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In today's newsletter:
- How will Culver City's new delivery robots change your neighborhood?
- Think you know Culver City? These must-visit spots may surprise you.
- How did Culver City film students conquer festivals across the country?
Also on today's calendar: Ivy Station Salsa Night and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 82, low: 67.
- Thursday: Humid, with a high of 83 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. City Approves Pilot Program for Delivery Robots (culvercitycrossroads.com) — Culver City has approved a one-year pilot program allowing low-speed delivery robots to operate on local streets, following a City Council vote on August 10. The program will test short-distance robotic deliveries while emphasizing strict data-use rules and evaluating impacts on traffic, sustainability, and neighborhood convenience. Two companies, Coco and Serve Robotics, are expected to participate. 
2. Things to Do in L.A.'s Culver City (visitcalifornia.com) — If you're planning a day or weekend in Culver City, this guide walks you through local landmarks, restaurants, shops, and hotels centered around the walkable downtown core. It highlights spots like the Culver Steps, Culver Hotel, Culver City Stairs, and Metro E Line access, helping both residents and visitors rediscover what's in their own backyard.
3. AVPA Film Students Earn Record-Breaking Film Festival Success (culvercitycrossroads.com) — Culver City High School's AVPA/CTE Film students just wrapped their most successful year ever, earning more than 20 film festival acceptances nationwide. Local teens brought home major awards, national recognition, and multiple selections to top festivals, showcasing the strength of Culver City's arts education and industry partnerships with groups like Sony Pictures and the Culver City Education Foundation.
4. 2026 – Official Rules for Evening Contest – Alison Krauss & Union Station 8.29.26 (kabc.com) — Local radio station KABC lists its Culver City office on Lindblade Street as the place to request full rules for a short-term contest running this week. Listeners can win tickets to an Alison Krauss & Union Station show by being the designated caller during the weekday evening contest window and meeting eligibility requirements.
5. L-Nutra Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in Prolon Brand Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread (fda.gov) — A Culver City–based company, L-Nutra, has recalled a specific lot of its Prolon Apulian Almond & Cocoa Spread after tests found undeclared cashew, pistachio, and hazelnut, posing a serious risk to people with nut allergies. The affected 8.47oz jars, lot L2755 with a January 2, 2027 expiration date, were sold through ProlonLife.com, and customers are urged to stop using them and arrange a return.
📸 Around Culver City
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Culver City
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★ Featured events ★
- SuperSets Comedy →
Village Well Books & Coffee, 9900 Culver Blvd #1b, Culver City
8:00 pm
Wednesday August 26
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Other local events
- Ivy Station Salsa Night →
Ivy Station, 8840 National Blvd, Culver City
6:30 pm - Los Angeles Kids Book Festival →
West Hollywood Park, 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood
9:00 am - AVPA Info Night - Frost Auditorium
Culver City High School Culver City, CA 90230
7:00 pm - AVID College Night
Culver City High School Culver City, CA 90230
4:00 pm - Make-Up Pictures
Culver City Middle School Culver City, CA 90230
8:15 am - Principal Coffee at the Culver Steps (after morning Drop off)
Linwood E. Howe Elementary School Culver Steps
8:45 am - Romance Reader Movie Night: Pride & Prejudice →
Ivy Station, 8840 National Blvd, Culver City
6:00 pm - Real Estate Investing Boot Camp →
IMAN Cultural Center, 3376 Motor Ave, Los Angeles
9:00 am - Dog Man - The Musical →
Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City
11:00 am
Friday August 21
Sunday August 23
Monday August 24
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
Saturday September 12
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Teacher Preparation Day - Student Free Day
District PDF Hawthorne, CA 90250
12:00 pm - Ice Cream Social
Kornblum Hawthorne, CA 90250
2:30 pm - First Day of School 2026-2027
York Hawthorne, CA 90250 - Kornblum First Day of School
Kornblum Hawthorne, CA 90250
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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- Five Guys Enterprises, LLC posted a job opening for Crew Member - 1250 in Culver City. Apply here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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