Top Blogs on Patch: Tasty Weekend Events, a Plastic Bag Ban and More

The Local Voices section on Patch is where the community goes to share viewpoints and interesting happenings in the community each day. Check out some of the most interesting and popular blog posts in the Los Angeles County area for the week starting April 22.

Do you support or oppose a plastic bag ban in California?

The case for and against plastic bags struck a cord with blog readers this week. Cathy Browne, an employee in the plastics industry, shared her view that 2,000 jobs in California are dependent on the plastic bag and recycling industry and that information has been used to "demonize" its use. The blog post was among the most-commented this week! http://patch.com/B-dqwl

Andy Shrader published a blog post a day later pointing out why he believes it's essential to ban single-use plastic bags. You'll have to see his post for a view of "Playa Vista Garbage Patch." What a sight. http://patch.com/B-dqNx

Remembering Marineland of the Pacific

Maureen Megowan dug up her memories of Marineland, the primary tourist attraction for Rancho Palos Verdes from 1954 to 1986. The oceanarium was home to killer whales, tropical fish and water features. It's a great read for anyone interested in local history. Bonus points if you can name the 5-star resort that resides in Marineland's place. http://patch.com/B-dq0C

An Espresso Bar Where Everyone Knows Your Name

Joe Marchelewski vists Bob's Espresso Bar in the Noho Arts District to interview Robert Romanus, an actor turned coffee shop proprietor. Romanus, admits he's no expert at running a business, but had a vision to open up a shop focused on personal experience. http://patch.com/B-dqG5

Tasty Events Planned This Weekend

Deborah Pisaro encouraged readers to hit Barnsdall Art Park on Sunday for "The Taste of the Eastside." This annual event showcases the diverse food scene of the surrounding neighborhood. http://patch.com/B-dq1z

La Cañada's Jill Weinlein shared about the Pasadena restaurants participating in "LA Drinks to Boston." Participating restaurants will donate a portion of proceeds to www.onefundboston.org.  http://patch.com/A-3TrB

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