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THE ECHO: MONDAY NIGHT RESIDENCIES
2020-08-10 21:00 - 23:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA, United States
EVERY MONDAY NIGHT @ in Echo Park
MONDAY NIGHT RESIDENCIES are FREE at the Echo on Sunset Blvd. Check out their website for a full listing of acts and showtimes at https://www.spacelandpresents.com/events/the-echo/
ABOUT THE ECHO + ECHOPLEX
The Echo & Echoplex has solidified its stance as the go-to destination for major local music events, dance nights and a wide spectrum of touring acts while introducing some of the hottest bands to the L.A. music scene, voted top 5 music venues in Los Angeles by Filter Magazine. Both venues are known for its adventurous booking policy that embraces talent from around the world and down the block. The coveted free Monday Night Music residency has helped launch the careers of The Airborne Toxic Event, Hanni El Khatib, War Paint, Active Child, and Foster the People. Notable bands that have graced the venue: Beck, Green Day, Skrillex, Nine Inch Nails, Atoms for Peace, Incubus, LCD Soundsystem, Kendrick Lamar, Run The Jewels, Steve Aoki, Thundercat, Lorde, HAIM, Tov Lo, Future Islands, Jamie XX & The Rolling Stones.

PARKING
There is ample street parking in the area and most meters end at 9pm if not earlier. Public lots within walking distance of the venues: go to http://parkinginla.lacity.org/, click “Central”, find Lot 643, 662, 663, 676, 679. There is also additional parking across the street at Bedrock.LA (1623 Allesandro St)
PRESS
The best LA club to be up in.– Thrillist
No place can match the Echoplex in terms of the raw intensity that it brings out of both bands and patrons– KROQ
The Echo and its downstairs counterpart, Echoplex, book the hottest super-indie bands of the moment
-WHERE MAGAZINE
“ECHO & ECHOPLEX conjoined-sibling indie performance venues – are “premier destinations” to see bands “before they’re huge”; – ZAGAT

LA’s Coolest Small Venues For Live Music – CBS

Echo Park is an “up and coming neighborhood” and we are “an up and coming band”
– MICK JAGGER WHILE PERFORMING AT THE ECHOPLEX APRIL 2013

For additional information, visit the website @
spacelandpresents.com/events/the-echo/

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Anaheim Art Crawl Experience
2020-08-08 18:00 - 22:00 | The Anaheim Arts District, 241 South Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA, 92805, United States
2ND SUNDAY- Downtown Anaheim Arts District
FREE! Anaheim “Art Crawl Experience” or simply “ACE” is a visually invigorating, tastefully titillating, and an auditory explosive art walk and arts festival that takes place from 6pm to 10pm on the second Saturday of February, May, August and November in what has been acclaimed by local artisans as the Downtown Anaheim Arts District.
ACE is a ginormous art, music, and food event that takes over Downtown Anaheim four times a year. Every exhibit is unique and extraordinary. In August, transport back to the 1940’s to celebrate the end of the prohibition and the art of swing as ACE transforms Downtown Anaheim into a prominent swing club.
The quarterly Art Crawl Experience on the Center Street Promenade filled with art, gourmet food and performances by local entertainers.

Creative Artistry

The Free Anaheim Art Crawl Experience stretches from Anaheim Boulevard to Harbor Boulevard and along the Center Street Promenade. Local businesses and galleries get involved and there is an indie art bazaar. The Anaheim Resort Transit provides complimentary rides throughout the area.
Art lovers can immerse themselves in the local artist exhibits, street artisans, pop-up galleries, and indie craft fairs. Participating downtown eateries, shops, and gourmet food trucks make this event an experience the whole family can enjoy! For more information please visit this website.

ACE is a ginormous art, music, and food event that takes over Downtown Anaheim four times a year. Every exhibit is unique and extraordinary. In August, transport back to the 1940’s to celebrate the end of the prohibition and the art of swing as ACE transforms Downtown Anaheim into a prominent swing club.

A Relaxing Melody of Treasuries
The Free Anaheim Art Crawl Experience allows you to stroll through a cascade of canopies containing unique hand-crafted treasures and discover artists demonstrating their creative process live! Participating Downtown eateries and shops open their doors and transform their spaces into one-night pop-up galleries! Art lovers are encouraged to walk, crawl and explore what has been acclaimed by local artisans as the Downtown Anaheim Arts District.

Attendees of this quarterly art walk and arts festival enjoy multiple performance art areas, an indie craft fair, street artists, gourmet food trucks, brick & mortar galleries, boutique shops, restaurants, art in public places and free Anaheim Resort Transit shuttle rides throughout ACE. Parking in the Oak Street parking structures will be free for the evening courtesy of SP Plus. Find ACE at 201 Center Street Promenade, Anaheim.

For additional information, visit the website @
downtownanaheim.com

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National Geographic KIDS online
2020-08-07, 2020-07-07 | CA, United States
At National Geographic KIDS online, children can learn about animals, the environment, geography, and more. The site is the online presence of the popular nature magazine. Dozens of games, videos, photos, stories, and other activities illustrate animal behavior, cultural practices, and historical sites from around the world, as well as scientific topics ranging from the solar system to how your brain views light. Lessons about the importance of taking care of the environment are seamlessly woven into the content. With a seemingly endless supply of activities, National Geographic Kids offers quality learning experiences for kids thanks to its compelling content, which should interest a variety of ages.

