Get to Know Your Kids, Their Way

I’ve heard that the best way to know your kids best is to know what they are into, what they read and who they associate with.  But if Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, You Tube and Flickr sound like a foreign language to you, you’ve got a bit of catching up to do to be in the know about what your kids are most likely up to.  Thanks to the gals over at New City Entertainment, there’s a free workshop you can attend that will give you a crash course in social media and help you understand social networking that’s all the rage today.  At L.A. Kid Stuff, we even gave you our very own tips on Twittering and how it can make you a cool parent, at least in your kids’ eyes!   Check out this free workshop this week, and the two that will take place at TBD locations next week will be free too.  So check the New City Entertainment website for more information then. 

A Parent’s Guide to Social Media includes 2 hours of social media explanation, review, and recommendations for you as a parent.  The locations vary and New City is available for private consultation as well if desired.

A Parent’s Guide to Social Media
Friday, September 25, 2009
7 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Women At Work
3871 E Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107
Ages: Parents with kids ages 7 and up
Cost: FREE
Website

Healthy Indoors

Our thoughts are with the firefighters and homeowners who are battling the devastating fires that are ravaging the forests and homes in the northern part of Los Angeles. We are also thinking about all of our L.A. Kids, who, due to poor air quality and excessive heat are relegated to the indoors, for their own health and safety. We have put together a list of indoor options and playgrounds that may help parents in providing their kids their much needed activity while keeping them as safe as possible. All of these locations also have wireless internet service, for parents who need to do double duty and work while the kids are occupied.

Indoor Activity and Play Areas with
Wi-Fi for Parents

Your Friendly, Neighborhood Library

If you can’t be outside exercising your muscles, then you can be inside exercising your your mind. Always one of our favorite indoor places is the local library, where you can share in the communal pursuit of intellect and imagination. Perch yourself and your child in any number of seating areas including the kids section and get lost in the magic of books. Many libaries have free storytimes, arts activities and performances. (MORE)

Peekaboo Playland
2513 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles, 90041; (323) 255-1400

Peekaboo Playland’s new location on Colorado Boulevard is perhaps the coolest indoor playground around, both aesthetically and practically. Thirty-foot ceilings and huge windows create an airy feel and provide plenty of natural light that is no doubt the next best thing to being outdoors. (MORE)

Swork Coffee
2160 Colorado Blvd., Eagle Rock, 90041; (323) 258-5600

Swork Coffee’s little corner play area is perfect for intimate play. Kids will gather willingly around the train table in the center and play with the various puzzles and games available for them. (MORE)

Amy’s Playground
1115 Mission Street, South Pasadena, 91030; (626) 799-0304

Located in the historic mission street shopping district of south Pasadena. Amy’s Playground’s mission is to provide a fun and comfortable environment for kids and grown-ups alike. (MORE)

Kidz Playland
1133 W. Glenoaks Blvd., Glendale, 91202; (818) 241-1888

On the smaller side at 1500 square feet, this circus-themed indoor playground nevertheless has 3 slides, a bouncer, baby section, basketball court and other fun indoor activities for your children. (MORE)

The Treehouse Social Club
426 South Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, 90210; (310) 288-3024

A popular place in posh Beverly Hills, the Treehouse Social Club’s showcase piece is a treehouse surrounded by a safe, picket fenced area (MORE)

Tiny Town Indoor Play
16909 Devonshire St., Granada Hills, 91344; (818) 366-0305

September 3, 2009

The Wizard of Oz turns 70 this year but Dorothy doesn’t look a day over her teens! And now, with the remastered high-definition version of the film complete, Dorothy and her beloved friends will look even better. There have been other screenings  of the new remastered film based on the classic L. Frank Baum fairytale, but tonight you’ll have a chance to see it on the big screen at a theatre near you. We found some AMC Theatres around the L.A. area that will be showing the film this evening, and one that will screen it at a kid-friendly 4 p.m. as well. Check the listings below and call 1-888-AMC-4FUN (1-888-262-4386) for more information or to purchase tickets.

