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From the moment that I walked into this absolute treasure on Pico and Doheny, I was struck by the calm, and the warmth of the ambiance. It was apparent that the love that the owners poured into this Los Angeles landmark over 40 years ago is as palpable as ever. The newly renovated space allows for parts of the past to peak through in the form of autographed bricks from the Golden age of Hollywood, when this was a popular Italian restaurant, and mementos spanning the time when Mrs. Adler was at the helm. The restaurant is a pleasant place with great food, and fantastic service; much like a family space, inclusive, and cozy. There was a reverence for the care that its‘ creators brought to it; it is more than just a nice place to eat. We were at the restaurant for a Sunday Brunch and ordered the French Toast, Latkes, and Eggs Benedict, which were all beautifully plated and exceptionally delicious! It was such a relaxing Sunday, eating in tranquility with the soothing sound of the piano in the background. The story is that when Bernie, and Leah Adler (Spielberg's Mom) opened the doors to The Milky Way in 1977, "their vision was to offer fine kosher food to the Jewish Community at a time when such a thing didn't exist in Los Angeles. Leah wanted to introduce interesting fare to many who had never tasted dishes like Cajun, Mexican, or Thai. Shortly after opening, it was very apparent that the main attraction wasn't just the food, but was Leah herself!" "From the framed family photographs to the movie posters headlined by Adler’s son director Steven Spielberg, dining inside really feels like stepping into Adler’s own kitchen." --Eater Los Angeles The Milky Way Restaurant is located at 9108 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles . CA 90035, Tel 310.859.0004. The restaurant is open Mondays through Thursdays from 11:30am to 2:30pm, and from 5:00 to 9:00pm; Fridays from 11:30am to 2:00pm. It is closed on Saturdays, and open on Sundays from 4:00 pm to 9:00pm, and from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm for Sunday Brunch. The Milky Way is also available for private events up to 60 guests seated, and semi-private events for up to 40 guests. For more information, and to reserve a table, please visit The Milky Way's official website. #foodie #LA

Toast and Taste Aboard the Trolley’s Top Deck as You Embark on a Journey Through The Famed Outdoor Destination! Caruso is taking The Grove’s newest outdoor dining experience to new heights with the introduction of Bistro 1759. Located atop the property’s double decker trolley, Bistro 1759 is an all-new private dining experience where you can delight in a fabulous feast while riding through The Grove’s famed pedestrian street. Beginning May 18, step aboard the trolley’s new top deck dining space and enjoy an unforgettable experience perfect for birthdays, celebrations, and anniversaries alike. Available for parties up to 10 you can take in The Grove from a stunning new vantage point as the Trolley gently coasts along the property’s beloved First Street past the iconic Park and Dancing Fountain. The coveted experience lasts 90 minutes and hosts a four-course menu specially curated by Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill. With main menu classics such as Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice, Wings & Oxtail Friend Rice, and chef selected Sashimi Platters, along child friendly options like Kids Maki, Blue Ribbon Cheeseburger, and Ginger Bread Pudding, you can personalize menus to be served on the lively 90-minute journey. Wine and cocktail pairings are also available to accompany meals with a variety of wine, beer, sake, and spirits (for adults). The Grove’s famous green and gold trolley, adorned with numbers 1759 (a signature Caruso Easter egg), is built from a historic undercarriage of a 1950s Boston streetcar and has been stationed at the property’s First Street since the properties’ opening in 2002. Driven by a classically attired conductor, the electric powered train has become an icon of The Grove for almost two decades, and now, is leading the latest guest innovation for the property as the first in Caruso’s premiering line of exceptional dining experiences. In addition to The Grove’s Bistro 1759, extraordinary dining experiences are also available at Caruso’s The Americana at Brand and Palisades Village destinations. Private cobblestone dining is available Fountain-side at The Americana at Brand, while Palisades Village offers The Coast Lounge, an indoor and outdoor private event space available for groups of up to 10. Bistro 1759 will be accepting reservations for private dining parties for lunch and dinner from May 18. Experiences begin at $1,000. For bookings and more information, please visit The Grove LA and follow @TheGroveLA on Instagram.

