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Hollyhock House and Barnsdall Art Park | Los Angeles UNESCO Heritage Site
I’ve always enjoyed going to Barnsdall Art Park, located on the top of Mt. Olive in East Hollywood, and frequently took my kids there when they were little. It offers an incredible view of Hollywood, Downtown, and even the ocean on a clear day. Picnickers love to come up with gourmet meals they’ve purchased down below to enjoy the vast city panorama and socialize with their friends.
Hollyhock House and Barnsdale Art Park | Los Angeles UNESCO Heritage Site
I’ve always enjoyed going to Barnsdale Art Park, located on the top of Mt. Olive in East Hollywood, and frequently took my kids there when they were little. It offers an incredible view of Hollywood, Downtown, and even the ocean on a clear day. Picnickers love to come up with gourmet meals they’ve purchased down below to enjoy the vast city panorama and socialize with their friends.
Love Me Bar Tender Memphis Elvis Pop-up Event in the LA Arts District
I attended an Elvis-themed pop-up bar in downtown LA. It featured a replica of the iconic Jungle Room from Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis. It was called Love Me (Bar) Tender, a collaboration between Memphis Tourism and Graceland.
Discover the Bohemian Charm of Mount Washington in Los Angeles
Mount Washington, next to Highland Park, is a bohemian community developed in the early 20th century. Nestled in the hills are Victorian and craftsman-style homes with a close view of Downtown Los Angeles. You’ll find Gothic Revival, Colonial Revival, Italianate, Octagon and other homes.
Shared Heritage Service: Where Shabbat Meets Gospel | Beverly Hills
The Temple of the Arts in Beverly Hills hosted the Greater Zion Church Family of Compton for its Shared Heritage Service during Shabbat on March 15, 2024, at the Saban Theater. You should have seen the Temple’s congregation rock!
Sawtelle Japantown | West Los Angeles | What a Treat!
Sawtelle Japantown in West Los Angeles is smaller than Downtown’s Little Tokyo but has a charm unto itself. It’s a tantalizing area of the city to eat Asian cuisine and do some shopping. To be honest, in all the years I’ve lived in L.A., I hadn’t heard of it until recently. It’s a hidden treasure!
Candlelight Concerts | Louie Armstrong-Ella Fitzgerald Tribute | Santa Monica
Candlelight Concerts sponsored by Fever take place in over 100 cities around the world. Los Angeles has a variety of them taking place throughout the area. Many are performed in historical buildings such as The Biltmore Hotel downtown or venues like the Skirball Museum.
The Museum of Flying | Santa Monica
Are you an aviation aficionado or a history buff? Then you don’t want to miss visiting The Museum of Flying at the Santa Monica Airport. It showcases a remarkable collection of aircraft, artifacts, and exhibits that celebrate the rich aviation history of Southern California.
Palisades Park, Santa Monica | For a Stunning View of the Sea
Palisades Park in Santa Monica, California was founded in 1892. It is 14 blocks of parkland running 1.6 miles with a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica starting at the Santa Monica Pier and running North.
Old Town Monrovia | Hometown USA off Historic Route 66
Old Town Monrovia is 8 miles east of Pasadena just past Arcadia in Los Angeles County. Myrtle Avenue is its historic core lined with vintage brick buildings. Here you’ll find unique boutiques, Mom and Pop shops, and homey restaurants. It’s got an All-American hometown vibe, for sure. Set against the foothills of the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains, it’s a lovely spot to take a stroll.
Holidays on The Hill Festival | Hilton Los Angeles – Universal City
The Hilton Hotel in Universal City is the home of The Hill | Los Angeles which is hosting Holidays on the Hill from December 7 – 17th, 2023. The event is located at the old pool area and is set up to look like a modern-day Christmas Market.
Corina: From Lap Dance to Sundance: CASA 0101 Los Angeles Theater
The World Premiere of Corina: From Lap Dance to Sundance, directed by Emmanuel Deleage, is currently playing at CASA 0101 Theater in Boyle Heights through December 17, 2023. It is the story of Corina Calderon, a Latina actress who grew up in a household fraught with domestic abuse.
Los Angeles Holiday Events
We may not have snow in Los Angeles, but the city has an abundance of holiday events that are fun for the entire family. I have listed some of my favorites below. This page will be updated closer to the holidays with more events. Stay tuned.
The Dr. Suess Experience: Interactive Event in Santa Monica
I was invited to a preview of The Dr. Suess Experience which is currently housed at Santa Monica Place near the 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica. I had been at the same location several months before for the World of Barbie Tour.
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BabyBoomster.com is a lifestyle blog for active women over 50 who want the best out of life no matter their circumstances. Topics include fashion, beauty, wellness, travel, entertainment and more. BoominginLA.com is a travel blog for things to do in Los Angeles that do not require wearing a bikini or riding a skateboard. I am a woman over 60 who is a blogger, social media influencer and long-time professional voice actor.
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