Did you know that Ramadan is celebrated by about a quarter of the world’s population? Observed by followers of Islam, this four-week period is a time of peace, fasting, introspection, doing good deeds and spending time with family and friends. Southern California Children's Museum is excited to host author Natasha Khan Kazi for a special […]
It’s never too young to start appreciating the importance of composting! Southern California Children's Museum and their friends from LA Compost on April 2nd at 10:30 AM for a reading of Composting for Community the new children’s book by LA Compost Founder & Executive Director Michael Martinez. After the educational storytime, kids will dive into a […]
Led by pediatric occupational therapist, Kira Bender, museum patrons will enjoy a reading of My Brain is Magic by Prasha Sooful, followed by a sensory playtime. Kira will lead a short workshop for caregivers focused on identifying supportive services for autistic children and encouraging inclusive relationships among all children. Kira will also provide a recommended book […]
Connections is a public project produced for the Southern California Children’s Museum by the nonprofit Drawing Together in collaboration with four artists: Karen Godfrey and Mary Duman from Wrightwood and Amy Bauer and Emily Gallagher from Los Angeles. The exhibit and workshops aim to explore our connection to each other and the planet and address social isolation. […]
Southern California Children's Museum presents Story & Craft Wednesday. Join SoCal for a read-aloud, and then bring the story to life through arts and crafts! This week's featured Story: The Little, Little House by Jessica Souhami. Did you know? May is Jewish American Heritage Month! Join SoCal in exploring the vibrant and varied contributions of Jewish Americans […]
Southern California Children's Museum presents Story & Craft Wednesday. Join SoCal for a read-aloud, and then bring the story to life through arts and crafts! This week's featured Story: The Little, Little House by Jessica Souhami. Did you know? May is Jewish American Heritage Month! Join SoCal in exploring the vibrant and varied contributions of Jewish Americans […]
Discover how the Jewish community celebrates Shabbat at an interactive storytime on Saturday, May 18th, at 10:30 AM. Join award-winning recording artist Karen Golden for a delightful session, followed by a sensory playcraft where you can learn to make salt-dough challah. You might even pick up a little Hebrew and Yiddish! Admission is free for […]
Southern California Children's Museum Storytime & Craft: Featured Story: Lon PoPo by Ed Young. Each week during Story & Craft, we bring stories to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for our toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures, and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts, and songs! Enjoy […]
Southern California Children's Museum presents a short lesson and demonstration of Hula ‘Auana for the keiki (children), led by Halau Hula Ke ‘Alohi O ‘Ilikai – Academy of Polynesian Arts! Activities are *FREE* with admission! ABOUT HALAU HULA KE ‘ALOHI O ‘ILIKAI – ACADEMY OF POLYNESIAN ARTS Halau Hula Ke ‘Alohi O ‘Ilikai – Academy […]
Featured Story: The Night World by Mordicai Gerstein courtesy of PJ Library. Each week during Story & Craft, bring stories to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures, and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts, and songs! Enjoy cultural lessons driven by heritage […]
Children's Museum has partnered with Little Renegades Co. to bring you a weekly program aimed at introducing kids to breathing exercises, sensory awareness, stretching, mantras, and easy meditations. Kids will enjoy storytime followed by a mindfulness exercise every week! No special equipment is needed. *Event is free with the costs of admission
Playhouse Village invites you to join in the inaugural Obon Week, celebrating the traditional Japanese holiday of honoring loved ones. From August 12 – 17, visitors can enjoy activities such as making miniature Torii, exploring a koi fish sensory bin, creating yukata puppets, and crafting floating lanterns. Special guests include performers from Makoto Taiko, author […]
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