While nestled in my seat at the multiplex for Skyfall, the latest from the 50 year-old James Bond franchise, I thought back about how late I was to the Bond party. He was not a part of my growing …
Halloween Help
With Halloween falling on a school night this year, it’s incumbent upon parents to bring the holiday activities into the weekends prior to the big night. Luckily, LA is replete with celebratory opportunities between now and October 31st.
Elementary Age…
10.16.12
Creating the United States at the Skirball Cultural Center
An election year offers the opportunity to contemplate the marvels of the Founding Fathers breaking apart from Great Britain and creating the democratic nation that we enjoy (and vote in) today. A new exhibit at the Skirball Cultural Center, Creating …
Mad about Metzker: The Photography of Ray K Metzker and the Institute of Design
City Whispers: Los Angeles, negative 1981; print 2006 The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Gift of the Hall Family Foundation
The image above is the one Metzker photo with which I was familiar before heading into the Getty Center’s new show …
10.5.12
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on Stage at The Music Center
EXCLUSIVE OFFER: THE NATIONAL BALLET OF CANADA’S ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND AT THE MUSIC CENTER ON OCTOBER 19 – 21
The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion becomes a world of visual wonder with the U.S. debut of The National Ballet of Canada’s …
Things to Do with Kids in Los Angeles: A Savvy Soujourn to Malibu
After our fun post on things to do in Venice, we figured we would move inland and plan a day away from the coast. But this Indian summer keeps giving us hot days that just won’t quit, so we …
Things to do with Kids in LA: Venice & Abbot Kinney
After our fun-filled “Things to do with Kids in LA: DTLA” post, we’ve decided to explore another neighborhood, and let you know how to explore the Venice/ Abbot Kinney area en famille. You may think that the usual …
Top Ten Freshman Dorm Tips: BEYOND Bed Bath & Beyond
Moving your child into his or her freshman dorm is highly emotional. Fortunately there is so much organization and shopping to be done that you might not shed a tear until after you have waved goodbye. My daughter and I …
8.21.12
Beat the Heat! Late summer films for all ages
We got a sneak peek of a charming new film last week, and recommend that you spend a few hours of magic with The Odd Life of Timothy Green. The latest offering from Peter Hedges (About a Boy) is not only a heartwarming family film but, in a timely way, also glorifies the season of Autumn. From start to finish, the movie features richly turning leaves, gardens ready for harvest, and costumes in warm browns and reds. Instead of focusing on the tasks of school ahead, your child might be distracted by the fun and beauty of Fall.
