TAKE ME OUT TO
THE BALL GAME
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👋 HEY CUTIE!
Hey CurationsLA Fam! It's been a busy stretch at our umbrella agency CURATIONS as we continue to rollout the bigger plan: AI x Human Creativity, Los Angeles Youth Curator Movement, and roadmapping more communities like ours at CurationsLA. But enough business talk, this weekend is all about the Dodgers and the World Series. My gut says plenty of Good Dodger Vibes ahead. Have a great weekend everyone, and I'll see you Tuesday, taking this Monday to focus on incorporating our traditional events section.
P.S. A new Curator's Corner is below, featuring our community submissions and what our Curators have been discovering or doing. If you're reading by email, view online to explore, and use the form within the section to submit events, content, or press releases/inquiries. Free content to Good Vibes. - Wyatt
We'd rather have ten ideas that might work than one that does
🔙 ON THIS DAY | 1908 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' is officially released, performed by Edward Meeker for the Thomas Edison's Edison Phonograph Company.
🗳️ TODAY'S TRIVIA | Which acclaimed actor will be honored by the American Cinematheque at a gala this November at Beverly Hilton?
- Ryan Reynolds
- Adam Scott
- Adam Sandler
- Michael B. Jordan
Answer located at bottom of today's publication in a toggle-down.
🍟 EATS | 💌 CURATOR'S CORNER
🏡 DEVELOPMENT | 💼 BIZ
🎬 ENTERTAINMENT | 🏈 SPORTS
🤙 GOODIES | 💌 EMAIL CONTENT
🛣️ NATIONAL
- 🔭 PLANETS: NASA announced the 6,000th confirmed exoplanet, while scientists discovered 128 new moons around Saturn.
- 🍕 SWEET + SPICY: The 'swicy' trend continues, it's hot honey as a dipping sauce and pizza drizzle, up 111% on restaurant menus.
- 👾 FAST THOUGHTS: AI can now produce thousands of ideas in seconds, with research showing AI-generated ideas often rated more valuable by evaluators.
- 🏈 RODGERS: Aaron Rodgers reflects on 18 in Green Bay, 'I'll retire a Packer.'
- 💻 BROWSERS: ChatGPT enters the browser wars.
- 🔗 CURATIONSLA: Last publication's most viewed content: Best places to watch Dodger baseball, via Perplexity Search.
🤙 LOCAL
- ✈️ LAX 5: Terminal 5 at LAX to shut down next week for Olympics renovation
- 👻 SIMI VALLEY: 1982's Poltergeist's Haunted House for rent
- 📆 WEEKEND: L.A. weekend guide: AFI Fest, rooftop soccer and more
- 🚍 CULVER CITY: Culver City cuts ribbon to open Robertson Blvd bus and bicycle facility
- 🚇 SFC: Rail connecting San Fernando Valley to Westside in twenty minutes gets critical backing
🎉 FUN
- 🧢 WATCH DODGERS: ABC7's favorite places to watch Dodger games
- 🎃 SANTA MONICA: Free Halloween festivities fill Santa Monica streets
- 🎄 BEVERLY HILLS: The annual Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration has been announced for Thursday, November 13th
- 🎉 CULVER CITY: City Council considering entertainment zone for Downtown Culver City
- 🛣️ WORLD SERIES: Alert for World Series Street closures.
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GLENDALE 🇱🇧 SKAFS
Skafs Lebanese Eatery brings a taste of Beirut to Glendale. The family-run restaurant on East Colorado Street has quickly become a neighborhood favorite for its authentic Lebanese dishes, generous portions, and welcoming atmosphere. Regulars rave about the chicken shawarma, fried cauliflower, lamb chops, and cabbage salad, each made with a homemade touch by owner Daniel and his team.
MALIBU 🏄♂️ PRIMA CANTINA
The Baja California-inspired restaurant behind locations in Santa Monica and Pacific Palisades is opening on Pacific Coast Highway, taking over the former Tramonto Bistro and JUJU Asian Kitchen space. Founded by Nando Silvestri, the concept blends mainland Mexican flavors with California style, offering tacos, ceviche, and craft margaritas. The Malibu spot will feature casual dine-in service, seasonal specials, and 'Fiesta Hours.' Opening date pending.
