Three Cheers To ROYAL CLAYTONS' Weekly Sunday Afternoon Soul Sessions With UK DJs and British Fare Starting May 13th

Starting this Sunday, May 13th, downtown L.A.'s Royal Claytons  Restaurant & Tavern is introducing  Sunday Afternoon Soul Sessions from 4pm until late. The weekly British party will have on tap many pints of your favorite brew, UK DJs Greg Belson and Andy Cobb spinning soul music of the highest quality, a special menu featuring British nosh, soccer on two plasma screen TVs and a free pool table.

The gourmet pub grub that will be served includes Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding, Sheppards Pie, Fish and Chips, Bangers and Mash, Pickled Onions and Burgers, all of which you can drink down with one of the many draft beers that Royal Claytons offers. Sunday Roast with Yorkshire Pudding is a light batter that rises when it is cooked to form a sort of bowl, served with roast beef; Sheppards Pie is minced lamb, cooked with veggies and topped with mashed potato and cheese on top and grilled until brown; Fish and Chips are fried fish fillets and fries; Bangers and Mash are sausages and mashed potato; and Pickled Onions are peeled little shallots in pickling vinegar.

Resident UK DJ's Greg Belson and Andy Cobb will spin the broader variety of the soul spectrum each week. Expect selections from gospel to funk, to vintage R&B and mod. Greg is a veteran of the London Club Scene and has been playing to clubs all over the UK for the last 19 years. Andy started his DJ'ing career in the North of England before moving to Los Angeles, where he's played to crowds for the last 6 years. Special guest DJs will join Belson and Cobb each week.

Located at 1855 Industrial on the first floor of the Toy Factory Lofts in the heart of Downtown L.A.'s renovated, once again thriving Arts District, Royal Claytons is a hip and comfortable gathering place for artists, tourists and visitors in search of a progressive vibe and a great meal. True to its regal name, the vibe of the place is amazing, with a distinctive New York, East coast ambience mixed with dark wood tones and a distinctive English gothic influence. Royal Claytons is open from 11am til 2am Monday thru Friday and 10am til 2am on the weekend. It has been rumored that David and Victoria Beckham bought the Supreme Penthouse at the Biscuit Company Lofts across the street from Royal Claytons.

Co-owner Tony Gower's career began in his early teens in London, England. He arrived in the U.S. in 1983 and started underground clubs in downtown Los Angeles. In 1993 he and his late wife Tammi Gower bought and restored The Derby, L.A.'s premiere big band jazz and Swing Club. Their vision, booking and retro styling brought the club back to the mythic status it enjoyed in the glory days of early Hollywood. Co-owner and urban planner Elizabeth Peterson and architect George Kelly are also partners in this venture.

 

 

All Roads Lead To ROYAL CLAYTONS On May 6th As The Restaurant Is The Final Destination For Hundreds Of Scooters Coming From 3 Different "Blazing On A Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Rides

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Day Party From 1 To 7pm To Include DJs And Prizes Brought To You By Satisfaction Club

Royal Claytons will be the end of the road for the "Blazing On A Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Ride on May 6th at 1pm, when clouds of 2-stroke exhaust from hundreds of scooters will fill the normally empty Sunday streets of downtown LA. From 1pm to 7pm, Royal Claytons will host DJs and feature a specialty menu, while prizes will be given out for the Best Lambretta and Best Vespa.

Royal Claytons restaurant & tavern, located in the Toy Factory lofts in Downtown L.A., is a hip and comfortable gathering place for artists, tourists and visitors in search of a progressive vibe and a great meal. The restaurant is located across the street from the Biscuit Company Lofts, rumored to be one of David and Posh Beckham's new homes in LA, and has a distinctive New York , East coast ambience mixed with dark wood tones and a distinctive English gothic influence.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

WHEN:       Sunday, May 6th from 1pm -7pm

WHERE:     Royal Claytons (1855 Industrial St., Los Angeles)

WHAT:       Satisfaction Revolucion: "Blazing on a Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Ride ending at Royal Claytons with International DJs Frank Popp, Greg Belson, Andy Cobb, Brian "Midnight Cowbwoy" Harris, Soul Marcosa and Sean Needham

