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,...
Father’s Day falls on June 21 this year. This guide is perfect for teens struggling to find the right gift for their dads. Sometimes the budget is hard to follow, especially if you want to get a “grown up” gift. The secret to the perfect gift is to recognize the work...
When cancer treatment ends, many people expect relief and celebration. While that is often true, surviving cancer is not simply a finish line, it can bring emotional and personal challenges that continue long after treatment.Each year, the first Sunday in June marks...
To celebrate the opening of Santa Monica’s seventh community garden, a block party will be held on 19th Street between Delaware and Pico on June 14, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event is open to all and will have activities for all ages.This garden is not only for the...
In years past, it was not unusual to see lawn chairs quietly appear along Sunset Boulevard several days before the parade itself. Long before the marching bands arrived or the first flag waved down the parade route, the excitement had already begun.For generations,...
You just pulled into your driveway from picking the kids up from school. There was silence from one kid, shouting and kicking from another, and you forgot to buy groceries. As you turn off the engine, you ask yourself, what just happened?As a parent, you carry an...
A: Typhus is a fleaborne illness that can cause serious infections in people. Typhus is caused by a microorganism called a Rickettsia. It can cause fevers, rash, and headaches in people and often requires hospitalization. There were 220 cases reported in L.A. County...
After someone has died, if the credit card company does not file a claim against the estate within 120 days, then they don’t have to pay the credit card debt. That’s only half true. When there is a Probate, there is an automatic 120-day “Creditor’s Claims Period” that...
The team at the Upway Showroom in Redondo Beach will set you up for a trial ride on an e-bike that will make you comfortable. Upway is revolutionizing e-bike retail by making premium electric mobility accessible and sustainable. Based out of their Los Angeles UpCenter...
The Santa Monica History Museum has named Anne Wallentine as its new Executive Director. Anne previously served as the museum’s curator from 2023-2025, where she developed innovative exhibitions and community-focused programs highlighting the city’s cultural and civic...
It’s been more than a year since the fire changed everything. Like so many others, Julia and I found ourselves displaced, adjusting to a version of life we never expected. What we thought might be a temporary chapter stretched into months, and then into more than a...
