Keni Arts, as Keni Davis is known, was friendly and willing to talk – so long as he could keep painting.

A day with the Save the Tiles volunteers as they work against time to preserve over 200 fireplaces in Altadena.

Here is a sampling of upcoming things to do in the San Gabriel Valley area. Descanso Gardens: “What’s in Bloom in February” (depending on the weather): Hours: 9-5 daily. Admission $15; $11 ages 65 ...