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Theater & Performance
07/01/2008 | Slapstick and Vaudeville Comedy with Epoxy Unglued
A zany, slapstick comedy show with Epoxy Unglued at the Paraiso Town Center, 350 Via Las Brisas in Thousand Oaks, California. The fun starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts approximately half an hour with an arts & crafts project following. For more information please contact Lynette DeVere at 805.376.8300
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Nature
07/01/2008 | Family Fun for Nature Nuts
5:30pm, Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Dr., La Cañada-Flintridge. The Reptile Family shows off slithery, jumpy and sliding animals. $12 adults, free for children under 2. 818-949-7980.
| Fee | San Gabriel Valley
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Theater & Performance
07/01/2008 | Patriotic Puppets
6pm, The Commons at Calabasas, 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas. Rene's Marionettes will delight young ones. Ages 4-10. Free. 818-222-3444.
| Fee | San Fernando Valley
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Theater & Performance
07/01/2008 | Family Comedy Show
6:30pm, Food Court Stage, Level 3, South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach. Humor geared for kids of all ages. Free. 310-371-7546.
| Free | South Bay
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Nature
07/01/2008 | Lil' Critters Club
10:30am, Paraiso Town Center, 350 Via Las Brisas, Thousand Oaks. Sing along with Claire Mills. Free. 805-376-8300.
| Free | Conejo Valley
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Storyhours & Book Events
07/01/2008 | We Tell Stories Let Them Eat Books
2pm, Julian Dixon Library, 4975 Overland Ave., Culver City. Today's story time is Cutie Cockroach & Other Tales From the East. Ages 5-12. Free. 310-559-1676.
| Free | Westside
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Music
07/02/2008—07/04/2008 | July 4th Fireworks Spectacular: A Ball at the Bowl with the LA Dodgers
Have a ball on the 4th of July with America’s favorite pastime! The Dodgers celebrate their 50th Anniversary in Los Angeles for this great American extravaganza with our very special guest Randy Newman hitting it outta the park. Enjoy classic baseball music, visuals, plus appearances by Dodger greats and the Bowl’s dazzling fireworks spectacular!Hollywood Bowl- 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, CA 90068. 7:30pm. Tickets are $10-$114. Log on to HollywoodBowl.com for ticket
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Museum Events
07/02/2008 | Stories In the Afternoon What's a Family?
4-5pm, Norton Simon Museum, 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. Kids use miniature figures to create their own families. Ages 4-7. Free with admission: $8 adults, free for children under 18. 626-449-6840.
| Fee | San Gabriel Valley
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Music
07/02/2008 | Joanie Bartels
7pm, Levitt Pavilion, Memorial Park, 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena. The popular children's performer comes up from Down Under. Free. 626-683-3230.
| Free | San Gabriel Valley
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Nature
07/02/2008 | Learning About Lizards
11am, The Lakes at Thousand Oaks, 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks. The Reptile Family shows off slithery, jumpy and sliding animals. Free. 818-222-3444.
| Free | Conejo Valley
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Films
07/02/2008 | Bookworm Wednesday
National Amusements presents: BOOKWORM WEDNESDAY, an annual fun and rewarding summer reading program developed to encourage young children to read during the summer months. BOOKWORM WEDNESDAYS entitles kids to free admission to a select children's film every Wednesday at 10:00 AM during the summer months when they present a book report at participating theatres. 10 AM every Wednesday June 25, 2008-August 13, 2008 For more information please visit http://www.nationalamusements.com/programs/bookworm.asp
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Films
07/03/2008 | Movie Night
The Paraiso Town Center located at 350 Via Las Brisas in Thousand Oaks, CA will be showing The Bee Movie. This movie is Rated PG and runs 90 minutes.
Bring the family, pick up a picnic dinner, and enjoy a night of family fun at the Amphitheater.