Hurry because this is a one-day only event and for many, a one-time opportunity to see this classic story and hear Judy Garland’s wonderful voice on a BIG screen in a theatre! This timeless story with both loveable and infamous characters is something that all generations of your family can share with one another.

AMC Burbanck 16
7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
125 E. Palm Ave.
Burbank, CA 91502
818-953-4020

AMC Century City 15
7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
10250 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310-277-2262

AMC Santa Anita 16
7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
400 Baldwin Ave., Ste. 940-U
Arcadia, CA 91007
626-321-4270

AMC Promenade 16
7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
21801 Oxnard Street
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
818-883-0706

AMC Puente Hills 20
4 p.m.; 7 p.m.; 10 p.m.
1560 South Azusa Ave.
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
626-810-9687

Is your child a born performer? Is she ready for her close up? Or at least to audition for her close up? Then look to only the best to train her (or him).

HANNAH MONTANA Casting Director Howard Meltzer is teaching a “Cold Reading/Auditioning Intensive” for actors 17 and under. The Intensive also includes a Parents Q&A with Howard and a written evaluation of actors performance, so you can get all the information you need about the biz as a parent of a future superstar.

Howard Meltzer’s current series are Hannah Montana & I’m In The Band for
Disney XD. Recent projects include The Fresh Beat Band for Nick Jr., Movie of the Week Spectacular! for Nickelodeon, pilot The Troop for Nickelodeon, The 1/2 Hour News Hour for FOX, and worked as a consultant for the film Diary of a Wimpy Kid for 20th Century Fox. He has been partnered with Carol Goldwasser since 2004.

You get a $40 Discount for mentioning L.A. Kid Stuff! Here’s the info:

Cold Reading/Auditioning Intensive with Howard Meltzer

Saturday, November 7, 2009
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Age: 17 and Under
Cost: $165 (Mention LAKidsStuff and receive a $40 discount for a total of $125)
For more information and location, call TVI Actors Studio at 818-784-6500.
Website

Toddler Tales

The Americana at Brand
210 Americana Way, Glendale, 91210; (818) 545-9146
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
11 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Twinkle Time – Kids Club at The Grove

The Grove
189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 900-8080
Thursday, September 24, 2009
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Disney Live! Rockin Road Show

Nokia Theatre
777 Chick Hearn Ct, Los Angeles; (213) 763-6020
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Noon; 3 p.m.; 6 p.m.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Noon; 3 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $20-$65 (Ages 1 and older must have a ticket)

Dinosaur Encounters

Natural History Museum
North American Mammal Hall, 2nd Floor
900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, 90007; (213) 763-DINO
Saturday & Sunday, September 26 & 27, 2009
11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Museum admission (Cost: Free with Museum Admission: Children under 5 – FREE; Children 5 through 12 – $2 50; Children 13 through 17 – $6.50; Adults – $9; Seniors (62+) – $6.50; Students 18 and over with ID – $6.50.)

Sound of Music Sing-A-Long

Hollywood Bowl
2301 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, 90068; (323) 850-2000
Saturday, September 26, 2009
6 p.m. preshow; 7:30 p.m. movie
Ages: All
Cost: $6-$69

Red Bull Soap Box Races

5th Street & Grand Ave., Downtown Los Angeles
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Pits Open at 11 a.m.; Opening Ceremony at Noon; First Race at 1 p.m.
Ages: All (spectators)
Cost: FREE

Zoo Explorers: Awesome Apes

Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, 90027; (323) 644-4200
Saturday, September 26., 2009
9:30 a.m – 11 a.m.
Ages: 7-10 (Children only)
Cost: $23 per child ($18 per child for members) Call (323) 644-4211 for more info and to register

Get to Know – Contest Launch

Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, 90027; (323) 644-4200
Saturday, September 26., 2009
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Admission ($13 Adults ages 13+; $10 Seniors ages 62+; $8 Children ages 2-12; FREE Children ages 2 and under)

Geoffrey’s Birthday Party!