If you are planning a vacation with variety, you should consider Spain. Here you can explore historical sights, fine arts, scenic beaches, and mouthwatering cuisine. The best time to visit Spain depends upon the places you want to go and what you want to do. Tourism is high during the spring and fall seasons because of the moderate climate. This is the best time to plan your trip from LA to Spain. During any time of the year, you can explore many places as per your interest and timeline. How is the Weather in Spain? There’s not much difference in the weather between Spain and LA. The difference in temperatures is around 4.5 to 7 degrees Celsius. However, summers could be really hot, so plan accordingly. Summers in Spain are dry, sunny, and hot. The temperatures climb up to the 80s during summers around the Madrid region. If you go to Seville, you'll feel more heat with temperatures about 93 degrees Fahrenheit. Barcelona during summers is similar but more sticky. Areas near the Atlantic coast are colder destinations to travel in summers. Here the temperatures are around 70 degrees, accompanied by breezy winds. Temperatures drop too much during the winters in Spain. Madrid experiences temperatures in the 30s, while some hilly areas have freezing weather. A good time to visit if you are a Ski lover. Northern regions experience plenty of rain during winters. Spring and fall have a moderate climate, with clear blue skies and calming heat. The weather in Spanish regions is unpredictable during these months. You can still enjoy your vacations without the blazing heat and chilling air. Famous Festivals of Spain During festivals, you will notice a hike in hotel prices. But when compared to LA, the prices are still reasonable to book. These festivals are once-in-a-lifetime experiences and worth trying. From rural to urban and small to big cities, each place has its unique celebrations all through the year. The Holy Week is a main Festival throughout the country. But the festivity in Seville and Malaga is remarkable. You should plan a vacation during this time, even if you are a non-religious person. If you want to enjoy the La Tomatina festival, then you have to visit Buñol during the last week of August. Over 20000 people are involved in the La Tomatina festival every year. The participants throw tomatoes at each other, covering everything and everyone in red. Plan your travel well in advance as tickets sell out very fast during this time. Saint John's eve is another beautiful festival in Spain, it comes at the end of June and marks the start of summer. The festival night is celebrated with family and friends together. Where they enjoy a few drinks, watch fireworks, and plan for upcoming summers. People have bonfires on the beaches and jump over them as a good luck sign. Famous Attractions to Visit in Spain Spain is famous for the most beautiful Cathedrals in the world. Montserrat is a well-known religious site in Spain and is at the top of a 7-mile high mountain. You can travel by bus through the narrow roads to reach the destination. The views are spectacular from the bus but can toss a few people's stomachs. To be on the safe side, you must book your trip a few days in advance. Barcelona has the famous The Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família. It is a massive unfinished Catholic Church designed by Antoni Gaudí. The church will be finalized by 2026. You can get a complete view of the city by reaching the top of one of its towers. However, it has an elevator to go to the top, but the visitors have to return through the stairs. Famous Foods and Drinks in Spain All the seasons are good to enjoy the food in Spain. Summer menus have many seafood items and grilled fish along with gazpacho(veg-soup). Jamon, a famous Spanish food, is a must-try regardless of whatever time you visit Spain. It is made by salting the Ham's legs and hanging them for a few months to dry. Best enjoyed with crusty bread and a glass of cava (Spanish wine). Another dish to try out in Spain is Paella, a rice-based delicacy. There are many versions of Paella, but the original one is with chicken, rabbit, or seafood. You can find this at every restaurant in Spain but be careful, from where you order? For an authentic taste, try this dish from a busy restaurant. What is the Best Time to Book a Flight to Spain? The total flight duration is around 12 hours to 16 hours from LA to Spain. This depends on the flight and the destination airport you choose. The cost of your flight depends on various factors. Some of them are the source, destination, how much in advance you book tickets, and airlines. You can still save a few dollars while booking your flight to Spain by knowing these simple facts: Flights are cheapest in the "dead zones" during the first two weeks of December and the end of January. Flights are cheap because fewer tourists fly during this time. When booking your tickets, set alerts on booking apps. You will be alerted whenever the price drops during your set time. Always remember that the cheapest days to book air travel are the weekdays. So plan your holidays from Wednesday to Wednesday.

