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February 17th is Random Act of Kindness Day!
We here at Macaroni Kid challenge you to pay it forward on February 17th to as many people as you possibly can! Any good deed will do, and once you start we know that it will be very difficult to stop!
Donate a book, buy a stranger a cup of coffee, purchase a train or bus ticket for the person behind you in line, buy a stranger a lottery ticket, forgive someone who has wronged you, swing cookies by your local fire ...
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National Children's Dental Health MonthBy
As parents we are responsible for the health of our children. That includes their dental health. The World Health Organization considers dental caries (aka cavities) a chronic disease. Yes, you read that right, a disease. On the bright side, cavities are the most preventable disease in the world.
As a practicing dental hygienist, the biggest problem I see is the over-consumption of sweetened beverages. With kids, this is usually in the form of juice. Isn't it typical to see a toddler carrying his sippy cup full of juice all ...
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August 3rd through February 8th
Wednesday, August 3 through Saturday, February 18 - The New Dinosaur Hall
The NHM's new Dinosaur Hall is one of the most extraordinary dinosaur exhibits in the world, and the premier dinosaur experience in the western United States, with more than 300 real fossils and 20 complete dinosaurs and ancient sea creatures. The exhibition is also packed with multi-media statins where you can "excavate" fossils and watch never-before-seen footage of a real dinosaur hunting expedition.
Where: The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd, LA, CA 90007When: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PMWho: AllHow: Tickets and timed entry to the new Dinosaur Hall are available online and also at the door on the day of your visit. While a time slot may appear online as "sold out," a limited number of timed entrance reservations are available that day.Cost: Members FREE. Adults- $12. Youth (13-17) $8. Children (5-12) $5. Children 4 and under FREEFor more info: http://www.nhm.org/site/plan-your-visit or call 213. 763.DINO
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Thursday, February 2 - VIB Hour! at Zimmer Children's Museum
The Zimmer opens its doors exclusively to the under 2 crowd!Tiny tykes and their caregivers can enjoy the museum in a more relaxed setting giving both kids and adults more room to breathe (and crawl and climb). As this hour’s intention is to create a safe, comfortable play space for our youngest visitors, we ask families with older siblings to instead join for regular museum hours at 10am.
Where: Zimmer Museum, 6550 Wilshire Blvd, #101. Los Angeles, CA 90048When: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMWho: Under 2 crowd and adult!How: Just show up!Cost: Adult admission and kids under 2 free!For more info: http://www.zimmermuseum.org/ or call 323.761.8990
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Thursday, February 2 through Tuesday, September 25 - Ecosystems at the California Science Center
Explore the varied ecosystems of land and see and discover how the physical and living worlds connected shaped by the same fundamental ecological principles. Ecosystems invites you to explore environments that range from thw most ordinary and domestic to the most remote and inhospitable. Investigate the gallery's eight Zones, each of which illustrates a different ecological principle.
Where: California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: All ages!How: Just show up or for group reservations call 213.744.2019Cost: FREEFor more info: http://www.californiasciencecenter.org/Exhibits/WorldOfEcology/WorldOfEcology.php or call 323.724.3623
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Thursday, February 2 - LACMA Family Art Class (Los Feliz)
Join us creating special art projects for the entire family. Ages 7+. Class Size limited.
Where: Los Feliz Library, 1874 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027When: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Familes (kids 7+)How: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: Call 323. 913. 4710
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Friday, February 3 - Coping with Preschool Panic
In Los Angeles, choosing a preschool, and being chosen, has come to feel like competitive sport. Parents attack it with the same fervor and intensity as a military general mapping out his next battle plan. The good news is there is absolutely no need for this level of panic. There are many fantastic preschools in the city of Los Angeles. This class will discuss what to think about prior to picking schools to tour, review educational philosophies, discuss what you should look for when you are touring a school and finally highlight some strategies that can help increase your chances of getting into the preschool of your choice.
Where: Pump Station Hollywood, 1248 Vine Street, Hollywood 90038When: 1:00 PMWho: ParentsCost: $25For more info: 323.469.5300
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Sunday, February 5 - California Cool at LACMA
Join us on Sundays for programs designed especially for families.California has it's own unique style- from furniture to Barbie and Ken! Chweck out clean and cool designs in the exhibition California Design to see beachwear, ceramics, jewelry, and even an Airstream aluminum trailer. Then create your own "California look" in artists-led workshops.
Where: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036When: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PMWho: All ages (Children must be accompanied by an adult)How: Just show up.Cost: FREE for members. General admission to the museum for non members. (Adults $10/Seniors & Students 18 and older $5/Children 17 and under FREE)For more info: http://www.lacma.org/programs/familydaysintro.aspx or call 323.857.6000
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Sunday, February 5 - American Indian Culture Days: Stick Ball
Bring the whole family to learn more about American Indian culture with storytelling, music, traditional and contemporary games, hands-on learning carts, museum scavenger hunt, family museum tours, and much more!