At National Geographic KIDS online
you’ll find games, videos, fun facts from other countries and cool information about animals and pets!

One of publishing’s greatest resources, now online for kids.
Grade Level: Pre-K-2, 3-5, 6-8. Stunning photos and in-depth stories of Earth’s peoples and wildlife

While National Geographic Kids is a fantastic resource for students to explore their interests and follow their curiosity. The site would be a great way to introduce the diversity of life on Earth: Encourage students to learn about new animals, watch the science and geography series, and explore the interactive world map.
Teachers of younger students will find this easy-to-use educational tool a great way to increase engagement and add extension activities for science and social studies lessons. Note: Though the site content is free, there are abundant links to subscribe to the National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids magazines.

WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW

Parents need to know that National Geographic Kids is the online component to National Geographic Kids magazine. Among its educational games, kid-friendly information, and great footage, the site has a few videos that feature animals stalking and attacking their prey. Administrators approve all photos that kids upload to their site profiles and the My Shot photo gallery, and comments also require approval, which helps prevent bad language and other issues. Kids will need a paid subscription to access certain items on the site. Parents also should be aware that there are ads prompting users to subscribe to National Geographic on every page and a link to the main National Geographic site, which has an extensive store. Also, some content is only available through a paid subscription, which is $4.99 a month or $29 a year

National Geographic ccccccccc through groundbreaking storytelling from the best and brightest scientists, explorers, photographers, and filmmakers in the world. Our yellow border serves as a portal to explore the farthest reaches of the Earth and beyond. Places only National Geographic can take you.
We offer our audience true 360 experiences across an unparalleled portfolio of media assets: television channels, magazines, kids, travel, books, video, events, and digital and social platforms. Every asset and every story entertains, enlightens, and enables people to better understand the world and their own place in it – our core purpose. We reach millions of people around the world, with our television networks in 172 countries and our publications available in 41 languages.
National Geographic Partners is a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society. We return 27% of our proceeds to the nonprofit Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation, and education. This unique partnership creates a virtuous cycle of storytelling and exploration that inspires people to act, enlightens their perspective, and often provides the spark to new ideas and innovation.
About the National Geographic Society
The National Geographic Society is a global nonprofit organization committed to exploring and protecting our planet. We fund hundreds of research and conservation projects around the world each year and inspire new generations through our education initiatives and resources. For more information, visit nationalgeographic.org.

For additional information, visit the website @
kids.nationalgeographic.com

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NASA Stem @ Home
2020-08-05, 2020-07-05 | Online event
THE UNIVERSE ONLINE @ nasa.gov
NASA Stem at Home brings the universe home to your kids grades K – College. NASA’s journeys have propelled technological breakthroughs, pushed the frontiers of scientific research, and expanded our understanding of the universe. These accomplishments, and those to come, share a common genesis: education in science, technology, engineering, and math.

In NASA STEM Engagement, we deliver tools for young Americans and educators to learn and succeed. We seek to:

Create unique opportunities for students and the public to contribute to NASA’s work in exploration and discovery.
Build a diverse future STEM workforce by engaging students in authentic learning experiences with NASA people, content, and facilities.
Strengthen public understanding by enabling powerful connections to NASA’s mission and work.

NASA STEM at home will provide your children.

Play and Learn

Videos

Interactive Multimedia

Posters

Read About It

Mobile Apps

Image Galleries

Hands-on Activities

As your child grows, NASA at Home grows with him.
Games they can play.
Projects they can build.
Things they can make
And strength training like an astronaut.

As your child prepares for their future, NASA is by their side with programs like

Latest Opportunities for High School Students
NASA Calls on Gamers, Citizen Scientists to Help Map World’s Corals
Short Film Contest
and more

To achieve these goals, NASA STEM Engagement strives to increase K-12 involvement in NASA projects, enhance higher education, support underrepresented communities, strengthen online education, and boost NASA’s contribution to informal education. The intended outcome is a generation prepared to code, calculate, design, and discover its way to a new era of American innovation.

For additional information, visit the website @
nasa.gov/specials/nasaathome

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Learn How To Be A Ventriloquist
2020-08-04, 2020-07-07 | CA, United States
FREE ONLINE with Jeff Dunham
You can learn how to be a ventriloquist, with Jeff Dunham. A few years ago Jeff Dunham released an instructional DVD of ventriloquism lessons called “How To Talk To Yourself.” It was included with the Little Jeff ventriloquist’s dummy, but that was the only way to get it! The lessons feature Walter, Peanut, Achmed, Little Jeff and Jeff showing you the ventriloquial basics in 10 easy parts! But who uses a DVD player anymore!? So because of popular demand, Jeff decided to upload all the chapters of this DVD for FREE! so you too can follow along and learn the art of ventriloquism right here on YouTube! Watch them all!
To start at the beginning, click the video below.

