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Hara Sushi: Great value and a very happy happy hour

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Tucked cozily on Wilshire and Wellesley, this sushi restaurant serves up all the favorites without the hefty price tag. Coming to Hara means a friendly staff awaits you, and your dinner won't cause any buyer's remorse.

The Hideout: Never a cover, always a party

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

This spot in Santa Monica is a place for locals and unpretentious visitors to get cozy and share a fun time. With specialty drinks, burlesque shows, comedy, DJs and karaoke, it's a party at Hideout until closing time.

T's Thai Restaurant: Authentic, quick and inexpensive Thai

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Just off Third Street Promenade, this restaurant has less hustle and bustle and more good food for your money than restaurants on the main drag. Come here for a yummy curry or Thai noodle without breaking the bank.

Maha Yoga: Upbeat yoga in Brentwood

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

San Vicente's Maha Yoga, founded by Steve Ross, keeps customers happy with upbeat music, friendly attitudes and a fiercely amazing workout.

Brentwood Country Mart: Shops and dining at your fingertips

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Brentwood Country Mart is a popular destination for Brentwood residents and beyond. With a post office, dining, clothing stores, home goods and even a shoe repair shop, this mart has got it all.

Tada Cafe: fresh food that feels great

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

From the bright orange walls to the fresh, delicious and inexpensive lunch items, Tada is a simple and pleasing experience. If you're close, pop in and grab a sandwich or coffee to go.

Canyon Charter Elementary School: Strong values since 1894

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

This Santa Monica school gained charter status in 1993, but it has been teaching strong values, community, arts and arithmetic to students since its humble 1894 beginnings.

Sonny McLean's Irish Pub: Where sporty New Englanders reunite

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Sonny's on Wilshire prides itself on its Boston roots. Die hard Red Sox fans find solace here during baseball season and beyond. You'll find beer, wine, burgers and flat screens and all the Boston sports you'll ever need.

Taste of the World Festival: Travel the globe without leaving LA

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

On Nov. 5-7, 2010, check out LA's Taste of the World Festival, where food, wine, dancing and culture culminates into a fun filled five-continent extravaganza.

Huntington Dog Beach: Let Fido run free

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

This beach is charming and full of canine life. If you're looking for a different, fun weekend activity, let Fido run loose and let your stress wash away with the waves.

Yangtze Restaurant: Asian flavors on the promenade

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Affordable Chinese, Japanese, Thai and sushi along Third Street Promenade pleases locals and visitors alike. Sit at the sushi bar and chat with the chef or sit out in the open and people-watch.

The Cafe: Casual Mediterranean fare in Getty Villa

Sat, 10 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Located on the second level of the Getty Villa grounds you ll find the Caf serving Mediterranean fare including sandwiches, wraps, pizza, pasta, desserts and a variety of drinks including wine.

Glow 2010: An all-night art frenzy Sept. 25 on Santa Monica Beach

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

On September 25, 2010, Glow returns to Santa Monica Beach with commissions by Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, Lee Broson and more. Find culture and art from sun down to sun up and be a part of this year's Glow.

Diesel, A Bookstore: A quaint literary heaven in Brentwood

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

This cozy bookstore inside the Brentwood Country Mart has the books you're lusting after. And if it doesn't, staffers are ready to find your dream book for you.

Kay 'n Dave's Cantina: Experts at chips and salsa

Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

This Brentwood spot has plenty of Mexican dishes for your delight. The menu has a variety of soups, salads, tacos and burritos made from healthy, fresh ingredients.

La Petite Cafe: French charm and cuisine on cozy Colorado Avenue

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The chefs at La Petite Cafe know their French cuisine, and you can taste it. Try seafood Bouillabaisse, poached salmon, honey-ginger glazed duck or filet mignon. Oh, and wash that down with some superb wine. It's French.

Paint:Lab: Unlock your creative side

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Paint:Lab offers painting materials and a cool workspace in Santa Monica. Take a workshop and enjoy some creative instruction or make your own masterpiece in the open painting lab.