Participating Toys R Us Stores
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Noon – 3 p.m.
Ages: 3 and up
Cost: FREE

Sparky the Wonderfish: A Story of How Love Creates Magic – Author Reading and Signing

Barnes & Noble
189 Grove Drive Suite K 30, Los Angeles, 90036; (323)525-0270
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Noon
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Kids Rhythm Club

REMO Percussion Center
7308 Coldwater Canyon. North Hollywood 91605
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way)
Saturday, September 26, 2009
11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Age: 2-12 (but all are welcome; parents must stay with children)
Cost: FREE

Family Nature Walk

Placerita Canyon Nature Center
19152 Placerita Canyon Rd, Newhall, CA, 91321 (661) 259-7721
Saturday, September 26, 2009
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Harvest Wreaths

Zimmer Children’s Museum
6505 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, 90048; (323) 761-8984
Sunday, September 13, 2009
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Age: All
Cost: FREE for members and $3.00 per child for non-members in addition to the entrance fee. Entrance fee is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 3 and over. Children 2 and under and grandparents are free.

Celebrate Korea! – Andell Family Sundays

LACMA – Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles Times Central Court
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 857-6000
Sunday, September 27, 2009
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 pm
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

2nd Annual Lineage Day of Dance

Kidspace Museum
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, 91103; (626) 449-9144
Sunday, September 27, 2009
11 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Museum entrance fee ($10 for adults & children age 1 and older)

ONGOING THIS WEEK AND BEYOND

L.A. County Fair

Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Wednesdays – Sundays (until October 4, 2009)
Wednesdays noon – 10 p.m.
Thursdays noon – 11 p.m.
Fridays noon – midnight
Saturdays 10 a.m.- midnight
Sundays 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Weekdays:Ages 13+ (Weekdays) $12 ; Ages 6 -12 (Weekdays) $7; Ages 60+ (weekdays) $9; Ages 60+ Senior Wednesdays $6; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE. Weekends: Ages 13+ (Weekends) $17; Ages 6-12 (Weekends) $12; Ages 60+ (weekends) $14; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE

FIREFLY - A Charity Art Show and Sale

Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery
1618 1/2 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, 90026; (323) 662-3437
Until September 30, 2009
Tuesdays- Saturdays: Noon – 6 p.m.
Sundays: Noon – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE entrance

Children’s Drawing Lessons

San Rafael Branch Library
1240 Nithsdale Road, Pasadena; (626) 744-7270
Saturdays
10:30 a.m
And Hill Branch Library
55 S Hill Ave., Pasadena, 91106; (626) 744-7264
Saturdays
4:30 p.m.
Ages: 4-10
Cost: FREE

Noah’s Arc Permanent Exhibit

Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Tuesdays – Sundays (closed Mondays)
Tuesday–Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Museum Admission ($10 General; $7 Seniors 65+ and Full-Time Students; $5 Children 2-12; Children 2 and under FREE) Every THURSDAY FREE for the whole family!

Family Nature Walk

Eaton Canyon Natural Area
1750 N Altadena Dr, Pasadena, 91107
Saturdays (Weather permitting. Call to confirm the week you want to attend.)
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

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Library Love

Recently my daughter Jude and I traveled to the Pasadena Central library for a used book sale. Entering the library from the back parking lot, we wound our way around some cozy book stacks and through a small hallway when suddenly the grand lobby revealed itself and our senses willingly surrendered to the magnificent sight of the four-story ceiling and detailed craftsman features, the smells of aged oak, paper and ink and the sounds (or silence) that only a historic library could provide. It was our first visit to this library and we were both awestruck. I had inkling that Jude really liked it there, especially the cool kids’ room with its endless collections, large fireplace, mini furniture and leather reading couches perfect for parent and child. I was certain she loved it when, after requesting juice (lately her favorite beverage) and learning we would have to get in the car and drive away to buy it, she said never mind, I wanna go back inside. ‘Library’ label aside the 130,000 square-foot Mediterranean building designed by Myron Hunt and HC Chambers, architects of the Huntington Library, is itself worth a visit. Designated as a National Historic Landmark, the library contains either original or replicas of original furniture and features, all of which contribute to the charm and romance of the wonders waiting to be discovered in the library’s books.

