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Dating Services Tips and Advices Service Index I For everyone! Lots of helpful information. Every aspect is being covered! Service Index II Special websites for special people! Animal lovers, disabled, nudists, vegetarians, seniors, atheists, tall people, midgets, book lovers, music lovers, women behind bars, nature lovers, non-smokers etc. |
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Swap Meets, Flea Markets Swap Meets In LA Flea Markets In California Open Air Markets In California Flea Market & Fairs Guide In California |
Notice: Although we usually do not recommend buying anything other than souvenirs and books in the touristic part of Hollywood Blvd., it's THE place to get the most inexpensive brand name jeans (Levi's 501 US$ 24.00 - 32.00). |
Others Amazon Online store, books + music Barnes & Noble Books Bookstar Books Borders Books (with Amazon) Home Depot Hardware store Lowe's Hardware Store OSH Hardware store Michaels Arts and Crafts Supplies Party Store I For all occasions Party Store II For all occasions Petco The ultimate pet store Rite Aid Hygiene prod.+ pharmacy Savon Hygiene prod. + medication 99 cents Cheap merchandise Toys R us Toys Record Shops Music, plenty of Info Record Stores Music, hot tips As the Record turns Collectible and Rare Records, LPs and 45s - Unique! Tower Records/Video Music and film Wherehouse Music and film, large selection of cheap used CDs Outlet World Discount products Kinko's 24-hour photocopy center |
Specialized in Clothing and Shoes Payless Shoes Inexpensive shoes Shoe Pavilion Inexpensive shoes Ross Inexpensive clothing Sport Chalet All about sports Wilson's Inexpensive leather products at Wilson's Outlet in Burbank |
Household, Electronics and Office Bed, Bath & Beyond Household Linens 'n' Things Household Crate & Barrel Household Sur la Table Household, Kitchen Pier1 Imports Household IKEA Household Sears Household, Electronics Circuit City Electronics Best Buy Electronics, Office Fry's Electronics, Office, inexpensive Office Depot Office Office Max Office Staples Office Costco Misc., requires membership Asian-European Electronics Multisystem (NTSC/PAL) electronic devices |
Food, Groceries All Farmer's Markets In California Farmer's Markets In LA and vicinity Costco Wholesale, requires membership Gelson's Gourmet grocery products Jons Multicultural products Natural Food Healthy choice Whole Foods Healthy choice Ralphs Excellent quality Smart & Final Wholesale, inexpensive Trader Joe's Healthy choice, great price Vons Multicultural products |
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Detailed Restaurant Directories offering various search options: More directories may be found in the Cat. "General Information Sources" |
Bowling: 10 best Bowling Alleys Marathon: Los Angeles Marathon Motorcycle: General Info, Tracks Horseback: General Info Stables Tennis: Open Play Courts Free Tennis: Pay Tennis Courts Therapy: Therapeutic Centers Bicycle: Total Bike: Tours, Clubs I Bicycle: Total Bike: Tours, Clubs II Bicycle: 10 best Biking Tours Volleyball: Team-Membership Hiking: 10 best Hiking Trails |
Disabled Sports & Activities Various websites |
Churches Churches in Los Angeles Directory of more than 1000 churches, mosques and synagogues, listed in more than 80 sub-categories. Maybe that's the reason why you'll never hear church bells ringing! Also see the above mentioned link in "More Sights": Crystal Cathedral. |
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Movie, Film LA Times Calendar of events LA Weekly Calendar of events Silent Movie Theater Unique in the USA Moviefone Up to date movie previews Red Carpet Events Event Calendar Premieres Mann's Chinese Theater TV Shows TV Tickets Free tickets Blockbuster Video/DVD Rental Informal event where (former) Stars, Fans and Autograph Collectors meet. |
Public Libraries Glendale Public Library Great Fun! The "Brand Branche" contains a large art- and music-collection. |
Courses and Studies from Astronomy to Zoology The following schools offer a vast variety of study programs and courses varying in content and length. The schools are either located in Los Angeles or the Los Angeles area and many are known for good and interesting study programs. Some schools may require international students to take the TOEFL Test. For detailed information visit the school's websites. |
Primary/Elementary School / Kindergarten+1st to 5th Grade (1+5 years / age 5-11) American children start "school" at the age of five. The first year is Kindergarten, the second year is the first year of Primary/Elementary School, also known as "1st Grade". Secondary School / 6th to 12th Grade (7 years / age 12-19) After "5th Grade", students advance to Secondary School. 9th to 12th Grade are also known as High School. Upon completion, students receive a High School Diploma. Students must have a High School Diploma before they can attend a College or University. Foreign students who would like to attend an American College or University must have an education equivalent to an American High School. Undergraduate School (2 or 4 years / age 20-...) Students who completed High School and would like to go to College or University must attend an Undergraduate School. These schools offer either a 2-year degree (Associate Degree) or a 4-year degree (Bachelors Degree) in a specific major. Students who complete an Associate Degree can continue their education at a 4-year school to finally get a Bachelors Degree. Graduate School (2 or 3-6 years) Students who obtained a Bachelors Degree can continue their education by pursuing either a Masters Degree (2 years) or a Doctorate Degree, also called Ph D (3-6 years). Certain courses of study (law, dentistry, medicine) are only available at the Graduate School level. Students who want to pursue a degree in one of these fields must first obtain a Bachelors Degree. |