Lesson include:
Lesson 1- The Easy Alphabet
Lesson 2- The Letter B
Lesson 3- The Letter F
Lesson 4- The Letter M
Lesson 5- The Letter P
Lesson 6- The Letter V
Lesson 7- The Letters W & Y
Lesson 8- The Other Voice & Timing
Lesson 9- Figure Manipulation
Lesson 10- The FINAL Lesson

Jeff Dunham
A Texas native, after graduating from Baylor University, Dunham moved to Los Angeles and soon became a sensation on the national comedy club circuit. He later conquered the comedy world by becoming a multi-platinum selling DVD artist and achieving record-breaking ratings on both cable and network TV. His 2015 stand-up special, “Unhinged in Hollywood,” debuted on NBC Primetime and ranked as the time period’s top non-sports program on the Big 4 in every key measure. The special was re-broadcast on Comedy Central and was the top rated special of the year for the entire network. Dunham’s previous stand-up specials, “Arguing with Myself,” “Spark of Insanity,” “A Very Special Christmas,” “Controlled Chaos,” “Minding the Monsters,” and “All Over the Map,” have garnered record-breaking numbers by either claiming “most watched” or “highest rated” on Comedy Central.
Dunham has made many cameo appearances across television and film, from the Emmy Award-winning comedy series “30 Rock,” “Angie Tribeca,” and “Dinner for Schmucks,” starring Steve Carrell and Paul Rudd.
His autobiography, “All By My Selves: Walter, Peanut, Achmed and Me,” was on the New York Times’ Best Seller list three weeks in a row. Dunham has also been awarded “Billboard’s Top Comedy Tour” for three years based on box office sales. Dunham is currently on the road through the end of the year and well beyond, with his cast of characters.
Adding to an amazing list of recent accomplishments, Dunham’s contribution to the world of show business and comedy was recognized in 2017 when he received a star on the “Hollywood Walk of Fame,” commemorating over two decades of superstardom. Now it’s your turn to learn How to Be A Ventriloquist
For additional information, visit the website @
youtube.com/Jeff-Dunham

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Homeschooling Made Easy
2020-08-04, 2020-07-04 | LA Public Library Online, CA, United States
ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITANNICA ONLINE Free With Your Library Card
Welcome to Britannica School, a safe, up-to-date, and age-appropriate information resource for Elementary, Middle, and High School. Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources that support student research and reinforce curriculum standards.

SIGN ON HERE WITH YOUR LOS ANGELES PUBLIC LIBRARY CARD

Age-appropriate for K-12

Britannica School offers age-appropriate resources at 4 levels, the Learning Zone for early learners and elementary, middle and high school levels.

Elementary
Select Elementary learning and begin your adventure looking for people, places, and things. Watch and learn with videos and animations. Have fun with games and activities.

Middle & School Versions Grow as they do
Many online products offer multiple levels for different ages, but often struggling readers are reluctant to move to a lower level because the interface and experience are designed for younger students. With Britannica School, content is available at all three reading levels and students can move quickly from one level to another without changing the look and feel of the site. Content and Interface work together to give the user an experience tailored to their needs. For example, if elementary students move to a level with more advanced content, their interface becomes more advanced as well; but middle and high school students stay in their more advanced interfaces, even if they choose level 1.

For Educators and Home School Teachers

Our biggest users tell us that students, teachers and librarians all want to go beyond looking up content. You want to filter, tag favorites, adjust reading levels, share content, and serendipitously discover new and related ideas.
With Britannica School, educators can map text and multimedia to classroom activities on the fly and even toggle within an article to see the State and Common Core standards associated with it. Teachers can create, save and share lesson plans using the new lesson plan builder. They can map Britannica content, define steps and activities, select materials and share their ideas with other teachers. They can also access and review plans created by other teachers.

Britannica School’s ESL/ELL Support

English language learners may choose to have articles read aloud with each word highlighted as it is read to increase comprehension.
Other tools are built in for support as well including the Quick Click dictionary that provides definitions and audio pronunciations right when the reader needs them without leaving the article.
Britannica School also offers multiple translation tools with an emphasis on Spanish-English translation but with more than 50 world languages available.

Use Anywhere
Britannica School is accessible at school, home or anywhere you have an internet connection. Britannica School is designed to fit to any device—you can access content on a computer, tablet, or even a phone, and Britannica School’s design will fit your screen.

For additional information, visit the website @
britannica.com

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Free Online Tutoring
2020-08-03, 2020-07-03 | CA, United States
LIVE ONLINE TUTORING Help with Homework, Resume Writing and More

Tutor.com offers students of all ages live, one-to-one help from certified tutors online. Any patron with a valid library card can access these online services from the library or right from home. The K-12 Student Center, College Center and Adult Career Center from Tutor.com includes live, one-to-one tutoring, a real-time writing center and 24/7 access to worksheets, videos and tutorials in just about any subject. A live, online tutoring and resume writing service is also available. The service is completely free for our community.

Access Tutor.com now!
Help for K-12 Students, College Students and Adults Students of all ages and job seekers can find the help they need by simply visit your library’s website and looking for the Tutor.com graphic. Tutor.com has a network of over 2,000 certified tutors as well as career specialists who are ready to help with just about any question you may have. Here’s the type of help you can get in each center.

