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Autry Museum’s Annual Block Party

Posted on September 17, 2026 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Autry Museum, Griffith Park, Love Letters to LA, The Autry | 10 Comments

Autry Museum_Love Letter to LA

On Saturday, September 26th, the Autry Museum will host its Annual Block Party! This is a community-focused celebration, offering a fun-filled day for all ages. This year's theme is Love Letters to LA, celebrating Los Angeles and everything that makes it unique and amazing. Enjoy a lively carnival atmosphere with music, games, food, and a fully interactive Dino Land on the Autry's back lot. Families can explore the museum … [Read more...]

Chain’s Pop-Up at Westfield Topanga

Posted on September 7, 2026 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: Canoga Park, Chain at the Mall, Eat at Chain, Topanga Social, Westfield Topanga | 9 Comments

Chain Wall - Eat at Chain

Chain is a pop-up restaurant concept conceived by actor B.J.Novak (The Devil Wears Prada 2). Driven by his love for chain restaurants, Novak partnered with Chef Tim Hollingsworth to create gourmet versions of fast-food classics. Last December, I attended Chain’s Holiday House where they had festive drinks from Dutch Bros, potato pancakes from Heinz, bone marrow burgers, ice cream cones from Friendly's, and more! My first ever Chain … [Read more...]

City Shred Presents: MOVE, Santa Monica {Ticket Giveaway}

Posted on August 5, 2026 | Filed Under: Fitness, Local Events | Tags: City Shred, fitness event, Jacqueline Kasen, Santa Monica | 9 Comments

City Shred Ticket Giveaway 2026

City Shred is coming to Santa Monica on August 16 to host an amazing one-day fitness event. MOVE, Santa Monica is a festival-style workout where high-energy Coachella vibes meet an epic sweat session. Join a community of fitness enthusiasts for a two-hour, music-driven workout combining breathwork, yoga, Pilates, contemporary dance, and HIIT. Your ticket also includes: FREE samples and demos from leading health & wellness … [Read more...]

MindTravel Beachside Concert in Ventura

Posted on July 15, 2026 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: MindTravel, Murray Hidary, Ventura beachside concert, Visit Ventura | 9 Comments

MindTravel - Murray Hidary

There is nothing quite like heading to the coast to escape the summer heat. Now, imagine watching the sunset on the beach while listening to a beautiful, live piano performance. Composer and MindTravel music creator Murray Hidary is bringing his performance to Ventura's San Buenaventura State Beach on July 20th. The concert is a one-of-a-kind live piano performance delivered straight to your personal wireless headphones. It shares a … [Read more...]

Highlights from Natural Products Expo West 2026

Posted on March 23, 2026 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events | Tags: Awake Chocolates, Eat Happy Kitchen, Expo West, Matter Compostable, Mezete | 11 Comments

Anaheim Convention Center

Earlier this month, I attended Natural Products Expo West. It was held at the Anaheim Convention Center. Expo West is the world’s largest trade show dedicated to the natural, organic, and healthy products industry. The conference is spread across four days and although I was only able to attend one day, I made the most of it! Below are the highlights that caught my eye and taste buds too! Mightylicious Mightylicious is a … [Read more...]

Our Fall Getaway to Irvine

Posted on October 13, 2025 | Filed Under: Food, Local Events, Reviews | Tags: Destination Irvine, Irvine, Roger's Gardens, Strawberry Farms Golf Club, Tanaka Farms | 12 Comments

Bench_Roger's Gardens - horizontal

Earlier this month, my husband and I left our home in the San Fernando Valley for a weekend getaway in Irvine. We’ve visited different areas of Orange County in the past, but never had the opportunity to really check out Irvine. With Hilton Irvine/Orange County as our home base, we got to explore places that I’ve always wanted to visit! Hilton Irvine OC is conveniently located near John Wayne/Orange County Airport, making it a perfect … [Read more...]

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