Hi, neighbors!

Allow us to [re]introduce ourselves! Things around here have changed lately…

You might remember this newsletter coming from your friends Jack & Sam. Well, Jack and his wife, Kenz, moved to Colorado (we miss you guys!). However, Sam wanted to keep this thing rolling, so he has enlisted the support of his amazing, talented, beautiful, hilarious fiancee, Lauren. So you will be hearing from the Thompsons from here on out :)

Anyways, back to regularly scheduled programming - weekly emails with the best events, latest news and fun finds here in the South Bay! Here’s what’s good this week:

News

Just a few stories that caught our eye.

April 23 was Administrative Professionals Day MBPD made a special post for their unsung heroes. This may be old news, but as an Administrative Professional myself I think the shoutout is worth making! (Read more)

Torrance Crime Report (1Q 2025) Torrance PD released their crime numbers from the first three months of 2025, and it’s worth reading. (Read more)

Torrance City Commission Applications are Open The City of Torrance is currently accepting applications for their Advisory Commissions and the Measure SST Citizen Oversight Committee. (Read more)

Upcoming Events

Things for you to participate in!

• Tuesday, April 29: Manhattan Beach Ocean Protection Bike Ride Manhattan Beach is organizing an Ocean Protection Bike Tour along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail. It starts at 10 AM at the Manhattan Beach Pier. (Read more)

• Every Sunday: Redondo Beach Volleyball This Beach Volleyball Meetup Group has been playing non-stop for over 16 years! (Read more)

Restaurants

We’re pumped about Calo Kitchen + Tequila.

Make your reservations now, because this place has rightfully become quite a hotspot. With a solid menu, craft cocktails, indoor and outdoor seating, fun decor/vibe, and friendly staff, what’s not to love?

We recommend the following: Short-Rib Enchiladas, Seafood Trio, Strawberry Jalapeno Margarita, & Martini Cafetero (their take on an espresso martini). Also, when you sit down, they bring you salsa, bean dip, and chips…all fresh.

Enjoy, and let us know what else we need to try!

2191 Rosecrans Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245

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Local Business Spotlight

Lucky Plants. Need we say more?

These people are the real deal.

The owners are a husband and wife, but we see the husband there most of the time. They are welcoming, passionate, caring, and knowledgeable. Their prices are low and they will repot plants for you at no cost. Their selection of plants and planters is beautiful.

Trust us; stop by, if just for the serotonin boost!

1062 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

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Pet Highlight

Who better to kick off this new topic than our very own cat, Layla?

Lauren adopted Layla in Manhattan Beach in 2023. She is part Maine Coon cat, part Siberian cat. Lauren likes to say she is 90% cat hair and 10% cat.

She is an angel and makes our life so happy!

Trivia Question

What is the national animal of Scotland?

A) Red Deer

B) Highland Cow

C) Griffin

D) Unicorn

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Now Playing…

What song are we vibing to, you might ask?

What Was That by Lorde (Listen on YouTube)

That’s all for now, folks. It’s a new week in the greatest place on earth; don’t take it for granted!

See you around town.

Your neighbors,

Sam & Lauren