About ten years ago and easily 100+ trips out on various whale watching boats, I first heard about a Bottlenose dolphin that was white and pink and grey and beautiful. ‘What are these people talking about?’ I’d question. So it began: my hunt for this elusive dolphin nicknamed Patches.
Read MoreOutdoor enthusiasts often flock to northern California to see the redwoods, but there’s still scenic nature walks to be had in LA if you know where to find them. The nature preserves in Palos Verdes have numerous hiking trails along the coast, close enough to the city to be convenient for tourists, but far enough away to feel like a respite from the bustle. The towering bluffs of the Palos Verdes coastline lend the trails their unique grandeur, winding up around the clifftops and down towards the water, where hikers can explore tidal pools and coves.
Read MoreBeing a fan of Art Deco, I am often drawn to Myrna Loy and the many films in which she starred, as so many of her screen portrayals were in front of beautiful Screen Deco backdrops. Additionally, she was the perfect sidekick to William Powell throughout their many on-screen pairings, equipped with a wry wit shrouded in glamour.
Read MoreOn October 26, 1869 the first railroad in the Los Angeles area and indeed the first railroad in Southern California began commercial operations. The 21-mile long Los Angeles and San Pedro Railroad extended from Wilmington to its new station at the southwest corner of Alameda and Commercial Streets in Los Angeles.
Read MoreMovies are “roaring” in the month of August known much for symbolism of fifth sign of the Zodiac “Leo” (July 23-Aug. 22) that exemplifies, courage, intelligence, warmth and strength and often passionate intensity.
Read MoreThe Purple Heart is the oldest active military award in the United States and, like the country it represents, has gone through many changes.
What now is known as the Purple Heart began as the Badge of Military Merit, established by George Washington on August 7, 1782. At that time, and for many decades afterwards, there were very few awards that common soldiers could receive in service of their country.
Read More“Abstract art is not the creation of another reality but the true version of reality”
Piet Mondrian.
If a person were a living canvas, Beth Bowen would be the art, painted with the brush of her astounding personal and professional transformation that grabbed her by surprise, and invited her to a party of immense gratification.
Read MoreCogniview - Organize Your Life and Manage Your Statistics
There’s an old saying, “figures don’t lie but liars figure.” One could note a rising graph of ice cream sales, then lay on top of that a rising trend of homicides, and come to the wrong conclusion. Vaclav Smil has made it his life’s work to demystify figures. Son John and I are reading Smil’s Numbers Don’t Lie and comparing notes via WhatsApp. We can’t resist telling you about it.
Read MoreIn August 1962, Bob Seaman ran the mile in 3:58 at Whitesbridge Stadium in London, England, becoming the first, and to this date the only, Valley-born athlete to beat what, at that time, was the magic mile mark. Seaman had a remarkable track career as a competitor, assistant, and head manager of United States Olympic women's teams and as an official at track and field events.
Read MoreThe Sunset Series aims to feature unique entertainment each week, from live music to nature tours and more. Learn more at southcoastbotanicgarden.org
TRue Blue is the Bluegrass wing of the @woodandsteellive music co. 🎻 Southern California
Read MoreSunday, July 10, saw a meeting of the SouthBay AutoClub at the beautiful new Rolling Hills Country Club. There was everything from a couple dozen Ferraris to a good representation of Porsches, an Aston Martin, a rare and exotic Konigsegg, a right-hand drive Ford GT 40 (the car Ford used to beat Ferrari),
Read MoreYou, like everyone else, assign value to things and experiences. Perhaps, for sentimental reasons, you cherish a toy from childhood yet, someone else may see it as junk.
Read MoreThe Phineas Banning Birthday Celebration will be held onsite at the Banning Museum for the first time in two years! Join us on Saturday, August 20 as we celebrate the “Father of the Los Angeles Harbor” with live country and classic rock music by local band,
Read MoreEvery spring I plant too much basil. Throughout the summer I pinch off leaves for tomato salads and regularly chop the plants way back to make pesto. And still, there is too much basil.
Read MoreThe California Brown Pelican is one of eight species of the Brown Pelican that are found along the Atlantic, Gulf and Pacific coastlines. Along with the White Pelican, they are the only pelicans native to North America. Although California Brown Pelicans are common to the California coastline, they can be found as far south as Nayarit, Mexico and as far north as Vancouver, British Columbia. But, it was not that long ago that these graceful flyers were brought to the brink of extinction.
Read MoreAt this five-course meal featuring a film and food pairing, Jacques Pepin will be honored.
Jacques Pepin and Julia Child were the television chefs who first introduced the public to the love of fine cuisine, long before Bourdain and Flay.
Read MoreWhat do the Leopard Sharks of La Jolla Shores have in common with Mother's Day ? It's a well studied connection that even few locals know about. Most Southern Californians aren't even aware of this amazing place where you can swim along side such large and beautiful predators right off shore !
Read MoreMARK YOUR CALENDAR! A FUN, FREE & FANTASTIC LECTURE ON August 12, 2022 AT 4PM AT HESSE COMMUNITY PARK.
Hear Jim Schneer talk about A History of Railroads in the Greater Los Angeles Area.
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