downtown los angeles neighborhood council (DLANC) [ info ] [ yahoo group ]
the mission of the downtown los angeles neighborhood council (DLANC) is to unite the diverse community. according to the bylaws, a community stakeholder is defined as any individual who lives, works, or owns property within the boundaries. [ bylaws ]
american civil liberties union
to fight police abuse effectively you need to know your rights. there are some things you should do, some things you must do and some things you cannot do. If you are in the middle of a police encounter, you need a handy and quick reference to remind you what your rights and obligations are. the ACLU is making these tips available as a downloadable .pdf file. ( click here )
354 S. spring st, suite 700, los angeles, ca 90013, has been heavily involved in downtown development and in providing an environment for public art in the downtown area through its percent for art program.
central community police station covers approximately 4 1/2 square miles including the downtown communities of chinatown, little tokyo, south park, central city east, historic core, financial district, artists lofts, olvera street, jewelry district, the convention center, and the fashion district, and is under the jurisdiction of central bureau.
los angeles auto show 1/7 -1/16 [ info ] los angeles convention center - 1201 s. figueroa street.
provided courtesy of the USC department of geography, and features a map, photographs, and descriptions of many buildings in the downtown area. [ tour info ]
nightlife:downtown standard [ info ]blue bongo cafe [ info ] central [ info ] the grand ave. nightclub [ info ]
the los angeles convention center is a facility of the city of los angeles.
the world-class los angeles convention center is one of the most efficiently designed and technologically advanced convention and exhibition facilities in the world.
1201 south figueroa street. los angeles, california 90015
In addition to hosting world-class sports and entertainment events, STAPLES Center provides numerous services and support programs designed to benefit the entire Los Angeles community.
union station [ website: under-construction ]
los angeles downtown news [ info ], 1264 w. 1st. st, los angeles, ca 90026, (213) 481-1448
comprehensive listing of various downtown services, brought to you by los angeles downtown news.
[ official monthly downtown los angeles press release: pdf ] [ ? ]
forget it, jake [ info ] 654 n. spring st. 213.625.0077 - you'll inevitably delight in the monthly explorations of art and consumerism and hopefully, start to deliciously blur the boundary between the two. andraé gonzalo... all of his work attempts to expand the boundaries between past and present, sacred and profane, poverty and luxe, while also guaranteeing that his customer feels like the most special person in the room, wherever they go.
grand central market: [ info ] 317 s. broadway - The oldest city open-air market for fresh produce, great eats and community spirit.
groceries: jon's 1500 w. 6th st. (near union ave) note: support the labor strike!
open late:the original pantry café.877 s. figueroa st. 213.972.9279 - former mayor richard riordan owns this landmark. charbroiled steaks, oversized pork and lamb chops, daily specials: macaroni and cheese. breakfasts: enormous omelets, very good bacon, pan-fried potatoes and thick sliced bread. the space is legendary... rumor has it the staff is all former convicts!
ciudad: 445 s. figueroa st. 213.486.5171 - cuban/latin-inspired food. reservations required, patio area, full bar, notable wine list. great happy hour!
post office - downtown post office. 505 s. flower st. (near 6th st.)
central library park. 630 w. 5th st. (corner of flower & fifth streets.)
the downtown area of los angeles is one of urban and artistic vitalit. explore public art in the figueroa corridor and financial district, the historic core (which includes the garment district), grand hope park (which is part of south park), civic center and the los angeles mall, union station and el pueblo district, little tokyo, and chinatown. descriptions of these areas within downtown and links to public art are listed below. this page also provides links to public art related organizations within the los angeles area. [ more ]
MOCA [ info ] ONE MUSEUM, THREE LOCATIONS - downtown locations: 250 s. grand ave. 152 n. central ave.
chinatown - n. hill st at lei min way, los angeles 90012 · 323-222-1918
description: the first american chinatown planned and owned by chinese immigrants, this vibrant LA neighborhood has grown into a charming collection of businesses and residences. in addition to lively retail markets and restaurants, the neighborhood hosts fun events like the chinese new year celebration in february, a summer film festival, and a weekly farmers market. a good place to start your visit is the historical society and visitors center (411 and 415 bernard st), where you can obtain maps and info on the area. take the metro rail gold line to the chinatown station at college and spring streets.
little tokyo - e 1.st st at n. alameda st, los angeles 90012
description: social, cultural and economic center of southern california's japanese community. the twenty-one-story new otani hotel, the japanese american cultural and community center, and the japanese american national museum attest to the area's vitality. four shopping centers contain restaurants and shops.
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