Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Download Your Patch Mobile App: New for Android and iPhone!

The place you call home — and the latest news and happenings you need to know — is now in the palm of your hand.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

West Side Blogs: Engines in Oceans and Festival Snubs

Here's what you wrote—and read—this week.

Where to Watch Fireworks for Fourth of July in L.A. County

Use our map to find Fourth of July fireworks display near you. Fireworks in L.A. County start Saturday June 29. Blue markers.are before July 4, red on the Fourth and white are after.

Carmageddon II: Important Info About 405 Closure

What is Carmageddon and why does the freeway close?

Top 10 Must-See Endeavour Photos, Videos

Patch readers from all over the Southland contributed stellar shots of the space shuttle Endeavour. See the highlights here.

Big Lebowski Venice Bungalow Complex Sold

The court was on the market for more than a year.

How Much Do Venice Residents Give to Charity?

New study details giving by ZIP Code and finds areas with more GOP voters are more likely to support charities.

LAPD Summer Carnival this Weekend on Windward Circle in Venice

Up to 15,000 people are expected per day at the three-day LAPD West Bureau Summer Carnival this weekend on Windward Circle in Venice.

Austin the 'Fly N Lion' Reunited with Owner; Back in Venice

Austin the "Fly N Lion" is reunited with owner Johnny Mitchell after disappearing in December 2010 from Venice.

Funeral Services Friday for Duncan in Venice; Donations Sought

The Boys & Girls Club of Venice is accepting food, drink and financial donations to help with the funeral and reception of Oscar Duncan, a former "Youth of the Year" with the club.

Hinano Cafe in Venice Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Hinano Cafe, which serves the locals' favorite burger, celebrates its 50th anniversary with burgers, drink specials and live music.

'Grease' Is the Word at Venice High School

Hundreds turn out for the second Grease-Sing-A-Long on the football field of Venice High School, which doubled as Rydell High in the popular 1970s musical.

Memorial Day: Facts and Origins

Learn some things you might not have known about the holiday.

Venice Council to Hear Zipline Proposal for Venice Beach

A Canadian-based company is hoping to install a 750-foot zipline ride this summer on Venice Beach.

Venice Turns Out for Fire Station #63

The annual pancake breakfast to benefit Fire Station #63 in Venice is welcomed enthusiastically by the community.

Photo Gallery: Cinco de Mayo

Upload your Cinco de Mayo photos to share with the Patch community.

Upcoming Emergency Preparedness Expo in Venice

The Venice Neighborhood Council is sponsoring a mini-emergency preparedness expo May 12 at the Venice Library.

Family-Friendly Fun at Inaugural Venice Beach Surf and Skate Fest

The Venice Beach Surf and Skate Fest raised money for the Boys & Girls Club of Venice during a family-friendly event that included live music and beer.

Pet of the Week Diamond Needs A New Home

Diamond is a real gem and needs a permanent home.

Whole Foods-West L.A. To Donate 5 Percent of Sales to Friends of Historic Fire Station 62

A newly formed non-profit group wants to turn the closed Historic Fire Station 62 in Mar Vista into a community center.

Where Is the Worst Traffic Intersection in Venice-Mar Vista?

Help us find the worst street interchange in the area.

Mar Vista Council Changes Bylaws Following Election Dispute

The board also approves funding to help publicize upcoming community events in Mar Vista.

Week in Review: Ferris Wheel Proposal, Venice Record Holder, Pot Workers Unite

Here’s our recap of stories from the past week, so you can be up-to-date on all the local happenings.