Don Helverson is a teacher in the Technology Academy atand he writes the appearing on Studio City Patch every Tuesday. He says:
"I'm fleeing the area for a little breath of salty air and a taste of the coffee shops in San Diego.
"I wish everyone a pleasant experience, but it was a great excuse to use my vacation."
We're asking local notables to help spread the word about alternative things to do when the July 15-17, so read our . We’ll have locals offer tips about what they think you should do in this potential traffic snarl. Click on the green column link above to find more stories and advice.
