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Category Archives: General Announcements
After 68 – Remembering the Unforgettable Ambassador in a New Documentary
I have risen momentarily from my blog-writing slumber to let everyone know about a wonderful new documentary project by producer/director Camilo Silva called After 68 that’s currently in the works on what is perhaps the single greatest loss of history to ever befall … Continue reading
Save the Date – May 13, 2013 for Aaroe Architectural #22 John Parkinson Presentation!
This Monday, May 13th you are cordially invited to attend the latest presentation of the Aaroe Architectural Education Series. This one is going to really be great too. Stephen Gee, author of the brand new John Parkinson, Architect of Los … Continue reading
Posted in Architects, General Announcements
Tagged Aaroe Architectural, John Parkinson, Stephen Gee
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You’re Invited to Enjoy “The View From Santa Monica” Esther McCoy Lecture This Saturday!
If you love Southern California’s historic modernistic architecture and you have not yet “met” Esther McCoy then you will be in for a treat. From 1950 up until her death in 1989, McCoy wrote and lectured extensively and brilliantly on … Continue reading
Save the Date – April 8, 2013 for Aaroe Architectural #21
Here’s your invite to the latest presentation of Aaroe Architectural’s continuing education series, this one featuring top interior designer James Anthony Magni. There’s a book signing afterwards too!
Paradise Leased is Creaking Back to Life
A message from our founder… If there’s still anyone out there who may care after all these months, we here @ PL wanted you to know that Paradise Leased is going to start coming back to life over the next … Continue reading
Malibu in the Spotlight September 10th – And You’re Invited!
You are cordially invited to attend the latest lecture presented by Aaroe Architectural as part of its ongoing monthly series coming up on Monday, September 10th. Lecture #15 looks to be a lot of fun. It features architect Doug Burge … Continue reading
Posted in General Announcements, Malibu
Tagged Aaroe Architectural, Doug Burge AIA, Michael McDonnell
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Meet the Ladies of Paradise Leased!
Lately, there’s been a passel, an absolute passel I tell you, of curiosity regarding “the staff” at Paradise Leased. Well, my dedicated cadre of helpmates are a bit publicity shy to be sure, but I think some sunshine might do … Continue reading
Posted in Dee Bunker, Dora Doubter, General Announcements, Nellie Naysayer
Tagged Dee Bunker, Dora Doubter, Nellie Naysayer
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A Great Event on May 14th – And You’re Invited!
You are cordially invited to attend the latest lecture presented by Aaroe Architectural as part of its ongoing monthly series this May 14th. Lecture #10 features architect Tim Campbell who will discuss the challenges and rewards of finding the delicate balance … Continue reading
Have You Tried the Cinema Gumbo? It’s Delicious!
Last fall when one of my favorite people told me they were going to dive into the blogosphere and start their own site I was thrilled because I knew whatever they were going to do, no matter what the subject, would … Continue reading
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