TWOGETHER IS BETTER AT KNOTT'S BERRY FARM

When:  Feb 1st - Feb 28th  


Discounted Admission - ONLINE PURCHASE is $34.99 EACH!


Leap Day Special - February 29th - EVERYONE GETS IN FOR $29!!!


Weekends in February:Cupid’s Craft Corner where children 11 and under can create special tokens for the ones they love, and a special Peanut’s Hugging Booth all of which take place in Camp Snoopy.

All Month Long:“Twogether is Better” includes a brand new stage show, “Love Is In the Air, Charlie Brown!” This musical show is filled with tales of unrequited love and enduring friendships.

Knott’s Berry Farm will also be teaming up with the American Heart Association for “Knott’s Has Heart”. When purchasing their tickets, guests will be asked if they would like to send a special Valentine to Charlie Brown for an additional $1, $5 or $10 donation. Proceeds from this special Valentine will go directly to the Orange County American Heart Association.

Dates to remember:
February 12 1pm-3pm. K-Earth 101 will invite their listeners to get remarried at Knott’s Berry Farm’s Church of Reflection. 25 lucky couples will be re-hitched and enjoy a special reception. Visit www.kearth101.radio.com for more information.

February 18 5pm*
Midnight Red, Chi-Town Finest Breakers, Tamara Malleck and Savannah Robinson will rock Calico Square Stage with their electrifying dance moves and sensational music!

February 25 1:30pm-3:30pm*
Anaheim Duck’s Wild Winger Kids Club end of the year party in Calico Square Stage. Autograph session and a Q&A session with Wild Winger Kid’s Club Captain, George Parros and several other Anaheim Duck’s players.

*Both events are included with single day park admission

Food Specials:
“Twogether is Better” food deals including “Double Dawg Love” at Pink’s and a chocolate dipping station in Ghost Town.
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Rumblin' Race Car - Lowe's Build and Grow

When:  Saturday, February 25th at 10am


Where:  your Local Lowe's Store


Price:  FREE


Your child won't want to miss this Jimmie Johnson #48 race car!  This kit comes with stickers and rumblin' race car sound effects.


Each participant also receives a FREE apron, goggles, and a project theme patch.


For more information  click here

Sleeping Beauty: The Time-Traveler REVIEW

When:  January 28th - February 12th


Where:  Lewis Family Playhouse, Rancho Cucamonga


Price:  General $16, Youth $14

I went last night to see the Final Rehearsal of Sleeping Beauty:  The Time Traveler.  The set was beautiful and I loved seeing the band on top of the castle setting.  The story takes you from the 21st century about a young kid name Rolly who is more interested in his TV shows, computer, and games than reading and learning about history.  His parents decide to put a little excitement in his studies by taking him away from the distractions and exploring the world.  This backfires as for Rolly the vacation is boring and all he wants to do is play his game.  Then the magic happens when Rolly ends up in the 10th century France.  There he meets Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) who he thinks is Zelda from his game and the over protective King and Queen.  It was great to see Rolly starting to appreciate history and learning as Aurora describes heroes and adventures that she has read in books.


For more information about the show which starts tomorrow!  click here

WINNER!!!! Expressing Motherhood

WINNER!!!  Congratulations to 

Maertz Family!

Please send an email to socalpocketmemories@yahoo.com to claim.

You have 24 hours to claim or I will select another winner.

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Originally posted on 1/18/12

Expressing Motherhood

When:  March 9th and 10th at 8pm
             March 11th at 2:30pm and 7pm

Where:  Elephant Space Theatre, Los Angeles

Price:  $11 - $15

Express Your Motherhood from Expressing Motherhood on Vimeo.

Expressing Motherhood is a show with real moms that share their experience with motherhoood.

For more information  click here

GIVEAWAY!!!  = 2 Tickets


Date:  You choose


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The Adventures of Little Red (Riding Hood, of course) at Santa Monica Playhouse

When:  February 11th - May 20th
             Saturdays at 3pm and Sundays at 12:30pm


Where:  Santa Monica Playhouse


Price:  $12.50 Adults, $10.50 Children 12 and under

An enchanting journey through the Bavarian Black Forest…filled with ever-surprising delights that will lift up your spirits.” (This Week in Show Business). It’s a joyous musical comedy for kids ages 2 to 102, this hilarious reworking of the classic fairy tale is filled with music and dance, fun special effects, and lovely audience participation that helps bring the adventure to its deserved happily ever after. Anything but a Grimm fairy tale, this version of Little Red offers excitement and musical fun for audiences of all ages. Birthday and Tea Parties, hosted by a favorite fairy tale character from the show, are available in conjunction with every performance. “The talented team of Evelyn Rudie and Chris DeCarlo have done it again with this magical fantasy.” (KPFK) Audiences of all ages will love the playful and authentically designed costumes, lilting musical numbers, and heartfelt romances that develop along the path to Grandmama’s house.  