CULVER CITY 🇲🇽 BROKEN SPANISH
Chef Ray Garcia revives his celebrated modern Mexican restaurant as Broken Spanish Comedor, now open in Culver City. The reimagined space blends elements from his past concepts with a warm, plant-filled design and a menu of Alta California favorites like spicy duck meatballs, enchiladas verdes, and pollo rostizado. With cocktails such as a salt-foam margarita and homemade Paloma, the new Comedor marks Garcia’s return to shaping LA’s Mexican-American dining scene.
🔗 EAT LINKS
- 🐔 INGLEWOOD: Raising Cane's is coming to Inglewood, via Toddrickallen.
- 🎉 OPENINGS: Los Angeles' new restaurant openings, via The Infatuation.
- 🍶 SAKE FEST: Sake Fest takes place today + tomorrow, starting tonight at 6:00pm in Downtown Los Angeles, via Eventbrite.
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CURATED EVENTS 🏄♀️
- TONIGHT | WEST HOLLYWOOD 📖 The City of West Hollywood presents Heart of WeHo, a landmark group exhibition celebrating the city's 40th anniversary, featuring works by 27 artists. Reception is tonight from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. FREE WITH RSVP
- NOVEMBER 7TH | SILVER LAKE 📚 Author Howie Goldklang's book release, Salt & Flickers. Written alongside iconic Eastside muralist Eric Junker with foreword by runner + drummer Travis Barker. VIEW ONLINE
- NOVEMBER 6TH | VIRTUAL 🧘♂️ Step into a 90-minute virtual workshop designed to help women master confident communication + boundary-setting without guilt or fear. Led by Coach Victoria Song. VIEW EVENT ONLINE
- NOVEMBER 15TH - JANUARY 10TH | WEST HOLLYWOOD 🖼️ Louis Stern Fine Arts is pleased to present Perspective and Plane, a group exhibition featuring pairs of works by the gallery's estate and contemporary artists. VIEW SELECTED WORKS
- NOVEMBER 22ND | PERSHING SQUARE 🎈 The Great Los Angeles Walk returns on Saturday, November 22nd, for the 20th edition, with everyone meeting at Pershing Square Downtown at the Holiday Ice Rink, VIEW ONLINE
🔗 ACTIVITIES + GUIDES
- 🌴 WEEKEND: Best things to do this weekend, October 24th - 26th, via LAist.
- 😎 MORE WEEKEND: Things to do this weekend in Los Angeles, October 24th - October 26th, via We Like L.A.
FORECAST 🍂 FALL VIBES
| Day | Vibes | Hi/Lo | Rise | Set |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | ☀️ Sunny | 78 / 58 | 7:05 AM | 6:07 PM |
| Sat | 🌤️ AM low clouds, PM sun | 74 / 58 | 7:06 AM | 6:06 PM |
| Sun | 🌤️ AM low clouds, PM sun | 74 / 57 | 7:07 AM | 6:05 PM |
LA will be warm with highs in the upper 70s to mid-80s and light morning fog north of the city. Breezy northerly winds become more persistent Saturday and Sunday with advisory-level gusts possible in the mountain passes and I-5 corridor, while the region remains dry. Early next week turns even warmer and drier, with inland highs nudging toward the 90s and a slight chance of low-100s in the San Fernando Valley.
CRENSHAW 🌐 FREE WIFI
Los Angeles has launched free public Wi-Fi along the Crenshaw Corridor through a partnership between Cisco, the City of LA, and local nonprofits including Destination Crenshaw and the California Community Foundation. The Crenshaw Community Connectivity Pilot delivers high-speed internet to residents, businesses, and visitors from Leimert Park to Hyde Park using Cisco’s cloud-managed infrastructure. City leaders called the project a model for digital equity, designed to bridge the divide and prepare LA for upcoming global events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympics.
CULVER CITY 🚇 NEW LINE
Culver City has thrown its support behind Alternatives 4 and 5 of Metro’s Sepulveda Transit Corridor, a proposed heavy rail line connecting Sherman Oaks to Santa Monica and Van Nuys to Westwood. Mayor Dan O’Brien says the plan could ease gridlock on the 405 and link the Valley, Westside and eventually LAX. Metro is still reviewing options including monorail and heavy rail with $9.5 billion in funding already identified. The project is slated for completion between 2033 and 2035, pending Metro Board approval next year.
