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Disney’s Frozen

Disney’s newest edition to the Princess Franchise, Frozen stars Idina Menzel as Elsa and Kirsten Bell as Anna, two princess sisters who are locked inside the palace after their parents are killed in a tragic accident.  Elsa is also secluded from Anna after an previous encounter nearly takes Anna’s life.  Finally the palace is opened back up when Elsa comes of age to be crowned queen, but she has a secret that turns the kingdom into a wintery wonderland.

Based on the fairy tale by Hans Christen Anderson, it’s a story about the bond of sisterhood as Elsa fights to control her powers and protect her sister and the kingdom.  With great musical talents and adventure around every turn, it’s sure to be another Disney Classic for all ages.

Frozen can be seen at theaters worldwide starting Thanksgiving Day.   Check fandango for the latest show times in your area.

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Harvest Festival- The Original Arts and Crafts Show

As Fall sets in and the weather turns cool, in Anaheim, local farmers, and other handyman came out on October 11 through the 13 to showcase their best works of art at the Harvest Festival.  From musicians and artists to wood carvers and more, there were over 24 thousand handcrafted originals, musicians including Powerhouse and a Rock and Roll singing pianist named Brady Goss and well as great food all at relatively reasonable prices.

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Avo Fest 2013

It was three days of Peace, Love and Guacamole at the California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria, Calif. as hundreds of So Cal residents filled the streets to eat, drink and buy avocados.  Various music groups performed on three different stages set up for the weekend and there was even a “Kids Only” zone where children could play miniature golf and race slot cars.

See the video for more information on this unique festival.

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Danish Days 2013

It’s the 72nd Annual Danish Days in the Danish village of Solvang, located just north of Santa Barbara in the heart of the Santa Ynes Valley.  Thousands of people all across the United States came out for the three day weekend Festival in September, to enjoy all things Danish.

Watch now to see just what the festival had to offer…

And Don’t forget to visit Solvang next time you’re in Southern California.

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Music Premiere at Local Restaurant in Oxnard, Calif.

On Sunday, September 22, 2013, KNS Rockstar hosted a release party at Sugar Beets Restaurant where roughly 35 friends and family members showed their support of the couple’s music. As previously reported, KNS Rockstar is a husband and wife team whose main purpose is to create, promote and perform positive hip hop music that will reach a wider age range.  They travel across the United States to visit different schools and festivals promoting their “Stop the Bullying and Youth Violence” tour.

Watch now to learn more about their latest single, “I Woke Up In My  City”.

Their new song, “I Woke Up In My City” can be seen via Youtube and all of their songs are available on iTunes for 99 cents.

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9/11- 12 Years Later

September 11, 2001 was a wake up call for all Americans.  It was on this day where four coordinated terrorist attacks organized by the Islamic terrorist group, al-Qaeda, flew four planes into the World Trade Center, Pentagon and the fourth which landed in a field in Shanksville, PA that was on target to Washington D.C.  Thousands of civilians and service officials lost their lives and twelve years later on Wednesday September 11, 2013, ceremonies across the United States are taking place to remember the fallen.

One ceremony, on board the USS Iowa, welcomed a small number of Los Angeles County residents, who paid tribute to them.  Watch now, to see and experience how Los Angeles remembered on this iconic day.

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MLK- 50 Years Later

On August 28, 1963, the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, changed history for all Americans. The most rememberable was the iconic “I have a dream” speech by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Now 50 years later, here in Los Angeles, Calif., public officials and labor rights activists, remember the past and look toward the future with three distinct events on Wednesday August 28, 2013.
Watch now for more information on how one speech is remembered so that residents can move on and create better jobs and more opportunities for freedom in America.

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Watermelon Fest 2013

From Aug. 16 through 18, 2013, with assistance from the National Watermelon Association, the Sunland Tujunga Lion’s Club hosted the 52nd Annual Watermelon Festival at the Legendary Rose Bowl, located in Pasadena California.

The Festival consisted of the crowning of a new royal Court, done by the 2013 Watermelon Queen, Amber Nolan from Alabama.  The young men and women are chosen from students of Verdugo Hills High School, who have sold the most tickets for his or her organization.  The Royal court this year, includes, Watermelon Queen Ericka Cunningham, Watermelon King, John Martinez, Princesses Jessica Lutton and Meghan Bazak, Crown Prince Marlon Rizo and Princes, Brandon  Roberts, and Eric Owens.

Festival Tickets were 10 dollars for adults and 5 for children and includes free watermelon and a spin on the watermelon wheel for a chance of winning additional prizes.

The Lion’s club uses funds raised by the festival to help sponsor various youth and community activities throughout the Sunland- Tujunga area.

For more information about the festival, watch the video now.

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A County Tradition in Ventura, Calif.

From July 31 through August 11, Southern Calif., residents have the opportunity to view the prized livestock, award winning flowers and much more. However not everyone will have to chance to watch a parade or run in costume in downtown Ventura.
Watch now, and see what this year has in store for it’s visitors.

And Don’t forget to buy your tickets for the last weekend of the Ventura County Fair.

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Monthly Full Moon Hikes in Southern California

Photo Taken by Julie Moree, on the trail in Coldwater Canyon park, looking of into the distance as the sun sets.
Photo Taken by Julie Moree, on the trail in Coldwater Canyon park, looking of into the distance as the sun sets.
Photo taken by Julie Moree, roughly 150 hikers tackled the trails to experience the beauty of the forest on the last full moon hike on July 28, 2013.
Photo taken by Julie Moree, roughly 150 hikers tackled the trails to experience the beauty of the forest on the last full moon hike on July 28, 2013.

Once a month, Los Angeles County residents and visitors have the opportunity to stroll through Coldwater Canyon Park located on the ridgeline between Studio City and Beverly Hills and view the beauty of the city in a rural setting.  For just five dollars, people of all ages and skill levels can walk along a choice of three different trails:  a kids hike for those who just want to enjoy the scenery, a medium hike for the average hike and an advanced hike for those who wish to challenge themselves with an hour long hike up and down the side of the mountain.

Photo taken by Julie Moree, each month residents can hike up the mountain and howl at the moon.
Photo taken by Julie Moree, each month residents can hike up the mountain and howl at the moon.

All hikes are under the supervision of a trained associate of TreePeople, an organization celebrating 40 years of its work and dedication to preserving the environment through education and restoration of the parks and recreation.

For a full list of monthly activities including Hiking under the Harvest Moon, visit the calendar section of their website.