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Free Things To Do Online this Week: Virtual Summer Festivals, Back-to-School, and The One and Only Ivan

Sort of back to school, or kind of still summer— there are online events for both this week.

Things To Do in Los Angeles this Week: Live, In-Person Events, Concerts, Movies, and a Bioluminescent Boat Trip

Mask up, because we don't have to let this summer end without going out for a bit of fun.

Terranea Resort: Escape to the Mediterranean without Leaving Los Angeles County

Anyone else need a socially distanced weekend getaway?

LA's Best Swimming Pools with Play Areas and a Little More for Kids and Parents

These souped-up pools all make a splash with something extra worth driving for.

Best Outdoor Dining in LA this Summer: Closed Streets, Parklets, and Restaurants with Pop-up Patios

Enjoy some distance dining tonight at one of these new pedestrian restaurant zones.

Top Summer Activities in LA: 50 Things To Do with Kids around Los Angeles Summer 2020

We can still make wonderful childhood summer memories, even if the photos all have masks.

Hidden Gem Beaches: LA's Secret Seaside Spots that Only Locals Know

Escape the crowds at one of these secret SoCal beaches.

RV Camping and Campgrounds for Families: A Beginners' Guide to Planning an RV Trip

RV camping is a great way to vacation with social distance, as long as you know the basics.

Splash Pads 2020: Water Play Areas and Spraygrounds Opening in Los Angeles County Parks

Ready to splash? As of July 9, Los Angeles County Parks are turning the water on!

Swimming Pools and Lakes Where Kids Can Swim Today around Los Angeles

Finding a swimming pool in the midst of a pandemic is no easy task; try one of these.

School in California: Los Angeles Distance Learning Mandate Plus LAUSD & 12 More School Districts' Latest Plans for 2020-21 School Year

School districts around Los Angeles and Orange County present their latest back-to-school plans.

Free Online Classes For Kids: Science, Art, Fitness, and More Free Enrichment

In a year when summer slide feels like it started in March, free online classes save the day!

Stay-at-Home Guide: 100s of Activities and Resources for Families on Pause

Indoor activities, games, and online classes to keep kids busy during the coronavirus pandemic.

Best LA Bike Rides, Trails, and Paths for Biking with Kids

As long as there are kids and bicycles, a family bike ride will always be a hit.

Free and Reduced Cost Summer Camps at Los Angeles Parks Enrolling Now for Summer 2020

The county is offering scholarships for in-person camps at 50 parks—first come, fist served!

Drive-in Movie Theaters Open around LA: Family Movie Nights Make a Retro Comeback

The return of LA's drive-in movies may be the best thing about this summer.

Zion National Park: A Guide for Families

Just the sight of Zion's sandstone cliffs and unique rock formations can inspire the soul.

Last Minute Campgrounds in Southern California for Escaping Los Angeles Today!

Pitch a tent tomorrow at one of these SoCal campgrounds that accommodate last minute campers.

Los Angeles School Year Begins in August, But Not On Campus for LAUSD

"Science has been our guide and will continue to be," says LAUSD head.

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

Iconic LA Street Art and Murals for Must-Have Angeleno Kid Photo Ops

Snap some of LA's best photo ops before the kids are too big to pose!

Top National Parks for Summer Vacation with the Kids

A trip to one of our national parks might be the perfect 2020 vacay.

Pick Your Own Strawberries and Cherries: Family Farms for Berry Picking near Los Angeles

Slather the sun screen, don a wide-brimmed hat, and start filling your basket with berries!

15 Backyard Science Experiments for Messy Summer Fun

Build a worm tower or bake solar oven s'mores in these fun experiments.

California Reopening Phase 2: What's Open and What's Closed in Los Angeles Now

Ready to head for the beach and work on that mask-shaped suntan?

Face Masks for Kids from Disney to DIY

We have your family covered with Disney, Old Navy, and no-sew masks.

Kids and Coronavirus: Facts and Symptoms of Mysterious Inflammatory Syndrome

This COVID-19 complication in kids is rare, but parents should be aware of symptoms.

Pregnancy and Childbirth in Coronavirus: New Mom, Doctor, Doula Answer FAQs

Having a baby is different now, but no less joyous.

School Calendars 2020-2021: Start & End Dates for Los Angeles County Schools

Wondering when vacation starts or ends, and how much time you'll have for family travel?

Best Free Online Workouts: Sports and Fitness Classes for Kids and Families

Family-friendly yoga, dance, soccer, and more.

