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Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Knott’s Berry Farm’s Ghost Town

Posted on July 28, 2016 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Anaheim theme parks, Ghost Town Alive!, Knott's Berry Farm | 30 Comments

Knott's Berry Farm is celebrating Ghost Town's 75th Anniversary this year. With summer winding down, I can't think of a better way to commemorate our summer vacation then by visiting Knott's! The last time my family visited Knott's Berry Farm was in the springtime during their annual Boysenberry Festival. At that time, GhostRider was closed for a nine month restoration project. I'm happy to report that it is back in business & better … [Read more...]

Nintendo-Inspired Flavors at Yogurtland

Posted on July 27, 2016 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: froyo, Nintendo food, Yogurtland | 5 Comments

On a recent afternoon, I picked up my daughter from summer camp & treated her to an afternoon snack at Yogurtland, where we sampled the newest Nintendo-inspired flavors. From now until September 8th, select Yogurtland locations will feature Nintendo-inspired flavors like Mario’s Chocolate Gelato, Luigi’s White Chocolate Pistachio & Toad’s Rocky Road. In addition to the special froyo flavors, classic Nintendo characters like Mario, … [Read more...]

Watermelon Festival in the San Fernando Valley {Ticket Giveaway}

Posted on July 26, 2016 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: August Family Festivals 2016, LA Festivals 2016, Watermelon Festival | 5 Comments

The 54th Annual Watermelon Festival takes place August 13 & 14, at Hansen Dam Soccer Field in Lake View Terrace. This fun, family-friendly event will have free watermelon, delicious foods, games, contests, entertainment, a Kids Zone with carnival rides & attractions, and much more! Family fun activities include: Watermelon Carving Contest Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest at the “Spitway” Watermelon Relay Race FREE … [Read more...]

She Stood for Freedom {Book Review}

Posted on July 25, 2016 | Filed Under: Books | Tags: 1960s Civil Rights Hero, Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, She Stood For Freedom | Leave a Comment

I was provided with a complimentary copy of "She Stood for Freedom: The Untold Story of a Civil Rights Hero, Joan Trumpauer Mulholland." All opinions are my own. During the early 1960s, a white teenager living in the South named Joan Trumpauer Mulholland became immersed in the Civil Rights struggle. She organized non-violent sit-ins, attended Tougaloo College (a predominately black college) & participated in protests including the March on … [Read more...]

Meet Suzanne Altman, Owner of The Playroom

Posted on July 20, 2016 | Filed Under: Real Moms of the SFV | Tags: Sherman Oaks indoor play space, Suzanne Altman, The Playroom | 2 Comments

Chances are that if you are a parent of a toddler & you live in Sherman Oaks, Encino or Studio City, then you’ve been to The Playroom. It is an indoor play space for kids & also a place where you can host birthday parties or playdates. I remember going there a few years ago for an event when I worked in marketing for UrbanSitter. Suzanne Altman is the owner of The Playroom. It was her son that inspired her to open up this play space, … [Read more...]

Charcuterie From Les Trois Petits Cochons

Posted on July 19, 2016 | Filed Under: Food | Tags: Charcuterie, Charcuterie Shop, Les Trois Petits Cochons, Pate Store | Leave a Comment

What is charcuterie? Charcuterie (shahr-cute-uh-ree) is a French word for any prepared meats that are smoked or dry-cured. Items like salami, prosciutto, sausages, ham, pate or terrine (which is a spreadable meat) make up a charcuterie platter. You might be able to find some of these items at a deli, but to get high quality gourmet charcuterie, Les Trois Petits Cochons is your one-stop shop! Les Trois Petits Cochons began in 1975 as a … [Read more...]

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