# 🧑‍🚒 🤙 Firefighters Are Cool Vibes *Fresh neighborhood eats, Wednesday’s rain, LA28 opportunities, and the week in LA sports.* **Section:** Newsletters **Tags:** Newsletters **Reading time:** 1 min VIBES A salute to LA’s firefighters and first responders, plus new neighborhood eats, rain on the way, LA28 opportunities, and the week in LA sports. ## NATIONAL - [**NATHAN FIELDER:** ‘You Can See Everything’ becomes one of the biggest documentary releases in decades](https://www.cnn.com/2026/10/18/business/you-can-see-everything-fielder-box-office) - [**U2 HALFTIME SHOW:** U2 to headline halftime show on Netflix at SoFi (Rams vs. Packers)](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/u2-halftime-show-netflix-thanksgiving-eve-nfl-game-1236736089/) - [**WORLD SERIES:** Why this World Series is unlike any we’ve seen in some time](https://www.mlb.com/news/interesting-facts-about-rays-brewers-world-series-matchup) - [**KID STOCKS:** Elon Musk says he will give every kid in America a SpaceX share](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/20/musk-spacex-trump-account-stock-rules.html) - [**HALLEY’S COMET:** Shooting stars from Halley’s Comet light up the night sky this week](https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiecartereurope/2026/10/19/see-shooting-stars-from-halleys-comet-the-night-sky-this-week/) ## LOCAL - [**COOLER TEMPS:** Clouds + rain chances to finally bring fall-like temps to SoCal this week](https://abc7.com/post/los-angeles-weather-temperatures-southern-california/58983/) - [**VAN NUYS:** Metro breaks ground on Van Nuys Blvd. major rail construction](https://la.streetsblog.org/2026/10/19/metro-breaks-ground-on-van-nuys-blvd-rail-major-construction) - [**TALL TREE:** The world’s tallest fresh-cut Christmas tree arrived yesterday at Citadel Outlets in Commerce](https://secretlosangeles.com/worlds-tallest-fresh-cut-christmas-tree-citadel-outlets/) - [**SUNSET BLVD:** Permanent restoration work starts on part of Sunset Boulevard hit by water main break](https://ktla.com/news/local-news/permanent-restoration-work-starts-on-part-of-sunset-boulevard-hit-by-water-main-break/) - [**BURBANK FILMING:** City of Burbank launches new streamlined film permit application process](https://www.burbankca.gov/web/police-department/film-burbank) ## FUN - [**ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS:** Foo Fighters, Weezer, Sublime join KROQ’s 2026 Almost Acoustic Christmas lineup](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/kroq-2026-almost-acoustic-christmas-lineup-foo-fighters-1236735352/) - [**BASKETBALL BEERS:** Our CurationsLA Guide to the Best Lakers bars in Los Angeles](https://www.curationsla.com/sports/lakers/stadium-guide/best-sports-bars) - [**PUMPKIN PATCHES:** Our CurationsLA Guide to LA + SoCal Pumpkin Patches](https://www.curationsla.com/vibes/community/pumpkin-patches) - [**WEEKLY CONCERTS:** Chappell Roan, My Chemical Romance, Gorillaz + more](https://www.grimygoods.com/2026/10/19/concerts-in-la-oct-19-25-chappell-roan-gorillaz-my-chemical-romance/) - [**WEEKLY EVENTS:** Things to do this week in Los Angeles](https://www.welikela.com/things-to-do-this-week-in-los-angeles-10-19-2026-to-10-23-2026/) FROM LAST ISSUE: [🌬️ 🤙 It’s Gonna Be Windy Vibes](https://www.curationsla.com/vibes/2026-10-15-its-gonna-be-windy-vibes) ## HEY CUTIE Happy Tuesday, CurationsLA Fam! A big shoutout to those firefighters + first responders who kept all of us safe over the weekend during our first round of Santa Ana winds. As we start the Santa Ana winds season, a reminder to watch those exterior lights, especially as Christmas + holiday seasons roll around. And now, onto today’s Good Vibes. I will see everyone back here on Thursday. Wyatt ## EATS ### 🇮🇹 SANTA MONICA: BAR FORTUNA **Bar Fortuna opens tomorrow on Main Street in Santa Monica, bringing chef Brian Bornemann’s California interpretation of an Italian cocktail, wine, and pasta bar to Ocean Park.