Row of American flags wave in the wind against blue sky at Arlington Cemetery.
In remembrance. (Royalty-free image by Deborah Jackson from Pixabay.)
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I'm a California-based independent reporter who has loved Christmas for as long as I can remember. I write about "California Christmas" events, crafts. favorite books and movies, and those who "honor Christmas in their hearts and try to keep it all year.
Row of American flags wave in the wind against blue sky at Arlington Cemetery.
In remembrance. (Royalty-free image by Deborah Jackson from Pixabay.)
noelophile.com?p=20161 Next Saturday! If you're in the #LosAngeles area, please consider supporting Urban Voices as they celebrate 10 years of hope and triumph over homelessness through music. Happy Anniversary to them!
noelophile.com?p=20161 In 12 more days, Urban Voices Project, in #LosAngeles, celebrates t0 years of transforming the lives of Skid Row residents through music! You're invited to their "10-Year Anniversary Celebration" on Saturday, May 24th.
noelophile.com?p=20187 Happy #Mother'sDay, to all the moms!
noelophile.com?p=20161 Congratulations to the Urban Voices Project, as they celebrate ten years of bringing hope and dignity to the residents of L.A.'s Skid Row, through #music! You're invited to their anniversary concert on May 24th.
noelophile.com?p=20051 In the Southern California area, and love #crafts? Torrance Craftsmen's Guild hosts their 25th Annual "Spring Arts and Crafts Faire" today, from 10 am to 3 pm, with 65 #artists onsite and #free admission!
noelophile.com?p=20051 Happy Anniversary to Torrance Craftsmen's Guild, as they celebrate 25 years of Spring "Arts and Crafts Faires" with their special free event this Saturday! If you're in the Southern California area, come celebrate with them!
www.gofundme.com/f/jackalopea... #JackalopeArts has some amazing shows coming up for Spring. And they just did another cool thing!
I love this! Total inspiration for a Thursday morning.
www.renegadecraft.com/apply/ Heads-up, #artists and #makers-- applications are now open for all #RenegadeCraft fairs!
noelophile.com?p=20021 With all the rain and treacherous driving conditions, I won't suggest going out for #ValentinesDay if you don't have to.
But here is another "love" of my life, which you might like to put on your calendar after the weather clears.
noelophile.com?p=20010 Since California is getting pounded with an "atmospheric river", I won't suggest anyone go out for #ValentinesDay. Instead, my posts will cover some "loves" we can enjoy indoors or in the future.
Wow, she's so talented!
I don't blame you, these are beautiful! Wish I knew the designer.
Ooh, love this one! Great time to get felting for Valentine's Day.
And if someone says they "don't like cats", my supurrvisors and I may chorus, "HISSSSSS!"
www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/... Today is Day Two of Aquarium of the Pacific's 22nd annual "Festival of Human Abilities"! Talented #artists and #performers with disabilities giving live performances and workshops, here in #LongBeach!
noelophile.com?p=19994 Spotlighting some of the best #creative events in #SouthernCalifornia for inspiration! This weekend, Aquarium of the Pacific hosts their annual "Festival of Human Abilities", showcasing dancers, musicians and artists with disabilities.
docs.google.com/document/d/1... Sharing this list of resources, courtesy of Californians Dedicated to Education Foundation, for anyone affected by the #CaliforniaWildfires.
This is gorgeous! And it'll be so much more fun with your own creative touches.
noelophile.com?p=19976 Twelfth Night is the official end of the #Christmas season--but the glow remains! How are YOU keeping the magic going?
noelophile.com?p=19955 Looking for a uniquely-Californian #NewYearsEve celebration? Here are three that sound like a blast!
noelophile.com?p=19938 A few more festive places to visit to make #Christmas2024 last!
noelophile.com?p=19927 A few places to visit, in #California, to make #Christmas last!
noelophile.com?p=19894 At the Museum of Make Believe, in #LagunaBeach, it's going to be #Christmas right up through Twelfth Night! Here's more information.
noelophile.com?p=19866 Here is Leeav Sofer, Founder/Artistic Director of Urban Voices, who will be performing today, talking about his organization's mission and the ways they're making a positive difference through #music! #ChristmasEve
www.musiccenter.org/tickets-free... Look what's happening in #LosAngeles this afternoon for #ChristmasEve! They do have a standby line, but they'll also be livestreaming on PBS SoCal if you'd rather see the festivities remotely.
noelophile.com?p=19890&prev... Starting off "Noelophile®'s Stories of #Christmas", this year, with some fun memories from #artist/maker Brandi LaPointe!
Photo of a gorgeous shorthaired tabby cat in a sparkly white photo set. He is looking upward in an angelic pose.
So I feel kind of bad because I was complaining so much tonight but you guys... the fundraiser went over $10,000! It's a good lesson in shushing my brain* when I get overwhelmed with people acting weird and negative because the positive WAY overweighs it and in meaningful real-life ways.