Roundhouse Aquarium
2025-09-16 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Roundhouse Aquarium, Manhattan Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90267, United States
OPEN DAILY- Manhattan Beach Pier
The Roundhouse Aquarium is located at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier. The Roundhouse has undergone a recent revitalization through a $4 million capital project spearheaded by the Harrison Greenberg Foundation. The new Roundhouse Aquarium educates and inspires more than 300,000 visitors every year. It is managed and operated by the nonprofit oceanic and environmental organization Oceanographic Teaching Stations, Inc. (OTS), whose mission is to connect and engage visitors and students to the oceans through hands-on interactive experiences with marine life and habitats of southern California, and to inspire them to become good stewards of our environment.
OTS’ programs at the Roundhouse Aquarium promote the study of the oceans, tidelands and beaches of Southern California through a wide slate of science-based and standards-aligned education programs with its immersive and engaging exhibits of a diverse array of marine life. More than 100 marine animals from Southern California’s waters live at the aquarium, many are native to its local waters in the Santa Monica Bay. Notable wildlife include moon jellies, sharks, octopus, sheepshead, moray eels, lobsters, and more – as well as a touch tank with sea stars, sea cucumbers, sea urchins and sea snails. The aquarium prides itself on being family oriented. It’s a great place for kids to take their parents!

Come SEA our Marine Exhibits
Get to know the habitats within Southern California by visiting our diverse marine exhibits. These exhibits are showcased within 4 Aquarium Galleries.

Marine Habitat Gallery

Rocky Reef Tank
The Rocky Reef shows us what reefs in the cold California waters look like. They are similar to coral reefs but are made up of rocks instead of corals. They are just as important of a habitat as coral reefs and often serve as a nursery for many types of juvenile fish.
Kelp Forest Tank
The Kelp Forest tank represents a distinct southern California marine habitat. This tank shows us what it looks like to swim at the edge of the kelp forest, where rocks become scarcer and sand more plentiful. Many of the animals in the tank can live their life deep within the kelp forest or at the very edge. Those animals at the edges can even camouflage in the sand.

Education Gallery

Deep Kelp Forest Tank
These tanks represent a very diverse and abundant habitat, the kelp forest! The giant kelp that grows 2 feet a day, provides food and shelter for many different animals. Not only is this habitat important for animals, but it is also important to humans as well! Seaweeds, like kelp, produce about 70% of our oxygen through photosynthesis. So, take a deep breath and thank kelp!
Tide Pool Tank
All the animals that you can find in our touch tank live in a habitat called a tide pool. When the tide is low and the water has receded, pools of water are left in between rocks which form the tide pools. In Southern California, we have 2 high tides and 2 low tides every day, which means the animals’ habitat is always changing. They must have special adaptations that allow them to live in such a dynamic habitat.
Pier Piling Tank
Have you ever wondered what is under the pier? This tank will give you a good idea! Pier pilings, while man made, do create a habitat for lots of animals ranging from mussels, to crabs, to fish and rays. The fish can either hide amongst the mussels or lay on the sand under the pier among the rays.

Marine Science Gallery

Jewel Tank
See our animals in the spotlight with cool adaptive traits like our spotted rose anemone that has biofluorescence and our baby swell shark eggs that can camouflage as seaweed. The baby swell sharks are really cute when they hatch out too!
Pipefish Tank
The Pipefish tank is an example of a mudflat with eelgrass beds that act as a nursery for young fish and young sting rays. See if you can spot a pipefish in the eelgrass.
Artificial Reef Tank
The Artificial Reef tank is an examples of man-made structures left behind that now act as reefs teaming with life from sea anemones on rock scallops to sea stars to juvenile rockfish. Can you see the bright orange Garibaldi with blue spots?
Octopus Tank
The octopus tank is an example of a deep water habitat brought to life for our guests to see. It features anemones and rock scallops on the reef which also add structure and microhabitats to the reef. The decorator crab uses the colonial strawberry anemones to help decorate its body to camouflage with the reef. There are small but colorful rockfish like the half-banded rockfish that stay close to the rocks and use them as shelter.
Kid’s Kelp Corner
Have you ever wondered oh why, oh why did my goldfish die? Come find the answer in the Kid’s Kelp Corner. You can also relax and read the many ocean related books in our library while watching our inquisitive freshwater fish.
Discovery Center
Come check out what it means to be a scientist! Observe plankton, learn about the food chain, and discover some of the aquarium’s smallest residents.
Seahorse Tank
Seahorses are some of the most fragile sea creatures in the ocean, and they can camouflage to look like seaweed, eelgrass, or even sea fans. They use their tails to hold onto eelgrass and stay upright, but they won’t swim except in short bursts. They have excellent eyesight that they use to track their prey, which are small shrimps.

Immersion Gallery

October through March
Monday-Friday: 2PM – 5PM
Saturday-Sunday: 10AM – 5PM

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April through September
Monday-Friday: 2PM – 7PM
Saturday-Sunday: 10AM – 7PM
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm

Advanced timed-entry reservations are required.

For additional information, visit the website @
roundhouseaquarium.org/

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Kelp Forest in DTLA
2025-09-16 10:00 - 17:00 | California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90037, United States
FREE EVERY DAY- Exposition Park, DTLA
Find yourself immersed in the majestic grandeur of a giant kelp forest, where algae called kelp grow as large as trees and support a tremendous variety of life. You may be amazed to discover that examples of this spectacular ecosystem, which in the wild can support over 800 species, exist right off the coast of Southern California. Peer into our 188,000-gallon tank and get a glimpse of what life is like in these special underwater forests. And find the species you see in the tanks on our iPads to learn more about them!

Solve the mystery behind why kelp is found in some spots along the coast and not others. Meet some of the animals that live in the kelp forest—and divers that like to visit! Find out how choices you make daily can affect the kelp forest and the ocean in ways you may not even imagine. Also, discover why and how we need to protect this important ecosystem for generations to come. This exhibit features live animals such as leopard sharks, horn sharks, moray eels, giant sea bass, rockfish, spiny lobsters, anemones and more!

Kelp Forest Science Spectacular Dive Shows

Find out what it’s like to experience our kelp forest from inside the tank as you get the chance to talk first-hand with a diver! Don’t miss our Science Spectacular Kelp Forest Exploration dive show, which happens twice daily. Divers interact with animals in the tank, and also take questions from guests in the audience—like you!
Exploration times
Monday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
If your visit to the kelp forest doesn’t overlap with an exploration time, you may still get a chance to see a diver. We have divers working in our tank daily, feeding and examining animals, maintaining the tank…and often waving at guests!

For additional information, visit the website @
californiasciencecenter.org/kelp-forest

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Forest Lawn Museum
2025-09-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Forest Lawn Museum, 1712 S Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA, 91205, United States
NOW ON EXHIBIT – Forest Lawn Museum, Glendale
Enriching the community through artwork. The Forest Lawn Museum first opened in 1952 and is located adjacent to the Hall of Crucifixion-Resurrection at Forest Lawn – Glendale. Forest Lawn’s founder, Dr. Hubert Eaton, wrote in his Builder’s Creed that our park should be “a place where artists study and sketch; where school teachers bring happy children to see the things they read of in books.” In that spirit, the Forest Lawn Museum displays a permanent collection, as well as world-class rotating exhibits. With engaging special exhibits and free educational and artistic activities, there is always something new to experience.

Forest Lawn Museum is located within Forest Lawn-Glendale (1712 S. Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205). Enter the main gate on Glendale Ave and follow signs to the top of the hill. Admission is free and there’s plenty of free parking!
Email museum@forestlawn.com to schedule your free group tour today.
Health and Safety Precautions
For the health and safety of visitors and staff, wearing a mask indoors is recommended, but no longer mandatory. A free face mask is available upon request. Touch-free hand-sanitizer stations are available for visitors. Thank you for helping us stay safe and healthy. We look forward to your visit!

In addition to the museum, statues, and architecture displayed around our parks. Forest Lawn offers several ongoing exhibits that are free to the public.

The Great Mausoleum at 100
On May 2, 1920, Forest Lawn dedicated the Great Mausoleum. On May 2, 2020, we recognize the centennial of this monumental building. Construction began in 1917 and only one level was complete at the dedication ceremony. The building now has 11 terraces, dozens of sculptures, and more than 100 stained glass windows. It has endured through the Great Depression, World War II, and into the 21st century. Even in the difficult times that we’re currently experiencing, we look forward to another hundred years of history with the Great Mausoleum.