Seating is limited and will be first come, first served. Paraiso encourages families to bring blankets but tall lawn chairs are prohibited. Activities begin at 7:00 p.m. with the movie starting at 8:30 p.m. Movie Night is free and open to the general public.
For more information please call Lynette Davis at 805.376.830 or visit www.paraiso.com
| Free | SanFernandoValley
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Music
07/03/2008 | Sizzling Summer Nights
6:30-9pm, Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, L.A. Yari More's romantic salsa sounds heat up the night. $7. 323-667-2000, ext. 300.
| Fee | Los Angeles
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Music
07/03/2008 | Thursday Night Jazz
7pm, Farmers Market, 6333 W. Third St., L.A. The Jennifer Hall Quintet, featuring Tom Kubis, offers West Coast jazz. Free. 323-933-9211.
| Fee | Los Angeles
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Films
07/03/2008 | Yankee Doodle Dandy
7pm, Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Blvd., L.A. This special holiday screening of the classic film is preceded by a talk with co-star Joan Leslie. $10 adults, $8 students. 323-466-3456.
| Fee | Los Angeles
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Films
07/03/2008 | Free Family Film
3pm, La Pintoresca Branch Library, 1355 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. Bee Movie is the afternoon movie. Ages: 6-12. Free. 626-744-7268.
| Free | San Gabriel Valley
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Storyhours & Book Events
07/03/2008 | Make Your Own Magic
3:30pm, Wilmington Branch Library, 1300 N. Avalon Blvd., L.A. Story time and crafts. Ages 5-11. Free. 310-834-1082.
| Free | South Bay
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Storyhours & Book Events
07/03/2008 | Tales and Tunes
10-11am, Donald R. Wright Auditorium, Pasadena Central Library, 285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena. The "Catch the Reading Bug" summer reading program presents the "Really Big Bug Show." Free. 626-744-4066.
| Free | San Gabriel Valley
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Animal Encounters
07/04/2008 | Animal Acres
Celebrate the Fourth at Animal Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary! Join us for farm tours, veggie picnic food, face painting and old-fashioned field games. Give a pig a belly rub before you head off for a nightime filled with safe fireworks! 5200 Escondido Canyon Road in Acton, Ca 93510. Phone 661-269-5404. The event will take place from 12 noon to 4 pm. The cost is just $5 per person at the door.
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Music
07/04/2008 | Friday Night Concerts
6-8pm, Heritage Square, 715 S. A St., Oxnard. Ulysses S. Jasz performs Dixieland jazz. $5 plaza seating, $40-$60 reserved tables, free limited lawn seating. 805-483-7960.
| Fee | Ventura County
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Clubs
07/04/2008 | Independence Day Lunch
12:30 and 2:30pm, American Girl Place, 189 The Grove Dr., L.A. Celebrate the Fourth of July with a patriotic lunch in the American Girl Café. Ages 6 and up. Reservations required. $22 per person. 877-247-5223.
| Fee | Los Angeles
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Hands-on Activities
07/04/2008 | Character Craft Activity Days
11am, American Girl Place, 189 The Grove Dr., L.A. Today's activity is Molly's Star Whirler Craft. Ages 8 and older. Free. 877-247-5223.
| Free | Los Angeles
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
07/04/2008 | Fourth of July Celebration
7:30pm, MacArthur Park, Levitt Pavilion, 2230 W. Sixth St., L.A. A Hawaiian extravaganza showcasing the state's popular artist Keali'i Reichel. Free. 213-384-5701.
| Free | Los Angeles
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
07/04/2008 | Fourth of July Concert
5pm, Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Ave., Thousand Oaks. The Conejo Pops Orchestra and the Sherwood Singers perform. Free. 805-381-1247.
| Free | Conejo Valley
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Seasonal & Holiday Events
07/04/2008 | Fourth of July Street Festival
10am - 5pm, Main St. between Ventura Ave. and First St., Ventura. This holiday festival features a children's area with pony and train rides. Free. 805-654-7749.
