How do you measure great art? Is it by the quality of materials in the work? The message it tries to convey to the audience? Or the iridescent life the artist had to experience to develop the ability to capture inspiration onto canvas? On the Palos Verdes Peninsula there is another way to measure art — in miles.
Read MoreMost three year-old’s relish saying “NO!” to everything as they explore independence and boundaries. Then, along the way, most learn to say, “YES!”
Read MoreThe next time you are driving from Palos Verdes to Long Beach and you are on Ocean Boulevard near Pine Street look at the tall building on your right - the one with the cupola and the red tiled roof. Now look closely at the cupola and notice the beige colored concrete box that seemingly hangs off the cupola on its ocean side. What you are looking at is history.
Read MoreI am an early riser so, for me, there is nothing I like better that getting out for a walk first thing in the morning.
We are so fortunate here on the peninsula to enjoy both sunrises and sunsets.
This photo is 17th st in San Pedro basking in the glow.
Put on your sunglasses everyone!
Read MoreNovember and the lovely autumn season seem time for comely comedy with some stories about fun of love, temptation realized or not, films that feature “hooker with a heart of gold” aka, ladies of the night, or in more elegant terms courtesan, who might be working in what been called the “world’s oldest profession, and possesses virtues such as kindness, integrity, generosity.
Read MoreThe world has produced a number of household-name ballerinas like Anna Pavola, Galina Ulanova and Alicia Markova and our own hometown girl, Misty Copeland, who at age 40 has surpassed all expectations in fame, talent and versatility.
Read MoreThe Fall Equinox on the 23rd welcomed in the autumnal magic of Libra season. No sign better symbolizes the balance of darkness and light achieved at the peak of the equinox, that moment of perfect alignment. In pagan traditions, the equinox is known as Mabon, and signifies the second harvest in the cycle of the planting year.
Read MoreMARK YOUR CALENDAR! A FUN, FREE & FANTASTIC LECTURE AT HESSE COMMUNITY PARK ON DECEMBER 9, 2022 AT 4 PM - Real or Fake: Always Ask An Expert with Emily Waterfall, Director Bonhams Auction House
Read MoreThe Point Vicente Chapter NSDAR is pleased to be a continued supporter of the Battleship IOWA’s many goals. Members of the DAR chapter met with the non-profit to find out more about their latest project.
Read MorePlanes, Trains & Automobiles (1987) - IMDb
The U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom of movement. Mass transportation provides some freedom; personal transportation gives even more freedom.
Read MoreGuided Nature Walk at Alta Vicente Reserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, November 12th, 9am. Explore rare cactus wren and gnatcatcher restored habitat. Enjoy beautiful views of Catalina Island, blooms of lupine and golden poppy and learn about the military history of the area in honor of Veterans Day. Moderate to strenuous. Sign up at: pvplc.org/calendar
Read MoreMy first sip of wine was at the Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite National Park. If memory serves, I had a Chardonnay that went with my delicious Chicken Piccata.
Read MoreThe South Coast Botanic Garden covers 8 acres and contains over 2500 different species of plants. The garden is also home dozens of species of birds including the following:
Read MoreThe Autumn Equinox on the 22nd welcomed the beauty of autumn and beginning of Libra season. No sign better symbolizes the balance of darkness and light achieved at the peak of the equinox, that moment of perfect alignment. In pagan traditions, it is known as Mabon and signifies the second harvest in the cycle of the planting year.
Read MoreJoe Ackerman spent over 60 years photographing and getting autographs from over 5,000 stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood and beyond. Additionally, he took over 400 candid photos of the iconic stars and was able to come back and have them autograph the photos. Ackerman did all of this while running 3 successful businesses and raising a family of five children.
Read MoreSPECIAL EVENTS
Guided Nature Walk at Filiorum Reserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, October 8th, 9am. Walk Jack’s Hat Trail on the 191-acre reserve linking the Three Sisters and Portuguese Bend Reserves. This wildlife corridor boasts beautiful ocean views and native habitat. Moderate to strenuous. Sign up at: pvplc.org/calendar
Read MoreOctober has an element of fantasy, enchantment, ghosts and superstition with All Hallows at the Eve end of the month. Many films to entertain on a haunted evening most are more funny than scary for your viewing consideration.
Read MoreThere’s no escaping it. Wherever you go… YOU are there in full living color. Once upon a time, YOU entered a lifelong relationship with this very special person–YOU– and you stick together like super glue.
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