Tower Cancer Research Foundation will hold its 6th Annual Tower of Hope fundraising gala on Sunday, May 18, 2008, at The Beverly Hilton.  Highlighting the event will be the presentation of three awards, one each for “Hope,” “Healing” and “Humanity.”   A reception and silent auction begin the evening, followed by dinner and a raffle for […]

Actress Jacquie Cooper is a Los Angeles native. She grew up in Pasadena where her Mom would say she was always an actor. She modeled early on but was not satisfied. Jacquie left Los Angeles for the bright lights of San Francisco at twenty-one […]

Los Angeles is frequently credited as the style-making epicenter of the country, but for one day only, Lux5 is exposing Southern California to the ultimate infusion of luxury and glamour all within the walls of the historic, Barker Hangar. On May 10, from Noon to 9pm, Lux5, a Newport-beach based event company, will launch their […]

Haste still pays haste, and leisure answers leisure; Like doth quit like, and MEASURE still FOR MEASURE. - Duke Vicentio
Shakespeare’s play “Measure for Measure” is one of those hysterical comedies that does not get enough recognition. Perhaps the reason is because it has the stigma attached of being dubbed a “problem play",
meaning many tribulations […]

Spring makes everybody restless to get out and enjoy the weather! So, if your family is headed out for a fun get away this season, make sure you pack a few brilliant items that will keep your vacation safe and fun for everyone.

BedBugz inflatable bedrails keep your kids from falling out of beds they aren’t […]

Macintosh users are no longer left out in the cold, as Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 is now available to them. Named the “Best in Show” and given the 2008 Editors’ Choice Awards by the Mac Observer and the 2008 Macworld Award by Macsimum News, this software offers Photoshoppers of all levels both power and simplicity, […]

Summer’s almost here and it’s time to let yourself shine. In his video, L’Oréal Paris Consulting Makeup Artist, Collier Strong, demonstrates how to achieve a head-to-toe natural glow using the coolest products from L’Oreal Paris. Watch it here:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=I58nnFEj6O8
Get gorgeous skin, enchanting eyes, and an overall look that’s sure to dazzle. Go ahead, turn up the […]

Summer is fast approaching, which means trips to the beach, park and fun weekend getaways. For an easy escape to any destination, Day-Timers, the organizational gurus, presents The Jute Tote for all your outing’s necessities.
This blue, beige and brown striped bag has room for beach towels, books, magazines, maps, suntan lotion, snacks and anything […]

“Life of Ryan” star Ryan Sheckler joined cast members from “Zoey 101", including Matthew Underwood, Erin Sanders, Christopher Recupito Rossi, Brando Eaton, Stephen Lunsford and Marco James for the Third Annual “Kids 4 Kids 5K RUN/WALK” charity event in Los Angeles on April 27, 2008.

The event, which will benefit the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, proved […]

They work hard all year long and it’s that time of year to celebrate the wonderful job they do. Mother’s Day is upon us and whether you are looking for a gift for the woman who raised you or a friend you admire, we have a few gift ideas that are sure to please any […]

Distinctive Assets is doing its part to celebrate Earth Day and the stars who make a difference with “green gift baskets.” The end result is a match made in Hollywood. This unique Gift Basket (the “basket” is actually a tote bag from Ecototables as well as an in-home recycling bin) includes items from companies such […]

Everyone is understanding the importance of "superfoods". From blueberries, to red wine, to dark, leafy greens, California is queen in providing the freshest, nutritious foods that help make our lives so full. In LA, we especially care about treating our bodies right, and it’s a well known fact that most Americans (90%) do not get […]

Britany Spears has had more than her share of ups and downs. From her divorce from Kevin Federline, having her babies taken away and her wild antics highlighted on just about every media outlet, one has to wonder where she is headed…
MySpace Celebrity sat down with Britney’s manager, Larry Rudolph, as he talks about Britney making […]

On March 19, 2008, more than 52,000 retailers, manufacturers, functional ingredient suppliers and industry professionals attended the country’s largest natural, organic, and healthy products trade show: the 28th Natural Products Expo West/Supply Expo 2008 (www.expowest.com).
The Anaheim convention Center hosted the $57 billion dollar industry’s big day for a record 3,392 exhibits.    
On a diet?  Juice […]

We all thought the game had ended when Jimmy disclosed his special relationship with Ben Affleck, but Sarah Silverman and Matt Damon get the latest laugh in Thursday’s Daily Variety celebrating Jimmy Kimmel Live’s 1000th Episode. Sarah and Matt took out in Daily Variety to surprise Jimmy. Tennis anyone? Trivia bit: […]

Open your sax case, dust off those keys, and make music again.
Get Your Chops Back at The Music Center 135 N. Grand Ave. (Between Temple & 2nd Street)
Saturday April 19th, 2008 9:30am - 1:30pm
Connect with the musician inside and flex those music-making muscles again! A low-risk, mistakes-allowed saxophone workshop featuring Traditional/Classical […]

Martin Scorsese’s new film, "Shine a Light", a documentary on the legendary rock band, The Rolling Stones arrives in theatres April 4th. If you can’t wait until then, you can catch an exclusive clip from the movie on the iconic director’s MySpace page.
If you are surprised to hear Scorsese even has a MySpace page, […]

Tokyo Table (www.tokyotable.com), is a contemporary Japanese restaurant on Restaurant Row in Beverly Hills. This is a one time only opportunity to experience their upcoming event "Sake Nights". This is not to be missed!
They are presenting two Sake Nights, one on March 20th and one on April 17th, both Thursday nights. It will be really fun celebrations […]

Are you an artist with a daring, adventurous spirit? Do you have what it takes to conquer this challenge? And earn $20,000 doing it? And just think of all those gifting suites you’ll be invited to once you become a celebrity! CASTING:  ART RACE
Gallery HD and Illuminations Media in association with Barbara Barna Casting […]

