August 16, 2025 Your Source for Brentwood News

Westside Events: Help Neighbors in Need Donation Drive, Coffee Cupping at Equator Coffee

Donate at Culver City Fire Department and Attend a Special Coffee Event at the Ivy

This weekend, the Culver City Fire Department will host a donation drive to help our neighbors in need. In coordination with Leadership Culver City, organizers are requesting those interested in donating to bring backpacks, baby wipes, blankets, hygiene kits, pillows, socks, sunblock, and warm clothing. These items will go to our unhoused neighbors and most vulnerable people. Stop by as you head to the Downtown Culver City Car Show!

  • What: Neighbors in Need Donation Drive
  • When: Saturday, May 11, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.     
  • Where: 9600 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
  • Who: Hosted by the Culver City Fire Department, organized by Leadership Culver City, and partnering with Palms Unhoused Mutual Aid
  • Why: To assist unhoused neighbors in our community

Cash donations will not be accepted. While that kindness is appreciated, we invite you to donate food gift cards or TAP cards. 

Equator Coffees is hosting an outdoor coffee-tasting event this Saturday, May 11, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Guests are invited to bring their picnic blankets and join in for a delightful afternoon featuring a variety of seasonal Equator Coffees offerings at the LGBTQ-founded coffee roaster and cafe.

Among the highlights are the Cherry Blossom espresso, Super Bloom coffee blend, and a selection of other exciting spring drinks. The event promises to be a perfect blend of flavorful coffee, sunshine, and engaging conversations.

The tasting will take place on the Ivy Station lawn picnic style, offering attendees the chance to bask in the sun while enjoying refreshing coffee beverages.

While the event is free to attend, RSVPs are requested. Interested participants can secure their spots here.

Related Posts

Brentwood Weekly Crime Report: August 3, 2025 – August 9, 2025

August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Number of Crimes Dip, but Thefts, Vehicle Break-Ins Still Noted Crime reports in Brentwood declined last week compared to the...

ICE Raids Rattle Westside Businesses Amid Reports of Arrests, Ambush Tactics

August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Masked Men Targeted Car Washes, Home Depots: 30 People Missing ICE and Border Patrol raids on Los Angeles’ Westside this...

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream Debuts  All-Black Ice Cream in Collaboration With Artist Cj Hendry

August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Limited-Edition Flavor Opaque and All Black Cones Launch on Aug. 14 Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams is stripping away the usual...

405 Freeway Closure Rescheduled: Sepulveda Pass to Shrink to Three Lanes August 22–25

August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Extended 405 Closure to Snarl Traffic Through Sepulveda Pass  The major closure of the 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass...

Concert in the Courtyard: Israeli Band The Peatot Brings High-Energy Sound to Adat Shalom Synagogue

August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Event in Westwood Will Feature Live Music, Food, and Family-Friendly Community Celebration Adat Shalom Synagogue will host a summer evening...

Sidecar & Van Leeuwen Unite for One-Night-Only Doughnuts à la Mode

August 14, 2025

August 14, 2025

Limited-Time Collab Pairs Iconic Doughnuts With Artisanal Scoops Sidecar Doughnuts, the purveyors of some of Los Angeles’ best doughnuts, is...

Mr. Charlie’s Brings Plant-Based Fast Food to 26th Street With Grand Opening Giveaway

August 13, 2025

August 13, 2025

Plant-Based Favorite Opens Brentwood Adjacent Spot With Opening Day Perks Mr. Charlie’s, the fast-growing plant-based fast-food chain known for its...

After Roma Brings Late-Night Roman Vibes to All Roads Pinseria with Vinyl DJ Set and Reverse Happy Hour

August 13, 2025

August 13, 2025

DJ Jeffertitti Spins Deep Vinyl Grooves for One Night as All Roads Serves up Discounts &  Small Bites All Roads...

Bánh Mì Pop-Up Returns: Chef Tra An Serves Pork & Mushroom Versions After Months-Long Hiatus

August 13, 2025

August 13, 2025

Following Four Sold-Out Events, Pre-Orders are Live for The Next Delicious Pop-Up Private chef Tra An, celebrated for making what...

Ex-LAPD Officer Among Four Charged in Kidnapping and Violent Home Invasion Robbery

August 13, 2025

August 13, 2025

Prosecutors Say the Suspects Handcuffed Victims, Stole Cash, and Cryptocurrency Felony charges were filed against a former Los Angeles police...

Beverly Hills Senior Scammed Out of $59K; Richmond Man Charged in Fraud Scheme

August 12, 2025

August 12, 2025

Suspect Posed as a Bank Employee and Federal Agent, Collecting Cash Twice  Multiple charges have been leveled at a Richmond,...

Rare Chinese Manuscripts Stolen From UCLA Library, Suspect Stayed at Brentwood Hotel

August 12, 2025

August 12, 2025

Suspect Swapped Originals for Fakes and Stored Evidence at Hotel Angeleno. Federal prosecutors have charged a Fremont, Calif., man with...

LAUSD Responds to Immigration Raids With Expanded Campus Safety Measures for New School Year

August 12, 2025

August 12, 2025

Superintendent Condemns Federal Agents’ Actions, Announces Safe-Passage Programs  Responding to heightened concerns about federal immigration activity near campuses, the Los...

(Video) Jennifer Levi, mother of Braun Levi, speaks at the Live Like Braun Memorial Tennis Tournament on His Birthday

August 12, 2025

August 12, 2025

After Braun was killed by a drunk driver, the Levis founded the Live Like Braun Foundation in his memory. The...

Two Hospitalized After Fourth-Floor Apartment Fire in Pico-Robertson

August 12, 2025

August 12, 2025

44 Firefighters Contained the Blaze, Rescued a 94-Year-Old Woman Flames erupted from a fourth-floor balcony of a six-story residential building...