1712 S Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91205
Since our founding, Forest Lawn has committed itself to providing outstanding service and beautiful environments for family outings, remembering loved ones, and commemorating holidays. Whether you are planning how to help your loved ones remember you, memorializing someone special in your life, or joining us for holiday events like Easter or Memorial Day, we invite you to visit Forest Lawn.

Serving Families for More Than 100 Years
Since its founding in 1906, Forest Lawn has been an integral part of the community it serves. Our Founder, Dr. Hubert Eaton, profoundly changed the funeral business by transforming Forest Lawn Memorial-Park into a place for the living. By combining the mortuary and cemetery sides of the business, Eaton achieved his goal, making Forest Lawn a beautiful setting for services, weddings, baptisms, and family excursions. After 100 years of service, the Forest Lawn Memorial-Parks remain a place for the living and a true community resource.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00am – 5:00pm

For additional information, visit the website @
forestlawn.com/museum

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Getty Center Central Garden
2025-09-16 10:00 - 17:30
ADMISSION IS FREE – PARKING IS NOT- Sepulveda Pass
Perched atop a hill overlooking Los Angeles, the Getty Center is a renowned museum housing a vast collection of art. But beyond the grand galleries lies a hidden gem: Getty Center Robert Irwin’s Central Garden, a captivating fusion of art, nature, and light. This four-acre masterpiece is not merely a backdrop for the museum; it’s an artistic experience in itself, inviting visitors to connect with the beauty of the natural world.

A Canvas of Light and Landscape
Renowned artist Robert Irwin envisioned the Central Garden as a living sculpture. Opened in 1997, the garden transcends the traditional notion of landscaped spaces. Here, the focus is on the interplay of light, water, and meticulously chosen plants, creating a dynamic and ever-changing environment.
Immerse Yourself in Light and Shadow:
As you enter the Central Garden, prepare to be enveloped by a symphony of light and shadow. The garden is designed to capture and manipulate natural light throughout the day, creating shifting patterns and textures. Walkways meander through the space, each turn revealing a new interplay of light on the foliage and water features.
A Celebration of California Flora:
The Central Garden is a love letter to California’s native plants. Lush greenery, vibrant wildflowers, and mature trees create a diverse tapestry of textures and colors. The careful selection of plants not only adds visual interest but also reflects the surrounding Californian landscape.
Water as a Guiding Element:
Water plays a central role in the Central Garden’s design. A cascading stream winds through the space, creating a soothing sound and a shimmering reflection of the sky. A central pool serves as a focal point, its still surface mirroring the ever-changing light and clouds above.

A Space for Contemplation and Connection
The Central Garden is more than just a visual spectacle; it’s a place for introspection and connection with nature. The serene atmosphere invites visitors to slow down, disconnect from the outside world, and appreciate the beauty of the natural world around them.
Find a Quiet Corner:
Benches are strategically placed throughout the garden, offering moments of respite and reflection. Take a seat, listen to the sounds of water and birdsong, and allow yourself to be enveloped by the tranquility of the space.
Connect with Nature Through Art:
Irwin’s vision blurs the lines between art and nature. The Central Garden is a testament to how art can enhance our appreciation of the natural world. By experiencing the garden, visitors can gain a new perspective on the beauty and complexity of nature.

Enhance Your Visit to the Getty Center
The Central Garden is a free add-on to your visit to the Getty Center. Here are some tips to maximize your experience:

Plan your visit: The Getty Center can get crowded, especially on weekends. Consider arriving early or visiting during off-peak hours.
Wear comfortable shoes: The Central Garden is vast and best explored on foot.
Bring a water bottle: Staying hydrated is important, especially on hot days.
Embrace the sensory experience: Pay attention to the subtle details – the feel of the sun on your skin, the sound of birds chirping, and the scent of blooming flowers.

Robert Irwin’s Central Garden offers a unique opportunity to experience art and nature in perfect harmony. So, on your next visit to the Getty Center, don’t miss the chance to escape into this serene haven of light and beauty.
HOURS
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:30 pm

For additional information, visit the website @
getty.edu/art/collection

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THE HAMMER MUSEUM
2025-09-16 11:00 - 20:00 | Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
FREE FOR GOOD! Westwood Village
The Hammer Museum champions the art and artists who challenge us to see the world in a new light, to experience the unexpected, to ignite our imaginations, and inspire change.

The Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide significant insight into some of the most pressing cultural, political, and social questions of our time. We share the unique and invaluable perspectives that artists have on the world around us.
A vibrant intellectual and creative nexus, the Hammer is fueled by dynamic exhibitions and programs—including lectures, symposia, film series, readings, and musical performances—that spark meaningful encounters with art and ideas.
And through our unwavering commitment to free admission and free public programs, the Hammer is open for all and FREE FOR GOOD.

A BIGGER, BETTER HAMMER MUSEUM

If oil magnate Armand Hammer were alive today, he might marvel that the museum he launched in Westwood before his death in 1990 has evolved into one of the most forward-focused art institutions in Los Angeles. After all, the museum was originally designed to house his fine collection of old-master paintings and drawings, as well as works on paper by Honoré Daumier and his 19th-century contemporaries.

But in the ensuing decades, as the art world has continued to evolve, so has Los Angeles — and so has the Hammer Museum, which is now a part of the UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture. In 1994, UCLA assumed management and operations of the museum, and the Hammer kept its original purpose but also expanded its mission. Today, the Hammer has a wide reputation for innovation and for showcasing new artists.

New Contemporary Gallery

“L.A. has become a hotbed of contemporary art and artists,” says Ann Philbin, the museum’s director since 1999, “and the Hammer has become a premier institution where they are shown.”

4th-Floor-Offices

Under Philbin’s leadership, the museum has expanded its collections and programs, including establishing the Hammer Projects series of exhibitions and installations featuring local, national and international emerging artists. It also launched the Made in L.A. biennial, now in its fourth edition. Through these and other innovations, the Hammer has quadrupled its attendance to about 250,000 a year.

Lindbrook Terrace

Meanwhile, Occidental Petroleum, which occupied the adjoining building, relocated to Houston, Texas. So the Hammer has begun a major, multiyear expansion that will take the museum far into the 21st century.
Earlier this year, the Hammer announced a $180 million capital campaign. Almost half of those funds will be used to expand gallery and other public spaces, while the rest will go toward exhibitions, programming and an endowment. The museum has already raised more than $130 million, including $30 million from L.A. philanthropists Lynda and Stewart ’59, J.D. ’62 Resnick and $20 million from Hammer board chair Marcy Carsey.

Annex

The renovations and additions being designed by Michael Maltzan Architecture, who was commissioned in 2000 to create the museum’s 2003 master plan, include:
• A newly designed entrance at Wilshire and Westwood boulevards to maximize the museum’s visual presence at one of the nation’s busiest intersections. In the coming years, the museum will also benefit from a planned Metro Purple Line station across Wilshire.
• More than 10,000 square feet of additional exhibition space for contemporary art.
• New permanent collection galleries and a study room for the Grunwald Center Collection.
• 20,000 square feet of enhanced public spaces, including a new restaurant.
• A new and more accessible Hammer Store.

2nd Floor B Side

In all, the expansion will provide 60 percent more gallery space for exhibitions. The museum will remain open during construction, and admission will continue to be free. “We’re accessible to everyone, and that keeps people coming back,” Philbin says. “L.A. has been growing as one of the world’s most exciting cultural creative communities, and the museum has grown alongside it.”

Bookstore
HISTORY OF THE HAMMER MUSEUM
The Hammer Museum opened to the public in November 1990. Founded by Dr. Armand Hammer, former Chairman of Occidental Petroleum Corporation, the Museum was designed by architect Edward Larrabee Barnes. Financed by Occidental, the Museum was built adjacent to the Corporation’s international headquarters in Westwood. At that time, the Museum featured galleries for Dr. Hammer’s collections — old master paintings and drawings, and a collection of works on paper by Honore Daumier and his contemporaries — as well as galleries for traveling exhibitions. Dr. Hammer passed away in December 1990, three weeks after the opening of the Museum leaving many spaces unfinished.
In 1992, the Museum began negotiations with its neighbor, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), to assume the management and operations of the institution. In April 1994, the partnership with UCLA was finalized and the following year the University relocated its collections and the staff of the Wight Art Gallery and the Grunwald Center for the Graphic Arts to the Hammer. The Museum also assumed responsibility for the Franklin D. Murphy Sculpture Garden, located at the north end of the UCLA campus.
Henry Hopkins, then director of the Wight gallery and professor in the Department of Art, became director of the Museum until his retirement in 1998. In 1999 Ann Philbin was named director and has developed a strong and original institutional identity and built a national and international reputation for thematic contemporary exhibitions, scholarly historical exhibitions, and contemporary artists’ projects. During her tenure the Hammer has formed a Hammer Contemporary Collection which now holds over 2,000 artworks. In addition, Philbin has overseen substantial renovations to the museum’s building, including the completion of the 300-seat Billy Wilder Theater and museum café. With Philbin’s direction, the museum instituted the internationally acclaimed Hammer Projects, a series of more than one hundred contemporary exhibitions and installations featuring local, national, and international emerging artists. Philbin also created a series of dynamic public programs which are core to the Hammer’s identity and regularly feature many of the most influential authors, artists, and creative thinkers of our time.