The Malibu Civic Center is the new location for the 2008 Malibu Wine Classic, which will take place Saturday, April 5, 2008.  It will feature over 60 wineries and several dozen leading Malibu and Los Angeles restaurants such as Water Grill, JerNe, Allegria, Geoffrey’s, Casa Escobar, Michael’s, Il Grano and many more
The Wine Classic showcases the […]

Today’s great products allow new parents to raise their toddlers with flair! Who says only celebrities like J-Lo, Halle Berry or Denise Richards can turn parenting into a fabulously glamorous adventure? Check out today’s savvy and modern (but always practical) solutions to parenting problems and baby needs.
Teething Bling Jewelry by Smart Mom Jewelry Great for […]

Children can stretch, pose and meditate with Yoga Angels at “For Kids Only” at The Sports Club/LA, the most luxurious sports and fitness complex in the world.  Yoga Angels teaches, inspires, and empowers children and families through the art and philosophy of yoga.  Yoga Angels is unique as it is one of the only programs […]

Want to treat The Woman in your life with something truly special and indulgent this year? Grab one of Jaqua’s beautiful Pink Champagne gift boxes!
Pink Champagne is the glamorous new spring line of body products from Jaqua. Envelop that special woman in your life (or yourself, for all you independent girls out there!) in the […]

For the 18th annual “Night of 100 Stars” Hollywood celebrities and behind the scenes hot shots, including previous Oscar winners and nominees, gathered under the roof of the Beverly Hills Hotel for an exclusive viewing party of the biggest awards night of the year. Event creator and former music super agent, Norby Walters hosted the […]

Imagine driving down the highway on a beautiful spring day. The sun is shining, the wind is in your hair, and all seems right in the world.
Suddenly, you feel a sudden jolt; you hear a tremendous screech followed the sound of metal and glass crashing; you feel fear and pain run through your body. […]

Eating healthy can be the best spice you add to your life and your meals with d’Oni specialty sauces. Made with the finest natural ingredients, d’Oni condiments are not only good for you, but the delectably irresistible blends are as exotic as they are fun. Packed with personality, these sauces can turn an average grill […]

Imagine a shoe that can help you stay in shape just by walking in them. Enter FitFlop – the revolutionary shoe created by Marcia Kilgore (founder of Bliss Spa) and developed by Darren James and Dr. David Cook at Centre for Human Performance at LSBU in London. The shoe is designed to tone and work […]

Bubbles flavored the good times as hip 20-something’s moved to the beat and mingled at the W Hotel’s Whiskey Blue in Westwood. What brought on this occasion? Piper-Heidsieck and Viktor &Rolf have unofficially launched the LA fashion week by introducing the world’s first-ever upside down champagne bottle.

“Champagne is the glamour drink, par excellence. It’s an […]

In celebration of the Academy Awards, red carpet maven Melissa Rivers hosted The Silver Spoon Ultimate Gifting Experience, at the newly revamped historic venue, The Kress on Hollywood Blvd.
This two-day event benefited My Bag Cares, (www.mybagecares.com) a great alternative to paper and plastic bags. And for every purchase, the company plants a tree on their behalf.  The […]

UCLA Live is proud to announce its upcoming events for March – June 2008. As a producer and presenter, UCLA Live is internationally acclaimed for the quality of dance, music, theatre, spoken works and artists that it presents to Los Angeles every year.
UCLA Live at Royce Hall is located at 340 Royce Dr., Los […]

Moonsus offers their customers a luxurious collection of executive work bags with a contemporary look.  As attractive as they are useful, Moonsus has created a designer line of handbags, laptop totes, backpacks, wallets and business card cases for the working woman.
Created with exceptional quality, Moonsus’ line of totes are ergonomically designed to minimize the […]

Belvedere Vodka is helping writers, actors and directors celebrate each other’s accomplishments and successes with signature cocktails for the Academy Awards. The Belvedere Luxury Lounge at the Four Seasons celebrated the Oscars on Friday and Saturday with a gift suite before Sunday’s big show.  Celebs were able to relax in Belvedere’s luxurious setting while receiving […]

Playing it safe has never been actor Sunkrish Bala’s style. From his days of ducking theatre classes as an undergrad at UCLA, (where a no audition policy is strictly enforced), to landing his role on ABC’s hit comedy Notes from the Underbelly as Eric, a neurotic thirty-something parent at the age of 21, Sunkrish Bala […]

It’s great to be nominated for an Oscar, but only one actor wins. But there is an upside to not winning. Non-winning Oscar Nominees in all the major event categories will receive a Distinctive Assets consolation Gift Basket the day after the Oscar telecast. Nominees who don’t win in the Best Actor, Best […]

In honor of V-Day season, the erotic product company Zip Zap Toys has joined forces with local productions of "The Vagina Monologues," by Eve Ensler, to raise money for the International V-day charity.
Being In the midst of the official V-Day season already - which runs from January 1st - March 31st - Zip Zap […]

Whiskey Blue at W Los Angeles is becoming the premier destination in Hollywood for L.A.’s “IT” crowd.  With its provocative design and charged ambiance, the W is able to host a range of ultra-chic events such as Stephen Colletti’s 22nd B-day party at the launch of Vinyl Vixen Thursdays at Whiskey Blue and Rebecca Mader’s celebration of […]

Sometimes in life, we need a little help with things we just can’t get a handle on. Using a psychic to get more insight into people or events have become a popular trend. But all psychics are not equal! They all claim to be able to see past ‘the veil", but there is someone with […]

All women understand that our skin needs to be pampered just as much as the rest of us, which is why Elizabeth Grant’s skincare line has developed a line meant to do just that.
Fine lines and wrinkles are targeted with the Caviar Collection, making skin appear smooth, firm and best of all, youthful again. […]

