The Banning Museum’s stagecoach (Challenge) is a reproduction of a coach that was built in Wilmington in 1867 for Phineas Banning. Banning used stagecoaches like this one to transport passengers and mail between Wilmington and Los Angeles and then on to other destinations around southern California.
Read MoreThe Pacific Ocean along the western United States is cold. The result of the frigid near-Arctic currents flowing south from Alaska unlike the warmer gulf stream waters off the eastern seaboard. As a result, colder oceans tend to produce more drab colored marine life, so not make themselves a target for predators, except Mother-Nature did not get the message when it came to these particular red-orange colored sea creatures whose females of the species are known to eat their own eggs.
Read MoreIn the past few issues of Palos Verdes Pulse I have described the revolution in the life sciences brought about by the discovery of the DNA structure, the genetic code and the human genome. DNA sequencing is uncovering the genes with mutations that cause disease and disability.
Read MoreWhen I saw the fully-installed show for the first time it was one of those dream-come-true moments. I’m referring to “Are You Thinking What I’m Thinking?” which opens at the Palos Verdes Art Center on Saturday, Sept. 25, with a 6 to 9 p.m. reception. Now, let me explain what I mean.
Read MoreCalendar of Submissions October 2021
Special Events
Palos Verdes Pastoral Garden-to-Table Dining Experience presented by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at Terranea Resort is now postponed from October 3 to May 1, 2022. The event is filling up quickly and space is limited so get your Sponsorship or tickets now at: https://pvplc.org/event/pastoral-2022/
Read MoreFor 100 years the National Watercolor Society has hosted a watermedia exhibition that showcases watercolor and watermedia by artists from around the world. This year’s 101st exhibition continues the celebration of this elusive and magical medium.
Read MoreThe master bathroom, sometimes referred to as the primary bathroom, is a hub for any homeowner. It's where we begin and end our days and it should feel luxurious while being functional. Interior Designer, Megan Dufresne shares some tips on how to elevate our master bathrooms and incorporate must-have design elements to create a unique and refined space.
Read MoreWilliam Wrigley, Jr. fell under the spell of Santa Catalina Island at first site. By 1919, he assumed ownership of the Island when he became the majority owner of the Santa Catalina Island Company and continued his love affair with the island until his death in 1932. It seemed only fitting that his remains should be interred on his island paradise.
Read MoreThe natural world we encounter today is not the same world we would have encountered 500 years ago, 100 years ago, or even 20 years ago. When I was a boy (60 yrs ago), I could count on finding a box turtle, a spotted turtle, and several species of salamanders any summer day on a walk through a nearby woodlot.
Read MoreThe Home Savings branches were expertly sited — placed on prominent corners, so drivers could know, instantly, which financial institution it was.
The original branches had gold tiles and brightly colored mosaics, like these birds.
Read MoreColor Play Studio started off as a haven for vivacious finished art projects. In the five years since Patty Middlebrooks has been in business, it has changed tremendously. The studio has undergone both curriculum changes and an aesthetic revamp. What began as Meaning-Full Art blossomed into a crafting sanctuary with something for everyone.
Read MoreIn this last installment of my series discussing the genetic source of human diversity, I will first briefly review the prior two essays. Human Diversity in a Nutshell by William Lama, Ph.D. — Palos Verdes Pulse and Is Social Science an Oxymoron? By William Lama, Ph.D. — Palos Verdes Pulse.
Read MoreOne of the points along the bluffs of the Palos Verdes Peninsula is one of the most scenic places on the entire Southern California coastline. Before Terranea was a popular destination, there was a beloved aquatic theme park called Marineland, a 102-acre site.
Read MorePalos Verdes Peninsula resident, real estate developer and award winning viticulturist Jim York inadvertently beat out most of California’s wine growing community with an early Pinot harvest on Aug. 10.
Read MoreMy movie costume collection is not only included in my show, Hollywood Revisited, but many of my costumes are also on display at the Hollywood Museum which is located in the former Max Factor Building at 1660 N. Highland Ave. near Hollywood Blvd .(323-464-7776.)
Read MoreCalendar of Submissions September 2021
Special Events
National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 25th, 9am. – 12pm. Join the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy in our celebration of public lands at White Point Nature Preserve.
Read MorePurple has always been a magical color. It is the color of mystery, royalty, passion and spirituality.
Purple flowers are among the most striking and versatile flower for any garden. You can use them to add drama and flair to an otherwise dull nook. Or you can use them to balance out other bold colors.
Read MoreAs airports and airlines increase service after the past year’s disruption it’s a busy time with summer vacations and plans for travel through end of the year and further. For those not yet ready to take a flight, tune in to some movies with plots involving planes or flying.
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