The historic, eclectic and diverse communities of Northeast Los Angeles grew from the gentle valley and hillsides along the Arroyo Seco, stretching in between Downtown Los Angeles and Pasadena.
The neighborhoods are now cross-cultural and dynamic, but much of their character can traced to Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Arts and Crafts Movement celebrated individualism, creativity and pride of craftsmanship as a rebuttal to the Industrial Revolution , and as a counterpoint to Victorian formality.
The spirit of the Arts and Crafts Movement continues today as a vital and thriving Arts Community rooted in Northeast Los Angeles.
Posted by Cheryl Johnson
October 5, 2009
Thomas Coleman is an associate and former client, but more importantly, a good friend.
He has written a fascinating account of his life and times as an advocate for family diversity and equal rights.
Follow this link to The Domino Effect's web site
Be sure to read the Outtakes!
Posted by Cheryl Johnson
November 8, 2008
East Los Angeles Rally Sunday!!! 1pm Lincoln Park
PROTEST in the PARK: EQUALITY not H8TE Sponsored by the Latino/a LGBT Coalition latino.lgbt. coalition@ gmail.com
This Sun Nov 9th - 1 pm East LA : Lincoln Park
3501 Valley Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90031
A peaceful rally of the people. We rally then we march. In peace and with dignity... Everyone's voice is needed. Everyone's help is needed to spread the word... REPOST - SEND TO YOUR EMAIL LISTS & CONTACTS - SEND TEXT MESSAGES
BE THERE! Bring signs, banners, whistles and some friends...
This image was made from a photo taken taken at the marriage ceremony of two dear friends.
I must comment that this joyous celebration was attended by elderly family members, and young children. I didn't count noses, but my impression was that heterosexual couples outnumbered gay couples. Believe me, no one felt threatened.
NELA Live covers art openings, lifestyle and community events in the historic and eclectic communities of Eagle Rock, Highland Park, Mount Washington, Glassell Park, Sycamore Grove, Garvanza, Montecito Heights, Cypress Park, Lincoln Heights, El Sereno, Monterey Hills, all served with a side of real estate commentary.
