Summer Cultural Events in Full Swing in Beverly Hills
The city’s vibrant arts and cultural life is on display this summer and topped the agenda of the July 11 Arts and Culture Commission meeting.
Eskandari Chosen for Community Development Position
Arlen Eskandari has been selected as the next City Building Official (CBO) and Assistant Director of Community Development for the City of Beverly Hills. Eskandari currently serves as the city’s Deputy Building Official, managing plan review and building inspection services.
Metro Construction Prompts Wilshire/La Cienega Street Closures
As construction on the Metro’s Purple (D Line) Extension in Beverly Hills continues, weekend street closures in the area are expected all summer long at the intersection of Wilshire and La Cienega boulevards.
‘The Lesson’ – Well Schooled
Director Alice Troughton’s new film, “The Lesson,” is as deceptive as it is flawless. Writer Alex MacKeith, in his feature debut, borrowed from his own experiences. I’m amazed he lived to tell the story. But then again, his hero lives to write another day.
David Mirharooni’s Goals for the BH Chamber’s Centennial Year
Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Board Chair David Mirharooni looks forward to leading the organization in its 100th anniversary year and into the next century of business prosperity. In an interview with the Courier, the newly installed Mirharooni spoke of a desire to give back
A Ground-Breaking Day for New Rolex and Patek Philippe Boutiques
A timely event five years in the making took place on Rodeo Drive July 5. The occasion was the groundbreaking and blessing of the space for the new Rolex and Patek Philippe Boutiques.
Hotel Workers Strike Could Affect Beverly Hills
A service workers union representing nearly 15,000 hotel workers from approximately 60 properties across Los Angeles and Orange Counties declared a strike over the Fourth of July holiday.
Mr. Brainwash Unveils “Imagiro” on Rodeo Drive
At midnight on July 2 the city of Beverly Hills was peacefully slumbering, but Thierry Guetta was hard at work transporting a magical, multicolor menagerie to Rodeo Drive.
Ten New Sites Honored with Golden Shield Awards
The Beverly Hills City Council, on the recommendation of the Cultural Heritage Commission, has awarded 10 Golden Shield awards to sites that have cultural significance within the city.
Beverly Hills Observes July as ‘Parks Make Life Better’ Month
The city of Beverly Hills is joining other communities across the state to recognize July as “Parks Make Life Better” month.