It’ll probably be a while before Jude is actually reading, but I’m excited that she can appreciate the library as a destination as well as the valuable contents inside it. Before we left we signed up for a library card that will be honored at all Pasadena and Glendale city libraries and is our easy access to books, magazines, dvds, cds and wi-fi internet access whenever we visit. If you haven’t already, we hope you check out your local library and sign up for a library card because September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month! As you know, L.A. Kid Stuff regularly lists the fun, enriching and free events at public libraries. Here’s a list of some historic and beautiful libraries to give you an added reason to explore them.

Pasadena Central Library

285 E Walnut St
Pasadena, CA 91101-1598
(626) 744-4066

Los Angeles Central Library

630 W. 5th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90071
(213) 228-7000

The magnificent Los Angeles Main Library is a destination unto itself. With so many things available at this one location, you can easily pack the kids, pack a lunch and spend the good part of a Saturday enjoying one of their free programs, taking a docent led tour of the art and architecture of the building, lunching in the outdoor Maguire Gardens and of course getting lost in the extensive collections. (MORE)

Cahuenga Branch Library

4591 West Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 664-6418

This library is one of the few remaining and operating Carnegie libraries in Los Angeles. Andrew Carnegie is popularly known as the patron saint of libraries because of the millions of dollars of his personal wealth that he donated to the development of public libraries in the early 20th century. Many of the Carnegie libraries across the United States have been demolished, (MORE)

Ocean Park Branch Library

2601 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 392-3804

If you’ve walked down Main Street in Santa Monica chances are you’ve seen the Classical Revival building set back from a small front lawn with quaint benches. In 1977 the city Landmarks Commission declared the Ocean Park Branch a Cultural Heritage Monument. (MORE)

South Pasadena Public Library

1100 Oxley Street
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 403-7340

The Community Room portion of the existing structure, that now makes up the Community Room, was the entrance to the historic library. The City of South Pasadena expanded and remodeled this Carnegie Library in1982, (MORE)

West Los Angeles Regional Branch Library

11360 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, 90025
(310) 575-8323

Be sure to visit this mid-century modern library before its fate is decided, for better or for worse, by the City of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Conservancy is currently working to protect the West Los Angeles Regional branch library from possible demolition. (MORE)

AND HERE’S ONE TO ANTICIPATE

Silver Lake Branch Library

Corner of Glendale Blvd. and Silver Lake Blvd.

At L.A. Kid Stuff we are counting the days until our neighborhood Silver Lake branch Library opens its doors. With a community whose reputation for modern architecture precedes it, the Silver Lake library will step up to the plate with a steel, glass and stone design that anticipates a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Gold rating from the U.S. Green Building Council. We imagine lots of natural light and an airiness that will blur the lines between indoors and out, and a destination that will be the center of many community events and gatherings. The City of Los Angeles tells us we can expect the Silver Lake library’s doors to open in mid-November this year.

Check out all the cool things to do for L.A. kids and families!

Actors and Others for Animals

Panorama City Library
14345 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, 91402; (818) 894-4071
Monday, September 14, 2009
4:15 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Teddy Bear Story Time

Altadena Library Children’s Room
600 East Mariposa St. Altadena, 91001
Monday, September 14, 2009
7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

LACMA Art Class

Chinatown Branch Library
639 N. Hill St. Los Angeles, 90012; (213) 620-0925
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Slack Key Guitar with Jim “Kimo” West – Hawaiian Music

Hastings Branch Library
3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: 5-12
Cost: FREE

Fiesta in Mexico

Montebello Library
1550 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, 90640; (323) 722-6551
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
6:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Twinkles the Clown

Sherman Oaks Galleria Kids Club Program
15301-15303 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 91403; (818) 382-4100
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

LACMA Art for Children and Parents

Cypress Park Branch Library
1150 Cypress Ave., Los Angeles, 90065; (323) 224-0039
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

The SqueeGees – Kids Club at The Grove

189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 900-8080
Thursday, September 17, 2009
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Folk Songs for Families

Pacoima Branch Library
13605 Van Nuys Blvd., Pacoima, 9133; (818) 899-5203
Thursday, September 17, 2009
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Play & Learn Parent-Child Workshops

