California Tea Places to Try
Halcyon Tea in San Diego
Tranquil Tea Lounge in Fullerton
Lavender Lounge Tea Company in San Clemente
Infusions of Tea in La Jolla
Paris in a Cup in Orange
American Tea Room in Beverly Hills
Vices and Spices in Santa Barbara
LA's 5 Best Easy Hikes....
Malibu Creek State Park
An old swimming hole is the sweet reward for finding your way through the gorgeous rock gorge, so pack your suit. You may also want to take long sleeves and pants, as you’ll likely encounter poison ivy along the way. (Remember leaves of three, let them be; leaves of four, fear no more?) Take the Las Virgenes Road exit off the 101, and then turn left at the park sign.
Runyon Canyon Park
With easy access from Fuller or Mulholland, 360-degree views of the city, and dependably good people-watching, this hike lands at the top of many outdoorsy types’ lists, including locals, fitness trainers, and A-listers whose dogs need to go out to play. Thanks to several route choices, it can be as challenging as you make it.
Temescal Gateway Park
Pack a lunch and follow the PCH to Temescal Canyon Road, where you’ll pay a few bucks to park near the picnic spots. After your snacks, hike under tree canopies until reaching trails that lead to hilltops with views of the azure ocean. Leave Rocky at home — this park doesn’t allow four-legged friends beyond the trail signs.
Griffith Park
Park your ride on Los Angeles Zoo Drive and access the main trails for an only slightly creepy historic adventure across the grounds of the original zoo site, abandoned in 1965. (Perhaps you recognize it from the 1971 film Escape from the Planet of the Apes?) Afterward, rest on the rolling green grass, tuning in (or out) the vintage carousel nearby.
Bronson Canyon
North of Franklin Avenue, the twisting trees make for a perfect cool morning and afternoon hike. Watch the sun rise in the east or warm up to a glowing sunset over the Hollywood Hills. Hit the trails midday and be glad you slathered on the SPF in advance. Share the road with the equestrian center’s trails and an ambling Mr. Ed or two.
Pasadena Farmer's Markets
Camping Spots?
Sycamore Cove
Thornhill Broome Beach
Leo Carillo State Park - Site 138 or any along that edge
Reservations can be made here...although many of the tent sites are not reservable!
Ravinia-Style at the Rose Bowl
Fireworks POPS Spectacular
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Come celebrate with the Pasadena POPS as we inaugurate our new summer home located on the spacious Lawn adjacent to the Rose Bowl! We’ll fill the sky with an explosion of color and delight your senses with a feast of musical favorites from Carmen, Firebird and Swan Lake to Bohemian Masquerades, Saber Dances and Toreadors. The POPS and the world-famous performers of Cirque de la Symphonie will dazzle you with a display of thrilling acrobatics and breathtaking theatrics set to music.
I ♥ NY
Saturday, July 17, 2010
No need to take a holiday. Let the Pasadena POPS put you in a New York state of mind! Experience the glamorous and spectacular sounds of the Big Apple performed by famed Broadway singers Lisa Vroman and Doug Labrecque. Selections from West Side Story, Ragtime, and The Lion King plus favorite hits by Berlin, Bernstein, Porter and Gershwin will make want you to be a part of it—unforgettable musical moments from the city that never sleeps.
All That Jazz
Saturday, August 14, 2010
The Pasadena POPS has arranged a cool-cat night just for you with Cuban jazz sensation Alfredo Rodriguez performing Rhapsody in Blue. The orchestra will paint a symphonic portrait of Porgy and Bess and you’ll shimmy and shake with jazz vocalist Valarie Pettiford to hit songs All That Jazz, Don’t Get Around Much Anymore, Come Rain or Come Shine and much more.
Hooray for Hollywood!
Saturday, September 25, 2010
The POPS issue you a backstage pass to the nostalgic sounds of Old Hollywood and the glitz and glamour of the New. Explore the artistic and musical geniuses that connect films with their audiences through the magic of music. Jodi Benson, the voice of the Little Mermaid, will enchant you with songs from Titanic, The Wizard of Oz, Nine and other blockbusters. The orchestra will sweep you away with beloved film moments by Henry Mancini, Jerry Goldsmith and John Williams including a special tribute to Star Wars. We’ll provide the POPcorn!