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This might be the first week in a long time that the calendar doesn't have a bike ride (note: ride added!). Are we missing something? Let us know...

Come explore the history and architecture of the Golden Age of Hollywood with Walking Ambassador JJ Hoffman. Whitley Heights was designed by the Grandfather of Hollywood Hobart Whitley specifically for Hollywood’s most glamorous residents. Stars like Rudolph Valentino, Barbara LaMarr, Maurice Chevalier, and Betty Davis lived there. The homes are all in a Spanish style, yet no two floor plans are exactly alike. The gardens are also unique. Whitley was meticulous and gave each home its own view and made fantastic use of the space.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA DRIVERS –  MAKE “I GIVE 3 FT” YOUR NEW BICYCLE SAFETY MANTRA    WHAT:    The “Three-Feet-for-Safety Act” legally mandates that California motorists give bicyclists at least three feet of space when passing them on the road and also provides a way for law enforcement to enforce safe passing. Bill author, state Assemblymember Steven Bradford, Los Angeles … Continued

At 7 p.m. this evening, cyclists will be pedaling to the County District Attorney's Office for a vigil honoring Milt Olin. Olin is the cyclist killed by Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy Andrew Wood while cycling legally in a bicycle lane along Mulholland Highway in Calabasas on the afternoon of December 8th.

It's a short week, but the things that are on the calendar are all major events, starting with the Milt Olin advocacy ride.

Train enthusiasts, history buffs and those wanting to learn about Southern California's railway history are welcome to attend Fall Railroadiana Swap Meet at the Orange Empire Railway Museum in Perris.

Join CicLAvia Explores for a journey through the historic Broadway Theater District in downtown Los Angeles in anticipation of the October CicLAvia - Heart of LA route.