K-12 Student Center: Students can get help with homework, test preparation, skills and concepts they are learning in class and standardized test preparation and college entrance exams. Subjects include math, science, social studies and English.
College Center: Besides subject-specific help, students can prepare for the GED and get resume help or prepare for graduate school entrance exams.
Adult Career Center: Adults going back to school can get subject-specific help, prepare for the GED, get resume help or prepare for the citizenship exam.

Each center also includes real-time writing assistance from English tutors or career specialists for adults working on resumes. Students and job seekers get immediate feedback, writing tips and strategies as well as proofreading. Need help at midnight? No problem. Each center includes 24/7 access to thousands of resources including study guides, worksheets, videos and more in math, science, social studies, English, resume writing, GED prep, Citizenship exam prep and more.

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We can help you study for the SAT, PSAT, ACT and SAT subject tests.
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Hot Wheel Garage
2020-08-01 10:00 - 13:00 | The Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum, 610 Lairport Street, El Segundo, CA, 90245, United States
FREE FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER- @ The Automobile Driving Museum in El Segundo
Join us for Hot Wheels Garage

Hot Wheels Garage is Life-sized Hot Wheels, Raffle Prizes, Hot Wheels + Endless Tracks, Train rides, Go-Karts and much much more. @10:00 am to 1:00 pm

The Automobile Driving Museum
Our mission is to collect, preserve, exhibit and ride in historic vehicles. WE HAVE CARS. LOTS OF THEM. 130+ Vintage, Antique and Muscle Cars
We use our collection to present educational opportunities, new age engineering and cultural evolution of the automobile.

This museum is a great place to bring a group of kids for an afternoon of fun and education.
We welcome visits from summer camps, church groups and schools to offer them STEM projects and fun activities. Call ahead and we will arrange to have a docent on hand to give an informative tour of the museum’s car collection. We have an activity room that can host a group of 25-45 kids plus adults with tables for arts and crafts.

Automobile Driving Museum’s SUNDAY CAR RIDES
Sundays 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Subject to availability.
Please call the museum the Thursday before to get the Ride List!
Sunday rides do not need a reservation. They are first come, first served.
Please call 310-909-0950 ext. 200 to schedule a private tour with rides any other day at a special rate!

Scavenger Hunt

Ask at the front desk about the scavenger hunt on your next visit to Automobile Driving Museum. Follow the clues to discover hidden surprises and interesting facts throughout the museum.
Kids Area
Visiting kids will have fun in our kids area playing with cars and tracks, dress-up and mechanic tent. There are two cars that kids are welcome to play in as well being the perfect set-up for a memorable photograph.

Admission ( Suggested Museum Donations )
Children 10 & under get in FREE
Children (11-17) $5
Adults $15
Family of Four $25
Senior $10

Hours
Open Tuesday-Sunday
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Ride Along: Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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

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CRUISE IN
2020-07-27 10:00 - 14:00 | The Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum, 610 Lairport Street, El Segundo, CA, 90245, United States
SATURDAY JUNE 27th @ The Automobile Driving Museum
ADM Cruise In Show 2020 is open to classic, vintage, hot rods, muscle, and custom cars!
Spectators enter FREE!
Cars Cruise-in at 8 a.m.
Open to the public at 10 am
Car spots are first come first serve
Music entertainment provided by “U.S. 99” Retro-vintage Rock N Roll, Blues..& More!
Coffee provided by Atomic Coffee

ADM Cruise In Show 2020 June 27 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Automobile Driving Museum
The Automobile Driving Museum’s mission is to collect, preserve, exhibit and ride in historic vehicles.
WE HAVE CARS. LOTS OF THEM.
130+
Vintage, Antique and Muscle Cars
We use our collection to present educational opportunities, new age engineering and cultural evolution of the automobile.

This museum is a great place to bring a group of kids for an afternoon of fun and education.
We welcome visits from summer camps, church groups and schools to offer them STEM projects and fun activities. Call ahead and we will arrange to have a docent on hand to give an informative tour of the museum’s car collection. We have an activity room that can host a group of 25-45 kids plus adults with tables for arts and crafts.

Automobile Driving Museum’s SUNDAY CAR RIDES
Sundays 10:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Subject to availability.
Please call the museum the Thursday before to get the Ride List!
Sunday rides do not need a reservation. They are first come, first served.
Please call 310-909-0950 ext. 200 to schedule a private tour with rides any other day at a special rate!

Scavenger Hunt

Ask at the front desk about the scavenger hunt on your next visit to Automobile Driving Museum. Follow the clues to discover hidden surprises and interesting facts throughout the museum.
Kids Area
Visiting kids will have fun in our kids area playing with cars and tracks, dress-up and mechanic tent. There are two cars that kids are welcome to play in as well being the perfect set-up for a memorable photograph.

Join us for Hot Wheels Garage

Life-sized Hot Wheels, Raffle Prizes, Hot Wheels + Endless Tracks, Train rides, Go-Karts and much much more. @10:00 am to 1:00 pm Check flyer below for schedule because dates will vary.

