Annabeth Gish

Actress, “The West Wing” and “The Celestine Prophecy,” due out next year

Even though we have such nice weather year-round, there’s something magical about summer in L.A. I think there’s an easier energy, especially at nighttime. I very much enjoy any outdoor activities at night -- the Hollywood Bowl, or taking the full-moon hikes at Tree People with my husband and our dog. And I’m really looking forward to the Los Angeles Film Festival, which starts in June. To watch movies outside on the big screen under the stars and the moon just feels like the essential California experience.