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USC School of Social Work Replaces "Field Work" with "Practicum," Because "Field" is Racist. No, We're Not Making This Up.
The School of Social Work at the University of Southern California, has announced that Field Work" will now be referred to as "Practicum." The Field Education Department has in fact, changed its name...
The Spindle, a retelling of "Sleeping Beauty" from the dark fairy's point of view
Santa Monica Public Library presents a creative writing workshop for young writers ages 10-14 on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 4:00 pm. at the Main Library, 601 Santa Monica Boulevard. Ashley...
Shut Up And Move's Charlene Ciardiello Shares Her Expert New Year Fitness Tips
Once we say goodbye to 2022, more often than not the New Year and the New You mentality kicks in. Yet while a "new you" may seem like a long distance goal after the annual holiday guilt creeps into...
Be Good to Yourself in 2023
You can lose about one pound a week if you try. If you don't try you won't lose any. If you need to save some money then you need to pay yourself first. If you have a paycheck coming in then set a...
Can I Get Social Security Survivor Benefits While Still Working?
Ask Rusty – Can I Get Survivor Benefits While Still Working? Dear Rusty: I lost my wife several years ago and I qualified for Social Security Spousal benefits. Unfortunately, because of my income,...
A Tranquility Massage at Burke Williams: Make Time for Yourself This Winter
It's a cold, blustery day in LA. The kids are at school. I've got a million deadlines for work. The laundry needs to be folded, and there's a grocery store run on the to-do list. Don't even get me...
Retired Federal Employees May Get Reduced Social Security Benefit
Ask Rusty – Retired Federal Employee Has Small Social Security Benefit Dear Rusty: When I started getting Social Security at 62, I was told by the SS office I would get a smaller monthly amount...
If the Rain and the Cold Don't Stop You From Going in the Ocean, Maybe the Bacteria Will
December 12, 2022 - The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is issuing a rain advisory regarding all Los Angeles County Beaches due to the recent rainfall. Rain allows bacteria, chemicals,...
Last Weekend To See Why Theater Goers Are Raving About 'Endgame'. Playing At The Santa Monica Playhouse Through Sat Dec 17th
Theatre for a Small Space has skillfully produced Samuel Beckett's brilliant Dystopian Tragicomedy 'Endgame' at the Santa Monica Playhouse this Holiday Season. The not to be missed play opened at the...
Filmtoys and Project Pop Drop Partnered For 'Hollywood Cares Winterfest Toy Drive-Up' In Support of Children's Institute
Excited Families picked up toys at the third annual 'Hollywood Cares Drive at downtown LA Children's Institute from costumed volunteering actors and Project Pop Drop's 'Givefluencers'. The third...
Focusing on Authenticity: Cornerstone Vietnamese Cuisine with Chef Hang Truong's Noodle Girl
Consider a kernel of corn, Chef Hang Truong sure has. When Chef Hang's company, Noodle Girl, recently released their Vietnamese Corn Snacks, there was quite a discourse on kernel size. Turns out...
Boy Scouts Conduct Annual Christmas Tree Sale on Santa Monica Blvd and 19th Street
Once again, The Troop 2 Santa Monica Boy Scout Tree lot is open from 10 am to 9 pm every day for the next three weeks, or until the trees are all sold. One local Scout mom, Janet McLaughlin, said:...
You Can Adopt an Animal from the Los Angeles Zoo - the Perfect Gift that Requires no Wrapping or Storage
Are you looking for the perfect gift for the conservationist in your life? Take a walk on the wild side this holiday season and symbolically ADOPT an animal at the Los Angeles Zoo! All ADOPT packages...
Social Security Benefits for the Working Widow
Ask Rusty – Can A Working Widow Collect Survivor Benefits? Dear Rusty: I'm 63 and still employed. My husband passed away 7 years ago at the age of 58. Am I able to collect my husband's Social Securi...
Take a Photo with Santa Or See Performances by Santa Monica Beach Belles, at Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica Place will transform into a winter wonderland and offer an array of festive activities for the whole family to enjoy this holiday season. Visitors will have the chance to take photos...
Black Friday Deals too Good to be True? How to Protect Yourself From Fraud When Shopping Online
November 17, 2022, Los Angeles, CA – Consumers love a good deal and will flock to the internet for Black Friday bargains. However, online shopping may be risky, dangerous, and little, if any,...
The Simple Guide to Medicare
Ask Rusty – For Some Simple Guidance About Medicare Dear Rusty: I'm nearing 68 years old, have never signed up for Medicare but thinking that I should look into it. I'm currently covered by my...
Westside Ballet Santa Monica Dancers Perform in Nutcracker Nov. 26-Dec. 4
The longest-running NUTCRACKER production in SoCal returns Thanksgiving weekend to The Broad Stage in Santa Monica. The cast of over 80 student dancers include 34 Santa Monica residents and students...
Black Friday / Cyber Monday Travel Deal coming soon!
Eat.Drink.Sleep, offers 25% off room rates at all five of its hotels this year with travel dates available for the next year. This includes Tower23, voted as one of the top 25 hotels on the...
Jewish Identity Under Assault on College Campuses, New Amcha Initiative Report Says
AMCHA Initiative's groundbreaking report, released yesterday, unearthed an insidious phenomenon taking root on college campuses: a pervasive and relentless assault on Jewish identity. Unlike other...
Social Security if You're 70 and Still Working
Ask Rusty – How Do I Avoid Pitfalls and Get Maximum Social Security? Dear Rusty: I turned 70 in June of this year and want to start receiving benefits. I am currently working full time as well. I...
Los Angeles Arboretum Starts Construction on New Visitor Plaza
11.7.22 – LA County pols and the LA Arboretum Foundation had shovels in hand Friday, November 4, to break ground for the construction of a new Visitor Plaza at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and B...
Eliminating Homelessness and Poverty One Life at a Time
On Saturday evening, October 1, the Chrysalis Butterfly Ball honored its landmark 20th anniversary `under the stars at a private estate in Mandeville Canyon. The event, hosted by actor and...
When Is My Wife Eligible for Full Survivor Benefits?
Ask Rusty – When Is My Wife Eligible for Full Survivor Benefits? Dear Rusty: I heard my spouse will get 100% of my Social Security when I pass if she is at her full retirement age (FRA), which is...
About to Walk the Dog? Dog Owners Warned That Their Pets May Consume Drugs on Los Angeles Sidewalks
"Pet owners please be aware!" says a Post on Twitter. We've anonymized the names. "I walked Rover at 5 PM last night. When I came home at midnight he was lethargic and having difficulty walking. When...
