Saturday Morning Storytime @ Barne’s & Noble Bookstar-Studio City

Where: Barnes & Noble Bookstar , 12136 Ventura Blvd. , Studio City
When:  Saturday, January 30 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Who: You and your little ones
How: Just show up
Cost: Free

the Whaddup:

Come join us as Lindy delights the young ones at Saturday Morning Storytime. Every Saturday, rain or shine, at 10:30 am.
more info: website

Get Trucking To the Monster Jam Trucks

when: Jan 30 at 2 or 7 p.m.

where: Angel Stadium, 2000 Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, Ca

how much: $10 & up

who: All Ages

the Whaddup:

Kids love trucks. Big trucks. Monster trucks. So take them to see a massive collection of the world’s best monster trucks battling it out in the ultimate event of high-octane speed, racing and destruction! One of the most popular touring family entertainment sporting events in the world, the Monster Jam is a high-flying, car-crushing explosive event of demolition, speed and powerful stunts with the world’s best monster trucks and drivers whose skills provide an awesome spectacle dirt-flying, high-energy fun.

more info: website

Junior Chef: Kids Cooking Class “Apple Snacks!” @ Williams-Sonoma Sherman Oaks

Where: Sherman Oaks Fashion Square 14006 Riverside Drive Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Suitable for ages 5-13
How: Call (818) 906-2787 to make a reservation
Cost: Free!

the Whaddup:

Saturday, January 30
Hey, kids! We can show you 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. This week: Who doesn’t love an apple! In this class we’ll transform apples into awesome snacks and treats that you and your family will love. Suitable for ages 5–13.
more info: website

Dine L.A. Restaurant Week

Where: Participating restaurants
When: n/a
Who: Everyone
How: Visit website for details
Cost: Three course lunches from $15, and three course dinners start at $30.
Wednesday, January 20 through Sunday, January 31

the Whaddup:

DineL.A. Restaurant Week is a 14-day dining event that takes place in over 300 restaurants throughout L.A. county, offering specially priced lunch and dinner menus. This season, dineL.A. is partnering with OpenTable to donate $1 of every seated reservation that’s booked through our website to The Midnight Mission, a vital nonprofit organization that provides food, shelter and essential aid to those experiencing homelessness throughout the city. Make your reservation today and help support this worthy cause.

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Museums Free-For-All

when: Jan 30

where: Various Musuems, Los Angeles, Ca

cost: Free

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

It’s the 11th annual ‘Museums Free-For-All’ weekend, when a host of the coolest museums in the world (right here in our backyard) open their doors wide and invite visitors free of charge. The museums run the gamut of art, cultural heritage, natural history, and science.

Here’s a list of some of the participating museums:
The Annenberg Space for Photography, The Broad Museum, CAFAM, JANM, The Hammer Museum, The Getty Center, The Getty Villa, LACMA, The Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum of Latin American Art, Page Museum, The Autry, Paley Center, Pasadena Museum of California Art, Skirball Cultural Center, and more!

Be sure to check listings for which days a museum is participating, and if timed ticket reservations are required.

more info: website

A Night On Broadway

when: Jan 30 at 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

where: Downtown , Broadway , 3rd to 11st Streets, Los Angeles, Ca

how much: free

who: everyone

the Whaddup:
Start at the five story ferris wheel at 5th and Broadway, giving everyone a beautiful view of downtown Los Angeles. Night on Broadway will also feature a festival stage area, and will reopen many of its historic theatres to the public. Each theatre and city block is curated with art, performances, and live entertainment with an entire city block to entertainment for kids. This street will feature musical performances by young rockers in their own bands, autograph signings by celebrity guests, face painting, karaoke, robot games, student-made artwork, and even exotic wildlife rescued by STAR Eco Station.
Two Bit Circus is also here, presenting a space where interactive engineering intersects with technology and spectacle, using robotics, lasers, arcade games, and wearable technology to present art and science. Rock out, learn, see the city and have fun on Broadway!

more info: website

Rockin’ at the Roller Derby

when: Jan 30

where: Dolloseum, 4900 Alhambra Ave., Los Angeles, Ca

how much: $10 & up

who: 4 & up

the Whaddup:

Want to do something a little different this weekend? How about heading over to the Doll’s new venue for a brawl?

The Dolls are Southern California’s premier all-female, banked track roller derby league. Cheer on Darla Daredevil or Jackie Nimble, and watch some serious girl power!

more info: website

“Mutti Gras” for Pets and Kids

when: Jan 30 at Various times

where: Mid-City, Original Farmers Market, 6333 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, Ca

how much: Free

who: everyone

the Whaddup:

Every year the Market hosts the coolest Mardi Gras party this side of Bourbon Street. With outstanding Cajun bands (including Lisa Haley & the Zydekats, T-Lou & His Super Hot Zydeco Band and others) crafts jesters and many shops, including the award-winning Gumbo Pot, offer great New Orleans style cuisine.

And don’t forget the fabulous and fun costumed “Mutti Gras Pet Parade & Costume Contest” on Sunday.

Check the website for schedule of events.

more info: website