Fun In Recovery
Hot Spots
Swingers
802 Broadway Santa Monica, CA 90401SwingersDiner.com
Whether it be 2 in the afternoon or 1 in the morning, you\'re sure to bump into sober people eating at Swingers. Swingers is set up like a traditional 50s diner. A local hot spot for fellowshipping, Swingers has a large menu, great atmosphere, and the best milkshakes in town.
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Cacao Coffee House
11609 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025CacaoCoffeeHouse.com
Cacao Coffee house is a great place to grab a hot cup of coffee, meet up with your sponsor or fellowship after meetings. This coffee house is always buzzing with members of the recovery community. You\'re sure to run into a friend or two!
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My 12 Step Store
8730-B Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90069My12StepStore.com
My 12 Step Store is a recovery boutique located in West Hollywood. This is your one stop shop if you\'re looking for books on recovery or spirituality, medallions, jewlery, greeting cards, clothing... you name it, they have it!
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The Twelve n Twelve
12118 Santa Monica Blvd. W. Los Angeles, CA 90025TwelvenTwelve.com
The Twelve n\' Twelve is another recovery gift shop serving the West side of Los Angeles. This boutique boasts to have \"The largest section of 12 step gifts in the country.\" Whether you are shopping for books, medallions, cards or Jewlery this is the place to be!
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The French Quarter Restaurant
7985 Santa Monica Boulevard West Hollywood, CA 90046FrenchQuaterWest.com
A great place to fellowship after a meeting in West Hollywood is The French Market located on Santa Monica Blvd. You are sure to run into members of the recovery community at this popular local hangout that provides a fun and casual dining experience. The restaurant is surrounded by shops and boutiques that make up The French Market Place.
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ICE at Santa Monica
iceatsantamonica.com/Santa Monica Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
1324 5th St. and Arizona Ave. , Santa Monica , CA , 90401
Phone: 310-393-8355
Price: $12 admission includes skate rental
The irony of having an ice rink mere minutes from the beach is not lost on us, but that doesn\'t mean you shouldn\'t celebrate the holiday season at Santa Monica\'s outdoor ice skating rink.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays : 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. (ends December 18th)
Sundays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (ends December 18th)
Saturdays : 10 a.m. - midnight (ends December 18th)
Fridays : 2 p.m. - midnight (ends December 18th)
Fridays and Saturdays : 10 a.m. - midnight (December 19th through January 6th)
Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (December 19th through January 6th)
Saturdays : 10 a.m. - midnight (January 7th through January 16th)
Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays : 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. (January 7th through January 16th)
Fridays : 2 p.m. - midnight (January 7th through January 16th
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Outdoor Activities
Fryman Canyon
Located just off Laurel Canyon, this pet-friendly trail has breath-taking views of the San Gabriel MountainsAddress: 8401 Mulholland Drive, Studio City, CA 91604
Parking: Large parking lot is available
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Escondido Canyon
This trail is lined with lush trees and an intersecting creek. The upper tier leads to a beautiful waterfall!Address: 27200 Winding Way, Malibu, CA 90265
Parking: Parking lot is on Winding Way East at Pacific Coast Highway. Park cars here and walk north along Winding Way East (private road) to dirt trail that starts at the end of the paved road.
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Will Rogers State Historic Park
This historic trail offers moderately challenging hike with amazing views of the Santa Monica Bay. For those who are feeling adventurous, take the Backbone Trail further into the Santa Monica Mountains.Address: 1501 Will Rogers State Park Road Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Parking: Parking lot available
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Bronson Canyon
Part of Griffith Park, this trail takes hikers right past the Hollywood sign. You can also check out the Bronson Canyon Caves that served as backdrops to famous TV shows such as Batman and Star Trek.Address: 3200 Canyon Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90068
Parking>: There is a dirt lot inside the park. Street parking outside is also available.
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Temescal Canyon
This shaded trail starts off easy and slowly becomes more challenging as you hike towards a waterfall and footbridge.Address: 15601 Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90272
Parking: Ample parking is available at the park entrance for $7.00 per day
For more information on Los Angeles hiking trails check out http://www.lamountains.com/index.asp
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