Pets have a special position in the U.S. and more than 60% of all households have either a dog or a cat. Just how much Americans love their pets shows the following statistic: - 84% refer to themselves as their pet's "Mom" or "Dad". - 72% first greet their pet when returning home. Only 13% first greet their spouse or significant other, and, only 7% first greet their children. - 63% celebrate their pet's birthday, 43% give their pet a wrapped gift. - 87% include their pet in holiday celebrations, Christmas being the most important. - 65% have sung or danced with their pet. - 44% of pet owners have taken their pet to work. - 52% have cooked for their pet. - More than 50% of pet owners have taken time off from work to care for their sick pet. Exemplary, considering that time taken off is either unpaid or vacation time. - 92% say, that vaccinations and routine care are critical to their pet's quality of life. - More than 60% frequent their vet more than their own doctor. - 84% say, that pets make their family or home life healthier, either emotionally or physically. - 70% say, that pets have a relaxing and calming effect and that pets help them cope with stress. In Los Angeles, the city where distrust and disloyalty dominate, the dog often becomes the faithful and reliable partner and buddy. It therefore doesn't come as a surprise, that many dogs are the mirror image of their owners. But unfortunately there are still hundreds of pets being abandoned or mistreated every day. The following links should help support adequate and responsible pet ownership and we hope this information will encourage current and future pet owners to give their pet a good home and the best possible care. Basically you should - have a good Vet ---> America's #1 Pet Insurance - take your pet to the vet for routine check-ups and vaccinations regularly - carefully choose the food - never let animals in the car (danger of heat stroke) - be familiar with First Aid - be prepared for earthquakes, fire or floodings (food, water, carrier or leash, toy, blanket) ---> LA Emergency Preparedness |
The Animal Rescue Site - Feed an Animal in Need just by clicking on the website Petco Small animals, supplies and accessories for pets, largest pet store chain Pets Mart Online pet store, supplies and information Flea Control The most inexpensive and effective flea control products Pet Place Up to date information about pets. Excellent! Pets Welcome Travel tips and pet-friendly accommodations Public Health Dept. Addresses/links provided by the Public Health Department Vets and Clinics Vets and animal clinics in Los Angeles County Medical Care I Alternative pet care and medical house calls Medical Care II Alternative pet care and mobile grooming service Animal Shelters Los Angeles area |
The homosexual scene mainly takes place in West Hollywood and Silverlake. The constant struggle for equal rights has lead to many public demonstrations in the past few years. But yet, not a single State in America has approved of or legalized marriage between homosexual couples. And with the support of strong voices, more and more homosexuals have been coming out recently, trying to motivate their fellow people to join in the fight against discrimination on every level. LA Gay and Lesbian Center Largest Organization for Homosexuals worldwide |
Kids & Teens (Special websites) Camps for boys and girls |
Recommended Favorites (in alphabetical order) Cafe Med (West Hollywood) Enjoy excellent Italian Cuisine on Sunset Blvd.. Moderate price class. House of Blues (West Hollywood) Gospel Brunch! Excellent buffet with live Gospel Show. Moderate price class. Picanha Churrascaria (Burbank) A fun way of enjoying finest barbeque marinated meats and a side dish buffet. All you can eat. In the churrascaria culinary style, diners use a little wooden indicator with green on one end and red on the other to start and stop continuous service. You'll see a graceful dance of waiters bringing swords laden with meat directly to your table for as long as you keep the indicator on the green, or "go", cycle. . Port's O'Call Village (Long Beach/San Pedro) Fish, shrimps and lobster - Join messy food orgies, where people eat with their fingers and meals are served on trays instead of plates! Inexpensive. Todai (Studio City) Gigantic, mouth-watering Japanese Cuisine "all you can eat" buffet for everyone! Heaven on earth for sushi lovers. Enormous selection of soups, salads, vegetables, rice, pasta, meat, seafood, sushi and desserts. Great price, especially during lunch hours. Tudor House (Santa Monica) Cozy English Cafe run by British family. Delicious snack lunches, freshly baked pastries and traditional Afternoon Teas. Inexpensive. Yamashiro (Hollywood) Elegant Japanese Restaurant at its finest. Excellent quality. Breathtaking view of Los Angeles. Upper price class. |
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