DETAILS:   FREE, ALL AGES

 

 

 

BORDELLO & ROYAL CLAYTONS Start The SATISFACTION REVOLUCION On May 4th Thru 6th

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Bordello Hosts A Dance Party And Burlesque A-Go-Go That Friday And A Performance By The Nick Rossi Set On Saturday Night

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All Roads Lead To ROYAL CLAYTONS As The Restaurant Is Final Destination For Three "Blazing On A Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Rides And A Day Full Of DJs

Satisfaction Club , which stops by Bordello on the first Saturday of each month, is starting a Revolucion over the first weekend of May. Satisfaction is a revival of the decadant spirit of sixties California - its outrageous style, eclectic taste and cultural fusion that changed and continues to change the world - a time for indulgence, a time for exploration, a time for revolt.

Satisfaction Revolucion will be a 3-day event that will kick off at Bordello on Friday, May 4th at 9pm with a Dance Party and Burlesque A-Go-Go. On Saturday, May 5th, The Nick Rossi Set of San Francisco will perform a special Flamingo-Club set at 11pm as their 1st L.A. show in over 5 years, along with DJs, more gorgeous go-gos and a psychedelic light show at Bordello. The Satisfaction Revolucion Weekend and the "Blazing On A Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Ride will end at Royal Claytons on Sunday, May 6th at 1pm. The ride will begin at 3 different locations around LA beginning between 10:15am and 12:00pm that morning. From 1pm to 7pm, Royal Claytons will host DJs and feature a specialty menu, while prizes will be given out for the Best Lambretta and Best Vespa.

DJs scheduled to make you groove during the weekend are Brian "Midnite Cowboy" Harris and Soul Marcosa (Solid! N.C.), Frank Popp (Germany), Carlos "C3PLOS" Perez (Kaleidoscope, S.F.), Andy Cobb and Greg Belson (Hogwash Jump Joint U.K.), Sean Needham (Westside Scooter Club) and resident Satisfaction L.A. DJs Tony The Tyger and Rena La Reine.

Bordello, formerly Little Pedro's, flirts with the notorious past of its infamous location, as the oldest bar and brothel in Downtown Los Angeles, by reflecting its legendary status as a theater of the unusual and provocative. The club was completely renovated, colorfully redecorated and renamed by famed L.A. club owner Tony Gower, celebrity designer Dana Hollister, revolutionary urban planner Elizabeth Peterson and innovative restaurateur Jim Venetos.

Royal Claytons restaurant & tavern, located in the Toy Factory lofts in Downtown L.A., is a hip and comfortable gathering place for artists, tourists and visitors in search of a progressive vibe and a great meal. The place has a distinctive New York , East coast ambience mixed with dark wood tones and a distinctive English gothic influence. The menu is truly eclectic thanks to the expertise of Executive Chef Thomas Deville. Royal Claytons features jazz on Wednesday nights, The French Connection on Thursday nights and starting on May 13th, the Hogwash Jump Joint DJs will spin music at an English Bash at 4pm each Sunday.

Doors @ 6pm; Event @ 9pm

$10 Cover, 21+

SATURDAY MAY 5th @ Bordello (901 E. 1st St., Los Angeles)
Satisfaction Revolucion: The Nick Rossi Set (San Francisco) performing live plus Gorgeous Go-Gos, A Hypnotic Light Show, International DJs Frank Popp, Brian "Midnight"Cowboy Harris, Soul Marcosa and resident DJs Tony the Tyger and Rena La Reine

Doors @ 6pm; Event @ 9pm; Band plays @ 11pm

$10 Cover, 21+

SUNDAY MAY 6th @ Royal Claytons (1855 Industrial St., Los Angeles)
Satisfaction Revolucion: " Blazing on a Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Ride ending at Royal Claytons with International DJs Frank Popp, Greg Belson, Andy Cobb, Brian "Midnight Cowbwoy" Harris, Soul Marcosa and Sean Needham

1pm -7pm

FREE, ALL AGES

 

 

 

