May 15th, 2015 at 9:30 am
San Diego locals and tourists alike agree that San Diego is one of the nicest and most interesting cities to live in or visit. There are hundreds of things to do and see, such as visiting the beaches, zoo, local craft breweries, or one of the world-class universities.
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May 15th, 2015 at 9:00 am
As a pet parent, you know it all: their favorite chew toy, favorite lounging spot, and what each bark, meow, or chirp means. So what happens when you can’t be there to care for your pet?
Maybe you work long hours or are going on vacation. Boarding your dog or cat is an option, but wouldn’t they feel more comfortable in their own home? And what do you do with your cockatoo, bunnies, or bearded dragon? Pet sitting might be a good option for pet parents who are nervous about how their animals might react to separation and boarding in a new, unfamiliar place. Pet sitters care for your pets in your home or theirs. Of course, trusting someone with your furry family member might be not be easy.
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May 15th, 2015 at 8:30 am
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Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Malibu usually get top billing as “home of the stars.” Traditionally, that’s because movie and TV celebrities like to live near the big studios in the Los Angeles area.
But Santa Barbara County has its fair share of celeb homes and movie locations as well. In fact, California’s original filmmaking capital was the city of Santa Barbara. Flying A, the first major studio of the silent-movie era, was founded there in 1910. Thirteen years later, giant sets for the silent classic The Ten Commandments were built and then abandoned in the sand dunes of Guadalupe, signifying the county’s debut as a cinematic player. Scenes in almost 500 popular titles have been filmed in the region since 1910, according to Internet Movie Database.
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May 15th, 2015 at 8:00 am
Water conservation is a topic those of us in Southern California are all too familiar with. While in the midst of one of the most severe droughts on record, it’s no surprise that counties throughout California are putting together programs to incentivize residents to take part in conservation efforts. Rebates are available for homeowners as well as renters, and typically fall into one of two categories. Rebates can be obtained for indoor and outdoor water-saving technology. Rebates can be obtained through programs from California American Water and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. Many of these rebates can easily be applied for online.
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May 15th, 2015 at 7:30 am
Even though the state is in the grip of a drought, you might not know it by visiting some of Los Angeles County’s largest public and private gardens. Magnificent landscaping is still the norm at institutions ranging from the Huntington Library to the Getty Center to Descanso Gardens. Thanks to water-wise gardening and water-conservation efforts, these venues continue to attract visitors, as well as educate with tips and techniques for home gardeners. Many have opened low-water-use demonstration gardens.
Here is a list of some of the spigot-savvy gardens in the area:
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