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Lisa Boone

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Los Angeles Times design writer, garden lover, sports fan, mom.

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10 L.A. staircase walks with stunning views of iconic Wright, Neutra and Schindler homes Explore Silver Lake, Echo Park, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Beachwood Canyon, Hollywood Hills and Long Beach architecture on these urban hikes filled with secret staircases and tremendous views.

10 staircase walks where you can spot some of L.A.'s most iconic architecture

03.03.2026 18:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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They transformed a historic bar into a fantasy forest for all of L.A.'s witches Come to the Witch's Cottage in NoHo for the hidden wonders, but stay for dragon-themed deviled eggs and rum-heavy cocktails.

Two artists (and self-declared witches) β€” along with 200 volunteers β€” turned the former Federal Bar in North Hollywood into a palace dedicated to the mystical and a gathering spot for witches.

26.02.2026 18:34 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Got problems? Let L.A. comedians give you live 'therapy' at this confessional-style show Coffee and therapy: Find a hilarious 'support group' at an L.A. cafe show

Got problems? Let L.A. comedians give you live β€˜therapy’ at this confessional-style show

26.02.2026 18:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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She rebuilt a classic Chevy after the L.A. fires β€” but still gets asked if it's her dad's work When the Eaton fire tore through Altadena, a collapsed garage revealed what looked like another total loss: a smoke-damaged 1972 Chevrolet C10 pickup truck. It appeared beyond saving, but Carmen Vera ...

She rebuilt a classic Chevy after the L.A. fires β€” but still gets asked if it’s her dad’s work

24.02.2026 20:34 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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L.A. Affairs: Have a dating story to tell about starting fresh? Share it at L.A. Affairs Live Are you getting back into the dating scene after a breakup? Figuring out how to forgive your partner? Redefining what dating means to you? Share your story on stage at our new event, L.A. Affairs Live...

You know you Moth regulars want to share your dating in L.A. stories:

www.latimes.com/lifestyle/st...

18.02.2026 20:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Amid increased arrests and deportations, an immigrant artist confronts fear through street art Johanna ToruΓ±o, founder of the Unapologetic Street Series, uses political street posters to explore immigration, queer identity and dignity in public spaces.

Amid increased arrests and deportations, an immigrant artist confronts fear through street art

18.02.2026 20:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Her ceramics are as imaginative as her 'Adventure Time' storyboard art Known for her work on "Adventure Time," artist Ako Castuera has a second life as a ceramicist inspired by Southern California’s natural resources.

Drawing inspiration from the L.A. River and local soil, artist Ako Castuera enjoys the β€œprocess of building, not the process of creating a product.”

18.02.2026 19:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two ex-New Yorkers embrace more-is-more style in their maximalist Pasadena home Brent Poer and Beau Quillian’s historic home is an exuberant collage of HermΓ¨s plates, Black Forest antlers, Staffordshire porcelain figurines, majolica plates and art that has been lovingly curated.

For two savvy collectors, a historic Normany-style home in Pasadena became "an exercise in our OCD."

18.02.2026 19:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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L.A. plant community remembers Jeanette Marantos, an ally 'with dirt under her fingernails' Jeanette Marantos, The Times’ plants writer who died Saturday, found interest in everything, from the world’s largest wildlife crossing in Agoura Hills to L.A.’s youngest worm farmers in Studio City a...

L.A. plant community remembers Jeanette Marantos, an ally β€˜with dirt under her fingernails’

11.02.2026 21:33 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why Kristen Stewart just saved this historic L.A. theater Kristen Stewart bought L.A.'s historic Highland Theatre, which shut down nearly two years ago, and hopes to revitalize theatergoing.

Love this: Kristen Stewart bought L.A.’s historic Highland Theatre, which shut down nearly two years ago, and hopes to revitalize theatergoing.

11.02.2026 15:34 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On Highway 127, I discovered the breathtaking wonders of going the long way The weathered gems along the two-lane stretch that runs north from Baker toward the Nevada border.

The great Josh Jackson on the breathtaking wonders of going the long way on California Highway 127.

11.02.2026 15:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Commentary: Just say no. Dodgers players should decline White House visit Bill Plaschke says players must stand up for fans and turn down a White House visit the Dodgers' owners promised to make after winning the World Series.

BIll Plaschke: β€˜Nobody is asking anybody to disavow their beliefs. This is no longer about ideology, this is about standing up for those who are being wrongly arrested, being unfairly harassed or being made to feel constantly frightened in their own homes.’

www.latimes.com/sports/dodge...

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A barista turns tragedy into a coffee shop where customers can caffeinate and cry Tommy Le turned his own personal tragedy and community-minded spirit into a place where customers can channel love and loss.

Barista Tommy Le founded Reinne’s Place in Long Beach to honor his late girlfriend, Reinne Lim, creating a therapeutic space where customers can channel love and loss.

11.02.2026 15:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Despite appearances, the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is on track for fall completion Heavy rain in 2002 and 2023 delayed progress on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing, but the builders say they're on target to open the crossing late this fall.

The giant wildlife crossing over the 101 Freeway in L.A. County got delayed by winter rains a couple of years ago, but it's back on track to be finished this year. Latest progress report, with photos: www.latimes.com/lifestyle/st... via @jmarantosplants.bsky.social

27.01.2026 01:24 β€” πŸ‘ 31    πŸ” 15    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Jeanette Marantos, L.A. Times plants reporter, dies at 70 Jeanette Marantos, a Features reporter, died following a stroke. She helped educate readers about native California plants. She described her reporting as her own ongoing education.

