Los Angeles Events July 1, 2009
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| Concerts 507054 | Aaron Nigel Smith and The FUNdamentals BandEvery Wednesday, the Levitt offers the best children's entertainment around, featuring musicians, storytelling, sing-a-longs, puppeteers, and more. 626.683.3230 http://levittp... onpasadena.org 7/1/09 Ages: 3-18 Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 445010 | Pavilion of WingsFamilies can enter an open (but enclosed) garden environment where more than 30 species of butterflies and moths flutter around freely. Museum staff answer questions. 213.763.DINO http://www.nhm.org Ongoing Daily 4/12/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Adults $3; Students $2; Children (5-12) $1; Museum admission separate |
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| Exhibits 442914 | PictureThis! The Magic of Children's BooksFamilies are invited to see how books are created and enjoy original illustrations by Ventura County's top children's book authors and illustrators. 805.653.0323 http://www.venturamuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 4/4/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: 11am-6pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 499293 | Identify: An Exhibition of YouVisitors can explore how physical, psychological, and social elements create an individual in Identity: An Exhibition of You. The interactive exhibit divides identity into three areas, so that kids can consider the extent to which inherited genes determine physical identity, chemical balances in the brain affect psychological identity, and people around us modify social identity. http://www.csitheexperience.org Ongoing Daily 5/22/09 - 9/8/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 427373 | Lights, Camera, Action: Comic Book Heroes of FilmLights, Camera, Action: Comic Book Heroes of Film and Television is the companion exhibit to the museum's The Superhero: The Golden Age of Comic Books, 1938-1950, exploring the long connection between comic book heroes and the moving image. Highlights include the original 1966 Batcycle from the Batman television series, vintage movie posters, and other TV memorabilia. 310.440.4500 http://www.skirball.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/19/09 - 8/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: Tue-Fri 12n-5pm; Sat-Sun 10am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 421669 | The Superhero: The Golden Age of Comic BooksThe exhibit Zap! Pow! Bam! The Superhero: The Golden Age of Comic Books, 1938-1950 explores the genesis of cultural icons like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and Captain America through vintage artwork, comic books, and interactive installations. 310.440.4500 http://www.skirball.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/19/09 - 8/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: Tue-Fri 12n-5pm; Sat-Sun 10am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 420147 | The Samurai Re-Imagined: From Ukiyo-e to AnimeThe exhibition explores the roots of the popular Japanese art forms of manga (graphic novels) and anime (animation) in the traditional arts of Japan by examining images of the iconic warrior, the samurai. 626.449.2742 ext. 31 http://www.pacificasiamuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon, Tue 2/19/09 - 8/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: Wed-Sun 10am-6pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 414146 | 56th Presidential InaugurationMaster model designers at the park have created the historic scene of Barack Obama taking the Presidential oath of office on the steps of the capitol, along with his family, Joe Biden and his wife, and more than a thousand other mini-figures constructed from Lego bricks. Part of the fun is identifying the characters, which include familiar faces like Oprah, Aretha Franklin, and Senator Feinstein. The scene is on display in Miniland through Memorial Day weekend; note that the park is closed on Inauguration Day, Jan 20. Check the website for a complete event schedule. 760.918.5346 http://www.leg... california.htm Ongoing Daily 1/16/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: Regular park hours Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 503392 | Anime! High Art - Pop CultureThe Academy offers an exhibition in conjunction with the Goethe Institute, celebrating the art of Anime. The multi-media exhibition features nearly 400 cels, clips, and character models from popular series such as Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, and Princess Mononoke. The exhibition is clearly divided by theme, with lots to interest kids and teens, but it should be noted that an adult-only area is included. The show is in the Grand Lobby Gallery and the Fourth Floor Gallery. 310.247.3600 http://oscars.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 6/2/09 - 8/23/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-19 Time: Tue-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun 12n-6pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 351367 | Robots and UsRobots and Us compares today's technical realities with the robots of science fiction fantasy. Visitors can explore the sophisticated technology that underlies automated machines and gain a new appreciation for the multifaceted machine that is the human body. 714.542.2823 jsmith@discoverycube.org http://www.discoverycube.org Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 9/13/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Exhibits 510350 | Smokey Bear & Woodsy Owl: Home Sweet HomeSmokey Bear, Woodsy Owl, and their forest friends share info about protecting the earth - our home sweet home. Kids can learn about the water cycle in The Itsy Bitsy Spider Rain Garden, make eco-friendly choices in the kitchen, and discover how much energy it takes to power a variety of home appliances at the generation station. Visitors can also plant pretend saplings and find out about sorting cans, bottles, paper, and glass for recycling. 