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How to Train Your Dragon at El Dorado Park in Long Beach

Pam — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:00:27 +0000

September 1: Gather family and friends, bring chairs, blankets, snacks or a picnic dinner for a special movie screened in the park. Wednesday, movie starts at dusk. Free. El Dorado East Regional Park
7550 E. Spring St. (562) 570-1773 www.longbeach.gov

Free Kids Meal at Chick-fil-A in Long Beach

Pam — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:00:45 +0000

August 31: When parents buy any combo meal, kids receive a FREE four-piece nugget kids meal, plus today enjoy a puppet show. Courtesy of John Howard (owner/operator). Tuesday, 5-9 p.m. 7681 Carson Blvd. (562) 425-4CFA.

Annual Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach

Pam — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:00:30 +0000

Through August 29: Kids can throw clay in the potter’s booth, see a glass-blowing demonstration, or take a seat in the Children’s Art Space (5+) to create different projects daily, from bracelets and bark people to wax works and wind chimes. Live entertainment includes music, jugglers and puppet shows. 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Adults, $7.50; kids (6-12), $3. 935 Laguna Canyon Rd. (949) 494-3030. www.sawdustartfestival.org

75th Annual Laguna Beach Festival of the Arts

Pam — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 03:00:07 +0000

Through August 31: This famous festival features art demonstrations, art workshops for adults and kids, art tours, music and dance performances and artisan vendors. Daily, 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. $7; kids (under 12), free. (949) 494-1145. www.lagunafestivalofarts.org

August at Pretend City Children’s Museum

Pam — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:15:53 +0000

August 1- 31: Theme: Pretend City’s 1st Birthday! Join the museum as they celebrate their 1st birthday including music, party games, parades and much more. Call for daily activity or visit their Web site for more details. Pretend City Children’s Museum, 49 Hubble, Irvine. (949) 428-3900. www.pretendcity.org

Zorro Exhibit at the Mission San Juan Capistrano

Pam — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:03:14 +0000

June 1 – August 31: Explore the history and legend of Zorro with original memorabilia featured from international media in film, television, stage and publishing. Daily, free with admission. (949) 234-1300. 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. www.missionsjc.com

How to Train Your Dragon at Veterans Park in Long Beach

Pam — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:00:49 +0000

August 30: Gather family and friends, bring chairs, blankets, snacks or a picnic dinner for a special movie screened in the park. Monday, movie starts at dusk. Free.Veterans Park, 101 E. 28th St. (562) 570-1695. www.longbeach.gov

Stories and Cocoa at Portfolio

Pam — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:00:44 +0000

Sundays: A popular storytime (all ages) at a funky neighborhood coffeehouse. 10 a.m. Free. 2300 E. 4th St., Long Beach. (562) 434-2486. www.portfoliocoffeehouse.com

Monday Night at the Movies in Cerritos

Pam — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:00:05 +0000

Mondays, through August 30: Movies for the whole family in the amphitheater at Liberty Park. Bring a blanket, chairs are not allowed. Amphitheater gates open at 7 p.m. Free. Liberty Park, 19211 Studebaker Road. (562) 916-8565. www.cerritos.us

Kids Bowl Free All Summer

Pam — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:16:28 +0000

through August 30: Select bowling centers and schools around the country are participating in the first ever “Kids Bowl Free” program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Daily. Register on their Web site. Locations vary. www.kidsbowlfree.com