Most schools are now using Google Classroom to assign homework to students and to receive their homework electronically as well. If you don't have a scanner at home, don't panic. We will show you in few easy steps how to use your iphone or ipad to scan your kids' homework and send to their teachers electronically. A free scanner is already built into your iphone or ipad that you can use to get by during social distancing. Follow these easy steps to scan any document: Open Your Notes Application and create a new note by clicking on the icon on the right bottom corner. Click on the camera icon in your existing Note, and choose "Scan Documents". Position the document in view and take a picture of your document. Drag near corners to adjust, and click on "Keep Scan" if you are satisfied with your picture, or retake if you are not satisfied. Click "Save" to save your document. If you have more than one page, continue the above steps in the same Note document. You can now send all your documents in the same Note to your kid's teacher by Email or through Google Drive. Click on the icon on the right top corner of your Note, and choose Email or Google Drive. If you don't have Google Drive on your iphone or ipad, go to App Store and download Google Drive, then follow the instructions below to upload your documents into Google Drive: Open your Note with the saved documents that you want to upload to Google Drive. Click on the icon on the right top corner of your Note, and choose Drive. Choose an Account that you want to use to upload your documents into. (If your kids have been assigned an email from LAUSD, choose that email to send documents to their teachers). Choose "My Drive" at the bottom of Google Drive App. Choose a folder that you want to use for saving the documents to be shared. If you don't have a specific folder assigned for homework, you can create one by clicking on the plus icon on top of the right hand corner of your Google Drive App. Choose a name for your folder and click on create. Click on your desired folder and click "Save here" at the right bottom corner, and click "upload" on the right top corner to upload your documents. Now open your Google Drive App and sign in with your kid's LAUSD email address. You should see your recent document on top of the screen when you open your Google Drive App. Click on the document, and then click on the three dots ... on right top corner. Click on "Share" and enter your kid's teacher's email address that has been provided by school or the teacher. You can add a message if you desire, and click on send or the little triangle on the right bottom corner. You can give different permission to people you choose to share your documents with. Choose "Editor" if you want to give permission to a person to edit your documents in the shared folder. Choose "Viewer", if you only want to give them permission to view the document, and choose "Commenter" if you want to give permission to a person to make comments on your documents. If you have questions, please send us your questions, using the comment box below, and we'll be happy to answer.

Distance learning is a big challenge for many parents! Not only we have to supervise our children, many of us have to work, cook, and clean while kids are staying home. Below we came up with some ideas to help your kids transition to the new school year, including tips for helping them with distance learning. The most important thing to remember is to start with firm and clear expectations. Send the kids to bed early and at the same time every night at least one week before school starts. Set Regular wake-up time, and get the kids ready for school as if they are physically going to school. Make sure kids have a healthy breakfast before start of the day. Designate a quiet room or an area at your home for distance learning. Write down your expectations and house rules and talk to your kids before school starts. Be very clear about consequences for not following rules. Make sure to follow a daily schedule. Set parental control on your kids' devices so they can't access other programs or sites during school hours other than school programs and websites. Make sure your kids have enough time to snack between classes. Go for short walks during break time so kids can get some of their energy out. If you work at home, designate a specific time that you will be available to help your kids with their distance learning. Prepare a snack, lunch, and dinner schedule. Take a lunch break with your kids and eat together, and talk about your day. Don't allow your kids watch TV or play games during the week. Get the more challenging homework out of the way first when they have more energy, and leave the easy work for later. Award them for following your rules at the end of each school day. Avoid yelling and screaming; instead be firm and follow through with your consequences. Make sure that they have enough physical activities after a long day of virtual learning. Listen to music, do yoga, or mediate with your kids for at least 20 minutes every night before bedtime. Be kind to yourself and your kids during these difficult times. Remember that this is a temporary situation. You May Also Enjoy: 73 Activities To Do With Kids At Home During School Closure!

