All you need to know about LACESBig Eat

The restaurants for  LACESBigEat

Figueroa Philly  click HERE

Ono's Hawaiian BBQ click HERE

Pizza Rev click HERE

Blaze Pizza  click HERE

Pit Fire Pizza - Westwood  click HERE 

Pit Fire Pizza - Fairfax click HERE 

Who is attending?  

Big EAT is an ALL LACES event.  Both Middle & High School families are invited.  

Where are the flyers? 

Click on the links and it will take you to the information about each restaurant and there is a flyer you can download and print. 

Who gets the fundraising profits?

FOL will get the funds however we are dedicating 50% of BIG EAT proceeds to help offset graduation activities expenses for the class of 2016.   

Why are we doing BIG EAT?  

Yes we love to bring in fundraising dollars to FOL and LACES. But we also know that we benefit whenever we build up our community.   

Many of us drop off our kid at LACES or at bus stops and in truth feel a wee bit disconnected from the community.   When our kids were in elementary school it was easy to get to know one another. It just sort of happened.   Now all our families are spread out farther and of course our kids are older and don't need as much 'hand holding.'   But at the end of the day a lot of us just wish we knew a few more people.  Or at the very least it would be nice to meet our kids' friends and their families.     

We hope that LACES Big Eat can begin to forge a new community building night and ideally we will have two Big Eats a year.  One in the spring and one in the fall.  And it would be nice to always dedicate a portion to our senior classes.   Afterall it takes a village to build a graduation class! 

Can I invite someone special like one of my kid's teacher or a staffer?  

Sure why not?  Send  a note and say, "Hey, let me treat you to dinner.  Join us at..."  

One more thing....

A lot of our high school parents are probably feeling a little removed from their almost-grown-up kid.  

Perhaps said kid is digging in and hanging out with his or her world and giving you parents a wee bit of a cold shoulder...sure, that's fine, that's what they are supposed to do.    

But why don't you push back a bit and say..."Hey, let's go out to dinner on October 22"  and you take that almost-grown-up kid and his or her buddy out to eat.   And you guys go and have a fun, cozy meal at one of the Big Eat restaurant and talk about whatever you talk about.   And then soon your kid will be out of the house in college finding their way and it will be nice for both of you to think about that warm and cozy Big Eat family dinner night way back then...when you sat at the table and talk about this and that.....

...A real dessert is a...

Figueroa Philly - October 22

Voted BEST EATS by LA Colliseum cbsla.com

Voted best cheesesteak by consumingla.com

Philly Cheese Steak's owner Danny Hizami opened Figueroa Philly knowing his sandwiches had to be authentic.  His Amoroso super soft rolls are shipped from Philadelphia, his sliced meat is rib eye steak and they use the perfect amount of grilled veggies--  Just like Philly!!      And if you would prefer chicken or all veggies they have those sandwiches as well!

See menu HERE

Fig Philly is an all day event.  You can come at Lunch or Dinner and 10% will come back to FOL.
If you work downtown why don't ask your co-workers if they want to join you.  Hop on the expo line and get off at Fig and walk over to the restaurant.

Or if you work at USC why don't you also invite your co-workers.     It is a fun adventure and FOL gets some proceeds!!  Remember there are lots of people who want to help public schools.  Put it out there to your friends and co-workers.  You may be surprised by the response.

How do I get flyer?  Drag image to your desktop then you can print it.

Also there are flyers in the main office. 

South of Expo on Figueroa.

Ono's Hawaiian BBQ - October 22

Ono Hawaiian BBQ

4779 Firestone Blvd

South Gate, CA 90280

Hawaii is a melting pot of ethnic cultures and nowhere is this influence more profound than in its cuisine: a fusion of Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and American dishes. At Ono Hawaiian BBQ, we specialize in a delicious selection of “Plate Lunch” and other Hawaiian inspired foods. We are passionate about combining the culture and “Aloha” spirit of Hawaii into our restaurants to bring you a taste of the islands with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere.

Great BBQ plates!

To see the menu go HERE. 

Please note this is NOT the South Gate location on Garfield.   This is the South Gate location on Firestone just west of Atlantic. 

Our fundraiser goes from 4pm - 9pm.   Pick up your kid from the bus and head over right away! Or go home do homework and meet up with everyone later.   It is your choice.     

And here's the extra special bonus.... They will give us 15% of the proceeds.  However, if we generate over $200 in sales they will bump us up to 50% of the proceeds.  Holy Cow!!! 

Keep your eyes out for LACES family .....   Go up and say "Hi"!



How do I get flyer?  Drag image to your desktop then you can print it.
Also there are flyers in the main office. 

BLAZE Pizza October 22

BLAZE Pizza 

Plenty of choices to satisfy the artisan in you.  Your perfect pizza designed by you! 

Culver City  (near mar vista) 
4114 Sepulveda Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90230

4pm - 9pm 

Click HERE for menu 

Sepulveda & Washington 

Flyer--

How do I get this flyer?  Drag this flyer to your desktop and then you can print it. 

