DISCOVER AND GO FREE MUSEUM TICKETS
2024-04-25 | LA County Library, CA, United States
EXPLORE SOCAL MUSEUMS FOR FREE – LA County Library
Enjoy FREE MUSEUM TICKETS for you and your family! Discover the art, history, and culture of Los Angeles County on family day as you explore exhibits in partnered museums of LA County Library! Visit the website to claim passes to any of these museums: Catalina Island Museum, La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, and Natural History Museum of Los Angeles.
With your LA County Library card, you can reserve family passes to local museums and cultural institutions for free through Discover & Go.
How to Reserve a Pass:

Visit the Discover & Go portal and log in using your library card number and PIN.
Browse by museum or date.
Make a reservation by selecting a date and venue.
Shortly before your visit, print out your pass.
Note: You cannot cancel your passes once they have been printed.
Enjoy your visit!

Program Requirements:
Only adults ages 18 and over with a full-access library card in good standing can reserve Discover & Go passes – this means your account is not barred or blocked. Digital library cards may not be used to reserve passes. Contact your local library to check on your account status.
Notes About Pass Reservations:

You can make reservations up to 3 months in advance. New tickets are released on the first of each month.
All free tickets are first-come, first-served until all tickets are exhausted for the month.
You can have up to 2 active reservations at a time.
Please read all the details on each venue before making a reservation, as details vary for each museum.
For some museums, passes are restricted to 1-per-calendar-year per customer. Double-check the dates for these, and don’t print them until you’re sure you can attend!
Reservations can be canceled only if the pass has not been printed. Log into Discover & Go to cancel your reservation online.
The pass is only valid for the name and date on the pass. A valid photo ID is required for admission.

PARTICIPATING PARTNERS
CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM

LA BREA TAR PITS & MUSEUM

NATIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY

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check out books, magazines, and DVDs
place holds and accesses your account online
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use the Library’s public computers and internet
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Library Cards for Children and Teens
There is no minimum age requirement to apply for a library card. Children under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their library card application. Parents/guardians can restrict their child from checking out DVDs. For a child to access the Internet, parents/guardians must be present and fill out an Internet Access Permission form. All fees related to lost or damaged items or lost library cards are the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
How to Get a PIN
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How to Access Your Account

You can access your library account by logging into the online catalog and clicking “My Account.” From here, you can:

Renew items, check due dates, and view fees
Check the status of holds, cancel holds, change pickup location
Place a vacation hold by entering the dates you will be gone and we will delay your hold until you return
Update your address and phone number
Change your PIN Update your email

For additional information, visit the website @
lacountylibrary.org/discover/

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Whale Bones at Otis Booth Pavilion
2024-04-25 09:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Natural History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90007, United States
ONGOING EXHIBIT – Natural History Museum
Unveiling the Wonders of the Otis Booth Pavilion! Prepare to be amazed as you approach the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. The iconic Otis Booth Pavilion greets you with a breathtaking sight: a giant fin whale skeleton suspended in sunlight streaming through expansive glass walls. This awe-inspiring centerpiece sets the stage for an unforgettable exploration within.

A Whale of a Welcome
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County stuns from the start. The iconic Otis Booth Pavilion boasts a breathtaking centerpiece: a giant fin whale skeleton suspended in sunlight streaming through expansive glass walls. This awe-inspiring sight sets the stage for an unforgettable exploration.

Nature and Architecture Blend
The Otis Booth Pavilion transcends its role as an entrance. It’s a harmonious blend of nature and architecture. The sleek design seamlessly integrates with the surroundings, while retractable glass walls blur the lines between indoors and outdoors. As you step inside, lush greenery from the Nature Gardens extends into the pavilion, inviting you to connect with nature before even entering the museum.