Magicopolis: you're never too old for a little magic

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Visitors of all ages have been wowed by the enchanting mix of comedy and illusion at Magicopolis. The husband and wife team will have you laughing and cheering until the very end.

Casa Escobar: Mexican dining in a retro paradise

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Whether you're in the mood for enchiladas, burritos or tacos, Casa Escobar can fill your belly without emptying your pocket. They also serve yummy margaritas!

Coogie's Cafe: Breakfast is served on Santa Monica Boulevard

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If you're looking for pancakes at 5 p.m. or omelets at 8 p.m., Coogie's Cafe is the place for your breakfast-all-day needs. Located on Santa Monica Boulevard, Coogie's offers indoor and outdoor seating with a friendly smile.

Morgan-Wixson Theatre: 60 plus seasons of greatness

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Residents and visitors can count on quality entertainment and culture at Morgan-Wixson Theatre. Home of the Santa Monica Theatre Guild, this troupe has stood the test of time.

Dragon Palace: Great Chinese food for those on a budget

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

This cozy little spot on Santa Monica Boulevard prides itself on fresh, quick food at an amazing price. Lunch specials are under $5 and take-out dinners are $5. Save your money and fill your tummy at Dragon Palace.

Santa Monica Pier: Ride the waves on the West Coaster

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The pier in Santa Monica is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. With an amusement park, an aquarium, restaurants, street performers and a trapeze school, there's plenty to do at this historic attraction.

Kaido Japanese Cuisine: Mouthwatering sushi at a fair price

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The folks at Kaido are friendly and quick and the sushi rivals any upscale sushi joint. Come here for an inexpensive lunch and leave with a smile.

Music Center: The performing arts come to life in Los Angeles

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Music Center serves as the premier performing arts center of Los Angeles County and is one of the three largest and most highly regarded centers in the United States.

BriXton: Oldies and newbies take the stage in Redondo

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The official name is BriXton south bay; the capital X signifies that X marks the spot for South Bay live music. The 450-capacity nightclub has been a hotspot since its summer 2008 opening, with a steady flow of national and international touring bands and good L.A. bands as openers. These bands span several genres rock, classic rock, alt rock, punk and reggae with several concerts most weeks.

Huntington Beach: Surf, sand and miniature sloops

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Fun in the sun means flea meets the sea in Huntington Beach.

Taste of LA History at Hollyhock House

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Wine Tasting Fridays at Barnsdall Park bring a little culture, a little community and a lot of LA personality in the shadow of Frank Lloyd Wright s Hollyhock House.

Palihouse: Putting on the style

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Palihouse in West Hollywood seems to be taking on the sheen formerly resigned to the Chateau Marmont crowd in this town.

Scene and Screen at the W Westwood this Summer

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Get your Entourage jones satisfied at the backyard pool parties at W Westwood this summer.

California Science Center: Scientific discovery at every turn

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The California Science Center offers a day of family fun filled with educational exhibits, live demonstrations and interactive learning stations with an abundance of science discovery at every turn.

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels: Where Angels tread

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Even if you are not religious, you will become a devotee of art and architecture when you visit the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angel.

Rock on Water at Red Rock Resort July 24-Sept. 25

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

For rock concerts that cut to the very heart of cool Red Rock Resort might just be the epicenter of hot. Party on the Rocks is its summer rock and pool fest, which means big names and great sounds from the poolside stage that can be enjoyed both in the water and out.

Rock 'n Roll Down Fremont Street

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Summer in Las Vegas just got a little sweeter with the Summer of the 70s concert series line-up at Fremont Street Experience. Through Labor Day weekend, the action in the downtown pedestrian promenade kicks up to the sounds of Styx, Little River Band, Blue Oyster Cult, even Jefferson Starship in tributes and retro rock concerts that bring it all back home.

Las Vegas Hilton: High Times

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The latest entr e into the king-for-a-day vacation in Las Vegas is the Las Vegas Hilton, which just recently opened its Classic Suites Collection to the high-flying tourist.

