Toluca Lake Magazine
A Local Tour Through Entertainment History
We caught a sneak peek of the new Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood to see how guests will experience a journey through the iconic local landmark’s past and present. Read More »
“The Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of”
The iconic Warner Bros. Studios lot in Burbank has been home to movie magic for 95 years.
In 1928, Warner Bros. purchased the First National Pictures studio on Barham Boulevard in Burbank to dramatically increase film production — in effect telling the world, “You ain’t heard nothin’ yet!” Read More »
Swoosie Kurtz: Memories of Home
The actor reflects on her history in Toluca Lake and her parents’ legacy.
When Swoosie Kurtz and her parents moved to Toluca Lake in 1960, they had never settled in one place for more than a year or two. In Toluca Lake, they found the home they’d been dreaming of. Read More »
History Close to Home
Local museums tell the stories of the landmarks, art and artifacts that define our communities.
These unique sites use rare artifacts, antiques, vintage memorabilia and more to tell multifaceted stories of the people, places and significant events that have helped shape our communities into what they are today. Read More »
Winter Warmer
Get in the holiday spirit with the Ring of Fire cocktail from Verse.
Looking for a new seasonal drink to add to your next family holiday celebration? The experts at Verse share the recipe for the Ring of Fire cocktail. Read More »
Indulging in Holiday Cheer
Lou the French on the Block rings in the holidays with a French classic.
When Lou Correa was growing up in France, the smell of puff pastry dough and almond cream baking in the oven meant he’d soon be able to enjoy one of his favorite festive treats — galette des rois. Read More »
Soup Goddess Is Stirring Up Good
On a mission to feed the world — one bowl of soup at a time.
For Elizabeth “Lizzie” Meyer and her son Dillon, soup is much more than a comforting meal — it’s an opportunity to make a difference. Read More »
Recipe: Winter Is Coming
Warm up this winter with a Soup Goddess creation in the comfort of your own home. Read More »
A Local Tour Through Entertainment History
We caught a sneak peek of the new Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood to see how guests will experience a journey through the iconic local landmark’s past and present. Read More »
History Close to Home
Local museums tell the stories of the landmarks, art and artifacts that define our communities.
These unique sites use rare artifacts, antiques, vintage memorabilia and more to tell multifaceted stories of the people, places and significant events that have helped shape our communities into what they are today. Read More »
Shop Where the Heart Is
Stick close to home while helping the community stick together.
Our local shopping guide features an array of small businesses in and around Toluca Lake that you can support this holiday season. Read More »
Take to the Trails
Explore the great outdoors this spring with these local hikes.
You don’t have to venture very far to experience the great outdoors when you live a stone’s throw from some of the best hiking in the city. Whether you’re into steep summit climbs or leisurely walks, there’s a local hike out there waiting for you. Read More »
Making Dreams a Reality
How one family transformed their home into a modern farmhouse
Needing space to accommodate their growing family, John and Maria Ly set out to create the perfect modern farmhouse themselves. Read More »
Paradise in Your Own Backyard
Why this local couple loves their “Strohm Home”
Nearly two years after moving into their home, Anne and Jose Alvarez are still captivated by its architecture and landscaping. Read More »
The History, Heritage and Timeless Heirlooms of Harry P. Archinal
A peek into historic moments is rare — especially through the eyes of a film industry pioneer like Harry P. Archinal. He was a Disney legend, credited with many innovations that had world-changing influence on the international film distribution business. His historic estate, nestled in picturesque Toluca Lake, is now ready to share its heirlooms […] Read More »
Make Your Patio a Paradise
Here are some of the latest trends in outdoor design to help you transform an ordinary backyard into your own private oasis — or, if you’ve already created an idyllic space, enhance it with a few fresh features. Read More »
Take to the Trails
Explore the great outdoors this spring with these local hikes.
You don’t have to venture very far to experience the great outdoors when you live a stone’s throw from some of the best hiking in the city. Whether you’re into steep summit climbs or leisurely walks, there’s a local hike out there waiting for you. Read More »
Make Your Resolutions Reality
Toluca Lake Tennis & Fitness Club experts help us get active and stay motivated in the new year.
We asked four of the Toluca Lake Tennis and Fitness Club’s top trainers for their tips on pursuing better health in 2020. Read More »
Self-Care Inside & Out
Get on the path to looking and feeling your best with these local health and wellness services.
There are a wealth of health and wellness practitioners in and around our community that can help put you on a path to a better, healthier you, from the inside out. Read More »
Cornerstone for a Thriving Community
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center celebrates 75 years
Throughout its rich history, Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center has both shaped the surrounding community and been shaped by it, evolving to meet changing needs with vital local support. Read More »
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Fall 2021
In our third annual history issue, we highlight how past and present overlap in Toluca Lake. Distinguished actor Swoosie Kurtz, who moved here with her family as a teenager, describes her many memories of the community and the legacy of her parents, who were history-making figures in their own right. Kurtz also shares her reminiscences […]
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