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Papermaking - FREE 1st Sunday at Riverside Metropolitan Museum

When:  Sunday, February 5th 1pm - 4pm


Where:  Riverside Metropolitan Museum


Price:  FREE


They’re making Valentine’s Day cards totally from scratch! Learn how to turn junk mail into beautiful paper. Use pressed flowers to create a unique gift for your special someone! Enjoy music (including love songs) from local band, Lucky Cricket.


For more information  click here

Junie B. Jones at Haugh Performing Arts Center

When:  Saturday, February 11th at 1:30pm and 3:30pm


Where:  Haugh Performing Arts Center, Glendora


Price:  $6 per person


Outspoken, precocious, and lovable Junie B. Jones stars in a colorful, funny, fast-paced musical about new friends, new glasses, sugar cookies, the annual kick-ball tournament, and various other first-grade angst-ridden situations.


For more information  click here

OVO Cirque Du Soleil in Southern California

When:  Now through March 11th


Where:  Santa Monica Pier

Tickets are available online at cirquedusoleil.com/ovo.

About OVO

OVO is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. The insects’ home is a world of biodiversity and beauty filled with noisy action and moments of quiet emotion.


When a mysterious egg appears in their midst, the insects are awestruck and intensely curious about this iconic object that represents the enigma and cycles of their lives.

It’s love at first sight when a gawky, quirky insect arrives in this bustling community and a fabulous ladybug catches his eye—and the feeling is mutual.

OVO is overflowing with contrasts. The hidden, secret world at our feet is revealed as tender and torrid, noisy and quiet, peaceful and chaotic.  And as the sun rises on a bright new day the vibrant cycle of insect life  begins anew.

Acts

OVO features many acrobatic acts including a stunning flying trapeze act:  Six flyers fly as high as 14 m, making this act the biggest of its kind ever presented under a Grand Chapiteau by Cirque du Soleil. This act is the most difficult in the world to execute in terms of the distance between stations. It combines many circus disciplines: banquine, Russian swing

and swinging chair.

The finale features 20 artists running, jumping and leaping straight up an 8-meter vertical wall.


For more information  cirquedusoleil.com/ovo.

Harlem Globetrotters Coming to Southern California!

Bring the family together for loads of laughter… Have a ball and hoop it up with the Harlem Globetrotters when their outlandishly entertaining World Tour hits the Southland President’s Weekend.  Superstar “Big Easy” Lofton (two-time Amazing Race favorite) heads the lineup with new rookie sensation “TNT” Maddox, the first female Globetrotter in 19 years, and LA’s own newcomer Jermaine “Stretch” Middleton, at 7’4” the third-tallest player in team history. Smiles and thrills score big with all ages when the Magicians of Basketball light up the hard court at 


Honda Center (Saturday, Feb. 18 at 1:00pm and 7:00pm), 
STAPLES Center (Sunday, Feb. 19 at 12:00pm and 5:00pm), and 
Citizens Business Bank Arena (Monday, Feb. 20 at 2:00pm). 


A post game autograph session allows you to meet your favorite players.

Bring it on! Tickets to see the world’s most famous basketball team start as low as $17 (prices vary per venue). They are available at www.harlemglobetrotters.com, www.ticketmaster.com, the respective box offices, or by phone at 800-745-3000. Courtside seats include a commemorative team jersey. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at www.harlemglobetrotters.com

Timeless and always appealing, there is only one Harlem Globetrotters.

FREE LEGO Store Mini Model Build - Hockey Player

When:  Tuesday, February 7th begins at 5pm until supplies lasts


Where:  LEGO Store Ontario Mills


Price:  FREE


For more information  click here

FREE! Healthy Living at Japanese American National Museum

When:  Saturday, February 11th 11am - 4pm


Where:  Japanese American National Museum


Price:  FREE


ALL DAY CRAFT ACTIVITIES:

Hop, skip, and jump on over to the Museum to embellish a jump rope.

Make a recipe holder for your favorite healthy recipes. We’ll have some recipes from Kidding Around in the Kitchen ready to go along with your creation!

