Little India

Some spots to investigate along Pioneer Boulevard in Artesia:

Naz 8 Cinemas (in Lakewood)

Cottage Art (decor, clothes and jewelry)
Loveleen Sari Palace
Books N Bits
Rajdhani (lunchtime buffet--thali)
Surati Farsan Mart (sweet and savory snacks -- dosas)
Shan (mutton curry)
Saffron Spot (chikoo, fruit flavor, or malai kulfi, frozen milk dessert)

Jade Buddha in Huntington Beach

The Jade Buddha for Universal Peace, the largest jem quality jade statue in the world, is on display in Huntington Beach at 7641 Talbert Avenue through November 15. The statue is on tour throughout major cities in North America, Asia and Australia before being set up at the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Bendigo, Australia. The exhibitors hope that all people who come to see the inspiring statue will take a moment to reflect upon peace.