Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
Community, Diversity, Sustainability and other Overused Words
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Friends don't let other friends have sex, apparently. In the wake of declining values of its stock and criticisms of its true worthiness as a waste of time, Facebook.com has now specifically banned "sexual slang" as well as any hint of "sexual roles, positions or fetish scenarios". Don't be visiting the world's most popular website if you are "looking for a good time tonight," because precisely that phrase will get you banned, reports the UK Sun. https://ww...
Yesterday I wanted wine. Today I'm drinking wine. Follow your dreams...And drink up bitches!!! So here's to life being delicious, all your moments being postcard worthy, and Cabernet all day, everyday in Napa Valley!!! SILVER TRIDENT WINERY Returning to the hustle and bustle of Yountville (or what Napa Valley calls hustle and bustle...), we were greeted at Silver Trident Winery by the glowing Mallory. Intimate and inviting, Silver Trident Winery has appointment only wine...
About 50 people swam the second annual Polar Bear Swim at Santa Monica Beach. Some took a quick dip, while others swam into the Pacific Ocean for the 300-yard buoy swim. Once attendees had taken the plunge, they warmed up in the heated Annenberg Community Beach House pool. Creativity and costumes were encouraged. "Our hope is your friends and family make this one of your New Year traditions while enjoying poolside activities and celebrating with s'mores, warm beverages, games...
Del Frisco's Grille on Ocean Avenue are known for their fabulous steaks, Ahi tuna tacos and deserts amongst other delicious things, but Santa Monica locals eagerly look forward to the Annual Holiday Party and Ugly Sweater Competition. Guests are treated to the complimentary gourmet endless selection of appetizers and holiday cocktails! The lucky winners of the Ugly Sweater Competition took home amazing prizes including gift cards from The Lobster, Meat on ocean, a dinner for...
Brits in LA's Annual Christmas Party took place on Monday Dec 17th at No More Heroes Cocktail Lounge in West Hollywood. The annual event was sponsored by Beltran, Brito and Casamayor Immigration Attorneys. Delicious cocktails were provided by Silent Pool Gin and much coveted raffle prizes were donated by Air New Zealand, Center Theater Groups and the Lythgoe Family. Guests feasted on traditional British fair including Mince Pies, Twiglets and Snowballs. The venue 'No More...
The Santa Monica Animal Shelter will be hosting a pet adoption event on Saturday, December 15, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Monica Police Department Holiday Substation located at 1313 3rd Street Promenade. The pet adoption event will include a reduced adoption cost of $50 dollars on all dogs, cats, kittens, and rabbits. The animal shelter currently has several adoptable pets who are hoping to find a forever home this holiday season. The public is encouraged t...
AMP Association has launched in Santa Monica, a functional training environment focused on an innovative fitness philosophy and methodology by Founders & Personal Trainers Ahnna McDevitt and Alex Hope. www.ampassociation.com Recently re-locating from London, and having travelled the world, Ahnna & Alex have designed a unique, high-end fitness haven that stands as an emblem of their international experience and gravitas. With state-of-the-art features, brand-new equipment, a...
Ms. Preity Upala, Tell us a little about yourself? You seem to have had quite a fascinating journey through life! Namaste! Yes indeed, it has been quite a journey so far! I describe myself as a former Investment banker turned Hollywood entrepreneur and Multi-Media Personality. A Global Citizen having traveled to over 65 countries, I am passionate about Global cultural issues and my life "Dharma" is to inspire and empower through my work and presence. I see myself as a...
With the holiday season in full swing, many of us are preparing for family visits, holiday parties, buying that special gift for someone who matters and simply wanting to look and feel our best. Santa Monica's renown Tikkun Holistic Spa has all the answers to all of the above. Having established itself as the leading holistic spa in Santa Monica and popular celebrity favorite, Tikkun Holistic Spa consistently maintains the tranquil ambience of peace and healing. CEO Niki...
2 Wilshire Blvd. Santa Monica, CA Date: Sunday, December 9 from 2pm - 5pm Website: https://www.fairmont.com/santa-monica/ Cost: Free Charity Partner/Donations: Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is joining forces with Santa MoniCares to benefit Chrysalis, Police Activities League (PAL) and West Side Food Bank. Guests are asked to bring gently warn clothing or non-perishable food items to donate to Santa MoniCares who will distribute to the after mentioned organizations....
SANTA MONICA, Calif., November 14, 2018 – Make room in your closet for the new clothes you'll find on #BlackFriday. Donate gently used or new clothing and shoes to the Flair Cleaners 16th Annual Holiday Clothing and Shoe Drive. Drop off items at any Flair Cleaners locations - Santa Monica, Burbank, Redondo Beach, Studio City, and Valencia - between November 23 and December 31, 2018. Flair Santa Monica is located at 720 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, 90403 (Between 7th and L...
Not all of them are at the level of super star con artist Bernie Madoff but unfortunately our world is still filled with an abundance of con artists who just love to rip you off and the sad part of it is that their very nature makes them exactly the kind of person you will, at first, love and admire. Oh they are a clever bunch, that’s for sure, but place trust in them and your money will soon evaporate. They use many different ruses but their all-time favorite and the one u...
