Whether at the federal, state or local level of government, policy makers are struggling to address myriad challenges, including soaring deficits, global warming, terrorism, skyrocketing health care costs and poor performing schools, just to … [Continue reading]
Get Your Exercise Gear Ready for the 33rd Annual Firecracker Run/Walk and Bike Ride
February 4, 2011 7:09 pm By
Looking for a fun way to get some exercise, perhaps explore a new part of town and support a good cause? Then come on out for the 33rd Annual Firecracker Run / Walk and Bike Ride. Organized by the Los Angeles Firecracker Run Committee, a … [Continue reading]
Jazz Pick of the Week – Kenny Garrett Quartet
February 4, 2011 5:15 pm By
When it came to evaluating other musicians, Miles Davis was better known for caustic putdowns than effusive praise. But when a cat had something to say, the legendary trumpeter didn’t hesitate to hand out props. “All these … [Continue reading]
Photojournalism Exhibition Comes to Orange County
February 2, 2011 4:03 am By
As a news junkie who regularly spends hours each week reading stories about events unfolding in my backyard and around the world both in print and online, I’ve always admired the work of photojournalists. The most skilled artfully blend … [Continue reading]
Coming Soon to SCI-Arc
January 29, 2011 5:50 am By
Two new exhibitions are coming to the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), located in downtown LA. Since they don’t open until early February, I haven’t seen of either of them yet. However, I am … [Continue reading]
Jazz Pick of the Week – Ernie Watts Quartet
January 27, 2011 3:36 pm By
Tenor saxophonist Ernie Watts is probably best known for his passionately lyrical work with bassist Charlie Haden’s Quartet West, a group that’s honed a nostalgia-laced, cinematic sensibility inspired by 1940s film noir. He first gained … [Continue reading]
Art Los Angeles Contemporary – 2nd Edition
January 26, 2011 11:10 pm By
The LA art scene got off to a fast start this year with photo l.a. and LA Art Show, among many other noteworthy events and happenings. Now comes Art Los Angeles Contemporary (ALAC), the youngest show to emerge on the region’s January … [Continue reading]
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