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16 readings and book events happening this fall in L.A.’s flourishing literary scene

From living room poetry readings to grocery store storytelling, L.A.’s DIY literary renaissance rages on.

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8 spots to cuddle with cats while sipping matcha, reading or just chilling in greater L.A.

Los Angeles, CA - July 3: An apartment building coined "El Zapato" at 522 Garden St. by architect Jeff Shelton is pictured on Friday, July 3, 2026, in Santa Barbara, Calif. Shelton's work reminds passerby's that cities can surprise us, buildings can invite us to slow down and make looking around an awakening experience. (Dania Maxwell/ For The Times}

In traditional Santa Barbara, his whimsical, storybook buildings beg you to stop and stare

San Diego, CA - June 26, 2026: San Diego's Sunset Cliffs Natural Park includes a set of steps at the foot of Ladera Street that look out on waves, surfers and the area's crumbling sandstone cliffs.(Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times)

The 6-mile peninsula of trails, tidepools and history that too many San Diego visitors miss

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24 of the best, cheapest and most surprising L.A. pools to beat the heat

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15 hot literary events and readings to check out in L.A. this summer

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Wish you were funnier? These great L.A. improv classes will have you saying, ‘yes, and’

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Eat and Drink

14 Latino-owned restaurants from the 101 Best Restaurants guide

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Cool off with 8 unique tea lattes that take you around the world

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8 great places for Atlanta-style lemon pepper wings in L.A.

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20 new and notable places to eat and drink in L.A. this month

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25 frozen cocktails and non-alcoholic slushies to beat the L.A. heat

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16 burger and drink deals for when you need an adult happy meal

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16 of L.A.’s best breakfast burritos

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9 of L.A.’s best shaved ice spots

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13 of the best poke spots in Los Angeles

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15 of L.A.’s best birthday cakes

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20 hot dogs to devour in L.A. before the summer ends

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