caffeine addicts...

Tully's has recently opened, one block away, under the Equitable building at the corner of Wilshire Blvd & Mariposa. For those of you looking for your Starbucks style fix, hit this place up. Good coffee, good treats (try the roti bun) and a good place to hang out in.

another church offering...

Don't worry folks, I am not on some kind of evangelical agenda here with these recent church listings, I just want to fill you in on local places of interest that you might enjoy. St. James Episcopal Church on Wilshire Blvd, just west of Western, will be starting the candlelight meditations (or as they call it, 'compline') again in October. This happens on the 4th Sunday of the month, between 7:30-8:30 pm. I have been attending this for the last several years now, whenever I get the chance. It is a great way to end the week, clear your head and prepare yourself for a new week. St. James is a beautiful old church and lit by candlelight with the frankincense burning and live Gregorian chanting in the background during the whole meditation can be quite moving. The very brief liturgical break, halfway through, you can either choose to ignore (as I do, yes I did say that) or take to heart. This candlelight meditation service is worth visiting. You just might get something out of it.

Bach Festival...

The First Congregational Church of Los Angeles (located on 6th Street, just east of Virgil) will soon begin its' 77th Annual Los Angeles Bach Festival on Oct. 17th. This event is sponsored with KUSC Classical/FM 91.5 and the Los Angeles County Arts Commission. Check out their website for more info on this series of concerts at www.FCCLA.org.

And, if you have never been to this church to hear their organ, you should take yourself! The First Congregational Church has the world's largest church pipe organ. On Thursdays, at lunch time, they have an organ concert series open to the public. I attended one a few years back and the organ carries quite the wallop of impact. Brace yourself.

Get out there and explore your neighborhood!

and another Gaylord resident film...

Go to Park.mov on YouTube and view a new short film by Gaylord resident, Kiran Janjani with story and screenplay by Ritu Janjani. This 10 minute film will lead you in a direction you would not be expecting. Also visit Kiran Janjani's Facebook page to learn more about this talented resident.

you like my grill?

Gaylord Residents, every Wednesday evening at 5:00 p.m., the grill is fired up poolside for all to share. Come on down with your meats, fish, chicken and veggies to barbecue. Stay around to socialize and enjoy the company or bring your feast back to the privacy of your home. Just know the bbq is there for you to partake in. Happy Grillin'!

*The Sparkle*

'The Sparkle' will be wrapping up production soon. This film is written, directed and produced by Lana Bergen, Gaylord resident, and has come together with the help of many more Gaylord residents. Check out 'The Sparkle' Facebook page for more info on this creative endeavor and upcoming events for the film.

a note of thanks...

Miss Mo would like to thank all who came out yesterday and supported the Flutterbies by buying baked goods and playing twister. They were able to raise funds to send the band to the Temecula International Film Festival where they will be performing on the main stage. Try to make a trip out there to watch this talented group.

Starting this Sunday, for Gaylord residents only...

The HMS Bounty offers from 12:30pm - 5:30pm, on Sundays only, to go...

-Hamburger, Fries & Soda
-Hot Dog, Fries & Soda
-Big Tossed Green Salad & Soda
-Eggs and Bacon or Ham & Soda

All for $3.50 each.
With a Domestic Beer, $6.50.

This will make up somewhat for our Cafe Mermaid being closed on Sundays now since Susie's passing. We would like to thank Ramon & Annie for offering this new service to the Gaylord residents.
Remember, every Sunday from 12:30pm - 5:30pm!

Miss Mo is at it again!

Miss Mo will be hosting another event this Sunday, the 12th of September, in the lobby, between 2:00 pm - 6:30 pm. This will be a Bodacious Bake Sale and Board Game Event. Vintage board games will be set up around the seating areas in the lobby for you to play. Along with a GIANT twister board in the center of the lobby. Fun will surely ensue with this game! A donation jar will be present for the Bake Sale and Twister game to help get the Flutterbies (Miss Mo's band) to the Temecula Valley International Film Festival to perform.

Miss Mo has certainly been a welcome addition to the Gaylord crew by adding a lively attitude to our grand lobby. See you on the dotted board this Sunday!

Art Show Meeting

Tenants, for those of you who partake in the fine arts, there will be an organization meeting on Tuesday, September 14th at 8:00 pm on the Patio. The Gaylord Art Shows for Sunday, Oct. 24th and Sunday, Dec. 5th will be discussed. As well as the possibility of having a monthly Art Show beginning with the New Year. Here's your chance to give your art a wider audience to appreciate the talents you hold. If you would like to participate in upcoming exhibits, please attend the meeting.

beauty present...

Judy, one of the divine beauties who were present for the ribbon cutting ceremony in the Gaylord Lobby, back on August 1st. She brought the vintage flavor that fit right in with our grand lobby.