West Covina Library
1601 West Covina Parkway, West Covina; (626) 962-3541
Thursday, September 17, 2009
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 1-4
Cost: FREE

Shakespeare in the Gardens

Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge
Thursday-Sunday, September 17-20, 2009
6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Adult Non-Member: $20.00; Non-Member Kids: $15.00; Adult Member: $10.00; Member Kids: $7.50

Greek Fest

St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church
778 S. Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena
Friday – Sunday, September 18-20, 2009
Noon – 5 p.m. Fri. ; Noon – 10 p.m. Sat; Noon – 9 p.m. Sun.
Ages: All
Cost: $3 general; FREE age 12 and under

FIREFLY Opening Reception – A Charity Art Show and Sale

Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery
1618 1/2 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, 90026; (323) 662-3437
Saturday, September 19, 2009
5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE entrance

Little Foodies Cookbook Party

Vroman’s Hastings Ranch
3729 E Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, 91107; (626) 351-0828
Saturday, September 19, 2009
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages: 3 -10
Cost: $8 plus tax (Register in advance)

Family Storytime

Pasadena Central Library
285 East Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Saturday, September 19, 2009; (626) 744-4066
10:00 a.m.
Ages: 3-5
Cost: FREE

Moompetam - Celebrating Coastal Native Americans

Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, 90802
Saturday & Sunday, September 19-20, 2009
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with general admission. FREE for members. Members’ guests receive 20% off admission. Adult: $23.95; Child (3-11): $11.95; Senior (62+): $20.95

One-of-a-Kind Hats

Pasadena Museum of History
470 W. Walnut St., Pasadena
Sunday, September 20, 2009
2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $15; members $10

Family Flicks: The Wiz – Hammer Kids

Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90024; (310) 443-7000
Sunday, September 20, 2009
11 a.m.
Ages: 7 and up
Cost: FREE

ONGOING THIS WEEK AND BEYOND

L.A. County Fair

Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Wednesdays – Sundays (until October 4, 2009)
Wednesdays noon – 10 p.m.
Thursdays noon – 11 p.m.
Fridays noon – midnight
Saturdays 10 a.m.- midnight
Sundays 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Weekdays:Ages 13+ (Weekdays) $12 ; Ages 6 -12 (Weekdays) $7; Ages 60+ (weekdays) $9; Ages 60+ Senior Wednesdays $6; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE. Weekends: Ages 13+ (Weekends) $17; Ages 6-12 (Weekends) $12; Ages 60+ (weekends) $14; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE

FIREFLY – A Charity Art Show and Sale

Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery
1618 1/2 Silver Lake Blvd., Los Angeles, 90026; (323) 662-3437
Until September 30, 2009
Tuesdays- Saturdays: Noon – 6 p.m.
Sundays: Noon – 5 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE entrance

Children’s Drawing Lessons

San Rafael Branch Library
1240 Nithsdale Road, Pasadena; (626) 744-7270
Saturdays
10:30 a.m
And Hill Branch Library
55 S Hill Ave., Pasadena, 91106; (626) 744-7264
Saturdays
4:30 p.m.
Ages: 4-10
Cost: FREE

Noah’s Arc Permanent Exhibit

Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Tuesdays – Sundays (closed Mondays)
Tuesday–Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Museum Admission ($10 General; $7 Seniors 65+ and Full-Time Students; $5 Children 2-12; Children 2 and under FREE) Every THURSDAY FREE for the whole family!

Fun things to do for L.A. kids and families!

L.A. Greek Fest 2009

Saint Sophia Cathedral Grand Plaza Grounds
1324 S. Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles
Friday, September 11, 2009
5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Cost: FREE for everyone
Saturday, September 12, 2009
1 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday September 13, 2009
Noon – 10 p.m.
Cost: $5 (kids age 12 and under FREE)
Ages: All

Family Festival at the Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, 90049; (310) 440-7300
Saturday, September 12, 2009
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Crafty! Target Free Family Saturday

Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, 90012; (213) 625-0414
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11 a.m. – closing
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Brazilian Day L.A.

