August 27, 2025 #1 Local News, Information and Event Source for the Century City/Westwood areas.

Westside Events: Help Neighbors in Need Donation Drive, Coffee Cupping at Equator Coffee

Donate at Culver City Fire Department and Attend a Special Coffee Event at the Ivy

This weekend, the Culver City Fire Department will host a donation drive to help our neighbors in need. In coordination with Leadership Culver City, organizers are requesting those interested in donating to bring backpacks, baby wipes, blankets, hygiene kits, pillows, socks, sunblock, and warm clothing. These items will go to our unhoused neighbors and most vulnerable people. Stop by as you head to the Downtown Culver City Car Show!

  • What: Neighbors in Need Donation Drive
  • When: Saturday, May 11, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • Where: 9600 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
  • Who: Hosted by the Culver City Fire Department, organized by Leadership Culver City, and partnering with Palms Unhoused Mutual Aid
  • Why: To assist unhoused neighbors in our community

Cash donations will not be accepted. While that kindness is appreciated, we invite you to donate food gift cards or TAP cards. 

Equator Coffees is hosting an outdoor coffee-tasting event this Saturday, May 11, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Guests are invited to bring their picnic blankets and join in for a delightful afternoon featuring a variety of seasonal Equator Coffees offerings at the LGBTQ-founded coffee roaster and cafe.

Among the highlights are the Cherry Blossom espresso, Super Bloom coffee blend, and a selection of other exciting spring drinks. The event promises to be a perfect blend of flavorful coffee, sunshine, and engaging conversations.

The tasting will take place on the Ivy Station lawn picnic style, offering attendees the chance to bask in the sun while enjoying refreshing coffee beverages.

While the event is free to attend, RSVPs are requested. Interested participants can secure their spots here.

Related Posts

(Video) Come Tour The Willows Community School!

August 27, 2025

August 27, 2025

Sign up for a tour at The Willows and come see what makes our school such a vibrant, inspiring place...

Jewish Clergy Rally in Los Angeles Urging Ceasefire, Hostage Release, and Food Aid for Gaza

August 27, 2025

August 27, 2025

Two Dozen Rabbis Gathered at Israeli Consulate, Hostage’s Family Appears at Second Rally Jewish clergy from across Los Angeles County...

Metro LA’s Aug. 30 Deadline for Public Comment on Sepulveda Transit Draft EIR Approaches

August 27, 2025

August 27, 2025

Community Members Can Weigh In Before the 90-Day Comment Period Closes. Metro is reminding community members that the 90-day public...

Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Culver City, and Uni High Gear Up for Early-Season Games

August 26, 2025

August 26, 2025

The Centaurs, Eagles, Normans, and Wildcats Face Key Matchups This Week Football season is heating up across our area, with...

I-405 to See Lane Reductions, Ramp Closures as Pavement Rehab Project Continues

August 26, 2025

August 26, 2025

Drivers Should Expect Delays With Overnight Work Aug. 26–28, Sept. 5 Motorists using Interstate 405 through the Sepulveda Pass should...

Kobe Day Tribute: Lakers Welcome UCLA Newborns With Purple-and-Gold Gifts

August 26, 2025

August 26, 2025

Babies Received Adorable Care Packages in Celebration of “Kobe Day.” Families welcoming newborns at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and...

Suspect Arrested After Eight-Hour SWAT Standoff in Jefferson Park Shooting

August 26, 2025

August 26, 2025

 Police Say a Man Was Killed and a Suspect Barricaded Himself Inside a Home Hours after a fatal shooting near...

Attorney General Rob Bonta Secures Release of $900M in Frozen Education Funds for California

August 25, 2025

August 25, 2025

Trump Administration Agrees to Release Frozen Education Funds  California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Friday that the Trump administration has...

“Rich Rollin” Burglary Crew Linked to 92 Break-Ins Taken Down in LAPD Operation

August 25, 2025

August 25, 2025

Ten Suspects, Including Confirmed Gang Members, Face Charges Nearly 100 residential burglaries across the city have been tied to a...

Oakley Founder Relists Beverly Hills Fortress for $65.995 Million

August 25, 2025

August 25, 2025

James Jannard’s Brutalist Mansion in Trousdale Estates For Sale The brutalist estate built by Oakley founder James Jannard is back...

18-Year-Old Woman Fatally Shot While Trying to Break Up a Fight on a Metro Bus

August 24, 2025

August 24, 2025

Police Say the Teen Was Killed in Westchester After Intervening in a Dispute  Efforts to break up a fight on...

Chuck Lorre Buys $27.5 Million Bel Air Mansion With Hollywood Regency Pedigree

August 24, 2025

August 24, 2025

TV Producer Closed on the John Elgin Woolf–Designed Estate at a Discount Chuck Lorre, the television producer behind The Big...

Is $1,500 Enough Anymore? The L.A. Tradeoffs Between Address and Actual Living Space

August 24, 2025

August 24, 2025

New Analysis Shows What 1500 Really Buys in the LA Metro In Greater Los Angeles, $1,500 rents less space than...

Two Days, Two Denials: Menendez Brothers Rejected for Parole

August 23, 2025

August 23, 2025

Erik Denied After 10-Hour Hearing; Lyle Rebuffed the Next Day Erik Menendez, convicted along with his brother in the 1989...

Rob Reiner to Attend for ‘This is Spinal Tap’ as Cinespia Wraps Summer at Hollywood Forever

August 23, 2025

August 23, 2025

Cinespia Closes Out Summer: Fan Favorites and DJs Return to Hollywood Forever Cinespia will close out summer with four outdoor...