Or show it to Blaze on your phone when you pay.    

Also there will be flyers in the Main Office at LACES. 

Look for the Cantos family (Holly, Chelsea (2016) & Sam (2020) and say "Hi"!  

Pizza Rev - Midtown - October 22

Pizza Rev
4550 W. Pico Blvd (at MidTown Crossing) Where Pico and Venice Cross. 

An ALL DAY Event.  Come for lunch or come for dinner or come any time in between!!!! 

 It is awesome.  See menu HERE 

Craft Your Own custom personal pizza at PizzaRev – Midtown L.A! Conveniently located at 4550 W Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles – California. PizzaRev specializes in thin and crispy personal-sized artisanal pizza that you build yourself choosing all your favorites from our homemade dough options, all-natural sauces, premium Italian cheeses and over 30 topping options -- all for one flat price! Gluten free and vegan options also available. Once completed, your pizza is flame-fired in our stone-bed oven in just three minutes. Join us today at PizzaRev – Midtown L.A. and Craft Your Own custom personal pizza! - 

How do I get this flyer?  Drag this flyer to your desktop and then you can print it.   BTW--Pizza Rev says that if you forgot your flyer you can just mention that you are part of the LACES fundraiser.

Also there are flyers in the main office.

Look for Hardy-Garcia Planck family (Tina (2021) Raquel (2020) and say Hi!

PitFire Pizza - Fairfax - October 22

PitFirePizza 
801 N. Fairfax
LA CA 90046
(323) 544-6240

Artisan pizza, fresh chopped salads made with locally grown ingrediants and fantastic pasta and paninis.   Even the breadsticks are  delicious!  Click HERE for menu.  

Fairfax near Waring. 

Pitfire does not have a flyer.  Just go in and say you are with LACES and enjoy your meal!  

This is an extra fun fundraiser...get this 10% of ALL dine-in meals (yes, ALL...not just LACES families!) From 5-9pm will go back to LACES...so tell all your friends to grab dinner at Pitfire too!   

Keep your eyes out for the Cook (2020) family.  Buchman Family (2020 & 2022) and Dabney family (2020)

PitFire Pizza - Westwood October 22

Pitfire Artisan Pizza

2018 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035

Artisan pizza, fresh chopped salads made with locally grown ingrediants and fantastic pasta and paninis.   Even the breadsticks are  delicious!

Click HERE for menu.  

PitFire Pizza is on Westwood just south of La Grange.

Pitfire does not have a flyer.  Just go in and say you are with LACES and enjoy your meal!  

This is an extra fun fundraiser...get this 10% of ALL dine-in meals (yes, ALL...not just LACES families!) From 5-9pm will go back to LACES...so tell all your friends to grab dinner at Pitfire too!

Keep your eyes out for Keep your eyes out for....Belman Family (2021) & Zedeck Family (2021) & Owens Family (2020) 

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Please note everything below this Stop Sign is Previous BigEAT information.  

The current LACESBigEat is above this sign.   

Thank you.  

Our Total from April 9, 2015 BIG EAT

The Results are in from our Big Eat on Thursday April 9th.    We made $1051.   Our goal was $1000 and we beat it!  Not bad for our first time out.    Each restaurant gave a different percentage but we heard from families who attended and there was a steady flow of families at each venue.  Plus the managers of each restaurant said that we had very good turn outs.   Hurray! 

The class of 2015 will get $526 of the proceeds for their graduations activities.     

In Fall we will have our next Big Eat!   

See you then!

What is LACES BIG EAT?

What is LACES BIG EAT?

The BIG EAT is simple.  

On Thursday April 9 there will be five restaurants in Los Angeles dedicated to fundraising for our school.   Meaning, you and your family show up, enjoy a great meal and they will give a portion of the proceeds to Friends of LACES.   

In the past we have had restaurants dedicated to family dinner nights but for many people if the location is too far it is hard to get there.   So, we went all over the city to find restaurants convenient to many of our families.   

What are the restaurants?  

Pizza Rev in Mid City.  

Ono's Hawaiian BBQ in South Gate 

Souplantation in Westchester 

 PitFire Pizza in Westwood 

Souplantation in Beverly Connection 

Who is attending?  

Big EAT is an ALL LACES event.  Both Middle & High School families are invited.  

Where are the flyers? 

Click on the links and it will take you to the information about each restaurant and there is a flyer you can download and print. 

Who gets the fundraising profits?

FOL will get the funds however we are dedicating 50% of BIG EAT proceeds to help offset graduation activities expenses for the class of 2015.   

Why are we doing BIG EAT?  

Yes we love to bring in fundraising dollars to FOL and LACES. But we also know that we benefit whenever we build up our community.   