La Brea Tarpits (HancockPark)
5801 Wilshire Blvd.,Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 651-2664, ext. 219
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Noon – 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE admission

Ganesha Family Festival

Pacific Asia Museum
46 N Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 91101; (626) 449-2742
Saturday, September 12, 2009
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Critter Club: SHELLters

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007; (213) 763-DINO
Saturday, September 12, 2009
10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m.
Ages: 3-5
Cost: Free with Museum Admission: Children under 5 – FREE; Children 5 through 12 – $2 50; Children 13 through 17 – $6.50; Adults – $9; Seniors (62+) – $6.50; Students 18 and over with ID – $6.50.

The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Screening

The 3rd Annual Made in Culver City
Culver City City Hall Courtyard
9770 Culver Boulevard, Culver City; (310) 253-5716
Saturday, September 12, 2009
7:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Family Tour

Pacific Asia Museum
46 N Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 91101; (626) 449-2742
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11 a.m.
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: FREE

Kids Rhythm Club

REMO Percussion Center
7308 Coldwater Canyon. North Hollywood 91605
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way)
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Age: 2-12 (but all are welcome; parents must stay with children)
Cost: FREE

18th Annual Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture

Pt. Fermin Park
807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro
Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13, 2009
Ages: All
Cost: $7/person

Brentwood Autumn Art Show

San Vicente Boulevard between Saltair and Darlington
Sunday, September 13, 2009
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

New Year’s Festival – September Sunday Family Programs

Zimmer Children’s Museum
6505 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, 90048; (323) 761-8984
Sunday, September 13, 2009
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Age: All
Cost: FREE for members and $3.00 per child for non-members in addition to the entrance fee. Entrance fee is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 3 and over. Children 2 and under and grandparents are free.

Celebrate Korea! – Andell Family Sundays

LACMA – Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles Times Central Court
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 857-6000
Sunday, September 13, 2009 (Also Sundays, September 20 & 27, 2009)
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 pm
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Film Festival in 90 Minutes – Hammer Kids

The Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90024; (310) 443-7000
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Noon
Ages: 10-14
Cost: FREE Pre Registration is required. Visit workshops.826la.org, write workshops@826la.org, or call (310) 305-8418

ONGOING THIS WEEK AND BEYOND

L.A. County Fair

Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Wednesdays – Sundays (until October 4, 2009)
Wednesdays noon – 10 p.m.
Thursdays noon – 11 p.m.
Fridays noon – midnight
Saturdays 10 a.m.- midnight
Sundays 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Weekdays:Ages 13+ (Weekdays) $12 ;Ages 6 -12 (Weekdays) $7; Ages 60+ (weekdays) $9; Ages 60+ Senior Wednesdays $6; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE. Weekends: Ages 13+ (Weekends) $17; Ages 6-12 (Weekends) $12; Ages 60+ (weekends) $14; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE

Noah’s Arc Permanent Exhibit

Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Tuesdays – Sundays (closed Mondays)
Tuesday–Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Museum Admission ($10 General; $7 Seniors 65+ and Full-Time Students; $5 Children 2-12; Children 2 and under FREE) Every THURSDAY FREE for the whole family!

Lots of Fun Things to Do for Kids and Families in L.A.!

LACMA FREE Day

Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., 90036
Monday, September 7, 2009
Noon – 8 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Egg – Kids Club at Americana

Americana at Brand
889 Americana Way, Glendale, 91210; (818) 637-8982
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Singer Melissa Green

Sherman Oaks Galleria Kids Club Program
15301-15303 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks, 91403; (818) 382-4100
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Santa Monica Pier Centennial Day

200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
6 p.m. – 9:15 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Kids Club at The Grove (The Hollow Trees)

189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 900-8080
Thursday, September 10, 2009
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Story Time

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, 90007; (213) 763-DINO
Friday, September 11, 2009
Noon – 12:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free with Museum Admission (Children under 5 – FREE; Children 5 through 12 – $2 50; Children 13 through 17 – $6.50; Adults – $9; Seniors (62+) – $6.50; Students 18 and over with ID – $6.50)

