Andres Benson organizes clothing in Faherty, a local retail shop. Benson said he started working there during his first year at Pepperdine and appreciates the workplace and friendships he has made. Photo by Liza Esquibias Sophomore Alondra Mendoza found a new community moving to Malibu this fall — her coworkers and local customers at Point Dume restaurant Thaia.Students, … [Read more...] about Off-Campus Jobs Connect Students to the Local Community
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Farmer’s Market Returns by Popular Demand
Photos by Judith-Daly Brister-KnabeMullin Town Square received a big helping of produce Tuesday, Sept. 17, thanks to the return of a popular tradition.The Farmer's Market, hosted by the Office of Special Programs, began for the third consecutive year, featuring all of the old favorites as well as some new ones. The biweekly market started in 2017 and provides a platform where … [Read more...] about Farmer’s Market Returns by Popular Demand
Malibu Reinstates Dinners for the Homeless
Photos by Ashley ChavezDarren Chapman has been waiting to move into housing since 2015. He sleeps in his car every night. Chapman relies on food stamps and disability checks to get through each month. He showers in a hotel room the few times he can afford one. His Jack Russell Terrier, Daizy Ma, is well-fed and well-loved. This is Chapman’s life, and he said he does what … [Read more...] about Malibu Reinstates Dinners for the Homeless
City Council Plans to Regulate Retail
Since Measure R was deemed illegal last year, Malibu city leaders voted unanimously to move a strict formula retail ordinance forward. Local business owners and residents passionately debated about the future of formula retail regulations in Malibu. About 63 cities across the nation have set up laws to regulate change to be unique, rather than a mall. “You have the … [Read more...] about City Council Plans to Regulate Retail
Caffe Luxxe Brings Artisan Coffee to Malibu
The Malibu Sands center newest shop, Caffe Luxxe, specializes in luxury European coffee. The store is open on Pacific Coast Highway extremely close to the beach. Their daily menu ranges from traditional items like cappuccinos to more exotic items like orange-flavored dessert coffee. Employee Benjamin Al-Mateen said Caffe Luxxe is unique because the employees are … [Read more...] about Caffe Luxxe Brings Artisan Coffee to Malibu
