Brits in LA Weekly Newsletter Aug 28th 2015

Share Tweet Forward August 28th 2015   ADVERTISING SPACE AVAILABLE Facebook Twitter Website EDITOR'S LETTER Thank you to everyone who wrote in and told me where to buy Red Leicester cheese locally - it seems everywhere from Whole Foods to select Ralphs/Pavilions carry it.Ye Olde Kings Head in Santa Monica also have it in stock along with many other British cheeses. So that is one less thing for Craig to bring back from the UK for me! I quite fancy trying the 'Cornish Pasty Scotch Egg' that Tesco’s have just launched though (hint hint!) . Did you know that Marmite is the second most confiscated food item at London City Airport? Clever old Marmite cashed in on this recently published fact by issuing a 70g travel jar; which meets the official allowance standards for hand luggage. I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the confiscated food items at the airport are not wasted, but given to a local food bank - perhaps Marmite should consider donating a jar every time a travel size is purchased… or maybe the food bank recipients are rather relieved? Which camp are you in ‘Love It’ or ‘Hate It’? One of my favourite British imports which can’t be packed in to a suitcase has to be the music - there currently seems to be a great revival of old and a fantastic influx of new British bands playing in Los Angles this year - we have had visits from Spandau Ballet, Culture Club, The Rolling Stones, The Vamps and many more. If you are a music fan make sure to visit our Facebook page ( which can also be found via www.Britsin.LA ) as we have partnered up with concert promotor Goldenvoice. The Who, Motorhead, Rita Ora, Public Image Ltd, The English Beat and Paul Weller, are just a few of the acts that Brits in LA members have won tickets to recently. Next time it could be you… but you’ve got to be in it to win it! Big congratulations to our Pub Quiz at the Pikey winners this week, who were topically named “Wear Black for Cilla’ .  Our host Sandro Monetti awarded the runners up Disney prizes from his recent jaunt to D23 Disney Convention. Our next quiz is on September 8th - visit our website for all the info. We can even find a team for you if you are coming alone - it’s a great way to meet new people. As is our weekly Brit Breakfast Club presented with Air New Zealand. If you are planning to join us over the next few weeks please make sure to check our website first, as there will be a venue change.  Our usual home, Cecconi’s is having a bit of a revamp and will not be open weekday mornings (still open for lunch & dinner though!), so make sure to check in with us before you head over. Lastly a big shout out to those of you who have been doing your bit for the drought - Mayor Garcetti announced this week that we are surpassing our targets and water usage is down by 21% for this time of year, so keep up the good work. That means you too Tom Selleck! Cheers Eileen   Don't forget to support our advertisers when you can. They help keep Brits in LA free! We have worked hard at building some great relationships and deals for you all. If you would like to advertise with us, drop us a line here   Los Angeles County have set up a Conservation Hotline You can report your sightings of water wastage. Call 626-614-2536 or you can go online and fill out a form via this link www.amwater.com/caaw/page24265.html   Click here to like us on Facebook Click here to join Brits in LA Housing Click here to join Brits in LA Selling Pages Click here to join Brits in LA Job Opportunities Happy Birthday Rascal! Show your Key Fob for 15% off! DISCOUNTS AT MANY RESTAURANTS AROUND TOWN,  INCLUDING THE PIKEY, CECCONIS, HOT RED BUS, RASCALS, BIRCH and ALTERATIONS PLACE STITCH! BECOME A KEY MEMBER TODAY! Great discounts, free screenings & invitations to exclusive events not to mention a great way to support Brits in LA! Click here for more details   Congratulations to our friends The Janoskians. Their film Untold and Untrue was released this week and already hit the Number 1 spot!! Click here to download EVERY TUESDAY BRITS BREAKFAST Presented by Air New Zealand TEMPORARY VENUE CHANGE CLICK ON THE RSVP LINK FOR DETAILS RSVP Now just $15 including tax, tip and valet.  Be sure to stop by for your full English Breakfast cravings. DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUR FACEBOOK FOR YOUR AIR NEW ZEALAND DISCOUNTS NOW INCLUDING NEW ZEALAND AND AUSTRALIA!   Need a car for a month or longer? Don't want to pay the big brand car-rental prices? If you need a runaround to get from A to B, call Zoe at Express Rent-a-Car*. They have short or long term car renting (she occasionally sells used cars too).  7007 Canby Ave Reseda CA 91335 818-668-3052 -9am-5pm M-F  and Sat by appointment after hours service 818-429-7073    Or email her Expressrentacar4less@yahoo.com   Rates starting at $16.95 p/day Inc Taxes... She has helped many Brits in LA members. Also now doing airport transfers for $60** *These cars are not brand new luxury vehicles **Rates may vary depending on distance. MEET A MEMBER Do you fancy being featured as member of the week? Drop us a line here Click here to read about fellow Brits in LA members   PASSPORT ADVICE Make sure your passport is not about to expire before you book travel. Visit our blog for details on how to renew your passport. One of the most common questions we get is 'Where can I get UK passport pictures done?' Thanks to Brits in LA Member, Mario, we now have a pretty easy answer!   