Los Angeles Activities with Kids and Toddlers
December 20th, 2006
We have a new guide: Los Angeles Activites with Kids + Toddlers . It has a Santa Monica / Westside point-of-view, but there’s a little for everyone, even folks visiting from out of town. Let us know if we missed anything!
Entry Filed under: Life, Fun, Travel, Santa Monica, Los Angeles
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1. Rebecca Kroll | January 26th, 2007 at 10:35 am
Marc,
You are a genius! Love the toddler sections! Full of flavor and refreshingly good taste! All our best you guys . . .
from your fans in Lancaster,
Becky, David, Nathaniel & Grace
2. Ronglea Redmond | March 16th, 2007 at 11:29 am
Hi,
Great sight. The parks you mentioned, do they have sand by the equipment? My son has a trach, and I need to stay away from sand.
3. MSGQuixo | March 16th, 2007 at 11:48 am
Thanks for the note. Aiden’s Place has several different play areas, some with and without sand, but they are close so it could be tough if he is tempted. Still, lots of sand-free play there.
4. Nathalie | April 23rd, 2007 at 8:52 pm
There’s a great new Arts and Crafts studio that opened for Kids in Toluca Lake called Froggy’s Arts and Crafts. I have my 3 year old in the storytime/craft class and music drumming class. The great thing is you can pay per class if you want.Also, for $6 an hour you can bring your kid in and do all sorts of art projects and not worry about the mess. The staff is very friendly and the studio is very clean.
They also do great birthday parties. Check it out
http://www.froggysartsandcrafts.com
5. Nellie | June 8th, 2007 at 7:29 am
Is it true you have a summer school for toddlers this year? If so, would love info. Thanks, Nellie
6. MSGQuixo | June 8th, 2007 at 8:10 am
Hi Nellie,
We, Quixo.com, don’t have any toddler summer school, or any other summer school for that matter. But like many parents we’ve been researching our options. A couple of things that are on our list are: Santa Monica School District summer school at Grant School which is available for anyone going to school next year, starting with future kindergarteners. http://www.grant.smmusd.org/temp/SM_SummerAdv07.pdf Also, the City of Santa Monica has some nice programs that are sorta cheap compared to other programs out there. http://www.smgov.net/seascape/07fest_summer/rec7.htm There are soccer camps through Socceropolis, surf and beach camps as well as swiming classes, tennis classes and more. The Natural History Museum has a nice program for a couple of weeks. http://www.nhm.org/pdfs/AIN_Summer2007_Brochure.pdf Rustic Canyon Park is supposed to have a nice day camp too. That’s all I know! I’m sure a lot of the places on our Toddler and Kid activity list have summer programs too. Good luck!
7. charlene | June 10th, 2007 at 8:10 pm
THE PLAYROOM just opened in Sherman oaks.. so clean so fun and great for playdates. caters to children 9months to 5yrs old.
Bounce house, mini roller coaster, real playhouse, air hockey, rock wall,
riding toys and much much more……
Open Play Hours: Monday – Friday 10:00am – 6:00pm
Birthday Parties: Saturday & Sunday – Private Parties Only (inquire for booking info).
Rates Regular (starting at 9months) $9.00 (unlimited play all day)
Playpass $72.00
(Unlimited 1 month membership)
Playcard 10 $68.00
(10 admissions, no expiration. Save 25%)
Playcard 20 $120.00
(20 admissions no expiration. Save 35%)
818-784-PLAY (7529)
14392 Ventura Blvd. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Corner of Beverly Glen/Ventura Blvd FREE PARKING
www.theplayroomvalley.com
accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult at all times
No adult may leave the premised without their child
We are a shoeless environment, socks are required for adults
8. Alex | July 2nd, 2007 at 3:15 pm
NOAH’S ARK AT THE SKIRBALL
Now Open
$10 General
$7 Seniors and Full-Time Students
$5 Children 2–12
Free to Skirball Members and Children under 2
Includes admission to all other exhibitions
Note: The Skirball will be closed Wednesday, July 4.
ADVANCE TICKETS: Available on site at the Skirball Admissions Desk, online at http://skirball.tix.com, or by phone at (800) 595–4TIX.
Five years in the making and occupying an 8,000 square-foot gallery, Noah’s Ark at the Skirball welcomes children and families to immerse themselves in a favorite childhood tale. Inspired by the ancient flood story, which has parallels in diverse cultures around the world, this new, permanent destination invites visitors of all generations to have fun—and to connect with one another, learn the value of community and help build a better world.
Inside a floor-to-ceiling wooden ark, filled to the rafters with whimsical animals, children and families will play, build, climb, explore, collaborate and more. They will conduct a storm, help construct the ark and bask in the glow of a real rainbow. Aboard the ark are hundreds of fanciful animals—from cuddly companions to life-sized puppets—all crafted from recycled materials and everyday objects, including bottle caps, bicycle parts, baseball mitts, keyboards, bamboo steamers, mop heads and rear-view mirrors.
Unique to the Noah’s Ark experience are impromptu “happenings,” surprise interactions and drop-in activities. While visiting the galleries, visitors may meet a puppet, create a take-home art project or hear a story. On the weekends, a variety of informal performances throughout the day will be held in the adjacent amphitheater.
