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March 6, 2025 12:30 a.m.Dan Ostrander shares love of knowledge through trivia nights at Barney’s Beanery
This post was updated March 12 at 11:16 p.m.
Dan Ostrander is turning trivia into more than just a game.
Ostrander spends his Tuesday and Wednesday evenings in the nook next to the kitchen door at Barney’s Beanery in Westwood, where he hosts his weekly two- to three-hour trivia nights.
By Isabella Appell
Arts
Jan. 21, 2025 12:51 a.m.Rising artists: Winter projects are only tip of iceberg for these up-and-coming musicians
This post was updated Jan 22 at 7:52 p.m.
The spirit of New Year’s is still in the air, and so is the time for making fresh updates to playlists.
By Reid Sperisen, Chirag Tailor, Puja Anand, Isabella Appell, and Jade Wang-O'Shea
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Jan. 15, 2025 3:43 p.m.Book preview: Flurry of winter literary releases covers themes of identity, transformation
This post was updated Jan. 16 at 9:02 p.m.
As winter settles in with its crisp air and sparkling snow, a quiet magic weaves through the pages of new literary releases.
By Eleanor Meyers, Isabella Appell, Reid Sperisen, Amy Wong, and Sanjana Chadive
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Dec. 5, 2024 12:25 a.m.Alpha Gamma Omega’s Jesus Burgers builds community through faith and food
This post was updated Dec. 10 at 9:56 p.m.
Alpha Gamma Omega fraternity combines its love for faith and food in hopes of bringing the UCLA community together every other Thursday night.
By Isabella Appell
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Oct. 13, 2024 6:10 p.m.UCLA’s annual Westwood Block Party kickstarts school year, highlights community
UCLA hosted the annual Westwood Village Block Party with games, local food vendors and merchandise on Sept. 22.
The block party included activities such as a ferris wheel and a bounce house, while providing students with discounted food and merchandise from both UCLA and surrounding Westwood businesses.
By Isabella Appell
Arts
Sept. 23, 2024 1:07 p.m.Q&A: Tokyo Police Club guitarist Josh Hook on final tour, future projects
Tokyo Police Club is reflecting on the past two decades of music with one final tour.
The band – consisting of Dave Monks, Graham Wright, Greg Alsop and Josh Hook – was formed in Ontario, Canada.
By Isabella Appell
Arts
Sept. 20, 2024 9:08 p.m.Student-led production company Newland Pictures builds hands-on experience
Newland Pictures is uplifting student voices in a brand new way.
Founded in 2023, the student-run production company provides opportunities and guidance to those wanting to break into the film industry.
By Isabella Appell
Arts
May 30, 2024 11:03 p.m.And the beat goes on: Inside Spring Sing 2024’s virtual performances
This post was updated June 1 at 11:36 p.m.
Correction: The original version of this article incorrectly stated that 13 acts and the comedy troupe Company were meant to participate in Spring Sing.
By Rahaf Abumansour, Puja Anand, Isabella Appell, Leydi Cris Cobo Cordon, Izzy De Leon, Sydney Gaw, Davis Hoffman, Ruwani Jayasekara, Gavin Meichelbock, Natalie Ralston, Makayla Sandoval, Reid Sperisen, and Maya Vibhakar
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May 16, 2024 4:08 p.m.Lap Dog Music Group unleashes musical passion of up-and-coming student artists
This post was updated June 5 at 9:10 p.m.
Lap Dog Music Group is helping students find their footing in the music industry.
Founded in 2023, Lap Dog Music Group works with artists and repertoire, music curation and artist management.
By Isabella Appell
Arts
April 29, 2024 8:36 p.m.Restaurant review: The Poke Co. & Wings provides diverse, accessible option for Bruins
This post was updated May 12 at 8:13 p.m.
The Poke Co. & Wings is proving that opposites do attract.
Located in the same vicinity as Trader Joe’s and Ministry of Coffee, the restaurant opened April 5.
By Isabella Appell
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