Are you an arachnophobe? Do creepy black spider Halloween decorations freak you out far more than any witch, bat, ghost or thing that goes bump…
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There’s still time to sign up for a fun 5K – 10K run/walk at Woodley Park in Van Nuys, California this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May…
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By Jon Bogart Wasn’t it just yesterday that we brought in the New Year, 2020, with resolutions to make positive changes for our bodies and…
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By Jon Bogart Beautiful, fragrant, spirit-lifting… flowers make any occasion a special occasion. Flowers can convey a rainbow of emotions, from love to congratulations, appreciation…
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(Photos courtesy of French Florist)
These five organizations work for better mental health awareness and services for all Californians, every week of the year In 1990, Congress declared the first…
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By Ariel Johns We all know someone who has been impacted by it – no matter their race, age, sex or income bracket. It’s a…
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The "California Dreaming to Conquer Cancer" block party hosted by Concern at the Paramount Studios backlot. Photo by Ariel Johns.
By Susan Partovi I met “Carrie” while making rounds at the Los Angeles County women’s jail with a group of mental health professionals. A woman…
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