L.A. River Kayaking: Not Yet An Olympic Sport (Video)

But it is a fun one.

L.A. Kings Team to Throw Out First Pitch at Dodger Stadium

The players will bring the Stanley Cup to the stadium to take a team picture with the Dodgers one day before a downtown victory parade. Echo Park - Silver Lake Patch will be there.

Fantasy Regatta Set for Silver Lake Reservoir

Local artist Wowzy has been imagining events for the Silver Lake Reservoir and promoting them around town. This is the poster for his latest, set for May 31.

Cyclists Complain About 'Speed Racers' on L.A. River Path

Regulars on the well-traveled path have a message for the speedsters: Slow down!

Metro Bike Week: Bike to Work Day Is Thursday

Safety and snack stops around the city will include Silver Lake's "Polka Dot Plaza."

Mother's Day at Dodger Stadium

Dodger players' moms (and wives) will throw the ceremonial first pitch on Sunday.

Councilman Suggests Baseball in Griffith Park

The concept is that parents from the area wouldn't have to drive to Hancock Park or Toluca Lake.

Cinco de Mayo Street Game Will Educate About the City

The Journey to the End of the NIght will bring contestants of all ages through city streets in a kind of treasure hunt tag game. The route is secret but it will begin at the Rio de Los Angeles State Park at 6:30 p.m on May 5.

Sold Out: 1st Annual L.A. River 'Fun Run'

Organizers closed registration Wednesday after reaching capacity. The four-mile route will take runners south from Los Feliz Boulevard and back along the river's bike path on May 6.

Silver Lake Reservoir Surf Contest Wows 'Em

Local artist and surfer Wowzy put up posters advertising what for some would be the ultimate fantasy sports event. Almost as soon locals started ripping them down for souvenirs.

Airborne Toxic Event to Perform National Anthem at Dodger Stadium Saturday

The band, founded in Los Feliz, will sing just before the Dodgers play the Padres at 6:30 p.m.

Echo Park Is Equal Parts Indie & Hip-Hop (Guest Column)

Author William DIckerson reads from his new novel "No Alternative" Saturday, April 14, at Stories Books and Cafe.

Los Feliz Bookstore Showcases New Spin on Sportswriting

Top "Grantland" writers packed the house for a reading Tuesday at Skylight Books in Los Feliz. The publication is based in Downtown LA.

Opening Day 2012 Update: Vin to Stay Home

Gary Leonard sent us this photo from inside Dodger Stadium, where the word is that Vin Scully has a bad cold and will miss the game.

Hipsters in Hats, Errrr, Dodger Caps

Your editor has noticed an increased predilection for Dodgerwear among Echo Park-Silver Lake's cognoscenti. How about you?

LA Marathon: Video from Echo Park 10K Mark

Check out this video highlight from our live stream Sunday morning on Park Avenue in Echo Park, the official 10K mark of the LA Marathon--and, arguably, the steepest climb the runners faced.

Photo for a Rainy Day: Echo Park Shallow Pool is Dry

Carrie Worthen snapped this picture of the kiddie pool over the weekend.

Saber, Shepard Fairey to Discuss New Mural Ordinance

Saber joins artist Shepard Fairey for a talk Tuesday downtown about changes to the city's mural laws. Council district reps Jan Perry and Jose Huizar will also participate.

Digging up the Dirt at Dodger Stadium (Timelapse Video)

1.5 million pounds of dirt have been dumped on the field to ready it for motorcyle and truck competitions. Watch the video of the transformation.

Patch's Poll: Most Popular Dog Names Of 2011

Post a photo of your “Buddy,” “Max,” “Daisy,” “Bella,” or “Lucy”

6 Ways to Stay Fit Over the Holidays

Has holiday gluttony already set in? Get in check with these tips for staying fit and healthy over the holidays from trainer Brandon Williams.

Beard and Moustache Contest Judging Tuesday

The deadline for entering the contest is 6 p.m.

Video: Biking the L.A. River Bottom from Fletcher to Los Feliz

Blogger Will Campbell rides north from Fletcher Drive on the L.A.River bed in this time-lapse video.

Corralitas Rail Path: A Green Gem Near the 5 Freeway

The greenway snakes along the same path the Red Car once followed through the edge of Echo Park and Silver Lake.

Gallery: Silver Lake Howl-O-Ween Doggie Costume Contest Winners

Contestants and fans crammed the Silver Lake Dog Park Sunday to compete in the 4th annual competition.

Last Minute Costume Ideas for Halloween

Easy, inexpensive ways to keep up with the party people this Halloween.

Brian Stow Could Share Blame for His Beating, Says Dodger Attorney

An attorney for the Dodgers told ESPN Los Angeles that it takes "two to tango" and will ask jurors to allocate blame for the beating.

New Park on L.A. River Needs Cash

City council district 1 representative Ed Reyes, L.A. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and long-time river advocate Lewis McAdams showed up Thursday to help finish the demolition of the former Albion Dairy in Lincoln Heights.

A History of LA Baseball Stadiums

How Chavez Ravine became Dodger Stadium is just one of the legends explored in this beautiful historical essay from KCET.

Sign Ups Slow for Echo Park Youth Soccer League

Unless the pace picks up, the Rec Center could have to cancel its season.

Stitch and Pitch Friday Night at Dodgers

About 200 needlepoint, crochet and knitting fans are expected to attend the game against the Houston Astros.

Hitmen Fall Short in Soccer Final

Hollywood United loses 3-2 in the Nation Premier Soccer League championship game.

Hollywood United on Verge of Soccer Title

The Hitmen will play for the National Premier Soccer League crown Saturday.

Silver Lake Cyclists Outrun Jet Blue Plane

The six elite riders from the Monday night bike crew hit the Lighthouse at the Shoreline Aquatic Park in Long Beach just after noon Saturday. The flight they were racing was still in the air.

Video: Founder of 'Mark Cuban Save the Dodgers' On McCourts, Social Media, More

We caught up with Roger Arrieta on Saturday in Echo Park , where he'd organized a rally outside Dodger Stadium.

2011 Dragon Boat Races Cancelled

But the Lotus Festival looks to go on as scheduled.

UCLA Bruins: A Cross-Town Option for Your Baseball Jones

UCLA's baseball team kicks off NCAA Tournament play Friday. The Bruins finished second in the College World series in 2010.

Echo Park Celebrates National Running Day

Runners, what are your plans?

These Three Hot Bike Shops Won't Deflate Your Wallet

We wrap up Bike Week LA with a look at three nearby bike shops.

Map: Reopened Areas of Angeles National Forest

Here is a guide to the increased access to the Forest starting May 16.