In the United States, Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for “Fifth of May”) is well-known in most major cities as a day for people to gather together and enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine, ice-cold cervezas and the classic tangy margarita. However, it is also an opportunity to… Read More
What happens when you combine your jog with the collection of a little litter? You get “plogging” – the latest trend in fitness and environmental consciousness. Plogging is a straightforward concept; it is the integration of jogging and plocka upp (Swedish for “pick up”) –… Read More
On the fringes of Los Angeles, our backyards are teeming with wildlife. From rattlesnakes to mountain lions, many people experience a few run ins with nature. However, as Angelenos we spend most of our time in a concrete jungle, exposing us to different kinds of… Read More
A momentous milestone birthday for most young adults, and even more so for Claire Wineland – who has lived with the chronic illness cystic fibrosis since her birth. After she miraculously survived a dangerous coma 8 years ago, Claire realized how lucky she and her… Read More
In a world full of selfies, generosity is often hard to find, sometimes even within ourselves. However, what if that beautiful love of giving began in childhood? Could we shape a new generation to be philanthropists? This inspiring idea is at the core of Milk… Read More
Not familiar with Jewish traditions but want to celebrate the upcoming Passover holiday for someone special in your life? Or, maybe you find yourself invited to a Seder dinner and want to know what to expect? Or, you might just be curious to learn about… Read More
As Easter approaches, here are some fun ideas to enhance your celebration. All-Inclusive Easter Egg Hunts It is usually the children (or the young at heart) who take part in Easter Egg Hunts, however this year, why not think out-of-the-Easter-egg-basket? Include anyone who wants to… Read More