Where: The Autry in Griffith ParkWhen: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: ALLHow: Just show up!Cost: Museum Admission Rates Apply/Free for Autry MembersFor more info: www.autry.org
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Sunday, February 5 - Gettin' Spiffy with Miffy
Today is National Weatherperson's Day, and we're forecasting sunny skies and a week of BFF festivies! Beginning today, the Zimmer will be hosting Bring a Friend Free all Week long (2/5-2/10). So bring your BFF, make friendship braceletws, and take pictures for our BFF hall of fame.
Where: Zimmer Museum, 6505 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Museum hours 12:30pm-5pm)Who: AllHow: Just show up!Cost: FREE with Paid AdmissionFor more info: http://www.zimmermuseum.org/visitor_info.htm
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Monday, February 6 - Family Movie Hour
Everyone's invited to watch classic movies and cartoons!
Where: John C. Fremont, 6121 Melrose Ave. LA. CA 90038When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: ALLHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: 323.962.3521
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Wednesday, February 8 - Open Art Studio at Zimmer Musuem
Each week, our studio welcomes young artists to participate in a new project. Drop in anytime the studio is open to create entirely original masterpiece.
Where: The Art Room Zimmer Museum, 6505 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: AllHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: http://www.zimmermuseum.org/visitor_info.htm
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Wednesday, February 8 - LACMA Art Class (Fairfax)
Teacher artists from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art conduct free art classes for children ages 5+. First come, first served.
Where: Fairfax Library Branch, 161 S. Gardner Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: children 5+How: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 323. 936-6191
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February 9th through February 12th
Thursday, February 9 - VIB Hour! at Zimmer Children's Museum
The Zimmer opens its doors exclusively to the under 2 crowd!Tiny tykes and their caregivers can enjoy the museum in a more relaxed setting giving both kids and adults more room to breathe (and crawl and climb). As this hour’s intention is to create a safe, comfortable play space for our youngest visitors, we ask families with older siblings to instead join for regular museum hours at 10am.
Where: Zimmer Museum, 6550 Wilshire Blvd, #101. Los Angeles, CA 90048When: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMWho: Under 2 crowd and adult!How: Just show up!Cost: Adult admission and kids under 2 free!For more info: http://www.zimmermuseum.org/ or call 323.761.8990
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Thursday, February 9 - Valentine's Day Stories and Crafts
Everyone's invited to watch classic movies and cartoons!
Where: John C. Fremont, 6121 Melrose Ave. LA. CA 90038When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: ALLHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: 323.962.3521
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Saturday, February 11 - Pottery Barn Kids: Valentine's Day Doll Tea Party
A special tea-time in celebration of Valentine's Day! Get dressed up and bring your favorite doll or teddy bvear in for an afternoon of refreshments, stories and crafts. RSVP required.
Where: Pottery Barn Kids at The Grove, 189 The Grove Drive, LA,CA 90036When: 3 & 4PMWho: All AgesHow: RESERVE SPOT>Cost: FREEFor more info: Call 323.549.9344
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Sunday, February 12 - California Cool at LACMA
Join us on Sundays for programs designed especially for families.California has it's own unique style- from furniture to Barbie and Ken! Chweck out clean and cool designs in the exhibition California Design to see beachwear, ceramics, jewelry, and even an Airstream aluminum trailer. Then create your own "California look" in artists-led workshops.
Where: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036When: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PMWho: All ages (Children must be accompanied by an adult)How: Just show up.Cost: FREE for members. General admission to the museum for non members. (Adults $10/Seniors & Students 18 and older $5/Children 17 and under FREE)For more info: http://www.lacma.org/programs/familydaysintro.aspx or call 323.857.6000
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Storytimes
FREE Area storytimes at libraries, museums & bookstores
FRIDAY (Feb3rd) MONDAY (Feb 6th)
What: Storytime for all ages
Where: The Boone Children’s Gallery at LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angleles, CA 90036
Time: 2PM For more info: 323.857.6128
What: Baby Toddler Storytime
Where: Frances Howard Goldwyn Library (Hollywood), 1623 N Ivar Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
Time: 4:00pm For more info: 323.856.8260
What: Storytime
Where: Frances Howard Goldwyn Library (Hollywood), 1623 N Ivar Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
Time: 4:30pm For more info: 323.856.8260
SATURDAY (Feb 4th )
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Farmers' Markets
Area farmer markets
Thursdays
Glendale 9:30am to 1:30pm, E Wilson Ave at E Broadway, Glendale 91205
Westwood, 12n-6PM 11011 Constitution Ave, LA, CA 90073
Westwood Village 1pm-7pm, Weyburn Ave & Westwood Blvd, LA 90024
West Hollywood, 2pm to 7 pm, 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood 90069
Saturday
Burbank 8:00am to 12:30pm, N 3rd St and E Orange Grove Ave, Burbank 91502
Sunset Junction, 8am to 12noon, 3700 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles 90026
Santa Monica, 8:30am to 1 pm, Arizona Ave and 3rd St, Santa Monica 90404 ...
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