During the distance learning, Los Angeles Unified has been providing food to students through Grab & Go Food Centers, giving families 60 sites where they can pick up food for their children. Grab & Go Food Centers will distribute free meals to students through LA School District. Each child can take home two nutritious meals every day. To find the closest Grab & Go Food Center, see the list below. For more information, please check out LAUSD's website. LOCAL DISTRICT CENTRAL Barack Obama Preparation Academy 1700 W. 46th St., Los Angeles 90062 Berendo Middle School 1157 S. Berendo St., Los Angeles 90006 Burbank Middle School 6460 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles 90042 Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy 1420 E. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90011 Eagle Rock High School 1750 Yosemite Drive, Los Angeles 90041 Liechty Middle School 650 S. Union Ave., Los Angeles 90017 Los Angeles Academy Middle School 644 56th St., Los Angeles, CA 90011 Manual Arts High School 4131 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles 90037 RFK/UCLA Community School 700 S. Mariposa Ave., Los Angeles 90005 Santee High School 1921 Maple Ave., Los Angeles 90011 Sotomayor Arts/Sciences Magnet 2050 N. San Fernando Road, Los Angeles 90065 LOCAL DISTRICT EAST Bell Senior High School 4328 Bell Ave., Bell 90201 Felicitas and Gonsalo Mendez Senior High School 1200 Plaza Del Sol, Los Angeles 90033 Gage Middle School 2880 E. Gage Ave., Huntington Park 90253 Garfield Senior High School 5101 E. 6th St., Los Angeles 90022 Hollenbeck Middle School 2510 E. 6th St., Los Angeles 90023 Lincoln Senior High School 3501 N. Broadway, Los Angeles 90031 Marquez Senior High School 6361 Cottage St., Huntington Park 90255 South East Senior High School 2720 Tweedy Blvd., South Gate 90280 South Gate Senior High School 3351 Firestone Blvd., South Gate 90080 Wilson Senior High School 4500 Multnomah St., Los Angeles 90032 LOCAL DISTRICT NORTHEAST Byrd Middle School 8501 Arleta Ave., Sun Valley 91352 East Valley Senior High School 5525 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood 91601 Fulton College Preparatory School 7477 Kester Ave., Van Nuys 91405 Maclay Middle School 12540 Pierce Ave., Pacoima 91331 Panorama Senior High School 8015 Van Nuys Blvd., Panorama City 91402 Romer Middle School 6501 Laurel Canyon Blvd., North Hollywood 91606 San Fernando Senior High School 11133 O’Melveny Ave., San Fernando 90140 Van Nuys Senior High School 6535 Cedric Ave., Van Nuys 91411 Verdugo Hills Senior High School 10625 Plainview Ave., Tujunga 91042 LOCAL DISTRICT NORTHWEST Chatsworth Charter High School 10027 Lurline Ave., Chatsworth 91311 Columbus Middle School 22250 Elkwood St., Canoga Park 91304 Kennedy High School 11254 Gothic Ave., Granada Hills 91344 Mulholland Middle School 17120 Vanowen Ave., Lake Balboa 91406 Porter Middle School 15960 Kingsbury St., Granada Hills 91344 Sepulveda Middle School 15330 Plummer St., North Hills 91343 Sutter Middle School 7330 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka 91306 LOCAL DISTRICT SOUTH Banning Senior High School 1527 Lakme Ave., Wilmington 90744 Curtiss Middle School 1254 E. Helmick St., Carson 90746 Dana Middle School 1501 S. Cabrillo Ave., San Pedro 90731 Dymally High School 8800 San Pedro St., Los Angeles 90003 Edison Middle School 6500 Hooper Ave. Los Angeles 90001 Fremont Senior High School 7676 S. San Pedro St., Los Angeles 90003 Gompers Middle School 234 E. 112th St., Los Angeles 90061 Markham Middle School 1650 E. 104th St., Los Angeles 90002 Narbonne Senior High School 24300 Western Ave., Harbor City 90710 Peary Middle School 1415 W. Gardena Blvd., Gardena 90247 Rancho Dominguez Preparatory School 4110 Santa Fe Ave., Los Angeles 80910 White Middle School 22102 S. Figueroa St., Carson 90745 LOCAL DISTRICT WEST Audubon Middle School 4120 11th Ave., Los Angeles 90008 Bernstein Senior High School 1309 N. Wilton Place, Hollywood 90028 Cochran Middle School 4066 W. Johnnie Cochran Vista, Los Angeles 90019 Dorsey Senior High School 3537 Farmdale Ave, Los Angeles 90016 Fairfax Senior High School 7850 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles 90046 Harte Preparatory Middle School 9301 S. Hoover St., Los Aneles 90044 Marina Del Rey Middle School 12500 Braddock Drive, Los Angeles 90066 Muir Middle School 5929 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles 90044 Palms Middle School 10860 Woodbine St., Los Angeles 90034 University High School Charter 11800 Texas Ave., Los Angeles 90025 Washington Preparatory Senior High School 10860 S. Denker Ave., Los Angeles 90047

L.A. County officials announced today that beginning on Monday, September 14th, schools (K-12) may offer in-school services for a small cohort of students with individualized education plans (IEPs), students requiring instruction for English as a Second Language (ESL) or students needing assessments or specialized in-school services. The qualified students are allowed to be on campus as long as the school is able to fully implement the health officer’s reopening protocols, according to public health officials. Los Angeles County is not opening the waiver program for TK-6 at this time. All other students will continue with remote learning. For more information, and to see if your kids qualify to go back to school, please contact your school.