Ruthie’s Origami Corner: An apple a day, keeps the doctor away! Make an origami apple with Ruthie.

SCHEDULE:
11 AM – 12:30 – Chef Naoko Moore teaches you how to eat healthy by making onigiri (rice balls)! (1st come 1st serve, limit 15 students)

1 – 2 PM -- Chef Sonoko Sakai teaches you how to eat healthy by making delicious miso soup! (1st come 1st serve, limit 15 students)

1 - 4 PM - Kidding Around the Kitchen is happy to show families how to make their own Ready Set Go Delicious Kebabs

1 – 4 PM – SPECIAL! Artists from our Drawing the Line: Japanese American Art, Design & Activism in Post-War Los Angeles exhibition will be in the galleries talking about their work.

1 PM – Cut a rug! Learn how to Bon Odori (style of dancing performed during a traditional Japanese festival)

2 PM – Palpitating Panthers Jump Rope Team performance and workshop

3 PM – Let HoopItUp teach you how to hula hoop your way to good health

For more information  click here

Sunday Horse Shows at Cal Poly Pomona

When:  First Sunday of the month now through May


Where:  W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center, Cal Poly Pomona


Price:  $4 Adult, Age 6 - 17 $3, 5 and under FREE, Parking $3



Sunday exhibitions of the beautiful Arabian horse were started by Mr. Kellogg in 1926, and Cal Poly Pomona is now privileged to carry on this Southern California tradition. Their purpose has always been to promote interest in the Arabian breed and to educate the horse loving public to the versatility, beauty, and intelligence of these animals.

The program features the Arabian horse, both under English and western tack. In the first instance, the qualities of a pleasure horse and jumper are demonstrated. In the latter, utility as a trail horse and as an intelligent and versatile horse for pleasure use are demonstrated.

For more information  click here

La Habra Children's Museum - FREE First Saturday of Month

La Habra Children's Museum is FREE on the First Saturday of the Month.


Parking is FREE


I have been on a FREE day and it gets crowded, but my toddler didn't seem to mind.   I would recommend going if it is your first time on a free day since there is nothing to loose, but for a more relaxed time go on a weekday.
 
We loved the Shadow Box!  My son loved the trains and live animals.
 
Take your lunch and have a picnic on the park that is right next door.
 
For more information  click here

Family Jam: Shake, Rattle, and Roll with African Rhythm at Fowler Museum

When:  Sunday, January 22nd 2 - 4pm


Where:  Fowler Museum at UCLA


Price:  FREE


Discover the melodic music of Zimbabwe, Ghana, Mali, and Tanzania. Then build your own drums and shakers and join in on a rhythmic jam session!


For more information  click here

FREE Crafts at Lakeshore Learning Center - Feb 2012

When:  Saturdays from 11am - 3pm


Where:  Local Lakeshore Learning Center


Price:  FREE


For more information  click here

WINNER!!! Imago Zoo Zoo at Haugh Performing Arts

WINNER!!!  Congratulations to Christian!

Please send an email to socalpocketmemories@yahoo.com to claim.

You have 24 hours to claim or I will select another winner.

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Originally posted 1/11/12

When:  Saturday, January 21st at 1:30pm and 3:30pm


Where:  Haugh Performing Arts Center, Glendora


Price:  $6, FREE Parking







Imago's wordless productions are like nothing you've ever seen! The amazing creatures in their international menagerie fill the stage with wit, wonder, and mayhem. Lively - inventive - thought-provoking - and goofy fun are all good descriptions of Zoo-Zoo.
www.imagotheatre.com


For more information  click here



GIVEAWAY!!!  = 4 Tickets


Date:  Saturday, January 21st @ 1:30pm or 3:30pm


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Keepsake Box - FREE Home Depot Kids Workshop

When:  Saturday, February 4th 9am - noon


Where:  Local Home Depot Store


Price:  FREE


All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. 


For more information  click here

FUN!!! FUN!!! FUN!!! at CASTLE PARK!

We went to Castle Park last Saturday and I was really surprised at how many rides my preschooler could get on!  Being on my 9 month of pregnancy it was great to see a lots of shady areas and places to sit while my preschooler got on the rides.


Out of 27 rides 11 of them he could ride alone and 9 of them he could ride with a partner.

Loved seeing my son run around from ride to ride.


His favorites...

Crazy Plane - A kid-sized plane (adults can ride too)....rode 3 times!

