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Torrance Cherry Blossom Cultural Festival
Get set for an eclectic mix of cultural performances—plus a dazzling array of crafts by local artisans, an even greater variety of tasty cuisine, and more! The free festival includes performances from artists representing cultures around the world. The Torrance Craftsmen's Guild invites artists and craft creators to display and sell their work; and there are activities like learning to make origami and face painting. We'll announce the schedule as we get closer to the event but plan now to…
Find out more »Annual SpringFest
Is parking available? There is plenty of FREE parking at the event, in nearby parking lots. What does it cost to get into the event? Admission is FREE. Where can I buy tickets for carnival rides? All tickets may be purchased at the event. Thursday ONLY, all carnival rides are just $1! Wristbands cost $30 Each—Valid Friday from 5pm to 11pm—Valid Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm Tickets cost $1.25 each….$25 for a book of 20….$30 for…
Find out more »Urban Ocean Festival
Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm Age: All ages Price: Included with general admission The Aquarium of the Pacific invites families to explore and celebrate Southern California’s coast during its annual Urban Ocean Festival. The event includes art exhibitions, a fashion show and contest for designs using recycled materials, mural painting, poetry readings, booths, and educational activities. Urban Ocean boat cruises exploring the local coast and port complex are available during the weekend at an additional cost.
Find out more »Drag Queen Story Hour
Drag Queen Story Hour is a storytime event for children of all ages. Los Angeles' most glittering, magical drag queens read quirky and progressive children's books. The event features Valora von Tease and is hosted by Michael Roybal-Gonzalez.
Find out more »The Silent Treatment Film Series
About the Event Watch silent films the way they were meant to be seen—on the big screen with live musical accompaniment. Showcasing a wide variety of early cinema in the best available formats, The Silent Treatment is a long-running silent movie film series curated by film archivists Brandee Cox and Steven Hill. Clash of the Wolves (1925) Canine star Rin Tin Tin plays Lobo, a half-wolf, half-dog “combining the savage strength of the wild with the intelligence of his dog ancestry,” who saves a local Borax…
Find out more »Family Storytime featuring “We are the Gardeners”
Saturday March 30, 2019 11:00 AM Famous HGTV show Fixer Upper star Joanna Gaines has many fans, now she has one more role -- children's book writer. Her new children's book, We are the Gardeners, chronicles the adventures of starting a family garden. Trying something new isn't always easy, but the hardest work often yields the greatest reward. This Saturday, you can visit a Barnes and Noble bookstore for a special storytime book event under the theme of her new book, together…
Find out more »James and the Giant Peach
Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach is now a musical for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring a wickedly tuneful score by the Tony Award-winning team of Pasek and Paul (Dogfight, Dear Evan Hansen, and A Christmas Story the Musical) and a curiously quirky book by Timothy Allen McDonald (Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley), critics rave: James and the Giant Peach is a "masterpeach!"
Find out more »LA Spring Fair
March 29 - April 21, 2019 FRI: 5-11PM • SAT: NOON-11PM SUN: NOON-10PM • WED-THU: 5-10PM La Prada Event Plaza (Whittier Narrows Park, South El Monte, California) NO OPEN TOED SHOES. CIRCUS ATTRACTION SHOWTIMES (included in admission price): Weekdays (Wed./Thurs./Fri.): 6:30PM and 8:30PM Weekends (Sat/Sun): 4:15PM, 6PM and 8:30PM. MAGIC SHOW SHOWTIMES (included in admission Price): Weekends Only (Sat/Sun): 12:30PM, 2PM, 3:45PM AND 5:15PM. As seen on "America’s Got Talent" and the Magic Castle. Currently competing on “Tengo Talento Mucho Talento”…
Find out more »WonderCon
The WonderCon Anaheim Program Book is the official guide to the event. This full-color, 120-page publication features bios and photos of all our special guests, the complete programming schedule (including anime, games, the Masquerade, and portfolio review schedules), maps, and important information essential to our attendees. The book is given FREE to all attendees (while supplies last) when they pick up their badges. Make sure you get yours when you go to Hall E to pick up your book, lanyard and bag…
Find out more »Easter Bunny Arrival at Montclair Place
Dance with the DJ Center Court, 10A Every Bunny ready for a Celebration? Hop on over to welcome the Easter Bunny with a Dance DJ! The Easter Bunny Arrives! Center Court, 11A Join the Easter Bunny at the tree house in Center Court. Bring your basket and Hop on over for fun filled Easter Egg Hunt. Bunny FastPass Reservations can be made here. Free Puppet Show Center Court, Noon It's Spring puppet show for Easter! Free Storytime with Barnes & Noble…
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