-Weekend-Whaddup! July 17, 18, 19
Wee Rock! Kids Music Festival
when: Jul 18 – 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
where: The Americana at Brand – 889 Americana Way – Glendale, Ca
how much: $10 (some activities sold separately)
who: everyone
the Whaddup:
Wee Rock! So, this Kid’s Music Festival has live music performances by LA’s favorite kids bands. I didn’t know there was such a thing, but let’s go with that. Plus: design a t-shirt, food & treats, there’s a photo booth, the ever popular glitter tattoo, and more. The little ones do love the crafty stuff!
Kids under three get in free with the donation of a coloring book and/or crayons. 50% of the proceeds from the event will benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
more info: website
Kids Cooking Class “Smoothies and Snacks”
Where: Sherman Oaks Fashion Square Williams-Sonoma Sherman Oaks
When: Saturday, July 1810:00 AM
Who: Suitable for ages 5-13
Cost: Free!
the Whaddup:
Looking for fun snacks to make in the Vitamix? This class is for you! You’ll learn how to make the perfect hummus, sorbet, a purple smoothie, and more! Suitable for ages 8-13. Call (818) 906-2787 to make a reservation
For more info: website
World Music for Kids @ The Hollywood Bowl
Where: Hollywood Bowl Museum patio
When:
Monday, July 20 through Friday, July 24
Who: everyone
How: Select the 10am Music Performance with 11:15am Art Workshop or 11:15am Music Performance with 10am Art Workshop.Music performances and art workshops each run 40-45 minutes.
Cost: $16 per person (age 2 and up) / $13 per person when purchasing all four programs*
SummerSounds is a fun-filled, four-week series of lively concerts combined with art workshops. Join our dynamic hosts as they lead you on a journey to discover music, dance and art from cultures around the world.Situated in the intimate setting of the Hollywood Bowl Museum patio, SummerSounds features four different programs, each highlighting a distinct music tradition – a new show every week! Two performances daily.This week: Explore the rich history of the Pacific Islands through enchanting and diverse music and dance. Learn about the deep-rooted and powerful tradition of storytelling through song, drumming, and dance that are a staple of Polynesian cultures with Hālau Ka Ua Tuahine.
For more info: website
Sherman Oaks Galleria Kids Club
Where: Sherman Oaks Galleria
When: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Who: everyone
how much: Free, Plus free all day parking validation!
the Whaddup:
Like For Sure/It’s Rad (I was there, I say it with love)
Sherman Oaks Galleria celebrates its sixth season of Kids Club summer fun with an expanded schedule! Free performances by the best children’s entertainers beginning Saturday June 2 through August 22. We’ll be featuring shows that include magic, music, puppets and much more. We’ll also be visited by special community guests like the Sherman Oaks Library. Kids Club is always free. Parking is also free (bring your ticket to the show), and we have a raffle after every show. Plus, watch the show under shady canopies!
For more info: website
Fun with Grunion
when: Jul 17 at 9 p.m.
where: Beach Cities, Cabrillo Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, Ca
how much: $1-$5
who: everyone
the Whaddup:
Spend a night sitting on Southern California’s sandy shore waiting for the “grunion run.” Grunion are small sardine-size fish of the silversides family, which are among the few species of fish that actually come ashore to lay their eggs on sandy beaches. They are found from Southern California south to Baja California and arrive at night after the high tide around the new moon and full moon. Cabrillo Beach is one of the better places to observe the fish. Watch the silvery fish come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and growth of this curious fish.
The Aquarium opens at 8 p.m. and an auditorium program begins at 9 p.m., followed by guided observation at the beach. Warm clothing and a flashlight are recommended.
more info: website
Ice Cream!
when: Jul 19 at 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
where: Miracle Mile, Zimmer Children’s Museum, 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
how much: $7
who: 2-8
the Whaddup:
Today is National Ice Cream Day! Celebrate at the Zimmer Children’s Museum and experiment with ice cold water color painting and more ice cream themed art and craft activities!
more info: website
The O.C. Fair Turns 125!
when: Weds-Sun through Aug 16
where: OC Fairgrounds, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, Ca
cost: $7-$12; kids under 6 free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
The Orange County Fair provides extra family entertainment this year to celebrate its 125th anniversary! Entertainment includes rides, exhibits, animals, free music, as well as the popular Pacific Amphitheatre Summer Concert Series (with concerts by Willie Nelson, The Band Perry, Huey Lewis, Echo and the Bunnymen, The B-52s and more), the Action Sports Arena, and of course, plenty of food.
Speaking of food… The O.C. Fair is the one place on earth where everything comes fried! Brownies, Oreos, Klondike ice cream bars, avocados, bacon, Kool-Aid and even butter all get the deep fried treatment.
The Fairgrounds are open Wednesday – Friday from noon to midnight; Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. – midnight. Kids under 6 are free. Go ahead and check the website for the daily specials and promotions on the day you plan to go.
more info: website