FREE Activities for Kids
Take a Free Train Ride:
Charles H. Wilson Park offers Free Little Train Rides on the first Sunday of the month (except in July) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It's really a nice park and a fun family outing. You might want to bring along a picnic lunch and make a day of it. The park address is: 2200 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, and the trains are located at the southeast end at Washington St.
Free Children's Performances:
Del Amo Mall (Torrance): Thursday mornings (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) at 10:30 a.m. children's performers come to entertain kids between the ages of 2 - 12 years old. It takes place at their International Food Court and there is seating on a large carpet and chairs on the sides and in the rear.
South Bay Galleria (Redondo Beach): Galleria Kids Club takes place monthly (except in January) on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Food Court on the 3rd floor of the mall.
Free Children's Activities:
Manhattan Village Kids Club (Manhattan Beach): Takes place Thursdays just north of the center court area. The first Thursday of the month from 11 a.m to noon consists of interactive play and a sensory based workshop sponsored by Wondernation. The second Thursday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. consists of arts and crafts activities sponsored by the Children's Museum of Los Angeles. The third Thursday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Star Eco Station sponsors a program about ecology, environmentalism, and exotic wild life. Finally, the fourth Thursday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Adventure Plex provides play activities for the kids.
Avenue of the Peninsula (Rolling Hills Estates): Camp Adventure takes place the first Tuesday of the month from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. They are located on Level 1 at the inside area near Ruby's Diner and the skating rink.
Free Indoor Play Areas:
Ikea: They are a very family-friendly store. You can either opt to have your kids come along with you while you browse the store (they have several children's play areas located throughout) or you can leave the kids at one large supervised play area located near the store entrance. Ikea is located at: 20700 S. Avalon Blvd., Carson, CA 90746.
Westside Pavilion: Their children's play area is composed of several large replicas of food that kids climb on. They are located at: 10800 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064. You might want to check out the new Landmark Theater while you're there!
Washington Mutual: The branch located at 700 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 has a small play area filled with books and a few toys. It's really a great idea, mom and dad can get some banking accomplished and the kids have a good time, too!
Free Museum Days:
California Science Center:
Craft and Folk Art Museum: 5814 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Free admission the first Wednesday of the month. http://www.cafam.org/
Fowler
Geffen Contemporary at MOCA: 152 North Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90013. Free admission Thursday nights from 5-8 p.m. http://www.moca.org/museum/visit_home.php
Getty Center: 1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90049. Free admission daily (closed on Mondays and major holidays), but parking is $8. http://www.getty.edu/
Getty Villa:
Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens:
Japanese American National Museum: 369 First St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. Free admission every Thursday night from 5-8 p.m. and every third Thursday of the month. http://www.janm.org/
Kidspace Children’s Museum:
Long Beach Museum of Art: 2300 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90803. Free admission every Friday. http://www.lbma.org/
Los Angeles County Museum of Art:
Museum of
Natural
Norton
Pacific Asia Museum: 46 N. Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101. Free admission every fourth Friday of the month. http://www.pacificasiamuseum.org/
Pacific Design Center: 8687 Melrose Ave., West Hollywood, CA 90069. Free admission daily (closed Mondays and major holidays). http://www.moca.org/
Page Museum at La Brea Tar Pits: 5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036. Free admission the first Tuesday of the month. http://www.tarpits.org/
Take a Free Class:
Free Classes
Go to the park or take a hike/walk:
Parks and Community Pools
Hiking Trails and Walking Paths
Written by: South Bay Mom
How about mentioning some of the museums and aquariums that we have here in the South Bay?
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Fantastic idea!!! Look for it soon!!!
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Do you have any suggestions how to save some money taking a family of five to the movies?
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Yes, I do: Redondo Beach Cinema 3 located at 1509 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA 90278. We've nicknamed it, "the $3 theater." It's far from luxurious and the movies they show have been out in theaters for a little while, but it's quite a savings compared to our other local theaters. If you're anxious and can't wait that long to see a movie, why not try Costco? They have discounted movie tickets available. Or, if you work for a large corporation check with Human Resources, many companies sell discounted movie tickets to employees. Finally, for those of you who are early risers AMC theaters (located at South Bay Galleria, Del Amo Mall, and Rolling Hills) charge $6 per tickets for movies starting before noon.
