March 24th, 2015 at 9:00 am
What:
Turner Classic Movies’ annual festival is the “reel” deal, as vintage flicks hit the big screen during the four-day event in Hollywood. Restored versions of “Apollo 13,” “Spartacus,” “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” and “Steamboat Bill Jr.” are set to premiere. Nab a Spotlight Pass to gain access to screenings, the opening-night gala, and meet-and-greets.
Where:
Locations vary around Hollywood
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March 23rd, 2015 at 10:00 am
What:
Originated in 1963 to create a living history for schoolchildren and their families, the Original Renaissance Faire has grown into an annual event that hosts more than 200,000 participants. The faire is comprised of 20 acres of entertainment, including 13 stages of various shows and comedies, jousting tournaments and the Queen and her glittering court. Guests can partake in true Renaissance activities, such as arts and crafts, delicious foods and spirits, music, dance, rides, and games. Many who attend come dressed in time-period costumes and, though not required, it certainly enhances the magic. Entertainment this year will feature several new and exciting shows like Acrobatix, a crowd-pleasing two-person comedy circus guaranteed to be high energy and highly memorable. Aerial dancers, action theater, featured characters and stage shows are just a fraction of the cultural diversity you will find.
Where:
Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area
15501 E Arrow Highway
Irwindale, CA 91706
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March 20th, 2015 at 8:30 am
A daytrip to any of the five islands that comprise Channel Islands National Park is a welcome break from the hustle and bustle of urban life. But for some people, a day isn’t long enough.
If you’re a hardy adventurer who wants to spend more time soaking in the wonders of these close yet remote ecosystems, you can reserve an overnight campsite managed by the National Park Service.
Year-round campgrounds are on Anacapa, eastern Santa Cruz, western Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara islands. There are no entrance fees to visit the park, but the park service charges $15 per night per campsite.
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March 19th, 2015 at 10:00 am
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Few things announce to the world that your city is a center of arts and culture like a first-class opera house. Spectacular buildings that are as much works of art as the performances they house are attractions everywhere from Sydney to Copenhagen to Vienna, and now Yuhang in China can add itself to this prestigious list.
Henning Larsen, the world-renowned architectural firm behind the Royal Danish Opera House and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Riyadh, has turned its considerable expertise toward designing the Yuhang Chinese Opera House. Featuring a design modeled around a unique geometric façade with a sloping roof, the proposed opera house will be the centerpiece of a cultural arts district, complete with two museums and an art school.
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March 19th, 2015 at 8:00 am
You don’t need to know the difference between a monkey flower and a coyote mint to know that “wildflower season” is upon us in Southern California. From now into May, countless uncultivated varieties greet the spring with bursts of color from the desert to the sea.
Knowing when and where to visit the seasonal blooms can be a challenge due to elevation and climate. One of the best sources is the Theodore Payne Wild Flower Hotline, founded 32 years ago as a weekly phone report but now offered only online. Reports with the latest sightings, photos, and directions are published weekly as Word and PDF files.
Below is a list of some of the more reliable places to view, photograph, and revel in the beauty of our region’s wildflowers. Some are an easy walk to get to, others can be a bit of a hike. To avoid monochromatic landscapes, check ahead before you put pedal to the metal to see the petals.
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