July 31, 2008 Written by Elena Crevello
DRINK: Brew Haw Haw! August is here and we are nearing the end of summer, but before we bid goodbye to my favorite season let's try to take advantage of the many outdoor events Los Angeles has to offer. The first annual
Brew Haw Haw is an outdoor beer festival that benefits cystic fibrosis. There will be live performances, music, food and beer from microbreweries all around! Tickets are $50 a person and MUST be purchased in advance.
Event Info: Saturday, August 2nd from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m at the Autry Nati...
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July 30, 2008 Written by Amanda Milewski
ZenSpa in Calabasas is the ultimate sanctuary for the eternally busy. The atmosphere is, of course Zen-like, and filled with all the spa amenities one could possibly need, hosted by a staff that is friendly, professional and experienced. The prices are extremely competitive where spas are concerned and parking is always free and ample, too! The result: rejuvenation and relaxation. What more could a spa-seeker ask for?
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July 29, 2008 Written by Danielle Davis
Packing up this summer? If you're planning an in-state move and don't have seven truck-owning friends to help,
Go Green Movers will make things easy on you while going easy on the environment.
With all the perks of any moving company (any trusted, professional moving company, that is),
Go Green operates a
bio-diesel powered fleet of trucks! And we're not talking
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July 28, 2008 Written by Tracy Hepler
ydt EVENT: Power Pilates at Palisades Park this Sunday. Learn more below.
Every now and then, I receive a small pamphlet in the mail from
Team in Training. I look at it and think, "I should really sign up for one of these events." Then of course, life gets in the way, and I create excuses for not doing it.
If you have never heard about it,
Team in Tr...
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July 25, 2008 Written by Connie Wu
When you're vegan, finding something as basic as shoes that aren't made with leather or another animal product can be a huge hassle. Sure, there are always the good ol' canvas & rubber sneakers, but what about when you want dress shoes for work or some cute summer sandals?
At
Alternative Outfitters, you can find animal-free shoes, clothing and accessories to go with any outfit. Standout lines include
J-41 Eco Design shoes made from recycled animal-friendly materials with 100% recycled packaging. You'll also find lots of fun reusable shopper totes like the
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July 24, 2008 Written by Elena Crevello
LISTEN: Cal Phil on the Green CAL
This
Saturday July 26th the California Philharmonic will be performing songs by
Rogers and Hammerstein at the
Los Angeles County Arboretum. Tickets start as low as $20 and guests are encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy the outdoors. The days of summer are slowly but surely running out, so take advantage of these seasonal events befo...
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July 23, 2008 Written by Amanda Milewski
Healthy Spot, the eco-friendly and fun dog care facility in Santa Monica, truly lives up to its name. This one-of a kind "spot" is not just a grooming facility, but rather an all-out playful and luxurious experience for your canine companion. Owners
Andrew Kim and
Mark Boonark believe that pets are an extension of the family and have created a space that is welcoming and comfortable for your furriest family member.
"Spa treatments," "doggie daycare" an...
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July 22, 2008 Written by Danielle Davis
Indoor air is often more polluted, much more polluted, than what we're breathing outdoors (even with that layer of gray blanketing the hills). Why? Aside from formaldehyde in pressed wood furniture, vinyl in window treatments, and the overall ickiness of carpet,
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from paints and finishes are a big culprit.
While we banned lead's paint presence at the end of the 70s, VOCs have remained. They are what you're smelling when you don a smock and grab a roller...
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