Natty Girl Bath & Body Products have recently merged with NG Spa Collections to bring fantastic and stimulating spa collections uniquely designed to meet specific skin care needs with its concentrated formulas, essential oils, and nourishing ingredients.
With so many other bath and body care products promising the same thing, it’s hard to know who […]

Most things I know about life I learned in Spin class.
It’s true.
The stationary bike has been my teacher, and I have spent hundreds of hours learning from it.
Four years ago when I saw my first Spin bike it seemed like…just a bike. Made of cold metal with an unwelcoming seat, it did not look very […]

Scanty - the lifestyle brand that’s ideal for the gal who happens to be down-to-earth and fashion conscious at the same time, and looking for fun and upscale comfort – has plenty of loungewear to suit your needs this Valentine’s Day.
Offering a variety of styles, from boxer shorts to baby doll dresses to PJ […]

The Gibson Lodge, in partnership with Entertainment Tonight and Getty Images, were a hit with celebrities in attendance at the Sundance Film Festival.

Tom Arnold, Danny Glover, Matthew Broderick, Dennis Quaid, Mischa Barton, Elizabeth Shue, Virgina Madsen, Pat Monahan were among the celebrities to attend the lodge.
Celebrity attendees to the […]

Still searching for a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one? Sony might make things a little easier as they just introduced their newest digital camera, the DSC - T2.
The 8 MP camera has a smile shutter technology which can automatically detect and capture a person who is smiling. The camera also features […]

Hope Wine, a product line consisting of coastal California Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, which are all produced and bottled in Sonoma County, has donated $10,000 in cash and over $30,000 in wine to charities in its first year.
Eight young professionals, all under the age of thirty, came together to create and establish this […]

Have you ever dreamt of having your own business? Of inventing something? Or being able to work from home? What kind of lifestyle do you want for yourself, your family? What kind of legacy do you want to leave behind?
We bet you want to make a difference in the world. We bet you want […]

Soundscape Entertainment aims to provide lasting memories, in addition to great music, for your party or event in the Los Angeles area. Whether you’re looking for entertainment for a wedding or a company blowout, Soundscape Entertainment is able to accommodate various events, providing experienced DJ’s at affordable rates. With over 20 […]

The day of love is upon us and while you don’t have to wait until Valentine’s Day to express how you feel about the person you love, it’s always fun to indulge in the holiday anyway. Whether buying a gift or looking to do something special, we present you with a few ideas to help […]

Amaranta Cocina Mexicana’s Dia de San Valentin
If you’re sticking close to home for Valentine’s Day, make a reservation at Amaranta Cocina Mexicana. This authentic Mexican eatery, located in the Westfield Topanga Shopping Center is preparing for their romantic three-course prix-fixe dinner, prepared by Executive Chef Sarah Rocio Gomez, from 5:00 p.m. - 10 p.m. The […]

Viceroy and Tides Hotels
Indulge in romance this February by taking your significant other to the Viceroy Santa Monica, Viceroy Palm Springs, or if you want to really get away from it all, The Tides South Beach in Florida. Good through February 29th, these packages creatively emphasize love and luxury.
Viceroy Palm Springs […]

Reprise, Broadway’s Best is presenting Li’l Abner at UCLA Freud Playhouse February 5th through February 17th.
Broadway’s Best welcomes you to Dogpatch, U.S.A, which has just been deemed "the most unnecessary, no account" town in the country. In a scramble to keep Dogpatch from being used for atomic testing, Li’l Abner, Daisy Mae, and the other […]

Reality stars Kim and Kourtney Kardashian were spotted at the Stoli Hotel Miami on January 23rd. After enjoying spa treatments at the hotel’s integrated spa, they enjoyed access to the elit Suite, which is a VIP room paying homage to Stoli’s ultra-luxury vodka, Stolichnaya elit.
The sisters capped off the evening by enjoying the talents […]

Appearing in Los Angeles for the first time since 1990, The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra will be performing at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on January 29th & 30th at 8:00 p.m.
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra of Amsterdam is known around the world for it’s more than 1,000 recordings, featuring velvet strings, golden brass, and exceptional […]

In working on my book, Smart Inventors Finish Rich, Ten Steps to Reaching the American Dream, I got to interview some amazing women and learn about a whole bunch of great technology created for and by moms!
Women Have Been Inventing Since the Beginning of Time I know sometimes the world of invention […]

On a recent trip to San Diego, I was privy to a private back of house tour of Dimension One Spas. I have to admit I didn’t have all that much interest in the home spa, what is otherwise known as a hot tub. I am always happy when one comes my way, but I […]

Fashion and runway model Laurie Coleman has created a unique ‘hands free’ accessory for your blow dryer. The BLO and GO enables you to blow dry your hair with both hands by attaching your blow dryer to its unique patented design. Using an air-tight pressure locking system, the BLO and GO attaches to any bathroom […]

The 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show honored Motorola with six prestigious awards for their innovative new cell phones and accessories, and eight honorable mentions. Four awards, including the award for CNET People’s Voice Award (based on nearly eleven thousand votes) went to the ROKR E8. Additional awards presented to the ROKR E8 include: […]

The Unbelievabra was designed for the woman who’s tired of visible back fat or back bulges. With real integrated, underwire molded foam cups, this bra lifts, shapes and supports your breasts without the need of any back closures or back bands, thereby eliminating stubborn back bulges that you see with most traditional bras.
Whether you […]

Kyle Sweet, guitarist/singer-songwriter, releases "Another Whiskey Night (Without You)" mp3 as well as book of poetry, "Echoes of Yesterday."
An emotional and progressive guitarist, Sweet stands out with his sudden "altered state-esque" guitar explosions, mixed with harmonies that were Influenced by the attitude of McQueen Street and Enuff Z’Nuff.
Showing off his creative side, Sweet combines […]

