Antique Chinese slippers, a grandfather clock, beautiful linens, a Lalique bowl, china, silver, fine and costume jewelry….you can find all these and more at The Circles Collected Treasures Estate Sale, a curated collection of special items at special prices.
Read MoreWhile dogs are often considered man’s best friend, cats seem to be women’s loyal companions. Canines lead the way in early film appearances, but cats are now catching up, perhaps thanks to their frisky, funny personalities.
Read MoreThroughout Hollywood’s Golden Age, many animals appeared in films and delighted audiences all over the world. In the case of man’s best friend, many beloved canines also happened to capture the hearts of moviegoers of all ages.
Read MoreThere were singing career, promoted by Arthur Godfrey, a contract with Dot Records, TV shows, ABC TV, Chevy Show (In the mid-1950’s), and films at 20th Century Fox. He came on the scene about the same time as Elvis Presley. They talked many times about their differences! Pat was known for his wholesome pop hits in the 1950’s. His first hit was “Two Hearts, Two Kisses” in 1955. Who can forget his milk commercials?
Read MorePollinators such as bees, butterflies and hummingbirds play a substantial role in maintaining nature’s critical balance. SOAR, the butterfly exhibit at the South Coast Botanic Garden (Garden), pays tribute to these beautiful, fragile creatures and provides visitors with a unique opportunity to have a close up look at their world and the role they play in ours.
Read MoreBridges span over water, highways, canyons, and walkways to link land separated by rivers, lakes, channels; and the “gap” of space traversed from one side to the other. A bridge by any other name could be an actor, title, or plot inspired by the concept.
Read MoreFounded in 1931 as the cultural arm of Palos Verdes Estates, Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education is dedicated to educating, enriching and building community through equal and inclusive access to the visual arts.
Read MoreMy three interests. When I wrote L.A.'s Legendary Restaurants in 2016 (Santa Monica Press), I successfully incorporated architects and architecture into my historical coffee table book. I wanted to highlight a lesser-known Architect, Paul R. Williams (1894-1980).
Read MoreMost of the time, Frank Sinatra and I, we agree. As old Blue Eyes would sing, I love Paris, too. I love Paris in the springtime, in the fall, in the summer and in the winter.
Read MoreApril Fools’Day, the first day of the month, has been “celebrated” for centuries by different cultures, with shenanigans that include practical jokes often bellowing “April Fools!” at the end of the prank. Popular culture, media and major brands have ensured the unofficial holiday’s long life though its exact origins remains a mystery.
Read MoreSome facts about Great Horned Owls they are fierce predators that can take down large prey, including raptors such as osprey, peregrine Falcons, prairie falcons, and other owls.
Read MorePart 2 of a coastal Oregon photo tour made last August. Part 1 is Photographing the Oregon coast.
Landscape photographers based in the South Bay get endless chances to shoot great seascapes. The creative possibilities from Manhattan Beach Pier to the Peninsula down to Cabrillo are endless. The Beach Cities have been my backyard for over 20 years now.
Read MoreThe first Saturday of April is National Handmade Day, but at Ten Thousand Villages, celebrating crafts made by skilled hands is an everyday event.
Read MoreHistory has a tendency to repeat itself. After the pandemic of 1918, everyone wanted to get out and see the world. And they did with rudimentary social tools that were available back in the day. Social restrictions are just terrible both then and now. And as we rotate out of the current COVID pandemic, the urge to get out is stronger than ever. And our social tools are more abundant now than ever.
Read MoreSnakes have fascinated me ever since I held an Anaconda, in Brazil, across my shoulders. Although, it felt slimy, the skin, glistening in the hot sun looked so beautiful. I fell in love with this dangerous reptile only for a moment till it tried to wrap its tail around my arm, crushing my bones!
Snakes predominantly represent re-birth, death, and destruction, due to shedding of its skin and metaphorically "re-born". They hold a significant role in numerous cultures and mythologies. Hindus worship snakes as Gods and refer to them as “Nag Devata” (Snake God)! At Greek hospitals and temples, non-poisonous snakes were used in healing rituals. With the passing of time, snakes have been correlated with medicine.
Read MoreMy fifth children’s book, “After the Ark” came out right before Christmas in the middle of our pandemic.
You didn’t know?
I usually send out a trumpeted announcement inviting everyone I know to my house for refreshments, book signings and live reads, but the latest pandemic restrictions have certainly put the kibosh on that lively endeavor.
Read MorePalos Verdes resident John Van Hamersveld’s iconic artwork comes alive again at the Los Angeles International Film Festival on March 13.
Read MoreJoin the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for a Virtual Family Nature Club on Whales March 13 9:30 - 10:30 am. Meet children's book author Chris Boettcher, and illustrator Nicole Boettcher, to hear a reading of their new book, "Be Brave and Be Kind: the Story of Eleanor the Whale." A guest from Cabrillo Marine Aquarium will also be joining the Conservancy. Families with kids of all ages will love discovering our local whales. Fun activities you can follow along with at home. FREE with advance registration required for zoom access.
Sign up at: pvplc.org/calendar/activities for families
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