Many of us drop off our kid at LACES or at bus stops and in truth feel a wee bit disconnected from the community.   When our kids were in elementary school it was easy to get to know one another. It just sort of happened.   Now all our families are spread out farther and of course our kids are older and don't need as much 'hand holding.'   But at the end of the day a lot of us just wish we knew a few more people.  Or at the very least it would be nice to meet our kids' friends and their families.     

We hope that LACES Big Eat can begin to forge a new community building night and ideally we will have two Big Eats a year.  One in the spring and one in the fall.  And it would be nice to always dedicate a portion to our senior classes.   Afterall it takes a village to build a graduation class! 

Can I invite someone special like one of my kid's teacher or a staffer?  

Sure why not?  Send  a note and say, "Hey, let me treat you to dinner.  Join us at..."  

One more thing....

A lot of our high school parents are probably feeling a little removed from their almost-grown-up kid.  

Perhaps said kid is digging in and hanging out with his or her world and giving you parents a wee bit of a cold shoulder...sure, that's fine, that's what they are supposed to do.    

But why don't you push back a bit and say..."Hey, let's go out to dinner on April 9th"  and you take that almost-grown-up kid and his or her buddy out to eat.   And you guys go and have a fun, cozy meal at one of the Big Eat restaurant and talk about whatever you talk about.   And then soon your kid will be out of the house in college finding their way and it will be nice for both of you to think about that warm and cozy Big Eat family dinner night way back then...when you sat at the table and talk about this and that.....

...A real dessert is a...

Tracy Cook      Trabot@ca.rr.com

Pizza Rev - MidTown Big Eat April 9

Pizza Rev
4550 W. Pico Blvd (at MidTown Crossing) Where Pico and Venice Cross.

 It is awesome.

Craft Your Own custom personal pizza at PizzaRev – Midtown L.A! Conveniently located at 4550 W Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles – California. PizzaRev specializes in thin and crispy personal-sized artisanal pizza that you build yourself choosing all your favorites from our homemade dough options, all-natural sauces, premium Italian cheeses and over 30 topping options -- all for one flat price! Gluten free and vegan options also available. Once completed, your pizza is flame-fired in our stone-bed oven in just three minutes. Join us today at PizzaRev – Midtown L.A. and Craft Your Own custom personal pizza! - 

Go HERE for menu

This restaurant is a little different in that it is an all day fundraiser (!)  Starting at the beginning of the day (April 9) 11am until 10pm anyone who brings in a flyer or mentions LACES will have their receipt added to the pool.  This is both for Eating in or Taking out.    20% of proceeds will go back to FOL.

Keep your eyes out for Sheree Thompson, Heidi Rudd & the Hardy-Garcia Families... go up and say "Hi"

How do I get this flyer?  Drag this flyer to your desktop and then you can print it.   BTW--Pizza Rev says that if you forgot your flyer you can just mention that you are part of the LACES fundraiser.

Also there are flyers in the main office.

Ono's Hawaiian BBQ -- Big Eat April 9

Ono Hawaiian BBQ

4779 Firestone Blvd

South Gate, CA 90280

Hawaii is a melting pot of ethnic cultures and nowhere is this influence more profound than in its cuisine: a fusion of Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and American dishes. At Ono Hawaiian BBQ, we specialize in a delicious selection of “Plate Lunch” and other Hawaiian inspired foods. We are passionate about combining the culture and “Aloha” spirit of Hawaii into our restaurants to bring you a taste of the islands with exceptional service in an inviting atmosphere.

Their BBQ may make you cry because it is so good.

To see the menu go HERE. 

Please note this is NOT the South Gate location on Garfield.   This is the South Gate location on Firestone just west of Atlantic. 

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 Our fundraiser goes from 4pm - 9pm.   Pick up your kid from the bus and head over right away! Or go home do homework and meet up with everyone later.   It is your choice.     

And here's the extra special bonus.... They will give us 15% of the proceeds.  However, if we generate over $200 in sales they will bump us up to 50% of the proceeds.  Holy Cow!!! 

Keep your eyes out for LACES family Marisol Lopez and her family.   Go up and say "Hi"!

How do I get flyer?  Drag image to your desktop then you can print it.
Also there are flyers in the main office. 

PitFire Pizza - Westwood --April 9

Pitfire Artisan Pizza

2018 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035

Artisan pizza, fresh chopped salads made with locally grown ingrediants and fantastic pasta and paninis.   Even the breadsticks are  delicious! 

Check out the Menu HERE 

PitFire Pizza is on Westwood just south of La Grange.

Pitfire does not have a flyer.  Just go in and say you are with LACES and enjoy your meal! 

 

This is an extra fun fundraiser...get this 10% of ALL dine-in meals (yes, ALL...not just LACES families!) from 5:00 to 9:00 will go back to LACES...so tell all your friends to grab dinner at Pitfire too!

Keep your eyes out for Orli Belman and Holly Cantos families.  Go up and say, "Hi". 

How do I get flyer?  Drag image to your desktop then you can print it. 

Also there will be flyers in the main office closer to 4/9.