| Free | Ventura County
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Teens & Tweens
07/05/2008 | LEARN HEBREW:
Learn to read the book of Jonah (in the original Hebrew) in less than 6 months. Free seminar first Saturday of each month: Living Water Christian Bookstore, 1010 E Arrow Hwy, Covina, CA at 1:00 p.m. Great for homeschoolers; teachers; youth pastors; or those interested in personal growth. More information at www.homeschoolhebrew.com or (909) 418-4183
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Dances
07/05/2008 | Big! World!Fun! Family Series:
SPLASH! A Celebration! Sat. 7/5/08 at 10am Dive into the delightful rhythms and dances of the Afro-Brazilian culture with Viver Brasil Dance CO. Dance with mermaids and parade with queens. Drum with kings and spar with travelers capoeristas. Viver Brasil Dance Co. offers this exciting family program filled with something for everyone. Come swim in the groove! Price: <strong>FREE for Kids</strong>, <strong>$5 for Adults</strong> Venue: Ford Amphitheatre 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East Hollywood, CA 90068 PURCHASE TICKETS at: 323 461-3673 www.FordTheatres.org
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Music
07/05/2008 | Warner Bros/ Presents Bugs Bunny on Broadway
Warner Bros. Presents
Bugs Bunny on Broadway
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Hollywood Bowl
Show begins at 8:00pm
Join Bugs Bunny, Elmer Fudd and their Looney Tunes friends on the Bowl\\\'s big screens for the final Hollywood Bowl performance of this brilliant, beloved, and record-setting show... before the critically-acclaimed original version is retired in preparation for a brand new version of the concert which will mark this concert\\\'s 20th Anniversary in 2010.
Log On to Hollywoodbowl.com for tickets and more information
| Fee | LosAngeles
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Hands-on Activities
07/05/2008 | Game Crazy Super Saturday events
Game Crazy is hosting “Super Saturday” events this upcoming holiday weekend (July 5) at Game Crazy 100 E COMPTON BLVD and other local Game Crazy locations. Events will: • Run for the first Saturday of each month 1-5 PM, July through October. • Feature family-friendly prizes and give-aways. • Allow customers the ability to test-drive the hottest games, consoles, handhelds and gadgets before purchase. All ages welcome, free to attend. Contact gamecrazy@coneinc.com for further details. www.gamecrazy.com
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Exhibits
07/05/2008 | Air Commandos
10am, Planes of Fame Air Museum, Chino Airport, 7000 Merrill Ave., Chino. A morning seminar about Air Commandos is followed by an "A" model P-51 Mustang demonstration. $11 adults, $4 children 5-11. 909-597-3722.
| Fee | Inland Empire
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Music
07/05/2008 | Big!World!Fun! Family Series 2008
10am, Ford Amphitheatre, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. E., L.A. Dance with mermaids and drum with royalty to Viver Brasil's Afro-Brazilian sounds. Reservations required. $5 adults, children free. 323-461-3673.
| Fee | Los Angeles
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Films
07/05/2008 | Bugs Bunny on Broadway
8pm, Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N. Highland Ave., L.A. Classic Warner Brothers cartoons fill the giant screen while the L.A. Philharmonic's sounds fill the air. $10-$114. 323-850-2000.
| Fee | Los Angeles
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Nature
07/05/2008 | Family Adventures
10am - noon, L.A. County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. This week's adventure is Dinosaur Hike. Space limited. Free with admission: $7 adults, $2.50 children 5-12. 626-821-4623.
| Fee | San Gabriel Valley
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Festivals & Fairs
07/05/2008 | First Annual Fawnskin Victorian Festival
10am - 6pm, today and July 6, Pedersen's Mill, 39115 Rim of the World Dr., Fawnskin. Ye shall enjoy this trip back to the Victorian Age. $10. 800-4-BIG-BEAR.
| Fee | BIG BEAR
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Volunteer Opportunities
07/05/2008 | Cabrillo Native Garden Workday/Beach Cleanup
8-10am, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro. Help maintain the Cabrillo Native Garden and neighboring beaches. Free. 310-548-7562.
| Free | South Bay
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Music
07/05/2008 | Happy Birthday USA Sing-Along Story Time
Hollywood Library, 1623 Ivar Ave., L.A. A sing-along of American folk songs. Ages 3 and older. Free. 323-856-8260.
| Free | Los Angeles
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Sports
07/05/2008 | 5th of July Fireworks Show!!