** The Crudo e Nudo chef and owner is pairing handmade pastas and whole-animal butchery with produce from the Santa Monica Farmers’ Market, Sonora flour from Tehachapi Grain Project, and California-made cheese. Drinks span five Negroni variations, seasonal cocktails, more than thirty amari, and over a dozen wines by the glass, while opening dishes include gemelli with Italian sausage, fried squash blossoms, and fettuccine nere with squid and ’nduja. [WEBSITE](https://www.barfortuna.com/) · [MENU](https://www.barfortuna.com/menu) · [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/barfortunala/) ### 🍔 ECHO PARK: THE RAVINE CLUB **The Ravine Club is preparing to open on Sunset Boulevard in Echo Park, taking over the former Button Mash space a short walk from Dodger Stadium.** Television writer and producer Hank Chilton and Pantone 294’s Alex Soto are behind the sports bar, which will feature multiple big screens, including a large video wall. Chef Hugo Sanchez’s menu centers on game-day staples such as wings, burgers, hot dogs, and tacos, while hospitality veterans Taylor Parsons and David Rosoff are contributing to operations and the beverage program. [WEBSITE](https://theravineclub.com) · [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/theravineclub/) ### 🌯 LOS ANGELES: CHIPOTLE’S BOORITO PROGRAM RETURNS **Chipotle’s Boorito promotion returns to participating Los Angeles restaurants on Halloween, offering a $6 entrée to costumed Chipotle Rewards members after 3:00pm.** Guests must wear a costume and scan their Rewards member card at checkout to receive the Halloween deal, which continues a tradition that began as a burrito-themed costume contest in 2000. Chipotle will follow the promotion with $0 delivery fees on digital orders of $10 or more on November 1 (other fees may apply), giving anyone recovering from a full night of costumes another reason to skip the kitchen. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://newsroom.chipotle.com/2026-10-20-BOORITO-RETURNS-CHIPOTLE-TO-OFFER-6-ENTREES-ON-HALLOWEEN-2026) ## MORE EATS - **SANTA MONICA** New restaurant Stiletto brings flame-grilled dining next to bustling Santa Monica Airport bakery ([Yo! Venice](https://yovenice.com/2026/10/18/stiletto-restaurant-announced-near-santa-monica-airport/)) - **WEST LA** Patty Boys offering free pitas + burgers October 24–25, free for the first fifty people each day ([Patty Boys](https://www.instagram.com/p/DeknsuYOqKB/)) - **BEST OF FALL** The seven best new restaurants for the Fall ([Haute Living](https://hauteliving.com/2026/10/best-new-restaurants-los-angeles-fall-2026/799113/)) ## COMMUNITY ### ⛈️ STORMS WEDNESDAY + THURSDAY: MINOR FLOODING + DEBRIS FLOWS POSSIBLE **Los Angeles County could see its first measurable rain of the season beginning tomorrow afternoon, when the chance of precipitation rises to 60% to 70% before showers continue into Thursday.** Coastal and valley communities are forecast to receive 0.5 to 1.5 inches, while south-facing mountains and foothills could see 1.5 to 3 inches. Thunderstorms may bring heavy downpours, small hail, and localized flooding, particularly near recent burn scars. A beach hazards statement remains in effect through late Thursday night for elevated surf, dangerous rip currents, possible erosion, and tidal overflow along the Los Angeles and Ventura county coasts. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=LOX&issuedby=LOX&product=AFD) ### 🥇 LA28 PARTNERS WITH SMALL BUSINESS: MADE FOR TWO-EIGHT LAUNCHES **LA28 has launched Made for Two-Eight, a licensing program giving small Los Angeles County businesses a path to create and sell locally made products featuring the LA28 emblem.