Our Favorite Pieces from the LA Art Show 2020
When we attended the LA Art Show in 2018, we saw a lot of art that we loved. This year was just as fun, but even better because my daughter Aria’s greater appreciation for art, now that she is older. Since she was young, probably around 2 or 3, she has shown an interest in […]
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Check out “Dogs! A Science Tail” Exhibit before it leaves the California Science Center
There is a special dog-focused exhibit at the California Science Center that will be ending in the new year. The exhibit allows humans to experience what it’s like from a dog’s perspective from all senses. My six-year old daughter really enjoyed it. In a timed run, she learned she runs as fast as a pug! […]
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Five things we loved about Colburn’s Community School Drama Class
For the Fall Session, my daughter was invited by Colburn School to attend a Community School class (and for me to review). We chose the Creative Dramatics Class, for ages 5-7. It is a the class young students take to prepare them for the regular drama classes. Located in Downtown Los Angeles and held on […]
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Two Bit Circus in DTLA’s new take on family entertainment
A few weeks ago, my daughter and I attended a special media preview of entertainment hub, TWO BIT CIRCUS, in Downtown L.A. Appropriately named, it’s a carefully curated, mish-mash of “old school” and modern day entertainment, flexible to the needs of the audience. The goal of the founders and team behind TWO BIT CIRCUS is […]
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Rilakkuma Pop-Up Shop presented by JapanLA Summer 2018
This past Saturday, my daughter and I attended (as media guests) the grand opening party of the JapanLA Rilakuuma Pop-Up Shop in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. Who is Rilakkuma? Rilakkuma is a character of the Tokyo-based stationery San-X company. Rilakkuma is a brown bear character, known for relaxing, taking it easy, and being well-loved by […]
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L.A. Times Festival of Books Recap
Since I had to work that day, my husband Josh covered the L.A. Times Festival of Books and brought our daughter along for the experience. Below is his post. As a parent, I am continually searching for unique methods to inspire my daughter. No matter what technology may devise however, 9 times out of 10, whenever […]
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Romeo & Juliet performance by The Joffrey Ballet at The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion March 9-17
Review By Jonna Coleman Last Friday, March 9th, I attended the opening night performance of Romeo & Juliet performed by the Joffrey Ballet at The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Downtown Los Angeles. It was such a beautiful and special night introducing my (nearly 12 year old) daughter to the ballet. It seemed like […]
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L.A. Art Show 2018 recap
Over the weekend, I attended L.A. Art Show for the first time. It’s an annual event, where local and international museum curators and galleries bring modern and contemporary art of all mediums to one space for several days. I attended on Saturday with my husband and 4-year old daughter, and again on Sunday with a […]
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Chrysler Pacifica Reception at the L.A. Auto Show
On Wednesday, November 29th, we got a sneak peek of the new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid at the L.A. Auto Show. There were guest appearances by television personality Vanessa Lachey, “Speechless” actor Micah Fowler, and Top Chef Junior contestants Maxine and Rahanna. There were yummy, kid-friendly treats including pizza zucchini bites, mac and cheese bites, and […]
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3rd Annual Los Angeles Paella Wine & Beer Festival Oct. 7th and Giveaway
When: Saturday, October 7th Time: 1:00PM – 6:00PM Location: Pershing Square – 532 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-los-angeles-paella-wine-beer-festival-tickets-36222886629 Note: This is a 21 and over event. Tickets are non-refundable, rain or shine event. The Event The 3rd Annual Paella, Wine & Beer Festival is a celebration of Paella – a dish that comes to […]
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