“Boo” Doesn’t Begin to Cover It

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is at it again, scaring everybody half to death.   And this year, they’ve thought of some new ways to do it!

This is the fourth season for the popular L.A. attraction, which Southern California horror fans have already come to consider a Halloween tradition.  Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is unique in its 360-degree approach to horror, its interactive nature and the fact that it’s a “green” scare attraction.  They also have an ongoing story–which, this year, is called “The Congregation.”  Then, there’s the consideration that the Griffith Park Old Zoo area, in which the hayride takes place, just possibly could be…well, actually haunted.

Melissa Carbone is the president of marketing company Ten Thirty One Productions, as well as the creator and Executive Producer of Los Angeles Haunted Hayride.  She explained how she came to create her unique Halloween attraction…

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride has been ongoing for weekends in October.  Rides start at 7:30 on Halloween night, but get there early. 

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Melissa Carbone Interview, Part 2

Melissa Carbone, creator of Los Angeles Haunted Hayride, shares a real-life ghost story about her popular Griffith Park Halloween event!

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The Colors of Community

SGV Pride Festival 2012San Gabriel Valley Pride’s “Pride Festival 2012” turned out to be a celebration for everyone!

The festival, themed “The Road to Equality”, was a day-long party on the Pasadena City College campus.  Guests enjoyed a wide spectrum of  entertainment, readings and book signings in the Authors’ Lounge, a classic car show and much more.

Exhibitors dialogued with attendees on the PCC quad throughout the day.   Visitors received information about local churches that minister to the LGBT community, gay marriage, military service (Army recruiters were on hand!), and even pet adoptions, as the Pasadena Humane Society showed up to tempt guests to get better acquainted with some cute, four-legged prospective family members. Continue reading

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A Celebration of Pride…and Creativity

Chris Ramirez and Mitch Braiman

Chris Ramirez (l) and Mitch Braiman (r), of San Gabriel Valley Pride.

San Gabriel Valley Pride is counting down to a party!

Their 2012 San Gabriel Valley Pride Festival, themed “The Road to Equality,” happens  this Sunday, October 14th, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Pasadena City College campus.   You’re invited to bring your whole family and come celebrate with them!

San Gabriel Valley Pride Festival started off as a small picnic in the park, in 2001.  Today, it’s grown to a festive event that includes live entertainment, face painting and classic cars.

Their 2012 festival also incorporates some exciting “firsts”: they’re having an authors’ lounge, AND a “Big Draw L.A.” event!

San Gabriel Valley Pride differs from other Pride organizations in their emphasis on family-oriented, and FREE, events.   SGV Pride Board Member Chris Ramirez, President Mitch Braiman and Event Director Monique LeBleu offered a preview of this weekend’s festivities.

And heads-up: they can use volunteers and donations.   Also, if you’re an entertainer and are willing to volunteer your time, they might like to talk to you about performing for their NEXT Pride Festival, in 2013!

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San Gabriel Valley Pride Interview, Part 2

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San Gabriel Valley Pride Interview, Part 3

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