What is the Silicon Beach in Los Angeles and what is the history behind this term?

Silicon Beach refers to the westside region of the Los Angeles metropolitan area, home to over 500 tech startup companies. The area includes Santa Monica, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Playa Del Rey, Playa Vista, and El Segundo. The name 'Silicon Beach' was adopted due to the concentration of tech and digital media companies, mirroring the tech ecosystem of Silicon Valley. The growth of Silicon Beach began in the late 2000s and early 2010s, notably with Google leasing a 100,000 square foot property in Venice in 2011, which attracted more tech companies like Snapchat, Hulu, Riot Games, and Tinder. Silicon Beach has now a vibrant tech ecosystem with venture capital firms, digital media companies, gaming companies, and incubators and accelerators, fostering tech entrepreneurship in the region.

What is Howard Hughes' private airport, Playa Vista?

Howard Hughes' private airport, also known as the Spruce Goose Hangar or Playa Vista Airport, is located in Los Angeles, California. Built by Howard Hughes during World War II, it housed the H-4 Hercules, also known as the 'Spruce Goose,' an experimental aircraft with the largest wingspan of any aircraft ever flown. The hangar, now known as the Hercules Campus, has been transformed into a mixed-use development with office space, retail outlets, and sound stages, serving as a hub for creative businesses and technology companies while preserving its historical and architectural significance.

What has been the real estate development in Playa Vista?

Playa Vista is a master-planned community in Los Angeles, covering 1,087 acres, designed to integrate residential, commercial, retail, and recreational spaces. It offers a variety of housing options alongside a significant presence of tech and creative industry companies, due to its proximity to 'Silicon Beach.' The area includes commercial and retail spaces, parks, and emphasizes sustainability with many buildings meeting green building standards. The development promotes community engagement through various amenities and events, and its strategic location provides easy access to major transportation routes, making it a vibrant and sought-after community.

Hanukkah and Christmas Events 2023

7 Dec 2023

A Celebration of Hanukkah at Ivy Station, Culver City

Come celebrate Hanukkah at Ivy Station with a giant menorah lighting, live klezmer music, face painting, games, hot latkes, donuts, chocolate gelt, dreidels, arts and crafts, and a free raffle!

This event is free and open to the public. Complimentary 2-hour parking validation will be available by request at the event. All ages are welcome.

This event is hosted by Chabad of Culver City.

LOCATION AND TIME:

Ivy Station

8840 National Boulevard Culver City, CA 90232

Sunday, December 10 · 4:30 - 6pm PST

A Christmas Carol at The Pico

You've read the book and seen the movies, now get ready for another new take on Charles Dickens' classic Christmas tale. Follow Scrooge on a musical journey with three ghosts that work together to make this Miser see life in a new light. It's never too late to do a little good!

Friday and Saturday evening shows are @ 7pm, while Saturday matinees are @ 2pm. There will be six performances in total. The running time is approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. Fun for all ages! Be sure to arrive early to get a cup of warm apple cider from the concessions and sing some holiday favorite carols with the cast!

LOCATION AND TIME:

The Pico, Run Amuck Entertainment

10508 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064

December 8 through December 23, 2023

Buy tickets: https://www.runamuckentertainment.com/

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