By Bridgette M. Redman Months ago, Theatre Palisades was preparing to kick off its 62nd season, celebrating 36 years in a beautiful building erected on member-donated land. They’d recently received two bequests that were going to fund needed renovations after water damage in last year’s storms. Now the building, the Pierson Playhouse, is gone, burned […]
‘An Essential Safety Net’: The Life Adjustment Team is here to help
Special to Playa Vista Magazine The Life Adjustment Team (LAT) was founded in 1977 by Pete Linnett in response to a critical gap in mental health care: the lack of effective discharge planning, structure, and support necessary for sustainable recovery. At the time, individuals transitioning from inpatient treatment to independent living often faced overwhelming challenges, […]
Delicious and Conscientious: Starbird offers tasty food and a positive impact
By Jessica Koslow Starbird CEO Aaron Noveshen measures his success in more than dollars and cents. For the Los Angeles native, true pros-perity means helping people improve their lives. “For me, it is first and foremost about giving opportunities to people with jobs, with growth, with education,” he said. That economic boost is continuing. With […]
Alfa Romeo Giulia: Rare car is worth the affordable price
By C.A. Haire The Alfa Romeo brand is very popular in Europe, especially in Italy, where the vehicles are made. Very few make their way into North America, so they are rare here. They are popular among car enthusiasts who want a nice sport sedan with creative touches. A reasonable price has made the Giulia […]
Meet Your Neighbor: Realtor Shereen Seigel loves living and working in Playa Vista
By Alison Stanton When clients contact Shereen Seigel to purchase or sell a home in Playa Vista, they are getting an expert in the field. Seigel not only works there, but she has considered Playa Vista home for more than two decades. A Realtor at eXp Realty, Seigel purchased her first property in Playa Vista […]
Walk for Talk: Event brings awareness of vocal cord disorder
By Nikki Link Playa Vista residents are being asked to help bring awareness of a rare vocal cord disorder this fall. The fifth iteration of Walk for Talk kicks off at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 in Playa Vista at 6241 Crescent Park West. Now in its fifth year, this event is organized by […]
Ready to Fight: Training has begun at LA’s first Ninja Warrior Academy
By Jessica Koslow Upon entering the Los Angeles Ninja Academy, guests are greeted by the Mega Wall, Triple Salmon Ladder, Pipe Coaster, Spider Wall, and Devil Steps, obstacles that may look familiar from the reality TV show, “American Ninja Warrior.” The 7,000-square-foot facility filled with black and red obstacles on Jefferson Boulevard in the Del […]
On the Cutting Edge: Dr. Jenny Wang uplifts Playa Vista
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski When Tom and Dr. Jenny Wang were searching for the perfect place to raise a family and start a comprehensive dermatology practice, Playa Vista topped the list. They founded SoCal Skin and Surgery, which specializes in medical, cosmetic and surgical services. “We did look all over LA for a good location,” Dr. […]
Staying Dry: Nonalcoholic beverages are having a moment
By Jessica Koslow In 2022, Elizabeth Levitt was in an unusual predicament. She was a graphic designer in the alcohol industry and her husband decided to stop drinking. “My job no longer aligned with my lifestyle,” she said. Levitt eventually stopped drinking alcohol, too. She decided it was time for a change, which led her […]
Delicious To-Go: Ready-made meals for Runway’s outdoor events
By Jessica Koslow Playa Vista is fun for families all year round. With its outdoor play structures and parks, the summer season ushers in more activities that pair perfectly with a picnic from one of the Runway’s restaurants. In July and August, catch a flick on the big screen at Movies Under the Stars at […]