PRESIDENT’S DAY CELEBRATION

Date(s): 02/16/2015

Day(s): Monday

Time(s): 10:00am – 3:00pm

Address: 40 Presidential Dr. Simi Valley, CA 93065

Phone: (805) 577-4057

Cost: FREE

the Whaddup:

Regardless of of your political slant, go mingle with our Founding Fathers during the 23rd Annual President’s Day Celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum on February 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This celebration includes fun for the entire family, including crafts, musical entertainment, storytelling, and presidential and first lady look-a likes. Hot dogs, pie and other all-American food will be available for purchase.

For more information, to view a complete menu and to make reservations, please visit www.reaganfoundation.org/events.

More info: Website

VALENTINE’S DAY AT THE WAREHOUSE

Amusement Parks & Arcades in San Fernando Valley

Date(s): 02/14/2015

Day(s): Saturday

Time(s): 9am-4pm

Address: 21817 Plummer st 91311

Cost: FREE

Did you know this place is like heaven for adults? All the games you played when you were a kid, like PAC man, Tetris, street fighter, etc. They have vintage arcade here too. On Saturdays.. They turn on all the machine and it’s free to play. It is awesome to keep hitting the continue button and you never die. Awesome! It’s like candy land but for arcade.

More info: Website

SKIRBALL PLAYDATE: MILDRED’S PURSE

Museums in Los Angeles

Date(s): 02/15/2015

Day(s): Sunday

Time(s): 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Address: 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, 90049

Phone: (310) 440-4500

Cost: $10-$15

Ages 3 ½–5; children must be accompanied by an adult and vice versa

Limited space | Advance registration recommended

REGISTER NOW: (877) SCC-4TIX, skirball.org, or on site

the Whaddup:

It’s happened again! Just as in our popular playdate this past November, absentminded actress Mildred has misplaced important items from her purse. In this gallery-based adventure, inspired by the exhibition Light & Noir: Exiles and Émigrés in Hollywood, 1933–1950, young detectives will make a mystery-solving hat, gather clues, and try to crack the case of what happened to the objects in Mildred’s purse.

More Info: Website

El Capitan – “Lady and the Tramp”

when: Feb 13 – Feb 19 at Various times

where: Hollywood, El Capitan Theatre, 6838 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca

cost: $10-$13

ages: 3 & up

the Whaddup:

Grab the family and take them to see a super sweet and romantic movie just in time for Valentine’s Day, only showing at the El Capitan Theatre. This is one of those classic Disney films, where the cute, classy “Lady” cocker spaniel escapes from her confining owner and falls for an alley dog, known as the “Tramp”, who rescues her from some mean dogs out on the streets.

more info: visit website

Fresh Beat Band Live in Concert

when: Feb 15 at 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

where: Downtown, The Shrine Auditorium, 665 W Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca

cost: $23.50- $65.00

ages: 2-8

the Whaddup:

The Fresh Beat Band is  pop quartet of kids and the stars of their own Nick Jr. television series. They play loads of their original tunes, like “Great Day,” “Here We Go,” “A Friend Like You,” and “Just Like a Rockstar,” all included on their first album, 2011’s The Fresh Beat Band: Music from the Hit TV Show.

more info: Website

Oscar Goes Outdoors

when: Feb 15 at 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

where: Paramount Ranch, 2903 Cornell Rd., Agoura Hills

cost: Free

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

The Oscars are about movies, not about box office or what celeb is in the news. Grab the family and explore Paramount Ranch, named after the film studio, and head out for an easy-paced film history. You’ll discover behind-the-scenes secrets that turn a dusty set into a realistic town.

More info: Website

Junior Chef: Kids Cooking Class “Stir-Frying” Your local Williams-Sonoma

Saturday, February 14

Where: Sherman Oaks Fashion Square

When: 10:00 AM

Who: 9-13

How: Class size is limited – call your local store to register.

Cost: FREE

the Whaddup:

Head to William Sonoma to see how fun and easy cooking can be: Learn to make delicious recipes, from main courses to desserts and snacks, with plenty of tasting along the way.

Stir up some delicious fun at the next class in our 52 New Foods series! Together we’ll make Stir-Fried Chicken with Bok Choy.