If you live in Los Angeles, you sure know that our sunny beautiful sky is not going anywhere soon. To keep summer going, the Annenberg Community Beach House keeps the pool open every weekends in September from 11 am to 5 pm. Pool, parking, and canopy reservations are also available for weekends in September. Pool and parking reservations may be made 1-3 days in advance beginning at 7am on Reserve Santa Monica. In September, pool and parking passes must be redeemed by 11am. You can also enjoy Pop-Up Pool Days on Friday, September 6th from 1pm to 7pm, and Monday, September 30th from 10am to 5pm for all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah. As Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District and some Los Angeles Schools designate September 30th as a local holiday, and the weather is favorable, Annenberg Community Beach House adds this pop-up to their schedule offering many an opportunity to enjoy the pool. The public pool at the Beach House features marble around the deck with beautiful tiles that were restored by hand. The pool and pool deck are complimented by a new Pool House, with changing areas, lockers, and a second floor view deck that offers spectacular views of Santa Monica Bay. Kids under age 8 and 4’ in height must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times. Kids under age 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times. Children requiring diapers must wear a swim diaper in the water. Swim suits must be worn in the water. Swimmers must shower before entering the water. Toys and Flotation devices are not allowed in the pool, unless distributed by Beach House staff. Pool fees are $10 per day for adults, $4 per day for kids (1-17), and $5 for seniors (60+). To see the calendar of events, please click here.

When you travel abroad, it is like no other experience. Students who want to see the world before entering the workforce and getting bogged down with their official adult lives can earn this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity by studying abroad. As such, thousands of students take advantage of this opportunity annually. According to Washington University in St. Louis, 40% of their student body population studies abroad while attending WashU. And that is just one school. However, even for students and all the resources that their college provides to help them on their journey, studying abroad still takes money. So, here are a few easy (and legitimate) ways to earn money for traveling abroad: Teach English to Fellow Students English is the most widely spoken language in the world. So, students throughout the globe know the benefit of learning English. It doesn’t matter if you are at home or already on your way to learning abroad. You can use online innovation to teach English to fellow students, regardless of how far away you are. Get a Loan Of course, getting a loan sounds easier said than done. As a college student, you likely aren’t making a lot of money. Plus, you don’t have any kind of credit due to your age. Fortunately, if you apply for a car title loan, you don’t have to worry so much about your credit score or history. All you need to do to get started is search for car title loans near me. Other types of loans available to college students are credit cards or possibly more financial aid. Become a Tour Guide You can become a tour guide in your city at home, or when you start studying abroad. Either way, this helps you learn more about the city you are in, helps your communication skills, and introduces you to many different people every time you work. Plus, if you enjoy this type of work enough, there are plenty of growth opportunities in this field. So, you could get to a point where you make a living by traveling and teaching people about places you love. Who knows, maybe you’ll even settle back in the country where you started this journey, studying abroad. Sell Used Books Used books, both reference and otherwise, have a substantial market. After you finish a college course or read the latest paperback, what will you do with it? Instead of letting it take up space in your dorm or one of the countless boxes in your parent’s attic, sell it! There are plenty of places online where students and other reading enthusiasts are eagerly searching for bargain books. So, you’re in luck! Ultimately, we all need a little extra cash here and there. Yet, it is even more important to buckle down and earn a little extra cash when it comes to something as exciting and potentially life-changing as studying abroad. So, hopefully, one or more of these easy ways to earn money for traveling abroad have broadened your money-making horizons.

