Brunch Spot:
I always bring friends visiting from New York to The Polo Lounge at The Beverly Hills Hotel because it’s so vintage LA. The McCarthy Chopped Salad and a glass of white wine by the pool on a hot day is the best. It’s the perfect grown-up lunch spot.

Park or playground:
We love the playground at the Malibu Country Mart because there is a huge, shaded sandbox that keeps the kids busy for hours. Afterward we shop for accessories at the nearby Crew Cuts and then eat the most delicious turkey burgers from Malibu Kitchen.

Guilty pleasure:
Terri Lawton facials are indulgent but worth it. She’s Demi Moore’s skin-fixer, need I say more?

Activity with your kids:
We just discovered Blueberry picking at Underwood Farms. I make sure to go with other East Coasters who also grew up picking fruit in fields! And the kids love the fun tractor rides.

Shop:
OK on Third Street is really well-curated. They have the sickest book selection I’ve ever seen, hundreds of Comme des Garcons wallets and old-school toys like legos and comics. It’s quirky but super tasteful.

Kids clothing store:
Lately I’ve been hooked on Eggy, which just opened near my house. In the land of trendy, this shop carries really sophisticated brands like Kico and Maragnes that could be confused for Marni. And I stock up on the one-of-a-kind kimono hair clips.

Cold/Rainy weather activity:
I grab a friend and we shuttle them to Treehouse Social, a spacious indoor playroom on Robertson. It breaks my heart that they are closing because then it’s going to be about Elmo. All day. Until the rain stops.

Warm weather activity:
The Huntington Gardens in Pasadena is so special. The Children’s Garden has water bells and marble jets that captivate little ones. And the property as a whole is so perfectly manicured, you feel as if you are in a fairytale.

Dinner spot w kids:
Cheebo in Hollywood is the best. There are crayons, board games and everything is organic-even the Toddler Menu. But the music is amazing and the crowd’s super artsy so you never feel as if you are settling for a random kid-friendly spot.

Drinks w friends:
The patio at The Little Door Next Door is my go-to when I want to relax with a friend over a glass of wine. It’s an off-shoot of the beloved Little Door but is more of a lovely French cafe that belongs in New York. It makes me feel right at home in my fabulous adopted city.

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The show’s star Adrian Grenier, is best known for playing the charmed, indulgent movie star Vince Chase. Behind the scenes however, Grenier is an entirely different person. His passion is coming up with innovative ways to change the way we treat the environment, making it a better place for our families to live in. Pretty impressive, right? We caught up with Grenier to chat about his most recent ecological endeavors.

Tell us about the site you have just launched?
It is SHFT.com. It is dedicated to curating the culture of today’s environment. The idea is really to show people that making small changes in their lives and business can move us towards a more ecologically sustainable life style.

What prompted this new venture?
My partner Peter Glatzer and I wanted create a website that would produce media content to show people how to shift their lifestyle choices in creative ways. It is not heavy handed, but a creative new approach.

What sort of charities do you like to promote?
I gravitate towards charities that deal with the root of problems. One example is the Charity: Water. They work to create renewable water resources and build wells in third world countries. I also believe in education initiatives. The core of our society is based on the education and cultivation of our youth.

Ok, we have to ask, do you have any plans for a family of your own?
Let’s just say that right now I am very focused on children through my involvement with forming a new charter school in Queens, New York. It is called the Artisan School. It is based on environmental principles. The idea is to provide education with purpose, to advocate imaginative thinking that the young can incorporate into their lives.

In essence what is your goal, with all of your eco-projects?
Essentially it is to try to create small shifts in perception that will allow us to achieve greater truths.

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• Tunebug Vibe speaker Turns any surface into a speaker, making your hotel room a bit more familiar.

• GoGo Kidz Travelmate Transforms your car seat into a makeshift stroller making it so easy to navigate through the airport.

• Joyababy clutch Makes diapering on the go as stylish as changing a diaper can be.

