tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1918715769505117592024-02-07T13:23:24.489-08:00Checking In?What's happening locally and beyondWendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comBlogger2227125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-5096834583670346722018-06-09T21:53:00.001-07:002018-06-09T21:53:52.096-07:00Japan - happy birthday tripFor my birthday this spring I traveled to Japan to see the cherry blossoms. They bloomed one week earlier this year due to changes in the weather patterns but I still enjoyed what remained of the delicate foliage. This is a collage of my first day in Tokyo. In a city of 18 million people, this was as tranquil as it was going to get.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-81497110891244055422017-09-11T19:30:00.001-07:002017-09-11T19:30:31.481-07:00Chagall: Flight of fantasy for the Stage<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This current exhibit at the Los Angeles County Art Museum encompasses Marc Chagall's costumes and set designs from three ballets and one opera. Punctuating the walls are paintings, studies for various characters & back-drops and outlines for costume designs. The rooms are filled with the intoxicating sounds from the accompanying orchestras. Documentary footage of original performances are also included. This charming and lyrical show is available for viewing until January 07, 2018.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-57786605617027934852017-09-04T14:40:00.000-07:002017-09-11T19:16:08.784-07:00Ready for my close-up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Interrupted only by a short burst of rain, this was a magical night at Cinespia. The landmarkHollywood Forever Cemetery back-drop provides an unusual space for showcasing the best of cinema. Sunday was no exception with the viewing of "Sunset Blvd" on the mausoleum wall coincidently adjacent to the spot where Cecile B DeMille is buried. The scheduled film has pre-show DJs, themed photo booths and plenty of space for picnicking.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-26260958175221317332017-05-24T14:50:00.001-07:002017-05-24T14:50:16.999-07:00Maven of Modernism<i>Maven of Modernism: Galka Scheyer in California</i> which delves into the life of enterprising dealer, Galka Scheyer is available for viewing through September 25th at the Norton Simon Museum of Art in Pasadena. She was responsible for the phenomenon the "Blue Four" - Lyonel Feininger, Alexei Jawlensky, Paul Klee and Vasily Kandinsky. She single-handedly cultivated good taste for their brand of European modernism. The exhibit presents exceptional examples from her personal collection. Cheers to good taste!<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-84065927153863313042014-12-25T14:45:00.002-08:002014-12-25T14:45:27.518-08:00Official Ugly Sweater DayMerry Christmas! This day will be dedicated to relaxing with friends, watching a little television and wearing an ugly sweater!<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-57389769499553692832014-09-28T13:20:00.000-07:002014-09-28T13:20:04.188-07:00People's Climate MarchMore than 300,000 protesters turned out last Sunday to turn up the heat on world leaders to recognize climate change. the 2-mile People's Climate march began at 86th Street and continued down Sixth Avenue for 6 hours. New York was one of 2,646 climate-change events in 156 countries. They pushed a variety of cause from anti-fracking to opposition to the Keystone pipeline. How poignant that I watched the march from the corner of the block which is home to the International Center for Photography boasting an exhibit of Sebastiao Salgado's latest masterpiece, Genesis - Earth Eternal.<br />
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<br />Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-81748299941184245612014-06-30T22:39:00.001-07:002014-06-30T22:39:30.254-07:00LACMA Explores Expressionism in German and FranceVan Gogh to Kandinsky, June 8 to September 14, 2014<br />
The museum explores the exchange between French and German artists who were inspired by Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin and Paul Cezanne. Suggested viewing time is 75 minutes; this patron found that this was hard to do. I will have to go back. There is a wonderful addition,an audio tour, available with the LACMA app on your smart phone. So remember to bring your ear buds with you so that you can listen to the editors privately. And don't forget the reading glasses if you're into reading the descriptions.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-42434523356283267962014-06-17T22:48:00.001-07:002014-06-17T22:48:29.740-07:00Travel Facts Going to the DogsCatering to clients used to mean pampering them; but for a growing number of hotels, it means pampering their pets. More than 60% of North American Hotels allow dogs and some do so much more, such as canine spa sessions, homemade treats and dog walkers.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-71557196947831642822014-05-06T22:48:00.000-07:002014-05-06T22:48:16.099-07:00Travel FactsThe 2013 Portrait of American Travelers by MMGY and the Harrison Group found that the number of women within the segment of travelers with income of $250,000 or more accounts for 54%, compared to 42% of travelers in 2010. The number of affluent travelers has also increased to 6% of the total leisure travel market, from 4% in 2010. Travelers in this segment are expected to spend $10,585 in leisure travel next year, up 8.4% from the past 12 months. Italy, France and England are the top target destinations for this segment.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-28119516857800189242014-03-23T20:30:00.000-07:002014-03-23T20:30:54.828-07:00Happy Spring!Today was the perfect day in Southern California. The white roses bushes are in bloom across the city. Simple hedges like these provide even the most humble apartment building some welcome flowers.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-64641913434255643292014-03-16T19:50:00.002-07:002014-03-16T19:50:53.765-07:00Thought for the Day"As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same." - Nelson MandelaWendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-52284447182096271032014-02-10T00:05:00.001-08:002014-02-10T00:05:46.305-08:00The Dress That Started a LiberationWithin the 20,000 square foot gallery at the former May Co. department store, the "Journey of a Dress" showcases the 40 year interpretation of the iconic wrap dress. Along with the t-shirt and blue jeans, the wrap dress had its now cultural impact when it debuted in the 70's. Through April 1st, this exhibit's spectacular canvas of geometric designs, floral and pop are wrapped on an army of mannequins and wallpapered floor to ceiling. Her motto, "Feel Like a Woman Wear a Dress." Touche'.