Augmented Reality (AR) has multiple applications. It’s used in commerce, visual art, industrial manufacturing, and even stem education. And whenever it’s used, it enhances human-computer interaction. And big brands have taken notice. They are now using the technology to market their products and services to tech-savvy kids. Augmented and mixed reality apps are even better because they engage all of a child’s senses and force them to move around, helping them to stay in shape. Here’s how businesses are using AR to appeal to kids: Smart Apps Any parent would embrace technology that could help their child become a better version of themselves. Manufacturers are tapping into Augmented Reality to help children build habits that last a lifetime. For example, Colgate’s Smart Toothbrush makes brushing teeth easy and fun. The mobile app coaches kids to brush their teeth properly and motivates them to brush their teeth daily. It offers an interactive gaming experience, letting kids earn rewards and unlock new worlds. The app has a timer and a parents’ dashboard. The timer reminds kids to brush their teeth while the dashboard lets parents monitor the daily progress. The app offers a simple way to track and improve children’s dental hygiene. It also offers a fun, augmented brushing experience every time. In-Store Marketing If done well, digital marketing is very appealing--even to children. It is more engaging, colorful, and attractive. When AR is used for in-store marketing, especially on storefronts, it captivates children. It makes them feel they have to get whatever is being advertised. An AR store window is more eye-catching for children and arouses their natural curiosity. It makes them want to go inside the store to discover what awaits. Once inside the store, they can interact with digital installations, interactive signage, or mixed reality games! Digital Tools for Learning and Reading Reading Tools For some children, reading isn’t the most enjoyable activity. To motivate children to read, companies such as AugPix have developed Augmented Reality books. These books use technology to make reading exciting and fun--the characters come to life before their eyes! Coloring Tools AR coloring books help younger kids hone their skills by providing 3D illustrations which walk around the table. Popar enhances reading and learning by incorporating AR technology into its books and charts. Children can use the app to make content in the books and charts come to life as they read. Biology Tools Curiscope’s Virtual Tee is making ripples in the education industry. The company’s t-shirt that’s created using augmented reality helps children learn about the human body exceptionally. Physics Tools Danone designed the Rastishka AR app to teach kids about the solar system while promoting yogurt. Each Danone yogurt has a small magnet placed at the top. Pointing a camera at the magnet animates constellations. Kids can gaze at stars forming constellations and planets spinning around. A voice gives information about the planets and helps kids learn. The automotive augmented reality market is here to stay. It’s advancing with each day, and it's only a matter of time before it becomes commonplace. More brands should take advantage of this technology and capture their market share.

