Bolton Hall Museum is small museum which has permanent and rotating exhibits on the history of…read moreRancho Tujunga. It is a historic American Craftsman-era stone building in Tujunga, Los Angeles, California. The museum is open to the public on Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Volunteer docents are available to answer questions. There is no admission fee albeit donation is accepted. They have interesting historical artifacts and documents. Street parking only. Overall, I enjoyed my short visit and its history.

Bolton Hall Museum in Tujunga (currently open 1-4 pm Saturday and Sunday) preserves the meeting…read morehall of the Little Landers Society. Founded in the early 1900s, this group proposed giving each family a couple of acres of land to farm as part of the back-to-the-land movement. Several communities were founded on these principles, but by 1925, they were mostly abandoned. The building is made of local stone and beautifully maintained. Admission is free. Museum displays of local artifacts include items from the Tongva people living in the community that gave Tujunga its name (weren't they the original people living off the land, by the way?). I love visiting the tiny gift shop, which features cards, books, and artwork made by local artists. It's truly unique, and you'll be supporting a good cause. More information about the museum and events here: https://www.boltonhall.org/ Free street parking.

The Pondella Building is a castle like huge home converted into collection of offices, shops and…read moresmall businesses. Made up of Bavarian architecture w/ a lot of Victorian character it's a huge staple of Sherman Oaks and LA Valley local flavor - established in the late 70s (1977). I've walked, driven and bussed by more times than I can count. Gazed at the gorgeous spiral staircase, side alley storage place and brick stone pathways leading in as well as out. Two stories high of local services including insurance, therapy (both physical and mental - including acupuncture) self care (lashes, brows & permanent via Ladies Boom LA), eyecare (attached nextdoor), birthing and infant services to name some, but there is a few more. If driving by down Riverside Drive it's something that will often hold your eye. Parking on the street or in a shared lot just before the corner off Riverside/Woodman Avenue. They have their own spaces in back - through their alley which you can access from either street or side.

The Pondella Building is quite an interesting piece of architecture in Sherman Oaks. It is really…read moreout of place being across from the shopping mall (galleria). I believe the style to be Victorian. It certainly looks old enough and has enough original features for it to actually be from that time period. The building is immaculately maintained, clean, freshly painted and if for any reason you get to go into the offices of some of the people that work there be prepared for a treat because there is a lot of cool architectural features. Exposed wood beams, bricks inside, wood fan flooring. It would be really cool to get an office here and work from inside. Quiet, quaint, classic, you certainly feel like you have been transported elsewhere.

Beautiful memorial park in Pasadena, CA. Special appreciations to city administration for this…read morebeautiful place.

Beautiful Memorial to History's forgotten Genocide. The…read moreArmenian and English engraving on the ground is heartwarming. A small but compelling shrine to reflect upon man's inhumanity to man. The premises need to be kept clean and tidy. Unfortunately vandalism is present, and trash all around the monument. It is a disgrace to neglect this important Memorial!

Look for the gate and stairs at the south side of the cul-de-sac. Neat part of local history. Glad…read morewe made the trip.

What I find most interesting about this Historic Cultural Monument (No. 188) is how hidden it is…read more It's tucked away between two houses at the end of a cul-de-sac. You'd never know that it was here without prior knowledge. It's worth a quick visit if you happen to be nearby. The blog BigOrangeLandmarks provides a great summary of the life of J.B. Lankershim and the history of the monument. After his death Lankershim willed almost 20 acres of land to the Boy Scouts of America and asked that an obelisk be erected in his name and that his ashes be spread over the land. In the 1950s the Boy Scouts ended up selling all but the small strip of land that surrounds the monument. http://bigorangelandmarks.blogspot.com/2008/09/no-181-burial-place-of-jb-lankershim.html?m=1

The murals of Chandler along the bike and path of North Hollywood have changed and expanded with…read moretime, with new murals and pieces being added not only the buildings, walls and spaces that highlight it, but the path itself, with more benches and even workout equipment so you can enjoy the beauty of North Hollywood in more ways than one. The murals and art stretch from the near Chandler Ave/Vineland Blvd down to Chandler/Cahuenga Blvd... Short stroll to from the Metro B (Red) Line. It stretches for a half mile and is an easy 10 to 15 minute stroll depending on your pace. A few local staples at both end including Great White Hut (restaurant) and Iliad Bookshop, not to mention a great brewery in-between (Lawless), off Craner Avenue (tiny side street). Lots of parking in the area, free of restrictions, walkable distance to other parts of NoHo like my favorite dives The Good Nite and Bullet Bar, both on Burbank Blvd. Take a stroll through a slice of North Hollywood's Chandler Blvd Art & Mural walk and enjoy a slice of valley outdoors.

Being an art lover, I found out about this place on Yelp. Since it was a nice day and this is…read moreoutdoors, we took a drive out here. My review is based on my observations, with no research on its background. This stretch of a few blocks appears to be the exterior wall of some industrial businesses. The city at some point built an outdoor walking, jogging and bike path for all to enjoy. Then came the murals to bring color and life to an otherwise dull and grim row of fences/ walls. We strolled about 10 minutes and viewed some pieces. They were mostly nice, but really hoped there was some information telling me the background of the mural and the artist(s). Unfortunately, some were also tagged by graffiti. If you're nearby, it's a nice way to spend about 10-15 minutes on a stroll, and it's free to see. There was plenty of street parking. Wear sneakers as the walking surface can get uneven.