Hours
The museum is open every day, except Mondays, July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m.-8:00p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Admission to all exhibitions and public programs is free and open to the public. Free admission to the Hammer Museum is made possible through the generosity of Erika J Glazer and Brenda R. Potter.

For additional information, visit the website @
hammer.ucla.edu

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FREE ADMISSION TODAY at the Autry Museum
2025-09-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, 0027-1462, United States
FREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of the MONTH- Griffith Park
Discover the Autry Museum of the American West, and discover art, history, and cultures of the American West! Located in beautiful Griffith Park, the Autry features world-class galleries filled with Native American art and cultural materials, film memorabilia, historic firearms, paintings, interactive areas, and more.
Now FREE every TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY

Throughout the year, the Autry also presents a wide range of public events and programs—including lectures, film, theater, festivals, family activities, and music—and performs scholarship, research, and educational outreach. The Autry’s collection of more than 500,000 pieces of art and artifacts includes the Southwest Museum of the American Indian Collection, one of the largest and most significant collections of Native American materials in the United States.

Voted “Favorite Museum” by Los Angeles Daily News Readers, 2014–2018!

The Autry is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the field’s primary vehicle for quality assurance, self-regulation, and public accountability. AAM-accredited museums have demonstrated they meet standards and best practices and shown themselves to be core educational entities that are good stewards of the collections and resources they hold in the public trust. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, approximately 1,075 are currently accredited.
Learn more about exhibitions, public events, collections, kid-friendly activities, and membership options.
Autry Museum of the American West Mission Statement
The Autry brings together the stories of all peoples of the American West, connecting the past with the present to inspire our shared future. The Autry promotes research and educational activities, encourages the development of pathbreaking scholarship, and reaches a broad audience through programs and publications. Learn more and search the collections.

The Autry Online
The Autry’s doors may be temporarily closed to the public, but that’s not going to stop us from bringing all the stories of the American West to you. Find below links to blog posts, Collection Spotlights, videos, educational resources, our new Is This a Western? series, and more!

Autry Original Series
Collections and Stories
Educational Resources
Music and Poetry
Native Culture & History
Virtual Discussions

Hours
Tuesdays – Sundays: 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Mondays: Closed

For additional information, visit the website @
https://theautry.org/

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The Oaks Tavern Acoustic Open Mic
2025-09-16 20:30 - 2025-09-17 21:30 | The Oaks Tavern, 13625 Moorpark Street, Los Angeles, CA, 91423, United States
EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT @ 8:30- Sherman Oaks

The Oaks Tavern Acoustic Open Mic, a free weekly show in Sherman Oaks. If you are a singer/ songwriter and want to bring your own guitar and sing your own stuff, you can sign up to sing 8:30-9:30pm! We just require a one drink minimum to sing.

Tuesday– The Oaks Acoustic and Open Mic Singer/ Songwriter

To get booked for a set 7:30-8:30pm shoot Joey a message on IG @bluemusicj
After OA Tuesdays we have… karaoke 10pm-1:45am

KARAOKE IS BACK EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK!

Wednesday- King Trivia/ Karaoke with Kirk!

Join us every Wednesday & Sunday for Team Trivia with King Trivia!
Every week, teams of 2-6 people compete to prove they are the smartest, or at least they have to most random information in their memory banks. Not only do you get bragging rights, but first place gets a $30 gift certificate, second place gets a $20 gift certificate, and if we have 5 or more teams we also give out third place! Even if you aren’t so good at the trivia stuff (I suck at Trivia Crack), it’s fun to join in! Bring your friends who are smarter than you, because you’re allowed to have up to 6 people on your trivia team-that’s why team trivia is better than solo trivia. We don’t give points for creative answers, but sometimes you’ll get free glassware and swag just for being the funniest. Our host is Rebekah Fear stay late to hear her sing some badass karaoke.
Team Trivia starts at 7:30pm, so don’t stop home after work, come straight to the bar to get here before 7pm to take advantage of our happy hour specials! We serve pizza, tacos, burritos & quesadillas, so no need to drive through on your way here, but if you’re craving a burger or sushi, that’s ok too. We allow outside food as long as its none of the food mentioned above. It is a one DRINK per person minimum to participate in our team trivia- if you’re sober, that’s okay, we have soda, juice, non alcoholic beer and delicious cold-pressed coffee from Modern Times Brewery!

When team trivia is over around 10pm, we have Emily Kirk getting you Kirked all night long with her amazing pipes on karaoke.
Emily is a musician and comedian and hosts events all over town and now she is at The Oaks on Wednesday, & Thursday nights hosting karaoke for you! Come enjoy some good music and some fantastic singers! karaoke 10pm-1:45am

Thursdays- Rock & Roll

Come for some rock ‘n roll Thursdays with Atara!She happens to be our only girl host, & is a kick-ass singer. Too shy to sing alone? She will sing along with you. Need a partner on a duet? Atara prefers rock, but she can sing everything, ask her to be your partner, she loves to sing.

Fridays & Saturdays

Taurus. What else can I say?
Looking for a hot spot to host your karaoke birthday party on Saturday night? The Oaks Tavern is the place in Sherman Oaks! We have a young lively crowd on Saturdays singing all kinds of fun danceable songs so you can sing along and party with your friends. KJ Slim (aka Tyler) runs a fun show, you definitely want to come down and check it out. karaoke Fridays 9pm-1:45am, Saturdays 8pm-12:35m
Sunday- King Trivia/ Soul & R&B

Looking for something to do in the Valley on a Sunday? In particular do you want to hang out with friends, drink and tease your brain with trivia questions? Do you want to win prizes and bar tabs by using your brain to show us how smart you are? Well… Trivia is so busy on Wednesday, we added a second night of team trivia on Sunday! So if you are looking for something to do in the Valley on a Sunday night, look no further. Sunday night team trivia is so much fun! Start off your Sunday night or end your Sunday Funday here. It’s fun, with just enough random questions to give it the right amount of challenge. Teams play for $30, $20, and $10 bar tabs, plus give aways between rounds. Don’t miss out! Sunday night Karaoke starts right afterward so you can sing your little heart out. If you have a softball team, trivia team, soccer team, any team, just come down with them, trust me it’s so much fun! Hosted by your favorite gal on the mic, Rebekah Fear.

You might know King Orr as a local karaoke celebrity, because he’s been running Sunday night karaoke at The Good Nite for years! Since the change in ownership there, he has parted ways with his longtime bar and we are lucky enough to get him at The Oaks for karaoke on Sunday Nights. King likes to play a mix of hip hop, soul, and R&B, but it’s not exclusive, “sing whatever is on your soul” on Sundays.

Mondays- The Oaks Comedy Show 7:30-9:30PM

We bring the best acts from up and coming talent to established comedians who have released comedy specials on the top comedy outlets, while curating talent that will be featured in those same spotlights. With special guest regularly making appearances, you never know who will stop by. karaoke 10pm-1:45am

Pool Table Open Sun-Thurs 4pm-close
Fri & Sat 4-8pm

you must WEAR A MASK FOR ENTRY,
BUT YOU CAN TAKE IT OFF ONCE YOU’VE ORDERED A DRINK.

VACCINE CARDS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR INDOOR DINING AND KARAOKE STARTING NOVEMBER 4TH.

Hours

Sunday: 9:30am-2:00am
Monday – Friday: 5:00pm-2:00am
Saturday: 1:00pm-2:00am

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.theoakstavern.com/

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REGGAE @ at CARBON LOUNGE
2025-09-16 21:00 - 23:30 | Carbon Lounge, 9300 Venice Boulevard, Culver City, CA, 90232, United States
EVERY TUESDAY- Culver City
Tuesday Night is Reggae Night at the Carbon Lounge in Culver City. Carbon is a fun, local, and energetic bar in Downtown Culver City spinning different music 7-days a week.
9300 Venice Blvd. never a cover!

i·rie /ˈīrē/

adjective

(chiefly in Jamaican English) nice, good, or pleasing (used as a general term of approval).

