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LOS ANGELES RECREATION Calendar
Current Recreation Events in L.A. and surrounding areas
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07/27/2019
NIGHT HIKE ON THE PRESERVE

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - $ 5.00 per person / $ 10.00 per family - Have you ever wondered what happens in nature as dusk turns into night? A trained docent will help you explore the wonders of nature as animals begin their nightly activities. ....

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07/27/2019
WILDLIFE PHOTO WORKSHOP

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wanted to capture the beauty of wildlife? Come experience this exciting opportunity of nature at its finest. ....

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08/04/2019
FREE SPECIAL NEEDS ROLLER SKATING EVENT

9105 Recreation Cir 7144159960 - Free - Kids with special needs can participate in a special skating event at Fountain Valley Skating Center! This is a free event open to special needs kids of all ages. Parents can walk with their kids on ....

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08/05/2019 to 08/16/2019
PEDIATRIC THERAPY NETWORK’S CAMP ESCAPADES

26444 Crenshaw Blvd, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274 3103280276 - $475 before June 1st, $575 June 1st and on - Camp Escapades is an innovative summer day camp for children with developmental concerns and their siblings. Our highly trained multidisciplinary camp team includes occupational therapists with numer ....

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08/17/2019
A FAMILY-FRIENDLY ADVENTURE AT LONG BEACH EXCHANGE!

4069 N Lakewood Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90808 - - Calling all kiddos – Long Beach Exchange is kicking off its brand-new LBX’plorers Kids Club! This fun and interactive program led by Kids Club Coordinator, Stephanie Holdridge will begin on Saturda ....

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08/17/2019
STEPS FOR THE EARTH (TZU CHI USA WALK)

750 S Santa Anita Avenue South El Monte, 91733 - $20 - Mark your calendars for Tzu Chi USA’s first ever annual walk, we’ll show our solidarity for and commitment to a greener Earth and more resilient communities, just like we have for the past 30 years ....

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06/17/2019 to 08/23/2019
SWIMLA IS BACK! LA CITY OFFERS FREE OR AFFORDABLE SWIM LESSONS FOR KIDS

Find your LA City neighborhood pool and register. (323) 906-7953 - FREE or affordable swim lessons. Scholarships are available. Cost is not a barrier. - Stay cool in the pool this summer with SwimLA! As a City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks program, SwimLA offers FREE or affordable swim lessons for kids ages 4+. Choose from family- ....

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09/07/2019
STAR PARTY

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wondered what is in the night sky? Paul Livio and the Riverside Astronomical Society will be on hand to help you discover the hidden wonders in the fall night sky. ....

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09/14/2019
WILDLIFE PHOTO WORKSHOP

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wanted to capture the beauty of wildlife? Come experience this exciting opportunity of nature at its finest. ....

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10/12/2019
TURTLE AND TORTOISE DAY

3201 Plaza Del Amo. Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - The California Turtle and Tortoise Society will present a pet adoption event. Come and learn how to care for them. Purchases for adoption will be available. ....

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10/26/2019
MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Now is the time to give back to the community? Please join friends and neighbors as you help restore the Preserve. Participants 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. ....

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12/07/2019
2019 JINGLE BELL RUN ORANGE COUNTY/INLAND EMPIRE

598 Santana Way 9493772173 - 25 - Jingle Bell Run is the original festive 5K with a purpose: to raise money for a cure! Jingle Bell Run is a fun way to get decked out and be festive, while racing to raise funds and awareness to cure ....

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04/03/2019 to 12/31/2019
AUDUBON BIRD WALK

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wondered about the secrets that nature holds? Join us in discovering these mysteries. This program occurs the 4th Saturday of every month. Wear enclosed shoes. ....

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04/03/2019 to 12/31/2019
PROPAGATION SOCIETY

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wondered how to give back to the environment? Join in restoring the surrounding habitats to their native condition. This program occurs every Thursday unless cancelled by extreme weathe ....

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02/13/2019 to 12/31/2019
NATURE WALK

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Come and enjoy a docent led walk every 4th Saturday of the month followed be the ensuing Sunday. A docent will guide you as you explore resident and visiting birds. ....