Macintosh users are no longer left out of the loop, as Adobe Systems announced on January 10th that Adobe Photoshop Elements 6 for Macs is now available for pre-order. Assisting photographers in their quest for the elusive perfect image, this software combines power and simplicity, allowing users of all levels to achieve outstanding results.
Making tasks […]

There is a ton of buzz happening on upcoming indie feature film “Intent”. So much so it that it received  more traffic and searches on IMDB than Transformers 2 and Spider-Man 4 combined. IMDB ranks films based on search requests, and “Intent” is the hightest ranked film in development on the site. Their site […]

Where there’s awards, there’s speculation and even though the show has been cancelled, the Golden Globe Awards will still be given out. So who will win? While we don’t know for sure, we do have the inside scoop from Johnny Avello, director of the Race & Sports Book at Wynn Las Vegas Resort & Country […]

The new Motorola cell phone, the MOTO Z10, available in 2008, makes it a cinch to capture, edit and share videos and images directly from your mobile device.
Movie making can be done by anyone at anytime with this new device, inspiring many sorts of spontaneous creativity that will enable you to share your life’s moments […]

PajamaGram offers a range of sleepwear styles – delivered right to your door - to keep suit your every mood while keeping you cozy and comfy.
Choose from individual to matching PJ’s for the family, from classic designs to traditional to sassy or sexy styles. And for a truly unique touch, Pajama Gram sleepwear can […]

Moms have busy lives, but their kids have even busier ones!  With all the play dates, practices, activities, lessons and appointments kids have these days, who can keep track?  That’s exactly why Nina Restieri came up with the idea for momAgenda – to help moms keep their children’s lives, and more importantly their own lives, […]

“Justicia Now,” featuring CNN Hero Award winner Pablo Fajardo, is a documentary about Chevron Texaco’s toxic legacy in the Northern Ecuadorian region of the Amazon rainforest.
More than that though, this film features a group of people, Los Afectados (The Affected Ones) who have enough courage to seek justice for the all the ensuing illnesses […]

In 2004, while I was an English student at CSUN, I had the rare opportunity to interview Richard Matheson about his writing process and advice he had for aspiring writers. Always inspiring, Matheson explains the challenges of writing and the hurdles young writers may face in his generous, straightforward manner.
MR Hunter: When you first started […]

New Mexico has become a force to be reckoned with since Governor Bill Richardson took over the reigns in New Mexico. Since taking office, over 85 feature film and television projects have been shot in the state, adding over $1.4 billion dollars to New Mexico’s economy; The latest production announced to day is a feature film […]

It’s time for Dr. Nat’s list of favorite things! Here’s what made the list this year’s list:
1. CVS One-Time Use Camcorder and One-Time Use Digital Camera 2. Smartparts Digital Picture Frame 3. Kodak’s 5300 All-In-One Printer 4. Zeno 5. Wowwee Ltd’s Robopanda 6. GoDuster.com 7. The LightKeeper Pro […]

Celebrity babies are everywhere these days and to honor Hollywood’s next generation of stars and starlets this holiday season, Formula Magic has created a Celebutot VIP Gift Bag. Partnering with the top lifestyle brands on the market, this fashion forward children’s sneaker company is helping to jumpstart these famous babies’ foray into the fabulous world […]

Sense of Worry Men who are balding understand all too well the unfortunate stereotypes associated with going bald, including being dull, weak or unattractive. And let’s face it, no one wants to feel as if they’re not physically or socially desirable. Is Stress to Blame? Telogen effluvium, or in other words, […]

Presented by the City Ballet of Los Angeles, this is a unique performance of the holiday classic, "The Nutcracker," as it is set in Hancock Park in 1942, exploring Los Angeles’ diverse culture and the people living here. With a performance taking place on December 22nd at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre […]

Move over, American Idol! TOTAL POP STAR, the world’s first and biggest on-line singing competition has arrived! TOTALPOPSTAR.com is putting out the call to anyone who thinks they’ve got what it takes to be a Total Pop Star. Utilizing the appeal of the internet and merging it with the ever-hot music industry, TOTAL POP STAR seeks […]

Setting yourself apart in the highly competitive business of acting is no small feat, as any actor will tell you.  Getting the opportunity to be chosen to audition for a casting director is a privilege.  Heather Marsden knew when she came to LA from Detroit, that she would face an uphill battle. Surprisingly, her determination, […]

Some of the top editors from WIRED Magazine have selected their favorite gadgets of 2007 and will be showcasing them at the W Hotel in Los Angeles. The Wired Store Kiosk debuts at the W Los Angeles – Westwood on December 13th from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., where you’ll get a peek at the hottest […]

Before her Model Talk audio podcast and before her petite modeling blogs which gives advice and tips to striving models, and before she wrote a whole book about the struggles of being a petite model, a year and half ago, in mid 2006, Isobella Jade was a struggling homeless-by-choice model who had recently finished the […]

MALAISHA invites you and your loved ones to the most Glamorous and Extravagant Holiday Trunk Show on 21st December, 2007 at the Luxe Hotel Penthouse Suite, Rodeo Drive, where beauty and fashion are blended together with a topping of sex appeal. Proudly showcasing the most exquisite line of Swarovski studded dresses, ultra chic tops […]

Bringing ballroom to the gay masses, The City of West Hollywood will offer same sex couples the opportunity to dance the cha cha, rumba, fox trot and swing.  Taught by professional dancers, these classes were designed out of a “queer necessity” for men  and women who want to dance in clubs and at social functions […]

