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September 19-20 Shana Tova to our Jewish families and friends... Around the World in 8 Festivals  Thai Cultural Festival at Barnsdall Park Sunday, September 20, 11:00am Explore the historic grounds of Barnsdall Park, which houses Hollyhock House on a hilltop estate in Hollywood, as you experience the warmth and hospitality of Thai culture. "The festival, in its 17th year, provides amazing insight into the various art forms that Thailand calls their own: traditional Thai dancing, Thai costume fashion show, Thai classical music, Thai painting demonstrations, children folk games, children’s Thai headdresses, boxing, food and more. Witness for yourself the rich culture and heritage of Thailand for free!" FREE  LAST WEEKEND! Celebrate Korea at Andell Family Sundays, LACMA September 20, 12:30–3:30 pm "Join us on Sundays for programs designed especially for families. Make art, explore the museum, or join a bilingual gallery tour. Most of all—have fun!...Join a celebration of the reinstallation of the Korean Art galleries!" FREE with NextGen Pass "India Calling!" at the Hollywood Bowl Sunday, September 20, outdoor market 4:00pm, Show 7:00pm "Celebrate India's music and dance - from the intoxicating beauty of the Indian classical and folk legacy curated by maestro Shankar, to Anoushka's hypnotic fusion, to the irresistible Punjabi pop of bhangra king Malkit Singh - plus an Indian handicrafts and travel village opening in the afternoon." Pasadena Greek Fest September 18-20; Friday 5:00-10:00pm, Saturday Noon-10:00pm Sunday Noon-9:00 pm “The taste of Greece under the Pasadena sun”; $3 Admission, Children 12 and under free; Celebrity Chefs, Historical/Cultural Lectures, Greek Soprano Michele Patzakis, Live Greek Music, Authentic Greek Food, Homemade Greek “Donuts”, Traditional Greek Dancing, Greek Folk Dance Exhibitions, Sports Bar/Beer Garden, New Kids Fun Zone Polish Harvest Festival, Yorba Linda September 19-20, Saturday 12:00-11:00pm; Sunday, 11:00-4:00pm Welcome! It's this time of the year again and we are getting ready to our 31st 2009 Annual Dożynki harvest Festival. 19th & 20th September are the dates of the Festival this year and we will begin on Saturday celebrating till late with full menu, exhibitions and many other attractions. The second day of the Festival begins with a procession and traditional food servings. It is also a chance to win some of our fabulous prizes and watch folk dancing." Scandinavian Autumnfest & Marknad Celebration in Agoura Hills Sunday, September 20, 2009, 9:00am-6:00pm. "Scandinavian Food, Artisans,Vendors, Drawings, Prizes; Traditional Music & Dance, Swimming Pool with 274ft Waterslide, Children’s Playground & Games, Petting Zoo, Zip Line through the shade trees, Rock Wall, Ropes Course." $5 donation per car requested. Target Family Festival at Plaza De La Raza Sunday, September 20, 12:00pm-6:00pm "Bring the entire family to enjoy and celebrate the sounds, sights and traditions of Latino art and culture at Plaza de la Raza Cultural Center for the Arts & Education in East Los Angeles." Student art exhibit, music, dance, storytelling, and ongoing craft activities throughout the day, too! Coming Soon... Chinatown Autumn Moon Festival Saturday, October 4, 5:30-8:00pm "...Chinatown hosts the Southland’s oldest annual mid-Autumn Moon Festival featuring cultural entertainment for the whole family. New this year, a competitive 5K run, and a non-competitive 5K walk and a 25 mile Fun Bike Ride will take place in conjunction with the festival. Event routes will start and finish in Chinatown where entertainment and moon cake samples will be offered free to festival goers." Top Pick  Snow White playing at the El Capitan Theatre, Hollywood September 18-October 1 Make a special trip to this beautifully restored theatre in the heart of Hollywood...it's a "must see" for a childhood in Los Angeles! Directly across the street from the Metro train elevator, the El Capitan is a destination that's easily accessible by public transportation. (And yes, there is the Disney Soda Fountain next door, but skip this touristy spot for slightly better options across the street at Hollywood and Highland...slightly...better.) Photo courtesy Disney.go.com In L.A. This Weekend Moompetam: Celebrating Coastal Native Americans at the Aquarium of the Pacific Saturday-Sunday, September 19-20, 9:00am-5:00pm "This weekend celebration will feature traditional cultural crafts, storytelling and other educational programs, and live demonstrations, including music and dance celebrating the indigenous California Indian maritime cultures, including Ajachemen, Chumash, Costanoan, Luiseno, and Tongva peoples." Click here for a coupon for $5 off admission: http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/downloads/ev_Moompetam09flyer.pdf Friday Dance Downtown Friday, September 18, 6:30-10:00pm "Calling all left feet! No experience necessary - dance and sway the night away with beginner lessons and DJ/live music under the stars. FREE admission, donations welcomed; First come, first served. Music Center Plaza. On September 18, Brazilian Samba featuring live music by Sambalß Samba School. Complimentary beginner dance lessons at 6:30pm and throughout the evening." FREE Saturday Coastal Cleanup Day Saturday, September 19, 9:00 a.m. till noon "...over 12,000 volunteers from all over Los Angeles will take action to rid our beaches and inland waterways of unsightly and harmful debris. Coastal Cleanup Day (CCD) is an international event with over 60 countries around the world participating, making it one of the largest volunteer efforts on the planet! Come join us at one of over 70 cleanup locations throughout Los Angeles County. Find the one nearest you and help