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Monthly Archives: November 2012
Dear Librarian…
“Dear Librarian…” My continuing struggle against one of the oldest enemies in Los Angeles… IGNORANCE! William B. of Bellflower asks, “Dear librarian, I’m sure you have a screed about Thanksgiving. Can I hear it?” Gee, William, you’re right, and I was … Continue reading
Striking Walmart Workers Add Their Voice to ‘Black Friday’
Walmart workers, their outrage fueled by allegations of continuing low wages, erratic work hours, cuts to their benefits and the continuing termination and harassment of workers who have openly voiced criticism of management policies, marched in protest -accompanied by supporters – at stores … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Interviews, News & Sports, Photo Essays, Videos
Tagged OUR Walmart, Union strikes, Wal-Mart
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Legacy Reissue Roundup: Charles Mingus, The Thelonious Monk Quartet, Bill Withers
Here are some suggestions to weigh down someone’s stocking this year from the good folks at Legacy Recordings. I have a personal preference for boxes that deliver the most music for the most reasonable price, and these modestly sized but … Continue reading
Posted in Music
Tagged bill withers, cd review, charles mingus, holiday shopping guide, legacy recordings, thelonious monk
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‘Jerry: The Movie’ Offers Grateful Dead Fans an Intimate Look into the Life and Career of Jerry Garcia
*SPECIAL NOTE: BE LOOKING FOR MY UPCOMING, EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH THE FILM’S DIRECTOR, MALCOLM LEO! 1987 Jerry Garcia (photo courtesy of MLP) In the summer of 1987, filmmaker Malcolm Leo sat down with Grateful Dead founding member and cultural hero … Continue reading
Posted in Movies, Music, News & Sports, Upcoming Events
Tagged Jerry Garcia. Malcolm Leo, Jerry:The Movie'
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Victory for Federal Scientists as Congress Passes “Whistleblower” Legislation
Holiday greetings to all the readers of the LA Beat, At long last, both houses of Congress passed the whistleblower legislation that will protect federal employees who expose the censorship and misuse of government science. The bill (pdf) went today to President Obama’s desk; he’s … Continue reading
UFW Union Celebrates its 50th Anniversary
All images courtesy of the United Farm Worker’s Union and the César Chávez Foundation. Copyright 2012. Dear Los Angeles Beat readers, This year, the César Chávez Foundation and the UFW have had a phenomenal year! Celebrating the 50th anniversary of when my father began … Continue reading
Hostess Company/ BCTGM Union Mediation Crumbles, Fate of its Employees Hangs in Limbo
Yesterday’s mediation between the Hostess company and it’s employees’ union (the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco, and Grain Millers Union) crumbled in the hands of the presiding bankruptcy judge like a stale Zinger snack cake well past its expiration date. The Hostess (R) brand Company … Continue reading
Posted in Food, News & Sports
Tagged BCTGM Union, employees strike, Hostess Brands, Hostess Company, Judge Robert Drain
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Butcher Baby Album Cover to be Auctioned
Julien’s Auctions’ Icons & Idols Rock n’ Roll Auction Event twill take place at the Julien’s Auctions Beverly Hills Gallery on Saturday, December 1st, 2012 and Sunday, December 2nd, 2012. Music memorabilia dating as far back as the 1930s will be on the auction … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Events, Music
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Punk Rock Karaoke
Music Event Alert For: TONE DEF’S ‘Punk Rock Karaoke’ @ The Good Hurt….Pre-Thanksgiving Special: ‘Ramones Tribute’ all night.. Good Stuff..!! ‘The Dude’ says..Go..!! Have fun before you hate yourself for eating too much the next day ,and then feel like … Continue reading
Posted in Miscellanious
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Bimbo to the Rescue! Mexican Bakery May Save the Twinkie from Extinction
Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest bread baker, might hold the key to saving the Twinkie from extinction in the liquidation of the Hostess (R) Brand Company. Although other companies have shown interest in buying some of Hostess’ iconic brands, Bimbo … Continue reading
Posted in Food, News & Sports
Tagged Bimbo Bakeries, Daniel Servitje Montull., Hostess Brands, Twinkies
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