Valentine’s Day, the day of love and friendship, is Monday, February 14th. In honor of this special day, we’ve compiled a list of Famil
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Here are a number of ways to celebrate MLK Day in Los Angeles, and incorporate Dr. King’s lessons and legacy into every day.
When it comes to exercise, we all want our kids to find something that they enjoy doing. Something that makes exercise feel more like play than work. That’s where Trampoline Parks come in. Whether your child is seriously interested in improving their trampoline skills, or you’re looking for a fun, out-of-the-ordinary, indoor activity for the whole family, you’re sure to find a Trampoline Park that offers what you’re looking for.
Looking for a great indoor playground? Here are 25 fun spots around SoCal – perfect when you want to get out of the house!
Whatever Holidays you celebrate, you’ll find lots of fun to do in Los Angeles on Christmas Day!
Christmas means family. And families must eat. But if you’d rather not spend hours in the kitchen, there are plenty of restaurants all around Los Angeles that will be open Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day and that make lovely settings for memorable family holiday meals.
Before the kids get too involved with their holiday wish lists, help them remember that this is the season of giving. Here are seven suggestions for ways to get involved, give back, and help make this holiday season a little brighter for others.
One way to celebrate the holiday season is to attend a show. Here in Southern California, there are musicals, stage productions, vocal performances, and more happening throughout the month and guaranteed to leave you full of holiday spirit!
This eight-night Festival of Lights is being celebrated all around Los Angeles with lots of fun, memorable events. Here are twenty sites hosting family-friendly Hanukkah celebrations.
The holiday season is officially here and southern California is ready to celebrate. Here are the best Christmas and Holiday Events in Los Angeles.
Las Posadas is the celebration that commemorates the journey Mary and Joseph took from Nazareth to Bethlehem as they searched for shelter in preparation of Jesus’s birth. It is a popular tradition throughout Latin America and there are several places in Los Angeles and Southern California that continue the tradition.
Thanksgiving is just as much about the food as it is about the people you share it with. So, if you’d rather focus on family and friends and not the shopping, preparation, and clean-up that goes hand-in-hand with Thanksgiving Dinner, you’re in luck. There are many Los Angeles-area restaurants serving memorable Thanksgiving meals.
Take a break from holiday shopping and participate in one of the holiday races being held in Los Angeles and all over Southern California.
It’s that time of year – time for LA parents to pile the family in the car and go out and get a Christmas tree. But instead of driving around searching for the “perfect tree,” we’re here to help with a list of 10 Great Christmas Tree Lots in and Around Los Angeles.
Are you looking for fun things to do in Los Angeles during Thanksgiving week? The kids are off school, family may be coming into town, and you’ve got a lot of days to fill. Luckily, there is always something fun to do in and around LA.
The holiday season is approaching, and during this festive time we think it’s important to stop and think about how we can help others. Everywhere we look, we all see so many people in need these days. Volunteer and you can make a difference.
One of the best things to as a family is have a picnic. Whether your picnic takes place on your living room floor, in your backyard, or at a local park, we’ve got a list of great mom-and-pop sandwich spots all around Los Angeles. Give yourself a break from meal prep, and feel good knowing …
Anytime is a great time for pie! Give these terrific pie shops in Los Angeles a try!
Why not get Thanksgiving Dinner To Go this year/ Many terrific LA restaurants offer Take Out Turkey!
Culver City calls itself the “Heart of Screenland.” And while you certainly won’t want to miss a chance to tour a working studio, you’ll also find a wide variety of additional kid-friendly things to do here.
Some people just decorate better than the rest of us! Here’s a list of popular Haunted Houses in and around Los Angeles.
Southern California is hosting many special events in honor of Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead.
Looking for places to take your kids Trick or Treating in Los Angeles?
Here in Southern California we may not experience fall quite like the rest of the country, but that doesn’t mean we are completely absent of slightly cooler weather and the changing color of leaves.
