I've got some doubts about our current SoCal real estate agent. At first, there didn't seem to be a problem. But recent events have made me wonder if we're wasting his time. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 8, 2009 - 15 answers

Beach camping in Southern California? [more inside]
posted by jnnla on Jul 21, 2009 - 16 answers

Help me with an itinerary for a 3-day camping/photo tour of Southern California. [more inside]
posted by mamessner on Apr 13, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for avian resources -- vets, toy stores, etc -- in SoCal! [more inside]
posted by Nattie on Mar 23, 2009 - 3 answers

Where can I go camping within a day's drive of L.A. this coming weekend? [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 on Feb 11, 2009 - 13 answers

Where can an adult get the "kid-on-the-monkey-bars experience" without getting arrested? [more inside]
posted by roger ackroyd on Nov 17, 2008 - 15 answers

I'll be driving from Los Angeles to the Seattle area in a few weeks. I don't want to endure the dreariness of I-5 all the way up, but I also don't want to spend too much time on the trip. Three days would probably be ideal; four would be acceptable. What route will provide the best balance of beauty/points of interest and expediency? [more inside]
posted by fermion on Jul 29, 2008 - 15 answers

Affordable conference/retreat facilities in Southern California? [more inside]
posted by YoungAmerican on Jul 22, 2008 - 2 answers

Where around socal can I meet other aspiring electronic do-it-yourselfers? [backyard imagineering] [more inside]
posted by tarthur on Jul 19, 2008 - 6 answers

What's the best 1-2 yr old 4WD-capable car? Best for us means: fuel economy, reliability, non-behemoth-SUV-ness, aesthetic and reasonable cost (<$25k). Also: any knowledge about Subaru Outbacks and SoCal 4WD dealers. [more inside]
posted by lalochezia on Apr 29, 2008 - 26 answers

what's an awesome picnic spot in L.A.? [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 on Jan 10, 2008 - 14 answers

Baby signing classes in Socal next week? [more inside]
posted by msittig on Sep 25, 2007 - 0 answers

Please help -- How do you buy a new car in California for cash? Dealer has agreed to a cash deal, but at 11th hour, insists on signing a loan agreement?!? Help my cuz get this guy to close a cash deal. [more inside]
posted by ScarletPumpernickel on Aug 22, 2007 - 29 answers

where can I stay in Santa Barbara? [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 on Aug 20, 2007 - 14 answers

How do you deal with or adapt to Car Culture? Tips on driving, things to do in/with the car, strategies to deal with traffic, autos, parking, life-on-the-road in general please. Also: any specific Southern California driving/car advice. [more inside]
posted by lalochezia on Jul 19, 2007 - 30 answers

Buying-a-used-Car in SoCal-filter : I'm looking for good used car dealerships in the Pomona / Inland Empire / greater LA area. Also, for good independent mechanics to examine a prospective used car. Also: Examples of dealers/mechanics to avoid and general advice. [more inside]
posted by lalochezia on Jun 12, 2007 - 7 answers

Does anyone know how/ where to have fun in San Diego? [more inside]
posted by Belle O'Cosity on Apr 11, 2007 - 15 answers

There are a lot of coyotes in our nieghborhood this year, and they're less shy than in the past. [more inside]
posted by maryh on Dec 9, 2006 - 21 answers

[SoCalShoppingFilter] I'm a broke grad student, and I need some new clothes, and am looking for good stores in the SoCal area. Some specifics... [more inside]
posted by HighTechUnderpants on Sep 24, 2006 - 8 answers

I know nothing about Orange County, but I need to live there for 5 weeks. Help! [more inside]
posted by rkent on Apr 9, 2006 - 13 answers

HoneymoonFilter. I'm getting married at the end of July, and I'm in charge of the honeymoon. I've been thinking of a nice, week-long getaway for us, one that involves cycling and good food and is within a day's drive of SoCal. I've thought about Napa and Sonoma, but my initial research made my bank account scream in terror. Any of you frugal and romantic MeFites got any suggestions?
posted by RakDaddy on Jun 17, 2004 - 7 answers