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02/13/2019 to 12/31/2019
BIRDS OF MADRONA

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Bob Shanman leads this exciting tour of the South Bay as you discover new hot birding spots. All levels of bird knowledge welcome. ....

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02/07/2019 to 12/31/2019
TYKE HIKE, AGES 3 MONTHS - 6 YEARS

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wondered about the amazing things nature offers you? Come for a docent led walk the 1st Thursday of every month. You will have the opportunity to explore our Native Garden while on this ....

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02/06/2019 to 12/31/2019
EXPLORING THE HENRIETTA BASIN

Henrietta Basin North Gate on Henrietta Street, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Explore the Henrietta Basin the 3rd Saturday of every month for a docent led tour.Meet at the Henrietta Basin, north gate, located across from West High School. ....

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01/02/2019 to 12/31/2019
FRIDAY FUN, AGES 3-6

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - This program emphasizes respect and preservation of nature and animals. Kids (and parents) will learn a lot about nature with story time, arts and crafts. You will have a hands-on experience with ins ....

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03/27/2019 to 01/04/2020
HABITAT RESTORATION

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wanted to give back to the environment? Here is your opportunity to enhance the Preserve back to its natural habitat. Please arrive at 8:45 A.M. This program goes from 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 ....

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03/27/2019 to 01/04/2020
HABITAT RESTORATION

3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, 90503 310-782-3989 - Free - Have you ever wanted to give back to the environment? Here is your opportunity to enhance the Preserve back to its natural habitat. Please arrive at 8:45 A.M. This program goes from 9:00 A.M. - 12:00 ....

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UNIQUE ADVENTURES IN PUBLIC PARKS

2600 Franklin Canyon Drive, Beverly Hills 90210 310-858-7272 ext 115 - Experience your “big backyard.” The Santa Monica Mountains are home to a rich variety of animals, plants, and experiences waiting for you to discover. A professional naturalist will guide you throu More ....

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WANT YOUR OWN NATURALIST FOR YOUR NEXT PARTY IN THE PARK?

2600 Franklin Canyon Drive, Beverly Hills 90210 310-858-7272 ext 115 - Enjoy the private side of nature with your own MRCA naturalist program at one of our parks! We offer private nature and campfire programs for birthdays, special groups, or to help scouts earn their b ....

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HORSEBACK RIDING TRAIL RIDES IN SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS

2623 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, 90230 8185912032 - We offer guided trail rides for all skill levels. Our ranch is beautifully situated at the top ridge of the Santa Monica Mountains which joins Topanga to Malibu. You will be able to see 80 miles out ....

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VENTURA VISITORS CENTER

101 S. California Street, Ventura, CA 93001 805-648-2075 - Large beautiul visitor center featuring information on hotels, events and attractions in Ventura and the surrounding area. Don't miss the high definition footage of the Channel Islands National Park ....

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SANTA MONICA PIER

Santa Monica Pier, CA 90401 (310) 458-8900 - On the pier: the famous Carousel, Pacific Park amusement rides, arcades, street entertainers and fishing. On the beach: swim, get a tan and bike or skate on the bike path. There is fee based parking ....

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SHERMAN OAKS CASTLE PARK

4989 SEPULVEDA BLVD. SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91403 (818) 756-9459   - Miniature golf, batting cages and acade games. Part of the L.A. Parks system. Open everyday. ....

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KENNETH HAHN STATE RECREATION AREA

4100 South La Cienega Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90056 Baldwin Hills (323) 298-3660 - - A great park, nestled in the hills with the drills off of La Cienega in the Baldwin Hills area. Spectacular views of Downtown L.A. and most of the rest of the city as well. It has a fishing lake (5 c ....

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DEEP SEA SPORTFISHING

309 Palm St Suite A, Newport Beach, CA, 92661 55 south will turn into Newport Blvd. Newport Blvd becomes Balboa Blvd. Turn left on Palm St. Left (949) 675-0551 - Newport Landing offers deep sea sportfishing excursions. Monday-Friday there is a 9am-3pm half day trip which cost $36 for adults and $29 for seniors or children (under 12). Saturday and Sunday we of ....

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