A Glimpse into the Ocean Depths
The pavilion’s centerpiece, the 85-foot fin whale skeleton, is a magnificent spectacle. This gentle giant offers a glimpse into the ocean’s depths and the incredible diversity of life on Earth. The intricate details of the bones, from the massive skull to the delicate flippers, reveal the anatomy and adaptations of these remarkable creatures.

A Legacy of Inspiration
The Otis Booth Pavilion stands as a testament to The Otis Booth Foundation’s generosity and dedication to fostering scientific exploration and education. This remarkable structure serves not only as a stunning entrance but also embodies the museum’s commitment to inspiring curiosity and wonder in visitors of all ages.

Don’t Miss This Wonder
On your next visit, take a moment to appreciate the architectural marvel that welcomes you. The Otis Booth Pavilion, with its awe-inspiring whale bones, is more than just an entrance; it’s a symbol of wonder, discovery, and our deep connection to the natural world.

900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is the largest natural and historical museum in the western United States. Its collections include nearly 35 million specimens and artifacts and cover 4.5 billion years of history. This large collection comprises not only specimens for exhibition but also vast research collections housed on and offsite.
The museum is associated with two other museums in Greater Los Angeles: the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits in Hancock Park and the William S. Hart Ranch and Museum in Newhall. The three museums work together to achieve their common mission: “to inspire wonder, discovery, and responsibility for our natural and cultural worlds.”

HOURS
Monday – Sunday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
EVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CLOSED

For additional information, visit the website @
nhm.org/experience-nhm

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KIDS CLUB AT THE GROVE
2024-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | THE GROVE, 189 The Grove Dr , CA, 90036, United States
EVERY THURSDAY– THE GROVE
Join us for Kids Club at The Grove every Thursday from 10 am to 12 am. Kids Club offers fun-filled programs that will ignite your little one’s imagination, wonder and strength through play. Get ready to enter a magical world of interactive games, music, and entertainment for all! Kids, parents, and caregivers are invited to experience a weekly dose of fun, featuring live music, storytelling, puppet shows and so much more!
Participating restaurants are offering complimentary meals and treats for the little ones when you make a qualifying purchase.

Hours
Thursday: 10:00am- 11:00am and 11:00am – 12:00pm

Join us at Los Angeles’ favorite shopping, dining and lifestyle destination. Explore a mix of retail, restaurants and entertainment in an open-air environment pulsing with style and energy. Visit with friends and family to shop, dine and make memories under the California sun.

The Grove is open seven days a week, 365 days a year. Rain or shine, we offer guests from around the world a shopping, dining and entertainment experience like none other.

Take A Ride O The Trolley

Take a ride on our double-decker trolley! Built on an historic undercarriage from a 1950s Boston street car, The Grove trolley travels along First Street between The Grove and The Original Farmers Market, taking you on an exciting tour of the property. Powered electrically, The Grove trolley is the first use of inductive power technology in the U.S. for a transit system.

Take a break from shopping and dining to relax under the sunshine in The Park, enjoy our beautiful dancing fountain, or go for a trolley ride across property.
Trolley Hours
Sunday – Thursday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday – Saturday: 1:00pm – 9:00pm
The Trolley recharges daily in its depot from 3PM – 4:30PM.
ADMISSION IS FREE!

THE GROVE HOURS
MONDAY – THURSDAY: 10AM – 9PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 10AM – 10PM
SUNDAY: 11AM – 8PM
FOR SPECIFIC HOURS OF OPERATION AT YOUR FAVORITE SHOPPING AND DINING DESTINATIONS CONTACT CARUSO CONCIERGE AT 323.900.8080.