Redondo/Hermosa Strand: Cruise the beach

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Balloon-tire, one-speed cruiser bikes are the best way to cruise the Strand along L.A. s South Bay beaches. The Strand bike path follows the ocean north from Redondo Beach to Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, and if you re fit and ambitious, far beyond.

California Philharmonic: A music lover's dream

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The California Philharmonic, led by Maestro Victor Vener, is an iconic destination for timeless musical performances in the Los Angeles area.

Baleen Los Angeles: Prince of a restaurant at Redondo's King Harbor

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Baleen, a 234-seat restaurant and lounge where all tables surrender a view of Redondo s King Harbor marinas, features fine dining cuisine billed as New American, with an accent on local seafood. There are also some fun, surprising combinations, such as the BLT Salad that mixes sugar-herb roasted bacon and jalapeno ranch sherry-bacon dressing.

Redondo Harbor & Pier: Affordable and family friendly at the sea

Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Many towns with a marina and pier can be found along the Southern California coast, but none are quite like Redondo Beach. It isn t pretentious like Newport Beach or ultra-hip like Venice. It s just a beach town where you can take the family to enjoy a seafood meal at a view restaurant and take your pick of numerous activities, with none of them expensive and many of them free. Redondo is best described as authentic, affordable and family-friendly.

Voyager Excursions: Whale watching and boating from Redondo Marina

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Few beach towns in all of Southern California offer so many affordable options for heading out to sea, or at least taking a spin around a harbor, as Redondo Beach. And RB s King Harbor is nearly as popular with sea creatures as with weekenders, so sea lions, dolphins and whales can all be seen from boats that range from kayaks to the 144-passenger Voyager.

Tony's on the Pier: A foghorn blast from the past

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Tony's on the Pier is a Redondo Beach institution, dating back to when Tony Trutanich ended his career as a commercial fisherman to open it in 1952. It's still operated by the family, still offers harbor views from every table, and still serves great seafood and its famous Mai Tais ("7 Million Sold").

The Getty Villa: Explore the arts and culture of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Open since 2006, the Getty Villa is dedicated to sharing the arts and culture of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria. Explore more than 1,200 works of art in the 28 indoor and outdoor collection galleries take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy live performances, lectures and symposia in the auditorium or amphitheatre.

Art A Fair Festival: in Laguna Beach, June 25-August 29, 2010

Sat, 26 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Showcasing more than 125 artists from around the world, the Art A Fair Festival brings together all things creative and inspiring in a variety of mediums including oil paintings, drawing, photography, jewelry, ceramics, wood work and more.

Wahoo's Fish Taco: Fresh tastes on Wilshire

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If you're in the mood for tasty fish tacos with a side of hearty rice and beans, Wahoo's is the place to go. Wash down your palette with the beer of the month and enjoy the pleasant Wahoo atmosphere.

Chic Fix at M Resort's Spa Mio

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Ladies of all ages, shapes, sizes and interests can have a day away with family and friends at M Resort and Spa Mio.

Poolside Pampering, Vegas Style

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Spa has moved outside at Caesars and Flamingo and a little pleasure in an already pleasurable day can go along way for preparing for what the evening brings.

Boutique Bohemia at the Artisan Hotel

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Visitors to Las Vegas who are looking for a little East Village, a little Cambridge, a mini-Berkeley or artsy Montreal off the Strip need only step inside the 62-room Artisan Hotel.

LA Active Adventures: Adventures in modern civilization

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

There is a lot more you don t know that you stand to learn if you take a very cool and informative experiential tour of Los Angeles with LA Active Adventures.

Runyon Canyon: Walking with the stars (and their dogs)

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

For those who would prefer to hike with the stars, Runyon Canyon "peaking" out above the Hollywood neon should be the path of choice for nature shows and the latest in exercise chic. The three-mile roundtrip hike ascends about 400 feet to views that can see all the way to Catalina Island on a clear day.

Newport Landing Whale Watching: The blue whales are here early this year!

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

In the mid-1980s, the fate of some of the largest mammals on Earth was in real question. For most species of whales now, however, the future looks much brighter, and adventures like Newport Landing Whale Watching are helping to promote the love of these awesome creatures.