Assembling the Design Team. Ben and Vanessa first met back in 2008, when they worked in the same office building in Santa Monica. Vanessa looked forward to stealing glances of the “very cute man” whom she could occasionally glimpse through a window on the second...
As we navigate the realms of oral health, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the lesser-known wonders that your dentist brings to the table. While we all appreciate the routine check-ups and cleanings, there’s a whole array of surprising services and treatments that...
Nothing is better than lighting a candle and cozying up on the couch with a good book or the latest must-see movie. Bonus points if the candle smells amazing and fills the whole house with an aroma that reflects your personality, mood or your favorite scent profile....
It’s a New Year, which means a fresh start to get involved with your community and make a positive impact! For those who’ve included volunteering and giving back to their neighborhood to their list of resolutions for 2024, there are a plethora of organizations always...
Come each December, one neighborhood in El Segundo decks out its homes with Christmas cheer to the extreme–a profusion of lights, Christmas carols on repeat, hand-made cutouts and blowup characters like elves, reindeer and St. Nick all combine to create a magical...
Playa Vista resident, Linda Nguyen, is passionate about bánh baos, and the uglier the better. This summer, with the help of her mother, Ms. Kim, and her partner, Bryson Ishii, she launched The Ugly Bao, and is focusing on bringing the hand-crafted portable comfort...
For more than a decade, Westside Pacific Villages (WPV) has made it their mission to help older adults feel connected, engaged and living active lives. The membership organization thrives on connecting its members with volunteers who provide a variety of services to...
As our thoughts turn to the holidays, it's also time to give back! Check out these local ways to spread kindness and cheer to others in time for Thanksgiving! Join the Clean Up Westchester Crew Grant Francis leads the Clean Up Westchester crew and their efforts to...
Event planner Aisha Harris, owner of Katie’s Kreations Events, found her true purpose in the most challenging time in her life. What could have turned into a personal tragedy became a personal triumph–not only for herself, but also her family and the local community...
Business at LA Vista Cleaners in Westchester is booming. But success didn’t come fast or easy. For the last 21 years, Maria Villasenor has been putting her heart and soul into each and every garment she’s cleaned, pressed or altered by hand, growing her business...