Transparency Item: This is an advice column that rotates writers and is based on new topics each week. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Imagine a world in which everything was the same — every person driving the same car, wearing the same clothes, eating the same food and smiling the same way.There would be no creativity, no art, no life — at least, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Appreciate Handmade Items and Practice Creativity
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Pepperdine Farmers Market Makes a Comeback
Pepperdine community members at the Pepperdine Farmers Market in Mullin Town Square on Jan. 24. Matt Hempy, manager of Special Programs, said one goal of the farmer's market is to spread awareness of sustainable local brands and vendors. Photo by Anezka LiskovaAfter three years, Pepperdine students can once again access locally produced goods on-campus as the Office of Special … [Read more...] about Pepperdine Farmers Market Makes a Comeback
Weekly Culture Collection
Photo by Ella Gonzalez Weekly Culture Collection is a column that gives the best things to eat, see and do near Pepperdine, Malibu and the surrounding Los Angeles area. It’s like The New Yorker’s Goings on About Town section but not as high-brow, and there is no dandy with an eyeglass. It also has nothing to do with New York. This week’s Culture Collection … [Read more...] about Weekly Culture Collection
Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Photos by Caroline Laganas The open lot behind Westminster Avenue Elementary School was damp from Jan. 13's rain, and broken down cardboard boxes were sporadically placed for customers to wipe their muddy feet. Despite the grime, tents leading to spirited and diverse worlds and merchandise were set up under the steady stream of Venice sunshine. People mingled in and out of … [Read more...] about Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Smorgasburg Takes Farmers Markets to Another Level
Photos by Micah LambertInterested in exploring new spots in LA? Why not try Smorgasburg, a new farmers market in downtown LA boasting dozens of exciting local food vendors, artisan crafts and vintage clothing. Created in May 2011 in Williamsburg, New York, Smorgasburg is as a spin-off of the acclaimed Brooklyn Flea Market. Founders Jonathan Butler and Eric Demby expanded to Los … [Read more...] about Smorgasburg Takes Farmers Markets to Another Level
