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SUMMARY:Whale Bones at Otis Booth Pavilion
DESCRIPTION:ONGOING EXHIBIT – Natural History Museum\nUnveiling 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. \n \nA Whale of a Welcome\nThe 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. \n \nNature and Architecture Blend\nThe 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. \n \nA Glimpse into the Ocean Depths\nThe 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. \n \nA Legacy of Inspiration\nThe 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. \n \nDon’t Miss This Wonder\nOn 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. \n\n \n900 Exposition Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90007 \nThe 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. \nThe 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.” \n\nHOURS\nMonday – Sunday: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm\nEVERY FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: CLOSED \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nnhm.org/experience-nhm\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/whale-bones-at-otis-booth-pavilion/2024-07-25/
LOCATION:Natural History Museum\, 900 Exposition Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90007\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Los Angeles,Education,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:KIDS CLUB AT THE GROVE
DESCRIPTION:EVERY THURSDAY– THE GROVE \nJoin 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! \nParticipating restaurants are offering complimentary meals and treats for the little ones when you make a qualifying purchase.\n \n \n  \nHours\nThursday: 10:00am- 11:00am  and  11:00am – 12:00pm \n\n\n \n\nJoin 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. \n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\n\nTake A Ride O The Trolley\n\nTake 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. \n \nTake 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. \nTrolley Hours\nSunday – Thursday: 12:00pm – 8:00pm\nFriday – Saturday: 1:00pm – 9:00pm \nThe Trolley recharges daily in its depot from 3PM – 4:30PM. \nADMISSION IS FREE!\n\n  \nTHE GROVE HOURS\nMONDAY – THURSDAY: 10AM – 9PM\nFRIDAY & SATURDAY: 10AM – 10PM\nSUNDAY: 11AM – 8PM \nFOR SPECIFIC HOURS OF OPERATION AT YOUR FAVORITE SHOPPING AND DINING DESTINATIONS CONTACT CARUSO CONCIERGE AT 323.900.8080. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nthegrovela.com/events/\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
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LOCATION:THE GROVE\, 189 The Grove Dr \, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Fairfax District,Education,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Kids Eat Free,Parks
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SUMMARY:Pacific Marine Mammal Center
DESCRIPTION:OPEN DAILY – Laguna Beach\nWELCOME 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. \nOPEN DAILY FROM 10:00 am TO 4:00 pm\n \nReservations 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. \n\n\nBOOK YOUR GROUP HERE!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n20612 Laguna Canyon Road Laguna Beach\, CA 92651 \nHISTORY\nPacific Marine Mammal Center began as Friends of the Sea Lion in 1971 with only three volunteers: Jim Stauffer\, John Cunningham\, and Dr. Rose Ekeberg. \nIn 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.  \nConcern 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. \n \nMISSION STATEMENT\n“The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues\, rehabilitates\, and releases marine mammals and inspires ocean stewardship through research\, education\, and collaboration.” \nRescue\n \nUnlike 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. \nRehabilitation\n \nWhen 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. \nMost 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. \nRelease\n \nOnce 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. \nEducation\nIt 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. \nResearch\n \nAn 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. \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.pacificmmc.org/beach-cleanups\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/pacific-marine-mammal-center/2024-07-25/
LOCATION:Laguna Beach\, 20612 Laguna Canyon Road\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Laguna Beach,Education,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Spaces & Places
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