Admission ( Suggested Museum Donations )
Children 10 & under get in FREE
Children (11-17) $5
Adults $15
Family of Four $25

Hours
Open Tuesday-Sunday
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Ride Along: Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

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

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MEET THE PEACOCKS FOR FREE TODAY
2020-07-21 09:00 - 16:30, 2020-06-16 09:00 - 16:30 | Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Ave, Arcadia, CA, 91007, United States
FREE EVERY THIRD TUESDAY in Arcadia
The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden is a unique 127-acre botanical garden and historical site that includes Native American, Rancho Period, and late 19th century treasures. In addition to concerts and tours, we offer activities and events that cater to every audience. You will discover plants and trees from all over the world as you wander along paths and learn about California history on your journey through the garden.

Gardens & Landscapes
A stroll through Los Angeles County Arboretum will take you through a variety of gardens and landscapes that offer beauty and tranquility as well as ideas for your outdoor space at home.

A serene landscape of gentle pools, water lilies and shaded benches, the Aquatic Garden sits at the picturesque summit of Tallac Knoll, with the Meyberg Waterfall below.

Seven design vignettes creatively display great plants and ideas for Southern California landscapes.

Climate appropriate plants create bountiful drought-resilient landscapes. Plants thrive in the low water conditions of our Mediterranean climate.

Choice fruits and vegetables for Southern California are supported by a rain harvest system in this landscape of ideas and new plants for the home food garden.

Perennials, shrub borders and flowering trees are artfully combined in this serene, intimate landscape. Created in honor of Grace V. Kallam, the garden offers design ideas and outstanding plants for Southern California Gardens.

Showcasing herbs and shrubs that contribute to human cultures around the world, the Herb Garden reveals the botanical sources for medicines, spices, textiles and other basics of living.

A path resembling a serpent, inspired by the creation myth of the Australian Aborigines, winds through a selection of “Down Under” plants that are outstanding for our region.

Stunning vistas of the San Gabriel Mountains are enjoyed across lawns framed by magnolias and temperate trees offering outstanding fall color.

Designed by noted landscape architect Edward Huntsmen Trout, the Rose Garden features heritage varieties and David Austin selections, amid elegant pergolas and arbors, all in a setting of citrus and swaying Mexican fan palms.

Treasures from Los Angeles County Arboretum’s tropical plant collections, which include several thousand orchids, find a home in this lush greenhouse display.

Showcasing plants from Mediterranean climates around the world, the Water Conservation Garden seeks to demonstrate that careful planting design can achieve high standards of both landscape beauty and water stewardship.

Admission
On the third Tuesday of the month, admission is free. Advance tickets are required. Please click here to reserve tickets for Free Day.

Getting Here
The Arboretum is located in the city of Arcadia, just east of Pasadena and across the street from Santa Anita Park. We are easy to reach by car or public transportation. We are located at 301 North Baldwin Avenue.

For additional information, visit the website @
arboretum.org

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LITTLE FREE LIBRARY
2020-07-21, 2020-06-16 | CA, United States
FREE BOOK EXCHANGE BOXES Various Location around LA
Through Little Free Library book exchanges, millions of books are exchanged each year, profoundly increasing access to books for readers of all ages and backgrounds.

Why Does Book Access Matter?
Academically, children growing up in homes without books are on average three years behind children in homes with lots of books, even when controlled for other key factors. One of the most successful ways to improve the reading achievement of children is to increase their access to books, especially at home. But two out of three children living in poverty have no books to call their own.

Book-sharing boxes play an essential role by providing 24/7 access to books (and encouraging a love of reading!) in areas where books are scarce.
At the Little Free Library nonprofit, we’re working to fill book deserts and place libraries where they can make a big impact through our Impact Library Program. We’ve donated more than 1,000 libraries through this program to-date.

The Los Angeles area is already home to almost 75 such libraries; use the Little Free Library map to find exact addresses for boxes in Hollywood, Culver City, Westchester, Marina Del Rey, Burbank, and beyond. More locations will certainly be springing up soon.

Our staff is dedicated to increasing book access and forging community connections. Watch the adjacent video to get a 30-second introduction to learn how you can start one, too!

We provide ongoing support to Little Free Library volunteer stewards, offering free library-building instructions, an online store with pre-built library models and kits, access to free or discounted books, and an e-newsletter full of ideas and advice. Our Action Book Club, which combines reading with community service, is open to all.

We also maintain a world map of registered Little Free Library boxes to help people find and share books wherever they are, and we have donated more than 1,000 Little Free Library book exchanges (and counting!) to communities where books are scarce through our Impact Library Program.

For additional information, visit the website @
littlefreelibrary.org

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Now On Kanopy
2020-07-05 | CA, United States
STREAMING NOW: I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO- 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.

