Places to Play: Santa Barbara Zoo
As a destination blessed by an abundance of loveliness, it’s no surprise that Santa Barbara has a superb zoo. The AZA-accredited Santa Barbara Zoo covers 30 acres and is home to more than 500 animals. Among them are giraffes, western lowland gorillas, a flock of flamingos, and this year’s new arrivals (and brand-new parents!), African […]
Weekly News Roundup for Friday, November 20th, 2020
Again this week, rising coronavirus cases dominated the news statewide and nationwide. Read on for the latest measures to curb cases and other news from across California… California Issues Curfew for Purple Tier Counties Covid-19 case rates increased by approximately 50 percent in California during the first week of November. In response, Governor Gavin Newsom […]
Places to Play: Calistoga, California
By J.C. Thomas It’s easy to fit all of California’s wine country into a single vision, certainly a charming one. Picture miles of gentle rolling hills covered with neat rows of grape vines, interrupted only by chic cities offering tasting rooms, luxury resorts, spas, and some of the finest dining anywhere in the world. Spend […]
Weekly News Roundup for Friday, November 13th, 2020
Surging coronavirus cases dominated the news in California this week. Here’s the latest from across the state… California Passes 1 Million Covid-19 Cases Johns Hopkins reports that California has passed the 1-million milestone for confirmed cases of Covid-19, with a total of 1,004,116 cases statewide. The latest announcement from the California Department of Public Health […]
2020 Gift Guide, Part III: “Best of California” Cookbooks
Cookbooks are a go-to gift for the foodies in your life, but not all titles are gift-worthy. Don’t just grab any old recipe book! Read on for Part III of our holiday gift guide, in which we recommend some truly special books. They’re all packed with amazing recipes and gorgeous photographs, and all have a […]
Weekly News Roundup for Friday, November 6th, 2020
All eyes were on the national news this week, but let’s turn to California for a roundup of the biggest news stories in the state… Which Ballot Propositions Passed/Failed? Twelve statewide propositions were on the ballot in California this week. Here are the results (pending certification on December 11, 2020) per the Secretary of State: […]
2020 Holiday Gift Guide, Part II: Creative Kits
Do you have a few creative types to buy for this holiday season? We think that one of these kits might just be the perfect gift. Whether it’s a new craft you think they might enjoy or an activity that complements one of their long-time interests, these kits give your loved one the satisfaction of […]
Yosemite National Park Ends Reservation Requirement
Reservations are no longer needed to drive into Yosemite National Park Read on for an update on other National Park Service properties in California The reservation system put in place from June 11, 2020 to limit entrance to Yosemite National Park is no longer in effect. From November 1, no reservations are required to drive […]
Weekly News Roundup for Friday, October 30th, 2020
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including coronavirus news, a wildfire update and the latest from Sacramento. Wildfire Update Earlier this week, around 345,000 PG&E customers in Northern California had their power shut off amid safety concerns over extremely high winds. Approximately 38,000 Southern California Edison customers lost power due […]
2020 Holiday Gift Guide, Part I: Museum Gift Stores
Museum stores are the best! They tend to feature interesting, original collections of beautiful, quirky, and cool items that make fantastic gifts. This year, most museums are closed to the public or are open only in limited capacities, but their gift stores are available for online shopping. With the holidays quickly approaching, we suggest you […]
Places to Play: Copperopolis, California
In the serene Sierra foothills of Calaveras County is Copperopolis, a small town with a lot of stories to tell. Visitors come for the beautiful scenery, the lakes and rivers prime for fishing, hiking trails across rolling hills, top-notch golf courses and a burgeoning wine scene. Local attractions include Calaveras Big Trees State Park with […]
Weekly News Roundup for Friday, October 23rd, 2020
A roundup of the biggest news stories in California this week, including a coronavirus update and the latest from Sacramento. Scientific Safety Experts to Review Covid-19 Vaccines Before Distribution in California Governor Gavin Newsom has named a group of nationally acclaimed California physician scientists with expertise in immunization and public health to the state’s Covid-19 Scientific […]