Nick Gabaldon’s contributions to the Civil Rights Movement are not as well known as some of his contemporaries, but his bravery changed surfing forever. As the first documented surfer of color in LA, Gabaldon paved the way for a level of diversity that is far more commonplace in the modern day surfing community.
Everyone needs to be cheered up once in a while. This can be especially true of someone who lives alone. For example, they might be isolated due to COVID-19, feel depressed, or would just love […]
In 1888 Santa Monica civic and business leaders Arcadia Bandini and Senator Jones donated land to the United States government for the “Old Soldiers’ Home.” The Grant Deed came with the directive that it was to be, in perpetuity, a home for Soldiers of American Wars.
Sweet Laurel opened its flagship store in Palisades Village in 2018 and built a strong following across West Los Angeles....
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