I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO
An Oscar-nominated documentary narrated by Samuel L. Jackson, I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO explores the continued peril America faces from institutionalized racism.
In 1979, James Baldwin wrote a letter to his literary agent describing his next project, Remember This House. The book was to be a revolutionary, personal account of the lives and successive assassinations of three of his close friends–Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King, Jr. At the time of Baldwin’s death in 1987, he left behind only thirty completed pages of his manuscript.
Now, in his incendiary new documentary, master filmmaker Raoul Peck envisions the book James Baldwin never finished. The result is a radical, up-to-the-minute examination of race in America, using Baldwin’s original words and flood of rich archival material. I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO is a journey into black history that connects the past of the Civil Rights movement to the present of #BlackLivesMatter. It is a film that questions black representation in Hollywood and beyond. And, ultimately, by confronting the deeper connections between the lives and assassination of these three leaders, Baldwin and Peck have produced a work that challenges the very definition of what America stands for.
“You would be hard-pressed to find a movie that speaks to the present moment with greater clarity and force, insisting on uncomfortable truths and drawing stark lessons from the shadows of history.” – A.O. Scott, The New York Times
“This Oscar-nominated portrait of James Baldwin uses the author’s words to bridge the civil-rights past with our racially incendiary present. It’s unmissable and unforgettable.” – Peter Travers, The Rolling Stone

Running Time
94 mins
Year
2016
Rating
PG-13
Filmmakers
Raoul Peck
Features
James Baldwin, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr, Medgar Evers

KANOPY
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 on Kanopy. 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?

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, visit the website @
kanopy.com/signup

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Cream Puff Friday
2020-06-26 11:00 - 12:00 | CA, United States
LEARN TO MAKE CREAM PUFF FROM SCRATCH! Online

Grades – 9-12
The Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey is committed to keeping you connected to Girl Scouts while staying healthy in our homes.
Join us for a fun hour in the kitchen as we make cream puffs from scratch! Girls will learn from a professional pastry chef how to make cream puffs using everyday ingredients and household items.
Supply List: Please make sure that you have these supplies ready to go at the time of the program as time will not permit us to wait for participants to gather supplies.
• ½ cup margarine
• 1 cup flour
• 4 eggs
• Pudding, any flavor (pre-made)
• Powder sugar
• Zip-loc bag
• Medium/large pan
• Spoon
• Measureing cups
• Mixer
• Cookie sheet
• Pan spray
• Parchment paper (optional)
You will receive the link to the webinar in the confirmation email.
For questions about the program, please reach out to GSCSNJ Customer Care at 856-795-1560 or via email at customercare@gscsnj.org
This webinar is going to be recorded and hosted on the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey YouTube page for other girls to use as a resource in the future. Should you not want your girl’s voice or likeness to be hosted on YouTube, please wait for the recorder webinar to be posted to our website at gscsnj.org/virtual. By registering for this program, you, your girl, and your family agree to abide by the Girl Scouts Internet Safety Pledge and Girl Scout Mission, Promise, & Law.

For additional information, visit the website @
eventbrite.com/e/cream-puff-friday

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Yoga with Jessica-FREE
2020-06-23 17:30 - 18:30 | CA, United States
Yoga with Jessica

Jessica’s classes are tailored to what the students need. She loves creating sequences (and playlists) that feel good in the body, create balance, strength and ease but love first and foremost hearing what areas students need to send a little extra love and attention to and build on that. Jessica’s favorite kind of practice is where hatha meets vinyasa, long holds and alignment focused classes meet the fluidity of breath, movement and fire. Jessica also incorporates meditation and some light breath work which I found immensely nourishing especially in these times.
Jessica’s Background~
With a background in dance and field hockey, I combine my passion for movement and strength through invigorating sequences. Most recently, I have been passionate about fluidity and transitions – stepping out of ‘doing’ and into ‘being’.
I began practicing yoga 12 years ago while living in England and found that yoga helped me stay grounded and mindful in the midst of change. I am most excited to help others cultivate a practice where they can find what they most need in the current moment whether it’s to calm the mind, energize the body, embrace community, embrace themselves or just laugh a little.
When I am not practicing yoga, I can be found designing, in a cafe catching up with friends, or exploring a new part of the city or a new country. I constantly set new goals for myself in my personal and professional pursuits and find joy in the simple pleasures in life along the way.

For additional information, visit the website @
eventbrite.com/e/yoga-with-jessica

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Backyard Birding
2020-06-22 14:00 - 15:00 | CA, United States
Learn the basics of bird photography in your own backyard!

New to bird photography? So is Tamron Tech Rep, Janet! Join her as she talks about the challenges of attracting and photographing various avian visitors from her balcony.
About the Instructor:
Tamron Tech Rep, Janet, has worked in the photographic industry for over a decade. She truly enjoys educating both the consumer and dealer on photography and product capabilities. At an early age, Janet picked up her family’s camera, began shooting, and quickly discovered her natural eye for composition. She later fine-tuned her photographic eye in a black-and-white course during college and went on to shoot famed DJs and nightlife in and around some of Los Angeles’ hotspots. When she’s not traveling the country for Tamron, she’s either salsa dancing, hand-feeding hummingbirds, or shooting 8-ball.

For additional information, visit the website @
eventbrite.com/e/tamron-presents-backyard-birding

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TAKE A STROLL THRU HISTORY
2020-06-17 | Venice Canals, Venice, CA, United States
THE HISTORIC VENICE CANALS DISTRICT- in Venice Beach
The Venice Canals is a historical district in the Venice section of Los Angeles, California. Nestled between Abbot Kinney Blvd and the Beach, this area is the location of the last remaining canals which once were the heart of Venice Beach, California.

To find The Historic Venice Canals District
Start at the Venice Pier. Walk down Washington Blvd, 1 block past Pacific to the north side bridge, just before Baja Cantina. You’l find entrances to the walk paths on both sides of the canal.