Sure, people buy and sell homes all the time, so it must be easy enough to do. Or is it? Unless you’re a seasoned veteran or a professional, you will likely find that doing either (or both) can be a real challenge. Throw parenting duties in the mix, and you will have your work cut out for you. Of course, nothing is insurmountable when you are motivated — and, no doubt, the inevitable comfort of home for your family is motivation enough. (Selling your home quickly and at a profit isn't too shabby, either.) So, do yourself a favor and make use of the following resources from FUN WITH KIDS IN LA to break down the process. Preparing for a Successful Sale When it comes to readying your house to sell, a few common things come to mind, including touching up with fresh paint, sprucing up the landscaping, and de-cluttering to create a more inviting and open living space. But there are other, less obvious to-dos to consider, such as power washing the roof to remove dirt and grime, and gathering warranties for appliances. These pointers cover all the bases: ● 10 Things to Do Before You Sell Your House ● How to Sell Fast When You Have Little Kids Destroying Everything ● 6 Ways to Boost Your Curb Appeal (and Property Value) ● The Benefits of Decluttering Your Home Before Selling It Buying a New Home The home-buying process is enough to tie anyone in knots. It’s one of the most stressful things we can experience. But, as MoneyUnder30.com points out, knowing what’s ahead helps quell at least some of the stress. In addition to saving for a down payment and not overbuying, consider these pieces of advice: ● 5 Things You Need to Be Pre-Approved for a Mortgage ● The Best Real Estate Websites And Apps for Finding Your Next Home ● Finding Your Next Home with Kids ● 10 Steps to Buying a Home ● Home Inspection Checklist for Buyers Making the Move Perhaps the most difficult phase is actually moving from old home to new. After the packing, you’re either loading up the trucks yourself or organizing the movers -- then you have the unpacking and settling in. And there’s a whole lot more in-between. For those moving to Los Angeles, check out FUN WITH KIDS IN LA to find things that will get kids more excited about the move. ● Advice for Moving with Children ● Best Ways to Move with Babies and Stay Organized ● The Most Epic Moving Checklist in the History of Moving ● Hiring Quality Movers Near You ● What to Do After You Move Needless to say, you need your wits about you to pull off these gargantuan tasks. With the right resources and a solid game plan, you’re so much better equipped to stay on track and ultimately realize your objective. And when you close the sale on your old home and call a new one “home sweet home,” don’t forget to give yourself a big pat on the back for a job well done. FUN WITH KIDS IN LA inspires parents every day with fun ideas and new experiences to make parenting more enjoyable. We capture the best of what's happening in the city for kids and families!

Nimbus Coffee is an appetizing destination in Downtown Los Angeles serving artisan treats with a cultural flair. It offers an environment that is not only worthy of your selfie but compels you to sit a spell and be inspired by the power of imagination and the magic of tasty concoctions. This downtown LA Coffee Shop has perfected a hogwarts-themed coffee experience that is nothing like any other Coffee Shop you have ever seen! Nimubs Coffee Shop offers custom drink blends and savor fresh artisan roasted beans. Their "Elixirs" menu is divided into "Adventurous Wizard" and “Basic Witch” brews with fun picks like "Mischief Macaroon" (Coconut Almond Milk Latte), "Witches Cold Brew" (A special blend of oat milk, condense milk, and spices), “Liquid Love" (Turmeric Beet Latte House), and more. The staff at Nimubs Coffee Shop put meticulous care into creating unique tastings, and they pride themselves on sourcing produce and ingredients from local farms and specialty stores to bring you unique items straight from their spell-book. They also serve breakfast from 8 am to 11 am, and lunch after 11 am. The breakfast menu offers "Breakfast Box", which is an over easy egg nestled in a ring of sautéd spinach, layer on top on a potato gouda-parmesan cheese gratin served with a mixed fruit salad and homemade buttermilk biscuit. On the lunch menu you can find delicious options like "Tuna Sandwich", "Veggie Sandwich", "Accio Avocado Toast", "B.L.T.", and "Oh So You Vegan Vegan Burrito" And last but not least, they offer a yummy specialty, which takes 24 hours to make, and is available only on Saturdays: "Mega Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls." Nimbus Coffee is located at 1115 South Hope St., Los Angeles, CA 90015. They will also offer Coffee Delivery Service soon, and starting at $21, you can have personalized coffee & drink, and daily pastry delivered right to your door with customized subscriptions. For more information about Nimbus Coffee and its' menu, click here.

Los Angeles County is reopening more venues as we have reached the red tier! The wait is finally over! LA County is reaching red tier by Monday, and more venues such as indoor dining, movie theaters, indoor gyms, and indoor museums can reopen with restrictions as early as Monday, March 15, 2021. Movie theaters can reopen indoors at 25% capacity with reserved seating only where each group is seated with at least 6 feet of distance in all directions between any other groups. Restaurants can reopen for indoor dining at 25% capacity or 100 people, whichever is less. The tables must be at least eight feet apart, with each table having not more than 6 people. Bars that don't serve food can't reopen yet. But Wineries, breweries and tasting rooms that don't serve food can reopen outdoors. Also, up to three households can now dine together outdoors. Gyms can reopen indoor activities at 10% capacity. But saunas and steam rooms remain closed. Museums, Aquariums & Zoos can reopen indoor areas at 25% capacity. Theme Parks have got the green light to reopen starting April 1, 2021 at a limited capacity Capacity for stores has doubled to 50% capacity, and grocery stores can now go back to full capacity. Schools have got the green light to reopen for in-person instructions. For a huge list of places that are open in and near Los Angeles right now, click here. To find more places to go, click here. We will update our list as more places reopen.