WILDLIFE CROSSING 🦒 FINAL PHASE
The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is now in its final phase. The crossing will reconnect the Santa Monica Mountains and Simi Hills, providing wildlife a safe path over the 101 Freeway. Grand opening of the crossing will take place next fall.
GRIFFITH PARK 🦁 P-22 DAY FESTIVAL
LA honors its most famous mountain lion tomorrow as the 10th Annual P-22 Day Festival returns to Griffith Park. The free celebration runs from 11:00am to 3:30pm and features live music, art installations, wildlife exhibits, and hands-on conservation activities. Hosted by Friends of California Condors Wild and Free, the event highlights how one cougar sparked a citywide movement for coexistence and urban ecology.
🔗 COMMUNITY LINKS
- 👻 COSTUMES: Areas of Los Angeles are offering free Halloween costumes, via LAist.
WEST HOLLYWOOD 🏡 APT COMPLEX
Three small residential buildings near Fairfax Avenue may soon give way to a six story apartment project at 948 North Hayworth Avenue. The proposal from Blackacre LLC envisions twelve-one, two, and three bedroom units, including two affordable homes, with subterranean parking for three vehicles. Designed by 64North, the stucco and wood paneled structure would feature townhome style layouts, a rooftop amenity deck, and rear patio. The West Hollywood Planning Commission recently reviewed the project, which sits just west of a mixed use development completed at Fairfax and Romaine in 2022.
BEVERLY HILLS 💎 SIX STORY BLDG
A six-story, 29-unit building designed by LOHA is proposed at 9945 Durant Drive, replacing three older apartments just south of Santa Monica Boulevard. Filed under the Density Bonus program, the project includes three affordable units and 54 parking spaces, with rounded architecture, open courtyards, and a rooftop deck. If approved, it will add contemporary housing near the One Beverly Hills district.
🔗 DEVELOPMENT LINKS
- 💠 BEVERLY HILLS: Beverly Hills luxury $1bn development, One Beverly Hills, set for opening before 2028 Olympics, via Here Beverly Hills.
FOODIES 🍔 BLACKBIRD
Resy and Eater co-founder Ben Leventhal’s latest startup, Blackbird, officially lands in Los Angeles this week. The loyalty and payment app streamlines how diners earn rewards and how restaurants recognize their regulars, partnering with more than fifty local favorites including Gjelina, Felix, and Rustic Canyon. Blackbird tailors to dining experiences with how eat in LA, both locally, loyaly, and across LA neighborhoods. personalized dining experiences that align with how Angelenos eat, both locally, loyally, and across neighborhoods.
AI 👾 HUMAN DIALOGUE
AI-native startup Dialogue AI raised $6mn in seed funding from Lightspeed Venture Partners to expand its conversational interview platform that helps companies like Wayfair, Square, and Nextdoor gain live customer insights. Based in Los Angeles, the company represents a new wave of practical, human-centered AI tools emerging from the city’s growing innovation ecosystem.
🔗 BUSINESS LINKS
- 🛒 RETAIL PIVOT: JB Office pivots to be solutions provider, via Los Angeles Business Journal.
TRAILER 🎞️ PLURIBUS
From Vince Gilligan, the creator of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, comes Pluribus—a darkly inventive sci-fi drama where the most miserable person on Earth must save humanity from happiness itself. Starring Rhea Seehorn alongside Monae and Monique Lott, the two-season Apple TV+ original blends humor, dread, and surrealism in Gilligan’s signature style. Produced by Sony Pictures Television with an ensemble that includes Karolina Wydra, Carlos-Manuel Vesga, and Miriam Shor, Pluribus marks Gilligan’s boldest project yet. Watch trailer via Apple TV on YouTube.
ZOOTOPIA 2 🍿 BOX OFFICE RUN
Zootopia 2 Eyes Thanksgiving Box Office Run
Disney is gearing up for another animated sequel this Thanksgiving with Zootopia 2, projected to earn between $95m–$110m over its opening weekend and $140m–$160m across the five-day holiday. Following last year’s record-breaking Moana 2 release, the studio hopes to keep its Thanksgiving streak alive, though forecasts suggest a more modest debut. The first Zootopia grossed $341m domestically—nearly $100m more than Moana, fueling optimism for strong family turnout. Early tracking also highlights Wicked: For Good and Predator: Badlands among November’s biggest contenders.
