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Hey there, Beverly Hills! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How much faster will Beverly Hills commutes be on Metro's new D Line?
  • Why a Beverly Hills press conference is central to the Swalwell probe

Also on today's calendar: LA Dancefit Open House and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Record-breaking heat, with a high of 92 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Toasty conditions, temps: high: 92, low: 70.
  • Tuesday: Record-breaking temperatures, with a high of 91 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• LA Metro Rail Expansion Giving Commuters Another Choice (mycnr.com) — Beverly Hills commuters are getting a faster option as LA Metro's D Line Extension pushes heavy rail under Wilshire, linking Koreatown, Miracle Mile, Beverly Hills, Century City and Westwood by 2027. The nine‑mile, $9.3 billion project has already opened its first section and is expected to cut some one‑hour car commutes down to a 30‑minute train ride.
   

• Eric Swalwell accuser's rep 'caught off guard' by FBI raid as probe escalates at lightning speed (nypost.com) — A woman who accused former congressman Eric Swalwell of sexual assault previously held a high-profile news conference in Beverly Hills, and her lawyer now says they were surprised by a fast-moving FBI probe. Federal agents recently seized Swalwell's devices, while the accuser continues working with Los Angeles County authorities. Beverly Hills residents may recall the local press event that helped bring this case to wider attention.
   


📸 Around Beverly Hills

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Beverly Hills

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    Wednesday August 26
  • California Commercial Real Estate Outlook: Insights from the UCLA Anderson Forecast Real Estate Survey
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce Allen Matkins 1901 Avenue of the Stars
    11:30 am
  • Thursday August 27
  • Century City Farmer's Market
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce 2029 Century Park E #4392, Los Angeles, CA 90067
    10:00 am
  • Ready or Not: Gain the AI Advantage Before Your Rivals Do
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce Armanino Century City 2121 Avenue of the Stars, 15th Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067
    4:00 pm
  • Insights From the C-Suite
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce 2029 Century Park E #4392, Los Angeles, CA 90067
    5:30 pm
  • Friday August 28
  • Link Up | Sunset Rooftop Padel
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce Padel Up @ Westfield Century City
    6:00 pm
  • Sunday August 30
  • LA Dancefit Open House
    LA Dancefit Studio, 10936 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles
    1:30 pm
  • Wednesday September 2
  • Board of Directors Meeting
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce 2029 Century Park E #4392, Los Angeles, CA 90067
    12:00 pm
  • Thursday September 3
  • Century City Farmer's Market
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce 2029 Century Park E #4392, Los Angeles, CA 90067
    10:00 am
  • Saturday September 5
  • ABOVE HOLLYWOOD: Labor Day Weekend | Rooftop Pool Party
    Montrose at Beverly Hills, 900 Hammond St, West Hollywood
    3:00 pm
  • Saturday September 12
  • LA Dancefit DANCE TEAMS 2026
    LA Dancefit
    12:00 pm
  • Emmys Weekend: Red Carpet Gala & Pre-Party
    White Rabbit Sky Lounge, 8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood
    9:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Sunday August 23
  • LA Jazz Festival – Jazz on the Beach - Day 2
    Dockweiler Beach, 12000 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey
    10:00 am
  • Monday August 24
  • Recoding the Codex: Cultural Heritage Through Language
    Brand Library and Art Center Glendale Central Library -
  • "Gentle Giants" by Raphaele Cohen-Bacry
    Brand Library and Art Center Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station -
  • Back Alley Painters
    Brand Library and Art Center Montrose Library -
    11:00 am

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.


 

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Maybourne Beverly Hills posted a job opening for In-Room Dining Busser in Beverly Hills. Apply here.
  • Whole Foods posted a job opening for Sanitation Team Member (Cleaner, Housekeeping, Custodial) - Full Time in Beverly Hills. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Beverly Hills here.

🗞 Nearby News

West Hollywood

  • Corston Architecture Brings British Design to West Hollywood With New Flagship Showroom (ladigs.com)
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  • After Viral Confrontation, Maga Influencer Ryley Niemi Returns to West Hollywood (wehotimes.com)

Los Angeles

  • Melbourne Gets Ready for NFL History as Los Angeles Rams Unveil Exciting Fan Experiences (blogspot.com)

Santa Monica

  • Santa Monica Police Officer Fatally Shoots Allegedly Knife-Wielding Suspect (patch.com)
  • Knife-Wielding Man Shot, Killed By Police In Santa Monica, Police Say (patch.com)

Ok Beverly Hills! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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