June 19, 2009

Originally posted for my other Tumblr blog at larecon, this video is both timeless, and family-friendly! I love Hal Roach shorts!

Watch the 1932 Laurel & Hardy short film, “The Music Box”, and check out the birth of a Silverlake neighborhood landmark. The steep staircase that the comedic duo must use to move a piano does not actually lead to a private residence on 1127 Walnut Avenue. Rather, this public staircase begins between 923-935 Vendome Street and continues upward, connecting pedestrians to Descanso Drive. Take a slight detour just south of Sunset Boulevard and enjoy a piece of entertainment history… and a great workout!

- Amy

June 17, 2009

Eric Herman is playing two FREE shows at The Grove in LA tomorrow!

When? Thursday, June 18th, 11am & 12pm

Where? 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Can’t make it to the show? Check out his video for “The Elephant Song” (via EricHermanMusic)

June 15, 2009
via larecon: Silverlake’s Zanzabelle is my favorite curiosity shop & ice cream parlour. Quaint and quirky, this small delight is a welcome change from the Pinkberry crowd, and also makes some great sandwiches. Originally drawn in years ago by the fantastic life-size giraffe, I return again and again to drool not only over the tasty treats, but also the unique gift selection. Zanzabelle is my retro wonderland! - Amy

via larecon:

Silverlake’s Zanzabelle is my favorite curiosity shop & ice cream parlour. Quaint and quirky, this small delight is a welcome change from the Pinkberry crowd, and also makes some great sandwiches. Originally drawn in years ago by the fantastic life-size giraffe, I return again and again to drool not only over the tasty treats, but also the unique gift selection. Zanzabelle is my retro wonderland! - Amy

Scavenger's Delights!

I’ve recently joined forces with my friend Kim, on starting an LA-based scavenger hunt company, LA Reconnaissance. Though we’re just prepping hunt #3, I hope to soon be able to offer up some unique, family-friendly scavenging opportunities around Los Angeles too! Along with our quirky event planning, we’re also launching our own blog. I’ll be reposting the most HYP of our fave selections in and around Los Angeles here too.
June 14, 2009

On the way to catch Parker Bent at McCabe’s! For those of you who can’t make it, check out his documentary about going out with “Gram Jack” on a fishing adventure.

“Thank You Fish” (via ParkerBent)

June 13, 2009
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Tonight! Artichoke’s CD Release Party for “26 Animals”

6/13/2009 8:00 PM at the future studio on figueroa street @ ave 57, highland park, California 90042
Cost: free!

Details from Timothy: it’s the official release of the “26 animals” cd and songbook at the future studio. amy of the future studio helped me publish this thing. we’ll play a set of animal songs at 8:00. most of the “26 animals” watercolor illustrations will be for sale.
myspace.com/artichoketheband
June 7, 2009
Dottie Cordless Phone
Dottie Cordless Phone
Etsy Pick o’ the Day: Nursery Art Print (Bird Dressed as a Superhero) by barkingbirdart
Etsy Pick o’ the Day: Nursery Art Print (Bird Dressed as a Superhero) by barkingbirdart
June 6, 2009
Rhythm Child opened for Ziggy and led the massive audience of kids and parents in a huge drum circle. Check out their take on a Leadbelly folk classic: “Eat a Bowl of Cherries” (via the1rhythmchild)
Ziggy Marley “What is Reggae?”  this morning at Club Nokia at LA Live as part of the GRAMMY family program series. Full report to follow tomorrow!
Ziggy Marley “What is Reggae?”  this morning at Club Nokia at LA Live as part of the GRAMMY family program series. Full report to follow tomorrow!
Alpha Mom™ has a fabulous tutorial for one of the coolest Father’s Day crafts I’ve seen. Repurposing Altoid tins into miniature toolboxes. Surprise Dad with the Smallest Toolbox Ever!
Alpha Mom™ has a fabulous tutorial for one of the coolest Father’s Day crafts I’ve seen. Repurposing Altoid tins into miniature toolboxes. Surprise Dad with the Smallest Toolbox Ever!
Finally on Sesame Street’s official YouTube channel: Johnny Cash Sings Nasty Dan (via SesameStreet)
Etsy Pick O’ the Day: The Aphid by PterodactylPants For five days during 6th grade camp at Lake Cachuma I was a proud member of the “Aphids.” In honor of the start of camp season, I bring you this plush creepy crawler (with gaping bug teeth!)

Etsy Pick O’ the Day: The Aphid by PterodactylPants

For five days during 6th grade camp at Lake Cachuma I was a proud member of the “Aphids.” In honor of the start of camp season, I bring you this plush creepy crawler (with gaping bug teeth!)

LAPL | Kids Path | Reading Club
Free this summer! “Treasure Islands!” children’s reading club at all branches of the Los Angeles Public Library.
June 5, 2009
Water Rocket - Liquid Propellied Spaceship - Archie McPhee (Warning: They really mean it when they say it propels about 35 feet. Fortunately, my nephews have very nice neighbors who return stray toys. Though, this has now been classified as a “park toy”)
Water Rocket - Liquid Propellied Spaceship - Archie McPhee (Warning: They really mean it when they say it propels about 35 feet. Fortunately, my nephews have very nice neighbors who return stray toys. Though, this has now been classified as a “park toy”)