Christian Nursery School Garage Sale!

Looking for clothes, toys, books and whatnot for your little ones, or want to drop something off for them to sell at their garage sale tomorrow (funds go to the classrooms and this great neighborhood school)

At the Corner of Colfax and Moorpark.

Sale is Saturday February 21, 8-10am.

It’s A Winter Sky Party           

when: Feb 21 at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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

cost: Free

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

So if you don’t know this about me, I like the sky. It’s like an old friend, it’s always there but it won’t pick you up at the airport. Spend an evening under the starry sky with astronomy professors and park rangers for a star party!  There will be an astronomy presentation, constellation tours, kids’ activities and plenty of telescopes to check out the moon, Jupiter, the Orion Nebula and beyond.  Don’t forget your flashlights!  For more info call 805-370-2301.

more info: visit website

Autry Explorers: Family Dance Jam at the Autry

When: Sunday, February 22, 2015, 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Where: The Autry in Griffith Park

Who: Families/Kids

How Much: Included With Museum Admission / Free for Autry Members

the Whaddup:

Join Family Dance Jam for a different kind of hoedown—back by popular demand! As the DJ spins global grooves, a team of dancers leads lively dance games for families to enjoy together. Be a train, form a bridge, and line up for a modern twist on the Virginia Reel.

Fun for ages 2–8.

Presented in collaboration with Family Dance Jam, an inter-generational movement workshop for families.

more info: AUTRY EXPLORERS

Nothin’ But Sand Beach Clean-Up

when: Feb 21 at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

where: Westside, Will Rogers State Beach, 15800 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades

cost: Free

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

We use the beach all year long – shouldn’t we teach our kids to help take care of it? Join Heal the Bay’s monthly “Nothin’ But Sand” cleanup, this month at Will Rogers State Beach.

Some handy tips, if you’re planning to attend:

• Bring cash if you plan to park in the lot (there is no discounted parking) or come early to find street parking.
• Volunteers must be 13 years old OR be accompanied by an adult.
• Bags and gloves will be provided, but if you’ve got reusable garden gloves and bucket, please bring them.
• Cleaning up is thirsty work: bring reusable water bottles. Water is available at all cleanups.

more info: visit website

The Golden Dragon Parade                   

when: Feb 21 at 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

where:         Chinatown, Chinatown, Hill Street at Temple, Los Angeles, Ca

cost: Free

ages: All Ages

the Whaddup:

Get ready for one of the largest Chinese New Year celebrations in the country as Los Angeles Chinatown kicks off the Year of the Horse in a big way. The whole weekend is full of fun activities for all ages, beginning with the Annual Golden Dragon Parade. Enjoy hundreds of spectacular floats, decked out cars, dancers and bands as they parade down the heart of Chinatown. The Lunar New Year Festival commences after the parade with cultural performances by some of the nation’s best Chinese acts.

The parade will take place on Saturday from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. along Broadway and Hill Streets.

The festival takes place Saturday from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m

more info: visit website

A Variety Show for Kids

when: Feb 22 at 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

where: Hollywood, Zephyr Theatre, 7456 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles

cost: $8.99-$10

ages: 3 & up

the Whaddup:

Marzo’s new show is a hilarious, enriching, and unforgettable live entertainment spectacle that takes place in a fun nightclub “cabaret” setting. It’s a modern take on a classic format, starring professional acts (such as magicians, ventriloquists, comedians, and more!) in an immersive one-hour experience that no webisode or TV show can match.  This month’s show features a lineup of games, prizes, and talented performers.

more info: visit website

Junior Chef: Kids Cooking Class “Homemade Chicken Fingers” @ Williams-Sonoma Sherman Oaks

Saturday, February 21

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:

Who doesn’t love chicken fingers—crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. Learn how to make chicken fingers that are so tasty, you won’t want to eat out again!

For more info: More Info (818) 906-2787

Dig It! Archaeology Adventures @ Skirball

Saturday, February 21 through Saturday, February 22

Where: Skirball Cultural Center 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049

When: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Who: The whole family

How: Drop in anytime during regular Museum weekend hours, weather permitting only. Last entry at 4:30 p.m.

Cost: Included in Museum Admission

the Whaddup:

There’s so much to see and do at the Skirball’s simulated outdoor archaeological dig and field laboratory! Slip on an archaeologist’s vest, sift and sort through sand to find hidden ancient artifacts, weigh and examine your findings, analyze clues, and work with archaeology staff to piece together the puzzles found in a Near Eastern Iron Age town.

For more info: More Info

Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails @ Discovery Cube Los Angeles

Thursday, February 19 through Sunday, April 26

Where: Discovery Cube Los Angeles 11800 Foothill Blvd. Sylmar,

When: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Check website for daily hours

Who: Everyone

How: Buy tickets online or at the door

Cost: Included in museum admission. $10 / Children Under 2 FREE.

the Whaddup:

Hop on board and discover the engineer within! Travel to the Island of Sodor where imaginations charge full steam ahead in Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails, a hands-on STEM exhibit based on the adventures of everyone’s favorite blue engine, Thomas, his engine friends and the Island of Sodor’s iconic locations: Knapford Station, Sodor Steamworks and much more. Help Thomas and his friends solve a variety of challenges, from simple sorting and shape identification to more complex engineering obstacles.

For more info: More Info

ZOODIAC LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION AT THE LOS ANGELES ZOO

Saturday, February 21 through Sunday, February 22

Where: L.A. Zoo

When: n/a

Who: The whole family

How: Just show up

Cost: Included in Museum Admission

the Whaddup:

With the Chinese New Year upon us, again, (it seems like we just had a new year), there is a whole lot of fun to be had around this colorful and festive celebration. Head downtown to get your New Year on!

Dragon dance parades and shows, Chinese Taiji Quan classes, Kung Fu shows and audience participation classes, lion dance parades and history/culture lecture, and a “LEGEND OF THE DRAGON” show, all by Wushu Shaolin Entertainment.  The weekend festivities, observing the Year of the Sheep, also feature keeper talks and special feedings for animals related to the sheep and goat families, including bighorn sheep (12 noon both days); ibex, a species of wild goat (1 pm both days); gorals, small mammals with a goat-like appearances (2 pm both days); and markhors, a species of wild goat (3 pm both days).

For more info: Youngsters can enjoy making mini Chinese lanterns and a traditional Chinese New Year crafts project called upside-down Fu, which predicts luck, happiness, and prosperity in the immediate future.  Also on hand are food trucks! www.lazoo.org

Books & Breakfast

When: Date(s): 02/22/2015 / Sunday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Address: 16941 Addison Street, Encino, 91316

Cost: Free

the Whaddup:

Books and Breakfast is a book fair featuring over 35 children’s authors doing readings, signings and meeting kids. There is a pancake breakfast in the morning and foods trucks in the afternoon. There will be book related activities that promise to be a lot of fun for kids of all ages.

More Info: Website Link