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Find out all the latest on the sports scene in Southern California. Pro sports such as the football, soccer, basketball, golf, tennis and more are all here. From the Lakers and Clippers to the Chargers, we showcase the best in the sports arena. Interviews with players and coaches to fans, we highlight it all. We will also feature fitness tips and offer upcoming health-focused events for our readers.

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Dive Into a World of Wonder at Birch AquariumFeatured

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August 19, 2026

The end of the summer season is the perfect time to soak up the sun in La Jolla and explore the outdoors while also getting up close with some of the ocean’s most fascinating wonders, and Birch Aquarium is the perfect spot to dive into marine fun! Birch Aquarium is more than an aquarium, it’s the public outreach center for UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, where guests can discover cutting-edge research driving the future of ocean discovery. Groundbreaking research comes to life through immersive exhibits, hands-on activities and unforgettable animal encounters, all set against sweeping views of the…

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All Aboard for Family Adventure: The Pacific Surfliner Experience

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December 22, 2025

BY NICOLE POLLASTRINI  Every parent knows the challenge: finding an activity that pulls kids away from screens and creates actual memories. The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner delivers the rare combination of excitement and ease that makes parents want to high-five themselves for planning such a win. What could be more thrilling to a child than a real train ride? In today’s digitally obsessed culture, getting kids out to experience Southern California live and in person is a treat for both children and their grateful parents. The Pacific Surfliner offers families an enjoyable and relaxing way to explore the region’s most scenic…

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Glamping

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August 23, 2022

Gotta be honest: We’re not campers. Two small Jewish women from the city go camping sounds like the start of a joke or the end of a serial killing spree. I know, I know, stereotypes. But in this instance, they’re true. We don’t own a tent, or camp stove, or camping, well, anything, unless sleeping bags and hiking boots count. That said, one of us is otherwise a fan of waking up surrounded by nature and the other is a fan of comfortable accommodations that don’t require set up or clean up and allow the dog. In other words, glamping…

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Sunny Summertime Safety Tips

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June 24, 2022

A bright, sunny day offers opportunities for warm-weather fun. To make the most of your summer, you’ll need to take a few steps to enhance the experience and ensure you’re ready for whatever the day may bring. When it’s time to head outside, consider these tips from the experts at CURAD® to protect your body (and skin) from the elements this summer: Protect Skin from UV Rays Any time you’ll be outdoors for more than 15 minutes, you should wear protective sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even if it’s partly cloudy or overcast. One mistake many people…

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Find your Zen in one of these Southern California Gardens

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March 16, 2022

Wildfires, the pandemic lingering, nonstop traffic…the overall state of the world can feel anxiety producing. Take back your mental sanity by unplugging and spending time enjoying the benefits of one of these healing garden refuges. Breathe in the surroundings and exhale out blissful sentiments for your overall health and peace of mind.   Lotusland in Montecito This 37-acre botanical paradise in Montecito boasts 25 different gardens with rare cycads, cacti, palms, and euphorbias. Waltz around this horticulture nirvana through a Japanese garden, a rose garden, an insectary garden, and a shade palm garden where you can immerse yourself in bromeliads, succulents,…

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