BORDELLO & ROYAL CLAYTONS Start The SATISFACTION REVOLUCION On May 4th Thru 6th

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Bordello Hosts A Dance Party And Burlesque A-Go-Go That Friday And A Performance By The Nick Rossi Set On Saturday Night

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All Roads Lead To ROYAL CLAYTONS As The Restaurant Is Final Destination For Three "Blazing On A Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Rides And A Day Full Of DJs

Satisfaction Club , which stops by Bordello on the first Saturday of each month, is starting a Revolucion over the first weekend of May. Satisfaction is a revival of the decadant spirit of sixties California - its outrageous style, eclectic taste and cultural fusion that changed and continues to change the world - a time for indulgence, a time for exploration, a time for revolt.

Satisfaction Revolucion will be a 3-day event that will kick off at Bordello on Friday, May 4th at 9pm with a Dance Party and Burlesque A-Go-Go. On Saturday, May 5th, The Nick Rossi Set of San Francisco will perform a special Flamingo-Club set at 11pm as their 1st L.A. show in over 5 years, along with DJs, more gorgeous go-gos and a psychedelic light show at Bordello. The Satisfaction Revolucion Weekend and the "Blazing On A Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Ride will end at Royal Claytons on Sunday, May 6th at 1pm. The ride will begin at 3 different locations around LA beginning between 10:15am and 12:00pm that morning. From 1pm to 7pm, Royal Claytons will host DJs and feature a specialty menu, while prizes will be given out for the Best Lambretta and Best Vespa.

DJs scheduled to make you groove during the weekend are Brian "Midnite Cowboy" Harris and Soul Marcosa (Solid! N.C.), Frank Popp (Germany), Carlos "C3PLOS" Perez (Kaleidoscope, S.F.), Andy Cobb and Greg Belson (Hogwash Jump Joint U.K.), Sean Needham (Westside Scooter Club) and resident Satisfaction L.A. DJs Tony The Tyger and Rena La Reine.

Bordello, formerly Little Pedro's, flirts with the notorious past of its infamous location, as the oldest bar and brothel in Downtown Los Angeles, by reflecting its legendary status as a theater of the unusual and provocative. The club was completely renovated, colorfully redecorated and renamed by famed L.A. club owner Tony Gower, celebrity designer Dana Hollister, revolutionary urban planner Elizabeth Peterson and innovative restaurateur Jim Venetos.

Royal Claytons restaurant & tavern, located in the Toy Factory lofts in Downtown L.A., is a hip and comfortable gathering place for artists, tourists and visitors in search of a progressive vibe and a great meal. The place has a distinctive New York , East coast ambience mixed with dark wood tones and a distinctive English gothic influence. The menu is truly eclectic thanks to the expertise of Executive Chef Thomas Deville. Royal Claytons features jazz on Wednesday nights, The French Connection on Thursday nights and starting on May 13th, the Hogwash Jump Joint DJs will spin music at an English Bash at 4pm each Sunday.

SATURDAY MAY 5th @ Bordello (901 E. 1st St., Los Angeles)
Satisfaction Revolucion: The Nick Rossi Set (San Francisco) performing live plus Gorgeous Go-Gos, A Hypnotic Light Show, International DJs Frank Popp, Brian "Midnight"Cowboy Harris, Soul Marcosa and resident DJs Tony the Tyger and Rena La ReineDoors @ 6pm; Event @ 9pm; Band plays @ 11pm
$10 Cover, 21+

SUNDAY MAY 6th @ Royal Claytons (1855 Industrial St., Los Angeles)
Satisfaction Revolucion: " Blazing on a Sunday Afternoon" Scooter Ride ending at Royal Claytons with International DJs Frank Popp, Greg Belson, Andy Cobb, Brian "Midnight Cowbwoy" Harris, Soul Marcosa and Sean Needham
1pm -7pm
FREE, ALL AGES

 

 

 

ROYAL CLAYTONS Tavern & Restaurant In Downtown L.A. Sets The Mood With Two Nights Of Music Each Week

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Enjoy Your Food And Drinks Along With Live Jazz On Wednesday Nights And French Delicacies And Music On Thursdays Nights

Downtown L.A.'s Royal Claytons is offering music two nights a week to go along with its eclectic menu, variety of draft beers, extensive wine list, full line of alcohol beverages and free pool table. Wednesday nights feature jazz by the Jennifer Keith Trio and Thursdays are The French Connection with the Mad Alsacians.