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AAA offers discounted movie tickets, when purchased online. I bought Regal Cinemas/United Artists for $20 for a four pack.
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Great info...for those of you who are members of the Automobile Club of Southern California they have some awesome online savings on Regal, Edwards, and United Artists movie tickets. You can go on their website and look under discounts and then scroll down to "R" for Regal or use this link: http://www.aaa-calif.com/discounts/events.aspx
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I just bought a 2008 Entertainment Book and there are tons of $6 coupons for Regal Theaters (located in Rolling Hills) and Pacific Theaters (El Segundo and Manhattan Beach)! I just love this book! Get your 2008 Entertainment Book for only $9.99! Discounts on dining, hotels, and fun!
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Don't forget...grandparents are free at the Zimmer Museum.
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That's true...thank you! Yes, grandparents are FREE at the Zimmer Children's Museum when accompanied by a grandchild. The Zimmer Children's Museum is located at 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90048. My family really loves this museum...it is very interactive and a great space for imagination and exploration.
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I saw your link on C.L. and I love it! so many goodies availible, I wish that I knew how to make a similiar for we moms that reside further north of L.A.(there's just not a whole lot of free?easy on the pockets activities in Ventura.
keep up the good work!
Thanks for posting my subject
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So glad to hear from you, Ventura Mom. I know Ventura is a very expensive area to live so a site similar to this one is in the works. I'm just in the process of hunting down some good bargains for you Ventura families. Hope you'll be one of our first readers! Will let you know when we're up and running.
Sincerely, South Bay Mom
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Is the Adventure Plex in MB?
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Yes, Adventure Plex is in Manattan Beach. It is a great place for kids to play, climb and have fun! The food there is not so bad, it's actually very good! One other thing I'd like to mention is that they have classes for children at Adventure Plex. The classes are very affordable as part of the tuition is subsidized by the State of California.
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Youth in and Around San Pedro
Hello,
If you are a parent, a teen or someone concerned about opportunities for youth you may be interested in a new and exciting, low-cost opportunity for South Bay area youth to gain experience in the performing arts.
In partnership with the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, our theatre company – The Relevant Stage presents TRS Youthorizons Performing Arts Summer Camp.
• 4 weeks of intensive musical theatre classes (Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Training in acting, singing and dancing for beginners and experienced students
• Camp ends in productions of Disney’s High School Musical, performed by the camp for the public.
The camp takes place in San Pedro in two locations that are one block from each other: the Croatian Cultural Center and Warner Grand Theatre. Most classes and all performances will be at the Theatre.
Please communicate this opportunity to others whom you think it may interest. Deadline for registration is coming up soon: June 24. Camp begins June 30 and ends with two performances on July 27.
The cost for this camp is much less that any other similar program. Only $350 for over 140 hours of focused instruction. This camp is designed primarily for 11 to 18 year-olds, but some exceptions can be made, particularly with siblings who wish to enroll together.
10 scholarships are also available based on financial need.
All forms and more information can be found at www.therelevantstage.com.
Registration can be made by phone at (310) 929-8129 or in person at Williams’ Book Store on 6th street in Downtown San Pedro. 50% of tuition is payable at the time of registration with the balance due on the first day of class.
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by!
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Ray Buffer
Artistic Director
The Relevant Stage Theatre Company
at San Pedro's Warner Grand Theatre
T: 310/929.8129
Office: 600 S. Pacific Avenue, #220 | San Pedro, CA 90731
Venue: 478 W. 6th Street | San Pedro, CA 90731
Coming Next:
DISNEY'S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL (JULY 27 ONLY)
URINETOWN THE MUSICAL (JULY 31 - AUGUST 10)
BAT BOY THE MUSICAL (OCTOBER 9 TO 19)
REINVENTING EDEN (DECEMBER 4 - 7)
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