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These ethereal tea bombs are very therapeutic to watch, melting and dispersing their flowers and leaves.

Two Playa Provisions fans started a robust chain of give-back goodness; after the eatery shared on social media, dozens of others joined in.

The Gourmandise School of Santa Monica is leading several online classes, including one focused on the marvelous macaron.

The RAD Club provides “… engaging, entertaining, and recreational content all-year-round to kids and adults with special needs.”

The French Crêpe Company, an Original Farmers Market favorite, is sharing some make-at-home secrets.

Dreaming of days riding the cute rails of Irvine Park Railroad in Orange? You can stock up on tickets now to use down the road, er, rails.

That’s a bounty of bulbs. When will they bloom? The outdoor destination has an eye on March.

Pandemic considerations are a major focus. And a lack of rain may impact the spring bloom at the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve.

The doughnuts are even shaped like footballs. But keep in mind: This treat is only available on Jan. 16.

Taco Vega, which incorporates whole foods that have been sourced around SoCal, also brims with burritos, salads, and fries.

Pasadena Walking Tours will also lead its popular Haunted Pasadena virtual event, too, the same weekend.

Are you observing Veganuary? Do you have a sweet tooth? Good news: The artisanal ice creamery has just the treats you’re seeking.

Center for the Arts Eagle Rock is leading a three-session virtual course for game-builders. And cool: Materials will be sent your way ahead of time.

Omakase aficionados, here’s something tasty to start the week: Chef Hiro’s acclaimed culinary creations are now available for at-home enjoyment.

Ben & Jerry’s isn’t just for people anymore. The venerable Vermont ice cream company said Monday it’s introducing a line of frozen dog treats, its first foray into the lucrative pet food market. Doggie Desserts, sold in 4-ounce cups, go on sale in U.S. groceries and pet stores later this month. The treats are made with a base of...

The first egg, which arrived on Jan. 6, was “preyed on by ravens.” The famous pair’s second egg appeared on the afternoon of Jan. 9.

The expansive outdoor exhibition, which has featured over-sized art installations in remote locations in past years, will not open in February.

The online series, which woofs/meows over six Wednesdays, will include a host of critter-centered activities, and show & tell, too.

The cookie brand is bringing all the sprinkles for spring.

Several goodies, including new limited-batch brews, are popping up on the doughnut company’s menu as 2021 begins.

Chocolate and the Chip has a noshable dessert that is giving us some wintry vibes: Meet the Peanut Butter Spice Cookie.

Oh joy: Jackie laid the egg on Jan. 6, giving at-home fans something sweet to watch, and hope for, over the coming weeks.

Kids are invited to create the Pasadena bookstore’s newest official bookmark. The prize? A $50 gift card to the Colorado Boulevard landmark of literature.

Back in the day, this ice cream cake was the epitome of sophistication.

Denny’s has a syrup-sweet deal on: Make an order for $5 or more through the site or app and score two pancakes, for free, plus free delivery, too.

Turmeric is in the sippable spotlight at your local Peet’s Coffee, but only for a short time.

The one with the French fries inside? It’s the Cali Pita.

The Center for the Arts Eagle Rock is leading a textile-cool class devoted to postcard embroidery (really).

The pizza-popular chain adds a trio of sauces, just in time for January’s biggest football showdowns.

The virtual happening is free to join. And sweet: No RSVP is required.

It isn’t summer or even quite summery out, but January sunshine can turn our sweeter thoughts to tasty treats like White Chocolate Pretzel.

Shop for your winter squashes, potatoes, and more healthy eats in the open-air setting of Encino’s famous produce wonderland.

The Chef Collaboration Series, which will continue through 2021, will raise money for No Kid Hungry.

A trio of sweet-whiskered critters went on an in-museum adventure at the Exposition Park destination.

The annual Japanese American National Museum event will happen over several days, with a frog origami activity and more merry projects to join.

Screwball smiles are a part of New Year’s Day for many Southern Californians; now enjoy the famously funny troupe a few days into 2021.

The petal-laden floats of Pasadena aren’t on view in 2021, but Southern California’s famous January bloom is making its welcome return.

There’s a televised special on the morning of Jan. 1, as well as coloring sheets themed to past programs, and video of the Rosebud Parade.

The New Year’s Day tradition has happened during the daytime hours of Jan. 1 in years past; now enjoy the holiday event, from home, at midnight.

Keep your eye on the Santa Monica Pier attraction, which is saying “see ya” to 2020 with a dazzling light show.

The virtual Tropical Pacific Gallery event will take a deep dive every Sunday, giving at-home viewers a peek at coral reefs and fascinating fishes.

The “West Coast’s flagship NYE event” marks its eighth year with a virtual bash, with Steve Aoki and a host of artists at the center of the celebration.

Several Southern California spots are putting together posher plates for the final (phew!) day of 2020.

The 12th annual Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Holiday Surfboard Auction is on now. The beneficiary? Surf camps created for kids with autism.

Sushi, carbonara, and empanadas are on the list of the “interactive experiences.”

The campaign, created to help restaurants during the pandemic, is asking us to order takeout through New Year’s, all to support our favorite spots.

The drive-thru experience, a sparklefest at the Irvine agricultural destination, concludes on Jan. 10, but there’s a way to save now.

A pair of steamy seasonal bowls have popped up at Farmer Boys, while Slapfish Huntington Beach added a year-ending delicacy to its menu.

Fans are tuning in from all over to commence the annual Egg Watch. And on the last Monday of 2020? The tree-high view was all about the snow.