A simple (and very cheap!) solution to finding UK size passport photos since some places only do US style photos. Use your smartphone or digital camera to take a picture against a grey or beige background and then upload to a free website such as http://www.idphoto4you.com/, then order a print online at CVS etc. Total cost, 32 cents! We have new info for applying for a passport for your US born kids CHILDREN BORN BEFORE 1 JULY 2006 - take a look ---- AND TIPS ON KEEPING YOUR PASSPORT SAFE WHILE TRAVELING - Here   HOW TO SHIP YOUR PET ACROSS THE POND RAVON KNOPF DENTISTS *BLA RECOMMENDED We are always being asked about good dentists and so we would like to introduce you to  Dr. Nicolas A. Ravon and Dr. Kimberley Knopf. They are offering Special Deals exclusively for Brits in LA Members!   At-Home Bleaching with Custom trays and 2 tubes Bleaching product $99 Dental Prophy and Bite-wing check-up X-rays and Comprehensive Exam $99 Invisalign $3900  9675 Brighton Way Beverly Hills, CA 310275 5325 Not Sophies Choice is screening at the LA Shorts Fest on September 5th starring Catherine Tate and Alex Macqueen get your tickets here  (it is program number 14)   Morrison Hotel Gallery​ have a great exhibition coming up Behind the Lens features the work of Patti Boyd​ and Henry Diltz Photography​ - the photographers have a very special event planned at Largo at the Coronet​ on September 10th purchase tickets via the following link  http://www.largo-la.com/event/869191-behind-lens-los-angeles/     Fri Aug 28: Blade Runner Tue Sept 1: Casablanca Wed Sept 2: The Breakfast Club Thurs Sept 3: Cinema Paradiso Sat Sept 5: Back to the Future Tue Sept 8: Breakfast at Tiffany's Wed Sept 9: Ghostbusters Thurs Sept 10: Jaws Fri Sept 11: The Goonies Sat Sept 12: Top Gun   Tues Sept 15: Dirty Dancing Wed Sept 16: Reservoir Dogs Thurs Sept 17: Ferris Bueller's Day Off Sat Sept 19: Grease BEACH FINANCIAL GROUP CAN ALSO GIVE YOU A QUOTE FOR HEALTH INSURANCE & AUTO INSURANCE TOO EMAIL THEM HERE   Join us for Brits in LA Pub Quiz at The Pikey Every other Tuesday! Next one on September 8th with Sandro Monetti Congratulations to the Something Awful who won the grand prize at this weeks quiz! RSVP HERE We are also looking for raffle prize donations so if you have anything to offer drop us a line here   BRITS ON STAGE : Visit our blog The Ango Files to see who is playing in and around LA. The Who,  Echo & the Bunnymen, Paul Weller, The Damned, Squeeze, Garbage, Hozier, Gary Numan, and so many more... We have a pair of tickets to giveaway to Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats who are at the Fonda on October 1st Email us here to enter Winner will be picked at random next Friday Like us on Facebook to get notifications for other competitions   Been thinking about taking a trip to San Francisco? This might be just the incentive you need! All American Experience with a dash of British music. Click here for free ticket info CALLING ALL FOOTBALL FANS - Come watch a FREE, live concert featuring multi-platinum singer-songwriter ELLIE GOULDING and San Francisco's own Grammy Award-winning band TRAIN. We are looking for fans to attend the "Kickoff to 50 presented by Hyundai" concert at Justin Herman Plaza across from the iconic San Francisco Ferry Building onThursday, September 10. #KICKOFF2015... CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT HOW TO GET FREE TICKETS! STUART SEMPLE: MY SONIC YOUTH Solo Exhibition, October 24 - November 28, 2015 Click here for full details DO YOU WANT TO LIVE IN THE US of A? Gil Brito of Beltran Brito has helped hundreds of Brits obtain visas into the USA.  Call or Email him today to find out how he can help you. ADVERTISING SPACE AVAILABLE   BRITSINLA@GMAIL.COM Facebook Twitter Website Click here to like us on Facebook Click here to join Brits in LA Housing Click here to join Brits in LA Selling Pages Click here to join Brits in LA Job Opportunities Bernard Sidman is a fellow Brit in LA and has helped many Brits in LA members with the immigration process and has a high success rate.  He has helped many BRITS IN LA members through the citizenship application too and is very experienced and thorough.   You can reach him on (818) 981-0352 or bernard@bernardsidman.com or check his website HERE A Demo Reel or Showreel, is one of the most powerful tools an actor can have.  We’re a premium service that will take the time to make YOU the star.  The same way studios sell their movies, this will be a tailored trailer of your work where the star attraction is you! *Brits in LA Special*  10% OFF 15% OFF Key Members Visit their website here BRIT FLIX AUGUST 28 & 29: SUSPICION // NOTORIOUS at The New Beverly Cinema click here For Tickets   Click on the movie poster for screening info SPORTS AND FITNESS They even have kids meditation sessions - visit their website for more info BODY POSSIBLE *Brits in LA Special* EXTRA 10% OFF already discounted rates www.bodypossiblefitness.com YOGAWORKS Great deal from Yogaworks for Brits in LA members. $100 sign up fee waived plus one free weeks trial!  If you choose to continue after your 1 free week you will get a discount on the monthly fee. Prices vary from location to location but will be about $15 off  (except Santa Monica locations and Studio City, at this time)  Visit their website to find a location near you. And don't forget to print off this flyer to get this fab deal!    http://yogaworks.com/   "Athletic Body Designs, is a personal training company run by long time Brits in LA member Ben Johnstone.    Ben develops OPTIMAL personalized training programs that work in alliance with your genetics, lifestyle and goals. Using cutting edge techniques and tricks form the industries leading Sports Performance Gyms, Ben’s training focuses on enhanced technique and programming that will get you your dream physique in the shortest amount of time.   Ben is offering Brits in La members a 10% discount and one free partner session!   www.AthleticBodyDesigns.com" Anyone for Netball? Such a great group of Ladies! All ages and fitness levels are welcome. 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