Wendy Kennar

Wendy is a freelance writer who finds inspiration in her son and from her experiences from her twelve-year teaching career. Her writing has appeared in several publications and anthologies, both in print and online. She prefers sunflowers to roses and thinks chocolate is okay at any meal. You can find her at www.wendykennar.com where she writes about books, boys, and bodies (specifically living with an invisible disability).

Larchmont is one of those special neighborhoods within Los Angeles. You know you’re in the middle of a big city, yet you feel like you’re in a small town. And within this special community, there’s no shortage of family-friendly things to do. Larchmont Village ShopsLarchmont Boulevard (between Beverly Blvd. and First Street), Los Angeles, CA …

West Hollywood (also known as WeHo) is a city that celebrates its diversity. It is conveniently located near Beverly Hills, Museum Row, and Hollywood. There is a lot to do whether you’re in the mood to learn, play, shop, eat, or explore.

While some might associate Koreatown (or K-Town as it is also known) as a place to go for an adult’s night out, you’ll also find many friendly-family activities in this community. Aroma Golf Range 3680 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010 The Aroma Golf Range brings your golf game to the middle of the city. …

An Open Letter to the Parents of My Son’s Classmates: The trip slips have gone home along with the sign-up for parent volunteers. You may be wondering why I don’t join you on the walking field trip to the museum. You may be wondering why, after the first walking field trip in the beginning of …

Downey is a city named after an Irish immigrant, John Gately Downey, who later became a Governor of California. Downey is home to the world’s oldest McDonald’s and is the city that made important contributions to our nation’s Apollo Space Program. You’ll find a variety of family-friendly activities here.

There’s plenty to do in Southern California. But, with all the places to visit, comes admission fees which can get costly. Luckily, many Los Angeles area museums offer free admission on select days throughout the month, and some offer free admission every day. Here’s what you need to know. MomsLA is your source for Things to …

Living in southern California means you can throw your child a birthday party that just wouldn’t be possible in other areas of the country. Use these ideas to help plan your child’s next birthday party!

The child in your life has reached the age when he doesn’t just tell you the name of a game that he’d like for a birthday gift. Now, your child only wants a gift card. Or cash. But you long for the days when you gave the “perfect” gift, and your child rewarded you with …

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.

When it comes time to plan your child’s next birthday party, get creative and think beyond the ordinary. Here are ideas for ten unique birthday parties in or near Los Angeles.