DEPP 🎄 CHRISTMAS CAROL
Johnny Depp is making his big studio comeback with Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, a Paramount Pictures reimagining of the Charles Dickens classic directed by Ti West (X, Pearl, MaXXXine). The film, described as a thrilling ghost story set in Dickens’ London, follows Scrooge’s supernatural redemption journey — a fitting parallel to Depp’s own Hollywood revival after years away from major productions. Andrea Riseborough joins the cast, with a screenplay by Nathaniel Halpern and production by Emma Watts. Paramount, under new leadership from David Ellison, is targeting a November 13th, 2026 release.
🔗 ENTERTAINMENT LINKS
- 👔 MIAMI VICE: Michael B. Jordan in talks to star in Joseph Kosinski's Miami Vice as Ricardo Tubbs, via Variety.
- 🎮 FALLOUT: Fallout 76 sets crossover launch date with TV series for December, via IGN.
DODGERS 🧢 GAME 1 TONIGHT
The Boys in Blue are back in the World Series, and LA is turning into one big watch party. From rooftop bars to brewery patios, Dodger fans are gathering citywide to catch every inning as Ohtani and the team defend their title. Whether you’re near Downtown, the Westside, or the Valley, here’s where to join the celebration.
- 🎬 Regent Theater — Historic DTLA venue screening the game on a massive screen, with pizza from Prufrock and themed drinks like the “Ohtani Blue Bomber.” Doors open 4:00 PM | 448 Main St, Los Angeles
- 🍺 Arts District Brewing Co. — Warehouse-style brewery in DTLA with Happy Hour until 7 PM and big screens throughout. 828 Traction Ave, Los Angeles
- 🍔 The Morrison — Los Feliz staple with a special Dodger drink menu and one of LA’s most spirited fan bases. 3179 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles
- 🌮 Mandala Cantina — Downey’s lively cantina hosting a Dodgers party with themed cocktails and Mexican bites. Event starts 4:00 PM | 8310 3rd St, Downey
- 🍻 Common Space Brewery — Hawthorne’s neighborhood brewery with big screens, local brews, and communal tables perfect for cheering with friends. 3411 W El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne
- ⚾ Legends Sports Bar — Long Beach institution with two floors, dozens of TVs, and walls of memorabilia. 5236 E 2nd St, Long Beach
- 🏟️ The Short Stop — Echo Park favorite just blocks from Dodger Stadium, known for Dodger drink specials and fan chants. 1455 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles
- 🌭 33 Taps — With locations in Silverlake, West Hollywood, and Culver City, it’s a go-to for big crowds and high-energy watch parties. Various Locations
- 🍏 Benny Boy Brewing — Lincoln Heights cider and beer garden that transforms for game nights with food vendors and contests. 1821 N Daly St, Los Angeles
- 🎥 Cosm Inglewood — Immersive theater experience that places fans right inside the stadium with ultra-HD wraparound screens. 1252 District Dr, Inglewood
LAKERS 🏀 VS. TIMBERWOLVES
After dropping their opener to the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers return to Crypto.com Arena tonight to face the Minnesota Timberwolves. The matchup tips off at 7:00pm on Prime Video, with the Wolves favored by 2.5 points following a dominant defensive showing in their first game. With LeBron James sidelined and Luka Doncic shouldering heavy usage, Los Angeles faces another uphill climb against a Minnesota squad anchored by Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle. Expect a low-scoring game, as the last five meetings at Crypto.com Arena have all hit the under.
Game Details
- 📍 Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
- 🕙 Friday, October 24 | Tip-off: 7:00 p.m. PT
- 📺 Prime Video
- 🏀 Prediction: Timberwolves -2.5 | Under 225
Betting Trends & Highlights
- Timberwolves have covered 7 of their last 10 vs. Lakers
- Anthony Edwards coming off a 41-point game against Portland
- Luka Doncic projected over 4.5 turnovers due to high usage and Wolves’ defense
🔗 SPORTS LINKS
- 🏒 LA KINGS: Kempe plays hero again to lift the Kings past the Stars, via Yahoo! Sports.
ANSWER TO TODAY'S QUESTION: Which acclaimed actor will be honored by the American Cinematheque at a gala this November at Beverly Hilton? ANSWER: MICHAEL B. JORDAN
HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND, LA!
🧢 AND GO DODGERS! 🤙
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