Magical Life Giving Molecules By William Lama, Ph.D

The story of life begins with carbon (C). Carbon atoms are democratic and faithful.  They easily form chemical bonds with other elements, and the resulting molecules are exceedingly stable. In fact, carbon is the foundation of all life on Earth, including plants, animals, and humans. The code of life itself relies on the unique properties of carbon, in combination with hydrogen and oxygen. Every DNA molecule contains the two sugars shown in this figure.

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Too Beautiful for Hollywood: Silent Screen Siren Barbara La Marr - Old Town Music Hall Program - Sunday, July 30, 2:30 p.m. By Sherri Snyder Biographer, Actress, Model

El Segundo --- On Sunday, July 30, the historic Old Town Music Hall, located at 140 Richmond Street, presents a program on Barbara La Marr, a leading actress of the silent screen and one of the most iconic figures of the 1920s.  A legend in her time, Barbara led an astonishing life described by newspapers of the day as "a wilder story than she ever helped to film."

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At Home At the Movies…Here Comes The Sun By Cinematic Expert Stephanie Mardesich

The sun  is source of light and life, warmth and growth, rebirth, symbol of justice with universal connection of enlightenment or illumination; and  the sun is the source of wisdom. California is the “golden” sunny state known for the Gold Rush of 1849 and more contemporary the Beach Boys music and surfculture resonating around the world.

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Los Angeles Country Club Becomes the Backdrop for the USGA’s 123rd U.S. Open By Photographer and Contributor Steve Tabor

Los Angeles has a well-earned reputation as the City of Champions.  After all, it hosted the Summer Olympic games in 1932 and 1984, and it will soon host the 2028 Summer Games.  Adding to that resume, LA has been home to the World Series Champions, Super Bowl Champions, NBA Champions, and Stanley Cup Champions. 

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Why Are There So Many Types of Wine Glasses? By Wine Aficionado and Founder of California Corks John Krause

Have you been in the wine glass and accessories department recently? Did you happen to notice that there is a glass for nearly every type of wine you might decide to pour? The fact is, at first look it might be a challenge to look at all the options and wonder why so many choices. Let’s look at wine glass from A –to- Z as it were.

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Old Town Music Hall - August 13th By Karie Bible

TROUBLE IN PARADISE (1932)

In this masterful comedy directed by the great Ernst Lubitsch, a gentleman thief and a lady pickpocket join forces to con a beautiful perfume company owner, and romantic entanglements, and comedic jealousies ensue. One of the most sophisticated gems of the 1930s. Karie Bible joins us to share insights about this wonderful film, and about pre-code Hollywood. 

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The Enchanting Marine Life of Palos Verdes: Sea Monkeys and Sea Horses

Situated along the stunning Southern California coastline, Palos Verdes is a serene paradise known for its breath-taking ocean views, beautiful landscapes, and diverse marine life. Among the many treasures beneath its waves, two species have particularly captivated the hearts of local residents and tourists alike: the fascinating sea monkeys, or brine shrimp, and the graceful sea horses.

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20th Year Anniversary of Pirates of the Caribbean: The Black Pearl: The Unseen Chronicle of the Black Pearl: The Palos Verdes Enigma

The idyllic coastal town of Palos Verdes, California, was always known for its serene beaches and panoramic ocean views. Its tranquility was disrupted, however, in the summer of 2023 when a major film production descended upon the town. The film? None other than the remake of the beloved swashbuckling adventure, "Curse of the Black Pearl."

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What Artificial Intelligence Says About the Palos Verdes Peninsula By Author and Contributor Fred Fuld III

You can’t go on a news website or tune in to the news on TV without hearing something about artificial intelligence. So what is AI?

Artificial intelligence is the use of machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as understanding and responding in natural language, recognizing and creating images, making decisions, and learning from previous transactions.

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Wilmington's Drum Barracks Civil War Technology Fair June 24th 2023 By Photographer and Contributor Simie Seaman

You will be amazed at the science and technology of the 19th century!  Wet-plate photography, the telegraph, iron clad ships and submarines, these are just some of the innovations you can explore at the Drum Barracks Civil War Technology Fair.  Talk to a blacksmith, learn how a cook prepared food for soldiers, and cover your ears as we fire the cannon.  You can also enjoy lectures, self-guided tours of the museum, and a gigantic book sale. It’s a free event. Time: 11:00am – 4:00 pm

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Local Entrepreneur Stephanie Boyd of S.T.O.R.E. Featured on Emmy Winning Series

It all started here in Palos Verdes!

We love to see local businesses thrive and we never underestimate the power of our community to support these entrepreneurs. Meet Stephanie Boyd, Certified Professional Organizer and owner of the professional organizing company, S.T.O.R.E. by Steph. Stephanie teaches her clients how to simplify their lives by reducing clutter and distraction in the home and workplace.

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