Castle Park Railroad - a 15 minute ride around the park

Antique Car Ride - cute setting....he rode this about 6 TIMES!!!!  He loved it.  We came back to this ride later to ride over and over again.  Saw some other kids that we had seen early re-riding also!  

They have a beautiful Merry-Go-Round that both kids and adults love!

He didn't build up his courage to go on Log Ride, but he now says that next time we go that he wants to get on.


Deals:


ANNUAL PASS SPECIAL: 
Just $39.99 General or Junior (Limited Time Offer). (Regular priced Annual Passes are $54.99 General and $49.99 Junior) Great Savings for a limited time. Annual Passes run a full year from date of purchase. 


Also includes a coupon strip for the following: 2 Free Rounds of Golf, 1 Free Guest Admission (valid Sept. thru May). 1 Free Parking, 3 Free Skill Games, 1 Free Water Wars game, 1 Free Bag of Popcorn and 1 Free Bag of Cotton Candy – plus admission and unlimited rides all year!

NEW ANNUAL GOLF PASS: 

For those of you who are avid mini golfers, they are now offering a new Annual Golf Pass for just $22.99 General and $20.99 Junior. With this pass you can golf all year round and not have to pay to play!!

FREE FOUNTAIN DRINKS: 

Limited Time Only!! Free Unlimited All Day Fountain Drinks with full priced paid admission (General or Junior). Must pay full gate price to receive Free Fountain Drinks All Day offer.

$12 BUCK UNLIMITED GOLF & VIDEO GAMES TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS: 

Unlimited Golf and Video Games for just $12!! Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only. Offer not valid when Ride Park is open and in operation. Does not include arcade redemption games. Limited Time Offer!!

For more information  click here

Expressing Motherhood

Expressing Motherhood

When:  March 9th and 10th at 8pm
             March 11th at 2:30pm and 7pm

Where:  Elephant Space Theatre, Los Angeles

Price:  $11 - $15

Express Your Motherhood from Expressing Motherhood on Vimeo.

Expressing Motherhood is a show with real moms that share their experience with motherhoood.

For more information  click here

WINNER!!!! Sleeping Beauty: The Time Traveler at Lewis Playhouse

WINNER!!!  Congratulations to 

Jordan Kenneth!

Please send an email to socalpocketmemories@yahoo.com to claim.

You have 24 hours to claim or I will select another winner.

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Originally posted on 1/8/2012

When:  January 28th - February 12th


Where:  Lewis Family Playhouse, Rancho Cucamonga


Price:  General $16, Youth $14


Book by Janet Stanford

Lyrics by Andrea Dodds
Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma

Rolly is a typical kid whose boring summer vacation turns into a terrific adventure when he stumbles on the past and ends up in 10th century France. There he encounters Princess Aurora, a feisty 12 year old girl who longs to be a knight and travel the world. Aurora's parents don't let her leave the castle walls because of a secret curse that was put on her when she was born. Despite all their protection, Aurora pricks her finger on a spindle and the curse comes to pass – she sleeps for a thousand years. Rolly, back in the present, finds the sleeping Aurora and wakes her up. The two friends are reunited and Aurora gets to discover the world outside the castle at last! (For ages 5+)


For more information  click here



GIVEAWAY!!!  = 4 TICKETS


Date:  Saturday, January 28th at 1pm


To enter go just let me know that you want to go!



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I will choose a winner at random on 1/15/2012.

GOOD LUCK!

Valentine Card Create - FREE Lowes Build and Grow

When:  Saturday, February 11th at 10am


Where:  your local Lowes Store


Price:  FREE


Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Your child will love making their own personalized cards!


Each participant also receives a FREE apron, goggles, and a project theme patch


For more information  click here

WINNERS!!! Platt Brothers at Torrance Cultural Arts Center

WINNERS!!!!  Congratulations to 

Maertz Family, Sadie, Abby, and 

Jordan Kenneth!

Please send an email to socalpocketmemories@yahoo.com to claim.

Choice of times will be selected as first come requested first served.

You have 24 hours to claim or I will select another winner.

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Originally posted on 1/6/2012

When:  Sunday, January 22nd 2pm and 6pm


Where:  Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation


Price:  $17.50 per person or go through GOLDSTAR $7.50







America’s Got Talent semi-finalists The Platt Brothers (Cy, Boone, and Cheetah) blend acrobatics, dance, comedy, and music, framing the spirited retelling of the brothers' childhood antics. Their narratives are as amusing as they are heartwarming, and audiences of all ages will find themselves drawn to the genuine and personable nature of the brothers as they recreate their fun-filled adventures onstage.


