Next year’s FIFA World Cup, to be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico and the US, will test that theory. Can the US, in particular, stage a successful tournament that attracts fans from around the world?

Before you hop out the door this Easter Sunday, it may be worth checking what’s open as some places aren’t cracking their doors.

The seasonal Cosmic Cafe at Mt. Wilson Observatory serves coffee, wraps and snacks with a singular view of the city. It makes ...