“the place is jumping with irie vibes”

exclamation

used by Rastafarians as a friendly greeting.

Free Entry & Free Parking…. always Lit! Open until 2AM

Carbon Lounge spins 7 days a week and NEVER A COVER!

Hours
Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00pm – 2:00am

For additional information, visit the website @
instagram.com/carbonlounge

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Teen Gaming at the Inglewood Public Library
2025-09-17 | Inglewood Public Library, 101 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA, 90301, United States
EVERY WEDNESDAY- Inglewood Public Library
The Inglewood Public Library presents Teen Gaming every Wednesday at the Main Library’s Teen Alcove, from 3:00-4:00pm. For teens ages 13–19 years old.​ Masks are required.
Hey Teens, Get Your Game On!

Stop by the Main Library to play Nintendo Switch, PS4 & also take turns playing virtual reality OCULUS!

6 Cognitive Benefits of VR For Kids

Research indicates that kids who play VR games that focus on training the brain have better fine motor skills and balance. In fact, they tend to have better mobility overall.
VR gaming improves spatial attention in children and gives them the ability to quickly locate a target in a field of distractors, which has proven to be a good predictor of driving ability.
Playing VR games, which often resemble actual real-world experiences, helps children translate the skills they learned in these educational VR environments to the real world.
According to recent research, children that play shooting games have increased vision capabilities. Scientists have found that the fast-paced games increase adrenaline and dopamine in the brain which helps maintain and improve brain health.
VR gaming increases mental flexibility and improves a child’s ability to quickly switch seamlessly between tasks with conflicting demands.
VR games are a great way to reduce stress and depression in children. Immersing in a VR game can result in short and long-term mood boost that helps them relax and unwind, decreasing the levels of stress a person may be experiencing.

Come to The Inglewood Public Library and “check out” their new selection of video games, for Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One, that you can borrow, just like you would borrow a book?

Did you finish your homework? Let’s Play! Get your GAME ON!
Check out our Video Game collection!
Over 160 different games available from Playstation 4, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One! Pick-up via Curbside Service.

TEEN SERVICES
The City of Inglewood Public Library Teen Services Division caters to library patrons 15 years of age and older. We provide educational, recreational and social resources for this age demographic. Any requests, recommendations, or questions may be sent to Teen Services.
For Teen info call, (310) 412-5384.

Main Library
101 W. Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301
310-412-5380
Hours: Mon – Thu 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Sat 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Crenshaw-Imperial Branch Library
11141 Crenshaw Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90303
310-412-5403
Hours: Mon – Thu 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

The mission of the Inglewood Public Library is to provide access to informational, educational, and recreational services and resources responsive to the library’s diverse communities.

Don’t have a library card?
Apply for an IPL card in-person at the library during open hours, or apply for a virtual card online.

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.cityofinglewood.org/787/Inglewood-Public-Library

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California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair
2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00 | California African American Museum, 600 State Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90037, United States
California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair
FREE! TUES – SUNDAY- Exposition Park
The California African American Museum (CAAM) focuses on enrichment and education on the cultural heritage and history of African Americans with a focus on California and western United States.
Admission is free to all visitors. The California African American Museum’s mission is to research, collect, preserve, and interpret for public enrichment the history, art, and culture of African Americans with an emphasis on California and the western United States.

California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair

CAAM’s permanent collection consists of over 4,000 objects ranging from the 1800s to the present. It encompasses paintings, photographs, film, sculpture, historical documents, and artifacts, and it spans nineteenth-century landscape paintings to modern artworks to contemporary mixed-media reflections on cultural and political events.

The Museum’s first acquisitions included a bronze bust of civil rights activist Dr. Mary Mcleod Bethune by artist Richmond Barthé and a sculpture by artist Maren Hassinger, then at the start of her career. These laid the perfect groundwork for CAAM’s mandate to assemble a comprehensive, thoughtful, and wide-reaching collection.

CAAM’s deepest holdings include art made or connected to African Americans in California and the western United States. However, the Museum also has significant works of contemporary art from the African diaspora (including Haiti, Brazil, and Jamaica), as well as traditional African art from Western, Central, and Sub-Saharan Africa. CAAM aims to represent the diverse contributions of African Americans in the United States, but also to interpret how the past has affected identity in the present.
California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair
Today, CAAM oversees, exhibits, and conserves a rapidly growing collection. Each quarter, curators review the current holdings and decide as a committee on future acquisitions. We view our collection as a living body — constantly evolving, growing, and reflecting the world in which we live.

Some examples of CAAM’s collection include the Walter Burrell Collection of audio recordings of Burrell’s interviews with African American celebrities, broadcast by a local radio station in the early 1970s; the oral histories of Celes King, who was both a local civil rights activist as well as a former Tuskegee airman; and selections from the collection of visual artist John Outterbridge.

Hours
Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Sundays: 11:00 a.m.-5:00p.m.
Mondays: Closed
California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair

For additional information, visit the website @
caamuseum.org

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Storytime with Steve at Vroman's Bookstrore
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:00 | VROMAN’S BOOKSTORE, 3729 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91107, United States
EVERY WEDNESDAY – Pasadena
Storytime Adventures Await at Vroman’s with Mr. Steve! Calling all little bookworms and curious minds! Embark on a magical journey every Wednesday at 11 AM at the Colorado Blvd. location of Vroman’s Bookstore with the beloved Mr. Steve and his storytime gang! Get ready for a morning filled with laughter, learning, and imagination at this free and welcoming event.
What to Expect:

Engaging storytelling: Mr. Steve brings stories to life with his dynamic and entertaining performances, captivating young audiences and fostering a love for literature.
Diverse book selection: Dive into a variety of exciting tales, from classic favorites to new discoveries, ensuring there’s something to spark every child’s interest.
Interactive fun: Sing along to catchy songs, participate in lively discussions, and let your imagination soar with interactive activities that bring the stories to life.
Positive learning environment: Mr. Steve creates a nurturing and inclusive space where children feel comfortable participating and expressing themselves.
Community connection: Bond with other families and create lasting memories while celebrating the joy of reading and storytelling together.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It:

Cultivate early literacy skills: Introduce your child to the wonders of books and ignite a lifelong passion for reading.
Develop social and emotional skills: Interactive activities and group participation foster communication, collaboration, and empathy.
Expand your child’s horizons: Explore different cultures, themes, and characters, broadening their understanding of the world.
Create lasting memories: Share the joy of stories with your child and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
Support local: Vroman’s is a treasured independent bookstore committed to fostering a love of reading in the community.

Make Storytime with Mr. Steve a Weekly Ritual:
Gather your little ones and head to Vroman’s Bookstore on Colorado Blvd. every Wednesday at 11 AM! This enriching and enjoyable experience is perfect for children of all ages and is sure to become a cherished weekly tradition. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness the magic of storytelling unfold firsthand!

For additional information, visit the website @
vromansbookstore.com/event

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Gin Rummy Bar Free Pinball Play
2025-09-17 16:00 - 2025-09-18 00:00 | Gin Rummy Bar, 822 Washington Blvd, Venice, 90292, United States
EVERY WEDNESDAY- Venice
Gin Rummy Bar Venice welcomes you to Free Pinball Wednesday. Break out your pinball wizzardship every Wednesday at Gin Rummy Bar in Venice. All games are free to play all day every Wednesday
Every Wednesday 4:00pm – 12:00am

822 Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90292

Join us for all the sports! TVs inside and on the patio

Our patio is dog friendly

We welcome guests that are 21 and over.

Monday – Tuesday: 4:00pm – 12:00pm
Wednesday – Friday: 4:00pm – 2:00am
Saturday: 2:00pm – 2:00am
Sunday: 2:00pm – 12:00am

For additional information, visit the website @
https://ginrummybar.com/

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Watercolor Classes at Burton Chace Park
2025-09-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292, United States
EVERY WEDNESDAY- Burton Chace Park
Enjoy this free beginning drawing & watercolor art class with Cammie Richardson. Classes will take place in person and via Zoom.
Watercolor Schedule Change – Wednesdays, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
*Registration is required and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
To register email chacepark@bh.lacounty.gov.
NOTE: Students must be 14 years or older to participate in this class. In-person classes are limited to 10 students.

BURTON CHACE PARK
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

This beautiful 10-acre Burton W. Chace Park is a stunning destination in the Marina. Jutting out into the main channel, it offers one of the best viewing areas of the harbor with water views on three sides. Hit the flat, paved walking path along the perimeter a morning walk, or relax on a bench to watch the sunset. The park is wheelchair and stroller accessible.