Veronica Loren makes her acting debut starring in the independent film, August Evening. This meditative film on family and life-after-loss premiered at the 2007 Los Angeles Film Festival, where it won the $50,000 Target Filmmaker Award as well as the Best Ensemble Acting Award. Veronica says on the film’s immediate reception, "Boom, people […]

Grammy nominee and multi-platinum singer Joss Stone gets in the Christmas spirit, releasing the singe, “All I Want For Christmas,” a song she recorded in the middle of her big European tour  last month.
Written and produced by Dan Mackenzie, the song came about a year ago when the Emmy nominated songwriter had been commissioned […]

Jiffy Steamer is the oldest and largest manufacturer providing professional quality steamers and steaming equipment.
With a line of travel steamers, personal steamers and professional steamers, Jiffy Steamer helps to eliminate the need of an ironing board. Clothes are wrinkle free in a matter of minutes, with ease and much more convenience.
While ironing can […]

Born and raised in a small suburb in Ohio, on the outskirts of Toledo, Erin Keefe discovered her love for the camera early on. At only 2 years old, she starting to love posing for cameras and being photographed. With both parents involved in modeling and theatre, it wasn’t surprising to see their passion passed […]

With every past paving a way into the future, it would seem fascinating if not impossible to juxtapose a personal history with a current life and have it really mean something.
Yet that is exactly what Claressinka Anderson has done. Turning to her ancestral land as the catalyst for exploration, she has given a public window […]

Spring 2008 collections from boutique designers and the eco-fashion vanguard were runway displayed this fall in Los Angeles. Industry insiders, celebrities, press, and friends watched models rock playful everyday designs and red carpet possibilities. Music tweaked, pretty strutted, and the fashion show reiterated its status as the modern theatre. Brief striking audio-visual experience, as we like […]

By Jill Blackford
The American Music Awards rock. And GBK Productions’ AMA Gift Suite did too.
Fitting within a “socially conscious” theme, many vendors gifted products (or proceeds) that think about others and not just the bottom line. And GBK donated 20 percent of the proceeds to VH1’s Save the Music Foundation plus auctioned the $30,000+ gift […]

A gift out of the ordinary always goes over well.  Looking to the latest technological products on the market, giving something different will leave a lasting impression and make your gift one to remember.
Adobe Photoshop Elements Software 6.0 The recently […]

Good news for travelers who can’t afford to bring a nanny on the trip - but would love a night out without the kids. Care.com has just launched its extensive child care directory which gives city-by-city listings of reliable babysitter help. Care.com boasts free background checks and detailed listings, so parents can find child care […]

Famous for his crowd pleasing and record breaking jumps over cars, Greyhound buses, live animals and Snake River Canyon in Idaho, Evel Knievel died Friday at the age of 69.
Although the death may come as a surprise to fans, Knievel’s heath had been deteriorating the last few years from complications due to Hepatitis C, possibly […]

Fashion savvy people know it’s always important to look good when dressing up and just as important when you’re keeping it casual. We’ve come up with several  items that are sure to make a splash whether you’re putting together the perfect outfit for yourself or shopping for the fashionista on your list.
The New Elliott Lucca […]

There is always at least one person every year that stumps the gift giver.  When you find yourself not knowing what to buy this year, don’t resort to giving a gift certificate to a restaurant or clothing store, think bigger!  We’ve come up with a few fun things and opportunities you may not have thought […]

I’m not sure there’s a person in the world who can’t relate to the stress the holidays bring, going from store to store looking for the perfect gifts for loved ones. So if you’re still searching for that perfect something, we’ve compiled some beauty products that would make fantastic stocking stuffers and that are sure […]

The Christmas season is upon us.  The Hollywood & Highland Center is hosting its annual Holiday Celebration to benefit L.A.’s foster care children. There are many young children who don’t have the warm and loving family life that most take for granted. The event will benefit CASA of Los Angeles (www.casala.org), the […]

Gifts generally take on two forms – they can be fun and frivolous or functional and boring.  But this year why not combine the two and give a gift that’s useful, but with a kick. Here are a few things we’ve come across that are ideal for the home, but appeal to more than just […]

Advanced Hair Care That’s the philosophy of Texan entrepreneur, David Yoon’s exciting hair care line that features innovative styling tools specially designed to keep hair healthy and silky manageable.  The secret behind ProSilk products is their state-of-the-art technology for practical hair care solution.
ProSilk FAR Infrared Hair Dryer

Among their many innovative styling tools is […]

Step Up!
Lung cancer has become the leading cause of death in Americans, and children of lung cancer victims are stepping up and speaking out in the 2nd Annual L.A. Lung Cancer Walk that took place in Manhattan Beach this Sunday, November 18th.
Speak Out!
Co-hosts and organizers Ilene Eskenazi and Mimi Sabo lead the 5K/10K event down the […]

Buying a friend or relative’s baby a Christmas gift is really like giving it to the infant’s parent. Since babies don’t know they’re getting presents anyway, you might as well get them something that makes their parents’ life a little easier. Below is a list of gift ideas for babies that are sure to please […]

For those of you obsessed with the latest trends in lip products, attention please!  Allow me to introduce to you the long-awaited lip gloss line by New York-based hair stylist and make-up artist, Jerry Lopez.  The JLNY ultra shine lip gloss comes in twelve different shades and contains ingredients that naturally increase lip volume while addressing the […]

BedHead is one beauty product company that stays on top of what their customers want and need. With the changing of seasons, or as much a change as we get here in Southern California, BedHead is ready to help consumers achieve just the right look for the fall months.
From season ready shampoos and conditioners to […]

Winner of the 2007 World Beverage Congress’ Best Health Initiative award, FRS energy drinks  are a healthier and tastier way to get an extra boost.  With their patented formula of beneficial antioxidants and vitamins, FRS delivers a smarter, smoother and longer energy lift.
 
