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For two days you will be discovering where to go, what to see and do and how to stretch your travel dollars. From the top travel experts to hundreds of exciting destinations and exhibitors to show-only deals and trip giveaways, don’t miss the one and only LA Times Travel Show. Mark your calendars and get discount tickets now!

DATES

Friday
February 22

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TRADE DAY
Travel Professionals Only

LA Times Travel Show
Industry Conference
9 AM – 3 PM

Free Show Floor Preview
for Travel Trade
3 PM – 6 PM

Saturday & Sunday
February 23-24

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PUBLIC DAYS

Los Angeles Times Travel Show
10 AM – 5 PM

LOCATION

Los Angeles Convention Center

1201 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015

For more info. please check out their website: http://events.latimes.com/travelshow/

Beauty/Fashion

                                     Oatmeal Face Mask



Oatmeal is useful in several ways for the skin. It is often used to make face masks and other skin care products. Usage of oatmeal face mask helps you to avoid several skin ailments and also adds glow to your skin. Also, this face mask enhances the texture of the skin and makes it plain and even. If your skin is damaged due to sunburn, it can be cured effectively with oatmeal bath. Below are some oatmeal face mask recipes and their uses.

Oatmeal Face Mask Recipes:

Recipe – 1:

To prepare an easy facial mask with oatmeal, take 5–6 tablespoons of ground oatmeal in a bowl and add water to make a thick and smooth paste. Spread the mixture on the face evenly and let it dry. Rinse it with cold water. You can also add milk instead of water to make your facial skin more nourished. This is the best oatmeal mask recipe for oily skin people.

Recipe – 2:

This oatmeal mask recipe is for people suffering from acne. This can be applied on alternate days and must be followed by moisturizing to eliminate acne. Take five drops of almond oil, juice of half lemon, an egg white and a tablespoon of oatmeal powder. Mix all the ingredients in a bowl to make a smooth paste. Add water if it is very thick. Apply it on the face and let it stay for 15–20 minutes. Wash it off with cold water.

Recipe – 3:

This is a best recipe for dry skin and it is also an excellent face scrub. This mask helps in exfoliating the skin and to flush out dead skin cells leaving soft and plain skin. Take a ripe banana and smash it. Take it into a bowl and add a cup of ground oatmeal to it. Mix it well and later add lukewarm milk. Stir it properly to make a smooth facial mask. Apply it over the face and leave it for 15 minutes. Wet your hands if it is dry else start scrubbing it directly to exfoliate the skin. Rinse it off with cold water. Pat dry and apply a toner, which is followed by moisturizer.

Benefits of Oatmeal Face Mask:

It is more beneficial than a healthy breakfast.
Oatmeal facial mask is the best face cleanser. It opens up the skin pores and flushes out dirt. This mask is suitable for all skin types. Hence, people with all skin types may use this to obtain its benefits.
It can be used to treat mild skin irritations.
If you have dry skin, try this face mask to obtain smooth skin.
Half dried oatmeal can be used as a scrub to exfoliate skin.
It also treats itching and is known for anti-inflammatory properties.

Surely oatmeal makes an excellent homemade face mask. If it is used regularly, it helps in providing the best facial skin care. The above mentioned recipes help your skin in many ways by making it wrinkle-free, pimple- free and completely healthy.

