Boy Scout Troop 2, from left: Zach Matise, Mario Scaduto, Julian Grosky, Oscar Park, Nathan Hall, Scoutmaster Mr. John Matise, Jacob Browning, James Faries, Jefferson Tinus, and Matthew Oleynikov. Photo by Ken Sleeper This year’s Troop 2 Eagle Scouts completed a wide...
I am not a soccer fan. At least, I wasn’t when the FIFA World Cup arrived in Southern California.Like millions of Americans, I knew it was the world’s biggest sporting event, but I couldn’t explain the offside rule or name more than a handful of international players....
Did you know there’s a form of discrimination that almost everyone will experience? It’s called ageism – the stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination people face because of their age. Unfortunately, it often goes unnoticed. Ageism appears in jokes,...
Often, Summertime is when friends and family who live at a distance visit overnight and we also host friends and family at our own homes. Overnight hosting means anticipating your guest’s needs for meals, daily activities, and sleeping arrangements. It’s...
No matter who we are or how confident we feel, we’re all familiar with the experience of arriving at a crossroads in search of answers to life’s too many questions. Whatever we choose is a result of our decision-making, be it ever so trivial or earth-shakingly...
It’s only 8 a.m. as you drive away from the school drop-off and you are already exhausted. Yes, you just pulled off the “got to school on time” battle – but it was a victory earned through a dozen small standoffs. Mornings serve as a launch pad for...
Careful planning for life insurance and retirement accounts (IRAs, 401Ks) can be undone by beneficiary designations gone wrong. As a real-world example, father purchased life insurance on his own life, with his son as the beneficiary. When the son died unexpectedly,...
Every year, August seems to arrive in the blink of an eye. It feels like we were just celebrating the last day of school,dreaming about lazy mornings, family vacations, and all the possibilities that Summer would bring. Then suddenly, backpacks are filling store...
Here is a bumble bee pollinating a tomato flower. Calling all gardeners and tomato enthusiasts! Join the Community Garden Program at Ishihara Park’s monthly community breakfast for its annual tomato competition! To pique your interest in tomatoes or just get you...
The First African Methodist Episcopal Church of Santa Monica (FAME) continues to stand as a representative of faith, hope, and love in this community at large. This AME Church operates as a part of a connectional church founded in 1787 by free slaves led by Bishop...
Recently, I was driving slowly through a parking garage when a child ran in front of my car. I slammed on the brakes. The child and I stared at each other, frozen, as their parent pulled them away. As I drove away, I imagined the inevitable reprimand: Don’t run...
You can always contact Dr. Lavac at 310-828-4587 with questions about your pets. There are a multitude of concerns for pets during Summer holidays.Here are a few to watch for:1. FireworksAside from the fear and anxiety fireworks can cause pets, they can also be toxic....
You may be the “lucky” person named as Successor Trustee by a friend or relative who has just died. This is not the time for do-it-yourself Trustee work. After dealing with the mortuary and funeral, it is time to reach out to a Trust and Estates attorney to help you...
Every time I pack for traveling, either for a short overnight stay or a long overseas trip, there is always a fear in the back of my head that I have forgotten something: Have I taken everything I need? How about something essential like pajamas? I did once forget to...
Think of this as an introductory course in one of the most important subjects facing older adults and their families: staying safely and comfortably at home as the years go by.• Why Aging in Place Matters: Nearly 90% of adults over age 65 want to remain in their own...
As our nation celebrates its 250th birthday this July, families across the country will gather for fireworks, parades, backyard barbecues, and community celebrations. Children will wave flags, marvel at the fireworks overhead, and perhaps learn a little about the...
Here are some upcoming events at the Santa Monica History Museum for you to discover.Santa Monica’s history is all around us – from the trees that shade our streets to the foods and traditions that connect generations of families. The Santa Monica History Museum...
Officers of Flotilla 12-42 at the Change of Watch for the California Yacht Club, Marina del Rey. From left, Drew Baldwin, Homayoun Jandaghi, and Jennifer Jandaghi. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the waves of Santa Monica Bay. With its beautiful landscapes and...
Above is an example of a film poster created by Talivaldis Stubis from his large collection. Read his story by his son, Mark Stubis One hundred years ago, one of the most creative and prolific graphic designers of the 20th Century was born and went on to help produce...
Families having fun together create many Summer memories.Photo by Julia Nilsen Lombari Sometimes it takes losing some-thing to appreciate it. Despite living near some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, I recently realized I had not spent a full day at the...
Few Americans understand the torture of hunger these days. On the contrary, we are having the opposite problem of eating too much, lured by ever-present food commercials and aromas escaping from eateries conveniently located all over our streets. At home, a...
When it comes to finances and estate planning, the question of how much to share with your children has many answers. For some families, money is just not something to talk about. Finances are private and held close. Some families are worried their children might be...
Q: What are some good tips for care of parrots?A: 1. Diet: Poor qual ity, seed-based dietsare a leading factor in predisposing disease in parrots. Feed 70% pellet diets with approximately 20% dark green vegetables and a small amount of seed/nuts (approximately...
If you’ve been to our Pier 360 Beach Festival before, you already know – it’s a grand affair.We’re talking all-day beach volleyball competitions, paddleboard races, swim races, lifeguard competitions, skateboarding, roller- skating, a strongman...
June is party month! Graduations, bridal showers, weddings, first communions, confirmations, and various birthday parties. Of course, hosting these events is a big task. Invitations must be sent, hosts must decide on the location of the party, food to be served,...
