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Silicon Beach Events: We Connect, Startups Uncensored

2013-05-24T19:42:00.000-07:00

The Abbot Kinney First Fridays Blog attended two great Silicon Beach Events this week: Startups Uncensored with Jason Nazar at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica WE Connect (Women Empowered) with Shelly Ulaj & Featured Speaker, Reba Merrill at ROC Reba Merrill (center) Laurel Kaufman (left) & Ali (right) Women Empowered at ROC in Santa Monica Jason Nazar Startups Uncensored

Stroll to Abbot Kinney from a Classic Vintage Cottage!

2013-05-23T11:13:00.000-07:00

A classic Venice cottage that has been totally remodeled-only a short stroll to Abbot Kinney! You will be enchanted as you enter into the spacious and open floor plan created with vaulted ceilings & skylights that flood the home with natural light. Elegant wire brushed white oak floors are the perfect complement and the enchanting fireplace in the living room will be so appreciated on our brisk

Venice Events & Silicon Beach Events May 22 - 26

2013-05-22T12:10:00.002-07:00

This week brings a great mix of events to Venice and Santa Monica, from the WE Connect Conference Thursday at ROC Santa Monica to live music from our fave Venice musicians the Gumbo Brothers at a new club and PXL THIS 22 Toy Camera Film Fest by Venice icon Gerry Fialka. See our profile on Gerry Fialka > Wednesday May 22 5:30 - 8:30pm Venice Chamber Business Expo 2210 Lincoln Blvd. Venice,

Pardee Properties: Supporter of the Venice Art Walk

2013-05-16T19:53:00.000-07:00

Pardee Properties is located in Venice on Abbot Kinney Blvd and owned by Tami Pardee, a Venice resident for almost 20 years is committed to giving back in the community and has been a supporter of the Venice Art Walk over the years. Tami Pardee was a member of the Venice Art Walk Steering Committee in addition to Pardee Properties donating art to the Venice Art Walk in the past. The whole

Events in Venice, Santa Monica & Marina del Rey!

2013-05-16T15:55:00.001-07:00

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Venice Profile: Who Is Gerry Fialka?

2013-05-15T11:38:00.001-07:00

“Uh oh, I’ll never reveal that. I don’t even know”, he joked... “Lo-fi hi-jinks” “I host a reading club but I’m not a good reader and have ADD.” He’s been a mainstay of the Venice scene for over 30 years. He’s a filmmaker, a voracious event organizer who regularly hosts five multimedia events each month along with numerous special events he creates with filmmakers, authors, musicians and

Join the Venice Art Walk at Google this Sunday May 19

2013-05-13T15:26:00.000-07:00

The Venice Venice Art Walk & Auctions is a spectacular annual art event in Venice celebrating its 34th anniversary as the largest art walk in Southern California and community fundraiser to benefit Venice Family Clinic! The 2013 Venice Art Walk & Auctions is featuring exclusive artist studio and architecture tours with meet-the-artist opportunities - and the biggie, a silent art auction at

We're on Twitter Now!

2013-05-10T23:10:00.001-07:00

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Eco - Causes in Venice: Apply for a $1000 Grant from Alternative Apparel by May 16l!

2013-05-10T14:17:00.002-07:00

Abbot Kinney Alternative Apparel Wants to Help Fund Your Community Project with a $1000 Alternative Grant for gardening and agriculture in our community. Submit Proposal by May 16! Nonprofits are invited to propose projects they would like to see realized in the local community. Abbot Kinney Alternative Apparel will select the most promising ideas, host a party, listen to public presentations -

Your Venice Beach Sanctuary Home

2013-05-09T10:18:00.000-07:00

Picturesque Spanish home on a prime Venice street. Completely redone with a designer’s touch, this home offers the ultimate retreat with warmth, style, & sophistication. Enter into the open living space with gleaming hardwood floors & a classic slate encased fireplace. Dining room is showered with sunlight from the oversized window that looks in the yard; ample storage space & buffet counter

May 8 - 12 Events Mashup: Venice Nightlife, Venice Community Awards & Get Ready for the Venice Art Walk!

2013-05-08T17:03:00.001-07:00

Saturday Night Just Updated! Wednesday May 8 Make sure to catch the cabaret sounds of songstress Suzy Williams and pianist Brad Kay for an evening at this free show at Danny's Venice before Suzy heads to her New Orleans tour! 7 - 10pm 23 Windward Ave., Venice, CA 90291 Thursday May 9 Catch the wave of community spirit in Venice at the Wave Awards, from the Venice Chamber of Commerce to honor

Let's Make Music Los Angeles! Call for Musicians & Venues in Venice & Santa Monica

2013-05-07T17:17:00.000-07:00

Are you ready for summer music? Make Music Los Angeles has made a call for Musicians and Venues for the Second Annual Make Music Los Angeles. The festival is affiliated with Fête de la Musique which began in France in 1982 and is held every Summer Solstice - June 21st - It has spread to 500+ cities in 110+ countries around the world. MMLA invites all communities of the City of Angels to

Supporting the Venice Garden & Home Tour! Suzy Frank, Owner of Abbot Kinney Real Estate

2013-05-03T13:49:00.000-07:00

Suzy Frank, Owner of Abbot Kinney Real Estate Twenty years ago Jan Brilliot, Jay Griffith, and Linda Lucks started The Venice Garden & Home Tour with a handful of volunteers. Today, the volunteer count has increased exponentially, along with the amount of money raised for the Neighborhood Youth Association (NYA). One volunteer that has been there from the very beginning is Suzy Frank. Suzy

Digital Hollywood at Silicon Beach

2013-05-03T13:37:00.000-07:00

This week, from April 29 - May 2, the Digital Hollywood Los Angeles event came to Silicon Beach, the hub for startups, social media, creative and all things tech related at the lovely Ritz Carleton in Marina del ReyThe event included industry leaders from Silicon Beach and Silicon Valley. The event hosting an amazing array of panels focusing primarily on social media, of course Facebook was a

While You're on the Venice Garden & Home Tour Saturday see more Venice Architecture!

