George Takei: A Life of Courage, Resistance, and Truth George Takei came out in 2005 at the age of 68, even though he knew he was gay by the time he was just 9 years old. “Society groomed me to be closeted,” he once said. For most of his life, he had to hide who … Continue reading »
I’ve long known that Lindsay Wildlife Experience is a go-to spot for moms, thanks to countless recommendations in local Facebook parenting groups—but I hadn’t visited until now. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed by a friendly volunteer who excitedly told us about an upcoming outdoor session—but kept the animal a surprise to build … Continue reading »
Bay Area Festivals welcomes you to the 34th Annual Bay Area KidFest, happening Memorial Day Weekend — May 24, 25 & 26! On opening day, we had the chance to see Puppy Pals, as featured on America’s Got Talent! Kids were invited to sit at the front of the stage to dance and cheer on the talented … Continue reading »
When looking for places to take the family, don’t underestimate the value of events hosted by your local library or city. My daughter and I recently attended a fantastic “Literacy Festival” organized by the City of Richmond, the Richmond Public Library, Friends of the Library, and a group of dedicated community partners. The event offered … Continue reading »
A few hours away from San Diego in Niland, Calif. 190 miles southeast of Los Angeles, in the lower desert of Southern California in Imperial County just east of the Salton Sea and about an hour and a half from Palm Springs, you will encounter Salvation Mountain. Continue reading »
When in Las Vegas, don’t miss the adorable Hello Kitty Café located in the Fashion Show Mall. This spot features Hello Kitty-themed donuts, cupcakes, seasonal treats, and tons of cute merchandise. Their menu also has limited-time offerings, so be sure to grab your favorites before they’re gone! Everything looked so tempting, but I couldn’t resist the … Continue reading »
If you’re heading to Las Vegas and staying at the Rio Hotel, you’ll definitely want to check out WOW – The Vegas Spectacular. They often offer up to 50% off for guests, but it can change depending on the night—so don’t be shy, ask about show discounts when you check in! The Rio also hosts Penn … Continue reading »
It might not be Yosemite, but Los Penasquitos Canyon Reserve in San Diego has plenty of beautiful trails to explore. One of the best ways to see this 4,000 acre suburban wilderness is on a moderate 7-mile (round-trip) mountain bike ride. Continue reading »
Another day, another body, could Jack the Ripper be back? In The Victorian Ladies’ Detective Collective sisters Loveday (Stacy Ross) and Valeria (Jan Zvaifler) run a boarding house in which many of the neighborhoods theater actresses live. One by one they turn up dead. The fear results in less patrons, and inevitably a cut in pay for the actors which leads Katie (Chelsea Bearce), an American actress and lodger,… Continue reading »
The story is a retelling of the love that exists between the sister’s Procne (Kate Kilbane) and Philomela (Lila Blue) from Ovid’s Metamorphoses. It is described as “part concert, part play, and part dream”. Procne’s father is about to marry her off , the sisters are not having it and run away. The darkness they encounter causes some hesitation to continue, but God (Julia Brothers) takes an interest in the sisters, and brightens up the moon to help them find their way. Continue reading »