10 ways 2023 dining informs 2024
The South Bay dining scene is shaped by a mix of forethought and improvisation. Some changes are caused by business plans set in motion years ago, their designs fossilized in permit applications that can’t be altered, while others reflect operators adapting to changing trends as they happen. Entrepreneurs with restaurant projects are looking at 2023 […]
Top 10 Letters to the Editor 2023
Alfresco lifestyle Dear ER: In an area where the weather is Mediterranean-like, sunny to mildly hot most of the year, why isn’t alfresco dining a natural thing here in SoCal? There are many places that would kill to have our weather just so they could offer this type of dining experience, and Manhattan Beach is […]
Measure MB parcel tax renewal campaign launches
by Mark McDermott The campaign to extend the Measure MB parcel tax originally passed by voters in 2018 kicked off last Friday when its ballot argument was filed with the LA County Registrar’s office. The Committee for the Renewal of Measure MB – Yes on MB, made a statement even beyond the content of its […]
A view from the pew
American Martyrs’ Father Tom Kelly has an uncommon understanding of his parishoners because he grew up with them by Tom Hoffarth Father Tom Kelly bounds down from the altar at Manhattan Beach’s American Martyrs Catholic Church on a Sunday morning, passing by the traditional elevated ambo where most preaching during a Mass occurs. He reaches […]
Sandbox 12-7-23
Manhattan Beach Storm Drain measure to flood mail Editor’s note: This week, Manhattan Beach property owners were mailed Manhattan Beach Storm Drain Measure ballots. The measure asks for approval for increasing storm drain system fees from the current $19 annually to $129 annually. Ballots must be returned by mail by January 17, 2024. Easy Reader […]
Manhattan Beach English teacher puts old spin on work commute
A Manhattan Beach English teacher who traded his car commute to work for an hour bike ride to work, asks, ‘Why doesn’t everybody?’ by Paul Batcheller “Is everything okay?” My student asked me this question with genuine concern on his face. His concern stemmed from seeing my bike in the classroom where I’ve taught […]
Ethel flew high, and far during seven decades on MB Strand
by Daniel Riley In 2019, Ethel Pattison was recognized as the longest serving, active employee of the City of Los Angeles. The Manhattan Beach resident was 93-years-old. During most of her nearly seven decades working for the City, Pattison served as the Los Angeles International Airport’s Chief Information Specialist. She welcomed heads of state, and […]
Honorable mention: “Lifeguard tribute to Kevin Sousa.” photo by Duke Noor “Toby gets a real life.” story by Deborah Paul
But the youthful life at the beach still tugs by Deborah Paul Circa 1976, I won the Easy Reader Anniversary Contest with the article “How to Make it in Manhattan Beach.” The story was about a semi-fictionalized episode in the lives of two 21-year-old flight attendants who moved to North Manhattan Beach from back east. […]
The ultimate checklist for a night out at Manhattan Beach
Manhattan Beach is a popular destination for many reasons. It’s close to the LAX airport, the beaches are beautiful, and the atmosphere is laid-back and cozy. The beloved pier of 928 feet is the perfect place to spend the day and night. Here are some things to do if you decide to spend the night […]
Spotlight on Education – PV Junior Women’s Club “Vogue” Spring Season Gala
The PV Juniors put on their biggest FUNdraising event of the year on April 8 at the Westdrift Hotel in Manhattan Beach. It was an unforgettable, black tie evening of high fashion and glamor. Guests were encouraged to strike a pose for the paparazzi while they sauntered down the red carpet. Proceeds benefited PV Juniors’ […]
How manhattan beach is often used as a gift vacation by companies
Manhattan Beach is an affluent coastal city located in the southwestern region of Los Angeles County, California. It is known for its picturesque beachfront, upscale amenities, and vibrant cultural scene, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Gift vacations, also known as incentive trips or company retreats, are a common practice […]
MB Rabbi blasts Super Bowl for Kanye song in halftime show
Rabbi Joshua Kalev, the rabbi for Manhattan Beach’s Congregation Tikvat Jacob, has called out Super Bowl organizers and singer Rihanna for featuring a song by controversial rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West during the halftime show. “Kanye continues to spew antisemitic statements in almost every interview,” wrote Kalev in a note to his congregants. […]
Closed Pier, flooded Polliwog, huge waves: Manhattan Beach in-between rain
The South Bay caught a break Thursday afternoon when the huge California rainstorm of 2023 stopped briefly and opened up to sunshine. The rainfall brought massive waves to area beaches, and a flooded Polliwog Park, with picnic areas covered in overflow water. Both the Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach Piers closed early Thursday. The Manhattan […]
The 3 Best Casinos Near Hermosa Beach in California
“Hermosa Beach” (CC BY 2.0) by Keith Yahl Hermosa Beach has plenty to offer with its enviable seaside location to the southwest of Los Angeles. Nestled between Redondo Beach to the south and Manhattan Beach to the north, it lives up to its motto: “The Best Little Beach City.” Visitors can enjoy typical beach […]
KO’d: Jon Schwartz was a beloved Manhattan Beach chiropractor with a passion for boxing
by Ivan G. Goldman Dr. Jon Schwartz had a chiropractic office in Manhattan Beach for approximately three decades, and treated thousands of patients over the years. Few of them knew that for much of that time he was also living another life. In that one he was a skilled gym boxer who sparred with countless […]
52nd Anniversary Writing & Photography Contest – Honorable Mention
Homie He was right. We are all rich by Judson Moore “Excuse me,” the man said. “Can you buy me a coffee while you’re in there?” He sat next to the entrance to a local coffee shop, while taking in the holiday atmosphere in Manhattan Beach. There wasn’t anything aggressive, or demanding about the way […]