Home Haircut Tips by Experts: How To Cut Kids' Hair in a Pandemic

Pro stylists offer their best tips to get you through an at-home haircut.

Plan a Virtual Birthday Party or Playdate with a Mermaid, Pirate, or Princess

Happily Ever Laughter' professional kids party entertainers are now online.

Best Virtual Party Performers and Kids Birthday Parties to Celebrate During COVID Isolation

Surprise your child with a virtual party starring one of these talented entertainers.

Giant List of Virtual Tours, Field Trips, and Museums with Free Educational Programming Online

From Buckingham Palace to Mt. Everest, visit some of the world's most famous landmarks from home!

Best Kids Enrichment Classes Now Online: STEM, Arts, Sports and More

Many programs are moving ahead with virtual offerings.

Science Experiments at Home: Make a Lava Lamp with Kids

Stuff you probably have at home can become this groovy science experiment.

Best Games Kids Can Play on Zoom Virtually with Friends

Connect and play with friends and family with these fun games perfect for virtual hangouts.

Best Board Games for All Ages: Two Dozen Picks for Family Game Night

Pandemic playtime is lots of fun with these all-ages pleasing picks.

Here Comes the Milkman! Dairy Delivery in LA and OC

Guess what? There actually are still milkmen in LA!

Best Podcasts for Kids Staying In: Funny, Smart, and Scientific Podcasts

There's never been a better time for podcasts. Prepare to download.

Musical Theater and Performing Arts Summer Camps in LA and OC

Singing, dancing, acting kids need summer to have a creative outlet—and a really big show!

Coronavirus FAQs for Parents: Expert Tips on Playgrounds, Playdates, Coughs

Hear from a pediatric infectious disease specialist on how to navigate coronavirus.

20+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Homeschool during the coronavirus crisis with these online lessons, apps, and more.

The Pepper and Soap Experiment for Kids: Easy Science Activity To Do at Home

Show kids the importance of washing their hands in an easy science experiment.

100 Things To Do with LA Kids Before They Grow Up

We can't stop them from growing up so fast, but we can try not to miss the bucket list items.

10 Waterfall Hikes Every LA Family Should Know

A hike to one of these Southland waterfalls is the stuff that family memories (and Facebook posts)...

Visit Rescued Seals and Sea Lions for Free at LA's Marine Mammal Care Center

Visit seals and sea lions rescued from local beaches at this San Pedro facility.

13 Family Memberships Worth Having As You Raise Your LA Kid

Get members-only benefits and perks with memberships to these key family-friendly spots.

100 Things To Do in California with Kids Before They Leave The Nest

There are at least 100 things in California worthy of any family's bucket list. How many have your...

25 Road Trips From Los Angeles for a Weekend Family Getaway

Eager to hit the road and put Los Angeles in your rear view mirror for a while?

Zipline Courses and Treetop Adventures for SoCal Kids

If you're raising a kid who loves a good adrenaline rush, it's time for a family outing in the tree...

Why Legoland Is My Favorite SoCal Theme Park

This family park in Carlsbad offers at least as much as the mouse and the wizard.

15 Best Campgrounds for Tent Camping with Kids Near LA

Perhaps the best thing about raising kids in SoCal is so much camping, so close by, so much of the...

These 8 Trampoline Parks Offer LA & OC Kids Wall-to-wall Jumping

Bounce and repeat. What more do we need to say?

10 LA Libraries with Great Play Spaces You Have To Try

When is a library more than just a library? When it has a playspace, for a start...

The Best Los Angeles Area Hiking Trails for Families

Kids climbing the walls? Sounds like it's time to take a hike.

Best Kid-Friendly Hotels for a Los Angeles Family Vacation

These LA hotels offer getaways with perks kids and parents will love.

7 Best Train Ride Day Trips To Take from Los Angeles

Want someone else to do the driving for your weekend getaway? Take the train and relax.

The Last Bookstore Is LA's Reading Playground for Kids Who Love Books

Visit DTLA's Instagrammable playground for book lovers.

Noah’s Ark at the Skirball: Is LA's Best Indoor Playground at a Museum?

This one-of-a-kind art installation is every LA kid's favorite play space.

14 Reasons To Visit the Getty Center with a Preschooler

Should you brave LA's iconic Getty Museum with the under-five set? Short answer? You definitely...

10 Stroller-friendly Hiking Trails for LA Parents To Hike with Toddlers

Some of us prefer hiking without someone on our back—and that's OK.