Such sad news. She was the best.

09.02.2026 23:25 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Ray Kappe's Modernist masterpiece asks $11.5 million in Pacific Palisades In the hills of Pacific Palisades, a treehouse-like retreat built by Modernist architect Ray Kappe has surfaced for sale for the first time ever at $11.5 million.

Ray Kappe’s iconic modernist residence in Pacific Palisades hits the market for the first time at $11.5 million.

29.01.2026 23:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This artist turned burned Porsches from the L.A. fires into symbols of hope Artist Ben Tuna has turned the shells of burned-out vintage Porsches into artistic symbols of revival through his work with stained glass salvaged from churches.

Artist Ben Tuna, aka the Glass Cowboy, turned burned Porsches from the L.A. fires into symbols of hope.

28.01.2026 21:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)
YouTube video by Bruce Springsteen Bruce Springsteen - Streets Of Minneapolis (Official Audio)

I wrote this song on Saturday, recorded it yesterday and released it to you today in response to the state terror being visited on the city of Minneapolis. It’s dedicated to the people of Minneapolis, our innocent immigrant neighbors and in memory of Alex Pretti and Renee Good.

Stay free

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Expecting Dozens, Pasadena Church Sees 800 Pack Sanctuary for Immigration Defense Training – Pasadena Now Daily Newsmagazine and City Guide to Pasadena, California featuring local news, breaking news, events, weather, sports news, schools news, shopping, restaurants and more from Pasadena Now

Lines stretched down Union Street as residents sought guidance on responding to ICE encounters in their nighborhoods at All Saints in Pasadena.

28.01.2026 20:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Bryan Fuller For the "Dust Bunny" director, there'll be art, swimming, sushi and stops at some of L.A.'s iconic horror film locations.

I had fun chatting with @bryanfuller.bsky.social about his perfect day in L.A., much of which is in DTLA

28.01.2026 20:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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For these thrifters, their rental is 99% secondhand goods and that's 'part of the fun' Former Bay Area residents Tess van Hulsen and Andrew Chait created a California Coastal vibe inside their Westwood condo with thrifted furnishings and antique treasures.

For these thrifters, their rental is 99% secondhand goods and that’s β€˜part of the fun’

28.01.2026 20:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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L.A.'s latest viral party spot is … Seafood City. Yes, you read that right Grocery store by day, dance party by night. Seafood City’s viral event has everyone talking.

Grocery store by day, dance party by night. Seafood City’s viral event has everyone talking.

09.01.2026 20:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Behind this wealthy SoCal neighborhood, you can soak in a rustic hot spring oasis Santa Barbara County’s Montecito Hot Springs are highly popular but navigating parking and following the trail can be tricky.

Behind this wealthy SoCal neighborhood, you can soak in a rustic hot spring oasis

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At 70, she embraced her Chumash roots and helped revive a dying skill Susanne Hammel-Sawyer knew almost nothing about the traditions of her Chumash ancestors until she was 70. Today she is one of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians' premier basketmakers.

At 70, she embraced her Chumash roots and helped revive a dying skill.

09.01.2026 20:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Behind this wealthy SoCal neighborhood, you can soak in a rustic hot spring oasis Santa Barbara County’s Montecito Hot Springs are highly popular but navigating parking and following the trail can be tricky.

Behind this wealthy SoCal neighborhood, you can soak in a rustic hot spring oasis.

05.01.2026 19:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How the Unruly Black Market for High-School Athletes Tore a Family Apart Ohio State wide receiver Phillip Bell III was dragged through the world of Southern California youth football, where a secret market for top talent has heated up.

First story for the WSJ by Harriet Ryan is, unsurprisingly, a barn burner. www.wsj.com/us-news/foot...

05.12.2025 03:44 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Where to hike, camp and commune with nature in L.A.'s Angeles National Forest Looking for the best hikes near Los Angeles? Angeles National Forest, federal land managed by the U.S. Forest Service, offers hundreds of miles of trails and several first-come, first-served campgroun...

Where to hike, camp and commune with nature in L.A.’s Angeles National Forest. An amazing resource by my colleague Jaclyn Cosgrove.

03.01.2026 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside John Mayer's takeover of a Hollywood music mecca After purchasing Henson Studios for $44 million, John Mayer and the filmmaker McG have renamed the place Chaplin Studios. Their goal, they say, is to preserve the historic complex on La Brea Avenue.

β€œThis place has a beating heart. All we have to do is effectively not kill it, right?” John Mayer says, laughing. β€œJust stay away from the big red button that says, β€˜I got an idea.’”

02.01.2026 23:30 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trash is treasure for this jewelry maker and sculptor Alicia Piller's sculptures have been featured in museums across L.A., from Craft Contemporary to the California African American Museum. Her jewelry is an extension of her art.

Inglewood-based artist Alicia Piller uses recycled materials, found items and gemstones to make one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces.

03.01.2026 15:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Is playing with plants the best way to start 2026? Bingo! Plant Bingo hit Greater L.A. in mid-2025, and with sellout crowds coming to play, it shows no signs of slowing down. Learn more, plus January plant events.

Plant Bingo I love it.

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