** Homeboy Industries is already an official licensee for apparel and accessories, while future applicants must meet federal small-business standards and make tangible goods at facilities within the county, with preference for locally sourced materials. Applications open October 30 at [RAMPLA.org](https://www.rampla.org/) and close in February 2027, with City of Los Angeles producers receiving exclusive consideration during the first month and selected licensees announced in July 2027. [APPLICATION PORTAL](https://www.rampla.org/) · [LA28 ANNOUNCEMENT](https://la28.org/en/newsroom/la28-opens-its-brand-to-local-businesses-through-new-made-for-two-eight-license-program.html) ## MORE COMMUNITY - **ECHO PARK** Quiz & Tell Singles Trivia takes place tomorrow, October 21, at 6:30pm at El Compadre ([Partiful](https://partiful.com/e/LI8kpv5aOr34ci3TdkgX)) - **VOLUNTEERS NEEDED** The Play Way is inviting volunteers to their November 11 LA Metro PlayDay at Wilshire/Fairfax + Wilshire/La Brea Metro stations ([The Play Way](https://theplayway.org/volunteer/)) ## DEVELOPMENT ### 🎬 HOLLYWOOD: 32 UNITS PLANNED ON N. SWEETZER [Generation Real Estate Partners](https://www.generationrep.com/) has proposed a five-story, 32-unit apartment building at 806 N. Sweetzer Avenue in Hollywood, replacing two duplexes and a single-family home containing five rentals. Plans call for studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, parking for 16 vehicles, and a rooftop amenity deck. Seven apartments would be reserved for low-income renters in exchange for development bonuses through the citywide housing incentives program. [Kevin Tsai Architecture](https://kevin-tsai.com/) is designing the contemporary low-rise project, which is now moving through the Los Angeles planning process. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://la.urbanize.city/post/32-apartments-proposed-806-n-sweetzer-ave-hollywood) ### 🏡 INGLEWOOD: 75 APARTMENTS PLANNED ON EUCALYPTUS AVE **Noya Eucalyptus is planned for 925-931 N. Eucalyptus Avenue in Inglewood, replacing a 12-unit property just south of Centinela Avenue.** Focal Investment’s four-story development would bring 75 studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, including 15 accessory dwelling units, above parking for 85 vehicles. Five apartments would be reserved for very low-income households and five for moderate-income households. Designed by [Ware Malcomb](https://waremalcomb.com/), the building would feature a resident lounge, fitness center, courtyards, and rooftop deck, with construction expected to begin in the second quarter of 2027. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://la.urbanize.city/post/75-apartments-planned-925-eucalyptus-ave-inglewood) ## MORE DEVELOPMENT - **SFV** The Pano completes ninety supportive homes on North Sepulveda Boulevard ([LA YIMBY](https://layimby.com/2026/10/the-pano-completes-90-supportive-homes-at-8209-sepulveda-boulevard.html)) ## BUSINESS ### 📸 BEVERLY HILLS: CREATORS X UNITED TALENT AGENCY **Beverly Hills-based United Talent Agency has added seven agents to its expanded Creators Leadership Team: Beth Hatchett, Ike Zhang, Nicole Lonner, Rebecca Bibb, Sarah Mathews, Scarlett Perlman, and Shelby Schenkman.** The appointments will support growth in sports creators, UTA’s New York and UK operations, and new-business systems across the division. UTA Creators reports that its revenue has tripled over the past five years and its UK presence has grown sixfold since 2023. More than 60% of the division’s agents began in UTA’s Agent Training Program, giving the expansion an internal talent-development angle alongside its broader creator-business strategy. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20261019733147/en/UTA-Expands-Creators-Leadership-Team) ## MORE BUSINESS - **LIBRARY TAXIS** Santa Monica moves toward deal to park Zoox robotaxis at Main Library in Santa Monica ([Santa Monica Daily Press](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-moves-toward-deal-to-park-zoox-robotaxis-at-main-library/0)) - **PASADENA** Pasadena Museum of History adds three trustees ahead of National Service Day ([Pasadena Now](https://pasadenanow.com/main/pasadena-museum-of-history-adds-three-trustees-ahead-of-national-service-day)) ## ENTERTAINMENT ### 🧪 THERANOS FINALLY DELIVERS: YOU CAN SEE EVERYTHING SELLS OUT NATIONWIDE **Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s three-hour Elizabeth Holmes documentary, You Can See Everything, opened to $15.6 million from 855 theaters after A24 kept the project secret until its surprise Telluride premiere last month.