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11/3/11 - By Toby B

Well, folks, we made it through.  Our tricks were treated; our houses were haunted; our buckets were filled with more candy than we’ll ever be able to eat. Now it’s time to sit back, take a breath, and relax, before the onslaught of turkeys, trees, and jolly old elves begins. (Outdoor ice skating has begun already!)

In the spirit of restoration, we all get an extra hour of sleep this weekend. It’s the end of Daylight Savings Time for 2011, so in the wee hours of  November 6 the clock “falls back” an hour. Make sure to reset your clocks (and it’s a good time to check the batteries in your smoke alarm, as well).

This week's fun includes events for TwiHards, Muppet lovers, and kiddie music fans as well as one last chance for arachnophiles.

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Circus Vargas - Torrance
The high-flying circus moves to Torrance for a 2-week engagement.

Pasadena Model Railroad Club Fall Open House - Pasadena
Model railroaders wait months for the chance to view this club's fantastically lively and detailed display of trains.

Autumn Festival - Long Beach
Aquarium of the Pacific celebrates Asian culture with its 10th annual Autumn Festival.

Comikaze Expo - Downtown
Los Angeles gets its own pop culture expo, featuring panels and presentations from the worlds of comics, gaming, horror, sci-fi, fantasy and anime.

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 3

Twilight Cast Imprint Ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre - Hollywood
Whether you're Team Edward or Team Jacob, you'll want to be in Hollywood as the stars of the Twilight movies get their hand and footprints immortalized in Grauman's cement.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 5

Dan Zanes - Downtown
Dan Zanes creates music that is loved by kids and parents alike. Join him for this intimate performance at the Grammy Museum.

TSFY: Mendelssohn’s Mystical Landscapes - Downtown
The LA Phil presents a fun and fanciful concert series for kids 5 - 11. 

Long Beach Veterans Day Parade & Fair - Long Beach
Long Beach’s Annual Veteran’s Day Parade is an opportunity to teach your kids about our military heroes while honoring America’s veterans.

LA Opera Open House - Downtown
The  LA Opera offers free performances and workshops for the whole family.  Highlights include performances by Placido Domingo himself!

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6

Public Run Day Southern California Live Steamers - Torrance
Your toddler will love riding on this miniature scale railroad.

Day of the Dead Family Festival - Santa Ana
Explore the art and traditions of Mexico while honoring the memory and legacy of departed family members.

Día de los Muertos Street Festival - Canoga Park
The Valley's annual festival fills Sherman Way with live and "dead" entertainment.

Andell Family Sundays: Think Big - Mid-Wilshire
LACMA’s latest installment in its family art program examines super-sized art.

As always, there are many more activities listed on our daily events calendar.  Whatever you choose to do, have a wonderful weekend!