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Why Adventure Should Be Part Of Your Healthy Aging Plan

Looking for a boost after the holiday? Author Caroline Paul suggests seeking “a little bit of danger and awe."

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While you can always shop online — or go to your local library — these indie stores aim to make your holiday errands fun for all ages.

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Think gift giving is out of control? Here are 6 ways to cut back (without being a Grinch)

What to do when our hearts want to play Santa but our wallets vote for Scrooge?

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The LAist guide to the ultimate holiday season: All the don't-miss classics in and around LA

The holiday season in L.A. is magical — a winterland of holiday lights, without any actual winter weather. We're compiling a list of our favorite things to do, and we could use your help.

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Whose House? Rams To Move Training Complex To New Digs In Woodland Hills

The team has been training at a temporary complex in Agoura Hills since 2016.

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Stuck In Traffic From The 10 Freeway Fire Closure? There's A T-Shirt For That

Courtesy of the Los Feliz shop, Y-Que Trading Post.

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The 15 Best LA Gifts For Plant Lovers

If you're shopping for a plant lover this holiday season, you're in luck. You're sure to find something that will delight them on this plantastic gift list.

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17 Gifts That Are Also Kind To The Planet

Green giving in the bag: Here are gifts for people who put issues such as climate change top of mind. Many items on this list are upcycled, which means less waste.

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20 Great Gifts For The LA Foodie

We're covering all the food angles this holiday season: We've got gift ideas for the cook, the cookbook lover — and the person who just loves to eat. You might even find something for yourself on this list.

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9 Great LA Experiences For People Who Don't Want More Clutter

Many of us don't want more stuff — and neither do our friends and relatives. This is a gift list dedicated to those who seek out great experiences with loved ones and close friends. No decluttering needed.

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16 Gifts For A Party Host (That Guarantee You'll Be Invited Back!)

If you score a holiday party invite, you don't want to show up empty-handed. Here are 16 gifts sure to make you the party host's favorite guest.

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17 Picture Books That Make Great Gifts For Kids — And Adults

A curated gift guide for kids and young adults, featuring picture books from Southern California authors and illustrators. But you'll love them, too!

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