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“Galaxies” Exhibition : Original Paintings by Pam Douglas to Open at TAG Gallery, September 1-26, Bergamot Station
Artist Pam Douglas brings the celestial and cosmic down-home in her September 1-26 exhibit at Bergamot Station, Santa Monica The original “big blue marble”—the first image of our planet taken from space—was taken by Apollo 17 astronauts in 1972. Now, … Continue reading
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Tagged big blue marble, cosmos, deep space, Galaxies, Hubble telescope, nebulae, space
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This Weekend’s Rising Tohoku Food Fair in Torrance Offers Unique Japanese Experience: Exquisite Bites, Crafts for Kids, Art, Music and More Family Fun
Now through Sunday August 23, head toward the sea-breezes for the visually resplendent Rising Tohoku Food Fair, Mitsuwa Marketplace, 21515 Western Avenue, in Torrance. It’s a multimedia happening that the whole family will enjoy, offering an appreciation of the exquisitely … Continue reading
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Tagged japan, Japanese culture, kimono, Samurai, Tohoku
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“Off the Grid” Happening Hook-Up for Live Music
Entrepreneur David Baird rocks a badass axe, a vintage Gibson L-5 or a 1954 Strat, depending on the day. He’s also the founder and CEO of Santa Monica-based Gigmor.com, which he identifies as the leading social network for musicians, bands … Continue reading
Posted in Events, Interviews, Music, Upcoming Events
Tagged algorithm, gigs, jam, musicians, open mic, showcase, talent agent, talent booking
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Sir Angel Romero plays Rodrigo’s Aranjuez, May 21-24, Walt Disney Concert Hall
Classical guitarist Sir Angel Romero first performed Concierto de Aranjuez with the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 1964, when he was just 16 years old. Romero at last will return to play the Andalusian-inspired masterpiece written by his mentor, Joaquin Rodrigo, … Continue reading
The Wet and the Dry, and The Eye, and Other Tales of Drought
“Water, water, every where And all the boards did shrink; – Water, water every where Nor any a drop to drink.” -The Rime of the Ancient Mariner , 1798 I can’t help but think of Coleridge these days as I … Continue reading
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See! Hear! Read! Local Author Desiree Zamorano at LitFest Pasadena, Saturday, May 9
Novelist Desiree Zamorano may be una bruja—though definitely of the glistening, Glinda good-witch variety. Her luminous writing reminds us that the shoes we are wearing right now are in fact the ruby slippers that will take us home—not necessarily where … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Interviews, Upcoming Events
Tagged author, Books, Latina, Latina literature, literacy, mystery novel, writers, writing
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Me So Thorny and Other Tales of the California Drought
On April 1, 2015, Governor Brown issued an Executive Order mandating a 25 per cent reduction in water use for all urban water users. Violating the mandate may result in a fine of $500 per day. Xeriscaping is an obvious … Continue reading
Posted in Health and Beauty, Science & Technology
Tagged bruise, coyote, Desert, desert landscaping, drought, mosquito, state of emergency, water, water shortage, xeriscaping
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The Motherlode: Mamalicious Sweets for May 10 with the New FoodieShares App
This is Your Mother Speaking: Mother’s Day is May 10, and you owe her. Big time. Don’t blow it. Hey—she gave you life, dude. She lugged you around for nine months without complaining (okay, maybe a little complaining). She read … Continue reading
Posted in Food, News & Sports, Upcoming Events
Tagged Cake, foodies, French Toast, gluten-free, Mother's Day, motherhood, organic, vanilla
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Death Positive with “Memento Mori” at La Luz de Jesus
The vibe was anything but solemn at La Luz de Jesus, although liturgical calendars marked April 3rd as Good Friday and Passover. LA-based art historian, author and scholar Paul Koudounaris, decked out in signature Baroque splendor, received swarms of old friends … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Attractions, Books, Events, Fashion, Interviews, Upcoming Events
Tagged bones, cat fashion, charnel, feline fashion, HEAVENLY BODIES, memento mori, ossuary, PAUL KOUDOUNARIS, skeleton, skull
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MEMENTO MORI: A Last Dance with Death at La Luz de Jesus Gallery
“Memento Mori: The Dead Among Us” is the new book from Paul Koudounaris, the world’s leading photographer of the visual culture of death. The exhibition of the same name will open with a book signing on Friday, April 3, at La … Continue reading
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