VIRTUAL TOUR

Covered picnic pavilions and a smattering of uncovered tables, all with barbecue access, make for a great family gathering. Picnic Pavilion A and an indoor multipurpose room are available to reserve by calling the park office at 424-526-7903. All other tables are first come, first served. Gatherings of 50 people or more need to contact the park office for an event permit.

Burton Chace Park is the site of many community events and festivals, including the Old Fashioned Day in May, the Summer Concert Series in July and August, Marina Spooktacular in October, and Marina Lights in December. Learn about these festivals and more on our Annual Events page.

The park also has complimentary guest docks available for up to four hours, and overnight docks that charge by the foot; pay for the latter in the park office. Click here for more information.
Parking is available in several pay-and-display lots. Click here for an interactive map.

Burton Chace Park is a boarding and drop-off point for the summer-season Marina del Rey WaterBus. Get more information about this attraction here.

Park Hours
Monday – Sunday: 6:00am – 10:00pm

For additional information, visit the website @
https://beaches.lacounty.gov/marina-del-rey-parks/

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Trivia Night at Brennan's
2025-09-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Brennan’s, 4089 Lincoln Boulevard, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292, United States
EVERY WEDNESDAY – Marina Del Rey
Unleash Your Inner Brainiac and Win Big at Brennan’s Head Games Trivia Night! Think you know your stuff? Ready to test your trivia prowess against the brightest minds in Marina del Rey? Then grab your smartest friends, head down to Brennan’s for Head Games Trivia Night, and get ready for a brain-bending battle of wits!
Every Wednesday, Brennan’s transforms into a live multimedia trivia arena, where laughter and friendly competition collide. Gather your team (up to 6 brainiacs allowed!) and prepare to tackle a diverse range of questions:
Why Head Games Trivia at Brennan’s is the Perfect Wednesday Night Hangout

It’s Free: No cover charge, no entry fees – just pure trivia fun!
Win Big: Compete for awesome prizes that will make your victory even sweeter.
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Collaborate with your friends and unleash your collective knowledge.
Live & Interactive: Multimedia elements keep the game engaging and unpredictable.
Fun Atmosphere: Brennan’s lively pub setting adds to the excitement and camaraderie.
More Than Just Trivia: Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and good vibes throughout the night.

Pro Tip: Arrive early to snag the best seats and get ready for a night of intellectual jousting and friendly competition.
So, dust off your brain cells, gather your trivia posse, and head to Brennan’s for Head Games Trivia! It’s the perfect way to test your knowledge, flex your mental muscles, and have a blast with friends on a Wednesday night.
Here’s what you need to remember

When: Every Wednesday
Where: Brennan’s – Marina del Rey (4089 Lincoln Boulevard)
Time: Arrive early to get the best seats!
What: Live multimedia trivia, free to play, prizes for winners, teams of up to 6 players
What to Bring: Your A-game, your smartest friends, and your thirst for trivia victory!

Let the games begin!

For additional information, visit the website @
eventbrite.com/e/head-games-trivia-night

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Open Mic Night at The Cinema Bar
2025-09-17 20:00 - 2025-09-18 00:00 | The Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA, 90230, United States
EVERY WEDNESDAY- Culver City
If you’re looking for an intimate and friendly environment to showcase your musical talents, participate in the Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Night at the Cinema Bar! Held every Tuesday at 8:00 pm, this is the perfect opportunity for aspiring singer/songwriters to share their original music in front of a supportive and attentive audience!

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just starting out, all musicians are welcome to sign up for the open mic night. Each artist has the opportunity to play three original songs and showcase their unique style and sound. The atmosphere is relaxed and supportive, providing a perfect platform for artists to experiment and grow.

Many of the artists who have performed at the Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Night have gone on to book gigs at other venues, record albums, and even tour internationally. The open mic night has become a hub for creative collaboration and networking, with artists often teaming up to write and perform together.
Hours
OPEN DAILY: 2:00 pm – 2:00 am

3967 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230

Looking for a laid-back hangout spot in Culver City? Look no further than The Cinema Bar! A Westside institution for nearly 75 years, and family-owned for the past 30 years, The Cinema Bar offers a quaint, neighborhood feel that’s perfect for kicking back with friends.
One of the main draws of this place is its live music offerings. Most nights of the week, you can enjoy live performances from local bands with no cover charge. From blues to rock to indie, there’s something for everyone at The Cinema Bar. The vibe changes nightly depending on the bands that are playing, but one thing remains constant: it’s always a friendly place to hang out and enjoy some tunes.

In addition to the live music, they offer a range of reasonably priced drinks. Whether you’re in the mood for a craft beer or a classic cocktail, the friendly bartenders have got you covered. And if you’re looking for a place to enjoy your drinks al fresco, be sure to check out the outdoor patio space. It’s the perfect spot to relax with friends and soak up the California sunshine.

One of the other great things about this place is its location. Situated in the heart of Culver City, it is easily accessible by car, with on-street parking available after 6:00 PM. Whether you’re a local looking for a new hangout spot or a visitor to the area, The Cinema Bar is a must-visit destination.

So if you’re looking for a fun, laid-back bar with great live music, delicious drinks, and a friendly atmosphere, come check it out! With its long history, welcoming vibe, and great location, it’s a true gem of the Westside.

For additional information, visit the website @
thecinemabar.com

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Tonight @ The Goldfish LA
2025-09-17 21:00 - 2025-09-18 02:00 | The Goldfish LA, 5043 York Boulevard, Highland Park, CA, 90042, United States
EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAY- Highland Park
Every other Wednesday, Games and Recs takes over the Goldfish! All Vinyl DJ’s, Mario Kart Tournament, Prizes, Specials and more!
The Goldfish LA Highland Park’s new independent music venue & natural wine bar, featuring live entertainment every night. 21+

5043 York Boulevard, Highland Park, Los Angeles
Highland Park’s new independent music venue & natural wine bar, featuring live entertainment every night. 21+

Hours
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Saturday: 6:00pm – 2:00am

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.thegoldfishla.com/

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Kanopy
2025-09-18, 2025-09-18 00:00 - 23:59 | LA County Libraries, Various Locations, Los Angeles, United States
FREE ONLINE FILMS Free With Your Library Card
Stream Movies on Kanopy. Kanopy is the best video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. If you’re interested in independent, international, classic, or documentary films, you’re in luck. Get out your library card and sign up for Kanopy, our newest on-demand video streaming service. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain.
You can stream over 26,000 films from hundreds of popular producers such as The Criterion Collection, and PBS, as well as thousands of independent filmmakers—on every topic imaginable.
We partner with public libraries to bring you an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phones, tablets and online.

Here’s how to get started:
1. Go to kanopy.com/signup and create an account by clicking on the orange Sign Up button.
2. Go to your email account to verify your email address.
3. Add your library card number and PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number).
4. Start watching videos!

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Kanopy free for me?
Just as your library buys books to add to their collection for you to borrow, your library offers a variety of digital resources too – Kanopy is one of their more popular digital resources. Kanopy does not charge you because your library covers all associated costs, allowing you to watch for free with no ads.
Why do I need a library card to sign up?

Kanopy is only available through libraries, so you need to be a member of a participating library to start watching Kanopy.
If you are a member of a participating public library, you can start watching by signing up with a valid public library card number and PIN/password.

What are play credits and how many do I receive through my library?

Play credits are used to play videos. You will receive 9 play credits per month through the Los Angeles Public Library. Each video will use 1 play credit each with the exception of those in Kanopy Kids. Once you press play on a video and a play credit has been used, you will have 3 days to view it as many times as you like without using another play credit. Your play credits will reset back to 9 on the 1st day of each month.

How do I get started with Kanopy?

Getting started is easy! Click here to enter your library card information. Follow the simple instructions to create your Kanopy account using your email address or Facebook/Google login and then start watching.

What is Kanopy Kids?

Kanopy Kids is our collection of movies and shows for kids available in public libraries only. Your public library offers unlimited plays in Kanopy Kids, so your kids are free to explore enriching, educational and entertaining films and TV series. Click here to check out Kanopy Kids!

Start watching today through your public library

For additional information about Kanopy, visit the website @
kanopy.com/signup

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THE MUSEUM OF SOCIAL JUSTICE
2025-09-18 10:00 - 15:00 | The Museum of Social Justice, 115 Paseo de La Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
OPEN THURSDAY – SUNDAY- Olivera Street
The Museum of Social Justice is dedicated to telling the neglected stories of the diverse people of Los Angeles. By showcasing the history of social movements from the perspective of marginalized groups, the Museum inspires visitors to engage with social justice principles and advocate for change.

