What a lovely nursery! Visit and learn about/buy native plants for your yard. The environment will…read morethank you! (Note: If you think you might be lost right before you get there, you are probably going the right way.) They have really cute seed and book/gift huts too for you and your garden loving friends. There is also a little trail you can take next to the nursery where you can see hawks, lizards, and sometimes snakes!

I have heard of this place but never visited. Instagram advertised a fall plant sale and I was…read moregoing to be nearby, so I checked it out. You need to reserve parking (and it is limited as in, not a whole lot of spaces). You can park on the street down the hill but you will have a 700 foot walk uphill in dust. Depending on their stock, they should have a decent amount of small (and some large) native plants to California. There is also a cute seed shack and merchandise. They have areas for lots of classes and ways to educate yourself on the native landscape to California. I left with an endangered Dudleya from the coast of Santa Barbara.

I have brought my two boys here for summer camp . They like it alot . They had the day plan out…read morewith fun activities and field trip once a week. The cost of the camp was cheaper then other camps . Now that they are in school . They are doing tutoring. The tutoring is 15 per session or 60 a month . The kids like it . There nice to them . They help them with homework and help them catch up on school work . The facility is big . They have a play structure and a big soccer field to play on . They do alot of different classes like music , ballet , tutoring , homework club etc. They do have a clean facility With plenty of parking . The office staff stephanie is really great and helpful to parents and kids . She is always trying to help .

Truly an amaZing staff and an amazing place to bring your kid especially for summer camp! Janet and…read morerosario are so sweet and welcoming and the rest off the staff is super kind and nice to both the kids and parents! One day i walked in and they were doing zumba it was awesome. My daughter loves it here and I truly feel like she is safe and well taken care of. They swim in the pool 2 times a week which is my daughters favorite part I will continue to bring my daughter here every summer and would recommend it to everyone!!

I've been volunteering with LA Family Housing since 2021, they do a lot of good in Los Angeles by…read moreproviding resources, life-saving services, employment resources, and housing that end homelessness, for good. With so many people effected by the pandemic, the state of the world, general health, the fires, the economy and wellness as well as the job market I've known/know many people who benefit from organizations like LAFH - who seem to be the most thorough, compassionate and active in Los Angeles. I've been lucky enough to help with on site gardening #greenthumb, homeless connect days, donation kits and even fundraising. I've connected with several staff, employees, security, affiliates and those seeking services and toured the facilities at their home base/main location in North Hollywood on Lankershim Blvd. I learn something new every week, and look for ways to be involved as well as encourage others to be involved. Visit their website under take action to become involved as a volunteer or connect to services if you need them or know someone who needs them. They also are actively hiring and growing their staff to better serve the Los Angeles community #GiveBack

It would be so nice if these entities hired the right people rather than people with "credentials"…read morewho show up merely to have lunch and collect a paycheck. The employee pool at LAFH is extremely lacking in competence as well as having no interest whatsoever in helping those whom they have been hired to help. They appear very young & inexperienced with no concept of the urgency for the individuals that they are there to help. My own experience to base this perception on has been with the Media Relations (Rachel Kassenbrock) & the Community Outreach (Marco Santana) persons. That said - this entity is still a necessary evil & well worth every effort trying to get help from them.

Thank you for this insightful honor to testify about MEND's awesome services! When I was having…read morefinancial challenges eight years ago, I was the last of fifteen lucky patrons who won a MEND'S lottery for practically free dental services. Since then, I have been a regular patient of both MEND's dental and medical services. Their dental doctors give me deep-teeth-cleanings every three months - to keep my "pearly whites" healthy and bright! Moreover, their vision doctors give me two comprehensive eye exams, yearly - with a pair of fashionable glasses to match. Although I am 62, MEND's health programs keep me looking, feeling and acting like I am in my mid 40's. My vision is excellent for my age; I've only lost six teeth and my health is above-normal. Moreover, I am proudly showing-off five, glowing dental-implants and am scheduled for one more. I love my visits to MEND. Everyone is robustly friendly and always speak positively, in Spanish or English - like a comfortable family. I can't help from being enamored with MEND's revolving staff and personally miss their fun when they are gone. They are also timely with setting my appointments, making advance courtesy calls, and following-up - even with my trifling concerns. Whenever I have had to wait, they promptly and clearly explain why and give me reasonable alternative dates. MENDS Board-Certified dentists, optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians are all Five-Star specialists. They are supported by academically superior apprentices that are uniquely trained in their technical fields - with impeccable personal care and social skills. MEND maintains State-of-the-Art equipment and technologically current personnel. The MEND Doctors have Big-Fun in the clinic. You may have to endure some brilliant, esoteric music or videos when you are having your "mug" fixed. Therefore, I cherish my MEND Doctors, who heart-fully call me by name. Several stand out - like Dr. Susan C. Fredericks, Dr. Hale, Dr. Alvarado and Dr. Avocado. Watching and listening to them instruct their apprentices is extremely informative and entertaining - as they meticulously work as a team. Hence, I've absorbed so much health info over the years - while being dubbed the "Patient - Patient -" that I should be awarded an honorary degree! I also take advantage of MEND's generous Food Service Programs that provide heathy foods and meals; Clothing Programs that provide trendy clothes and shoes; and Fitness Programs that provide nutrition info and diverse exercises - for our homeless and struggling neighbors. Also, MEND's yoga and samba classes; and their special events for children - rock! In essence, you will love coming to MEND. They truly MEET EVERY NEED WITH DIGNITY! Clarence CHAZZ Ross