Entertainment

3RD ANNUAL UNTYING VALENTINE'S KNOTS
Date: 02/17/2013 Day: Sunday Time: 2:00pm-7:00pm Address: (Hazel Blue Studios) 3058 1/2 Glendale Blvd Phone: 323-835-3039 Cost: Free
Untying Valentine's Knots is a community based event and open to the public.  This is an afternoon of fun and relaxation. Free Yoga, Reiki, Massage and  Handwriting Analysis. It is recommended to arrive on time if you wish  engage in all activities. Body Positive Yoga w/ Thea Pueschel 2:00-3:00pm Mini-Reiki Session w/ Adriana and Allegra Franco 3:15-5:45pm Mini-Chair Massage Session w/Rachel Hardy 3:15-5:45pm Brief Handwriting Analysis w/ Tabitha Nieto 3:15-5:45pm Alignment Based Hatha Yoga w/ Kyle McGough 6:00-7:00pm 2:00-7:00pm Snacks, beverages and a seed ball manifestation station. This is a free event, to engage the public in mindfulness and relaxation. Hazel Blue Studios is located behind Dave's Accordion School 3058 Glendale Blvd,  enter from Hollydale Drive. Shark Sundays at Heal the Bay When               Sunday February 17, 12:00pm – 5:30pm WhereSanta Monica Aquarium 1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401 DescriptionMarvel at all of the sea creatures on display in the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. And, at 3:30 p.m. learn all about sharks as horn and swell sharks swim around the tank and peer out of the water before their feeding time. Admission FREE for children 12 and under. $3-5 donation for adults. Dinosaur Encounters at the Natural  History Museum WhenSun, February 17, 11:30am – 12:30pm WhereThe Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007  DescriptionMeet Hunter and Dakota, a juvenile T-Rex and Triceratops. These realistic, large-scale puppets are used to demonstrate theories on how these dinosaurs moved and behaved. Adult $12Seniors and college students $9 Youths (ages 13-17) $8 Children (ages 5-12) $5 Children 4 and under FREE

Food/Cooking

Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes

ingredients:

for the strawberry cheesecake:
2 cups strawberries, rinsed and hulled
3 tbsp + 1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp + 1 tbsp lemon juice
½ cup boiling water
1 tbsp plain gelatin
1-1/4 cups heavy cream
8 oz cream cheese
¼ tsp salt

for the graham cracker crust:
1-1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
7 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

directions:

for the strawberry cheesecake:
- Combine strawberries, 3 tbsp sugar, and 2 tsp lemon juice in a blender and blend until smooth. Push mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Set aside.
- Mix gelatin and 1/3 cup sugar in a bowl. Add the boiling water and stir until gelatin completely dissolves, about 5 minutes.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fit with a whisk attachment, beat the heavy cream to form stiff peaks. Add the cream cheese, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and salt, and beat on medium-high speed until mixer is smooth and well incorporated, at least 3 minutes.
- Slowly add the gelatin mixture to the cream mixture and gently fold to blend. Add the strawberry puree and continue to slowly fold the mixture until well incorporated.

for the graham cracker crust
- Grease the bottoms and sides of a mini cheesecake pan with non-stick baking spray.
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a medium bowl.
- Add the melted butter and mix until well combined. Press a ~ ¼” thickness of graham cracker mixture into the bottom of each well. Use the bottom of a shot glass or small cup to flatten out each crust.
- Divide the strawberry cheesecake mixture evenly among the cheesecake wells and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Release from the mini cheesecake pan and garnish with whipped cream and a strawberry slice if desired.

At Home

UNIQUE DECORATING IDEAS!!!

Beautiful way to organize children's books

Great idea with the little boxes on the bottom

Under the bed storage 

Detailed Closet Organization - (my favorite idea)

Another great idea with the days of the week

Organized Makeup Brushes

Can be used in your restroom or on your bedroom dresser

How beautiful would this look in your kitchen

Beautifully Organized

What I always want to do but never get the chance :)

Entertainment

KRAFTY KIDS GROUP - THE BARNES & NOBLE @ THE AMERICANA Date: 02/09/2013 Day: Saturday Time: 12:00PM Address: 210 Americana Way, Glendale CA 91210 Phone: 818-545-9146 Cost: Free Join Barnes & Noble for an afternoon of fun crafts. In celebration of Valentine's Day, this Saturday you and your family have the opportunity to create your own yummy Valentines out of tootsie rolls. Go make one for your special Valentine!!!!! SNOW DAYS AT L.A. ZOO
Dates: 02/09/2013 to 02/10/2013 Days: Saturday Sunday Times: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Address: (Los Angeles Zoo) 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, 90027 Cost: $12-$17
An opportunity to enjoy the rare experience of seeing the American black bear, Sumatran tigers, snow leopard, giant otters, and harbor seals play in the snow on Saturday and Sunday, February 9 and 10, 2013. The Los Angeles Zoo will transform their habitats into snowy winter wonderlands with icy treats and frostful enrichment. Visitors will also have an opportunity to meet and take photos with a snow princess!

Beauty/Fashion