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The Rose Bowl Flea Market Is Full of Fun Finds

If you’re a local like me who is always looking for something new to do you might have heard of the Rose Bowl Flea Market. I did not grow up going to flea markets and therefore never made an effort to go to one when I moved to LA. However, after watching some fellow Instagrammers …

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Banter and Bliss Candle Making Class in Los Angeles

My friend Bruno always comes up with great ideas to gift me for my birthday! This year he gifted me a candle making class which I knew I would enjoy but could not have imagined how much I would love the experience. If you like making things and like candles this is truly a great …

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The Funko Pop Store in Hollywood Is A Must See

As you probably know Funko Pops are incredibly popular. A few months ago a Funko Pop Store in Hollywood opened up and quickly became an Instagram hot spot. In addition to having a lot of great merchandise, the store has a lot of well-done photo ops. Since this is a store it is free to …

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Stop By The Oldest Existing McDonald’s in Downey

Did you know that Downey California is home to the oldest existing McDonald’s? Last fall I was driving to South Gate and my GPS took me through Downey. As I passed by this McDonald’s I immediately turned around to check it out. I absolutely loved the sign! Little did I know how special and unique …

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Attend the Free SAG Indie Low Budget Film Workshops

Did you know that anyone can attend free SAG Indie Low Budget Film Workshops? The best part is that you do not have to be a member of SAG in order to attend. I found out about this event thanks to a wonderful Facebook group that I belong to with fellow creatives. Once I was …

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The Festival of Lights at The Mission Inn Is A Must Do

This past week I was blessed to get to go to the very first night of the 27th annual Festival of Lights at the Mission Inn in Riverside. This event will showcase 5 million lights over a five-week period. If you are able to go on opening night in the future it is well worth …

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The Writers Guild Library A Free Resource in Los Angeles

The Writers Guild Library is one of the best-hidden gems in Los Angeles. I call this a hidden gem because while many in the industry might know that it exists, most people in LA are unaware. This is a wonderful resource for writers of any level because it is open to the public and is …

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The Formosa Cafe a Hollywood Hot Spot Returns

The Formosa Cafe is a Hollywood hot spot that is completely unique and filled with history. This cafe first opened its doors in 1939 and while they did close for three years they have finally reopened! It was the close proximity to the Samuel Goldwyn Studios that most likely contributed to the stars flocking to …

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My Favorite Places to Find the Best Views of LA

So you’re looking for the best views of LA? This post will help you discover my favorite locations for views of the city. Because I am constantly exploring and finding new places I will update this as I come across more places. This post contains affiliate links. That means if you click on a link …

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How to Get to the Not So Secret Swing in Elysian Park

Have you seen photos of the secret swing in Elysian Park on Instagram? Thanks to the popular photo-sharing app the swing is a secret no more. While there is a chance that when you go you’ll be the only group there be prepared to have to wait for other groups to take their photos. When …

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Fun Things to Do For Your Birthday in Los Angeles

Are you looking for fun things to do for your birthday in Los Angeles? Lucky for you there are so many great things to choose from. Whether you want to have a big get-together with your friends or something with close friends and family there are venues for everyone. This post contains affiliate links. That …

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Movie Theatres in LA That Are Worth Checking Out

It should come as no shock that Los Angeles has some great movie theatres. While most of the theatres are from the Golden Age of Hollywood there are still new theatres making their mark on the city. What makes the movie theatres unique are their design, history, and special events. Here are the movie theatres …

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Westfield Century City An Outdoor Mall with Great Events

One of the best things about some of the malls in LA is that they have more than just good stores. A lot of the malls host some pretty great events throughout the year. Westfield Century City is one of those malls. On a weekly basis, they typically have at least one event and sometimes …

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Aroma Coffee and Tea is My Favorite Place to Eat in LA

If you are looking for a place to eat in Los Angeles that is beloved by the locals check out Aroma Coffee and Tea. Located in the quiet neighborhood of Studio City is this charming eatery. The line is almost always out the door but it is always worth the wait. This is my go-to …

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The Bradbury Building in Downtown Los Angeles

The main thing that will catch your eye once up step inside the Bradbury Building in Downtown Los Angeles is the glass ceiling. Inside this building is a lobby that is truly unlike any other spot in LA. The building, commissioned by Lewis L. Bradbury, was built in 1893. Nowadays, this is still a building …

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Ways to Make Extra Money in Los Angeles

Are you looking to make extra money in Los Angeles? I don’t have to be the one to tell you that living in LA can get expensive real quick! Luckily, living in Los Angeles does provide ample opportunities to make money with several different side hustles. These are all things that I have tried myself …

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The Million Dollar Theatre One of LA’s Oldest Movie Palaces

Living in Los Angeles has some perks and one of my favorite perks is all of our beautiful movie theatres from the Golden Age of Hollywood. While some of these theatres like the TCL Chinese Theatre are still open daily others like The Million Dollar Theatre only open up for a few events throughout the …

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Enjoy Beautiful Views of DTLA From Vista Hermosa Park

I am constantly looking for new places to check out in Los Angeles. Especially places that have fabulous views of the city of angels. A long time ago I stumbled across a picture of someone on a bench with a gorgeous view of DTLA behind them. I saved the photo on my Instagram but it …