10 Special Libraries in LA & OC Worth a Drive Beyond Your Branch

Look beyond your local branch to some of these amazing SoCal libraries.

Joshua Tree: 12 Things Not To Miss with Kids in this Desert National Park

Easy hikes, fairy tale flora, and stunning vistas await at this national park

Jury Duty: How Can an LA Parent Cope with Jury Duty and Kids?

Because parents of school-age kids are not really the free agents that the system seems to assume...

Dragon's Breath: Liquid Nitrogen Is Cool, But Is It OK To Eat?

Ready to be the coolest parent on the block? You can't get much cooler than liquid nitrogen.

Top 10 Kids' Resale and Consignment Stores around Los Angeles

These second-hand boutiques make growth spurts less painful.

San Diego with Kids: 50 Best Things To Do Besides the San Diego Zoo

It will take a while to do all the things on this list, but chances are the weather will be great!

30 Things To Do with Kids in Downtown Los Angeles

Tourists and natives alike are often unsure whether to tackle Downtown with kids. It's worth it.

Los Angeles Visitor's Guide for Families

Southern California is so full of things to do with kids—where do you start?

Restaurants Guide for Los Angeles and Orange County Families

Los Angeles area restaurants that are great for kids and families, with play areas, happy hours...

Museum Guide for Kids in Los Angeles and Orange County

Like everything else, LA's museums are some of the best—and most unusual—in the world.

Hiking and Camping Guide for Los Angeles Families

Let other states boast about their cheese; we know they envy our weather. LA's hiking season starts...

10 Things Not To Miss in Hermosa Beach with the Kids

Sneaking away to the South Bay: they don't call this place Hermosa for nothing.

13 Family Memberships Worth Having As You Raise Your LA Kid

Get members-only benefits and perks with memberships to these key family-friendly spots.

Adventure Playground: Orange County's Park for Free-range Kids

It's the closest thing to playing in a vacant lot until the street lights come on.

A Family Day Out in Chinatown: 10 Things To Do with Kids

Think you know Chinatown? Think again—then pack the kids and head downtown.

Vienna with Kids: 35 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do in Austria's Capital

Vienna packs in museums, palaces, & sweet treats the way Mary Poppins packs surprises in her bag.

Disneyland with Baby? All You Need Is This Game Plan

Babies go free to the happiest place on earth, and these 12 tips make it easy, too!

25 Things To Do in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa with Kids

There is more to this community than just a pretty beach.

25 Top Palm Springs Resorts, Attractions, & Things To Do for Families

The desert resort with 350 days of sunshine per year is a great starting point for fun.

Olvera Street: a Day Trip to Mexico in the Heart of Downtown LA

DTLA's Calle Olvera is our oldest street, rich in history, shopping, and great eats.

25 Things To Do in Beverly Hills with Kids

There is more to Beverly Hills than swimming pools and movie stars—like these 25 kid-pleasers for a...

Orange County Fun: 30 Things To Do in Irvine with Kids

Right in the heart of Orange County, there's a train, a zoo, a hot air balloon, and a secret room...

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Free Things To Do Online this Week: Virtual Summer Festivals, Back-to-School, and The One and Only Ivan

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Roberta B , Aug 11 - Anyone else need a socially distanced weekend getaway?READ MORE

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Kaylynn Chiarello Ebner, Aug 10 - Can't make it to an in-person childbirth class? There are online options!READ MORE

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Ally Noel, Aug 6 - These supplies can help whether returning to the classroom or not.READ MORE

Things To Do in Los Angeles this Week: Live, In-Person Events, Concerts, Movies, and a Bioluminescent Boat Trip

Roberta B, Aug 5 - Mask up, because we don't have to let this summer end without going out for a bit of fun.READ MORE

Stay-at-Home Guide: 100s of Activities and Resources for Families on Pause

Indoor activities, games, and online classes to keep kids busy during the coronavirus pandemic.

Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide

Find a summer camp for every age and interest around LA and Orange County!

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

Best Games Kids Can Play on Zoom Virtually with Friends

Connect and play with friends and family with these fun games perfect for virtual hangouts.

Free Online Classes For Kids: Science, Art, Fitness, and More Free Enrichment

In a year when summer slide feels like it started in March, free online classes save the day!

Giant List of Virtual Tours, Field Trips, and Museums with Free Educational Programming Online

From Buckingham Palace to Mt. Everest, visit some of the world's most famous landmarks from home!