Category Archives: FYI
Kip’s Toyland: A Happy History at L.A.’s Farmer’s Market
In 1945, when he returned from WWII, Irvin Kipper bought a store across the street from L.A.’s Farmer’s Market in Hollywood. It gradually evolved from a place that sold flags to a store that sold toys. A year-round place to buy toys … Continue reading
Ashton Applewhite: “Why Can’t Jerry Brown Be President”
In a recent email newsletter, writer Ashton Applewhite proudly announced: I finally made it into Playboy. Not because I hired a professional photographer—hope you like the photo on my new banner—but I’ll take it. Last March I got an email … Continue reading
Aging Gay Veterans Battle for Honorable Military Discharges
“When the Army discharged Pvt. Donald Hallman in 1955 for being what it called a ‘Class II homosexual,’ the 21-year-old was so scared of being an outcast that he burned all his military records, save for a single dog tag … Continue reading
Matching Jerseys for Long-time Sports Fans
Carol and Warren Reckmeyer have been happily married since June 1, 1952, and they love the sport of baseball—so much so that they have matching jerseys celebrating their anniversary. Warren’s jersey has “Together” as the name, and “19” as the … Continue reading
Senior Discounts List
If you’re a senior who is living on a tight budget, you’ll appreciate the 2015 Best List of Senior Discounts compiled by The Senior List. Check out the savings you can pocket on groceries, prescriptions, restaurants, apparel, air lines, car rental, … Continue reading
Three Marines Return to Cuba for a Special Task
“Around noon on Jan. 4, 1961, after spending hours feeding mounds of government documents into an incinerator, three American Marines assigned to the embassy guard force in Havana turned their attention to a solemn task: lowering the American flag. . … Continue reading
Beat the Heat and Get Free Moving and Organizing Help
Thanks to Laura Sardisco, EngAGE’s Orange County Food Program Coordinator, for sending along two fine tips: L.A. Area Heat Wave This Weekend: Beat the heat over the next few days! Call 211 for information on the closest cooling center! L.A. … Continue reading