clean our oceans and beautify your community." FREE Family Festival at the Norton Simon, Pasadena Saturday, September 19, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. "Create your own confectionary sensation inspired by the exhibition Sweets & Treats: Wayne Thiebaud in the Collection of the Norton Simon Museum. Join visual artist and cake decorator Suzanne Oshinsky as you build cake sculptures from hand-cut stencils and shapes while exploring ideas of composition, repetition and pattern. After the workshop, take a special kids tour of the exhibition and learn more about Thiebaud’s love of delectable desserts." Colors to "Dye" For, at the L.A. Aroboretum Saturday, September 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm "Plant dyes have been used since 3,000 B.C.E., and ancient writings describe over 1,000 sources of natural dyes. Although today most dyes are created artificially, making natural plant dyes can be as simple as gathering plants from your own garden. Join us as we gather plants for our own dyes and do a bit of groovy tie-dying! Individuals: Members $5/$6 nonmembers. Family Fee: $15 per family for members; $20 per family for non-members. Pre-registration required for all classes. Registration closes at 5pm the day prior to class. For more information regarding the above class, please call Colleen Biles at 626.821.5897 or email: colleen.biles@arboretum.org. Sunday Day of Peace Family Festival at the Santa Monica Pier Sunday, Deptember 20, 11:00am-4:00pm "Join members of Dr. Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots 501c3 youth program from all across the state of California as they come together on Sunday, September 20, 2009 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Santa Monica Pier to promote PEACE. The 7th annual Day of Peace festival will celebrate young people and adults working together to develop a greater understanding of different cultures and a more balanced coexistence among people, animals and the environment. Festival highlights will include: Live Music, Celebrity Guests, Arts & Crafts, Inspiring Youth Projects, Earth Conscious Vendors & Exhibits, Pet Adoptions, People & Pets Food Drive, Peace Dove Parade and More!" Bonanza Day at the Autry Sunday, September 20, 11:00am-5:00pm "Come celebrate the 50th anniversary of Bonanza, one of the most beloved and longest-running Western series in the history of television, and the career achievements of its creator, David Dortort." Includes continual showings of Bonanza until 3:00pm! Kids in the Courtyard: The Perfect Blend Sunday, September 20, 1:00–4:00 pm "Do you like cooking or creating fancy drinks? If so, you’ll love this month’s activity of blending teas. We’ll have several herbs available for you to create your own special tea blends. Then you’ll scoop them into take-home tea bags." FREE Weekend Tidepool Walks at the Cabrillo Marine Museum Sunday, September 20, 3:30-5:00pm Fall and winter in Southern California "CMA's Education Staff conducts tours of the Point Fermin State Marine Park. Attend an informative slide show in the John M. Olguin Auditorium, then come along on the naturalist-led ramble on the rocks to see animals in their natural habitat. Outdoor clothing and sneakers advised. Young children must be accompanied by adults. Reservations required for groups. This is a free event open to everyone." Coming Soon Downtown LA SoapBox Race Saturday, September 26, 11:00am "Spectators Ready, set, race! Red Bull Soapbox Race is coming to Los Angeles this September. Teams of up to 5 will be racing in one of the most outrageous races around. The race will be held at 5th & Grand in Downtown LA. Pits open at 11am, First Race at 1pm." World City at Walt Disney Concert Hall Starts October 3 "World City features internationally renowned artists in admission-free performances on select Saturdays at the W.M. Keck Foundation Children's Amphitheatre at Walt Disney Concert Hall. To complement the performances, the Music Center offers pre- & post-family workshops in the adjacent Blue Ribbon Garden. The first show is at 11:00 am with a repeat performance at 12:30 pm. All performances subject to change." FREE 15th Annual Kidspace Pumpkin Festival Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4 from 9:30am - 5:30pm "Admission is free to the Pumpkin Festival at Brookside Park in Pasadena! Families enjoy carnival games, live performances, a pumpkin patch, seasonal crafts and more. All proceeds benefit Kidspace Children's Museum." "Kids Hands", Hike & Craft in Franklin Canyon Sunday, October 4, 10:00am One of the easiest places in L.A. to take a first "hike"! "Kids’ Hands: For ages 3-12 accompanied by an adult. Join us on a walk and create a take-home nature art project." Where the Wild Things Are: Family Day at the Skirball Sunday, October 11, 10:00am–4:30pm "Stop by our daylong celebration of Maurice Sendak's beloved children's book and get excited for the October 17 release of Warner Bros.' feature-film adaptation of Where the Wild Things Are. Create your own "wild thing" using repurposed materials, groove to lively jam sessions, hear readings of the classic tale, and see illustrations and props from the upcoming film." Tidepooling for Tots with the Cabrillo Marine Museum Saturday, October 17, 2009 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM "Families with young children are invited to a special tidepool presentation and guided walk to the rocky shore. Presented just for preschoolers and parents. Please call 310-548-7562 for reservations as space is limited. Member Price: $5, Non-Member Price: $5" Happy Adventuring!  Site and Contents (c) Mommy Adventure Club 2007-2009. All rights reserved. blog comments powered by Disqus |
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