2012 September – Meaningful Nonsense

Sep 28, 2012

Front Porch Cinema at the Santa Monica Pier

Looking for something to do for the next few Friday nights, for free? Do you love movies? My sister just told me about something awesome I think. Check it out here. Unwind on the front porch of California after a long week. They’ve got films, food, drinks & DJs each Friday night this Fall. Oh, and the movies are really good too, and free! There are even old-timey lawn chairs for rent that melt away the stress of the week while you relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. Music @ 6pm, Film @ 730pm.

First up tonight The Wizard of Oz, next week Hunger Games…

Filed Under: Movies ·

Sep 18, 2012

Beverly Hills Police Service Day & Pancake Breakfast Sept 23rd at 8 am

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Just like we went to last year, it’s back!!

The Beverly Hills Police Officers Association is holding its annual Police Service Day and Pancake Breakfast Sunday, Sept 23rd from 8 a.m. to noon in the Civic Center Plaza. Residents are invited free of charge to enjoy flapjacks made by members of the Beverly Hills Police Department. There will also be police station tours, activities for kids and interactive displays with the city’s SWAT, K-9 and Crime Lab teams. Last year’s pancake breakfast was a hit and Nathan had the best time, so don’t miss out this time around. For more information contact the Beverly Hills Police Officers Association at 310-550-4551.

Filed Under: Kid Stuff ·

Sep 13, 2012

Lobster Fest in San Pedro

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San Pedro is definitely NOT too far to drive for lobsters…in my opinion. Check this out this amazing looking Lobsterfest!!!

When: Friday Sept 14th (5-11pm), Saturday Sept 15th (11am – 11pm), Sunday Sept 16th (11am – 7pm)

Where: Ports O’ Call Village, 6th & Harbor Drive, San Pedro

Admission: $10/person/day. Tickets available at gate, cash only (save $1 with this coupon.)

Meals: $19 for 1.25lb lobster + roll + coleslaw. (You can upgrade to two lobbies, 2.5lbs in total, for $32)

VIP: ‘First Class’ tickets will cost you $42/person/day and get you admission + an upgraded meal (lobster+roll+slaw+potatoes+ watermelon) + one alcoholic beverage + front-of-line cutting privileges + commemorative poster.

Other details: On top of all the lobster licking, you will be doing, there will also be live music (see line up in flyer above), street dances, an arts & crafts fair, a pirate camp, and tall ships. Free parking, kids 12 and under are free!

Filed Under: Fabulous Finds, Food (Restaurants & Recipes) ·

Sep 11, 2012

Taste of Westfield, Century City Thursday September 13th from 5-9pm

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Try signature bites from Westfield Century City restaurants along with cocktail and dessert pairings on Thursday, September 13th from 5-9 pm. Ticket prices are $25 in advance or $30 day of event in Center Court. All proceeds will be donated to Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles’ Tools for School program.

Also enter to win one of Seasons’ 52 Shop & Dine Packages! Purchase tickets here This event sounds really amazing, and is really worth the price of the ticket considering just how much food tasting you will be a part of.

Participating restaurants:
BJ’s Brewhouse and Restaurant – Pizza & Beer Bar
The Counter – Sliders & Pinot Noir Shake
Obika Mozzarella Bar – Pizza Bites & Italian Spritz
Pink Taco – Chicken & Beef Skewers with Pink Margaritas
Toscanova – Burrata tastings and chicken sausage umbricelli with chanterelle mushrooms
Vanilla Bake Shop – Cupcake Bar

All proceeds will be donated to Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles’ Tools for School program.

About Tools For School:
A simple, yet very powerful project of which the goal is to prepare children in need to start the school year with the supplies they need. With these valuable tools, each child will feel competent, motivated, and proud to attend school.

Currently there are over 750,000 children enrolled in 713 LAUSD schools. Seventy-five percent of these students live on the fringe of poverty or below the poverty level, and 16,500 of those children are part of the LAUSD Homeless Education program. Studies have shown that children who have the basic tools required in the classroom have higher levels of confidence and self-esteem, leading to greater achievement and socialization in school.

Each year, JFS’ Tools for School program gives over 3,000 children some of the key building blocks for success by providing backpacks filled with the necessary basic school supplies.

Filed Under: Food (Restaurants & Recipes) ·

Sep 10, 2012