SHELTER
Pads, Paws and Claws
Theo Douglas visits the old Doc Carter place—which may or may not have been Long Beach’s first veterinary hospital.

NEWS
Night Rally
We were there when over 2,000 people marched on downtown Nov. 7. We remember the night—and the crepes, the SUVs, the Suja Lowenthal, the tears, the strollers, the prayers and the cranky old dude.

FEATURE
Mystery Dance
We know how Robert Garcia got here. But is that the same as knowing where he’s coming from? Dave Wielenga wonders.

FOOD+DRINK
Busy Bodies
Miles Clements marches his stomach over to Busy Bee Market and then Ellen Griley points you toward the new Saturday farmers market in the East Village.

MUSIC
Tiny Steps
Bill Cutts recounts the formation of Outsider Folk, which he invites you to come see for yourself. Also, Ellen Griley says goodbye to Koo’s and hello to soundDowntown.

FILM
Watch Your Step
Jen Graves says Quantum of Solace is kind of a mess, unless you, like, really love James Bond.