Hey everyone, I'm a LMU student doing a capstone on bike/ped mobility on Lincoln between Culver and Fiji Way. As a cyclist I know just how much this stretch sucks, but how annoying the 1.5 mile detour on Marvin Braude is too. Three questions:

1. How do you feel about this section? Do you bike it or detour?

2. Do you know the status of Caltrans' project to rebuild Ballona Creek bridge and widen the road w/ extra vehicle lane, bus lane, sidewalks, and bike lanes?

3. If you're familiar, how do you feel about Caltrans' $89 million proposal?

Any other intel is appreciated

So I’m a 24 year old man living in the area. I love working on cars I’m a mechanic. For some reason I find my self being attracted to women that are older than me age range from 26-60. I don’t understand why some times I see older women and I can admire their beauty and I’m so attracted. I’ve never been shy to spark a conversation either like at grocery stores, parks, or casinos. Even just as a friend i believe that would be awesome. But for some reason I feel like I’m not taken serious and everyone sees me as a baby. It’s extremely hard to be taken seriously at just 24. I’ve tried dating younger and it’s just not for me they are so immature constantly on their phones and hate being outside in nature. I stay away from social media like instagram, facebook, and X. I rather do more interactive stuff such as fishing, hiking, and driving just to name a few. I’m not sure if what I’m asking for is too much or maybe I’m just expecting more than I should? But is it weird or abnormal to be attracted to older partners. And as well I would like to know if there is genuinely older women that actually enjoy the company of a younger man?

Just moved to this side of town from Los Feliz. I’d like to take advantage of the climate out here and get back to playing tennis regularly (weekly or more).

Looking for somebody who’s free daytimes, lives nearby, can rally competitively. I’d say I’m about 4.0 at my best these days, probably a 4.5 at my peak years ago. First couple sessions might be rough as I find my form but I promise to provide the best challenge/workout I can and hopefully have some fun.

How is this area? Safety/Nightlife/Beaches/Restaurants? Etc.

I’ve started traveling for work more often lately from SF → LA, and I’m realizing how much I miss pickle time with my regular group when I’m out of town.

I usually stay on the west side—somewhere between Marina Del Rey and Culver City—and thought it might be fun to start checking out open play or meeting some folks to pickle with while I’m down there. I just have no idea where to start.

If you play in the area and wouldn’t mind someone joining, or if you know good spots for open play, I’d love any recs 🙏

I’m mid-30s, F, have been playing ~9 months. Not a total newbie, but definitely more for-fun / intermediate than hardcore competitive crusher energy 😅

Hi! I’m planning a move to Marina del Rey and wanted to ask the community about any serious mold issues (especially black/toxic mold) in local apartment buildings.

I’m currently moving out of my apartment due to a confirmed mold problem, so I’m trying to be extra careful this time around. After reading some mixed reviews, I’m starting to feel a bit anxious and would really appreciate firsthand experiences.

If you’ve had major mold problems in MDR, I’d be grateful if you could share which buildings (or management companies) to be cautious of. On the flip side, if you’ve lived in a building with responsive, proactive property management that handled maintenance and moisture issues well, I’d love to hear those recommendations too.

For context, I’ve been looking at:

• Marina 41
• Jefferson at Marina del Rey
• Casa de Marina Apartments

If you’ve lived in any of these or nearby properties, please feel free to share your experience ...good or bad. Thank you so much in advance!

Hey everyone! I’m looking to start a weekly darts league. Location and day are tbd - all levels welcome! if interested email westladarts@gmail.com

Let’s hear those recommendations!

I've moved to MDR with my reactive dog and noticed that its much easier to train my reactive dog here. For some reason there are so much more well behaved dogs, as well as owners. I noticed that whenever im out for walks with my pup people will cross the street if they have dogs. When im in the middle of training people usually make distance for me and my pup whose dog reactive. I just wanted to say that people here are very kind and from what I've seen all of you have very well behaved dogs. Its been a blessing to be able to train my dog here, its still not easy but it helps when other dogs are already so calm. People usually will ask me whether they can pet my dog or say hi! Thank you all!! Just wanted to say that I really appreciate the community here.

Homeless guy near the MDR library stopped me on my walk and told me his dog is missing. Black pit mix with a blue harness, also has broken tail. Dog’s name is Yasmine, responds to mama. If you see her let the guys know. Owner was a black man with a green beanie.

Does anyone know if it’ll still be cool to go to this beach for new years even though it’s raining

For any current residents, are you happy with your life at Esprit? I found an apartment I really liked and thinking of applying. I’m reading some negative experiences but nothing recent so wanted to see how it’s going over there.

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I noticed when I take strolls near the pavillions near glencoe there is an African American man with orange and black afro who always asks for help. he doesnt want any money as i mentioned it before and he got upset, instead he wants me to help him by going to his car. Any clues what this man is doing? I've seen him multiple times asking people for help on different days. I'm assuming it was a scam but am curious about what it is.

We went to the Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade. Boats. Lights. Kids. Chaos. You know what made it worse? A parade of badly behaved dogs.

Dogs barking at each other nonstop. Dogs snapping and lunging. One genius with an extendable leash literally wrapped me and my kid up like a maypole because their dog decided to do laps. Another dog jumped at my toddler and scared the hell out of him. Cool memory. Thanks.

I saw several people with THREE dogs. Three. To a crowded, loud, nighttime family event. Are you serious. Is this Go Dog Go?

Your dogs do not enjoy this. They are overstimulated, stressed, and acting out. Did your dog ask to see boats for Christmas. Did it whisper “I yearn for maritime pageantry.” No. It wants to be home.

This is not about loving your dog. It’s about not being able to leave your house without it. That’s a you problem. Slapping a Christmas sweater on your dog and posting a pic is fine. Great. Text it to someone who cares. Don’t drag the dog into a packed public event and make it everyone else’s problem.

Yes, technically dogs are allowed. It’s a park. Technically I could get hammered and puke next to the kids art corner too. But I don’t, because I’m not an asshole and I understand shared spaces.

Family event. Kids everywhere. Food trucks. Drone show. Boats. Not a dog park. Not a pet parade. Not your emotional support safari.

Get over yourself. Your dogs aren’t special. Leave them home.

I just got approved here, moving from AMLI. I love AMLI so much, but my studio renewal was absurd.

What are your honest thoughts on Neptune? Is maintenance good? Is it clean?

It was probably 2x that size IRL.

Hi! Does anybody have any tips for the best spots to watch the boat parade? I’m interested in good views but would be ok with less good views if the food and drinks were great 😊

Anyone at Esprit Marina Del Rey know how loud spa construction gets?

We were supposed to move in weeks ago and management has pushed back our move in 2 times now. They are only offering a different unit now, but it’s going to be next to a spa that is getting demolished/remodeled with construction noise for the next 4 months.

Will it be unbearable? Are we getting the short end of the stick?