The Museum carries on in the tradition of the founder’s commitment to social justice issues such as ministry to the poor, abolition, women’s suffrage, and civil rights. A permanent exhibition detailing the Methodist’s long history of championing social justice causes for the less fortunate. The exhibition features dynamic and rarely seen images from the Museum archives, documenting Los Angeles Methodist’s progressive social work and ethnic outreach endeavors during the long period of Los Angeles’ growth. In conjunction with the permanent exhibition, and moving beyond Methodist activities, the Museum will install temporary exhibitions examining past and present social justice activities culled from a wide variety of amazingly rich and diverse ethnic, religious, and racial communities in the city of Los Angeles and beyond.
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The museum is housed in the historic La Plaza United Methodist Church at the intersection of the Los Angeles Plaza and famous Olvera Street. Thanks to its proximity to some of the finest educational institutions the world has to offer, such as California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA), University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Otis College of Art and Design, and California State University, Northridge (CSUN) the Museum has developed a diverse set of educational and social outreach programs to bring opportunities to the community. These programs continue La Plaza United Methodist Church’s 100 year-old legacy of bringing socio-economic and health related equality to all citizens of Los Angeles, through non-sectarian outreach services, knowledge, and empowerment.

Founded in 2012, the Los Angeles United Methodist Museum of Social Justice tells the untold story of the founding of Los Angeles. The museum and educational center is housed in the historic La Plaza United Methodist Church at the intersection of Los Angeles Plaza and Olvera Street.
The Museum hosts a diverse set of educational and social outreach programs in partnership with California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA), University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), Otis College of Art and Design, and California State University, Northridge (CSUN) These programs continue La Plaza United Methodist Church’s 100 year-old legacy of bringing socio-economic and health related equality to all citizens of Los Angeles, through non-sectarian outreach services, knowledge, and empowerment.

The inaugural exhibit “Angels on the Plaza,” opened in September 2013 with original images from the La Plaza collection that document the living conditions of the immigrant population in and around the Plaza from 1910-1927. In September, 2014; “Exodus,” a photographic exhibition of the work of Julian Cardona documented the forced modern-day exodus of people from Mexico to the US.
La Plaza The current home of La Plaza United Methodist Church was built in 1926. When the state of California declared the La Plaza area a historic monument, the Cal-Pac United Methodist Conference was forced to give up the church and the adjoining conference center through threat of eminent domain. The Conference moved its offices to Pasadena, but the church remained, with a 50 year lease at a $1 per year.
The Urban Foundation’s role In the 1990‘s, the city of Los Angeles took over the historic El Pueblo monument from the state, and negotiations for a new church lease in 2002 were unsuccessful. In 2010, the “La Plaza initiative,” a program of the Urban Foundation and the United Methodist Cal-Pac Conference, was founded and charged with negotiating a new lease. When the City of Los Angeles resisted negotiating in good faith, the La Plaza congregation, under the direction of founding museum director, Leonora Barron, led a series of protests and prayer services on the steps of City hall. After a year long struggle, a fair agreement was reached. The city agreed to lease the church to the congregation, and the La Plaza Initiative agreed to create a museum which would provide a sense of the church’s rich history of social justice work.
Hours
Monday – Wednesday: Closed
Thursday – Sunday: 10:00am – 3:00pm

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.museumofsocialjustice.org/

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JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM
2025-09-18 11:00 - 17:00 | Japanese American National Museum, 100 N Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
FREE EVERY THIRD THURSDAY- Little Tokyo
Japanese American National Museum is the first gallery in the United States dedicated to sharing the experience of Americans of Japanese ancestry as an integral part of U.S. story. Through its comprehensive collection of objects, images and documents, as well as multi-faceted exhibitions, educational programs, documentaries and publications. The Japanese American Museum is admission free every Thursday from 5–8 p.m.
Also on the third Thursday of every month, the Japanese American Museum is FREE ALL DAY!

Americans of Japanese Ancestry
The Japanese American Museum was established in Los Angeles to preserve the rich heritage Asian culture. The gallery is dedicated to preserving the history and culture. It is located in the Little Tokyo area near downtown Los Angeles, California.

We believe in the importance of remembering our history, to better guard against the prejudice that threatens liberty and equality in a democratic society. We strive as a world-class institution to provide a voice and forum that enables all people to explore their own heritage and culture.

Free admission all day to see Under a Mushroom Cloud: Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and the Atomic Bomb; Fighting for Democracy: Who is the “We” in “We, the People”?; and Common Ground: The Heart of Community.

In conjunction with the exhibition Under a Mushroom Cloud: Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and the Atomic Bomb

FREE Common Ground Audio Guides
JANM offers iPod Touch audio guides to complement its core exhibition, Common Ground: The Heart of Community. The guides are available in English, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, and Spanish. Visitors may borrow an iPod Touch with the guides free of charge while viewing the exhibition. The guides may also be downloaded free from the Apple App Store.
JANM’s audio guides are made possible by a generous grant from the Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc.

Hours
Museum hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday–Sunday: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; last entry is at 4 p.m.
Thursday: 12 p.m.–8 p.m.; last entry is at 7 p.m.

Thursdays are FREE admission from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
last entry 7:30 p.m.
Every third Thursday of the month is FREE admission all day
last entry 7:30 p.m

Advance tickets are required.

For additional information, visit the website @
janm.org

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Learn How To Meditate
2025-09-18 12:30 - 13:00 | ZOOM, CA
EVERY THURSDAY 12:30–1:00PM- Online via ZOOM.

Would you like to learn how to meditate? Join the Hammer Museum each Thursday for Mindful Awareness Meditation Online. Mindfulness Meditation is the moment-by-moment process of actively and openly observing one’s physical, mental, and emotional experiences. Mindfulness has scientific support as a means to reduce stress, improve attention, boost the immune system, reduce emotional reactivity, and promote a general sense of health and well-being. These half hour weekly sessions are open to all who are interested in learning how to live more presently in life. No special clothing is required, and participants are welcome to join for five minutes or enjoy the entire 30 minutes.

These free weekly drop-in sessions usually take place in the Hammer’s Billy Wilder Theater but are now offered live online via Zoom.
Mindful Awareness Meditation is provided by UCLA & The Hammer Museum

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Sessions are led by Diana Winston and other instructors from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Visit www.marc.ucla.edu to learn more about the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center.
Winston has been practicing mindfulness meditation for more than 20 years, and when she began it was fairly unknown in this country. But today secular mindfulness meditation is taught to executives, war veterans and schoolchildren; it is used in prisons and hospitals, and is written about in women’s magazines.

ATTENDING THIS PROGRAM?
Learn How to Meditate live: RSVP to receive an email reminder on the day of the Mindful Awareness Meditation program with the link to tune in. The link to join will also be posted here 2 hours before the program starts. This program will not be recorded.
Help with Zoom: This program will be held on the Zoom platform. Visit zoom.us/test to join a test meeting, then follow the instructions to test your video and audio. If you have never used Zoom before, you will be prompted to download the Zoom app or join from your browser. Zoom works best on the Chrome browser.
Having trouble? Contact our visitor experience team at 310-443-7000.

RSVP for Mindful Awareness
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She starts by asking people to notice their breathing as they work toward “paying attention to present moment experiences with openness, curiosity and a willingness to be with what is.”

Can’t do this online class? Try the UCLA Mindfulness FREE APP and learn how to meditate anytime.
With this easy-to-use app, you can practice mindfulness meditation anywhere, anytime with the guidance of the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Scientific research shows mindfulness can help manage stress-related physical conditions, reduce anxiety and depression, cultivate positive emotions, and help improve overall physical health and well-being.

For additional information, visit the website @
https://hammer.ucla.edu

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Local's Night at Santa Monica Pier
2025-09-18 15:00 - 22:00 | Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
EVERY 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH – Santa Monica Pier
Join us every THIRD THURSDAY of the month as Local’s Night at Santa Monica Pier rolls out the red carpet to celebrate our vibrant community with a curated series designed by locals, for locals! We are excited to bring you an unforgettable experience, so gather your friends and family and head down to the Pier for a day filled with excitement, entertainment, and cherished memories.

The festivities promise something for everyone. From the young to the young-at-heart, there will be an array of youth activities to keep the kids engaged and entertained throughout the day. Let their imagination run wild as they enjoy fun games, creative workshops, and engaging performances that will leave them with smiles that light up the Pier.

This incredible event will be hosted in the heart of Santa Monica, offering a unique and enchanting outdoor setting to unwind and indulge in the joys of our community. Take in the salty breeze, enjoy the breathtaking ocean views, and revel in the friendly atmosphere as you celebrate Santa Monica’s spirit of unity and togetherness.