"God is in the details." Ludwig Mies van der Rohe NAPA! One single word and some many images come to mind. A kaleidoscope of intimate micro experiences in the world of wine, food, and the art of relaxation. "The most delectable wine I ever tried was in a tasting room in Napa at...:" "The best meal of my life was this one night at French Laundry..." "I went there for a weekend of wine tasting and never left the Valley..." These are stories you hear from each individual person...
In life there are moments that are so incredible that they are indelibly painted on the forefront of our minds. On the passing of the Iconic Stan Lee I recall the few times I was privileged to see and listen to his wealth of knowledge. However, the one moment that will remain forever cherished is the moment I met the great Stan Lee. It was an accident of chance. Our second time at Comic-Con in San Diego, while my son played a game at a vendor, I stood by perusing the books at...
Welcome to Art of Relaxation! Napa Valley is famed for its dedication to leisure through its 400 wineries with tasting rooms in the Valley (600+ if you include Sonoma), 50 restaurants, 125 lodging properties, outdoor activities, events, and art galleries. And in the last few months, Napa has expanded its enjoyment wheelhouse to include the ability to get cannabis delivered right to your door. There are no marijuana dispensaries in Napa County, but starting in August, the...
"The Key Club is an international service organization," explained Phil Brock, from the Kiwanis Club. "The SamoHi Key Club was established over 100 years ago. Our overall purpose is to better the community and help make the world a better place," he said. "Right now our charity of choice is the pediatric trauma program. The program helps to prevent young people and children from dying from preventable diseases. We want all children to live a life filled with happiness, joy...
Santa Monica's annual pumpkin patch has reopened this year and sells, well, pumpkins. Of all shapes and sizes. And for $5, you can pet a goat. The owner of the vacant lot uses it for parking 9 months of the year. In October it sells pumpkins, then becomes a Christmas tree lot in November. "He figures he doesn't need to build a tower and become rich," said one customer. "He just does it for the kids." This years holiday event features a bounce house (more than one actually),...
As Santa Monica slides into the Halloween season, the Ghostbusters vehicle is alas, in the shop! Who you gonna call? Seen at a mechanic in Santa Monica. The manager Jerry says that there are four or five famous cars parked at Sony. The Ghostbusters vehicle will be driven in a commercial this weekend by Dan Aykroyd so he is servicing it. The movie's concept was inspired by Dan Aykroyd's fascination with the paranormal. Aykroyd conceived it as a vehicle for himself and his...
Boasting the largest collection of hydrogen, electric and hybrid vehicles in the region, the 13th Annual City of Santa Monica AltCar Expo will return to Santa Monica on October 12-13, 2018 with brand new vehicles, speakers, and exhibitors to showcase the newest innovations of the alternative technology industry. This two-day event is free to attend and brings together in one place a variety of brands, technologies, and manufacturers specializing in alternative technology. An...
Nikola Tesla would be buzzing! This Friday marks the start of the 13th Annual AltCar Expo & Conference at the Santa Monica Civic Lot! The AltCar Expo brings almost every make and model of alternative fuel vehicles to one place so visitors can shop, test drive, compare and learn about future technology, today! When the AltCar Expo started in Santa Monica is 2005, alternative fuel vehicles seemed like a fading dream... With everyone gaga for their gas guzzling Hummer, the idea...
7 percent of working Americans occasionally work remotely and over a third of workers would change jobs for the opportunity to do so, according to Gallup's "State of the American Workplace" survey. Fighting the establishment and working remote saves both time and money. Remote jobs site FlexJobs estimates that working from home can save you as much as $4,668 a year! So raise your fist and shout: "I deserve a better life than one locked in a box!" And the Revolution is buildin...
There it is right on one of the most driven on streets in Burbank, California and yet up until recently it seemed to have almost vanished. But then the original owner George Rizzo returned to George's Pizzalolo located conveniently at 2202 N. Glenoaks Boulevard, Burbank, California so I dropped in and was extremely pleased. It is unpretentious yet warm and charming. The walls, as is appropriate to its Burbank location are covered with a wide variety of move posters, some very...
Last weekend Edible Skinny was lucky enough to attend the California Vegetarian Food Festival at Raleigh Studios! In our quest to embrace our inner herbivore, we walked the booths with yoga guru Jordana Reim (who teaches at Yoga Nest in Venice)! We discovered that the California Vegetarian Food Festival, now in its second year, celebrated the mighty vegetable hearty hardcore. The California Vegetarian Food Festival was produced by the U.S. Veg Corp, an event production and...
Sounds of high-volume music punctuated the festive atmosphere as the eatery, Everytable, made its grand opening last Wednesday at the Compton Towne Center. Sam Polk, former Wall Street hedge fund trader, and the CEO of this new fast food model, started Everytable to "make healthy food affordable for everybody." Compton marks Everytable's sixth location. There are five others including the first, which opened in South L.A. in 2016. The others are in Santa Monica, Century City,...
Heal the Bay conducted its 29th annual cleanup day on Saturday, September 15th. "Our final totals are in for our 29th annual Coastal Cleanup Day," said the group in a press release. Some 13,342 volunteers joined us last Saturday morning at 75 sites spread all across Los Angeles County. Thanks to their hard work, we removed 40,066 pounds of ocean-bound debris from our shoreline and neighborhoods. Oddball items found this year: chainsaws (Palos Verdes), wedding rings (various...
