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Amerigo Vespucci Italian Ship in the USA on July 4th
This post details the events related to the historic "Amerigo Vespucci" Italian Navy ship stopping in L.A. during it's world tour.
Jul 4, 20245 min read


Photo Gallery: 44th Occasional Pasadena Doo Dah Parade (2023)
This photo gallery shows some of the creative zaniness from the almost-annual, family friendly Doo Dah Parade in Pasadena, California.
Nov 21, 20231 min read


Photo Gallery: Sugar Ray Live at a School Festival in L.A. (Retrospective)
This post is a photo essay of a Sugar Ray free concert in Los Angeles.
Aug 10, 20231 min read


This… Is… Jeopardy! What It's Like Watching a Live Taping In L.A.
This post details what it's like watching a live taping of the game show Jeopardy!, as part of the studio audience.
Apr 29, 20236 min read


Photo Essay: American Heroes Helicopter Air Show (2022)
Views from the American Heroes Air Show in the Sylmar area of Los Angeles and featuring helicopters
Nov 14, 20221 min read


Exploring: What to See in Los Angeles (and to Skip, from a Local's Perspective)
This post provides a rundown of all the best sights to see in Los Angeles, from the perspective a local.
Mar 9, 202216 min read


Exploring: All the Views of the Hollywood Sign
This post highlights all the best spots for viewing the iconic Hollywood sign in Southern California.
Feb 20, 20226 min read


A View from the Inside: Going to Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles (2022)
This is the story of two Angelenos, originally from Ohio, going to watch the Super Bowl between the L.A. Rams and Cincinnati Bengals.
Feb 16, 202212 min read


The Vindicated Tom Cruise Sighting in Hollywood
Just starting out in Hollywood, I missed a chance to see Tom Cruise. This is a story about redemption for that missed opportunity.
Jan 1, 20222 min read


Space Shuttle Endeavour In The Skies and Streets Of L.A.
This post details Space Shuttle Endeavour's retirement flight and the start of its move to the California Science Center in L.A.
Sep 20, 20123 min read


Exploring: The Rock (Levitated Mass) in Los Angeles (updated in 2023)
This post chronicles the installation and experience visiting Levitated Mass at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).
Mar 10, 20123 min read
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