FRS’ Natural Ingredients
Standing for Free Radical Scavenger, FRS contains 100% of the recommended […]

Los Angeles was quite the hot spot during Fashion Week, as fashionistas of all kinds came out to see and be seen.  On October 17th, The Gallery Los Angeles, a philanthropic PR firm, got in on the action with The Green Initiative held at Smashbox Studios.  Hoping to raise awareness of sustainable living through fashion, this […]

By Jill Blackford
Beauty, Purity and Simplicity.
If only our lives could be filled primarily with these three little gems. Extra Virgin Body Products may help on that front, at least for thirsty skin. The mission of the new L.A.-based company is to offer skin remedies designed with these happy, calming concepts in mind.
 
Behind the Name 
Products labeled […]

Opening on Melrose Avenue on November 8th, the Dussault Apparel Motel store will feature Ready-To-Wear collections for men and women, headwear, jewelry and luggage.
As a designer, manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer of high-end quality apparel, Dussault Apparel Inc. aims to design innovative and distinctive products for fashion-conscious customers. Their product line includes premium high fashion […]

Many cosmetic companies claim their products can conceal pores providing refreshed, younger looking skin, but Larenim actually delivers on this promise. A product you have to experience to believe, you’ll be amazed at how well Larenim’s Invisi-Pore actually works. 
 
A pore minimizing concealer, Larenim’s Invisi-Pore is 100% mineral based and is virtually undetectable on the skin.  […]

Duane Chapman, aka Dog The Bounty Hunter is facing his own woes now. His own son, Tucker, one of his 12 children, who is part of the cast on the show of the same name, recorded a conversation between him and his father, and sold it to the National Enquirer. In the conversation, Dog apparently […]

"It’s not a drink. It’s an experience." Words Ecstasy Brand lived up to greatly Monday evening at the enchanting One Sunset, as they offered their unique Spirit for tasting. Guests were warmly met by Julie Goodson, Account Coordinator of Platform Media Group, and escorted through the amazing candle lit and long stem rose décor by […]

Ovation TV, the recently re-launched network with a pulse on how to entertain, inspire and engage the artist in all of us, announces the launch of “Destination Arthouse.”
As a new film series, “Destination Arthouse,” in collaboration with Preeminent Film Distributor Janus Films, will feature an exciting collection of some of the most classic films […]

Capping off a week of high style and cutting edge fashion, The LA Fashion Awards were held at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles. Presented by Saturn, the event was hosted by TV personality Debbi Matenopolous.
Kicking off the evening, Mayor Villaraigosa addressed the audience where he attributed LA’s role as a fashion capital to the […]

Any self-respecting fashionista knows that accessories make the outfit, from your bag to your shoes to your belt and even your glasses. But these must-have items are not generally available to the majority of the buying public, thanks to their sky-high price tags and cultivated exclusivity. Selective Eyewear Elements (SEE) refutes this system; its optical […]

With everything you have going on in your home, from kids to cooking to pets, it’s often difficult to get those certain lingering smells out of the air.  Instead of repeatedly cleaning your home with chemical disinfectants, HoMedics has found a natural way to make your house a more pleasantly aromatic place to be.  With […]

Double Bass Productions and Mike Wittmers present a new artistic fusion of tap and rock proving that tap dance is no longer simply a nostalgic relic from the past or a hobby old Broadway fans.
Danced to the beats of rock classics such as Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Stevie Rae Vaughn and many […]

For one day only, the Hollywood & Highland Center will present Live Art ‘07, a festival of art, music, film and photography on November 3rd. This free event will showcase the talents of various local artists who were discovered through Hollywood & Highland’s community portal, www.livelargehere.com.
A portion of the proceeds from all art sales […]

For women looking to add new products to your beauty collection this holiday season, L’Oréal Paris is a great line to look at. Their collection of eye and lip products are sure to make your best features pop, creating the perfect finishing touch to any look.
L’Oréal Paris HIP High Intensity Pigment Eye Products
L’Oréal Paris […]

Starz Entertainment capped off a week of screenings and presentations at the Arclight Theatre with a bash held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel.  On October 22nd, the Starz Hollywood Awards After Party, produced by Joe Moller was held poolside and provided A-list celebrities with a high profile party of celestial proportions. 
 
The Affleck brothers were the […]

ABC News’ Sunday Morning Broadcast, This Week with George Stephanopoulos is getting a new home.  As the result of a partnership between ABC News and Newseum, in Washington D.C, Stephanopoulos’s show will be broadcast from the Newseum, which is a journalism museum located just minutes from the U.S Capitol. The move is expected to happen […]

City of Industry, October 14, 2007.  The 13th Annual California On Location Awards (COLA) was hosted by the lush Pacific Palms Conference Resort in City of Industry, CA.  Award winning actor Gary Collins was Master of Ceremonies. 
Created in 1994/95, the California On Location Awards ceremony honors location professionals and production companies, as well as […]

Celebrities and other VIPs from around the world flocked to The New York Public Library on Friday, September 28th, for the international release of Chivas Regal 25-Year-Old Scotch Whisky.
Though originally released in 1909, creating global demand and being sought after by the finest restaurants, nightclubs and cruise lines, this luxury Scotch has not been […]

by August Johnson, CN 
If anyone knows the term "sweet tooth," it is me.  As a child I once went trick-o-treating on a hot July afternoon, deducing that going door-to-door in out-of-season costume was well worth the possibility of a confectionary bite.   We eat sugar and its manifestations because it tastes good, it is convenient and, […]

The Ahmanson Theatre is preparing to put up "The History Boys" beginning November 14th.  As a Mark Taper Forum subscription production, the Tony Award winning play will present previews on November 7th and will run through December 9th.
"The History Boys" presents opposing views of life and education as it follows eight bright, funny, history students […]

