Rancho Park/Cheviot Hills is located on the westside of Los Angeles. In this neighborhood (also known for its proximity to film studios), you’ll find a variety of family-friendly activities. Cheviot Hills Recreation Center 2551 Motor Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90064 The Cheviot Hills Recreation Center is popular with local families. They offer a variety of …
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The City of San Dimas is located in the San Gabriel Valley, about 25 miles east of Los Angeles. Within San Dimas, you’ll find a city that feels like a small-town, offering much for families to see and do. Horsethief Canyon Park301 Horsethief Canyon Rd., San Dimas, CA 91773 Families are in for a full …
According to the Encino Chamber of Commerce, the word “encino” is Spanish for “oak tree.” Encino, a city within the San Fernando Valley, offers many family-friendly things to do. Los Encinos State Historic Park16756 Moorpark St., Encino, CA 91436 You might find yourself in the valley, but a visit to this historic location will make …
Woodland Hills is a neighborhood within the San Fernando Valley. You’ll find lots of family-friendly things to do here, some are seasonal, but many are year-round! Candy Cane Laneintersection of Lubao and Oxnard Streets, Woodland Hills, CA If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the lights on Candy Cane Lane. Candy Cane Lane …
Little Tokyo is one of only three official Japantowns within the United States. And with the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, it’s important for families to re-visit the past as we navigate the present and prepare for the future. Little Tokyo offers many ways for families to learn about a culture they may not be …
Sawtelle is a neighborhood in West Los Angeles. And the strip of Sawtelle Boulevard between Santa Monica and Olympic Boulevards has been designated “Sawtelle Japantown.” You’ll find many family-friendly things to do and explore here. B Sweet Dessert Bar2005 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 You’re in for a treat (pun intended) when you visit …
They say that NoHo is “where the arts are made.” North Hollywood has a little bit of everything, is pedestrian-friendly, and has plenty of family-friendly things to do. North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Library5211 Tujunga Ave., North Hollywood, Ca 91601 A visit to the North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Library also encourages a discussion about …
The neighborhood of Westwood may be most well-known as being the home of the University of California Los Angeles. Within this community, you’ll find a number of family-friendly things to see and do. University of California Los Angeles 405 Hilgard Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90095 It’s never too early to start thinking about college. For …
The Boyle Heights neighborhood in Downtown Los Angeles is rich with culture and history with a population of around 100,000 people. Take a walk around the neighborhood, marvel at the many murals, and learn about the neighborhood’s diverse history. Libros Schmibros Lending Library 1711 Mariachi Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90033 It’s all about books and …
According to the Mar Vista Historical Society, Mar Vista was once known as the “Lima Bean Belt of the Nation.” While you won’t find many lima beans there now, families will find lots to see and do in Mar Vista. Mar Vista Farmers Market Grand View at Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA You’ll find the …
