March 18th, 2015 at 8:00 am
What:
Celebrate Japanese culture and the beautiful, flowing cherry blossoms at Descanso Gardens’ annual Cherry Blossom Festival. The event features music, origami, food, and guided garden walks. All ages are welcome and prices range from $4-$9. Visit website for event features and times.
Where:
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
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March 17th, 2015 at 8:00 am
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Travel from North Hollywood to Studio City on car-free streets. The method of transportation is up to you as long as it’s non-motorized wheel power. CicLAvia in the Valley will run 5.5 miles along Lankershim Boulevard between the North Hollywood Metro Red Line stop at Chandler Boulevard and the Universal Studio Red Line stop, and along Ventura Boulevard between Campo de Cahuenga and Coldwater Canyon. This event is brought to you by Metro Los Angeles and serves as a grassroots initiative to build on the discussion about open streets events, active transportation, urban land use, and public health needs in Los Angeles.
Where:
San Fernando Valley
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March 16th, 2015 at 8:00 am
What:
Prepare your senses because the Winner’s Circle BBQ Championship is coming to town in Arcadia. In what can only be described as the ultimate live competition barbecuing experience, you will find more than 70 teams dedicated to grilling up the most delectable, mouthwatering, fall-off-the-bone meats possible. You’ll smell the sweet smells of hickory and pecan wood, watch the teams as they master an open flame, and get to taste the best of their competitive labor. Under the judges’ scrutiny and based on your votes, awards will be given out to the best teams at the end of the day. Surrounding the excitement will be races that take place throughout the day, as well as demonstrations by competitors from popular cooking shows, the new Kid’s Que competition, and a selection of alcoholic beverages. A bit of advice: Bring a chair, arrive early for the best meats, and prepare your appetite!
Where:
Santa Anita Park
285 W Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91007
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March 13th, 2015 at 7:30 am
Finding the “best brunch” in any city depends a lot on your definition. Most food choices? Best price? Quality of ingredients? Overall dining experience?
As an international dining mecca, Los Angeles offers plenty of brunch choices for any type of cuisine and every budget. But where to start?
We’ve found five restaurants that serve at least one brunch a week in the sprawling city. Consider dining at one on your next visit, then vote with your palate on an online review site. There probably are more sites than restaurants, so check out the reviews before you commit your stomach to what should be a memorable meal.
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March 11th, 2015 at 8:00 am
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If you’re thinking about a home-improvement project, get inspired, motivated, and excited at the Pasadena Spring Home Show. The event will feature a wide selection of home-improvement professionals, and attendees will have an opportunity to shop, compare, and save on home repairs. Get expert advice and start building a face-to-face relationship with prospective contractors by attending this two-day show.
Where:
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
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