-Weekend-Whaddup- Mother’s Day Weekend – May 8-9-10 9
Friday Night Jazz at LACMA
when: Fridays through October
where: Miracle Mile, LACMA, 5900 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca
how much: Free
who: All Ages
the whaddup:
There’s a lot to like about LACMA… great art and a beautiful building… even more when you consider you can bring some hot chocolate for the kids (or the kid in you) and blankets and chairs, while you lounge on the grass and listen to jazz… each and every Friday from April 18th through the end of October. What’s better than jazz? Free jazz.
Bring the kids early to snag seats and give them room to run around Hancock Park, roll down hills, and explore before the concert. Check them before you stick them back in the car, the tar seeps through the grass and isn’t easy to get off upholstery.
The museum is free to all Los Angeles County residents after 5 p.m. on Fridays (and Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays).
more info: website
LAFD Annual Pancake Breakfast
when: May 9 at 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
where: Around town at Various Stations (Station 86 is local)
how much: $3-$5
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
Kids love firemen (persons). Well, I think everyone does. There’s something about the shiny red trucks and the whole I’m going to run into a burning building to save people attitude, that people like. Coming up tomorrow it’s “Fire Service Day,” (the 9th year)! Head to your local station and meet and thank all your local heroes (they’ll happily give you a tour and let little ones sit in the trucks, as long as they’re not called out to an emergency). Or you can celebrate the day with pancakes…
If you want the history, you’ll want to visit the granddaddy of all the LAFD fire stations and head to the LAFD Museum, 1355 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca
Each and every year the LAFD Historical Society helps the Los Angeles Fire Department celebrate “Fire Service Day” with a pancake breakfast. Prepared by active and retired firefighters, these pancakes are the best. If pancakes aren’t your thing, there are eggs and sausage, coffee, hot chocolate, and other goodies. Sit in the plaza outside the LAFD Museum and share a delightful meal with your neighbors, active firefighters from Fire Station 27, and community leaders. Then tour the Fire Museum, and visit the Hollywood Station right next door.
more info: website
Silverlake Flea
when: Saturday, May 9, 2015!
where: 1511 Micheltorena St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
how much: that’s up to you
ages: everyone
The Rad live bands start at 1pm sharp.
If you want an alternative to LA’s overpopulated and overpriced flea markets, then look no further than the Silver Lake Art, Craft, and Vintage market, where “alternative” is always on the menu. Indie DIY vendors, super cool local art, and the funkiest food trucks (Kool-Aid pickles, anyone?) gather on the second Saturday of every month to support the local elementary school and LAUSD. The only LA flea market with a free entrance fee and free parking (located behind the school), Silver Lake Art, Craft, and Vintage is held on the playground of Micheltorena Street Elementary School at 1511 Micheltorena (just north of Sunset).
Make a Planter for Mom, Watch Love Grow!
when: May 9 at 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
where: Lowe’s Stores, Multiple Locations, Los Angeles
cost: Free
ages: 3-8
the Whaddup:
Every Saturday all Lowe’s Stores host a Build and Grow clinic for kids. This Saturday, kids will love making a Mother’s Day planter almost as much as you’ll like receiving it Sunday! Register at your local store to take part.
more info: website
Celebrate Santa Monica
when: May 9 at 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
where: Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
The Santa Monica Festival showcases sustainable living and culture through an array of free, family-friendly activities and performances, including art workshops, music and dance performances, cooking demonstrations, fitness classes, and more that reflect the culture and diversity of this unique beach city.
This year the music will range from Americana rock and soul to Mexican folk music and Hawaiian dance with Mariachi Divas, Angelou, and Halau Keali’i O Nalani. There will also be a drumline group, and workshops for all ages on how to sew, make pickles and even build a cardboard boat.
Free admission, parking and bike valet.
more info: website
the Renaissance Pleasure Faire
when: Weekends through May 18
where: Renaissance Pleasure Faire, 15501 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale, Ca
how much: $15-$28
who: everyone
the Whaddup:
It’s time for the Renaissance Pleasure Faire! The Master of the Revels at this Faire. Those of fewer summers shall have opportunity to create beautiful crafts, have great fun with games & rides, be entertained with fabulous stage shows, and be knighted by the King at the children’s knighting ceremony!
Admission to the original Renaissance Faire includes all entertainment: the Joust, 4 parades, over 2,000 performers, music, dance, interactive living history exhibits, craft demonstrations and the battle pageant. Select lessons, activities and pageants for children are also included. Bring the whole family! (Kids under 4 are free, and be sure to check the website for discounts and savings.) Each weekend has a different theme, from Easter to Pirates to Fairies to Beer, so check to see which appeals to your family the most.
more info:
visit website
Circus Vargas presents “ArleQuin”
when: Various times (check website below for info)
where: Circus Vargas Big Top, 777 N. Front St., Burbank
cost: $15-$70, kids under 2 free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
Get ready for the ultimate entertainment extravaganza for all ages, where the magic begins and the heart-pounding, death-defying action takes place. It’s awe-inspiring excitement, all under the Circus Vargas big top… where aerialists, acrobats, clowns and the ballyhoo of nostalgic Americana engulf you from the magical moment.
Be sure to come 30 minutes early for an interactive pre-show where your kids create their own magic center ring.
more info: website
Polo Match at Will Rogers
when: May 9 at Various times
where: Will Rogers State Park, 1501 Will Rogers State Park Rd., Pacific Palisades, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
Have your kids ever seen the “Game of Kings” played live? It’s majestic and relaxing to lounge on a blanket with a picnic brunch or lunch and watch horses pound up and down the field right before you. (Players often let the kids on the field between matches to meet the horses.) Learn a little bit about polo, watch a match and then hike the park or tour Will Rogers old house (he was a huge horse and polo fan).
Matches are free and open to the public all summer. There are matches most Saturdays from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
more info: website
Forks Up! Pancake Breakfast
when: May 9 at 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
where: Burbank Community YMCA, 321 E. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, Ca
cost: $5, kids 4 & under free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
The 51st annual Burbank Community YMCA Pancake Breakfast, a fundraiser for youth programs at the Y is just $5 per person, and includes pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice and coffee.Today is also National Fire Service Day and the Burbank Fire Department, just down the street (Orange Grove Avenue & Third Street), hosts its annual open house, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (free to the public). Take the kids to learn about fire safety, get a rare behind-the-scenes look at day-to-day firehouse operations, enjoy other fun activities and (before or after your firehouse visit) enjoy the YMCA Pancake Breakfast.
more info: website
Mama Gets in Free & Everyone Else
when: May 10 at 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
where: Miracle Mile, Zimmer Children’s Musuem, 6505 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Ca
how much: Free
ages: All Ages
the Whaddup:
Head to the Zimmer for an afternoon of play. The Zimmer says “Mommies are our favorites, and we want them to know it!” To celebrate Moms, they have a fabulous gift option—a free day for the family at the Zimmer. Kids, bring mom in to play and enjoy a special concert with Birdie’s Playhouse at 3 p.m.
more info: website