Friday, October 15, 2010

Scarium of the Pacific

Trick or Treat at the Aquarium!
Saturday and Sunday, October 23 & 24 9am-5pm

Free for all children under 11 years old in costume with this coupon.

Discover the creatures lurking in the depths of the Scarium of the Pacific -- a spooktacular educational Halloween even for the whole family.

Enjoy special Halloween programs, including the annual children's costume contest, the creepy coloring contest, magic shows, spooky storytelling, kooky crafts, eerie animals in the Great Hall, and much more.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

The LA County Fair!

Farm animals, fried twinkies, and carnival rides, yes.  But the county fair, also, has a California heritage square, doll-making, and moving dinosaurs!

LA County Fair
Pomona
Open Wednesdays-Sundays until October 4
Find various promotions for discounts here.
Under 5 is free!

For directions and more info, click here.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Urban Kids Consignment - Los Alamitos

 http://www.urbankidsconsignment.com/

August 27-29
Friday 10am-7pm
Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-2pm

5300 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos (across from CostCo)

Urban Kids Consignment is a four-day event that takes place in Orange County, California. We will be joining together with local families in the area that would like to sell their high quality children’s items at unbelievable discounts to our shoppers. All of our items are in like new condition yet sell for a fraction of their retail value.

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Garden Concerts at the Getty Center

LOS ANGELES–The J. Paul Getty Museum presents Garden Concerts for Kids this August, a free outdoor music series for kids and their families in the Getty Center's Central Garden featuring some of the best children's musical artists from across the nation.
Garden Concerts for Kids kicks off this summer with Milkshake on August 7 & 8.  Led by alt-pop and rock veterans Lisa Mathews and Mike Gehl, Milkshake is a band on a mission: to create great rock music for kids. Milkshake's lively attitude and lyrically lighthearted songs have won fans of all ages and will get you dancing with their authentic rock-and-roll spirit.
The following weekend, August 14 & 15, Elizabeth Mitchell and Family take you on a joyous musical adventure with vibrant reinterpretations of cherished American folk and rock songs from the new album Sunny Day. Joined by her husband Daniel Littleton and daughter Storey, Mitchell's lovely vocals and breathtaking arrangements bring a fresh sound to the classics we thought we knew so well.
Closing out the season on August 21 & 22, Sarah Lee Guthrie and Family bring charm and heart to their alt-country music for children and families. Accompanied by her husband Johnny Irion and kids, Guthrie continues the song-making tradition forged by her grandfather Woody and father Arlo, presenting thoughtful, playful music inspired by folk traditions, as well as bright new compositions.
The Garden Concerts for Kids are held in the Central Garden at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Drive, from 4-5:30 p.m.   Admission is free, and no reservations are required.  Parking is $15.  For more information visit www.getty.edu or call (310) 440-7300.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

New Boeing Rocket Lab opens at Discovery Science Center

From the Discovery Science Center:
Boeing Rocket Lab: Grand Opening July 2 @ 1:00pm
Blast off with Discovery Science Center as they celebrate the opening of Boeing Rocket Lab- the first exhibit inside the giant cube! Be the first to experience a simulated rocket launch INSIDE the Cube when it opens to the public at 1:00pm. It’s a must-do to kick-off your family's Fourth of July weekend!

It’s out of this world fun at Discovery Science Center’s new, permanent, exhibit, Boeing Rocket Lab. Discover your inner astronaut.  Boeing Rocket Lab is designed for kids (and kids at heart) who love all things space, and want to learn about the science of space, rockets, and engineering.

Activities Include:

Blast Off Zone
Lifted high inside DSC’s giant 8,000-square foot cube hangs a real Delta Rocket RS-68 booster engine – set to simulate its own launch! The Boeing RS-68, developed by Rockedyne in 1995, is a liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen powered rocket engine that is used in the Delta IV launch vehicle family.

Once inside the Cube, look up into the booster engine and press the launch button to trigger the countdown: 3… 2… 1… BLAST OFF! Surrounded by video screens, blasts of fog, and state-of-the-art sound effects, prepare to experience a rocket launch like you never thought possible.

Nozzle Chamber

When a rocket launches, where does the cloud of smoke come from and how does it help the rocket leave the ground? In order to launch, a rocket engine throws a mass of gas out in one direction in order to get a reaction in the opposite direction… up.

In the Nozzle Chamber, experiment with the size of a nozzle opening in a combustion chamber, simulating the acceleration of gases as they leave a rocket. Manipulate the size of the opening to change the force of the gases, thereby increasing or decreasing the thrust of a rocket.

Rocket Fuel Station
At the Rocket Fuel Station, learn about the chemistry behind different kinds of rocket fuels used by the Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL). Find out why the Delta IV RS-68 booster engine uses a mix of liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen – and what happens when they combine.

Then, use your knowledge to answer a series of questions. Each correct answer initiates part of the launch sequence. Can your knowledge carry you all the way through to blast off?

Rocket Launch Station
Now that you’ve fueled up, time for the launch! At the Rocket Launch Station, launch your imagination to new heights as you learn about propulsion and launch compressed air and water rockets on a controlled path.

Experiment with the rockets to discover the optimal ratio of water to air and compete against one another to see whose rocket can launch the highest! Watch out... you may get wet!

Sunday, June 27, 2010

4th of July shows!

Celebrate the 4th at these local firework displays. All fireworks begin at 9pm.

Queen Mary
view from any shoreline in Long Beach or San Pedro

Veteran's Stadium
5000 Lew Davis Drive, Long Beach
$10 adults, $7 kids (5-11) and seniors, under 5 free
Buy tickets until 5pm on July 4 at LB Fire Station #19, 3559 Clark Ave. or at the stadium after 4:30pm
Demonstration by the LB Police K-9 and Helicopter divisions
Live band
No ice chests/coolers allowed
Gates open at 5pm, entertainment starts at 6pm
Parking $5

Joint Forces Training Base
11200 Lexington Dr., Los Alamitos
Gates open at 4pm
Free admission and parking
Adults must show ID/children without ID must be with parents
Arrive by 7:30pm to gain entry
Food court, vendor fair, kids fun zone
Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged
No alcohol, dogs, fireworks, or motor homes

Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Celebrate Independence Day with the red, white, and blue fish at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Families will be able to witness the ambiance of the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the City of Long Beach fireworks display. 
The Aquarium will be open until 10:00 p.m. with admission for everyone just $11.95 after 5:00 p.m.
For an additional cost, enjoy a buffet BBQ on the Front Lawn from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Please note that seating for the BBQ is limited and advance reservations are strongly recommended. (562) 590-3100, ext. 0

Harbor Cruise
100 Aquarium Way Dock #2
562.432.4900 
Join Harbor Breeze Cruises for a spectacular fireworks display from the water
in beautiful Rainbow Harbor

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Twilight Trilogy at the Pike

I know alot of moms like these movies.  Put the kids to bed and stay out all night with your favorite vampire (or werewolf)!
 
The Twilight Trilogy
One night only, Tuesday, June 29th, see all 3 films for one price at Cinemark Movie Theatres!  Twilight at 7:15pm, New Moon at 9:30pm and Eclipse at 12:01am!!!