Abbot Kinney
The Venice Canals began as a dream of one man, tobacco millionaire, Abbot Kinney. Kinney had done a walking tour of Italy and was absolutely overcome by the beauty of the canals of Venice. That experience lead Kinney to the grand idea, to take part of the Coastal Wetlands of Los Angeles, and turn them into what he called “Venice of America,” a luxurious seaside resort that brought a taste of Italy to L. A.

In 1905 the canals opened to the public and at first, these canals were all the rage, a cultural mecca and massive playground complete Amusements, train rides and every kind of distraction. Beautiful walkways were lined with flowers. Gondoliers took lovers on romantic adventures through the canals and beneath the beautifully lit bridges. But invention of the automobile, and the discovery of oil along the coast, quickly led the City of Los Angeles to fill in most of the canals and build city streets. Although a few of the canals were spared, Abbot Kinney’s dream soon deteriorated and began attracting crime.

Finally, after more than 40 years of unsavory residents, and environmental concerns, in 1992, the City restored the canals to their original spender, and since, Venice has become a safe haven of artists of all kinds and everyone and anyone was welcome, Anyone who could afford it, that is. Average home sales are now in the 3-10 million dollar range.
Although, much of Venice is gone, much still remains. You just need to know where to look.
For additional information, visit the website @
visitveniceca.com

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Nice Horse
2020-06-15 08:00 - 08:30 | CA
Watch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicehorsemusic

Get Up and Goh Dance
2020-06-14 10:00 - 15:45 | CA, United States
Free Children’s Livestream Ballet Classes
Are your children feeling restless in lockdown? Are they missing movement and creativity?

Join Goh Ballet for a Free Children’s Ballet Class livestream on Sunday, May 17 & 31 & June 14. This class is a quality online dance classes led by fully certified teachers, then join Whether they’re new or have had years of dance training – we’ve got a live-stream class to motivate and further inspire them.
A gift to the dance community during these troubling times, let’s share some fun with these themed ballet classes, sure to provide your young ones with their ballet needs from the safety of your own home! Students are welcome to sign-up for the class according to their age or the indicated training level, whichever is more appropriate.

Class Schedule – Sunday, May 17 & June 1 & 14:
10:00AM-10:30AM PST/ 1:00PM-1:30PM EST for Ages 3 & 4
11:00AM-11:30AM PST / 2:00PM-2:30PM EST for Ages 5 & 6
Imaginative and energetic themed creative dance classes for 3&4 and 5&6 year olds to aid the development of confidence, self-expression, spatial awareness, balance and mind and body coordination. No previous dance experience necessary!
1:30PM-2:15PM PST/ 4:30PM-5:15PM EST for Ages 7 & 8
A classical ballet class to help motivate, improve technique and inspire a passion for dance! Students registering for this class should have 1 or 2 years of ballet training with a basic understanding of simple ballet terms and vocabulary. Students should be able to follow along with the teacher as they are guided through the ballet combinations.
3:00PM-3:45PM PST/ 6:00PM-6:45PM EST for Ages 9 & 10
A classical ballet class focusing on more precise execution of steps, enriching the ability to join movements together and methods for improving technique from home! Students registering for this class should have 3 or more years of ballet training with a good understanding of basic ballet terms and vocabulary. Students should be able to follow along with the teacher as well as memorize short combinations or exercises and be able to demonstrate without assistance.
How to Take Part:
1. Register for a class through Eventbrite. (This is a free event)
2. Registered attendees will receive a Zoom link on the day of the class.
3. 5 minutes before the class is scheduled to begin join using Zoom to begin class!
Please make sure children are dressed in ballet attire or in fitted clothing and ballet slippers or ankle socks. Clothes should allow for free movement. A clear space of approximately 6 ft x 6 ft is needed to take this class.
By registering to attend this event I agree to receive relevant new updates from Goh Ballet. I understand that I can unsubscribe at any time.

For additional information, visit the website @

eventbrite.ca/e/get-up-and-goh

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Candle Pouring Workshop for Purpose
2020-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | 325 S Los Angeles St, 325 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA, 90013, us
Join our MADE by DWC Artisans for a hands-on workshop to learn the art of candle making and how MADE by DWC creates social impact for women transitioning out of homelessness through our job training program. And take home 3 candles that are uniquely you.
The second Saturday of the month at our production studio in DTLA.
https://madebydwc.org/pages/candle-pouring-workshop
The perfect place to gather your friends or meet new people.Plan a private birthday, wedding, or other event with us.Schedule a private team-building experience.
Give the gift of purpose!

Origami! Saturday Art for Kids
2020-06-13 09:00 - 10:00 | CA, United States
Stay Home, Make Art! Online

Stay home, grab your art supplies and join us for Saturday Art for Kids!
We’ll be teaching you how to make origami on June 13th at 1:00pm (central time)!
All you’ll need is some paper, pencils, and crayons!

REGISTER FOR FREE HERE

Link for this event will be included in your Eventbrite Ticket Confirmation Email!

For additional information, visit the website @
eventbrite.com/origami

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Alien Worlds: And Their Atmospheres
2020-06-12 20:00 - 21:00 | CA, United States
ON TUBE TODAY! 1-2pm

Learn about Alien Worlds: And Their Atmospheres , exoplanets, their atmospheres, and the basic ingredients of life in alien worlds!