More info: Website

Pan for Gold@The Autry

Saturday, February 14 through Sunday, February 15

Where: Autry National Center 4700 Western Heritage Way , Los Angeles CA 90027

When: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Who: Everyone

How: Just Show up

Cost: Free with paid admission – Adults $10, Children 3-12 $4, under 3 free

the Whaddup:

Head back to the days of yesteryear, when a fortune could be made by someone willing to risk it all with a pan and a stream and a lot of hard work. I for one have always thought this was an interesting life choice, you can test it out here at The Autry for the price of admission to the museum.

For more info: Event Info

Free Entrance Day in the National Parks

Saturday, February 14 through Monday, February 16

When: n/a

Who: Everyone

How: Just Show Up

Cost: FREE

the Whaddup:

America’s Best Idea — the national parks — is even better when it’s free! Enjoy free admission all weekend thru presiden’t Day!

More info: Website

What Would You Do, If You Were President?

when: Feb 15 at 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

where: Zimmer Children’s Museum, 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

cost: $7

ages: 2-8

the Whaddup:

Today at the Zimmer Museum you can get ready for President’s Day by taking part in President themed arts and crafts fun.  Pass laws with your signature and be the face of a new coin! By the way, what would you do if you were President?

more info:  Website

Dance and Play at Giggles N’ Hugs   

when: Feb 13 at 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

where: Giggles N Hugs, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca

cost: $5-$9

ages: 1-8

the Whaddup:

It’s time for a DJ Dance Party w/Jitterbug Jake.  Play and stay for dinner too – it’s an easy fun family night out.

More info: Website

Love in the Gardens

when: Feb 14 at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

where: Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Canada Flintridge, Ca

cost: $4-$9

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

Love is in the air! Join a walk through beautiful flower gardens and make some memories in the photo booth. Then catch California Shakespeare Ensemble’s special Valentine’s Day production; take a stroll through the Gardens’ most beautiful spots where the players will perform some of Shakespeare’s love scenes.

More info: visit website

Arrr Me Hearties, High Adventure with the Story Pirates    

when: Feb 14 at 11 a.m.

where: Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., Los Angeles, Ca

cost: $13

ages: 3-12

the Whaddup:

While many children’s theater troupes tell stories to kids, the Geffen Playhouse Story Pirates believe that every kiddo has a story to tell — starting with yours! The process begins by collecting stories from local kids — whether it’s a world where cats can fly or a rock opera about fuzzy alien tickle monsters, the Pirates will turn any short story into a hilarious sketch comedy musical. Described as “Monty Python meets Schoolhouse Rock,” this show is different every week.

More info: Website

Have a “Whale of a Weekend” at the Aquarium

when: Feb 14 – Feb 15 at 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

where: Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, 1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, Ca

cost: $5 Adults, Kids Free

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

So what if it’s actually the year of the sheep? Anyone with their eyes on the ocean know it’s been a great year for whale watching. Heal the Bay’s Santa Monica Pier Aquarium is hosting “Whale of a Weekend” to celebrate the annual migration of the Pacific gray whale. Last year whales were spotted off the West end of the Pier during this celebration; this year naturalists will be out there with binoculars and field guides to share and help little ones spot the whales.

Kids can feel the heft of a whale rib, check out bristly baleen and try on a layer of (simulated) whale blubber for warmth.  Then they can have their faces painted and make a whale visor to take home, too.

more info: visit website

Bring on the Haggis! It’s ScotsFest

when: Feb 14 – Feb 15 at 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

where:Long Beach, The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, Ca

cost: $9-$26

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

Head down to Long Beach to celebrate the Scottish heritage of the Queen Mary. Try a taste of haggis!

Activities Include:

*Highland and Country Dancing

*Kidzone with face painting,bouncy castle and Scottish-themed fun

*Music

*Historical Reenactments

*Authentic Scottish Foods (and Ales & Whiskeys)

*A Colorful Grand Parade with the massed pipes and drums, clans, and more

*Sheepdog Herding Demonstrations – A demonstration of sheep herding by Boarder Collies and other breeds. This is a must-see event and a wonderful opportunity for the wee ones to pet the dogs and sheep.

Kids under 5 are free!

more info: Website

Sweetheart Picture Holder

Lowe’s Build and Grow Workshop

Saturday, February 14

Stay tuned for Lowe’s clinic line up soon! Be sure to check back in the coming weeks to see all the awesome kits!

Where: Lowes, 2000 W Empire Ave, Burbank, CA 91504′

When: 10:00 AM

Who: Ages 5 and up

How: Register online

Cost: Free

the Whaddup:

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Bring your child to Lowe’s and they can build this Sweetheart Picture Holder!

Coming Soon –

The LA Boat Show