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Healing with Macrobiotic Foods & The Kushi Institute

March 29th 2011 15:22
I am now healing with the help of macrobiotic foods.

More information can be found at the wonderful Kushi Institute:

KushiInstitute.org

Kushi Institute


The Kushi Institute is in Massachusetts however if you call them they should be able to give you some contact information for macrobiotic classes/lectures in Los Angeles.



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February 1st 2011 17:11
Dealing with serious illness so this is a temporary post so my blog won't disappear.
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Adventure City - The Little Theme Park That's Big on Family Fun!

December 2nd 2010 17:16
Adventure City - The Little Theme Park That's Big on Family Fun!

With eleven rides and eight attractions this is a manageable theme park geared toward 2 - 6 year olds. Take a break from the crowds at Disneyland & Knotts Berry Farm and head over to Adventure City in Anaheim, CA.

Adventure City
1238 South Beach Blvd
(between Ball and Cerritos)
Anaheim, California
in the Hobby City Complex
(714) 236-9300
adventurecity.com

adventure city anaheim


General Information and facts straight from Adventurecity.com's website:

Admission Prices:
Admission includes unlimited use of all rides, shows and attractions except the
climbing wall and arcade.
Child $13.95 (Infants 12 months and younger admitted free)
Adult $13.95
Senior $9.95 (55 years and up)

Parking:
Parking is Free at Adventure City!

Credit & ATM Cards:
Credit and ATM cards are accepted for tickets purchases at the main gate and food, drink and merchandise purchases inside the park. Cash back available too. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

Re-entry:
Hand-stamp exit and re-entry is available throughout the day of your visit.

Locker Rental:
All day locker rental use is available for a minimal charge. Keys are available at the main ticket window

Wheel chair rental:
We have a limited number of non-motorized wheel chairs available for daily rental on a first come first served basis. Ask a representative when purchasing tickets.

Stroller rental:
Single and double strollers are available for rent located just inside the main gate.

Food and Drink:
A variety of food and drinks are available inside the park including favorites like pizza, salads, sandwiches, hot dogs, curly fries, nachos and more! For the sweet tooth in us all, we have churros, ice cream, cookies, apples with caramel, frozen lemonade…too many to list!

Gift certificates:
Admission tickets can be purchased in advance in person and make great gifts.

Smoking policy:
Adventure City is a non-smoking facility. Smoking is permitted just outside our main gate.

Outside food/drinks:
Outside food and drinks are not permitted in the park with the exception of baby formula and baby food. Picnic tables are available outside the main gates with re-entry hand stamps.

Dress code:
All guests are required to wear Shoes and Shirts at all times when visiting. Clothing with offensive language and/or images are not permitted.

Animals:
Animals are not allowed in the park except for licensed service dogs.

Annual Passes:
We do not offer annual passes at this time.
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Last Weekend for Peach, Pear, Apple, & Plum Picking at YIngst Ranch!

October 7th 2010 20:07
Usually, they are open from June thru September but I called this morning and the last day they will be open in 2010 will be Sunday, October 10th.

Come down and taste the difference from store bought produce. They have U-pick and already picked.

Yingst Ranch
35349 80th Street East
Littlerock, CA 93543
661-944-2425

Open Tuesday - Sunday, 8am - 5pm


You can call for details on varieties available.

Yingst Ranch Peach picking

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Antelope Valley Fair starts, today!

August 20th 2010 14:22
2010 Antelope


The Antelope Valley Fair is here! It starts today 8/20/2010 and runs thru 8/29/2010

For even more detailed information & coupons visit:Avfair.com

To download a complete schedule of events, click here:Get schedule


General Admission 8/20 - 8/29

Adults (12 & older) $8.00

Juniors (6-11) $5.00

Children under 6 FREE with paid adult

Seniors (62 ) $5.00

Active Military FREE with Military Service I.D. (dependants must show I.D.)

Parking $5.00

Hours

8/20 4pm - Midnight

8/21 - 8/22 2pm - Midnight

8/23 - 8/27 4pm - Midnight

8/28 2pm - Midnight

8/29 2pm - 11pm

8/20 - 8/29: NO entry to the Fair 1 hour prior to close. Barns close at 10pm & Exhibit buildings close at 11pm nightly (with the exception of 8/29 when buildings close at 10pm). All buildings are ADA accessible.

Special Days

Friday, 8/20, FREE Parking and Admission - 4 - 5pm 1 FREE ride, 1 FREE game.



