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June 2, 2014 
Please join us on June 12 at the the historic Los Angeles Theater for our annual APA Los Angeles Awards Gala! We are thrilled to be honoring 28 stellar projects and people that represent the best of Los Angeles planning. If you haven't purchased your tickets or signed up for one of the tours being offered, please do so today. We're looking forward to celebrating another year of great planning with you!
 
Marissa Aho, AICP
Section Director
APA Awards June 12 with Pre-Gala Tours!
 

2014 APA LA Awards Gala

The Historic Los Angeles Theater

Thursday, June 12

5 PM-midnight

615 S. Broadway

$25 students / $45 members / $55 non-members

 

APA LA is holding its annual Awards Ceremony to recognize outstanding planning achievements by individuals, cities, and firms. Each year we honor efforts that contribute to innovative or exceptional planning for the physical environment. Winners are eligible for awards at the State and National levels. 

 
In addition to celebrating the best of Planning in Los Angeles at the awards gala, we will also celebrate some of LA's best food and drink!
 
 
Angel City Brewery, which specializes in old-world, small-batch, craftbrewing, is the official beverage sponsor of the event and will provide a selection of their fine craft beers at the event.
 
 
      
                      
Peddler's Creamery, a Main Street business producing high quality artisan bicycle-
churned organic dairy and non-dairy ice cream, will sustainably satisfy the sweet tooth for event guests.
 
 
                                
Taste of Pace, a full service catering company based in Downtown Los Angeles specializing Western Eurpean Cuisine with international elements utilizing seasonal and local ingredients, is the official food sponsor of the 2014 APA LA Awards and will provide a sumptuous spread of hors d'oeuvres during the event.
 
 
Upcoming Events

APA PRESENTS

Pre-Awards Downtown Tours

June 7 and June 12

Times/costs vary

 

As part of our awards program, we are pleased to offer pre-gala tours highlighting the gorgeous Los Angeles Theater, the revitalizing Broadway corridor, and landmarks of the Historic Core! See below for details.


Downtown's Lost Subway Terminal and Grand Central Market
Saturday, June 7
10 AM-12:30 PM
$10 - APA members only - LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING
This exclusive tour for APA members and their guests will explore the long-dormant subway tunnels running under the 1925 Subway Terminal Building, now Forest City's Metro 417. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see LA's original subway station! After we explore LA's depths, we'll resurface for a tour of the historic but newly revamped Grand Central Market.

 

Bringing Back Broadway Tour
Thursday, June 12, 5-5:30 PM
Before heading into the Los Angeles Theater to enjoy the awards gala, join representatives of the City and the Los Angeles Streetcar for a brief walking tour that will include discussion of ongoing efforts to revitalize one of downtown LA's great streets.

 

Behind the Scenes of the Los Angeles Theater
Thursday, June 12, 5:30 PM, 6 PM and 6:30 PM
Docents from the Los Angeles Conservancy will lead a behind-the-scenes tour of our lavish awards venue, providing insight into the theater's history and architectural features. Tours will depart from the lobby every half-hour from 5:30 to 6:30 PM.

APA PRESENTS

Summer in the City: Inglewood

Saturday, June 21

10 AM-1 PM

FREE, RSVP required



"Summer in the City" is a new series that will introduce APA LA's members to the latest innovative, proactive planning in cities around the Los Angeles region. Between June and September, we'll visit several cities whose staff will lead tours, site visits, and presentations that showcase their planning and community development efforts.

On June 21, we'll be kicking off the series in Inglewood. From the newly-renovated Forum and the soon-to-be redeveloped Hollywood Park, to a progressive Energy and Climate Action Plan and the new Crenshaw Line, there's a lot going on in Inglewood. Come explore it with us! Transportation will be provided to sites that may include:
  • The future downtown Inglewood light rail station
  • Hollywood Park
  • The Forum
  • A a complex of work/live art studios

DWELL MAGAZINE PRESENTS

Dwell on Design

June 20-22

Los Angeles Convention Center

Cost varies; get tickets here

 

 

 

Curated by the editors of Dwell Magazine, Dwell on Design is America's largest design event with over 90 onstage programs and continuing education opportunities. During this exciting three-day celebration, explore the latest design trends, attend thought provoking conversations including a discussion series on sustainable design and urban planning in Southern California, network with industry leaders and more!

 

Learn about all of the speakers and exhibitors and get tickets here.

APA PRESENTS

Summer in the City: Duarte

Saturday, July 26

9:30 AM-12 PM

Details TBD




"Summer in the City" is a new series that will introduce APA LA's members to the latest innovative, proactive planning in cities around the Los Angeles region. Between June and September, we'll visit several cities whose staff will lead tours, site visits, and presentations that showcase their planning and community development efforts.

On July 26, the second in the series will take us to Duarte. From the Duarte Station Specific Plan to the City of Hope campus, come see what's going on in this San Gabriel Valley city! Details to be announced.
Announcements

AICP Exam Registration Open Through July 24

 

The application window for the November 2014 AICP Comprehensive Planning exam opens on June 3. Click here fpr complete information.
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