How to Unpack the Greatness of this Show for Your Family
During the Waltz of the Snowflakes at The Westside Ballet’s production of Tchaivoksky’s The Nutcracker last weekend, I had this thought: the holidays can begin. Now, normally I resist …
Top 10 Things to Do With Family – Unplug and Recharge this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday because it's about Family and Food. It's a relatively non-material holiday (except for those steep airfares…) so you won't be hearing much about Black Friday deals here!
1. Get To LACMA – The Number …
An Extreme Soccer Mom Makes the Case for High School Sports
I am approaching the end of my tenure as a bonafide “soccer mom.” True confession: I was actually an extreme soccer mom who spent up to three evenings a week driving my son to a practice field 40 miles from …
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Dreams of Flight in The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises, nominated for Best Animated Feature this year, is purportedly Hayao Miyazaki’s last film and this historical romance is as satisfying as any feature film in the adult marketplace. The celebrated Japanese director buries a nugget of wisdom …
Happy 125th Birthday National Geographic
State of the Art Displays at The Annenberg Space for Photography’s new show make for Stunning Viewing —
If you grew up poring through the pages of National Geographic, you will appreciate learning that the current Editor-in-Chief of the renowned …
The Fowler Museum’s Global Vision
The Fowler turns 50, shares what's in the basement, and celebrates with hundreds of beach ball globes!
Malibu’s Public Spaces
Malibu conjures all the cliches of LA. We took a mid-week visit off season to remind ourselves how Malibu became Malibu. In other words, why do those who can afford to live here choose to live here, despite the fires and flooding and traffic? The answer is simple: when the land meets the sea, remarkable things happen.
Tongva Park in Santa Monica
Santa Monica’s brand new public space, Tongva Park, had a soft opening this week and opens officially on October 19. With the gates down, and the sun shining brilliantly, it’s hard to believe that the world hasn’t quickly flocked …
Looking at Theater in LA: The 2013-2014 Season
It's time to think about special occasions for the family over the next year. Whether you like to purchase series of tickets or splurge on special occasions, there are plenty of ways to make good use of your time and money this season. Spend a few moments looking around and we think you'll agree.