• Givenchy Chain-Detail Jelly Sandals Go from street to sand with one chic shoe.

• Foogo Insulated Thermos We’ve said it before, but this is top on our list. Keeps the juiciest fruit cold for hours and never leaks.

• Maclaren Techno XT Buggy Easy to fold and a larger, extendable hood shields the sun perfectly.

• Momma Couture wristlet Fully insulated and a perfect alternative to ziplocs for wipes.

• Yummy Earth Organic Lollipops Because even though you swore you would never “go there” every kid at some point or another on a flight needs one. Might as well make it organic.

• Kodak’s Easyshare camera Allows you to email your vacation photos to Grandparents even before you get home.

• 3Floz.com Purchase TSA approved, travel size beauty products all in one place

• Kate Spade Par Avion Airline Cosmetic Case Keeps all of your family’s essentials easy to reach and is TSA approved for in flight travel.

Safe travels.

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Here’s what we have on tap:

• In addition to our weekly feature, we’ve added weekly features specific for New York City, Los Angeles & London. So, if you’re in the market for the best organic ice-cream truck floating around New York City, or a place to shop for you & your daughter in London, we’ve got an earful.

• Looking for some creative projects to DIY? We’ve convinced some of the most creative people we know to teach us a thing or two in DIY with VIPS. Like, the insanely gorgeous dessert table Amy Atlas created for Brooke Shields’ daughter’s birthday party.

• Feeling in a rut with what to make for lunch or dinner? Check out School Lunch where we are learning a thing or two from famous chefs like Joy Bauer and Elizabeth Stein.

• Need a new book to take on your much needed vacation? Our new ON OUR BOOKSHELF will have you running to your local bookstore in no time.

And, if that wasn’t enough, we’ve put together a stellar line-up of contributors to add in their two cents. They’ve got the lowdown on things sometimes even before we do, so we’re thrilled to have them.

So, take a minute (or two or three) and look around, we’re sure you’ll like what you see.

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So, we asked a few VIP’s,

What inspires you most about your mom?

Here’s what they had to say:

Zoe Saldana, actress
My mother is a strong, beautiful woman who has also inspired me to follow my dreams and keep grounded. Most of all to never forget my roots.

Gabby Karan, Urban Zen, Sag Harbor
My mom has the biggest heart. She has taught me that the most important thing in life is to share and care for others. Her generosity and devotion to all her causes is an inspiration. She is a mentor for me and now to my children. I am forever grateful of how she teaches me and my family how to be in the world

Jamie Lynn Sigler, actress
My moms strength and faith inspires me most. What she has been through in her life, I could never imagine, yet I’ll never forget. She always showed me, it’s the little things in life we should look to. Lifes a journey, and we are never alone.

Jennifer Meyer Maguire, designer
It’s not easy raising kids in Los Angeles – especially girls.  My Mom instilled an incredible confidence in both my sister and me that has served us well our whole lives.  I hope to pass that on to my kids.

Soleil Moon Frye, co-owner of The Little Seed
My mom has always inspired me by being a force of love in my life. She is truly the most amazing woman I know. She inspires me each and every day and always taught us as kids to be individuals and to have integrity. I feel so very blessed to have a mom that was so giving of herself. She gave me a thousand hugs and kisses and picked me up any time I felt like falling. She is the best mom in the Universe. Happy mamas day mom. I love you.

Lizzie Scheck, designer
My mother is the most incredible mother, and even better grandmother. I have no idea how I moved across the country, away from her. Besides being just an incredible mother who would do anything for me and my brother, she taught me values, gratitude, respect, and she gave me the confidence to believe I can succeed at whatever I set my mind to. Above all, I hope I’m half as good a mother as she is!

Meredith Levy, Pint Size Social
My mother has been inspiring me my entire life. She has been so supportive and encouraging in every (even crazy) idea that I’ve ever had. But what really gets me, is her ability to live in the moment and her desire to constantly remind me to do so. It is such a great life lesson. And I love her for that. And I love her for a million other things, too.

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