Ever wonder what the atmospheres of alien worlds are like?
Or basic ingredients of life can create new worlds?
And how do astronomers even learn about these alien worlds?
Join us in this Young Stars session to learn about exoplanets with astro Nataliea Lowson.
Suitable for ages 6-13.
But if you’re older, join us anyway!
Timezone: Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne

About Nataliea
Nataliea Lowson is a PhD student at the University of Southern Queensland.
Her research focuses on Exoplanet Atmospheres, in particular, characterising their physical and chemical components using optical and infrared light.
When she is not doing her PhD, she’s teaching others about physics, astronomy and how to reduce waste consumption on her social media platforms.

Alien Worlds: And Their Atmospheres Zoom Information
Zoom login details will be sent to registered participants via email on Thur, 11 June.
Facebook Live
A parallel Facebook Live stream will also be shared on the Young Stars Facebook page.

SHALL WE DANCE - A Virtual Play
2020-06-11 15:30 - 16:30 | CA, United States
JUNE 11th 3:30 – 4:30pm on Instagram @ BAFgram

Shall We Dance tells the story of two nurses celebrating their anniversary virtually while treating COVID patients in two separate NYC hospitals. The piece was developed in LIT Council, a Writers Group for Men of Color at the Tank in midtown Manhattan.
Starring Katya Collazo (The BlackList) and Adam Davenport (Naked Boys Singing, High Maintenance) will star in “Shall We Dance” written by LIT Council Founder Akin Salawu for the Bridge Arts Festival’s Stay Home Sofa Series.
During quarantine, Katya Collazo’s been learning Spanish, French, and Italian. Katya’s also watched a total of 12 shows, 5 movies, read three books and somehow still has time to take a shower and bake some muffins. www.katyacollazo.com
Adam Davenport was recently named Electronica Artist of the Year by the International Music and Entertainment Association in the 6th Annual IMEA Awards. As an actor, Adam Davenport has worked on such internationally-renowned stages as The Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall and Theatre Row. https://www.theadamdavenport.com

The Bridge Arts Festival is a celebration of the arts in Bayonne, New Jersey. In September, The Bridge Art Gallery will host the Bridge Arts Festival with an expected crowd of several thousand people from Bayonne, New Jersey and beyond! The Bridge Arts Festival is a 3-day celebration of arts, music and culture.
Subscribe to the Bridge Arts Festival channel: https://bit.ly/BAFYouTube

Watch Shall We Dance @
Instagram: http://bit.ly/BAFgram
Facebook: http://bit.ly/BAFfcbk
Twitter: http://bit.ly/BAFTwit
Official Website: http://bit.ly/BridgeArtsFest

For additional information, visit the website @
BridgeArtsFest.com

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FREE DAILY ONLINE YOGA CLASSES
2020-06-11 11:00 - 12:00 | CA, United States
FREE EVERYDAY at 2pm- on both Zoom and Instagram
Free Yoga Classes Online classes, lead by Olivia Snyder-Sparkles is a certified yoga teacher based in New York. Classes stream live EVERY DAY at 2pm, but stay posted for 24 hours, so practice on your own time.

Hope everyone is staying well. If you’re feeling cooped up and lonely and depressed about the news, this is a yoga practice that’s designed to help us work through it.

Mind Body Glitter
Every day, we are doing a 60-minute yoga and mindfulness practice. Classes are designed for all-levels practitioners from beginners to advanced yogis, and they are very active. You will sweat (…a lot)! You will wobble! You will picture a balloon tied to your big toe holding you up from wobbling over! This is meditation and mindfulness designed by a neurotic New Yorker for fellow type-A stress-balls who want to find some zen.
We will work out and be sore tomorrow, but we’ll also breathe deep, be present, and sleep well tonight.
Please note: because live stream classes do not allow for teacher supervision of students’ practice, you must take responsibility for your own wellness. Please be careful, and do not push your limits in any way that may cause you injury. Be well.
You are welcome to register for a free ticket which will add the event to your calendar and you to our list, but here is the link for an easy one-click join.

Your Instructor- Olivia Snyder-Sparkles

Step into the magical world of Olivia Snyder-Sparkles and her Free Yoga Classes Online. Based in New York City, Olivia believes yoga should be accessible to absolutely everyone. Teaching all-levels, active yoga classes that are both welcoming of first-time yogis and challenging for veterans, she incorporates mindfulness and creativity into each session through meditative visualizations to help even the most type-A New Yorkers find a moment of zen.
Olivia received her RYT-200 from Yoga in the World (RYS) via the badass earth goddesses Anayra Calderon and Marina De Lima. She is registered and insured via the Yoga Alliance. Inspired by the vigor of ashtanga-vinyasa, the community of Yoga to the People, and the genius of Lisa Frank, Olivia’s classes are designed to challenge your body and your imagination. Come with a sense of humor. no h8ers plz+thx.

These Free Yoga Classes Are Available Online Daily

Free Yoga Classes Online
Feel free to bookmark this link to practice with us any day at 2pm PST: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/859707730

Register online for FREE! HERE!

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