California Theme Parks, like Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, LEGOLAND, and Universal Studio can reopen as soon as April 1, 2021! Today health officials announced that certain outdoor activities including California theme parks can reopen as early as April 1st with restrictions. Theme parks are required to follow health restrictions and they can only open at 15% capacity. The limited reopening would not include indoor rides, and theme parks would only be open to California residents upon opening. Disneyland Resort President made an statement today after the good news. "With responsible Disney safety protocols already implemented around the world, we can't wait to welcome our guests back and look forward to sharing an opening date soon." Find a Hotel or Airbnb near Disneyland! Universal Studios Hollywood called it "exciting news." Six Flags Magic Mountain has not made an statement yet. Disneyland is planning a new event, Touch of Disney Food Event, which is coming to Disneyland California starting March 18, 2021. LEGOLAND has introduced specific safety measures at each of their attractions in an effort to safeguard the health, safety and well being of visitors. Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel, California Marketplace and Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant (outdoor dining only) are already open. Knott's Berry Farm is looking forward to welcoming you back to the park soon. For a list of all outdoor places that are open right now, click here. You May Also Enjoy: Build ‘N Play Days at LEGOLAND California Resort! SeaWorld San Diego Reopens After A Long Wait! San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park's Reopening!

You love traveling, but you need money to travel. So, how do you come up with the cash you need to travel the world—or just travel at all. We’ll let you in on a little secret: you can make money while traveling. You’re probably thinking, “How can I possibly make money while traveling?” Here are four ways you you can make money while traveling: Freelancing Want to adopt a 'digital nomad' lifestyle? You can, thanks to freelancing platforms such as Fiverr and Upwork. You can apply for jobs from anywhere in the world and get hired by individuals or the world’s top brands. However, to be successful, you must have a marketable skill, like web design, writing, coding, or graphic design. You can start applying for small projects at first, and once you build your reputation, you can apply for bigger projects. Teach a Language If you're fluent in English, you can teach it as a foreign language. The demand for English tutors around the world is high. If English is your native language, you're very lucky because schools and individuals prefer to employ people whose mother tongue is English. To increase your chances of finding work, you can take an English course, like TEFL. If you speak a different language, you can still find work. If you’re a native French speaker, locate the Alliance Française in the country you’re in and inquire about work. Try the Goethe Institute if you speak German. You can also create an account on sites like verbling.com and tandem.net and start teaching online. Take Great Pictures and Sell Them Did you know you can make use of your impressive photography skills while travelling? You can! Take awesome pictures of your holiday destination and upload them to sites like Shutterstock, istock, and Alamy, and 500px. iStock pays 15% to 45% for Photos, Videos, and Illustrations. Shutterstock’s rates range between 25 and 38 cents for images. As you can see, you have to sell a lot of images to make a decent amount of money. But these sites offer a quick way to make some extra cash. And when you’re traveling the world, every little bit helps. Make Things to Sell If you can make things with your hands, you can make money. You can make art pieces, crafts, draw portraits, or paint. This can be a profitable venture if you can get the raw materials for free rather than buy. You can sell your products in independent stores, at the local market or online (on sites like Etsy). You can also sell them to your fellow travelers who want unique souvenirs to take back home. Carry some of your supplies with you when you’re traveling because you never know when you’ll need them. If you have to travel urgently, you can search “title pawn near me” to find a reputable lender. You can get the loan in one day if you meet all the qualifications. But keep in mind that you’ll have to repay it in 30 days--and that’s where making money as you travel comes in. Disclaimer: This article is a paid post.