into a stunning nude-pink shade, ensuring a smudge-free experience while enjoying your favorite Chipotle meal. To celebrate, Chipotle fans can also snag a free guacamole offer on Wednesday with the promo code AVO2024, making it a delicious day for all avocado enthusiasts. | 💌 

OPENINGS

• 🌮 SANTA MONICA: Tacos Los Desvelados, known for its authentic Mexican cuisine, is set to open its flagship location in Santa Monica this August, featuring a full bar and karaoke. Owner Adolfo Valenzuela promises to bring the flavors of Guadalajara to California with a diverse menu that includes handmade tortillas and over twenty taco styles, all grilled to perfection. | 🖥️ Website | 📜 Menu | 📸 Instagram

• 🍣 IKI NORI: Iki Nori recently opened up in Hollywood on Sunset Blvd. This sushi eat is consdered to be a nice go-to spot for a quick + satisfying meal. Iki Nori’s sleek handroll bar offers a delightful selection of fresh sushi, including a four-handroll set for under thirty dollars, all served in a vibrant atmosphere perfect for pre-show dining or a casual lunch break. | 🖥️ Website | 📜 Menu | 📸 Instagram

• 🥃 ECHO PARK: Kushiba in Echo Park is a hidden gem for izakaya lovers, offering a delightful selection of over twenty varieties of kushikatsu, complemented by a robust drink menu featuring beer, whiskey, sake, and shochu. With a cozy atmosphere and a twenty-dollar set meal that includes five skewers and fresh seasonal veggies, it's the perfect spot for locals and Dodger game-goers alike to indulge in satisfying bites and refreshing cocktails like a shiso gin martini. | 🖥️ Website | 📜 Menu | 📸 Instagram

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EVENTS

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ACTIVITIES

• 🛼 SANTA MONICA: AUGUST 10TH - OCTOBER 14TH: Santa Monica is bringing back the nostalgia with Roll @ Santa Monica, a new outdoor roller skating rink opening on August 10th and running through October 14th. Located in downtown at 1324 Fifth St., the 4,800 square-foot rink will host themed nights and offer group lessons by the LA Skate Hunnies, making it the perfect spot for both seasoned skaters and newcomers alike.

• 💻️ VENICE: WEDNESDAY, 8:45AM: Join fellow entrepreneurs, startups, and tech enthusiasts at The KINN on July 31st for a morning of networking over coffee from 7even Seas Coffee Co. Engage in insightful discussions during ‘Beyond the Mental Loop: Unlocking Your Potential,’ led by Vincent Paul, who will explore the subconscious patterns that shape our decisions and empower you to achieve your goals.

• 👾 WILSHIRE: WEDNESDAY, 4PM: Join the tech community in LA for the AI for Media Meetup, hosted by BMG, where industry experts will showcase the latest trends in AI while you network over light snacks and drinks. Experience exciting demos from innovative companies like Vermillio, Jen Music, Nota, and Musaic/SourceAudio, and engage in discussions that could shape the future of media technology.

• ⚡️ HOLLYWOOD: WEDNESDAY, 6:30PM: Curious about the future of AI in filmmaking and its impact on LA's entertainment landscape? Join LA Techies for an intimate gathering of entrepreneurs, VCs, and creative leaders to explore these pressing questions over drinks, hosted by Todd Hansen and Ciara Haley.

• 🎸 SKIRBALL: THURSDAY, 8:00PM: Get ready for a mesmerizing night of global rhythms at the Skirball Cultural Center's Sunset Concerts series! On August 1st, Montreal-based artist Waahli brings his innovative fusion of hip-hop, Afrobeat, and Haitian melodies to the outdoor stage, performing in English, French, and Haitian Creole. Doors open at 6:30pm, so arrive early to explore exhibitions, enjoy food and drinks, and groove to a set by dublab DJ 88 before Waahli takes you on a musical journey to the four corners of the world.

• ⛱️ GARDENA: AUGUST 6TH: Join the fun at Gardena's National Night Out, also known as the Summer Block Party, on August 6th at the City Hall Complex, where locals can enjoy free food, games, and music while connecting with police officers. This year's event promises to be the largest yet, featuring over 350 backpacks for school-aged children and a variety of activities for all ages.