2013-05-02T17:44:00.001-07:00

1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd. #F SOLD - $985,000 Listing Details Abbot Kinney Boulevard is the central hub of the Venice Garden & Home Tour on Saturday, May 4. While you're taking in all the unique architecture and delightful gardens, make sure to check out these properties along the way! These four properties have been recently sold (or are in escrow) by Pardee Properties, the #1 Broker in

Events Mashup Starring Venice Garden & Home Tour, First Fridays Abbot Kinney, Venice Nightlife & More!

2013-05-01T22:12:00.001-07:00

We're back to our weekly events mashup - we want you to know that we post last minute additions on our Facebook page, so make sure to click over to it for more tasty treats about Venice shopping, nightlife, restaurants, real estate and events! The Venice Garden & Home Tour is at the forefront of our blog this week as it velebrates it's 20th year benefitting the Neighborhood Youth

Venice Garden & Home Tour this Saturday, May 4, 2013!

2013-04-29T20:29:00.001-07:00

I can't wait for the Venice Garden & Home Tour this Saturday, May 4, 2013 with Abbot Kinney Blvd. as the hub of the tour! I went on the tour last year and loved the architectural aspect, which showcased amazing homes east of Lincoln on and around Appleton Way. To be honest, I had not really explored that part of Venice, although I had been here 12 years at the time! Well, the tour enlightened

It's Grand in the Silicon Beach Hub! Stylish Home near Windward Circle in Venice!

2013-04-25T12:21:00.001-07:00

Style, privacy and modern sophistication was impeccably executed by the architects of this Grand home. Lomax-Rock created a dramatic and warm architectural zen home nestled in the Silicon Beach hub of Windward Circle. Soaring 16’ ceilings saturated with natural light, gleaming maple floors, and elegant architectural details. Gourmet kitchen features Caesar stone counter tops, Subzero fridge,

Tuesday, April 23: SAM Preccelerator Program Presents: The Fundamentals of an Investor Pitch in Santa Monica

2013-04-23T10:21:00.004-07:00

Silicon Beach Startups: this is an exclusive event for you on Tuesday, April 23 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP on the 3rd Street Promenade. The event features Eli Eisenberg, Founder & CEO from Straightline Management on The Fundamentals of an Investor Pitch. He has over 35 years of hands on experience in the financial and business management of entrepreneurial

Boston Strong LA at Venice Beach Monday April 22, 6pm

2013-04-22T14:26:00.000-07:00

Boston Strong LA takes place at Rose Avenue at Ocean Front Walk to honor the victims and the runners from the 117th Boston Marathon from one week ago Monday. This will bring runners together to unite and run together, heading north and running any distance you wish. Proceeds from sales will benefit One Fund Boston. Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/528033813905118/ Twitter: #

Prime Location Shoot Space on Abbot Kinney Boulevard

2013-04-20T15:30:00.000-07:00

1421 is in a PRIME location on the extremely desirable Abbot Kinney Boulevard. It Neighbors Gjelina and other Venice hotspots. It’s just minutes away from the beach and on the best block of Abbot Kinney Boulevard. This even has its own indoor parking, which is a rare gem in Venice. 1421 is perfect as a SHOOTING location as well. It has three stories plus two private patios and a rooftop

Freebirds... It's not Normal & it's Next to Venice!

2013-04-19T18:50:00.001-07:00

While the name sure doesn't sound like it there's a new(ish) Mexican restaurant called Freebirds, in Marina del Rey on Lincoln at Washington. It's next to the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, which is how I found out about it when I met Redwan, their Regional Manager when I was enjoying a coffee there. He invited me to stop by for a tour and I took him up on it. It was pretty cool upon arrival - you

Your Own Private Venice - See this Home on Sunday!

2013-04-18T12:42:00.000-07:00

Enter your own private compound nestled in one of Venice's greatest walking neighborhood. Only 6 blocks to the beach, this home sits equal distance between Abbot Kinney and Rose Ave. Enjoy all of the new restaurants, boutiques & cafe's just 3 blocks away! This extensively remodeled contemporary 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has an additional office/playroom. The spacious & open kitchen/dining/living

Venice Events Mashup! Venice Garden & Home Tour, Venice Art Walk, New Popup Store on Abbot Kinney Bl. Art Opening & More! It's All About VENICE!

2013-04-17T16:09:00.002-07:00

The great thing about Venice is that there is always something to do here, whether it's shopping, nightlife, eating at the many restaurant hotspots in the area and taking part in events that benefit the Venice community. Two venice signature events are coming up in May that benefit the community are the The Venice Garden & Home Tour, Saturday, May 4, 2013 and the Venice Art Walk on Sunday May 19,

Your Home (in Venice) is Your Castle!

2013-04-17T11:37:00.003-07:00

This enchanting Venice Castle is located in the charming garden walk street neighborhood and is a short stroll to shops and restaurants on Abbot Kinney Blvd! This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is offered at $1,750,000. Call Suzy Frank at 310-396-2600. View Listing: www.1802shell.comAbbot Kinney Real Estate