November 10, 2024 Breaking News, Latest News, and Videos

“Robin Hood 702” Organizes Easter Dinner For Santa Monica’s Less Fortunate:

The generosity of a Las Vegas man who goes by the nickname “Robin Hood 702” and restaurant partners RAO’s and Tender Greens hosted an Easter dinner for the needy and less fortunate in Santa Monica on Sunday.

From 3 pm to 6 pm, St. Anne Catholic Church & Shrine at 2011 Colorado Ave. hosted the dinner that was free and open to the public.

About 150 people attended the event, including representatives from Santa Monica Fire Department.

“The Fire Department welcomed and embraced the event,” Robin said. “Battalion Chief Michael McElvaney showed up and brought four firemen with him. Usually at the station they have families come to them on Easter when they aren’t on calls, but he said they really wanted to come out and support the event.”

Robin said he invited the Police Department, but they declined the invitation.

“I decided I wanted to feed not only the needy, but the Police and Fire departments as I thought it was important to show my appreciation for all the things law enforcement do around the country,” he said. “Law enforcement around the country have been getting a bit of a battered reputation, so I was trying to bring the community together to get people to see police officers and firefighters are our friends.”

During the event, businessman David Weiner presented the church’s deacon with a check for about $13,333.33.

“He was a Jewish guy trying to show it doesn’t matter what religion you are,” Robin said. “He told me, ‘I want to be the one Jew that contributes for the sake of the community and support St. Anne’s,’ which is a Catholic and Christian church.” Robin said Weiner planned on handing out more checks to community organizations.

Robin said he wanted to thank the restaurant partners who catered the event.

“They cooked enough food for 600 people,” he said. “I really want to thank Frank Pellegrino Jr. from RAO’s and Erik Oberholtzer from Tender Greens for making this happen. They both said it was a pleasure to do this for the community.”

For more information about the church, visit www.stanneshrine.org.

in News
<>Related Posts

Urth Caffé Heirloom Organic Coffee Wins Best of Santa Monica

November 8, 2024

November 8, 2024

By Susan Payne A health-conscious coffee shop in Santa Monica is stealing hearts. More than its Matcha teas, Spanish lattes...

Governor Newsom Convenes Special Session to Protect California Rights Against Future Federal Policies

November 8, 2024

November 8, 2024

Special Session Called To Defend Civil Rights, Reproductive Freedom, Climate Initiatives Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a special session of...

Chinese Chemical Company and Executives Indicted for Allegedly Fueling Fentanyl Crisis in Los Angeles

November 8, 2024

November 8, 2024

U.S. DOJ Charges Hubei Aoks Bio-Tech and Executives With 13 Counts  A federal grand jury has indicted Hubei Aoks Bio-Tech...

Renewable Energy Group to Host Scenic Hike in Palisades

November 8, 2024

November 8, 2024

The Route Is Based on a Walk Described as “The Most Scenic of All the City’s Stairwalks.” WRISE Los Angeles,...

“Caterpillar Soup” Returns to Santa Monica Playhouse for 20th Anniversary Performances

November 7, 2024

November 7, 2024

Written and Performed by Lyena Strelkoff, the Autobiographical Production Explores Her Journey After a Paralyzing Fall The critically acclaimed one-woman...

Megacity Review: Genaro Trejo’s Global Platform for Urban Arts and Literature Launches in Los Angeles’ Westside

November 7, 2024

November 7, 2024

Santa Monica, CA – A new voice has arrived on the Los Angeles literary scene with the launch of Megacity...

Film Review: Here

November 7, 2024

November 7, 2024

FILM REVIEWHERERated PG-13104 MinutesReleased November 1st  Here was directed by Robert Zemeckis and stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright. This...

Thanksgiving 2024: The Best Places to Order Your Holiday Pies in Los Angeles

November 7, 2024

November 7, 2024

Get Ready for Your Thanksgiving Dinner With the Best Desserts November is the official start of the holiday season and...

The Whaler Celebrates 80 Years as Venice Landmark

November 7, 2024

November 7, 2024

Throughout November, the Whaler Will Feature Drink and Food Specials, Live Music, and Weekend Events The Whaler, a Venice Beach...

November 6 Updates: Malibu Holds Fire at 50 Acres as Schools Close, PCH Reopens

November 6, 2024

November 6, 2024

Crews Contain Brush Fire, Closures In Effect, Power Outages in Malibu The city of Malibu’s website has issued an update...

Architectural Review Board Considers Eight-Story Mixed-Use Project on Wilshire

November 6, 2024

November 6, 2024

The Development Will Include Studio, One-, and Two-Bedroom Units, 13 of Which Will Be Reserved as Affordable Housing A proposed...

Police Seek Suspect in Vandalism of Jewish-Owned Businesses in L.A.’s Pico-Robertson Neighborhood

November 6, 2024

November 6, 2024

Authorities Investigate Series of Early Morning Attacks as Hate Crime Police are actively searching for a suspect accused of vandalizing...

Latest Santa Monica Election Results as Votes Are Counted in National, State, and Local Races

November 6, 2024

November 6, 2024

Preliminary Results From Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, and National Elections Here are the latest election results, as votes are...

Topanga Canyon Blvd Closed to Non-Residents Due to High Fire Danger

November 5, 2024

November 5, 2024

Closures Run From Mulholland Drive to Pacific Coast Highway Topanga Canyon Boulevard will be closed to non-residents from Mulholland Drive...