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'Fun for Kids' Events at the Library'
See all the events going on for kids at the Central Library, and the libraries in the Central/Southern Area, East Valley Area, Hollywood Area, Northeast Area, West Valley Area, and Western Area. 

 
 Things To Do

  Los Angeles Defenders
The Official site of the NBA Development League

 

 


 Free Public Star Parties and Other Events - Griffith Observatory's Calendar of Events
A Star Party is a chance for the whole family to look at the Sun, Moon, visible planets, and other objects. You can try out a variety of telescopes and to talk to knowledgeable amateur astronomers about the sky and their equipment. 

 

 


 Enjoy FREE nutritious lunches and snacks for youth ages 1 through 18
Eat FREE and healthy lunches and snacks at City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks' recreation centers while you're on track or during summer vacation. 

 


 Enjoy 'Wonderful Outdoor World' Overnight Camping Adventures
Meet Smokey the Bear and have other fantastic adventures such as stargazing, hiking, fishing, meet forest animals (including night creatures) while learning about recycling, nature, astronomy and much more! 


 Enjoy CLASS (Clean and Safe Spaces) PARKS Adventure Programs and Teen Club
CLASS (Clean and Safe Spaces) PARKS provide safe and supervised after school and weekend enrichment. This adventure-based recreation program includes teen clubs, river rafting, camping, horseback riding, mountain biking and more! 

 


 City of Los Angeles' Department of Recreation and Parks - Annual Special Events
The Recreation and Parks' Annual Special Events Calendar offers information about annual special events including Griffith Park's Light Festival, Lotus Festival, Summer Lunchtime Concerts and Salute to Recreation! 

 


 Enjoy water fun all year long at Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks aquatic facilities
Become a junior lifeguard, ride water slides, swim, fish, experience aquatic competition, enjoy water sports and much more! Learning can be fun. Learn to swim, kayak, or just to be safe in the water. Explore www.laparks.org aquatic pages to learn more! 

 


 Youth sports programs are open to most ages of children. Join today to get active!
Join youth sports and learn about the thrill of competition. Tournament play is offered for Basketball, Baseball, Flag Football, Softball and Soccer. Visit this link to find out about all our youth sports programs! 

 

 


 Tregnan Golf Academy introduces the game of golf to youth and teaches golfing skills that last
The academy reaches out to young people from urban areas that have little or no exposure to the game by making the academy accessible, affordable and enjoyable. Learn to love the game of golf! 

 

 


 L.A. Kids program offers additional FREE recreational and sports activities to youth ages 5 to 18.
Some activities include: dance, sports, piano, gymnastics, arts and crafts, boxing, tennis, golf, martial arts, drama, cheer leading, Baseball, Girls Softball, Soccer and Basketball and after school tutoring. 

 

 


 Experience the thrill of nature with some of the comforts of home - your family!
You can do as much or as little as you want. The camping section's Family Outings Program includes lodging in a heated cabin and four meals served in a rustic dining hall. Also planned are hikes, games, relaxing time, music, campfires and more. 

 

 


 City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks - Calendar of Events
Recreation centers provide children a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Our online calendar is a collection of fun events for all ages provided by various recreation centers throughout the City. 

 

 


 Griffith Park's Calendar of Events plus Pony Rides, Merry-Go-Round Rides, and more
Griffith Park is an ideal environment for enjoyable activities with your family. View our Calendar of Events or come to the park for our daily attractions such as merry-go-round rides, pony rides, and much more! 

 


Learn to play an instrument, sharpen your skills, and make new friends in the Music LA Program!
Visit the DCA website for information on current Music LA programs. For specific information on class schedules, program offerings, enrollment details, and to-pre-register for a class, contact a Music LA site near you today! 


Stretch your imagination with painting, drawing, sculpting, acting, and more!!
Check out the Department of Cultural Affairs website to see how you can sign up. 