Saturday 8/21 & 8/28, Rotary Club of Lancaster BOOK DRIVE - Bring 1 NEW or 3 gently used elementary level book(s) & get 1 FREE admission from 2-4pm, redeem at main gate and receive 1 FREE ride.



Sunday, 8/22 & 8/29, Grace Resources Canned FOOD DRIVE - Bring 5 cans of food between 2 - 4pm & get 1 FREE admission & 1 FREE ride pass at Main Gate. Canned Food Drive promo does NOT include ticket to concert on 8/22 or Demo Derby*** on 8/29. $25 wristbands are available for purchase until 9pm & are good for rides all night. After
9pm to close NO $25 wristbands sold, rides are full price. $1 games (until 9pm only).



Monday, 8/23 -

• 2 for 1 Admission (equal or lesser value) sponsored by R. Rex Parris Law Firm - admission tickets are 2 tickets for the price of 1 with on-line coupon ONLY at avfair.com, valid 4-9pm.

• Kids Day - Kids 11 & under FREE admission. Opens at 4pm.

• Senior Day sponsored by High Desert Medical Group - FREE admission for seniors aged 62 & older. Fairgrounds open at 2pm for seniors, 4pm for public. Seniors ride Carousel & Ferris Wheel FREE ALL day. FREE lunch sponsored by Halley-Olsen, 2 - 3:30pm or while supplies last. Food Specials for seniors ONLY until 6pm at participating concession stands.

• Special-Needs Citizens Day sponsored by High Desert Medical Group - FREE admission for special needs citizens & 1 caregiver. Fairgrounds open at 2pm (4pm for public). FREE lunch 2 - 3:30pm or while supplies last. Limited rides FREE 2 - 4pm.

• FREE Admission for the Recently Unemployed - Two FREE general admission tickets will be stamped when a recent unemployment check or paystub (within 12 months) is presented with valid photo ID until 9pm ONLY. Cannot be combined with any other promo.



Tuesday, 8/24, $2 Dollar Tues. - Admission, rides and games are $2 each until 9pm. There will also be $2 specials at participating concession stands. (EXCLUDES parking, parking is $5)



Wednesday, 8/25, High Desert Broadcasting’s “Wacky Wed.” - $5 admission for all ages with on-line coupon ONLY at avfair.com, until 9pm.



Thursday, 8/26, “Come Back” Thurs. - $25 ride wristband is available for purchase on 8/26 for $20 at carnival ticket booths with presentation of a redeemable coupon from a previous carnival ticket purchase. REDEEM AT CARNIVAL TICKET BOOTH, NOT FAIR BOX OFFICE. NO duplications accepted. This PURCHASE offer is good ON 8/26, until 9pm, ONLY. BOTH $25 & $20 wristbands are good for rides all night. All games, $1 each.



Thursday, 8/26, Kiwanis Jr. Livestock Auction - 9am. (R. Rex Parris Show Arena) JLA BBQ - 6pm (Kiwanis BBQ - Heritage Park), a $10 ticket required. Buy BBQ dinner ticket at Administration Office or call Entry Office at 661-948-6060 ext. 226.



Friday, 8/27, FREE Parking (ONLY) - 4 - 5pm with avfair.com coupon. 1 FREE ride, 1 FREE game.


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The World of Color

August 13th 2010 02:25
California Adventure has a new attraction! The World of Color is a light and water show featuring many beloved Disney Characters. It's spectacular to behold!

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Updated/Photos added! Pick your own fresh, juicy pesticide-free cherries in Los Angeles County

July 2nd 2010 06:09
One of my favorite ways to while away an hour is winding my way thru row after row of trees bursting with glistening, deep red cherries. My attention fixated on the heavy branches, eyes feasting on the color palate of red fruit, green leaves and blue sky.

branches loaded with bing cherries


A cooling breeze is a welcome counterpart to the warmth of the sun filtering thru the trees. Hands reaching for the perfectly ripe fruit and claiming particular cherries as my own. Into my bucket they go with a few not making it past my mouth.

fresh picked cherries bucket


As my teeth break the skin of my first cherry of the season and the sweet tasty juice bursts forth, thrilling my taste buds, I am more than content.
Cherry picking is therapeutic and a peacefulness settles on me sometime during the experience. I always feel tranquil and quiet inside for hours afterwards. It’s a day well spent and I have a bucket full of treasure to bring home.


2010 Cherry Picking is underway!

5 star ranch entrance cherry picking


We went to the 5 Star Ranch this year and had such a wonderful time. We came home with many pounds of delicious Bing & Rainier cherries. These cherries are so much more flavorful than the supermarket. The people who run 5 Star Ranch are so friendly. If you ask and sometimes even if you don't they'll take the time to point out trees that have big ripe cherries.

