I approached Flat Rock through the cold soothing water with several curious and cute Harbor Seals following from below and behind. At a distance, I had their attention as I called out and talked to them happily as an animal lover would to a favorite dog or cat. As their curiosity over powered their fear and natural cautiousness, the bravest began to approach.

Shelley Komarov is a self-made fashion designer and entrepreneur who founded her own women’s clothing company, Komarov Enterprises and built it into an international brand.

Since it started in 1975, The Circle — a local women’s support group — has worked behind the scenes of the Palos Verdes Peninsula community to promote the arts.

Judith Haron is an artist based in Laguna Beach, but she isn’t a conventional painter. She works with a unique medium called egg tempera to craft illuminated manuscripts reminiscent of Medieval Times artworks.

The phrase "dog days of summer" often conjures images of scorching heat, lazy afternoons, and the peak of summer's intensity.

August is a unique month for gardening in the South Bay area of Greater Los Angeles. With its Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters

Peridot, a vibrant green gemstone, is the traditional birthstone for August.

The starfish, with its unique beauty and intriguing characteristics, has long captivated the imagination of many cultures around the world.

Harbor seals (Phoca vitulina), known for their expressive eyes and playful demeanor, have captivated human imagination for centuries.

Monthly Guided Nature Walk at Vicente Bluffs Reserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, Saturday, August 10th, 9am.  Follow the bluff top from Point Vicente to Oceanfront Estates.

I’ve always loved butterflies, but even more so after reading about their lifecycle and paying several visits to the butterfly pavilion at the South Coast Botanic Gardens.

The ruby, renowned for its fiery red hue and captivating brilliance, is the birthstone for July.

Ray Kinman, originally from San Pedro, now runs his own independent woodcarving business in Grass Valley in Northern California.

Living in the South Bay we often find ourselves looking out over Santa Monica Bay mesmerized by its tranquil waters under an umbrella of blue skies. 

Encountering a rabbit as it crosses your path is not just an adorable moment of wildlife observation; it’s a phenomenon rich with cultural significance, embedded in ancient superstitions and modern interpretations.