☘️ Pub Crawl, St. Patrick's Day, and Lunar Eclipse

Welcome to your weekly Valley update! Today is Thursday, March 13, 2025.

In this week’s NoHo Nick:

• ☘️ St Patrick’s Day

• 🍻 Pub Crawl

• 🌕️ Lunar Eclipse

• ⛰️ Local Hikes

Last week, I asked, “How many cars can turn left after a traffic light turns red?

Here’s what you said:

• 9% of drivers think only one car should go. Very safe. Very kind.

• 65% said two cars can go. I’m in this group. Therefore, this is the correct answer.

• 21% said three cars can go. This is sketchy. But it’s allowed in certain situations on Lankershim and Sherman Way.

• 5% said four cars can go. This is pure madness. Four cars? I see you out there. And I’m yelling at you from behind my steering wheel.

Here’s what’s happening this week:

🦠 Measles in LA County. An L.A. County resident tested positive for measles after traveling through LAX on March 5. Health officials warn that people at LAX Terminal B (March 5), a North Hollywood nail salon (March 7), and an El Monte grocery store (March 10) may have been exposed. Get vaccinated. (NBC4)

🌕 Total Lunar Eclipse on Thursday, March 13. The “Worm Moon” total lunar eclipse happens Thursday at 11:26 PM for one hour. No special glasses are needed. Watch the moon turn red as it passes through Earth’s shadow. (NPR)

🏀 Lakers Fan Wins $100k. Michael Ball of North Carolina sunk a shot from half-court for $100,000 during the Lakers-Knicks game. He’s the 16th winner since the contest began in 2006—the first since January 2024. (KTLA)

🌳 DOGE Budget Cuts Affect Tree Planting. Thousands of trees in low-income LA neighborhoods will go unplanted because of federal funding cuts under Elon Musk’s DOGE. The nonprofit North East Trees lost $2.5 million, forcing it to cancel plans for 2,000 new trees in Watts and unincorporated LA. (LAist)

🅿️ New Paid Parking in Downtown Burbank. 145 street spaces along San Fernando Blvd. now require $2 per hour from 8 AM to midnight, 7 days a week. There are still 5,500 free spaces in public lots and structures. All revenue will go toward maintaining and updating parking facilities. (City of Burbank)

Bryan Mineo, the "Swim Mechanic,” is a local underwater photographer.

He shoots athletes, artists, fun portraits, and more.

🌕️ Lunar Eclipse Watch (Silver Lake): Griffith Observatory is closed tonight. Instead, join the Los Angeles Astronomical Society at Pine & Crane restaurant to watch the stars and follow the eclipse. Thursday, March 13 at 8 PM.

🥾 Friday Morning Hike (Woodland Hills): A scenic 4-5 mile hike at Natoma Trailhead with options for experienced and leisurely hikers. Dogs on leashes are welcome. Free. Friday, March 14, from 9 AM to 11 AM.

🀄 Lucky Bamboo Mahjong Club (Chinatown): Learn and play Hong Kong-style mahjong. Games for beginners and seasoned players. $10. Friday, March 14, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

🎭 Makeup & FX Class (North Hollywood): Learn to make FX transfer appliances like bullet holes and slit throats with pros John Blake (Fargo, There Will Be Blood) and Douglas Noe (Avengers, Loki). Saturday, March 15, from 1 PM to 3 PM. $65.

🌳 Tree Walk (Sun Valley): Join arborist Alison Lancaster for a guided walk through native trees of the Theodore Payne Foundation. Learn about tree care, identification, and conservation. Wear green and stay for a themed mixer with snacks and drinks. $45. Saturday, March 15, from 2 PM to 4:30 PM.

🏛 Free Museum Day: Over 30 museums across SoCal offer free admission this weekend. Explore art, history, film, and natural sciences at LACMA, The Getty, The Broad, and MOCA. Metro TAP cardholders get discounts at museum shops. Sunday, March 16.

🎶 Fire Relief Concert (Malibu): A full day of music with Diplo, Aluna, Noizu, and more, raising funds for MusiCares’ fire relief efforts. Limited tickets are available. Free livestream. Sunday, March 16, from 12 PM to 10 PM.

🎭 Beginner Improv Classes (Studio City): Learn the basics of improv in this five-week course led by Bill Chott (Disney, SNL, Second City). Perfect for beginners or those looking to sharpen their skills in a supportive environment. $55. Starts Sunday, March 16, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

🎤 Comedy & Wine (North Hollywood): A night of comedy and wine at Haley’s Wines, featuring Tyler Campbell, Fay Kanevsky, and host Mercer Whitfield. Open mic slots are available, too—arrive early to sign up. Tuesday, March 18 at 8 PM.

🎶 Locals’ Night (Santa Monica): Live music, DJs, a car show, a book and photography exhibit, and more at the Santa Monica Pier. Every third Thursday of the month. Free. Thursday, March 20 from 3:30 PM to 10 PM.

🎨 Jazz & Draw (Burbank): A live jazz and figure drawing experience at LA Connection Comedy Theatre featuring a themed variety show and art supplies provided. $30. Thursday, March 20, 9:30 PM.

📚 Ezra Klein: Abundance (Brentwood): Bestselling author and journalist Ezra Klein discusses his new book, Abundance, exploring politics, progress, and the barriers to change. Saturday, March 22 at 4 PM. Tickets from $25.

🥪 Hy Mart Sandwiches (North Hollywood): Mediterranean fusion wraps and sandwiches. It has been a family-owned sandwich shop for the past 50 years. I just tried their falafel wrap with extra hot sauce. 🤤 

🍀 Shamrock Shenanigans (Canoga Park): 818 Brewing’s St. Paddy’s Day bash with live bands all day, DJs, festive food, and green beer. Free party hats for the first 50 guests. Free. Saturday, March 15, from 1 PM to 7 PM.

🍺 NoHo Pub Crawl (North Hollywood): A charity pub crawl featuring exclusive We Love LA beers, with proceeds supporting wildfire relief. Enjoy limited craft brews at Lawless Brewing, Brews Brothers, Hop Merchants, and Cheba Hut. Saturday, March 22.

☕️ Boy and Bear Coffee (Sherman Oaks): Rare and exciting Colombian coffee roasted in Los Angeles. They have a location in the Valley. Cozy space inspired by adobe homes and filled with natural tones, antiques, and artistic craftsmanship. Creative haven with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

🏡 Renovated Home (North Hollywood): 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,118 sqft. New kitchen, recessed lighting, a recently installed roof, a spacious backyard, an attached two-car garage, and fully paid-off solar panels. $925,000

🛍️ Trader Joe’s Easter Totes: Trader Joe’s is rumored to release new pastel colors for its reusable shopping bags sometime next month.

🎸 MTV Unplugged Now Streaming: Watch classic performances from Neil Young, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, and more on Paramount+.

❓️Which private company is the largest employer in Los Angeles County?

Last week’s question: Do you know which San Fernando Valley street has the highest concentration of sushi restaurants in the U.S.? It’s called “Sushi Row.”

Answer: More than a dozen sushi restaurants are located in a one-mile stretch of Ventura Blvd.

Thanks for reading, and see you next week!

PS Check out the Valley Girl Hiking Club. A monthly~ meetup of Valley locals looking to hike and explore SFV.

PPS Ventura Mom Collective posts cool stuff for kids around Ventura and L.A.—parades, carnivals, museums, beach days, and more.

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