By Trang Vu Huntington Gardens (c) Trang Vu When we moved to Pasadena, my son was only 5 months old. I needed something to do what was suitable for him, but also fun for me. So I went exploring in & around Pasadena. Maybe there’s something fun for you, too! I will try to cover… Continue reading Fun Things to do with your toddler(s) in Pasadena
Fun Things to do with your toddler(s) around Los Angeles
By Trang Vu Welcome to the third and last post in this series! Today I will mention the places in Los Angeles county where you can visit with you toddler. While the Underwood Family Farm is a bit far away (approx 1 hour driving time), the other two places are relatively close by. Let me… Continue reading Fun Things to do with your toddler(s) around Los Angeles
Fun Things to do with your toddler(s) in Los Angeles
By Trang Vu Welcome back! Today I would like to introduce you to places I visited with my toddler in Los Angeles. Endeavour Shuttle at the Science Center (c) Trang Vu The Broad Modern Art Museum The Broad, as it is known, is a contemporary art museum in Downtown Los Angeles. Admission is free of… Continue reading Fun Things to do with your toddler(s) in Los Angeles
Beautiful Christmas Displays around Pasadena
Staying in Pasadena for the holiday season? Check out this article to discover the best lighted streets around town!
CISC Recipe Book – Holiday Desserts
Fancy something sweet for the winter days? Check out our holiday dessert chapter of the Cooking Book and discover recipes from Norway and India!
Blue Skies for Everyone – February 2021
Follow Julia's guidance to observe stars and constellations in this February issue of our monthly astronomy series.
Blue Skies for Everyone – January 2021
In this first episode of the CISC Monthly Astronomy Series, Julia Marin-Yaseli de la Parra shows us what we can observe in the sky, even from a densely populated area like Los Angeles.
Living on a Fault Line
Everyone knows what an earthquake is and, if you have been in California long enough – or if you used to live in another region of the world with an intense seismic activity –, you most probably know what it feels like when the ground shakes. But do you know how to prepare yourself and be ready the day "The Big One" hits Southern California?
Understanding your Employment Contract
When you get your first job offer in the US, you might not understand all the terminology used. You might also have questions about how fair the wage offered is, or which benefits you might be entitled to. Based on my own experience, this article should help you understand your first contract of employment.
Finding the Right Neighborhood for your Kids
If you consider buying a house in California and you have kids – or plan to have some – there are some factors to take into consideration. In this article, Marta Navales gives us a glimpse at what you should pay attention to.
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