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From Me to You

For those of us who experienced the last unprecedented heat wave last month, the most recent breezy days have been a blessing. If you...

Santa Monica Playhouse Unique Community Treasure

Santa Monica Playhouse, on 4th Street, just below Wilshire Boulevard, was originally founded and run by Ted Roter, James Arness, and Eric...

Reliving My Chinese Childhood Through Old Western Movies

I love American classic movies, especially old Westerns. To me, they are not just exotic and inspirational, but also echo the life I once...

Start Your Day With Breakfast at Flapjax Diner, Now Open in Santa Monica

A new restaurant has opened on Wilshire Boulevard near the corner of 24th Street. The front is painted a deep blue, and the name Flapjax...

Visit The New Location of Vienna Pastry

Tucked away on the first floor of the Wilshire Bundy Plaza resides one of Santa Monica’s most beloved bakeries – Vienna Pastry. As I...

A New Salon to Discover

If you’re on the hunt for a new hairdresser, look no further than Salon on Barrington, a friendly neighborhood salon. Located on National...