Utilizing their incredible physical talents, boundless imagination, and infectious enthusiasm, the Platts translate the classic coming-of-age tale into an epic journey filled with excitement and mishaps. The Platt Brothers brings to life the exuberance of youth and the adventures of childhood; it explores the magical connections shared by families and strengthened through uninhibited use of imagination.


The show opens with a whirlwind of dance, all-original music, and gravity-defying acrobatics. The sheer explosive energy exhibited in the opening number ignites the audience’s imagination and welcomes them to the exciting world of being a Platt. Three-part a cappella harmonies follow, punctuating laugh-out-loud narratives of family adventures and sibling quarrels. Cheers of glee and squeals of mock terror erupt as the Platts transform themselves into lifelike dinosaurs, Scotsmen, and robots, masterfully drawing the audience into a world of imagination and intrigue.


The Platt Brothers is a show for the entire family. Showcasing skilled acrobatics alongside classic slapstick comedy, the brothers' performance is just as captivating for adults as it is for children. The show’s inclusive nature, paired with the Platt brothers’ charm and improvisational talents, ensures that the performance is always unique and relevant.  


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GIVEAWAY!!!  = 4 WINNERS
2 WINNERS - PAIR OF TICKETS FOR 2PM 
2 WINNERS - PAIR OF TICKETS FOR 6PM


Date:  Sunday, January 22nd


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Cinderella at Sierra Madre Playhouse

When:  Saturdays Feb 4th - March 17th at 10am


Where:  Sierra Madre Playhouse


Price:  $18, 12 and under $12


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A Faery Hunt

A Faery Hunt

When:  Jan 22nd, Feb 26th, and Mar 25th - Whitefire Theatre, Sherman Oaks
             Jan 28th - Griffith Park
             Feb 4th - Descanso Gardens - FREE with Admission
             Feb 12th - Crestwood Hills, Brentwood
             March 18th - Tarzana Community Cultural Center, Tarzana
             March 31st - Corrigaville Park, Simi Valley


Price $12.50 - $15 per person, Children 23 months and under are FREE

Winner of the Nickelodeon's Parents' Pick Award for "Best Children's Theater in Los Angeles," and named "Best of LA" by LA Parent and Los Angeles Magazines, now in its 7th year, the critically acclaimed "A Faery Hunt" is one of the most loved family shows in Los Angeles. The original tales carry simple but often forgotten life-messages including kindness, forgiveness, respect for nature, and tolerance. With the help of the faery folke, the children embark on an exciting adventure to assist the faeries on a quest for the Faery Royalty. In a gentle and fun way, the audience actually become part of the story. The shows are for children, boys and girls, and the young-at-heart. Most of the children come in costume -- it is not required faery fun. There is something in the show for the whole family -- beautiful faeries for the girls, action scenes for the boys and topical humor for the parents. Groups and birthday parties are welcomed. www.afaeryhunt.com 818-324-6802.


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Noah's Ark at the Skirball - FREE every Thursday

It is FREE every Thursday, but you have to get reservations online. Parking is FREE.

Everything is hands on! I was so amazed by the art of creating these animals with regular items that we would normally throw away. They have a fun climbing section (4 an older or with an adult) that the kids loved, a craft table to create your own recycled animal, and a cute mist machine outside that creates rainbows. What is great about the reservations is that it doesn't get crowded. There is no fighting your way through an exhibit and a parent can just relax and enjoy.

FREE ticket reservations are available on Monday at 1am for the following Thursday.

For ticket reservations go to click here

Go to any Thursday of the month of and click on the time spot.

WINNER!!! Hero Sandwich at The Ruth B Shannon Center

WINNER!!!!  Congratulations to Jackie!

Please send an email to socalpocketmemories@yahoo.com to claim

You have 24 hours to claim or I will select another winner

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Originally posted on 1/4/12

When:  Sunday, January 22nd at 2pm


Where:  The Ruth B. Shannon Center for Performing Arts, Whittier


Price:  $10 Adults, $8 Seniors and Children


Four super-powered teenagers come together and form HERO SANDWICH, a secret crime-fighting team, to protect their community. Soon, they discover that balancing homework, video games, and saving the world is a lot harder when they catch the attention of a supervillain!


For more information  click here

GIVEAWAY!!!  = 4 Tickets

Date:  Sunday, January 22nd @ 2pm


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