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When it's too rainy or hot or cold, and the kids need some indoor activity, you can find it here, from museums to aquariums, bowling, play spaces, bounce houses, arts centers, libraries, story times, and more.Miles Memorial PlayhouseParent rating: ![]() Location: 1130 Lincoln Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA Miles Memorial Playhouse is located in Christine Emerson Re...
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Michaels Arts & Crafts StoreParent rating: ![]() Location: 1427 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA Just cruise down the aisles at Michaels Arts & Crafts Store and you can't help but be inspired by some of the projects that you can do at home with the kids. Sometimes it's a real lifesaver to ...
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Museum of FlyingParent rating: ![]() Location: 2772 Donald Douglas Loop North, Santa Monica, CA Note that as of February 2012 the museum is open again. The Museum of Flying spans the history of American aviation with more than 30 airplanes on display. Housed in a hangar at the San...
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Santa Monica Civic AuditoriumParent rating: ![]() Location: 1855 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA Adjacent to the Santa Monica City Hall, the Civic Auditorium is th...
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Palisades ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 1450 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA Not to be confused with the Palisades Park in Pacific Palisades, this ...
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Barnes & NobleParent rating: ![]() Location: 1201 Third Street, Santa Monica, CA Barnes & Noble always comes through with a great selection of books and videos, many discounts, and incredible sales on discontinued items. The children's department, Barnes & Noble Jr.,...
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California Heritage MuseumParent rating: ![]() Location: 2612 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA Built in the late nineteenth century on Ocean Avenue, the Roy Jones House, which serves as home to the California Heritage Museum, was moved in 1974 to its current location in the heart of fun ...
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Barnes and NobleParent rating: ![]() Location: 1201 3rd Street, Santa Monica, CA The book store chain Barnes and Noble has a lot to offer, and the children's section often has live readings and entertainment. |
Marine ParkParent rating: ![]() Location: 1406 Marine St, Santa Monica, CA Santa Monica's Marine Park has a recreation center that offers kids' classes and an adjacent, partially fenced in playground. There is plenty of green space as well as two baseball diamonds, a ...
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The Broad StageParent rating: ![]() Location: 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage is the new 499-seat, state-of-the-art theater and performing arts complex at the SMC Madison Campus. The complex also has smaller, flexible spaces, including a 99...
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kidsrevolvingParent rating: ![]() Location: 1657 12th Street, Suite B, Santa Monica, CA kidsrevolving is a studio offering movement classes for kids ages two to 18. Classes include creative movement, yoga, rhythmic fusion, and guided relaxation. The studio also does bi... |
Players Club GolfParent rating: ![]() Location: 3211 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA Santa Monica has a gem of a golf and fitness spot. Players Club Golf indoor golf facility, where you and your kids can practice, play and take lessons. You can even use the gym for a small fee while ...
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