While the eastern and middle parts of our country are experiencing some arctic weather, we are fortunate here in, yes, sunny California to have had a string of gorgeous days, for which we are thankful. The forecast for tomorrow is partly cloudy, and rain is expected on Friday.
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They were quite unique in their heyday, those oldtime movie houses with names like, Ritz, Roxy, Star, Bijou, Empire, Grand, Orpheum, Coliseum, Plaza, Rialto, Majestic, and Liberty.
Where are they now? Well, physically, many still exist, having been transformed into art houses that show foreign or indie movies. Some have been restored to their former glory, with their bright neon marquees and sculpted Art Moderne pylons. Others, especially in blighted neighborhoods, have been turned into houses of worship and even skating rinks.
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A compendium of images - most original, some not - words, and links, sometimes musical, gathered for the exclusive enjoyment of friends and relatives, some old, and some new.
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