Eater LA is reporting that Ford's Filling Station -- one of the first wave of fine eateries that helped transform downtown Culver City -- has closed its doors. The website goes on to say, "according to staff, a major restaurant group is taking over the…

A show of new mixed-media sculpture, photography, video, and installation by Chicago-based artist Cheryl Pope opens at Mark Moore Gallery this Saturday, June 28. The opening reception, which is free and open to the public, is from 6 to 8 pm. 

Says the gallery, Pope's latest work "is a continuation of the research conducted for her Just Yell…

The Culver City Reusable Bag Ordinance -- which effected supermarkets starting on December 28, 2013 -- expands today to affect smaller grocery stores today, June 27, 2014.  The ordinance, aimed at reducing the number of single-use plastic bags in the environment, requires a 10¢ charge for each paper carryout bag sold to a customer. 

Any reflections on the first six…

Periodically, I post a picture of something in Culver City that is 'hiding in plain sight.' -- asking Culver City Times members if they know where it is. 

Last week the question was: Do you know where in Culver City these "dirty parts" are?…

The Center Theatre Group (and artistic director Michael Richie) have announced the line-up for the 2014-2015 season at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City. The new season, which begins July 13, 2014, and runs through August 9, 2015, will include:

• David Mamet’s explosive Race
• The Goodman Theatre’s world premiere production of Rebecca Gilman’s…

"These are bars for serious beer people," begins the Thrillist's list of the 33 best beer bars in America -- a list that includes Culver City's own Father's Office.  "Places where home brewers flock for inspiration and where the beer…

Wheel House Cheese Shop -- featuring more than 100 cheeses from around the world -- is now open in West Washington district of Culver City, adjacent to Pitfire Pizza. In addition to cheese, the shop offers cured meats and charcuterie, crackers, jams, olives, pickles, breads, chocolate, and more. Later, they plan to offer a selection of wines and beers from around the world.…

Join Ballona Creek Renaissance in their regular efforts to keep Ballona Creek clean this Saturday, June 21, from 9 to noon. Meet at the Centinela Avenue entrance to the Ballona Creek Bike Path, at Milton Street. It's a great way to celebrate the start of summer!

Gloves, trash bags, water and some tools will be provided, but sunscreen, close-toed shoes, buckets, and grabbers, if you have them are suggested as…

Periodically, I post a picture of something in Culver City that is 'hiding in plain sight.' -- asking Culver City Times members if they know where it is. 

Today the question is: Do you know where in Culver City these "dirty parts" are? If you know, enter your response in the comments box of this post.

If your answer fails to appear in the comments section…

This year, Culver City’s free Summer Concert Series will take place on Thursday nights, from July 10th - August 14th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the City Hall Courtyard. The following artists are scheduled to perform:

July 10th - Andre Thierry: The Grammy nominated artist, with a mix of traditional Creole Music and new sounds.

July 17th -…

This year, Culver CIty's Fiesta La Ballona has been scheduled from August 22 - 24. As always, it will take place at Veterans Memorial Park and will feature loads of carnival rides, live music, food vendors, and a Beer and Wine Garden (sponsored by the Exchange Club of Culver City).  Music groups have been selected with styles and genres that include swing, mariachi,…

The Culver City Arts District will present its first annual Summer Solstice event on Saturday, June 21, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 pm. The Summer Solstice event -- to celebrate the longest day of the year -- will be a great time to check out all the galleries throughout the district. There will also be musical performances throughout the day at various venues, children’s arts and crafts, and special discounts at area restaurants and retail. 

Musical…

Los Angeles-based artist Alec Egan's new show, "Luminous Opera," opens at Western Project this Saturday, June 14. The reception, which is fun, free, and open to the public, is on Saturday from 6 to 8 pm.

Here's what the gallery has to say about the artist, who earned an MFA from Otis College of Art and Design:

Egan's…

The 2nd Annual Culver City 5K/10K Run, will take place on Father's Day Sunday, June 15. The race, starting and ending in downtown Culver City, will benefit both Train 4 Autism and the Culver City Education Foundation to support students with special needs and is a City-sponsored event.

The 5K and 10K runs will be followed by free 1K and 1 mile Kids Runs, which will take…

The Culver City Arts District will hold its first annual Summer Solstice event on Saturday, June 21, from 12 pm to 7 pm. The Summer Solstice event will celebrate the longest day of the year with a free self-guided tour of art galleries, musical performances throughout the day at various venues, children’s arts and crafts and special discounts at several area restaurants and…

Last March, I reported that -- according a bi-weekly update that the City Manager gives to the Culver City Council -- plans had been submitted to bring a BevMo! to 5640 Sepulveda Boulevard. That would be in the shopping center that currently holds Office Depot, Seeds Sprouts, and Shakey's. At the time, there was…

With 100 percent of the precincts reporting, Culver City Measure CC has passed, with 75.85 percent of the votes. A total of 4,848 votes were cast on the measure. The bond measure, which will inject $106 million into Culver City schools, required 55 percent of the votes to pass.

Upon passage of Measure CC, work on the second phase of the athletic field improvements…

Be sure to vote in the statewide direct primary election this Tuesday, June 3. You can find or verify the address of your polling place on the back of your sample ballot booklet or HERE.

And let me add my voice to that of the Culver City Chamber of Commerce, the Culver City Democratic Club, the Culver City…