I think spring in Los Angeles is a little underappreciated. After all, it’s wedged in between the excitement of winter holidays and the lure of warm, carefree summer days. It almost gets lost in the seasonal shuffle. And in spite of the warming temps, it’s still easy to settle in to routines that don’t involve much time outside. Instead of bemoaning windy days or planning … [Read more...]
Science and Nature Summer Camps in Los Angeles
When it comes to summer camps, Los Angeles has them in all shapes and sizes. Sleep away camps, beach camps, art camps, coding camps, sports camps and more. It seems like there’s something for everyone. Personally, I find it all kind of overwhelming. Which is why I wanted to create this guide to science and nature summer camps in Los Angeles. I’ve spent a TON of time over the … [Read more...]
Where to Go in Los Angeles for Outdoor Dates
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. If you’re wondering where to go in Los Angeles for outdoor dates, these ideas are just in time. Of course, these ideas aren’t limited to Valentine’s Day – they can work almost any day of the year! What makes for a great outdoor date in LA? Some place a little off the beaten path, a little unique, with a lot of natural appeal. And … [Read more...]
California Science Center
We all know that raising a family in Los Angeles isn’t cheap, right? And while I wouldn’t call myself a bargain hunter by any means, I know a good deal when I see one. Take the California Science Center, for instance. Admission is free (yep, free!) and it’s open nearly every day of the year. It’s a hands-on kinda place with interactive exhibits that range from designing cars … [Read more...]
Things to Do with Kids in Los Angeles Over Winter Break
Your kids are excited to be out of school for winter break. You? Not so much. I get it. After all, my boys have three weeks’ worth of vacation coming. Eventually, all that excitement about winter break fades and the bickering and complaining kicks in. Our solution is to keep some semblance of structure during all that time off from school. I created this list of things to do … [Read more...]