• 🇵🇭 PASADENA: NEXT WEEKEND: Los Angeles, get ready for a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture! For the first time ever, Toronto's beloved brands Cambio & Co. and Jillian Joy Handcrafted are bringing their unique Filipiniana fashion pop-up to LA. Join the community for Filipiniana Everyday next weekend on August 10th and 11th, where you can shop stunning modern Filipiniana attire and artisan accessories while savoring delicious Filipino treats from local vendors.

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COMMUNITY

• 🛣️ 5 FREEWAY: Expect significant lane closures on the 5 Freeway between the 605 Freeway and Slauson Avenue as Caltrans undertakes essential roadwork, today through Friday. Up to two lanes in each direction will be closed nightly from 10:00pm to 6:00am to facilitate median shoulder repairs, part of a larger project aimed at extending pavement life and enhancing driving conditions for motorists.

• 🐣 ZOO HATCHINGS: The Los Angeles Zoo has achieved a record-breaking milestone in its 2024 California condor breeding season with seventeen chicks hatched, surpassing the previous record of fifteen set in 1997. These chicks, nurtured through innovative triple brooding techniques, are all candidates for release into the wild as part of the California Condor Recovery Program.

• 🏡 SANTA MONICA: The Santa Monica Conservancy is launching a new initiative to engage the community with a series of events, including neighborhood walks and garden tours, aimed at celebrating local culture and history. Kicking off this summer, the Conservancy's first signature tour in seven years, the Main Street Walk, will be held monthly, revealing the rich tapestry of the neighborhood's past.

• 🎨 SANTA MONICA: Ten Santa Monica nonprofits have been awarded over $265,000 in grants from the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, part of a larger $6.4 million initiative to enhance arts and cultural programs across the county. This funding aims to support diverse organizations, with specific allocations designed to bolster administrative capacities and foster community engagement through artistic initiatives.

• 🌹 PASADENA: Don Penman has been appointed to South Pasadena Interim City Manager. Penman is a seasoned public servant, bringing over four decades of local government expertise to his new role, most recently for the City of Ventura. With a Master's in Public Administration from USC and a track record of managing full-service municipalities, Penman's appointment promises to provide steady leadership during this transitional period for the city.

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DEVELOPMENT

• 🎨 ARTS DISTRICT: East End Studios is breaking new ground in the Los Angeles Arts District with an ambitious 720,000-square-foot production campus at 6th and Alameda Streets. The updated design by Grimshaw Architects features sixteen soundstages, 300,000 square feet of office space, and 70,000 square feet of studio support areas, promising to revitalize the neighborhood with a blend of cutting-edge facilities and community-focused architecture. Set to become a hub for the entertainment industry, this $1bn project aims to create over one-thousand jobs and solidify Downtown LA's position as a creative powerhouse.

• 💎 BEVERLY HILLS: Wilshire Rodeo Plaza, recently acquired for over $208m by Justin and Tyler Mateen and their brother-in-law Pouya Abdi, is set to transform into a luxury retail hub on Beverly Hills' iconic Rodeo Drive. The new owners plan to nearly double the retail space by converting existing office areas, aiming to attract high-end brands while rebranding the property as One Rodeo to enhance its appeal and modernize its façade.

• 🌳 GRIFFITH PARK: The City of L.A. is advancing a $1.4m road modification project on a 1.4-mile stretch of Crystal Springs Drive in Griffith Park to enhance safety for cyclists and pedestrians. Spearheaded by Councilmember Nithya Raman, the project will reduce the road to one lane each way, adding buffers and bollards to protect non-motorized users, with construction starting in mid-August and no cost to taxpayers thanks to state grants.

• 💃 PALM SPRINGS: Palm Springs Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein announced the relocation of the controversial Forever Marilyn statue to Downtown Park, resolving a long-standing dispute with the Committee to Relocate Marilyn (CReMa). The decision comes after a lawsuit claimed the statue's placement on Museum Way obstructed views of the Palm Springs Art Museum, with the exact new location expected to be finalized within thirty days.

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BUSINESS

• 🛏️ POTTERY BARN: Pottery Barn has unveiled a whimsical new home furnishings collection inspired by the hit Netflix series Wednesday, just in time for Halloween. The collection features a range of items including bedding, table linens, and character-shaped decor, all designed to capture the quirky spirit of Wednesday Addams and her adventures at Nevermore Academy.

• 🛫 LONG BEACH: In a vibrant celebration of its centennial year, Long Beach Airport (LGB) is releasing a captivating series of four vintage-style posters that pay homage to its rich aviation history in celebration of one-hundred years. Each poster, designed in the nostalgic style of Works Progress Administration national park posters, highlights distinct eras of LGB's legacy.