The 2009 Original Lobster Festival

Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach
Rainbow Lagoon [400-403], Shoreline Village Drive, Long Beach, 90802
Friday, September 11th — 5 PM – 11 PM
Saturday, September 12th — 12 NOON – 11 PM
Sunday, September 13th — 12 NOON – 10 PM
Ages: All
Cost: $13 – $25 – $50 (depending on whether you want to include a lobster feast with admission)

L.A. Greek Fest 2009

Saint Sophia Cathedral Grand Plaza Grounds
1324 S. Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles
Friday, September 11, 2009
5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Cost: FREE for everyone
Saturday, September 12, 2009
1 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday September 13, 2009
Noon – 10 p.m.
Cost: $5 (kids age 12 and under FREE)
Ages: All

Family Festival at the Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, 90049; (310) 440-7300
Saturday, September 12, 2009
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Crafty! Target Free Family Saturday

Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, 90012; (213) 625-0414
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11 a.m. – closing
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Brazilian Day L.A.

La Brea Tarpits (HancockPark)
5801 Wilshire Blvd.,Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 651-2664, ext. 219
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Noon – 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE admission

Ganesha Family Festival

Pacific Asia Museum
46 N Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 91101; (626) 449-2742
Saturday, September 12, 2009
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Critter Club: SHELLters

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007; (213) 763-DINO
Saturday, September 12, 2009
10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m.
Ages: 3-5
Cost: Free with Museum Admission: Children under 5 – FREE; Children 5 through 12 – $2 50; Children 13 through 17 – $6.50; Adults – $9; Seniors (62+) – $6.50; Students 18 and over with ID – $6.50.

The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Screening

The 3rd Annual Made in Culver City
Culver City City Hall Courtyard
9770 Culver Boulevard, Culver City; (310) 253-5716
Saturday, September 12, 2009
7:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

Family Tour

Pacific Asia Museum
46 N Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 91101; (626) 449-2742
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11 a.m.
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: FREE

Kids Rhythm Club

REMO Percussion Center
7308 Coldwater Canyon. North Hollywood 91605
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way)
Saturday, September 12, 2009
11 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Age: 2-12 (but all are welcome; parents must stay with children)
Cost: FREE

18th Annual Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture

Pt. Fermin Park
807 Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro
Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13, 2009
Ages: All
Cost: $7/person

Brentwood Autumn Art Show

San Vicente Boulevard between Saltair and Darlington
Sunday, September 13, 2009
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

New Year’s Festival – September Sunday Family Programs

Zimmer Children’s Museum
6505 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 100, Los Angeles, 90048; (323) 761-8984
Sunday, September 13, 2009
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Age: All
Cost: FREE for members and $3.00 per child for non-members in addition to the entrance fee. Entrance fee is $8.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 3 and over. Children 2 and under and grandparents are free.

Celebrate Korea! – Andell Family Sundays

LACMA – Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles Times Central Court
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, 90036; (323) 857-6000
Sunday, September 13, 2009 (Also Sundays, September 20 & 27, 2009)
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 pm
Ages: All
Cost: FREE

ONGOING THIS WEEK AND BEYOND

L.A. County Fair

Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768
Wednesdays – Sundays (until October 4, 2009)
Wednesdays noon – 10 p.m.
Thursdays noon – 11 p.m.
Fridays noon – midnight
Saturdays 10 a.m.- midnight
Sundays 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Weekdays:Ages 13+ (Weekdays) $12 ;Ages 6 -12 (Weekdays) $7; Ages 60+ (weekdays) $9; Ages 60+ Senior Wednesdays $6; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE. Weekends: Ages 13+ (Weekends) $17; Ages 6-12 (Weekends) $12; Ages 60+ (weekends) $14; Ages 5 and younger (every day) FREE

Noah’s Arc Permanent Exhibit

Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
Tuesdays – Sundays (closed Mondays)
Tuesday–Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: FREE with Museum Admission ($10 General; $7 Seniors 65+ and Full-Time Students; $5 Children 2-12; Children 2 and under FREE) Every THURSDAY FREE for the whole family!