5 star ranch friendly people cherry picking


They never use any pesticides or herbicides. The cherries are $3.00 lb but if you get on their email list they'll email you a coupon for a free pound with purchase. For the remainder of the season their hours will be: 8:00am - 3:00pm Saturday and Sunday, and 8:00am - 1:00pm weekdays thru June 2nd and possibly thru July 4th if they have cherries left. You can call or check their website for updated information:

5 Star Ranch
40109 90th St. West
Leona Valley, CA 93551.
(661) 270-9101
email: dan@5starranch.com
http://www.5starranch.com/

How To Get to 5 Star Ranch
Take the 5 Freeway north to the 14 Freeway north towards Palmdale/LancasterExit Palmdale Blvd and turn LeftDrive straight approximately 10 miles to 90th St. WestTurn LeftDrive straight to 40109 90th St. West Note: Palmdale Blvd. turns into Elizabeth Lake Rd. at 10th St. West

Scroll Down for more Cherry Picking Locations & Directions


Some Cherry picking tips:

pick your own cherries


Cherry season can be as short as 2 weeks or as long as 6 weeks so don’t wait. ( Although one farm’s cherries can be all gone and the another’s farm can still have plenty )

It’s a good idea to call first since a few farms are already open but most will be opening on June 12 or June 18th. You can also just drive down to Leona Valley and find signs directing you to open orchards. ( Bring this list with handy phone numbers in case you have any trouble finding an open orchard )

Go early to beat the heat but bring a jacket since the weather is unpredictable. Wear suncreen and bring a hat to shade your face. Bring water to keep hydrated.

Cherries stain so dress appropriately and bring baby wipes for the little ones.

You’ll be walking on dirt with holes here and there so closed toed shoes are strongly recommended.

rows of cherry trees


Make sure your child knows to spit out the cherry pit. If you’re in doubt bring along or buy a cherry pitter.

Just a reminder: always keep your children in sight - a good rule in any public place

You might want to bring a cooler to keep the cherries their very freshest during the drive home: Once you get your cherries home, promptly refrigerate them and wash just prior to eating. You can freeze cherries. We like to pit them first so you can use them in smoothies all year long

Sour cherries make the best pies but are scarce. Call Cherry Tyme (661) 270-0649 for harvest dates.


Some details vary from farm to farm so call or check the farm’s website’s if any of the following are important to you:

Bring cash. Only a few places take credit cards so call if you need to charge your cherries. There is no charge for parking or admission. I have heard that some have a minimum purchase amount but I’ve never encountered this personally.

Some orchards plant full grown trees while others plant dwarf trees making all the cherries more accessible, especially for children.

Certain orchards have places to wash up and/or port-a-potties, tractor or wagon rides, picnic and barbeque areas and some offer other items for sale like cookbooks, t-shirts, cold drinks, water, honey, nuts, cherry pitters, baked goods and more!

Many of these orchards are pesticide free. Others are also herbicide, insecticide free and others are certified Organic.

Most orchards don’t allow pets.

Generally, you are asked to pick only the cherry and leave the stem which insures a good crop of cherries next year.

fresh picked cherry


Some farms let you bring scissors and cut the cherries mid stem. Cherries with the stem intact are said to stay fresh longer.

bing cherries on tree branch


One tree's cherries can taste different from the next. You might want to sample one from each tree you pick from. Remember, you pay by the pound so only taste the cherries and wait to feast until after you buy.

cherry orchard rows


Directions to Leona Valley, California:

Leona Valley California


Leona Valley is only 50 minutes north of Los Angeles and 10 miles west of Palmdale. See Leona Valley on a map here.

From Los Angeles and San Fernando Valleys: Take the 5 freeway North to the Antelope Valley 14 Freeway North. Take the Palmdale Blvd exit and turn left (west) on Palmdale Blvd. Drive 9 miles to the center of Leona Valley and look for signs directing you to open orchards.

cherry orchard signs leona ave leona valley


If you are going to a particular orchard just put the address along with your address here: www.mapquest.com and print out specific directions. You can even stop at some of the local businesses and ask for an orchard map.

Whether you want Vans, Bings, Tartarians, Stellas, Rainiers, Montmorency or Brooks cherries, I’m sure you can find what you are looking for at these local farms.

Below you will find a list of Los Angeles County Cherry Orchards in Leona Valley. However I do list one in Littlerock & one in Llano.