• 🎞️ AMAZON MGM: Amazon MGM Studios has forged a multi-year partnership with Scott Stuber, the former head of film at Netflix, to revitalize the iconic United Artists brand through a new production company. This collaboration will see Stuber produce several films annually, leveraging both original concepts and existing intellectual properties, with releases planned for both theaters and Prime Video.

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ENTERTAINMENT

• 👨‍🦱 ROBERT DOWNEY JR: In a stunning twist at Comic-Con 2024, Marvel announced Robert Downey Jr.'s return to the MCU, not as Iron Man, but as the iconic villain Doctor Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars films. The beloved actor, fresh off his Oscar win, surprised fans by dramatically unmasking himself on stage, quipping ‘New mask, same task.’ Watch mask unveil above, via Entertainment Access on YouTube.

• ⭐️ MARVEL STUDIOS: Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, with stars like Chris Evans, Brie Larson, and Hugh Jackman celebrating his impact on the industry. As he reflects on his journey, Feige emphasizes the importance of character and storytelling, promising fans a blend of humor and action in the upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine film.

• 🍿 DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE: Marvel Studios has made a triumphant return with Deadpool & Wolverine, which shattered box office records by grossing $205m in its opening weekend domestically and $438.3m globally, marking the highest R-rated opening of all time. The film, featuring the dynamic duo of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has garnered an impressive 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, solidifying its status as a must-see blockbuster this summer.

• 🤠 HARRISON FORD: Captain America: Brave New World stole the spotlight at Comic-Con, with Anthony Mackie and a star-studded cast teasing the thrilling sequel, but it was Harrison Ford's surprise appearance that truly electrified the crowd as he confirmed his transformation into the Red Hulk. Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige heralded the film as a return to the gritty action reminiscent of Captain America: The Winter Soldier, promising a more cerebral take on the iconic hero as Mackie steps into the role of Captain America.

• 🤝 DEAL REACHED: A tentative agreement has been reached between unions representing 7,600 Hollywood workers—including drivers, electricians, and animal trainers—averting a looming strike just days before the deadline, with fair wages being a primary focus. This development, following IATSE's recent contract ratification, signals a potential easing of labor tensions in the industry, but the details remain under wraps as union members prepare to vote on the deal soon.

• 💃 SWIFT: Taylor Swift's Munich concert drew an impressive crowd, with thousands of fans tailgating outside the Olympiastadion, pitching tents to catch a glimpse of her performance. Expressing her gratitude, Swift acknowledged the dedicated fans from the stage, stating, ‘I just feel so incredibly welcomed,’ as she promised to make the night special for everyone, even those outside the venue.

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SPORTS

• 🏅 MEN’S BASKETBALL: LeBron James and Kevin Durant made a spectacular Olympic return, leading Team USA to a dominant 110-84 win over Serbia in their Paris Games opener. Durant scored 23 points on a perfect 8-for-8 start, while James added 21 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists, setting the stage for a strong bid for a fifth consecutive gold medal.

• ⚡️ CHARGERS: After two years of construction, the Los Angeles Chargers have officially moved into The Bolt, their new state-of-the-art training facility in El Segundo, spanning fourteen acres. This impressive 150,000-square-foot complex features three natural grass practice fields, training and rehabilitation centers, and a media center, marking a significant milestone for the team and the city, which now hosts the headquarters for multiple major sports franchises. See pictures via Urbanize: Los Angeles.

• 🧢 DODGERS 6, ASTROS 2: The Dodgers secured a strong 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros, highlighted by Teoscar Hernández's 22nd home run and impressive pitching from rookie River Ryan, who struck out eight batters in his first major league win. Gavin Lux and James Outman also contributed with homers, helping the Dodgers break a rough road streak and build momentum heading into their next series against the Padres at home.

• ⚾️ ANGELS 8, ATHLETICS 6: Taylor Ward's electrifying grand slam propelled the Angels to an impressive 8-6 comeback victory against the Oakland Athletics, erasing an early 6-0 deficit. With this being his fourth career grand slam, Ward's performance not only showcased his power but also marked a pivotal moment in the Angels' season as they aimed to regain momentum. The Angels will stay in Anaheim as they face the Colorado Rockies tomorrow at 6:38pm.

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