In The Mail

We want to share some of the cool stuff that comes our way. What do you think? See what's inside the box as we unbox the contents of our P.O. Box.

Daphne Wayans Interview

Formerly married to Keenen Ivory Wayans this fabulous only child and amazing mother of five invites us in for an intimate talk in her lovely Encino area home. You can read more on her website: click here.

The Newly Formed Encino Mom Trio Takes The Stage

The Newly Formed Encino Mom Trio Takes The Stage at 
The Hollywood Fringe Festival

Join us at Fringe Central on Tuesday, June 25th for a LIVE late night recording session! No cover, but you must behave. ;) Can't make it? No worries, we've got you covered with upcoming live engagements and a website coming soon with a calendar, sound samples, photos and more.

Macro of a Rose

These fragrant roses grow in my front yard. The blooms don't last long, but they are gorgeous!

Two Bunch Palms

 

Enjoy the peace and quiet under your own palapa or join the party by the pool.

Preview Our Holiday Video - Best of EncinoMom 2012

Exclusive preview of our Year in Review, Holiday Video - the Best of EncinoMom 2012!

Enjoy!

Been to Sweet Butter?

Latte and fresh fruit at Sweet Butter in Sherman Oaks, home of the best Croque-Monsieur in the valley.

Out and About in Ventura

Petite Reve in Ventura offers up sweet treats to start your day. Delicate and delicious!

Larger Than Life

At Camera Obscura on the Santa Monica bluffs in Palisades Park you can peek for free at the 360 degree view outside - from INSIDE the larger than life-sized camera. Enter through the Senior Center that inhabits the prime real estate on the ground floor. Trade your ID for the key to the camera. After a twisting climb upstairs you'll find the door to the camera posted with the directions for its use.

If you're like us, you'll enter the dark room without so much as a glance at the directions. Once you close the door you'll find yourself in the pitch dark body of a pinhole camera. The images that surround the building are shinning on a large disk or table on front of you. There's a steering wheel of sorts that allows you to take in the full 360 degree view outside.

On your way out you may notice, there's a light switch just inside the door! lol What a great treasure for the whole family - one of those awesome ideas created for us decades ago by people with vision. See it!

A Rum Show

Get a sitter and go see ticket price includes a state of rum! See you there. Shhhhh.

Los Encinos Park Is One Encino's Best Kept Secrets!

Watch the video and check out the pre-launch of our California Living channel on Blip.tv!

Watch The Planes Take-off And Land At Van Nuys Airport

Watch The Planes Take-off And Land At Van Nuys Airport: Secret public observation area.

In this short video from EncinoMom Productions for Secret Encino, Lisa Keating shows you the little known public observation area for watching the planes take-off and land at Van Nuys airport. Enter on Daily Dr. off of Woodley Avenue and park in the lot. Open from 8 am til dusk the area is fenced and offers benches, play equipment and some shade! What a fun play date for wee ones and no entrance or parking fees!

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Stain Boy.

Step inside the quirky, dark mind of Tim Burton at LACMA's exhibit of his work since his boyhood in Burbank. Appropriately, closes on Halloween!

Won't You Be My Neighbor?

Lovely Encino Home For Sale.

Darling home for sale in Encino. Neat as a pin from the white picket fence to the pool and spa in the back.

Target Parking Lot

Okay, here's a shot of the Target parking lot on Friday at 5 o'clock . . . PM! Oh Yeah! You're probably thinking the store was dead, but no - it was business as usual at the bustling retail establishment. My secret? Park on the 6th floor. The sky's the limit! Shhhh! Don't tell anybody.

Best Nachos in Encino?

Where do you go for the best Nachos in town?

Got Game?

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Here's something you can do with your kids when Putt Putt becomes passé (right before it's cool again)! Spring is a great time to try golf, you don't have to buy anything either! Try a public course like Woodley Lakes. You'll be able to rent clubs (approximately $2 a piece), you can start on the driving range with a bucket of balls (another couple of bucks) or head to the putting green, which is free.

Golf is a game of skill, sportsmanship and manners, so you just might love the side effects, too - you know - like . . . patience, grace under pressure, enjoying the journey rather than focusing on smashing your opponent! (Golf in the Kingdom is a great read on the subject, by the way.) If you enjoy being out there in the fresh air with your family, a few instructional lessons will go a long way toward making the whole experience even more fun.

Enjoy!

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Starry, Starry Night

Join us for a visit to the Los Anegeles landmark, Griffith Observatory. The parking lot in front of the Observatory is SMALL, so wear comfy shoes for the steep walk to and from your car! Parking and entrance to the Observatory are both free, but don't leave your wallet at home because you'll want to grab a bite at the cafe downstairs, snap up souvenirs at the gift shop or catch one of the shows in the Planetarium (fees range from $3 - $7).

Take a peek at the sky from the large telescope (entrance on the easterly side of the roof) and gaze at the stars above and below in the dazzling glow of a Hollywood night - while you wait for your turn. There's usually a line, but the view makes the time fly!

Thanks for watching. You can find more info at: www.GriffithObservatory.org

Cupid's Quiver, Or Archery In Encino?

Okay, I'm trusting you! Don't tell everybody about this. On Wednesdays, at 6 pm, in Woodley Park, down a long dark drive past the Japanese Garden, there is a spot of light. Get there early to get your equipment and take a FREE beginning archery lesson. I'm not kidding, it's free, it's fun and the whole family can participate. Well, not infants or toddlers, but the rest of the crew for sure. Recommended for kids from about age 9.

See you on the range. Shhhhhhhhh. EncinoMom : )