Runyon Canyon Hike

On October 18th, 2014, Aluisio led a group of 12 LSI students from Downtown LA and their friends on a hike through Runyon Canyon Park.

We met at LSI around 2pm, took the red line metro at Wilshire/Vermont and got off at the Hollywood/Highland station. From there, we walked to Runyon Canyon Park (2001 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046).

The park is located in the far east end of the Santa Monica Mountains, just west of the Hollywood Sign and with amazing views of the Los Angeles landscape, the Hollywood Hills and Mulholland Drive. We hiked up and down both east and west hills on the Canyon.

I often go there on my own as the Park is at a walking distance from my place. It was the students’ (and their friends’) first time there. We all had a great time, and plan on going back. @LSILA

          By Aluisio Leite 

Universal Studios

      "We went to Universal Studios on September 22, 2014. It was very fun and we took all the rides because it was Monday. Jason was very nice. I lost something important when we took the King Kong ride and he helped me find it."  

Lin, Shu-Yu @LSINE

      

   "What a wonderful day in Universal Studios. Jason took us to try all the facilities. I have been there many times, but I still feel happy because we all had a good time and a different experience together."

Wu, Po-Yi (Level 5) @LSINE

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Bowling Night

On Friday, September 5th, several LSI students joined the LSI teacher Caroline Leva for some late night bowling and billiards fun at the Shatto 39 Lanes. Everyone had a blast! A total of 40 students came to the event. Some invited their friends along to enjoy as well. We were everywhere at the Shatto Lanes :) It was great energy and lots of laughs all throughout.  @LSILA

                            See all the pictures and join us next time!

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Beach Party & Volleyball Tournament

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        LSI’s Beach Party is one of the biggest events of the year for students excited about experiencing an unforgettable summer in beautiful Southern California! This year, LSI decided to try something new and changed this exciting party to a new location, the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica, one of LA’s best kept secrets! Located near the iconic Santa Monica Pier, this year’s party was full of new things to see and do.  

 @LSINE

      Everything kicked off with the volleyball tournament in some intense and exciting matches. LSI OC came out on top, above all others, winning every match. The LSI staff worked relentlessly to make sure everyone had food, great customer service, and tons of fun. The ice bucket challenge raised $165 for ALS and the strange foods competition served to illuminate the facility with student cheers of excitement, drawing in the public with energetic curiosity. The strong tides roughed up students in the beach games, providing entertainment for all onlookers. The tug-of-war title was taken again by LSI Downtown, adding another title to their massive collection.  

 @LSISB

       Other beach games included filling a large bucket with sea water or fetching a stick in the wave break and bringing it back to the sand finish line.  Students and staff took advantage of the canopies, pool, restaurant, and courtyard umbrella tables in full force. The new facility made things much more convenient for people in many ways, and the view didn't hurt either. The change of location provided a new possibility for parties to come. We all look forward to next year's beach party and hope everyone had an unforgettable experience! 

 @LSILA

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Sunday L.A. Tour in Vintage Cars

On Sunday, August 10th, LSI teacher John, a member of the San Fernando Valley Model A Club, grabbed three of his fellow club members and their cars and took 10 LSI students on a tour of Griffith Park, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills in vintage 1928-1931 Fords. A parade of four vintage autos is quite a sight on the streets of Los Angeles, so people were waving, yelling, honking, and taking pictures all along our route. The high point in the trip was a stop at the iconic Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills, a vintage 1927 building. The day ended with dinner at Souplantation across from the Beverly Center. As one student put it, "There's no better way to cruise Sunset Blvd...in the rumble seat of a 1930 Ford Deluxe Coupe. @LSILA

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Discover L.A.: The Melrose Trading Post

The Melrose Trading Post, a Sunday flea market, is a perfect place to search for just the right treasures to sit on an end table. Located at Fairfax High School, the antiques and collectibles flea market features more than 200 vendors and a food court where you can re-fuel during your shopping excursion. In addition, market shoppers can enjoy live music. It’s a great place to shop for gifts or things to decorate your apartment. Market hours are 9am to 5pm, and get there a little early to find parking. Also, make sure to carry cash as most vendors might not accept credit/ debit cards.

Taken from our monthly e-Newsletter

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