Vox Populi

What the South Bay’s talking about.

Vox Populi

What the South Bay’s talking about.

Southern Comforts

Joe Baker discusses the newly renovated Palos Verdes Art Center and its first exhibition titled California: Then and Now

Written by Fabienne Marsh

Agent Provocateur

During a leisurely conversation in a living room transformed into an art gallery, we talk about his various passions: his children, horses, art, his wife, Homeira, and real estate.

Written by Fabienne Marsh Photographed by Monica Orozco

Tall Order

Robert “Big Bob” LeBrun has been a bouncer in the South Bay for more than 35 years. You may have seen him manning the door at the North End Bar & Grill or grooving to the blues at Café Boogaloo or staring down Hells Angels at The Grist Mill. At nearly 7 feet tall, he cuts an imposing frame, but at least he’ll give you fair warning before he decides to use it.

Written by Peter Madden

Giving Tree

With the help of a few thousand evergreens, Scotty Claus breathes new life into a holiday tradition.

Written by Diane E. Barber Photographed by Marisa Guzman Aloia

Environmentally Educated

Grades of Green puts eco efforts directly into the hands of South Bay youth.

Written by Suzanna Cullen Hamilton

Beauty Bus

Giving Hope Through Beauty

STAND UP!

Even if you’re not ready to tackle the Catalina Classic on August 26, you still can put your skills to the test with lessons from one of these local stand-up paddleboard (SUP) experts.

Green Machines

Scotty’s Scooters Evolves Electric

Spin Cities

Far more than something that gets you from point A to point B, a bicycle exudes distinguishable character and is an integral part of our coastal lifestyle. Yes, you can still hit rush hour traffic pedaling on The Strand over the weekend, but you certainly can’t beat the view. With a little help from her friends, “Sand In My Suit” contributor Katrina Zawojski puts together the ultimate South Bay ride—just in time for spring.

Styled by Katrina Zawojski

Love ... and All That Jazz

The story of a Hermosa Beach couple who shared a passion for music and each other.

Written by Cassidy Strawn

Curt Siverts

Waterman. Commercial Diver. Submariner.

Written by Stefan Slater | Photographed by Jeff Berting

Rose Van Wier Hein

Mother. Autism Advocate. Visionary.

Written by Laila Samimi | Photographed by Siri Berting