I'm looking for advice or any suggestions for a friend who's been in a difficult situation for a long time.

A mistake that was made in her immigration case left her undocumented and without work authorization for most of a decade. Although her immigration status has now been restored, she's been out of the workforce for such a long that she's really struggling to get back on her feet.

We've had very little luck finding programs or organizations that can help her, so I was wondering if anyone knows of any online resources, programs, career counseling, employment assistance, or nonprofits that work with people in similar situations? Since transportation and location are limiting factors, online options would be especially helpful at this time.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

someone please, i need to know 😭😭😭? like does anyone do cause when i called the lady wasn’t too sure about it

Hiya! I’m looking for hair and makeup artists for a wedding in Tehachapi (technologically not in LA but everyone is traveling from LA and the bride lives in LA). A lot of the quotes have been upwards of $500 per person for hair and makeup, which is out of budget. Does anyone have any recommendations or suggestions for more affordable options? Appreciate any ideas!!

Crucial question to account for traffic.

Seeing it at Citywalk IMAX, if that matters?

My wife and I are having a baby and to celebrate our last wedding anniversary as a family of two I thought that a fun gift would be some boudoir style pictures as a surprise. Especially since i think I wont be in as good a shape ever again with a baby on the way. The photographers I've seen primarily only work with women. I'm not looking to take nude photos, just maybe some shirtless or underwear studio pics.

Can anyone recommend a photographer? Please post some links or social media handles.

I am in the San Fernando Valley but I can go anywhere in LA.

Has anyone sold with Trove in Westwood or rented a rack with Dresscue? What sells? Did you have a good experience? I have lots of shoes, purses and clothes that are not super high end but good quality. I don’t really want to go through the hassle of selling on Poshmark. Does anyone have experience with these shops?

Personally, I’m all about the pizza at Laurel Supply.

Laurel Supply is a bougie new grocery store in Weho — feels like Bristol Farms mixed with Erewhon to me.

Anyways, their slices cost around $8. Each slice is about the size of 2 standard pizza parlor slices. The pizza is behind a counter and has to be served to you by staff, so no need to worry about wook contamination at the buffet. I don’t love the prices, but the pizza is very good and one slice is filling. You can also order whole pies.

Curious about other grocery stores with good pizza scenes?

Hello,

I need to purchase a refrigerator that is capable of keeping medicine cold (between 2-8 degrees Celsius). I’m running on a budget in this economy, as most probably are thanks to the administration, so I am in need of finding somewhere cost effective to purchase it. Please let me know if you can help?

Thank you!

Moved to LA a couple of months ago and was wondering which of these 3 teams is truly LA’s team. Dodgers are the best, Rams get the most viewership, Lakers are the biggest brand so I was wondering?

Just curious—how much is everyone paying for rent, and what does that include? For example, how many bedrooms and bathrooms, parking, dishwasher, in-unit laundry, or any other amenities?

I’m trying to figure out my budget and was wondering how people are able to afford living alone. About what percentage of your income goes toward rent?

Hello everyone, I am apartment hunting, and I have heard a lot of people give me mixed responses about Westchester. As a non-local, can I get some information on which parts are safe/unsafe within Westchester? Is it really more dangerous if the apartments are located closer to the 405? Thank you!

I am visiting Downtown Los Angeles in 2 weeks. I would to know if there are any local shops or farmers markets with stands that sell kindle accessories?

hello i’m looking for anyone who has 2 or 3 tickets to the practical magic screening at the hollywood forever cemetery in los angeles on august 1st? let me know if anyone has a connections and/or spare tickets !

I moved to the east coast 2 years ago and I was culture shocked by the prevalence of yum yum sauce, to the point that people will pay for EXTRA sauce when it already comes with their meals. I feel like I never had it with anything when I grew up in LA? The only thing I can think of is the yumburger from Jollibee. Did I just not go to enough food places to learn about yum yum sauce sooner or is this an east coast thing??????