Working Parents and Procrastinators Get a Second Chance to Enjoy the Independence Day with a Chivas Fireworks Show On July 5th. Come watch Chivas USA try and recapture the Western Conference Crown and then enjoy the fireworks show immediately after the match!
WHO – Chivas USA and the Home Depot Center
WHAT – Fireworks Show
WHEN – Immediately following the Match Against the San Jose Earthquakes -
Approximately 9:20pm - July 5th, 2008
WHERE – Home Depot Center in Carson, CA
WHY - Working Moms and Dads Get a Second Chance to Enjoy the 4th with a Chivas Fireworks Encore
| Fee | LosAngeles
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Kids Classes
07/06/2008 | Kayaks 4 Kidz Youth Water Sports Program
Kayaks 4 Kidz Is a non-profit Youth Water Sports program endeavoring to improve health and well being through participation in water (paddle) sports. We offer a fun, healthy and challenging physical fitness experience for youngsters age 7 to 17 and their families through learning the art of kayaking. SUMMER 2008 CLASSES 9:30 am to 1:30 pm Classes are FREE, but Pre Registration is required Sundays, June 1 & 8 Sundays, July 6 & 13 Sundays, August 3 & 10 Sundays, September 7 & 14 Location Mother’s Beach at Marina del Rey Lagoon (Palawan Avenue & Admiralty Way Next to Casa Escobar Restaurant) Introduction to Kayaking Each 3-hour workshop will cover: - Basic fundamentals of sit-on-top kayaking • Introduction to recreational boating, beach and water safety - Rules of navigation and boating courtesy - Paddling techniques, strokes and capsize recovery - Proper safety gear and equipment care Equipment used: A variety of ocean-rated Kayaks with adjustable seats - designed for youthful boaters. U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets and paddles. All equipment is provided by Kayaks 4 Kidz Class Instructors are U.S. Coast Guard and American Canoe Association certified water sports and boating safety instructors, and master swimmers For Information and Registration Forms E-mail: nolimitspr@ca.rr.com Or Call Gay Brewer at 323.298.2060 Visit Our Website at: www.kayaks4kidz.com Kayaks 4 Kidz is a certified 501(c) 3 non-profit program offered as a free community service. The program exists solely from the donations and contributions of the students’ families, volunteers and community members committed to fighting national health concerns such as obesity and juvenile diabetes and improving environmental awareness. Volunteers are always welcome and corporate or association sponsorships are available.
| Free | LosAngeles
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Theater & Performance
07/06/2008 | A Faery Hunt
“A Faery Hunt,” 10:30 am. Ongoing children's show, every 1st and 3rd weekends on Sunday in Corriganville, 7001 Smith Road, Simi Valley, CA 93063; and 2nd and 4th weekends on Saturdays at O’Melveny Park, 17300 Sesnon Boulevard, Granada Hills, CA 91344. $10 ticket. Named Best of LA, “A Faery Hunt” is a unique interactive children’s play. Participating as part of the action, the children search for fairies and other enchanted creatures, find them, and help the faery queen on a magical quest. Please check website for additional dates and locations www.afaeryhunt.com. Reservations 818-324-6802.
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Music
07/06/2008 | Family Fundays
11am, Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga. Peter Alsop's Kids Koncerts presents the popular children's performer Robbo. $8. 310-455-3723.
| Fee | Westside
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