The foodie experience closed earlier this month, but fans of the theme park’s holiday eats can pick them up at the Cable Car Kitchen.

The famous New Year’s Day event is cancelled in 2021, but fans can learn more about its history and the local area while “walking” the parade’s first leg.

“Carols for Kids,” an upbeat production from The Lythgoe Family, is available to watch on-demand.

The seaside destination’s annual CAN-Tree Food Drive donated over 1,000 cans to Food Share Ventura County.

The kind-hearted program, created by the Helen Woodward Animal Center, “united cuddly critters with solitary seniors” through letters, photos, and cards.

Create beautiful crafts during the California African American Museum’s virtual celebration and enjoy the Bowers Museum’s Kwanzaa Presentation.

The Bob Baker Marionettes will dance into 2021, and “beyond,” thanks to a huge grassroots fundraising effort.

There’s a new Philippe’s hot mustard ornament, too.

Families are invited to make pretty Las Posadas “candles” out of construction paper and “tin” ornaments from aluminum foil.

The historic Pasadena home shared a festive and free video, one that gives its fans a taste of the season through music, an eggnog-making demo, and more.

You can pick up the goodie-packed package, which brims with boysenberry treats, at the Buena Park theme park’s Marketplace.

Lauded actor Jefferson Mays takes on the Ebenezer-sized role in this stage-spooky treat, one that you can watch virtually.

Santa Claus is totally amazing, delivering millions of presents to children all over the world each year. But even Santa can use some extra elf help during the holiday season. And in the new documentary “Dear Santa,” directed by Dana Nachman, audiences get to meet elves from around the U.S., plus the children who’ve aske...

The Christmas Eve event, long associated with the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, will mark its 61st year with a fully virtual event.

Three just debuted, with two more on the way. What does this mean? Those famously savory eats (mmm, Cheesy Potato Tots) are now more “widely available.”

Artist Ponti Lambros of Art Rebel created the striking piece, which features both the historic Mexican restaurant and a sweet symbol of LA cool.

The limited-time cupcake includes both a kicky cookie crust and buttercream (the “kicky” comes from the whiskey, yep).

The theme park offered a look at Snow White’s Enchanted Wish, a “reimagination” of the classic Fantasyland attraction.

The famous Italian restaurant, which also has a location in Universal City, just launched a fundraiser. Also? You can buy meals for local ICU workers.

The monthly post is full of astro-awesome events, the sort of cosmic happenings we can appreciate from our own digs.

Poblano chiles and pomegranate seeds add festive flair to the limited-time pie, which is available at the Brooklyn Ave. Pizza Co. in Boyle Heights.

The Fullerton-founded pizza chain is offering a few flavorful perks ahead of Christmas, including a BOGO deal on Dec. 24.

A weekend-long LA Animal Services event will feature reduced fees for dog adoptions and waived fees for cat and kitten adoptions.

It’s still happening next year, but the Miracle Mile hub of movie history is looking to late September rather than springtime.

The CVT Soft Serve team has recreated Little Nero’s Pizza from the film with the crust-tastic help of LBK Pizza LA.

Pepsi seemed pretty wild when it introduced a flavor inspired by Apple Pie, just in time for the holidays — but its latest innovation might be even more cuckoo … for cocoa.

Tropicana orange juice is under fire after a cheeky ad campaign that suggested parents stash the ingredients for a mimosa in fridges around the house to take a break. The ad was found to be offensive by many social media users, including a sobriety group.

The virtual tour of the Long Beach aquarium’s Northern Pacific Gallery will give animal fans a closer look at critters of the colder part of the ocean.

The Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board will again deliver sunsets to our screens. Something new this time around? Local musicians are providing the stirring soundtracks.

Watch Jupiter and Saturn “meet” during an online event hosted by Mt. Wilson Observatory, Carnegie Observatories, and Glendale Community College.

“Send a slice” to one of the heroes staying at the DTLA hotel while picking up some sweets for yourself.

See scenes of bygone Christmas decorations and the fa, la, locations you remember via the preservation group’s newest virtual treat.

Throw on an elf hat, find a spot by the tree, and warble alongside the singers of the Los Angeles Master Chorale during “Holiday Karaoke.”

Starbucks is temporarily suspending its popular “Happy Hour” promotion due to the rise of coronavirus cases in the United States.

It’s the first-ever seat-naming campaign for the landmark, an effort that will help the beloved venue during a challenging time.

The Museum of Neon Art’s from-home adventure will include neon experts and a dive into the neighborhood’s night-bright past.

Have a festive photo to share of a past visit to the Third & Fairfax landmark? Share it and maybe, fingers crossed, win a $50 gift certificate.

A SoCal campaign is reminding people that many eateries remain open for takeout, even as in-person dining remains temporarily closed.

Parking fees will be temporarily waived in some of downtown Santa Monica’s ‘s public parking structures through Christmas Day to attract shoppers to the Third Street Promenade and elsewhere.

Randy’s Donuts has ’em, lovers of colorful confections. Also available in the local doughnut shops? Hanukkah Rounds, on the shelves through Dec. 18.

The beloved display has moved from City Hall to IKEA in 2020. The first two nights? It’s a toy collection, followed by a toy giveaway night.

BabyNames.com has released its top baby names for 2020, and Dylan Dreyer has bragging rights.

Tune in for twenty five twinkly minutes of puppet magic via Zoom; tickets to the Bob Baker Marionette Theater performances are available now.