The Rambler

by Maite Sanchez Top of the morning to you, Saint Patrick’s Day is close! Saint Patrick’s Day began as a religious feast day in the 17th century, but has evolved into a variety of festivities across the globe celebrating Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, and a whole lot of green. The holiday focuses on the anniversary of

by Brianna Villalobos Stroll Descanso Gardens’ grounds as the sun starts to set during this inaugural after-hours series of workshops and performances. Night Garden kicks off in February with storytelling, shadow puppets, and stargazing. As the days start to get longer, the programming shifts from plant-related activities in March, spring blooms in April (floral attire encouraged), and a spin on

By Maite Sanchez The new year celebrations are not over yet! On the 5th of February, people will be celebrating the Lunar New Year. This holiday is China’s most important holiday and has been celebrated by more than 20% of the world. On this holiday, people welcome spring and what it brings along: planting and harvests and new beginnings. This

by Nataly Roa LA Zoo Lights is an event with a 60-90 minute walk through the zoo at night as all the lights create a memorable and beautiful sight. This year, it has been expanded with several new installations. You will get to experience a Christmas themed showcase of lights, making this a perfect date or family night. Upon entering

By Brianny Martinez The Forest of Light, featured in a beautiful botanical garden, is a mile long trail of whimsical and magical lighting experiences. The attraction is usually held at night because the hands-on art installations are able to effortlessly meld in with the atmospheric, luminescent forests. Along the trail, there are no signs or directions. Instead, visitors are encouraged

By Maite Sanchez December is just around the corner which calls for Christmas! During this jolly season many cities like to decorate the city with Christmas decorations such as “Happy Holidays” signs and fake snow covering the land. We also can’t forget the humongous Christmas trees filled with hundreds of ornaments. There are also events that include live performances from

by Nataly Roa Don’t have any plans on Thanksgiving?  Go treat yourself and your family to a day at the Aquarium of the Pacific. You and your family can meet over 11,000 animals from the world’s largest ocean, and savor an expanded menu of a traditional Thanksgiving buffet in the Aquarium Café Scuba. Foods to choose from include roasted turkey

Your adventure isn’t going to be as fun as expected though. On this nationwide holiday, millions of people join in on the shopping and plan to visit their local malls after they finished their Thanksgiving dinner. But don’t fear, I am here to advice you of your Black Friday shopping do’s and don’ts.

South Gate will be hosting their 4th Annual Spring Fit 5k Run on Saturday, November 17, 2018.