For additional information, visit the website @
thegrovela.com/events/

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Pacific Marine Mammal Center
2024-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Laguna Beach, 20612 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, United States
OPEN DAILY – Laguna Beach
WELCOME TO THE PACIFIC MARINE MAMMAL CENTER! The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates, and releases marine mammals, and in doing so we contribute to ocean science and conservation. See some of our current rescued patients recovering! We are run primarily by volunteers who will greet you in our visitor yard and introduce you to our California sea lions, Northern elephant seals, Pacific harbor seals, or Northern fur seal patients. Our visitor yard features interactive displays, marine mammal artifacts, and a Treasure Trove gift shop. There is no charge for admission, but donations are appreciated! PMMC also offers educational programs for all ages.
OPEN DAILY FROM 10:00 am TO 4:00 pm

Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more only, smaller groups need not make reservations. We are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

BOOK YOUR GROUP HERE!

20612 Laguna Canyon Road Laguna Beach, CA 92651
HISTORY
Pacific Marine Mammal Center began as Friends of the Sea Lion in 1971 with only three volunteers: Jim Stauffer, John Cunningham, and Dr. Rose Ekeberg.
In the spring of 1971, a little girl approached Jim Stauffer, a Newport Beach lifeguard, on the beach. The little girl told Jim that she had seen a seal on the beach. Jim hopped in his lifeguard jeep and went to go investigate. What he found was a young Pacific harbor seal. When Jim placed the animal in his jeep, it leaped right out. Jim decided the animal must be healthy and just needed to rest, so he returned to work.
Concern for the animal nagged at him all day. When Jim returned to check on the small seal, it was still on the beach. Jim picked up the seal and took it to the Dover Shores Animal Hospital, where Dr. Rod La Shell examined the animal and found that it had lungworms. With advice from Dr. La Shell, Jim nursed the harbor seal back to health and released the animal back into the ocean.

MISSION STATEMENT
“The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates, and releases marine mammals and inspires ocean stewardship through research, education, and collaboration.”
Rescue

Unlike whales and dolphins, seals and sea lions don’t have to remain in the water in order to survive. The animals beach themselves to be warm and dry when feeling ill. They seek rest on land for a variety of reasons and are not always in need of intervention. Our staff is trained to recognize animals suffering from infections, malnourishment, pneumonia, gill net strangulation, etc. which can harm an animal’s chance for survival.
Rehabilitation

When a “patient” is admitted, our staff performs all necessary procedures under the direction and protocols set by the Animal Care Director and our Veterinary Medical Director. During the course of rehabilitation, animals require a variety of treatments such as administration of antibiotics and subcutaneous fluids, tube feeding, force-feeding, wound care, etc.
Most animals come in dehydrated and the most effective means to provide fluids and nourishment is through tube feeding. The process requires the blending of fish, electrolytes, warm water, vitamins, and medication into a fish formula. This formula is fed to the animals by inserting a flexible tube into the stomach using large syringes. As soon as the animals are hydrated and stable, we wean them to eat whole fish.
Release

Once an animal has gained an optimal weight and is competing for food, it’s ready for release. Prior to release, each animal is tagged with an identification number. The color-coded tags indicate the animal has been rehabilitated and helps identify the specific animal and care center in case the animal needs care in the future. We strive to return every one of our patients back to the wild once their care with us is complete.
Education
It is not enough to rescue and rehabilitate these animals. We must communicate what needs to be done so that positive change can happen. PMMC strives to inspire ocean stewardship in all generations through sharing the stories of the animals we assist. Over 50,000 people learn about conservation by talking with our education docents and interacting with exhibits in our visitor yard each year. We welcome over 7,000 children, most through our free programs for at-risk communities, in our onsite experiential-based education programs that teach the importance of marine science and eco-friendly behavior. Our outreach team engages thousands of more people in offsite programs, which share the importance of community involvement. Additionally, through distance learning technology, our education department brings conservation messaging to children and adults all over the nation and internationally.
Research

An important part of marine mammal recovery is ongoing research. Research is being done to find the pathological conditions that affect the marine mammals of Southern California. Only through this research are we able to discover the cause-effect relationships that can help us to understand the best means to rehabilitate our marine mammal patients.

For additional information, visit the website @
www.pacificmmc.org/beach-cleanups

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