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Descanso Gardens’ Carved offers family-friendly fall festivities

This post was updated Oct. 27 at 2:14 a.m. This fall, Descanso Gardens’ Carved is providing a picturesque treat among the trees. Nestled in the lush foothills of La Cañada Flintridge, Carved invites guests on a pumpkin-filled path through their gardens. Read more...

Photo: Holding a parasol, a pumpkin-headed figure stands amidst a sea of jack-o-lanterns. The seasonal installation is part of Descanso Garden’s Carved experience, which runs until Oct. 29.(Eden Yu/Daily Bruin staff)


Jillian Tamaki draws upon details in graphic novel writing process

This post was updated Oct. 26 at 7:27 p.m. Most book talks hinge on their words. But for Jillian Tamaki, sharing her work was all about the slideshow. Read more...

Photo: Jillian Tamaki is pictured. The graphic novelist spoke about her latest project “Roaming” – co-written with her cousin Mariko – at the Charles E. Young Research Library on Tuesday. (Nicolas Greamo/Daily Bruin senior staff)


Artist Keertana Sreekumar reflects on career evolution, working with memory loss

This post was updated Oct. 31 at 8:06 p.m.  From writing about memory loss to womanhood, Keertana Sreekumar is making a splash in the entertainment industry. Read more...

Photo: Keertana Sreekumar poses for her headshot. The first-year English literature student became the youngest winner of the Toronto International Film Festival’s featured screenplay award in 2021. (Courtesy of Shraesht)


Megan Barlog Hughes empowers authors in digital age through Purple Shelf Media

Megan Barlog Hughes is fully booked getting stories from the shelves to the readers. The alumnus of UCLA’s Screenwriting: Film & TV Comprehensive intensive is the founder of Purple Shelf Media, a marketing company for children’s and young adult books. Read more...

Photo: Dressed in a purple top, Megan Barlog Hughes stands outside as she smiles for a photo. The alumnus is the founder of Purple Shelf Media, a marketing company for children’s and young adult books. (Courtesy of Megan Barlog Hughes)


Restaurant review: Honey Krush will create buzz among Bruins with minor improvements

This post was updated Oct. 24 at 9:07 p.m. A new Korean cafe offering organic desserts will leave Bruins buzzing. Honey Krush officially opened Sept. 23 as a health-conscious option for South Korean-inspired dessert and protein-based recipes in Westwood. Read more...

Photo: The entrance to Honey Krush is pictured. The new cafe recently opened in Westwood and offers a variety of drinks and protein-based meals. (Jeremy Chen/Daily Bruin senior staff)


Q&A: Author Larry Duplechan on Hollywood history in memoir ‘Movies That Made Me Gay’

This post was updated Oct. 24 at 8:56 p.m. Larry Duplechan is rewinding the films that changed his life. The alumnus and Lambda Literary Award-winning author released his latest book, “Movies That Made Me Gay,” on Oct. Read more...

Photo: Larry Duplechan smiles for his headshot. The alumnus released his memoir, “Movies That Made Me Gay,” on Oct. 2. (Courtesy of John Farrell Jr.)


Alumni-founded production company Highball Media offers members artistic freedom

This post was updated Oct. 26 at 7:43 p.m. Limits are surpassing the stratosphere in Highball Media’s productions. Highball Media, a production company co-founded by alumni Lucy Urbano and Charlie Stuip, is composed of artists seeking to express themselves authentically and unapologetically. Read more...

Photo: The cast and crew of “Cassiopeia8000” pose for a photo. The film was produced by Highball Media, a production company co-founded by alumni Lucy Urbano and Charlie Stuip. (Courtesy of Santana Aguirre)



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