Due to the pandemic, this year the Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ Adopt-a-Family program will replace its in-person, volunteer-based gift and food distribution to underserved families in Skid Row and Downtown LA with distribution of gift cards to more than 500 families through different organiz…
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Courtney Henggeler was like many teenage girls, covering her walls with posters of heartthrobs like Ralph Macchio and, later, New Kids on the Block.
To older generations, the time kids spend browsing social media—using Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube and now TikTok—might look like brain-numbing hours of mindless entertainment.
Different philosophies about the “culinary arts” can push chefs in wildly different directions. Some want to be the next big thing, become rich and famous, and find themselves hosting game shows on the Food Network. Others see cooking as pure creativity—an expression of themselves and their … Read more
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Nearly everyone on your gift list may need a little revving up this year. Bringing a smile or much-needed dose of adventure is an easy way to leave a lasting impression this holiday season—especially with these gift ideas.
Downtown Los Angeles has gone through major changes over the last century, and Bunker Hill is one of the city’s neighborhoods that has been completely transformed.
Slim Jim Phantom considers The Stray Cats lucky.
Downtown LA’s 14th annual Dog Days Celebration will run for two weeks—from September 21 to October 2—as a virtual extravaganza to ensure the safety of everyone’s pets and owners.
Several months ago, Mexico-based beer company Estrella Jalisco decided to spend $1 million by 2025 to bring colorful art in all forms to walls throughout the United States.
Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC) is gearing up to celebrate four decades of operation with a virtual gala this October.
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Blue Black (BB), my new love is. I don’t usually speak like Yoda, but I have a crush on a new bird pal: BB, the crow or raven. For the New Year, my resolution is to learn more about birds and use them as a source of joy and calmness.











