By C.A. Haire Traditionally, consumers shopping for a luxury Japanese SUV will consider the Lexus or Infiniti brands. Now Mazda has entered the upgrade market with their CX-70 offering. If the name does not impress, its $58K price tag of this Premium Plus model should. An outstanding feature is found under the hood. Instead of […]
Fun to Drive: Fiat 500e electric commuter is impressive
By C.A. Haire Consumers shopping for a new electric car will notice most in the showroom are very expensive. Occasionally one pops up that is not only reasonably priced, but has impressive styling. This applies to the Fiat 500e. Currently, it is the most popular small EV in Europe, and Fiat wants it to be […]
On the Cutting Edge: Dr. Jenny Wang uplifts Playa Vista
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski When Tom and Dr. Jenny Wang were searching for the perfect place to raise a family and start a comprehensive dermatology practice, Playa Vista topped the list. They founded SoCal Skin and Surgery, which specializes in medical, cosmetic and surgical services. “We did look all over LA for a good location,” Dr. […]
Hot Off the Presses: Cayton Children’s Museum unveils new programs, partnerships
By Ashley Meza The Cayton Children’s Museum at Santa Monica Place has unveiled new events. It is offering a new Parents’ Night Out series and teaming up with Santa Monica Place retailers as a part of a reinvigorated rewards program. The Cayton Children’s Museum was previously the Zimmer Children’s Museum and moved into the Santa […]
Summer Adventures: What’s new in the world of amusement parks
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski This summer marks a new era of fun for local amusement park fans as renovations and fantasy worlds come alive. Stop by these parks for a refreshing adventure. Legoland California Resort Legoland California Resort is celebrating its 25th birthday year with the debut of North America’s Lego World Parade and a new […]
Have Fun This Summer: Camp activities for children run the gamut
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Whether kids are into theater, sports or crafts, there is a summer camp to keep every child entertained. Here is a sampling of what’s offered this year. UCLA Recreation Summer Camps Sunset Canyon Recreation Center 111 Easton Drive, Los Angeles 310-825-3671 Various locations campregistration@recreation.ucla.edu recreation.ucla.edu/summercamps2024 UCLA is offering 16 camps from June […]
Extraordinary Rides: Drivers can’t go wrong with the Lexus UX 250h Hybrid
By C.A. Haire For those shopping for a quality SUV who don’t need a large vehicle, the Lexus 250h hybrid is worth a look. It’s certainly on the compact side, and trunk space is limited, which explains why there is no spare tire — but it fits into a garage or parking space with ease, […]
Creating Space for Color: BIPOC retailers play an important role in preserving fashion history
By Francesca Bermudez Ronnie Blades grew up in Pasadena surrounded by two fashionable female figures with wardrobes that crossed generations. Blades was enamored with the beauty and style of her grandmother, Alberta Price, who was “a bit of a socialite in LA.” Price attended exclusive Black events in Los Angeles that were not segregated. She […]
Creating a Community: Playa Vista residents build platform for startups
By Luke Netzley Los Angeles has become the third-largest startup ecosystem in the United States, according to reports, with a collection of its Westside cities gaining the nickname “Silicon Beach.” Home to companies like Microsoft, Google and YouTube, Playa Vista stands at the heart of this tech-driven, creative explosion. Residents Kenny Lum and Satoshi Miyagawa […]
Cultivating the Future: WealthGarden f.s. helps clients’ finances grow and thrive
By Alison Stanton For as long as Josephti Cruz can remember, she has enjoyed taking care of others. Whether it’s being a trusted “rock” for a friend or doing whatever she can to make life easier for a family member, Cruz finds joy and fulfillment in being a calm and reassuring presence in other people’s […]