Mark your calendars and make sure to attend each THIRD THURSDAY of the month for Local’s Night at Santa Monica Pier. It’s a day dedicated to forging memories, cherishing traditions, and creating bonds that will last a lifetime. Be a part of this celebration, and let’s showcase the essence of Santa Monica together! See you there!

For additional information, visit the website @
santamonicapier.org/localsnight

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BOOKS AND COOKIES at Santa Monica Pier
2025-09-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
EVERY 3rd THURSDAY – Santa Monica Pier
Sing, Dance, and Connect Around Books at Santa Monica Pier! Calling all bookworms and little adventurers! Books and Cookies invite you to a vibrant musical storytime experience at the iconic Santa Monica Pier Carousel. Get ready to read, sing, dance, play, and connect with other families in a fun and enriching environment.

What to Expect:

Engaging story time: Dive into captivating tales with enthusiastic readings that bring characters to life.
Singing and dancing: Move your body and groove to lively tunes, fostering a love for music and expression.
Musical instrument exploration: Spark musical discovery by letting your child explore exciting instruments like drums, shakers, and tambourines.
Parachute play: Build teamwork and coordination while enjoying the joyful experience of playing with a giant parachute.
Community connection: Make new friends, connect with other families, and celebrate the joy of literacy together.

Bonus perks:

Free event: Enjoy all this exciting fun without breaking the bank!
Convenient location: The charming Santa Monica Pier offers stunning views and easy access.
Bubble fun: Arrive early and enjoy some pre-event bubble play to get the giggles started.
Community building: Stay after and connect with other families over a shared love of books and music.

Santa Monica Pier Local’s Night:
Make this experience even more special by attending on the 3rd Thursday of the month, when Books and Cookies join the Santa Monica Pier Local’s Night. Enjoy extended story times at 3:30 PM and 4:30 PM, immersing yourself in the vibrant pier atmosphere.
Why you shouldn’t miss this:

Foster a love of reading and learning in a fun and interactive way.
Create lasting memories with your child through shared experiences.
Connect with other families and build a supportive community.
Enjoy the unique setting of the Santa Monica Pier.

Ready to join the fun? Gather your little ones and head to the Santa Monica Pier Carousel on the next 3rd Thursday of the month for a Musical Story Time with Books and Cookies. Don’t miss out on this magical opportunity to celebrate the power of books, music, and community!

For additional information, visit the website @
booksandcookiesla.com/copy-of-read-sing

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Zumba in the Park
2025-09-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292, United States
THURSDAYS – Burton Chace Park
Unleash Your Inner Dancer: Free Zumba Thursdays 3:30pm – 4:30pm at Burton Chace Park!
Looking for a fun and free way to get your workout in? Craving some Latin-inspired rhythms and energetic moves to lift your spirits? Then look no further than the free Zumba classes offered every Thursday at Burton Chace Park!

Dance Your Way to Fitness:
Zumba is more than just a dance class; it’s a fitness party! Combining dance styles like salsa, merengue, and cumbia with high-energy cardio, Zumba is a proven way to:

Burn calories and tone muscles: Get your heart rate pumping and sculpt your body with every move.
Boost your mood and energy: Feel the stress melt away as you dance to upbeat music and connect with others.
Improve coordination and flexibility: Move your body in new ways and gain confidence in your movement.
Have a blast! The infectious energy and supportive atmosphere will leave you smiling and wanting more.

Why Choose Burton Chace Park?

It’s FREE! Enjoy the benefits of Zumba without breaking the bank.
It’s for everyone! Beginners and experienced dancers alike are welcome to join the fun.
It’s outdoors! Breathe in the fresh air and soak up the sunshine while you dance.
It’s convenient! Burton Chace Park is a popular spot with ample parking and stunning views.

Join the Zumba party at Burton Chace Park and discover the joy of movement, music, and community!

For additional information, visit the website @
beaches.lacounty.gov

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Prince O’ Whales Karaoke
2025-09-18 22:00 - 2025-09-19 01:00 | Prince o’ Whales, 335 Culver Blvd, Playa del Rey, CA, 90293, United States
EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY- Playa del Rey
Get ready to sing your heart out at the Prince O’ Whales, where you can be the star of the show and have a whale of a time! Tuesdays & Thursdays starting at 10:00pm.

335 Culver Blvd, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

Your Neighborhood Chill Spot in Playa Del Rey
Calling all Angelenos searching for a place to unwind, catch the game, and indulge in delicious comfort food! Look no further than Prince O’ Whales, a Playa Del Rey institution that’s been serving up good vibes and great eats since 1955.

A Throwback Vibe with Modern Charm
Step inside and be transported to a bygone era. The warm brick walls, vintage signage, and classic bar stools evoke a sense of nostalgia, while the friendly staff and lively atmosphere ensure you’re right at home in the present.

Where Sports Fans Feel Like Family
Whether you’re a die-hard Dodgers supporter or a casual sports enthusiast, Prince O’ Whales is your go-to spot for game day. With 17 TVs showcasing all the major sporting events, you’ll never miss a play. Plus, the energetic crowd and shared passion for sports create an electric atmosphere that’s contagious.

Food that Warms the Soul
No visit to Prince O’ Whales is complete without indulging in their delectable menu. From juicy burgers and crispy fries to hearty sandwiches and flavorful salads, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Don’t forget to save room for their signature dishes, like the slow-roasted prime rib or the decadent chocolate chip cookie sundae.

More Than Just a Bar & Grill
Prince O’ Whales is more than just a place to eat and drink; it’s a community hub where locals gather to connect, celebrate, and create lasting memories. They regularly host live music events, trivia nights, and happy hours, ensuring there’s always something fun to do.
So, whether you’re looking for a casual hangout with friends, a lively spot to catch the game, or a delicious meal in a welcoming atmosphere, Prince O’ Whales is the perfect destination. Come experience the magic for yourself and discover your new favorite neighborhood joint!
Hours
Monday – Friday: 4:00 pm – 2:00 am
Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 am
Sunday: 11:00 am – 2:00 am

For additional information, visit the website @
princeowhales.com

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Karaoke Night at Barney's Beanery
2025-09-18 22:00 - 2025-09-19 02:00 | Barney’s Beanery – Burbank, 250 N 1st St, Burbank, CA, 91502, United States
EVERY THURSDAY – Barney’s Beanery
Elevate your Thursday nights with a touch of musical magic at Barney’s Beanery! Join us every Thursday at 10:00 pm for a Karaoke Night like no other. Unleash your inner rock star, crooner, or diva as you take center stage and belt out your favorite tunes in an atmosphere of fun and camaraderie.
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-time karaoke enthusiast, our stage is yours to command. Share the spotlight with friends, make new connections, and revel in the electrifying energy of the night. With an extensive song selection and a lively crowd, Barney’s Beanery offers the perfect setting to let your musical aspirations come to life.
Indulge in the thrill of applause, feel the rhythm of the music, and experience the rush of performing live. Our Karaoke Night is a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and shared laughter. So, gather your friends, warm up those vocal cords, and make your way to Barney’s Beanery for a Thursday night filled with unforgettable melodies and unforgettable memories. The spotlight is yours – embrace the stage, and let the music move you.

250 N. 1st St. Burbank, CA 91502

Barney’s Beanery in Burbank is located in the middle of Downtown Burbank, a hub of bars, restaurants, shops, and movie theaters. We have a mix of indoor and outdoor seating options, a stadium seating area with a 25-foot screen, and a lounge seating area with two projector screens. We’ve got room for reservations big and small, karaoke and trivia nights, 40 beers on draft, and our famously long newspaper menu.

Barney’s Beanery is a full-service bar/restaurant with a history in LA going back almost 100 years. We’ve grown over the years, from a small chili cafe in West Hollywood to a multi-unit staple of the Los Angeles restaurant scene. We serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner from morning to midnight and offer a full bar with over 40 beers on draft. The scene at Barney’s is casual and raucous, a-rockin’ fun restaurant for groups small and large.

Barney’s Beanery in Westwood Village is located one block from the UCLA campus. We have a mix of indoor and outdoor dining options, two bars on two floors, a stadium seating section for big game watches, and the best bar scene in Westwood. Check out our Karaoke and Trivia nights, and we are available for reservations or walk-ins every day.