Leona Valley:


5 Star Ranch
40109 90th St. West
Leona Valley, CA 93551.
(661) 270-9101
email: dan@5starranch.com
http://www.5starranch.com/

Ambers U-Pick Cherry Farm
9300 Leona Avenue
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-1919
email: ambersfarm@roadrunner.com
http://www.ambersfarm.com/

C & D Cherries
40722 90th St. West
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 622-7061
http://www.cdcherries.com/

Northside U-Pic em sweet Cherries
9729 Northside Drive
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) -270-1290
email: northsidecherries@roadrunner. com
www.northsidecherries.com

Big John’s Cherries
9258 Leona Ave.
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-9565
email: upickfarm@dslextreme.com
Big John's Cherries website

Windy Ridge Cherry Orchard
9811 Leona Avenue
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-9106
email: wrcherries@antelecom.net
http://www.pickcherries.com/

The Cherry Pit Ranch
40164 90th Street West
Leona Valley, CA 93551
email: cherryfarmer@thecherrypitranc h.com/
http://thecherrypitranch.com/

Rhodes Orchard
10600 Leona Avenue,
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-1569
http://www.rhodesorchard.com/

Rolling Thunder U-Pic Cherry Ranch
10254 Leona Avenue
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-9688
www.rtcherryranch.com/

Copeland's Cherry Ranch
9611 Leona Avenue
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-1900
email: copelandscherryranch@gmail.com

Nessa Ranch
38820 Bouquet Canyon Rd
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-1973
email: nessaranch@netzero.net

Pitchfork Ranch
13500 Elizabeth Lake Rd
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-0680

Villa Del Sol Sweet Cherry Farm
6989 Elizabeth Lake Road
Leona Valley, CA 93551
661-270-1356
email: info@upickcherries.com
http://upickcherries.com/

Hobart's Cherries
40121 95th Street West
Leona Valley CA 93551
661-270-0342

Cherry Tyme Sour Pie Cherry Orchard
39913 107th St W
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-0649

Bright Ranch
10600 Leona Avenue
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-0905
email: briteranch@qnet.com

Sky Meadow Farms
11212 Elizabeth Lake Road
Leona Valley, CA 93551
(661) 270-9524
http://www.skymeadowfarms.net/



Littlerock:

JL Farms
7651 Avenue U
Littlerock, CA 93543
661-944-9903aolo
email: jifarms77u@hotmail.com

Llano:

Brian Ranch Airport U-Pick Orchard
34810 Largo Vista Road
Llano, CA, 93544
(661) 261-3216
661-261-3216
email: felice@brianranch.com
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Catch a Baseball Game Without Breaking the Bank

May 29th 2010 08:11
Why not catch a minor league game? See the professionals, before they hit the big time and before they charge the big bucks for tickets. The Lancaster Jethawks are a class A affiliate of the Houston Astros.

This is a fun day spent outdoors with t-shirts shot into the stands, bouncers and games for the kids. There are even two "hawk" mascots, Kaboom & Stealth, who love to interact with the fans. Maybe, you can even get the ballplayers to sign some autographs.


Lancaster Jethawks ball signing


The Jethawks play at Clear Channel Stadium in Lancaster. There are 45 home games left in this season and there are plenty of tickets available. You can purchase tickets online, here.

The individual ticket prices start at $6.00 and soar to a whopping $12.00 for club level seats. Call (661) 726-5400 for information regarding season seats, special ticket mini-plan pricing or the Junior Jethawks Kids Club. They have some great promotions going on for select games. Click here for the promotion schedule.

All the kids get to run from one side of the field to the others in between certain innings. It's also possible to arrange for your little leaguer and his team to run out on the field with the players before a game.


running field Lancaster Jethawks Clear Channel Stadium


Here is a link to a panoramic view of Clear Channel Stadium

Lancaster Jethawks
Clear Channel Stadium
45116 Valley Central Way
Lancaster, CA 93536
(661) 726-5400

For driving directions, click here.

For more information, you can visit the Lancaster Jethawks website, here



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Aladdin vs. Toy Story - Who will stake claim to California Adventure Theme Park?

May 29th 2010 06:02
The last performance of Disney’s Aladdin, the long running "musical spectacular” at Disney’s California Adventure theme park was scheduled for August 15th. The 2000 seat Hyperion Theatre, located in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot section of California Adventure has been home to the 40 minute extravaganza since January 2003. In December, Disney had announced it was closing the the curtain on Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular's seven year run. Disney confirmed that plans were in place to have "Toy Story - The Musical" ( from Disney Cruise ship - Wonder ) make the Hyperion theatre it's new home.