714.542.2823 http://www.discoverycube.org Ongoing Daily 6/20/09 - 10/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-12 Time: 10am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Films 513762 | Summer Movie Series: ETThe Americana offers a free screening of ET (PG) for families on the green. 877.897.2097 http://www.americanaatbrand.com 7/1/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: 8pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 496050 | Up (PG)Crotchety balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen fulfills his lifelong dreams of adventure by tying thousands of balloons to his house and flying away to South America - accompanied by an inadvertent stow-away boy scout. The 3-D film is preceded by an all-new stage show, Lighten Up, starring singing, dancing Disney characters. Tickets can be purchased online. 323.467.7674 http://www.elcapitantickets.com Ongoing Daily 5/29/09 - 7/23/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 7-19 Time: 10am, 12:45pm, 4pm, 7pm, 9:40pm; 12:15am (Fri, Sat only) Cost: Adult $16; Child (ages 3-11) $14; VIP $26 |
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| Films 405542 | Sister WendyThe museum presents a 20-minute video by Sister Wendy Beckett, author of more than fifteen books and the host of several BBC television programs about art. Sister Wendy brings the museum's collection alive with her knowledge, unique style of story telling, and endearing wit. 626.449.6840 http://www.nortonsimon.org Ongoing Daily; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: 1:15pm, 3:15pm, & 5:15pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Films 506401 | Movies on the Terrace - Back to the Future (PG)All summer, Westfield invites families to enjoy free outdoor movie screenings on the terrace. 310.772.2109 http://www.wes... om/centurycity 7/1/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 8pm Cost: Free |
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| Films 11067 | Forever HollywoodCelebrate the glamour and the history of movie-making. Hollywood wasn't always the entertainment capital of the world, though. Sharon Stone narrates this 55-minute documentary that tells the story of Old Hollywood through interviews with stars and clips of classic films. 323.461.2020 http://www.egyptiantheatre.com Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/19/01 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: 2pm, 3:30pm Cost: Adults $7; children (under 12) $5 |
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| Holiday Seasonal 514522 | Paley Center 4th of July ScreeningsThe Paley Center for Media celebrates Independence Day with screenings of Liberty! The American Revolution, a six-part Peabody Award-winning PBS miniseries documenting the 25-year period of the Revolutionary War. Quintessential American shows such as The Andy Griffith Show, The Adventures of Superman, Happy Days, and The Mickey Mouse Club are also featured. 310.786.1000 http://www.paleycenter.org Ongoing Daily except Sat 7/1/09 - 7/5/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 9-19 Time: 1pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 502517 | Twilight TalesKids are invited in comfortable jammies to come and listen to stories. 818.548.2051 Ongoing Each Wed 6/10/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-19 Time: 6:30pm-7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 410358 | Preschool Story TimeFairview branch library offers stories for children three to five years old. 310.450.0443 http://www.smpl.org Ongoing Each Wed 6/24/09 - 7/29/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-5 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 515261 | Story Time for TwosFairview branch library offers stories for children two years old. 310.450.0443 http://www.smpl.org Ongoing Each Wed 6/24/09 - 7/29/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-3 Time: 9:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 512855 | Henna Body Art With Priti AggarwalA Henna (Mehendi) expert introduces teens to the age-old body art from the Indian subcontinent. 310.459.2754 http://www.lapl.org 7/1/09 Ages: 13-18 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 515267 | Scott Land Jack and JillThe library invites kids to get creative with nursery rhymes. 310.450.0443 http://www.smpl.org 7/1/09 Ages: 4-18 Time: 2:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 9124 | Night HikesSee the other kind of night life in Hollywood, and the other kind of stars. The Sierra Club leads these two hour hikes through Griffith Park; children are welcome as long as they're with an adult. Wear comfortable shoes and meet at the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot. http://angeles.sierraclub.org Ongoing Each Tue, Wed, Thu; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-18 Time: Meet at 6:45pm; hike begins at 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 297590 | Hot Wheels Hall of FameThe Hot Wheels Hall of Fame, a tribute to automotive culture from the Hot Wheels point of view which ran from 2003-2007, returns bigger and better than ever. The exhibit includes interactive displays, six full-size cars, and a collection of significant Hot Wheels cars from the past four decades. http://www.hotwheels.com Ongoing Daily except Mon 12/21/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: During museum hours. Cost: Free with paid admission |
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