As part of a little tour a co-worker took us on, Walt's grave turned out to be on the route! It is…read morea bit of a hard find, but not so much when you have someone with you that has been here before. Visiting Walt's grave was amazing. I was, sorta, able to stand beside the man that left behind a huge entertainment legacy. If you are definitely a Disney diehard, this is a place to visit! It's exactly what you see in the pictures. Nothing fancy. No Mickey statue adorning his final resting place. Just a well manicured area, tucked away in the corner. Hope that Walt enjoyed us visiting and bring

I come here to bring Walt Disney gifts and to enjoy the peace that wafts through the space. I find…read moremy visits to bring me peace and uplifting feelings. Grateful for the ability to visit this beacon of inspiration for artists. I credit Walt with my love for character design, and for the reason I chose to go into a creative field. Thank you Forest Lawn for the clean and inviting space to pay respects.

We Burbankers hate to brag, but Magnolia Boulevard (from Buena Vista to Hollywood Way) is a "shop…read moresmall" paradise, with tons of stores (new, thrift, vintage and antique), markets, restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, nail and hair salons. Even my Miele vacuum repair guy is here. Park and walk, yo! You have not had pizza til you've had it at Pinocchio. My nose will grow if that's not true. The last Friday of each month is "Food Truck Friday." The shops stay open later and a ton of food trucks line the street with everything you can imagine. The Dream Donut Truck is a personal favorite. It's global small town around here, with food trucks serving up fare from all over the world, and people from all over the world too, most of whom I'm happy to call my Burbank neighbors. Dogs welcome!

I really love strolling up and down Magnolia Park which is located along the boundaries of Victory…read moreto Clybourn and from Clark to Chandler. There are lots of free public, store and street parking while you shop, or simply browse through numerous business establishments. In here, you will find a lot of local businesses which include vintage stores, antique shops, hobby stores, etc. There are also lots of eateries to choose from, the most famous of which is Porto's Bakery. A lot of activities are also held here especially on the last Fridays of each month when they have the Ladies and Gents Night Out. Stores stay open late offering specials on commodities. Joining them are about 30 food trucks lined up along the streets of Magnolia. A car show is held here in summer and Holiday in the Park in winter. The UME credit union holds free movie nights in its parking lot. Come by our neighborhood and join the fun!

The Bullocks Wilshire Building is a Los Angeles Cultural Monument and is listed on the National…read moreRegister of Historic Places. The building was originally a high-end luxury department store with live models or what they referred to as walking mannequins and an exceptional sales team who took meticulous notes of their patrons and their preferences, which included every detail of their past purchases. Southwestern Law School eventually purchased the building in 1994 and renovated the building to its art deco glory after the LA riots. Upon entering the building, the Perfume Hall greets you with imported marble adorning the walls and display cases of Southwestern memorabilia. With the exception of the display cases, it is virtually in the same condition as it was when the building opened its doors in 1929. The second floor takes you to one of my favorite rooms, the Louis XVI Room, which is inspired by one of the rooms in the Palace of Versailles in Paris and is now home to the law school's special events and receptions. Adjacent to the Louis XVI Room, is the Chanel Room and La Directoire, aka the French Room. The Chanel Room, one of most elegant rooms with finely painted wall murals and a beautiful chandelier, is of particular interest because it is where Coco Chanel housed her fine accessories. The third floor has been repurposed into various classrooms while the fourth floor has been converted to various staff and faculty offices. The fifth floor takes you to the legendary tea room where Hollywood legends like Clark Gable, Greta Garbo, and John Wayne have dined. The Dean's Office was originally the owner, John Bullock's suite and private residence with a terrace and garden, which now overlooks downtown. It truly is a hidden gem of Los Angeles and a must-see landmark if you want to travel back into time or simply, to appreciate the beauty that is the Bullocks Wilshire Building.

I'd like to start by saying I overall really enjoyed the tea and tour today! I appreciated that our…read moreguide seemed really knowledgable and excited about the building and the results of the preservation efforts are truly amazing. However, the tea left something to be desired. My sister very politely asked the maitre'd if we could have a table next to the window, since we saw some that were open. He told us no, which was fine, except the two parties after us (one the same size as us of two people, one was a single person), were sat next to the window when they did not even ask. One of them later even asked to be moved away from the table next to the window. We did ask to be moved to that table after we saw she moved, and the other staff were really great and obliged. Before we moved, the server very clearly took the USED clotted cream and jam from another table and placed it at ours, telling us it was for us. The little bowls were on a used plate with a used knife. Again, when we asked another server about it, they were very apologetic and brought us new servings. I do want to emphasize that the other servers were excellent and accommodating, just these two incidents really dampened an otherwise lovely experience. I also understand that the vast majority of the price of the ticket goes to maintaining and restoring the building, as it should, but I think that expecting at least fresh food is reasonable. I also understand that this was most likely an issue with the catering company.