** The film sold out more than 2,000 showings and delivered the second-biggest documentary opening outside concert films. Made for under $10 million, it drew an audience that was 70% under 35 and had a reported 4.8 Letterboxd rating. The film expands to more theaters this weekend. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://deadline.com/2026/10/you-can-see-everything-clayface-box-office-1237168607/) ## MORE ENTERTAINMENT - **TURKEY HALFTIME** U2 to headline halftime show on Netflix’s Thanksgiving Eve NFL Game at SoFi ([The Hollywood Reporter](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/u2-halftime-show-netflix-thanksgiving-eve-nfl-game-1236736089/)) ## SPORTS ### 🏀 LAKERS OPENER TOMORROW: 7PM TIP AT HOME VS. GOLDEN STATE **The Los Angeles Lakers have waived Dalton Knecht ahead of their 2026–27 season opener, finalizing a 15-player roster that includes Bronny James and Jaden Hardy.** The former No. 17 pick averaged 4.2 points in roughly 10 minutes per game last season after posting 9.1 points per game as a rookie. Knecht now enters free agency, while the Lakers move into their third season under head coach JJ Redick. Los Angeles opens at home against the Golden State Warriors tomorrow with tipoff set for 7:00pm PT at Crypto.com Arena and national coverage on ESPN. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://sports.yahoo.com/nba/breaking-news/article/lakers-waive-dalton-knecht-ahead-of-season-opener-roster-deadline-after-failing-to-find-trade-partner-211639519.html) ### 🐻 #9 UCLA HOSTS MICHIGAN STATE: THIS SATURDAY AT THE ROSE BOWL **No. 9 UCLA hosts Michigan State at the Rose Bowl this Saturday, giving the undefeated Bruins another chance to strengthen their place atop the Big Ten.** UCLA enters at 6-0 after beating Wisconsin 17-7, while its defense has cut its average allowance from 24 points over the first three games to 8.3 across the last three. The Bruins also lead the conference with 231 rushing yards per game, powered by Wayne Knight’s 11 rushing touchdowns. Kickoff is set for 12:30pm PT in Pasadena, with the game airing on CBS and radio coverage available on AM 790. [VIEW ARTICLE](https://247sports.com/college/ucla/longformarticle/ucla-football-game-week-no-9-bruins-vs-michigan-state-spartans-notes-and-knowledge-291497947/#2893639) ## MORE SPORTS - **DODGERS** Dodgers connections run deep on both sides of 2026 World Series ([Dodgers Nation](https://dodgersnation.com/dodgers-connections-run-deep-on-both-sides-of-2026-world-series/2026/10/20/)) ## 4-DAY FORECAST · LOS ANGELES TUE 81/61 Sunny · WED 73/59 Rain likely · THU 69/56 Rain + storms · FRI 73/56 Sunny Sunshine today gives way to cooler weather and rain Wednesday into Thursday. The National Weather Service expects the heaviest rain Wednesday night into Thursday morning, with thunderstorms possible and localized flooding concerns near recent burn scars. Sunshine returns Friday. Forecast for central Los Angeles, updated Tuesday morning. ## QUOTE OF THE DAY > Don’t act like the person you used to be. Act like the person you’re going to become. Ryan Serhant ## ON THIS DAY 1971: Snoop Dogg was born in Long Beach, evolving from a ’90s G-funk pioneer into a global icon with multi-platinum hits, honors + awards, and a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. ## TRIVIA What massive Guinness World Record did Snoop Dogg help set in 2018? ## TRIVIA ANSWER The largest paradise cocktail Snoop Dogg helped mix a 550-liter paradise cocktail, about 145 US gallons, at BottleRock Napa Valley on May 26, 2018. Warren G, chef Michael Voltaggio, Kim Kaechele, and Kendall Coleman shared the Guinness World Records achievement. Gin and juice, on a very different scale. HAVE A WONDERFUL TUESDAY + WEDNESDAY --- Curated by Wyatt Stephens · Published 2026-10-20 Source: https://www.curationsla.com/vibes/2026-10-20-firefighters-are-cool-vibes Cite as: CurationsLA, "🧑‍🚒 🤙 Firefighters Are Cool Vibes", https://www.curationsla.com/vibes/2026-10-20-firefighters-are-cool-vibes (published 2026-10-20). 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