Obie Award-winning writer/director Alex Timbers infuses dark comedy into “Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson,” the historically accurate story of a larger-than-life character, Andrew Jackson, as he rises from a humble background to battle the British, Spanish and Native Americans, while the Democratic Party, along with populism are brought to the Americans.
Throughout this time, though the […]

“Netflix Now Playing ‘Down in Front with Dana Carvey,’” is a unique chance to celebrate some of the world’s most classic films by viewing samples on web video.
This Internet video is free of charge and will be available this Friday and Saturday, October 12-13. Featuring various clips from these movies, viewers will also see […]

Molly Sims, Kathy Griffin, Randy Jackson, Carrie Ann Inabba and Greg Grunberg. They’re just a few of the celebrities using The Magic Bullet, the world’s best selling blender. Perhaps its popularity can be attributed to the fact that this compact item takes up so little space yet is perfect for multiple functions. Whether […]

How to Help
It isn’t enough to want to help the homeless, many do, but unfortunately good intentions are often not enough and many people simply do not know where to begin or how to provide aid to the daunting rise of the "invisible" Americans trapped in a fatally flawed system. In this documentary-instructional video featured at […]

It’s the middle of summer and unbearably hot outside. You look down at your dog only to see his little mouth drooped down ever so slightly, the energy you love to see seemingly deflated from the fuzzy little creature. Anyone with a pet has probably experienced this at some point, and most likely wished there […]

L’Oréal Paris Skin Genesis Multi-Layer Cell Strengthening Skincare is earning top praises, being honored with the Breakthrough Award in Allure Magazine’s annual Best of Beauty Awards.
Product testing Beginning in April each year, the staff of Allure Magazine help consumers out by being the guinea pigs, testing out a wide […]

If you love the feeling of trying on a new pair of jeans, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans (NYDJ)- also the maker of Tummy Tuck Jeans- is giving you the chance to make a difference this month in honor of the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For each woman who tries on a pair of NYDJ […]

Mr. Agassi has outdone himself this year with an all star lineup for his 12th Annual Grand Slam for Children in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel on October 6th. The lineup includes hollywood talent such as Matchbox Twenty, Carlos Santana, Jerry Seinfeld and George Wallace to name a few.
Distinctive Assets is putting together […]

Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) will be offering numerous special edition products, promotions and events in October that aim to educate and promote breast cancer awareness.
Started by Monica Steward after she began battling breast cancer at the young age of only 26, Boarding for Breast Cancer is a non-profit foundation focused on the youth […]

Trying to follow the environmentally conscious advice to bring her own reusable grocery bag to the store, Sharon Rowe couldn’t find a sturdy enough bag to do the trick.  Instead of re-using plastic bags that would eventually rip, Rowe created ECOBAGS instead. 
 
Made with the highest standard for quality and durability, ECOBAGS are made for longevity […]

Time to tap into your inner adventurous child. For an opportunity to show what you?re made of, take a chance ? you never know what can happen!? Share your experiences?

Into The Wild, the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), TravelWorm and Lonely Planet TV have come together to offer someone and a friend a […]

Alongside the Adobe Elements 6 package for photos, Adobe has released a new Windows software package for the video edition as well. The Adobe Premiere Elements 4 makes editing and manipulating video easy for all experience levels.
The goal was to make it as user friendly to as many different types of consumers as possible. […]

The Fin by Samsung
Helio, the mobile brand designed for the internet generation, introduces Helio Fin Packs Advanced 3G Services.
Don’t let the slim and sleek design of this fool you. A powerhouse of a phone, it comes supercharged and running on a high-speed nationwide 3G network, featuring a 3 megapixel camera, 4x digital zoom and 2.3 […]

On September 24th, Adobe announced their newest improvements to their Photoshop Elements 6 software for Windows. Essentially the upgrades will make it easier for individual consumers to manipulate, organize and show off their photos.
Elements 6 offers new Photomerge? techonology, three different user levels, plus a new guided edit mode which walks novice users through the […]

The Los Angeles Chapter of the Institute for International Film Financing (IIFF) was launched with a hugely successful Townhall Meeting.  A follow up meeting is planned for at 4:30 pm on Sunday, September 30th.  Hosting the event will be Jeff Gordon, founder and owner of Writers Boot Camp, at his facility at 2525 Michigan Avenue, […]

by Sofia Shershunovich
The fashion industry, to some a passionate way of life, to others a brainless parade of fur, unhealthy habits, and a significant contribution to global pollution. Enter Anya Hindmarch, British designer with a stylish idea for saving the trees from becoming paper bags and oceans from millions of plastic bags being dumped in […]

By Elias Proctor, Special to LA’s The Place
Nearly 100 young professionals lined up to lay down deposits for 25 new condominiums offered for sale in the first phase release of the new Bedford Parc/Bedford Promenade condominiums in South Los Angeles last week.  The new high-density development signals that revitalization in South Los Angeles is […]

 Plastic surgery is becoming more and more prevalent these days, but not all women are ready or even want to go under the knife. Providing a non-invasive, at home alternative, Skin Doctors Cosmeceuticals has created a line of products to combat the sings of aging without having surgery.
Offering cosmetic alternatives to surgery, Skin Doctors provide […]

Bring Light, a charitable giving website, is the newest way to give back. The site makes it easy to donate to a wide range of worthy causes and actually see how dollars are making a tangible difference. As a social network, Bring Light lets donors meet others who have a similar desire to give and […]

DAY 2: Naples
I woke up around 7:15 am on the second day and I could barely contain my excitement.  I was anxious to start the incredible adventure that lay before me.  The first thing I did was go out on the verandah to take in the view and as soon as I opened the curtain […]

DAY 4: Corfu, Greece
This was one of the few days we had booked a shore excursion (if you’ve never been on a cruise before, a shore excursion is a guided tour of the port city organized by the cruise line; it’s an additional cost.)  That day we went on a tour of 2 Greek palaces.  […]

DAY 5: Dubrovnik, Croatia
 Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever visited.  The old city is surrounded by a 40 foot wall that was built to protect it from enemies past.  On top of the wall is a pathway which allows visitors to walk around the entire city and view it from above. 
 
