After a two-year hiatus, DJ Jingles and the gang is back to spread some holiday cheer! Mike Ziemkowski, long time Sherman Oaks resident and Emmy award winning video editor, is the creative genius behind this amazing light display on Longview Valley Road. Originally from a small town in Saint John, Indiana, his childhood was filled with the magic of the
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In today’s Meet The 818 Interview, Hector Perez-Roman, host and Executive Producer of Valley Views, talks about community building, connecting with others, and spreading positivity through highlighting other’s stories. Valley Views focuses on stories of people, organizations, businesses and social movements with a positive impact on the San Fernando Valley & beyond—through deep and fun discussions at the intersectionality of
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Breakfast burritos all day, every day is one of the best things about this iconic establishment. That and having the same commitment to serving quality hotdogs for almost 60 years. Of course, we’re talking about the one and only Flooky’s in Woodland Hills. Located in a strip mall on Victory and Variel, this family owned and operated business continues to
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It’s the oldest children’s choir in the San Fernando Valley, 50 years old to be exact. Every night after Thanksgiving, you can hear them caroling on the corner of Mariota and Moorpark, at Lilley Hall, a two-story Tudor Revival home built in 1927. Lilley Hall was named after Joseph J. Lilley, the former music director for Paramount Studios as well
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You work in Woodland Hills and you have 15 minutes to kill before you need to clock in for work. What do you do with that extra time? Pass by Blinkie’s and snag a black-and-white donut–the perfect donut for those who can’t choose between a chocolate or vanilla glaze—and maybe if you’re feeling generous that day grab a couple of
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It’s a surprise to some that Dan’s Super Subs is not owned by someone named Dan. Instead, it is owned by the Halici brothers, Herman and Jack. In 1980, Herman bought the sandwich shop from a gentleman named Dan who sold it after being in business for a year. They kept the name for economical reasons, since they were still
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In today’s Meet The (818) Interview, business partners, best buddies, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Brandon Shindo and Kaelly Arellano share the story behind their group practice, K & B Therapy, located in Sherman Oaks. They chat about opening their business during the pandemic, the importance of mental health, and their own unique approach to therapy. This dynamic duo
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In today’s Meet the (818) Interview, Andy Zaldivar, best known as Double A, the creator and host of Profile Pod TV, shares the beginnings and the evolution of his podcast. We chat about shinning a spotlight on people making waves and impacting their communities in a positive way. He talks about the successes and the growth he’s experienced both personally
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On June 28th, the Burbank Chamber of Commerce and the City of Burbank partnered up with ChowDown! Burbank for a 90-day campaign to promote participating restaurants and diners for FREE. Diners who photograph themselves eating at participating Burbank restaurants and establishments are entered to win amazing prizes at no cost to the businesses themselves. Today is your last chance to
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On today’s Meet The (818) Interview, the husband and wife team of Nova Zeevi-Ylagan and Christian Ylagan talk about their fitness journey, body transformations and entering body building competitions. Working out and fitness have been a huge part of their lives, but it wasn’t until both of them joined their current gym, TruFit Bootcamp in Lake Balboa did they take
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Who’s ready for the weekend? I know I am! Check out what’s going on in the San Fernando Valley this weekend. Come out and support some or all of these amazing events! Friday, September 24: Trivia Night at Café Aficionado: Join Dustin Staats of Board Gaming with Education as he brings back the first Trivia Night in almost two years
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San Fernando Valley realtor and media influencer, Nestor Aguilar, known to many as The 818 Insider, wanted to bring something special to the San Fernando Valley by bringing together and showcasing local businesses in one huge event. After months of planning, preparation, sweat, and maybe some tears, his idea became a reality last Saturday, August 28th. Teaming up with the
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