The Jennifer Keith Trio performs each Wednesday night from 8pm til 12am. From vaudeville to stage, television and the movies, Jennifer Keith continues her noted showbiz family legacy through acting and her other passion, singing. Her attractive style pays homage to the great ladies of jazz including Julie London, Annie Ross, Peggy Lee, June Cristy and other familiar legends. She also has a soft side for classic country songbirds Brenda Lee and Patsy Cline who are honored in her repertoire. Jennifer brings to the table "a hip west coast vibe with lots of breathing room" which is enhanced by the first- rate talents of tenor saxophonist Mando Dorame, guitarist Mark Cally and bassist Veikko Lepisto - all stars of the world renown Royal Crown Revue. At Royal Claytons they present a mellow atmosphere filled with straight ahead jazz, timeless standards, and a bit of classic country.

Starting this week on April 12th, every Thursday from 8pm til 12 am will become The French Connection featuring a special French bistro menu prepared by Executive and French Chef Thomas Deville and the sounds of the Mad Alsacians . The accordion-driven Mad Alsacians play traditional French music from the 30's and the 40's ("musette" waltzes, Piaf/Trenet songs etc.), jazz standards in the style of the famous "Hot Club de France", as well as a few selections from the Italian and Latin repertoires. The French/Gipsy sound of that era was pioneered by the likes of Django Reinhart and Stephane Grapelli, and that exhilarating toe-tapping upbeat style has never lost its appeal. French pianist / accordionist Jean-Paul Monsché gathered his friends on guitar, upright bass and drums to  mix these tasteful original compositions with carefully picked classics.

Located at 1855 Industrial in the heart of Downtown L.A.'s renovated, once again thriving Arts District, Royal Claytons  is a hip and comfortable gathering place for artists, tourists and visitors in search of a progressive vibe and a great meal. True to its regal name, the vibe of the place is amazing, with a distinctive New York, East coast ambience mixed with dark wood tones and a distinctive English gothic influence. But as comfortable as the setting is, it's the menu—a truly eclectic and remarkable array of wonderful soups, chicken and steak dishes—that has customers flocking in at all hours. Royal Claytons is open from 11am til 2am Monday thru Friday and 10am til 2am on the weekend.

 

 

AN ENGLISH GOTHIC VIBE FOR ANY TIME OF DAY: NEWLY THRIVING DOWNTOWN L.A. ARTS COMMUNITY FLOCKS TO
ROYAL CLAYTONS ,
THE NEW NEIGHBORHOOD HOTSPOT PERFECT FOR EARLY MORNING BREAKFASTS, POWER LUNCHES, SERIOUS DINNERS AND AN EVERCHANGING PALETTE OF LATE NIGHT SOUNDS
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Located In A Building That Was Once a Toy Factory, Royal Claytons— Which Opened Its Doors September 21—Actively Caters To A Diverse Clientele; Macy Gray and Members of The Black Eyed Peas Have Been Spotted Amidst Its Dark Wood Tones, Enjoying Items From Its Eclectic Menu

Located at 1855 Industrial, at the corner of Industrial and Mateo in the heart of Downtown L.A.'s renovated, once again thriving Arts District, Royal Claytons has been, since its opening last September 21, a hip and comfortable gathering place for artists, tourists and visitors in search of a progressive vibe and a great meal at any time of day.

Boasting a distinctive New York, East Coast feel with—as its name implies—a great deal of dark wood tones and English gothic influence, the restaurant seems to magically morph into many different places throughout a 19 hour day that runs from the early morning breakfast featuring gourmet coffees and exquisite baked goods at 7 a.m. until closing time at 2 a.m.