Between […]

DAY 6: Venice, Italy
Dubrovnik is gorgeous but Venice is my favorite place on Earth.  I’d been there about 12 years earlier and I was anxious to visit again.  The last time I was there it was the middle of winter so I practically had the whole place to myself but this time it was very […]

DAY 7 and 8: At sea
We left Venice at 12pm on the 7th day and were at sea the rest of the day and the following day as the ship made its way to Valetta, Malta. We took the opportunity to explore more of the ship and experience some of the day time activities onboard […]

DAY 9: Valetta, Malta
I’d never heard of a country called Malta before this trip so I was expecting its capital, Valetta, to be a small town without much going on.  I was way off.  Valetta is a huge sprawling metropolis that bares a resemblance to Paris.  We decided to take the bus into the old […]

DAY 10: Salerno, Italy
By Day 10 we were exhausted from walking all over Italy.  We weren’t sure what there was to do in Salerno but we knew we didn’t want to do a lot of walking.  We did walk for a while through the main shopping area but we were just too tired to see […]

DAY 11: Rome, Italy
We left the ship with our belongings around 9:00 am and were back in Rome by 10.  We then proceeded to our Hotel (the Airport Hilton).  Apparently, we were not the only people on the cruise who had decided to stay there before heading back to the U.S.  We had to wait […]

DAY 12: Departure
I was bound and determined to see the Sistine Chapel before I left Rome so we got up at 6 am and took the train into the city.  We ended up getting on the train with all the stops however, so it took us 2 hours to get to St. Peter’s and by […]

RSVP is one of the leading agencies  travel in the world today. They offer a variety of cruises and resort vacations that give people of alternative lifestyles a luxurious setting in which to explore some of the planet’s most sublime locations and relax in a comfortable social atmosphere.
This summer I was fortunate enough to have […]

New novel, The Identity Factor is one killer of a thriller – a Jason-Bourne-meets-The-DaVinci-Code kind-of mystery inside a puzzle.
Author James Houston Turner writes on his terms, breaking rules of formula and leading you down one blind alley after another while winding the tension tighter and tighter until you almost can’t take it anymore. Although Turner […]

The Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater in Hollywood threw a very unique CD release party to celebrate the “Comedy Death Ray” CD (Comedy Central Records). Comedy Death-Ray is the brainchild of creators/performers BJ Porter (Mr. Show) and Scott Aukerman (The Fun Bunch) which originated in 2002. It is a unique mix of stand-up comedy, characters & […]

If you’re an actor, or an acting student, you know how difficult it is to find really great original pieces to perform onstage or in acting class, or even for your reel. At the urging of his associates, Ron Micci has resurrected his eclectic mix of poetic and satirical one-act plays and sketches, The One-Act […]

The Third Annual Turks & Caicos International Film Festival (TCIFF) announced the line up of 6 feature films, 11 documentaries and 11 short films to be screened from October 16-21, 2007. Celebrating films that connect cinema to music, whether it be through content of the film, the characters, theme or even the score/soundtrack, TCIFF will […]

Reviving the comedy that set box office records at the Falcon Theatre in 2001, this night was particularly special as it included celebrations for the playwright?s recent 87th birthday. Sitting near the front of the stage for the performance, Bradbury seemed utterly delighted to be in the house to champion his actors? first night…Read more in Arts and Culture

Wonder what if a calculator is going really help your kids get better grades? Or which camera is to get to capture those special after school events like football games or plays? And what about cell phones- what’s new that will keep the kids busy while they are waiting for you to pick them up? […]

The opening of ?Eye Candy? is a collection of wall-high nudes not only a perfect fit for the premise of this city, but more than enough reason to ditch the naked Maxim-girl fantasy, don trousers and drive over to Fahey/Klein Gallery on La Brea in Hollywood?.

Young Guns 3 was a huge winner at Tuesday night’s 35th Annual Surfer Poll and Video Awards presented by Suzuki Auto, winning Best Performance by a Female, Best Performance by a Male as well as Movie of the Year.
Kelly Slater and Sofia Mulanovich had plenty to smile about too, both winning the top spots in […]

With sites such as YouTube becoming a staple on the web, it seems video sharing will soon replace photo sharing.  It’s reported that over 230 million videos are viewed online and with more than 150,000 videos being uploaded every day.  With this statistic in mind, Sony saw an opportunity.  Introducing their pocket-sized Net-sharing CAM, Sony […]

As most of Hollywood, not to mention fans of television across the U.S., wait in anticipation to see who will take home an Emmy award on Sunday night, Distinctive Assets goes one step further, preparing extensive gift baskets for actors and actresses nominated in the eight major acting categories (Outstanding Lead Actor/Actress in a Drama, […]

By Susan Yi
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts/ Los Angeles (BAFTA/LA) celebrates outstanding television and film talent at its 16th Annual Cunard Britannia Awards, which will be held in Los Angeles on November 1, 2007.
Among those honored are actress Kate Winslet, recipient of the Britannia Award for British Artist of the Year; filmmaker […]

Want to add some sparkle and pizazz to your wardrobe and your message? You may have noticed a new fashion trend lately leaning towards anything that sparkles. Bling it on Designs is the latest company to add a little pizzazz to shirts and even flip flops.
Using genuine Swarovski Crystals, founder, owner and designer of the […]