Grandparents and Books (GAB) at the Library
See when volunteers are reading aloud to children at the Central Library, and the libraries in the Central/Southern Area, East Valley Area, Hollywood Area, Northeast Area, West Valley Area, and Western Area. 

'Fun for Kids' Events at the Library
See all the events going on for kids at the Central Library, and the libraries in the Central/Southern Area, East Valley Area, Hollywood Area, Northeast Area, West Valley Area, and Western Area.

Places To Go  

Find a park near your home and have your own kind of fun!
The Department of Recreation and Parks maintains a variety of parks and playgrounds for you and your family to enjoy! Explore www.laparks.org park listings to find the best park near your home. 

 

 


 Learn about cowboys and Indians, the Civil War, historic boats and much more at local museums!
L.A. Recreation and Parks maintains several museums. These are exciting places to see and learn of our history. Griffith Parks' Travel Town Train Museum even has a birthday car that can be rented for parties!

 

 

  
 Horticulture centers and gardens please all types of nature lovers!
These centers are there for you to enjoy. Some have trees that are the oldest and largest of their kind in California and even the United States. Others offer community gardens where you can plant your own vegetables or pick fruit to take home! 

 

 

 
 Experience sports and other programs available at recreation centers throughout the City!
Stop by your local recreation center to see all the exciting programs offered that you may want to join. Visit this Web page to get a complete list of recreation centers, phone numbers, and addresses to explore. 

 

 


 Visit Universally Accessible Playgrounds where children of all abilities can play side-by-side!
The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks operates several Universally Accessible Playgrounds including wheelchair-accessible slides, etc. Ride on ramps, enjoy different kinds of fun and make friends! 


Find a Library Near You
Use your zip code to find libraries near you on an interactive map.

 
Get Help With Your Homework
Here you can find all kinds of help for your school work, including databases, selected web sites and even live homework help from a tutor! 

 
e-books for e-kids
An online collection of animated, talking picture books 

 
Cultural Centers and Theaters
Come visit the art centers to experience and learn more about all kinds of art. 

Games

 

L. A. Recreation and Parks Kid Zone is a collection of links and activities for kids to enjoy online
Arts, business, community interest, history, math, and reading are some of the many categories you can choose from to find cool kid links! These links were gathered to interest and help kids like you! 

 

 

 

L. A. Recreation and Parks Teen Zone is a collection of links and activities for Web surfing teens.
Arts, business, community interest, education, health and science are some of the many categories you can choose from to find cool teen links! These links were gathered to entertain and inspire teenagers surfing online!

 

LA Public Library Flash Games
Coloring books, puzzles, word search and more, all with a library theme. 

 
EMD Coloring
Enjoy these learning games, created just for you! Color the letters of how people might feel after an earthquake or do some color drawing 

 Kids' Sites
 
Emergency Management Just For Children
Being prepared means learning about disasters that can happen in Los Angeles. It is important that you know what to do before, during and after disasters. Visit this site for learning activities and more information.

Public Library Kids Path
Go to the Library’s Kids Path to use the Kids Catalog, find out about great books, get homework help, and much much more!

Recreation and Parks Kid’s Zone
The Recreation and Parks website Kid’s Zone has many links to great art, history, and math sites plus more.

Sanitation’s Kids Love L.A.
Keep Los Angeles beautiful and discover how to make a difference for your city and environment. Have fun learning more about recycling and litter prevention. You are the wave of the future.

Vinny’s Hangout of Los Angeles World Airports
Vinny’s Hangout is a special page for all of you kids interested in aviation. Here you can have fun with some cool games and activities provided by Vinny, Van Nuys Airport’s colorful mascot and Southern California’s first kid-friendly educational airplane.

Zoo Fun Zone
Want to test your memory with Creature Concentration? Create a postcard with a personalized message? Or save a wallpaper image for your computer so our black bear can peek at you whenever you boot up? Now you can! Visit this page where you can also download and print adorable animal coloring pages.


 

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