As soon as breakfast ends, Royal Claytons becomes a power lunch place, then a local community afternoon hangout and hosts a pretty serious dinner crowd. The combined expertise of French chef Thomas Deville and Senior Executive Fusion chef Michael Borassi creates an effortlessly magnificent array of soups, salads, chicken and steak dishes. When Royal Claytons transforms later in the evening into a tavern atmosphere, they're there with the fun foods like pizza; their signature dessert is fresh-baked cookies with shots of milk. The dining experience transcends the average neighborhood fare via an artistic interpretation of classic American cuisine.

A variety of draft beers, an extensive wine list, and a full line of alcohol beverages will compliment meal service. As an added benefit and convenience, Royal Claytons will provide a strong menu selection for delivery to nearby residents.

Those post 10:30 p.m., late night social outings at the bar (formally referred to by principal owners Tony Gower , Elizabeth Peterson and architect George Kelly as “Royal Clayton's After Dark”) and games of hardcore pool are punctuated—but never overwhelmed—by a powerful variety of eclectic music created by local DJs each night. One night, they may spin the latest Euro vibing grooves from Berlin and the Spanish Mediterranean island of Ibiza, the next house music or everyone's favorite, 80s music. Management is also working on launching a comedy night.

While catering to a very diverse clientele, artsy and otherwise, a few musical celebrities have been spotted over the past few months, including members of The Black Eyed Peas and soul singer Macy Gray.

The interior design of the space provides a unique template for local artists' work, merging with the “toy lofts” concept to produce a changing restaurant ambience. The playful spirit of the restaurant in all of its transformations is in keeping with the Royal Claytons location in a building that was once a famous toy company.

Among the unique touches created by interior designer to the stars Dana Hollister are 17th century gothic original mirroring that runs 14 feet high; 200 year old stained glass windows; original columns taken from an 18th century country house. Some of the doors at Royal Claytons are recreations of actual doors that were in the lobby of the toy company where the restaurant now stands.

“We're tapping into the energy of the surrounding neighborhood and becoming a central focus for the many residents who live here,” says Peterson. “There have been famous painters and artists in this area since the 70s, and there's been a whole new influx since the area started renovation. It's really exciting to be part of the growing community.”

 

 

 

FAMED L.A. CLUB OWNER TONY GOWER, CELEBRITY DESIGNER DANA HOLLISTER, REVOLUTIONARY URBAN PLANNER ELIZABETH PETERSON AND INNOVATIVE RESTAURATEUR JIM VENETOS ARE PROVING TO BE A VISIONARY DEVELOPMENT TEAM WITH THE LAUNCH OF THREE UNIQUE, VISUALLY STUNNING VENUES IN THE HEART OF THE DOWNTOWN L.A. ARTS DISTRICT

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The Upscale Restaurant Royal Claytons Opened In September To Rave Reviews And Has Quickly Become A Favorite Of Locals, Celebrities, And Downtown Clubgoers

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The Grand Opening Of Bordello, A Provocative New Night Club, Is On December 23, And A Neighborhood Bar, The Bridge Tavern Is Set To Open In Mid-February

The renaissance of Downtown Los Angeles is heating up thanks to the unique vision of new development team Tony Gower, Dana Hollister, Elizabeth Peterson and Jim Venetos. These maverick developers are on a mission to reawaken the long sleeping giant that is the L.A. River District.

Each of these accomplished individuals brings to the partnership a different discipline perfectly suited for developing venues that match the fabric and character of this unique downtown community.

Tony Gower is the impresario. Gower made history in 1993 when he and his late wife Tammi Gower bought and restored The Derby, L.A.'s premiere big band jazz and Swing Club. Their rich vision, savvy booking and retro styling brought the club back to the mythic status it enjoyed in the glory days of early Hollywood. Under Gower's watch, The Derby soon attracted top Hollywood stars including Julia Roberts, Jack Nicholson, Cameron Diaz, Bob Hope, Whoopi Goldberg and Jennifer Lopez, and helped launch the careers of innovative neo-swing bands Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Royal Crown Revue. Gower's club career began in his early teens in London, England and then in Spain where he began his development and booking career in the Spanish entertainment industry. He arrived in the U.S. in 1983 where he started underground clubs in downtown Los Angeles.