Here’s a list of family-friendly ways to celebrate all over So Cal. From Mickey Mouse to Mr. Bones, Halloween is terrific Los Angeles-style!
For some families, Labor Day signals the end of summer. For some families, summer ends when the kids return to school, so Labor Day means a nice long weekend. For all families, there are plenty of fun things to do on Monday, September 4th.
When you’re craving something cool and refreshing during warm days, shave ice is a nice alternative to traditional ice cream and frozen yogurt. And, luckily you can find many great shave ice options in and around Los Angeles.
Who says we don’t have seasons in Southern California? They’re wrong; we do! Enjoy these Harvest Festivals this Fall!
Apple season generally begins on Labor Day weekend and generally extends through Thanksgiving weekend. An apple-picking trip is a fun, memorable way to spend the day!
The first day of school. Kids often have mixed feelings about this important day, and this year especially, emotions are likely to be all over the map. Just because kids aren’t returning to the classroom in the traditional way, doesn’t mean there isn’t cause to celebrate.
A new school year is a big deal. Full of new opportunities and new challenges. Make the first day fun and special and memorable. Here are 12 fun, creative ways to celebrate the first day of school.
Hey Moms – we all want to get fit, right? So we’re always on the lookout for the best gyms in town.
We’ve curated a list of the best gyms in Los Angeles that provide the motivation, equipment, classes, and amenities to encourage you to commit to staying healthy the whole year through, just in time for your New Year’s Resolutions!
You can find a gym just right for you, whether you’re looking for one-on-one fitness training, Crossfit, group classes, MMA, bodybuilding, or strengthening.
Many families would like to go camping but aren’t quite sure where to go or how to get started. Other families have been camping multiple times but are looking for a new spot to experience. And that’s where this list can help!
Whether you’re looking for school supplies, back-to-school clothes, uniforms, backpacks, lunch bags, stationery supplies, or even college dorm room essentials, here’s a list of go-to stores in Los Angeles where you can find everything on your school supply list — plus some online options, too.
For a special treat, why not indulge in a mommy-and-me manicure date? Many salons around Los Angeles offer special treatments just for kids.
National Night Out (NNO) is a “national community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships.” This year, National Night Out is happening on Tuesday, August 2nd. Several communities all around Los Angeles are participating in this special event that aims to strengthen neighborhood unity.
What’s the best part of the Birthday Party? The Cake, of course! No matter what age you’re turning, this list of Cake Shops in Los Angeles is the best!
Updated for 2025 When you think Los Angeles, you may think traffic. Crowds. Hustle and bustle. Now replace those words with – Serene. Tranquil. Other-worldly. Lush. Those are the words that come to mind when exploring one of the many botanical gardens found in and around Los Angeles. We’ve compiled the best places to take …
Learning to drive in Los Angeles can be a daunting task. Ask anyone. With our heavy traffic, nearly-constant road construction, and sheer massive size, it’s important to find a safe and supportive environment to let your teen practice their driving skills.
Halloween is a super fun holiday, and we love getting out there with the kids for Trick-or-Treating, but we know that it’s not a choice everyone wants to make.
Kiddos can get sick, or maybe they’re not quite brave enough to walk up to the door and ask for candy, or maybe you’re limiting the amount of candy your kids eat. Whatever the reason – you can still celebrate Halloween without going Trick or Treating.
If you’re looking for something different for this year’s celebration, why not think local? There are lots of fun, easy (i.e.. not expensive and/or labor intensive) only-in-L.A. costumes perfect for Los Angeles kids (and families)!
Even though it’s the middle of Summer, it’s time to start thinking about school supplies. Many kids in Los Angeles will be starting classes again in just a few weeks, so whether we are 100% on board with that or not, we need to get them ready.
Whether your high school student has a passion to change the world or is trying to accumulate volunteer hours to satisfy a school requirement, volunteering is a wonderful way to build a sense of community and empathy.