During this inaugural summer, the Skirball offers family programs inspired by Noah’s Ark at the Skirball. (See pages 9-10 for more information).
9. laura krug | August 31st, 2007 at 10:00 am
Im a local preschool art teacher that opened The Art Zone in Hermosa Beach over 4 years ago. From reading your descriptions about kids places, I totally agree!!! You are so on the mark! You have to check out what Ive done. I think you will love it. We are branching out doing art birthday parties out of the studio for people who can’t come to Hermosa Beach for a party. We started doing them by request and have built a program for them. Our website is www.artzone4kids.com We have drop in play sessions during the week open to the public. Not only my place, but there are a lot of new art places for kids and adults coming on the market. Hurray for art!
10. MSGQuixo | September 3rd, 2007 at 9:27 pm
Thanks Laura — you’re right! There are a lot off great new art programs opening up. I’d love to hear about more — I’ll start a new directory! Best of luck!
11. Leeanna Gantt | September 17th, 2007 at 6:59 pm
Hi - We have a drop in arts and crafts studio too!
I agree with Laura - Hurry for art!
Our studio is called TINKER and we are in Sherman Oaks. You can drop in anytime Monday -Saturday and make suff in our open studio, we have a separate room for classes and workshops so the studio is always open, even if we have a class.
We have a big comfortable room full of tables and all the supplies you could want. You could paint a birdhouse, build a rocket out of recycled materials, decorate a keepsake box or choose from a huge variety of other art and craft projects. We’ll provide some inspiration, guidance and clean everything up when you’re done.
We also have classes and workshops for everythign from sewing to sculpture or refinishing a chair. And we are game to try andything if there is something you and you friends have always wanted to do.
check out our website for more info. and current classes and activities.
thanks!
12. MSGQuixo | September 17th, 2007 at 7:12 pm
Thanks for posting! I have long admired tinker from afar! I promise I’ll start a page with all these great arts spots. What a great time to be a kid! (And a parent!)
13. Diana, Natalie and Mateo | February 28th, 2008 at 2:13 pm
Hi…
Color me mine is a great place… but I agree is a bit pricey. This is a different take..
http://www.kidslookwhatimade.com/index.php
14. Agustina | March 10th, 2008 at 10:31 am
I wanted to comment that we do Birthday Parties at WorldSpeak Language school located in Westside Pavillion Mall.
It is a unique multi-cultural and fun experience and the price is so affordable! We visit up to 5 different countries (of your choice) through music, arts and crafts, and games. Face painting and balloon making upon request!
Just bring the kids, cake, and food and we can provide the fun!
Space: $270
Program: add $120
*you can rent the space without our program!
call 310-871-1862 to reserve your weekend day!
15. dina | April 11th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
SKirball Museum’s Noah’s Ark Exhibit - awesome. check it out:
http://www.skirball.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=28
16. Cydne Moore | April 15th, 2008 at 9:04 pm
Hi! Just wanted you to know about the Santa Monica Playhouse Education Conservatory programs for kids ages 4 to 17, with special Early Stages Create-a-Play workshop for little ones ages 4 to 6, and the Tuesday afternoon Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Enchanted Lunchtime Fairytale Theatre program - an interactive theatre experience with crafts, story-telling, sing-a-longs, face painting, enactment of a fairytale, and a picnic lunch! Both of these activities are a super way for kids to learn to appreciate theatre, have fun making new friends, and expand their creative imagination and communication skills!
17. Heather "pnut" Williamson | April 24th, 2008 at 12:56 pm
hello!!
Angel City Drive In is having FAMILY FRIENDLY NIGHT!
We will be screening: THE PRINCESS BRIDE!
It is $10 bucks a head
$5 for kids 12 and under
We have ALL the amenities for you and your family!
HUGE 24 by 18 ft. screen
Astroturf;)
F.M transmitter
car hops
Refreshments by The Angel CIty Derby Girls
and much more!!!
this is a great KID FRIENDLY EVENT!
the last family friendly night with THE GOONIES sold out!
don’t miss it!
where: 240 West 4th St.
L.A, CA 90013
between Broadway and Spring RIGHT hand side
and YES it is a parking lot!
when:
Saturday May 10th
Gates open at 7:30p.m
movie STARTS @ 9:00p.m
come out!!!
for pre sale tickets go to:
devilsnight.com
you can also check us out here:
myspace.com/angelcitydrivein
drive in
walk in
bike in
..just GET IN!!!
A.C.D.I
18. Melanie | July 1st, 2008 at 8:12 am
Hello,
The Children;s Nature Institute is a nonprofit offering hikes and other nature programs to children ages 2-8 years old. Our Tykes on Trails program offers toddlers (2-4 years) educational nature hikes in different Los Angeles parks each week. All classes include stories, crafts and actvities along the trail to teach early learning skills and nature appreciation. We offer private walks, family walks and birthday party acivities as well. Please visit www.cnikids.org to make a reservation.
19. Shay Olivarria | July 7th, 2008 at 7:26 pm
Saturday, August 16th is a 4 hour, interactive workshop on etiquette and financial literacy.
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