I have been going to mend since 2008 for the last 16yrs no matter homeless, shelter,or transitional…read moreliving to now assistant living they are always here on this Conner of San Fernando & I have never seen them turn a anyone down no matter where you come from there here to help and help so many so many people in so many different different needs and yes they do meet every need with dignity when I had nowhere else to shower I could go there and shower and they had the best little clothing closest. I hope to get help with clothes & hygiene also with the dfood this week things are a little different with clothes, hygiene and butt wipes... There great . Thank you

My son was invited at a birthday party here so we went for the fist time and he had a total…read moreblast!!! I don't know how much it is for birthday parties but it is a great cozy place to have a private event as it is smaller than other farms that offer the same service so you feel like you have more of a one on one experience. They have a yard with goats pigs and small donkeys that kid can play with and pet. They also have many horses and kids can try a ride them as part of the birthday package they offer. Clean restroom which is always a plus if you have you g kids. The stuff is super attentive and sweet. Bring sun block and a heat as it will get real hot these days!

After three years of our daughter riding at Special Spirit, it is with full confidence that our…read morefamily encourages other families to experience the joy that is this haven. Immediate comfort knowing that empathy, enjoyment and a gentle approach are at the heart of their service. Having had three different coaches, and several different volunteers helping, we consistently have rewarding experiences where we trust our young daughter in their hands. The horses are gentle and well-selected, and well-loved. They also do rescue work for donkeys - a plus for us! Their love of animals, and compassion for the larger world, shines through in their work. AND we had an amazing birthday party hosted here when our daughter turned ten. What an incredible experience for all who attended. Thank you, Special Spirit, for all you give to this world!

My husband and I had our wedding at the Woman's Club in April, and it was such a lovely venue. Our…read morewonderful coordinator (Nancy) made it so easy to figure out dates to view the venue and organize the event. We had our ceremony outdoors and had the reception indoors, which comfortably accommodated our 50 person party (and would certainly accommodate more!) The space was simple, elegant, and exactly what we wanted for our special day. Thank you so much LAWC!! :)

We love the La Crescenta Woman's Club! I've hosted two large parties there (60 and 100 people) and…read morethis venue is absolutely beautiful. They have a great selection of furniture, audio-visual, a stage, piano, kitchen, fireplace, foyer, bridal room, and I'd have to say their restrooms are so pretty. They'll set up the furniture for you, too! I love the warm lighting and ample parking. I highly recommend.

I have children in both therapeutic and in the ridding club. I must say my children have and are…read morelearning so much. Johnny the owner is very professional I love that he is very knowledgeable and genuinely loves and cares for his horses. They are very well cared for and spoiled . This is honestly one of the main reasons I knew this place was top notch. Johnny and All instructors are very experienced. Children in therapeutic get the support they need and are always supervised. I love that Johnny is huge on safety ! They meet your children where they are at and he always finds ways to motive the kids. Ridding club has so much to offer from new riders to more experienced. They have horses for many different ridding levels . I highly recommend to make an appointment and get a tour if you're interested. He also offers SUMMER CAMP ! My teenage and younger kiddo attended all 9 weeks of summer camp and they had the greatest experience. Even with the heat they had so much fun and learned so much about horsemanship and so much more. We are obsessed!

My kids did summer camp at shadow hills riding club…read more Everything was great and they can't wait to go back this summer to ride Boom and Tate!

The North Hollywood Navigation Center is a pretty amazing facility located on the borders of North…read moreHollywood and Sun Valley off Sherman Way and Radford Avenue. They have an information center, resource center, restrooms, showers, garden and offer a lot of opportunities for those facing hardship, poverty, hunger, and homelessness by offering immediate assistance as well as long-term solutions. I recently volunteered her via LA Family Housing partnering up with Hope the Mission/Hope of the Valley for a homeless connect day where they also provided a career and education fair, complimentary hot meals, beverages, hygiene kits, pet food, pet blankets, blankets, towels, clothing, haircuts and lots of great things for everyone including volunteers like myself. Parking can be accessed on Sherman Way or Radford (where Maps will take you) as well as via street parking. It's one of the cleanest and most well kept up centers I've ever come across and the host a ton of events here each month. Check out hopethemission.org/volunteer for opportunities to help and/or hopethemission.org/our-programs/help-center/ for resources.

I have dealt with the service and they seem very lenient, Im starting by scratch to play ketchup…read moreagain this place is business to help me keep forwarding and plus I have income but they'll help you find a steady job two for the price of one. I tried their bathrooms and they are clean to perfect, and the area is well spot on.

I think this resource center does a great job of providing guidance to its LA Care members. They…read morehave fitness classes and cpr classes. They even have child care services when you're attending a class. I think this resource center is a great addition to the community.

I think Nina has some mental health issues, because she stated she has trouble with volunteers and…read moredoes not know why. I visited her property to see about volunteering and found it dirty, messy, and two older gray horses are very thin, her reason is they are older, which is not acceptable. She confided she once beat a horse within an inch of his life and feels guilty. What would cause someone to be so cruel and angry, and ruthless? I was asked to leave the property by Nina and her assistant because I was honest, that I would find it difficult to volunteer for health and safety concerns because the property is so messy, unkempt, and she blamed the rats for taking things out of the garbage can and spreading trash. Nina is intelligent and I am sure means well, just that she could use a kind ear and some renewed thinking and direction. I just think there are too many problems here and perhaps animal control should be called but I myself have not done this for fear of retaliation I am sorry to admit.

I do not recommend this business in any way shape or form. The owner is Nina Heller and she is…read morenotoriously rude to all the parents. The place is disgusting and never clean. It used to be a decent place but she has pushed away everyone with her behavior. We go to another riding club now and are much happier.