100_0216.JPGIn today's segment of Treasures of the west, I took you on a tour to visit three locations for you to explore this summer. We first visited the Long Beach Aquarium, and took an ocean harbor cruise to see one of the largest Mammals on earth, the Blue Whale.  Just off the coast of Long Beach, these magnificent whales migrate every summer, and can be spotted on a daily basis by taking a harbor cruise.
An educational experience for the whole family!
For information on the Harbor Cruises:
go to www.longbeachcruises.com.

We 100_0250.JPGthen drove down the coast to the town of Newport Coast, to visit a secret treasure by the sea.  Crystal Cove is a hidden gem, slightly tucked away in a small cove, you'll find 22 rustic beach cottages to stay in for a special vacation getaway.  They're all unique in their own way, and can be rented in advance on the first of every month.
This is truly one of our Treasures Of The West.
For information on Crystal Cove Cottages: go to www.crystalcoveallieance.org.


Our final stop was to the original Farmers Market in Los Angeles, and is one of our historical and cultural landmarks.  Many of us natives know what 100_0725.JPGit's like to visit this charming marketplace, where you can find every treat you could imagine, such as handmade toffee, chocolates from Europe, freshly baked pies, old fashioned ice cream parlors, and a choice of authentic food from almost every country.
Great stop for tourists, and locals can enjoy an
evening of live entertainment all summer long.
For information go to: www.lafarmersmarket.com .


100_0934.JPG This segment took us downtown Los Angeles to visit the Cicada Club restaurant. Here you'll discover a 30's and 40's dance club, and hear some of L.A.'s top big bands performing on weekly basis. It's located in the historic 1927...
Continue reading Enjoy an evening of big band music in a historic art deco gem, at the luxurious Cicada Club Restaurant .

The Mayme Clayton Collection, A Cultural Legacy

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Thumbnail image for Thumbnail image for 100_0787.JPG This month, "Treasures Of The West" spoke with Avery Clayton about the legacy he passed on for his mother, Mayme A. Clayton, a woman who collected one of the largest known cultural treasures of documents, photographs, films, music, and books...
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Thumbnail image for Thumbnail image for Thumbnail image for DSCN0016.JPG This segment of "Treasures of the West" takes you on a sunset cruisethrough the historic Naples Canals in Long Beach Italian Style!  Gondola Getaway is off the beaten path in Los Angeles, and has been a tradition of the canals for...
Continue reading Celebrate the Holiday Season on a romantic Gondola Cruise!.
adamsonhouse_03.jpg In this program "Treasures of the West" takes you to explore three historic sites in Los Angeles that were influenced by our early pioneers including the Spanish, Native Indian, and Mexican.  The architecture is of the Spanish Mission Revival design,...
Continue reading Celebrate California's Early Spanish Revival Architecture.

The Annenberg Beach House

annenburgHouse_03.jpg Here you can spend a day enjoying California's sunny climate in a beautiful historic sand and sea club swimming in a historic pool, take a docent led tour of the mansion's guest house, visit the art gallery, have lunch at...
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A visit to the small historic town of Ojai

ojaipeppertree_2.jpg This summer we took a drive through the country to visit the town of Ojai Valley, located less than an hour north of Los Angeles, and about a half hour east of the Ventura Coast.  Here you'll find one of...
Continue reading A visit to the small historic town of Ojai.

Treasures of the West with host Pamela Wilson airs monthly on KPFK FM Public radio throughout Southern California.

Join Pamela, a native Californian, as she journeys through the amazing, richly historical and exciting places of interest in and around Los Angeles. She'll take you to places you never would have believed were right in your own Southern California backyard. It's all in the spirit of fun and fascination as Pamela explores this diverse and fascinating landscape.

From the beaches to the mountains, from the tranquil desert to the hustle and bustle of Hollywood, Treasures of the West is sure to surprise and entice native Angelenos as well as visitors to this rich and varied destination.

Be sure to check out Pamela's broadcast program on Southern California's premier listener-supported radio station, KPFK. And check this web site for Pamela's latest news, downloadable recordings of her program, and other hot travel topics throughout the Los Angeles area!

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