California Adventure Hyperion Theatre Aladdin


This news was greeted with dismay in my household and from the many fans who have been pleasantly surprised by the quality of the free ( with park admission, of course ) "Broadway style" production.


Aladdin Musical California Adventure


"Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular" has it all: lush, larger than life sets, impressive stage effects, lively dance sequences, favorite songs from the well-loved animated classic movie, a rags to riches love story, a flying carpet and a wise cracking Genie with impeccable comic timing.


Cave of Wonders Aladdin California Adventure


The show is exciting and thanks to Genie, fall out of your theatre seat, funny. The comedy is kept up to date with references to current events. I've personally seen the show several times and it always felt fresh and it never dissapointed.


Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular California Adventure


Whooopeee! Disney announced this month, due to popular demand, Aladdin will stay, indefinitely! Insert happy dance here!
"Aladdin- the Musical Spectacular" lives on!


aladdin musical California Adventure


What about “Toy Story – The Musical”? Disney says: “Buzz, Woody and their pals will stay focused on the new additions in Toy Story Mania…for now”

Aww, sorry guys, but you still "have a friend in me" and a place in my heart. I promise to take the family to go see "Toy Story 3"!

If you want to catch "Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular", you now know where to find it. For more details and showtimes:
check out Disney's official webpage for the musical.


Hyperion Theatre California Adventure Aladdin


all images courtesy of Wikipedia - CCA-SA and/or Public Domain

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Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve

May 29th 2010 02:34
The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve is a State Natural Reserve and consists of California's most consistent poppy fields.


California Golden Poppy state flower


The California poppies are a hardy wildflower. The wildflower fields at the park are not watered or fertilized by humans and are subject to nature's unpredictable rain supply. Some years the poppies are abundant other years they are scarce in comparison.

The wildflowers are usually in bloom from March until May sometimes even starting in mid - February. They are usually in peak bloom around mid April. There are eight miles of trails to walk & benches to take a rest & enjoy what this Mojave Desert Grassland habitat has to offer. There is a picnic area so pack some lunch. A paved pathway goes partway into the reserve and over to the picnic area allowing wheelchair access.


California Golden Poppy Eschsholtzia californica
The golden poppy ( botanical name: Eschsholtzia californica ) was named by naturalist Adelbert Von Chamisso, who sailed into San Francisco Bay where he was met by golden poppy covered hills.


Common wildflowers at the reserve are, of course, California poppies and owl's clover, lupine, goldfield, cream cups, coreopsis & more!

Some wildlife you may encounter are: hawks, meadow larks, lizards gopher snakes, gophers ( if the gopher snakes don't get them first ), Mojave green rattlesnakes ( a good reason to stay on the trails ), coyote, bobcat, mice, kangaroo rats, beetles, scorpions & more. Have your camera ready


California Golden Poppy Eschsholtzia californica
The California golden poppy was selected as the official State flower of California by an act of the Legislature on March 2, 1903. In 1973, April 6 of each year was designated as California Poppy Day.



Some things that are good to know:


Don't sit on or pick a wildflower for your girl because picking or destroying wildflowers in the park is a violation of State law.

All features of the park are protected, including wildlife, rocks and historic objects. Don't try to take them home unless you get a permit first!

Everyone must stay on the trails and no horses, bicycles or dogs are allowed with the exception of service dogs.

Just a reminder that there are rattlesnakes so if you see one just let it go on it's way. They are not aggressive and but could bite if frightened or provoked.

The Antelope Valley weather can be unpredictable and is known for it's strong winds. Like any desert it can have extremes of temperature both hot & cold. Dress accordingly, bring layers and plenty of suncreen.


Antelope Valley California Poppy Hills


While the visitor Center and entrance kiosk are closed at the writing of this post The Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve will stay open to visitors on a self pay/self guided basis. This is good time to visit if you want a peaceful walk without the crowds at peak Poppy season.

Parking Fees
$8 per vehicle
$7 per vehicle with a senior on board (62 and over)
$4 per vehicle with DPR Disabled Discount Card
Small buses (9-24 passengers): $50
Large buses (25 or more passengers): $100



For more information, click here to visit the Antelope Valley Poppy Reserve's website

If you'd like to check the current wildflower bloom status click here:
Latest Poppy Reserve Research Field Notes

Wildflower Bloom Information
Poppy Reserve Wildflower Hotline
(661) 724-1180

The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve is open from Sunrise to Sunset & is located 15 miles west of Highway 14 near the city of Lancaster. The visitor center is located on Lancaster Road


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