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Woman with red beanie and red Christmas sweater give a hand-made quilt to a female patient at LA General Medical Center

Volunteers at LA General Medical Center distribute hand-made quilts to patients each year to bring a touch of home to those away from family and battling illness and injury. Click here to watch.

You can watch more stories like this on Channel 92 or 94 on most cable systems, or anytime here. Catch up on LA County Close-Up here.


In Case You Missed It

'Tis the Season to Avoid Holiday Scams

Man wearing red Santa hat looking a monitor of computer as he has various screens in front of him

The joy of the holiday season can quickly be ruined by scams, theft, and fraud. Before making a purchase or donation, it's important to stay cautious. The Department of Consumer and Business Affairs made a list of common holiday scams and tips to help you recognize and avoid them. From phishing emails to suspicious gift sites, and fake delivery notifications to tampered gift cards, there are simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Visit their website to learn how to stay safe and keep your holiday season scam-free, click here.


At Your Service

Entrepreneurship Academy

Graphic with image of man holding "Open" sign in front of business doors and woman holding "Open" sign in front of building

Ready to take your small business, non-profit, or social enterprise to the next level? Join an upcoming Entrepreneurship Academy near you to help you walk away with a winning business strategy. Learn how to develop a business plan, register your small business, hire, manage finances, market and brand, build partnerships, and more. 

Academies are offered in both Spanish and English. To apply and learn more, click here.


Out and About

Enchanted is Open!

Person taking photo with their phone of trees with lights and sign that says "Enchanted Forest of Lights"

Descanso’s Enchanted Forest of Light is an interactive, nighttime experience unlike anything else in Los Angeles. Discover Descanso’s dazzling winter lightshow now through January 7. Tickets must be purchased in advance, learn more or get your tickets at descansogardens.org/enchanted.

Not able to visit this year? We’ve got you covered, click here to watch a video tour.


Photo Finish

Woman holding girl in her arms with crowd behind them at LA County Tree Lighting Ceremony in downtown Los Angeles

Photo: Los Angeles County / Mayra Beltran Vasquez

LA County Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Music Center in downtown Los Angeles.

Click here to access more photos of LA County in action.


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