Dana Hollister is the designer, and bold colors, daring concepts and fearless designs are her trademarks. In the early nineties, Hollister opened what was to become one of the premiere interior design firms in Los Angeles, Odalisque. Tim Burton, Madonna, Cher, Tom Petty, Charlize Theron and John Malkovich were just some of her clients. Shutting down Odalisque at the peak of its success to pursue her own vision, Hollister bought and threw herself into the restoration of the abandoned Canfield-Moreno Estate, rebranding it The Paramour. Under Hollister's command, The Paramour has become one of the most exquisite residences in all of Los Angeles and is in demand as a world famous filming location. Annie Leibovitz, Steven Meisel, Bruce Weber, David LaChapelle, The Coen Brothers and David Lynch have all featured Hollister's Paramour in their projects. Elizabeth Peterson is the visionary urban planner. As the owner of Elizabeth Peterson Group, she has introduced, entitled, and constructed over 500 venues in the L.A. market. Peterson is considered the United States' foremost expert on urban planning, development, and construction of bars, restaurants, nightclubs and hotels. She speaks all over the country on the issue of urban development. Knowing that the hospitality industry is the 2nd largest producer of revenue in the world, Peterson has worked for multiple states to revitalize downtrodden neighborhoods. With Petersons help, derelict communities have experienced artistic and creative rebirths. Her recent client roster includes Andre Balazs, Core Group, CIM Group, Kennedy Wilson, Sean McPherson, and John Lyons/Lyons Group. Peterson is the 2007 Chair of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and sits on many government task forces including the Responsible Hospitality Institute of America.

Prior to founding the Elizabeth Peterson Group, Peterson built, operated and was the talent buyer for Hollywood's Knitting Factory, the Hollywood Athletic Club, St. Marks Jazz Club in Venice, and the legendary At My Place in Santa Monica. She booked and developed artists in the L.A. market such as Boney James, Everett Harp, Stevie Wonder, Bonnie Raitt, Billy Vera & the Beaters and Etta James.

Jim Venetos is the innovative restaurateur who owns one of the most famous diners in Los Angeles, the Brite Spot. Through his efforts, this landmark diner has redefined cool, with late-night DJ's, comfort food, and around the clock hours. By remaking this historic diner into a destination restaurant, Venetos has renewed interest in L.A.'s East Side and helped change the fiber of the Sunset corridor in Echo Park. Regulars at the Brite Spot include Jack Black, Kim Gordon, Perry Farrell, Juliette Lewis and Tatiana von Furstenberg.

The team's first opening is Royal Claytons, located at 1855 Industrial Street in the Toy Factory Lofts Building. As the first upscale restaurant to hit the Arts district in a decade, Royal Claytons has been enthusiastically welcomed by downtown loft residents and has quickly become a linchpin for this burgeoning downtown community. Locals and celebrity clientele spotted there include members of The Black Eyed Peas, soul singer Macy Gray, and fashion designer Adriano Goldschmied. Claytons is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and after 10PM transforms into “Claytons After Dark,” a great hang for cocktails, billiards and avant-garde music.

Architect George Kelly, who is known for his design and construction of bars and restaurants throughout Hollywood and the Downtown area, is also a partner in this venture.

Next is the grand opening of Bordello, a luscious hypnotic carnival of a nightclub located in the oldest bar in Downtown L.A. at 901 E. 1st St., formerly the site of Little Pedro's. On December 23, Bordello kicks off its opening with a live performance by the infamous Royal Crown Revue. This bacchanalian nightclub, bar and restaurant will feature special nights dedicated to jazz, blues, Euro club music and, true to the location's roots as a onetime legal bordello, classic Vaudeville styled burlesque shows.

The third venue, of the seven this group has planned, is a medieval-styled English Beer Garden called The Bridge Tavern . It will feature a vast beer selection, boutique wine list and comfort food served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live jazz will be featured on Saturdays and Sundays evenings. Located at the site of the former Studio Café, The Bridge Tavern is set to open at 1356 Palmetto St. in late February.