Hola Boyle Heights! Your community reporter, Alex Medina, is here to share some happenings in and around the neighborhood to get you out and about!
Check out the latest from the Beat
As I’m sure you know, university encampments have been making headlines as students across the country fight to express their stance on Israel and Palestine. The protests have emerged citywide, from USC to UCLA and Cal State LA. Our reporters Andrew and Ricky had visited CSULA’s student encampment this week. You can read their coverage here. The topic was also center stage at this year’s May Day rally, which our Youth Reporter Team covered here. We will continue covering local connections to this issue.
A partnership between De Los and the Beat explores the relationship dynamic between young Latinos and their parents to explore how generational differences shape their identity and how they’re bridging divides. Our youth reporter Kathryn Mora interviewed Gisselle Palomera, who left Jehova’s Witnesses at 15 which led to a rift in the relationship with their mother. You can read about their story here.
How many of you remember Tom’s Burgers off of 4th and Soto right across Roosevelt High? Well, the spot has been abandoned for years now, and a community safety crisis has been causing neighbors and students problems. You can read our investigation here.
There’s always a lot going on in the neighborhood, so make sure to keep an eye on our website and social media for more of the latest from your local news source.
Happenings in the Heights
Friday, May 3rd
The Eastside Café (5469 N. Huntington Drive) in El Sereno is holding a food and supplies drive from 6 to 8 p.m. to support the student encampment at CSULA. You can check out requested items here. If you don’t have anything to drop off, you can support financially through Venmo (Send to @eastsidecafe and write down “friends and family”).
La Loteria Restaurant (3025 Wabash Avenue) is hosting a watch party for the Dodgers game against the Atlanta Braves, set to start around 7 p.m. You can grab a $25 cubeta, and beer will be $5 through 2 a.m. at the Boyle Heights spot.
Saturday, May 4th
Self Help Graphics & Art is hosting its “Recuerdos y Raíces” exhibition and marketplace at Tonalli Studio (4539 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue). Curated by the organization’s youth committee, the exhibit, which will be from noon to 4 p.m., is centered around nostalgia and will feature live music and local vendors.
Las Fotos Project (2210 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue) is hosting their first ever “Career Week: Panel + Pitchfest” event. It’s an opportunity to hear from an amazing group of women in the photography industry and network with professionals in the field. Attendees can win various prizes, and a coffee bar will be open throughout the evening. You can RSVP online for the event which will be from 5 to 8 p.m.
La Plaza de Cultura y Artes (501 N. Main Street) continues to offer free tours for those interested in learning about the history of LA. You can get a free tour at noon or 1 p.m. to learn about the Latino presence in the city’s story.
Don Quixote (2811 E. Olympic Boulevard) is hosting “Miss Rita’s Cinco Unchained” in honor of Cinco de Mayo. This 21+ event will feature various wrestling matchups, mariachi, a dance party, piñata drop and more. You can purchase a ticket, ranging $45 to $75, online. The event is scheduled from 9 p.m. through 1 a.m.
Sunday, May 5th
Latinx with Plants (2208 E. Cesar E. Chavez Avenue) is hosting a conversation and Q&A with West Hollywood Poet Laureate Jen Cheng in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. California Poet Laureate Lee Herrick will be the night’s host. A reading and conversation will take place from 2 to 3 p.m., with a reception until 3:30 p.m. You can RSVP online for the event with a donation of any amount.
It’s that time of the month for “Seedy Sundays,” a collaboration between Artemisia Nursery and Northeast Trees at Ascot Hills (4371 Multnomah Street). This month, you can learn about lupines and penstemons, both known for their beautiful spring and summer blooms. The event is from 9 to 11 a.m. You can register online.
As always, let us know what you think of the newsletter and send us events to include in future editions. I hope you have an amazing weekend!