HOURS
Monday – Friday: 12:00 pm – 2:00 am
Saturday – Sunday: 11:00 am – 2:00 am

For additional information, visit the website @
barneysbeanery.com

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FULL MUSEUM VIRTUAL TOUR
2025-09-19 | https://www.petersen.org/watch-page
STREAM NOW- TWO HOUR VIRTUAL TOUR- Petersen Auto Museum

Petersen Auto Museum welcomes you to join us as we do our first ever, 2+hour Full Museum & Vault Virtual Guided Tour. This tour will walk through almost all of the vehicles in the museum and cover the 5 newest exhibitions including Supercars, Extreme Conditions, Reclaimed Rust (the James Hetfield Collection), and Redefining Performance (Porsche).

Petersen Auto Museum Virtual Tour includes over 200 makes and models spanning over 120 years
of automotive history. You will also see the Vault presented by @Hagerty​, which includes celebrity cars like the @TheSmokingTire​‘s
Matt Farah’s Lamborghini, @Tavarish​‘s Lamborghini,
and Bruce Canepa’s #Porsche​ 959.

VAULT ABSTRACT
After an extensive renovation, the Vault presented by Hagerty® has more than doubled in size and now features over 250 vehicles from around the world. Discover some of the most iconic and rare cars, motorcycles, and trucks spanning over 120 years of automotive history. Visitors get to explore the history of the automobile, from early legends to stunning modern supercars. Visitors will see turn-of-the-twentieth-century cars, head-of-state vehicles, American classics, the personal rides of Hollywood legends, award-winning hot rods, cars that pushed the boundaries of innovation, and many other surprises.

Timestamps below for each floor.
​ Skip to 2nd Floor: 33:45​ (Motorsports, Motorcycles, James Hetfield’s Collection, Offroad & Porsche)
Skip to 1st Floor: 1:13:06​ (Science Fiction Cars)
Skip to Vault: 1:23:53​ (200+ car collection underground)

The Petersen Automotive Museum is a 501(c)3 charity and exists to educate and build passion around the automobile. While maintaining a global reach, the Petersen Automotive Museum continually studies the crucial role that Los Angeles, and California as a whole, has played in the development of the automobile and its establishment as a cultural artifact. To ensure that the Petersen continues to become the center for automotive thought by presenting mobility’s past, present, and future.

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.petersen.org/watch-page

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ArtistWorks- Free Word Class Music Training Online
2025-09-19 | Los Angeles Public Libraries Online, Los Angeles, CA, United States
FREE ONLINE MUSIC CLASSES- free with your library card
ArtistWorks provides world-class instruction for the most popular string and band instruments through self-paced video lessons from professional musicians.
ArtistWorks is dedicated to providing anyone, anywhere in the world with affordable, interactive access to some of the greatest music teachers in the world.
And thanks to your local library,
World-Class Music Instruction is Now FREE!
Our mission is to “Teach the World Music.” ArtistWorks’ patented Video Exchange® Learning Platform connects master teachers with enthusiastic players in a unique social online learning environment in which each interaction becomes a learning experience for all. Our goal is to provide the most comprehensive music education destination available online.

Access free music lessons with your library card! Try ArtistWorks for world-class music instruction from master musicians! From introductory to advanced lessons, you can learn:

Guitar
Piano
Percussion
Harmonica
Singing
Banjo
Ukulele
Flute
and more

Discover ArtistWorks in the Libby app, under Extras!

LIBBY APP- Provided FREE by LA libraries

EBOOKS & AUDIO BOOKS, MAGAZINES & MOVIES FREE
Libby is an innovative mobile app from OverDrive designed to make borrowing and enjoying e-books and audiobooks from the library easier than ever. Borrow and read ebooks and audiobooks from your local public library for FREE!

Browse, search, and discover.
There are thousands of ebooks and audiobooks, hand-selected by your library, available for reading. Explore the collection through catalog guides, subjects, featured titles, and curated lists. It’s a delight to discover new books through Libby.
Find and borrow a title with just a few taps. You can use Libby in place of, or in addition to, the traditional OverDrive app. Libby is available for Android, iOS and Windows devices.

Getting Started

Don’t have a library card?
Get an e-card to get access instantly.
Step 1 – Download the Libby app from your device’s app store. Or, use it in your web browser at libbyapp.com

Step 2 – Open Libby and find the Los Angeles Public Library.

Step 3 – Browse the library’s collection and borrow a title. When prompted, sign in with a valid library card and PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number).
Step 4 – Enjoy! Borrowed titles appear on your Shelf.

Is Libby free?
Yes, Libby is completely free. It’s free to install, and there are no subscription costs, no in-app purchases, and no late fees. All you need a valid library card from your library.

How do I get a library card?
Some libraries let you get a library card directly inside Libby, using your phone number.
Libraries have varying requirements for library cards. Your best bet is to contact your local library directly (or visit their website) to see what you need to do.

Does Libby work with my library?
Libby works with public libraries that use OverDrive. Over 90% of public libraries in North America have OverDrive, and Libby can be found in 78 countries worldwide. Try searching for your library on overdrive.com

What books can I find in Libby?
From the classics to NYT bestsellers, your library chooses which digital titles they’d like to provide in Libby. This means they can tailor their content directly to your community’s needs. Libby is only for digital titles. It doesn’t include any physical materials from your library.

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.lapl.org/artist-works

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IAMLA Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
2025-09-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, 644 N Main St, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
TUESDAY TO SUNDAY – Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, or IAMLA, is located in the historic Italian Hall, which was constructed in 1908 to serve as a gathering place for the Italian community. Today, the Italian Hall is the oldest remaining structure from Los Angeles’ Italian enclave and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

THE HISTORY
Italians and Italian Americans have played an instrumental role in the development of Los Angeles as one of the world’s greatest metropolises, yet the history of Italians in the region is largely unknown. Though Los Angeles is home to the nation’s fifth-largest Italian population today, and the Italian presence in the American West predates the nation’s founding, seldom is the city included in dialogs surrounding contemporary or historic Italian American communities. An examination of the region’s Italian roots reveals both the complexity of the Italian Diaspora and the exceptionally diverse fabric of Southern California’s history.

The Los Angeles Italian experience contrasts with that of Italian immigrants elsewhere in the country and reveals the complexity of the Italian American diaspora. Given the success that Italian Americans have achieved in the United States, it is easy to forget that they, like other minority groups, faced considerable prejudice and hostility in their struggle to achieve the American Dream. In the American South, Italians were a common target of lynchings and racially-motivated violence. In the early 20th century, eugenicists described Italians as genetically inferior, while political cartoons of the era depicted Italians as threats to American security and racial purity.
THE MISSION
The mission of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles is to foster a deeper understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research, historic preservation, exhibitions, and educational programs that examine the history and continuing contributions of Italian Americans in multi-ethnic Los Angeles and the United States.
The IAMLA is a charity that depends on donations to accomplish its specific mission. As such, the IAMLA does entertain requests for financial support to fund other organizations, charitable or otherwise, nor does it provide financial resources to artists, scholars, filmmakers, etc. The IAMLA does not fund exhibitions or theatrical or cinematic productions, nor is the museum rented for such projects.

Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00am – 3:00pm

For additional information, visit the website @
www.iamla.org

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Western Museum of Flight
2025-09-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Western Museum of Flight, 3315 Airport Drive, Torrance, 90505, United States
FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12- Torrance
The Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit, educational institution dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California’s aviation heritage. The Air Museum’s educational programs give children an opportunity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history. The Air Museum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects. The Western Museum of Flight’s collection includes numerous Warbirds, aircraft and target drones, piston and jet aircraft engines, aircraft components, aircraft ejection seats, World War II instruments, aircrew accessories, and an extensive model aircraft collection. Please visit us at www.wmof.com.
Western Museum of Flight, is located at historic “Louis Zamperini Field”, in Torrance.

The Western Museum of Flight (WMOF)
is operated by the Southern California Historical Aviation Foundation. It houses not only historic aircraft, many of which were built in Southern California, but also has an extensive collection of historic photographs and blueprints.

The WMOF is one of two museums that house the only surviving Jack Northrop flying wings. The museum has several other rare aircraft among its collection, including:

North American F-86Sabre Jet

Northrop YF-17 “Cobra” (Prototype #1)

The Northrop N-3PB World War II single engine seaplane built in 1940. Twenty four N-3PB’s were built, this is the only remaining example.

Plus numerous other notable jet- and propeller-drive airplanes.

The Western Museum of Flight- Aircraft Model Collection
is quite extensive. The over 300 models include numerous wind tunnel models including the Northrop “Alpha”, the Northrop A-9A, Hundreds of plastic scale models are also included in the collection.
Hours
Tuesday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-3:00p.m.

General Admission $5.00
Members Free
Children under 12 years Free

For additional information, visit the website @
https://www.wmof.com/

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