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Judson Studios in Highland Park

Sep 02, 2010 by Lisa Newton

Even though Los Angeles is famous for being the movie business capital of the world; there’s much more to LA than just that.
Take Highland Park for example.
Located in a quiet residential area at 200 South [...]

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Mt. Washington’s Moon Canyon and Heidelberg Parks

Sep 01, 2010 by Lisa Newton

If you’re looking for a new place to hike in Los Angeles County, that’s not too far off the beaten path: then look no further than both Moon Canyon and Heidelberg Parks at Mt. Washington.
It [...]

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We Go Rock, Eagle Rock’s Friday Fest

Sep 01, 2010 by Lisa Newton

We all know that economically, times are tough for all. Many businesses are struggling to make ends meet; indeed, too many have had to closed. Others are on the precipice of doing the same.
To [...]

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The Taste of Beverly Hills Starts Thursday Evening

Aug 31, 2010

Already having garnered world-wide attention, the Taste of Beverly Hills takes place from September 2nd – 5th.
It’s also a great opportunity to take your current or new flame out for a few special nights on [...]

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Big Blue Bus Rates Dramatically Increase

Aug 31, 2010

Monday, the beginning of the work and school week grind and if you regularly ride the Big Blue Bus to get to your destination, you were greeted with a huge surprise.
That’s right; the price [...]

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The Uplifters Clubhouse in the Pacific Palisades

Aug 29, 2010

Designed by the noted architect William J. Dodd, the Uplifters Clubhouse, located in the Pacific Palisades, is #663 on the list of Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monuments.
Started in 1913 as an offshoot of the well-known Los [...]

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Los Angeles circa 1935

Aug 27, 2010

Take a look at Los Angeles in 1935. This video features Grumman’s Chinese Theater, Streetcars, Olvera Street, and Hollywood Boulevard.
Produced by James A. Fitzpatrick, the Los Angeles "Wonder City of the West" is a [...]

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Los Angeles Free Friday

Aug 27, 2010

Although the summer is winding down, the action never stops in LA. This Saturday and Sunday is no exception as fun and free entertainment abounds during this last weekend before Labor Day.
And every week [...]

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The Friendship Bell in San Diego

Aug 26, 2010

Part of the Centennial Celebration is in recognition of the formal relations and friendship between the United States and Japan, which started in May of 1958, when the citizens of Yokohama presented this Friendship Bell [...]

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Ocean Song sings at Shelter Island

Aug 25, 2010

As the first public artwork completed under San Diego’s public art policy “which calls for developers to devote 1% of development or redevelopment project budgets (above $1 million and $500,000 respectively) for public art elements [...]

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Urban Trees San Diego Style

Aug 24, 2010

I’d like to introduce you to Mini the Mermaid.
Standing 12 feet tall, she’s the creation of San Diego artist, Frank Mando. Made of welded steel sheets, she stands guard, silently watching over her domain. [...]

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September is Officially Arts Month San Diego

Aug 23, 2010

If you love art, this upcoming September will no doubt be an extraordinary time to celebrate the creativity of others while being able to explore your “inner collector,” aficionado, pleasure attendee, or a combination of [...]

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The LA County Fair is Opening on September 4

Aug 22, 2010

What do corn dogs, pigs, carnival rides, and monster trucks have in common?
The LA County Fair–of course!.
Opening day is right around the corner beginning on Saturday, September 4th, and if you want to save money [...]

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