By now most of you have heard about the opening of The Americana At Brand (otherwise known as TAAB) and I was able to finally spend an afternoon over there- I'll be reporting back soon. By the way, The Hudson is just 5 minutes away!

A couple other worthy blogs heading your way- seems Glendale has some of the finest wine bars in LA, so I started hitting a few, and while enjoying the Ercavio from Spain at The Red Carpet, I've been inspired to start a new category called "Wine and Dine." this should help you engage in some of the cool social stuff going on in the area, and find some of our local restaurants. Keep in mind I might venture outside of the greater Glendale area for eateries, but I have my faves and they are definitely worth a mention.

Finally, we are approaching our Adams Square Annual Street Fair (mid- June). Half a block up the street, the roads are closed off for food, fun, beer gardens, bands, rides- a cornucopia of delights! Stay tuned...

The Hudson is pleased to announce our Salon Series Seminars, a co-sponsorship with industry experts to demystify as much as we can about the realm of first-time home buying.

Our first seminar will be prsented by Steve Mass, President of President of National Credit League (NATCRL). Steve will present an informative 2 hour seminar on how to leverage your credit score for the best loan possible.

Get the inside scoop on how credit bureaus operate- did you know that paying off an old debt can actually lower your credit score? Hold tight until you learn the secrets and get on the path to homeownership with a mortgage you can live with! RSVP with John Calderon as 323-962-1000 ext. 220 or sign up on our website here.

When: This Wednesday, May 14th from 7-9pm

Where: THE WORKLOUNGE, located at 6600 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028, at the corner of Sunset Blvd. and Seward St., upstairs through the metal doors (Inside the 2-story Spanish Building on the SW corner).

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What can I say? Beautiful weather, chirping birds and a convenient time slot for the working class of America! Now you can really see what it feels like coming home to The Hudson! Hours: 6-8 pm, I can stay later if you call.

By now you probably know (from my blog of course!) that you buy your fresh caught seafood at the mall, get farm fresh eggs at the local hardware store, and if you want a really great duplicate key made that works first time, everytime, then you pay a visit to Serj at Tatev’s Alterations.

Actually, I’ve made no mention of Serj yet. He’s the purveyor of fine alterations- wedding gowns, prom dresses, leather jackets…you name it. But he also makes the best keys this side of the Mississippi. And he’s right across the street from our mini-park, ½ a block up the street.

I can’t really tell you exactly what he charges for a key, the price seems to change with his mood. But he’s always in a good mood and whatever you have jingling in your pocket will usually do. Now here’s the important part. When you first go into the shop, Serj more than likely won’t be around. You have to peek into the back and wake him up. He’s got his fave couch back there, and back there is where he enjoys his naps. Hey, I gotta give the guy credit- does your job have a couch in the back where you can take naps? The way I see it, this is just more character and diversity we get to enjoy at Adams Hill.

This city likes its high scores- safest neighborhoods, cleanest town, and now one of the top hospitals in the nation. Rating the top 50 out of 5,000 is another high score for the hometown, and just minutes from Adams Hill. Go ahead, enjoy Mario's pastrami a little more than you usually do- Glendale Memorial has a nationally recognized heart center! (read more)