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-92171422006112381692014-01-28T22:40:00.001-08:002014-01-28T22:40:42.112-08:00Homer's Epic Poem at The Broad StageIn new contemporary telling of the great Greek poem, <i>An Iliad</i>, performed at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica, is a one-man show that captures the grief and glory of the Battle of Troy. It's relevance to the modern world is made powerfully clear. Condensed to its essence, the epic parallels our contemporary life. Located at 1310 11th Street, parking is free. Continues through February 2nd.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-91146136239622109992014-01-25T21:10:00.002-08:002014-01-25T21:10:14.393-08:00Happy Opposite Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-53682670648919640132014-01-14T21:44:00.000-08:002014-01-14T21:44:21.349-08:00LA BlastIt's a blast! Dancing that is. Our instructor's motto: "Just keep moving and having fun." Every Saturday at Arthur Murray, Beverly Hills, 10:00 AM. <br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-90404401343590840622014-01-11T16:43:00.000-08:002014-01-11T16:43:01.748-08:00Polar BlastReturned from Wisconsin this week after experiencing that extreme polar plunge in temperatures January 5 - 8, 2014. Flights were canceled and I had to stay indoors for an extra two days! Meanwhile we watched the snow fall and blow from the luxury of the sofa.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-22930213596177014782013-12-20T22:12:00.001-08:002013-12-20T22:12:11.179-08:00Santa Claus in Beverly HillsLast chance to see Santa! He's at the Paley Center for Media every Saturday in December. I saw him two weeks ago and told him what a good girl I've been. He said, "Are you sure? Not just a little bit naughty." Okay - maybe he's right. A little.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-61869786189192685952013-12-17T18:45:00.002-08:002013-12-17T18:45:25.504-08:00Travel FactThe first California Welcome Center to greet tourists with self-serve wine tasting machines isn't in the vineyard gateway cities of Salinas or Pismo Beach. t's in Oxnard. When it opens to the public Friday at its new location in The Collection at River Park, the center operated by the Oxnard Convention & Visitors Bureau will offer visitors one-stop shopping for tickets to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, souvenir dish towels printed with strawberries, and free pamphlets for attractions from San Francisco to San Diego.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-54372924574584501632013-12-16T22:39:00.001-08:002013-12-16T22:39:49.346-08:00First Person SingularOnce again Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, wins my vote for best holiday windows. Dedicated to their favorite designers and fashion trend setters, each window bedazzles with the best party picks. As Diana Vreeland said, "Your don't have to be born beautiful to be wildly attractive."<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-5565001204614659522013-12-08T21:26:00.001-08:002013-12-08T21:26:21.772-08:00Flight of ImaginationSeeing <i>Peter and the Star Catcher</i> at the Ahmanson Theater this week was a flight of imagination. Of course we all know the story of Peter Pan so there is some anticipation of flying. But it's really about how Peter came to be a 'boy'. The cast had great fun with the peculiar mermaids and the movable parts of the set. In this case, there is nothing like the magic of live theater. Through January 12, 2014.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-14670013586341059982013-12-01T23:00:00.001-08:002013-12-01T23:00:43.402-08:00Pumpkin PieYou would think that we would have had enough pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. But for the holiday hostess and I, that just wasn't enough. Since neither one of us got any pie on Turkey Day, we went straight for the nearest grocery store, and then another one and another. Only to discover that Burbank was sold out of the famous squash! The man behind the deli counter at Ralph's pointed us to the display at the front door (which we had passed on the way in). We walked back thinking that we must have missed something only to find an 8' table, two wooden cartons with some lonely display straw. Nothing. Nada. Rien. Nienete. We promptly bought all of the ingredients and baked one. It was delicious.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-84374545268979058522013-11-28T11:07:00.001-08:002013-11-28T11:07:42.534-08:00Turkey DayHappy Thanksgiving to all! According to the National Turkey Federation, the average American Thanksgiving turkey size is 15 lbs. and 46 million of them will be consumed this holiday, the majority of them raised in MN. In addition to turkey, it will accompanied by 768 million lbs. of cranberries majority of which come from WI. The Midwest comes through again! Enjoy each morsel. <br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-62185744999638456222013-11-26T22:53:00.001-08:002013-11-26T22:53:38.974-08:00Travel FactHotel revenues this Thanksgiving are expected to remain strong amid a 1.5% decline in travel volume projected by AAA. Hotel spending during Thanksgiving is expected to reach $14 billion, up 3% from last year.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-79311853882325589262013-11-08T22:03:00.003-08:002013-11-08T22:03:51.689-08:00Best in DesignTop interior designers transformed rooms in the historic Greystone Mansion to create the Design House International Showcase, November 2 - 24 in Beverly Hills. Each room expressed personal creativity inspired by entertainment, fashion, home design and technology. Cory Martin Events presented a sneak peak this week with cocktails and inspirational people watching.<br />
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Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599242220624569843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191871576950511759.post-91343553121774166772013-11-03T21:34:00.001-08:002013-11-03T21:37:31.041-08:00Wattles Garden ParkLocated in the heart of Hollywood, the Wattles Garden Park is an easy walk, 1 mile to be exact, starting at the front door of this 50-acre estate. The charming grounds and Wattles Mansion were recently restored and the park is now open sun-up to sun-down off of Curson Avenue and Hollywood Blvd. The 1907 structure was the winter home of an Omaha tycoon. Although the garden was closed today, the walkway to the top leads to a Japanese gate and with some challenge to a Japanese shrine. <br />
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