Free Admission – The Arboretum of Los Angeles County

The Arboretum of Los Angeles is a fantastic place to take the kiddos. The 127 acre botonical garden is a wonderland for the kiddos. You can hike with them, take them to one of the many classes that are offered or just stroll around and observe nature in all its splendor.

The Arboretum offers free admission on the third Tuesday of the month. Plan accordingly this month and enjoy a wonderful day with the kiddos.

The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden is located at 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA, 91007.

Hours:

9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., grounds close at 5:00p.m.

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Monday Morning Mommy Movies

If you have real little ones you know it’s almost impossible to go to the movies. I’ve always read in a couple of parent magazines of the mommy and me movie deals but never was able to actually find one in the So Cal area. I’ve doing some research and I finally found a program that is geared for those with little ones.

Pacific Theaters offers Monday Morning Mommy Movies offers a chance for all you sleep deprived mom of babies or toddlers every Monday morning. Bring your crying baby and stroller for a chance to see a first run grown up movie. No one will mind if your baby cries because chances are their little one will be fussing along.

The Monday Morning Mommy Movies is offered every Monday at 11am except on holidays at 4 local theaters.
1. Pacific Theatres at the Grove
189 The Grove Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 692-0829
2.Glendale 18

322 Americana Way

Glendale, CA 91210

(866) 722-9790

3. Paseo 14
336 East Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 568-8888
4. Beach Cities 16 Cinemas
831 S. Nash Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 607-0007

Los Angeles Maritime Museum

There are so many places that I love or would love to visit in Southern California and this is at the top of my list. The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is the largest Maritime Museum in California. It’s home to more than 700 ship and boat models, navigation equipment and an operating amateur radio station. The museum is currently home to 5 exhibits that are sure to be a hit with your family. The current exhibits on display are 20,000 jobs under the sea, Neptune’s Favorites, USS Los Angeles, Caught, Canned and Eaten and The Long Beach Earthquake 1933. My children love ships and anything that is related to sea life and if you or your kids love ships this place is a must. The best part is that the museum is free for children, $1.00 for Senior Citizens and Youth and $3.00 for adults. Here’s an insider tip that will delight the kiddies- take a spin on the Port of Los Angeles Waterfront Red Car line. With a stop in front of the maritime museum- this 1920’s era trolley – is a must ride. Fare is $1.00 for everyone with children 6 and under free. The fare is collected on board and is good all day for unlimited rides. I will be doing a more extensive review of the trolley and museum next week. If you’re looking for something fun and inexpensive to do this week look no further, you’ve found it!!