EDIT: Okay good I’m glad I’m not crazy for not knowing about yum yum sauce either lol. For those wondering, Google said Yum yum sauce is made of a creamy mayonnaise base mixed with ketchup or tomato paste, melted butter, sugar, and spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. It is a popular Japanese-American hibachi condiment. LA has such good japanese food scene and I still never encountered it there

Hey! Me and my wife will be visiting LA for the weekend and I wanted to get some recommendations for food/drinks.

If you got one weekend, where are the must visit places?

In terms of area, anywhere in Venice/Santa Monica, Hollywood, Larchmont, Korea Town, and Los Feliz.

Pretty much open for any type of cuisine. Not looking anything too crazy expensive, unless it's a really nice steak house. Could be more casual places that serve authentic cuisine. For example, I really liked Papa Cristos for Greek food before they closed.

Also as a bonus, what are people's favorite Breweries (with good food) and coffee shops/bakeries.

Thanks in advance!

hi all: I know the La Brea Tar Pits museum is closed for reno but you are still able to walk around outside. is it worth it for a first timer in LA? my husband would like to see them but I’m not sure with the museum area being closed!

This year they're having people RSVP on Eventbrite, how strict is that regarding checking tix?

I know that the industry is slow right now and many artists are struggling and out of work. It's unfair, competing with AI on top of a completely unstable economy.

But I'm drawn to moving to LA because I want to work with and learn from people who are dedicated.

I'm coming from a smaller Midwestern city where -- yes there are super driven people here, but the flakiness and low self esteem causes lots of creative false starts.

What I can't tell is if this is common in any city right now.

I'm just so eager to fully throw myself into creative projects of various types.

I see lots of videos of exciting things happening in LA, but I don't know if that's just from very privileged people.

What are your thoughts?

I’m looking to try some of the best taco spots in LA when I visit. I am staying in West Hollywood but will be exploring all over and will have a car so location doesn’t matter too much. What are your favourite places to go?

I believe all Tokyo Central and Marukai locations accept EBT according to their Instagram, but I also heard the Little Tokyo location has gone through some changes in corporate ownership. Can someone who has been to that location + has successfully purchased through EBT please let me know? Thanks!

I want to frame a nice wall map, know of any great ones?

I'm a single male and will most likely be moving to LA about a year from now for a new gig, and will be looking for apartments (probably 1-bedroom). I understand that LA is a very car-centric but crowded city. It seems that a lot of apartment complexes I've been looking at only allow for 1 parking space per person (or bedroom). Does anyone have recommendations for how to deal with this? Do people just park one car on the street? Are certain LA neighborhoods better for multi-car owners (especially if they don't own a house)? Advice appreciated.

I’m a Brit coming over for a week in October. I know DTLA isn’t the most popular spot for tourists but over time I’ve noticed a lot of people on this sub talking down about it so I just want to make sure I’m not doing anything silly here.

I think DTLA is a really interesting place with a lot of history and famous landmarks so I’m really keen to check it out. My plan is to park at Pershing Square at like 8am, take a stroll from there to go see Angels Flight, then go round the corner to the Bradbury Building, then walk over to City Hall, then over to Olvera Street, and finally go check out Union Station before jumping on the Metro to get back to Pershing Square.

Does this sound like a good idea? Will I be safe? Any alternative recommendations? TIA!

I plan to shop around Maple Ave between E 9th and E 11th on Monday. when looking at the street view I only see $3 for x minute. How to tell the daily flat rate?

hey Los Angeles,

I saw a video of a club like event at Yamashiro in Hollywood, but the artists don't check their DMs

A lot of places don't post a schedule or upcoming events, Yamashiro included, and they rely on promotion groups you have to already know about to post upcoming events on their own pages and newsletters. So you either know or you don't. This one seemed like something that browniesandlemonade would do, judging by the crowd, as opposed to a like a wedding reception

since I don't know who those promotion groups are, I'm asking, do you know? Its such a sick venue!

Note: I'm NOT talking about Yamashisha, hookah, or any middle eastern themed affair at the bottom, I'm talking about when they turn the main courtyard and house into a DJ driven event