Activities
December 1-12. 12 Days of Holiday Cheer in Burbank. Various activities throughout the twelve days, including a snow day on the 11th (More details in the upcoming events section). See this website for more details. http://www.downtown-burbank.org/events.php
December 4. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Book Sale at the Mid Valley Library. Amazing used book sale with children’s books generally 25 cents! 16244 Nordhoff St., North Hills. 818-895-3650.
December 4. 10 a.m. FREE Build and Grow Clinic at Lowes. Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build a project. The kids get goggles and an apron and a kit to build an item. They use hammers their size and get a patch afterward for completing the project. (Usually the Lowes and Home Depot projects are on different weeks. To take advantage of both projects, you can pick up the kits at Lowes for free if you go around 10 a.m. and build them at home).
December 4. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Home Depot's FREE Kids Workshop to make a kit. The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
December 5. 1:30 p.m. 27th Annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade. On Chatsworth St., from Petit Park Ave. to Zelzah Ave. Over four thousand youth participants representing 150 entries will be marching down Chatsworth Street. This year's theme "Favorite Holiday Gifts and Presents." The Granada Hills Holiday Parade is the largest holiday youth's celebration in the San Fernando Valley featuring celebrities, marching bands, equestrian units, youth groups, drill teams and decorated floats.
December 5. 5 p.m. 5th Annual Lighting of the Valley’s Christmas Tree at The Church on the Way Sports Field @ 14700 Sherman Way, Van Nuys. Free hot chocolate, live nativity, Christmas carols and more! Bring your blankets and chairs for the showing of a great Christmas movie!
December 7. 9:30 a.m. (I believe this is the correct time. You can check by calling 818-756-7876.) Registration for free and inexpensive winter classes at Winnetka Recreation Center. L.A. Kids offers free classes, such as soccer and kids art, as well as inexpensive classes such as cooking for $30 for 8 weeks. Classes begin January 10th. Great deal! 8401 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka, 91306.
December 7. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is Hanukkah.
December 7. Free day for La Brea Tar Pits and the Natural History Museum.
December 7. 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Free evening at Kidspace Museum. This museum in Pasadena is a lot of fun for children and normally $10 a person, so this is a great deal! (It offers free admission the first Tuesday of the month from 4-8 p.m.) 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, 91103. (626) 449-9144. www.kidspacemuseum.org.
December 7. 5 p.m. FREE LEGO® mini model build at the Glendale Galleria LEGO store, the first Tuesday of each month. One free per child. Event is open to children ages 6 to 14 only. 2148 Glendale Galleria, Glendale, 91210.
(818) 549-0733.
Upcoming Events
December 10.10am-12pm. Christmas Tea with Mom’s Bible Study of The Church on the Way. Guests are welcome!! If you would like to participate in the Christmas gift exchange, bring a wrapped gift worth $10. Childcare is available in the King’s Kids building. Please pack a lunch for your child. The Church on the Way West Campus - King’s Chapel.
December 10. 7 p.m. Polar Express Pajama Party at Barnes and Noble store in Burbank. Grab your PJ’s and snuggle up with your pillow or favorite stuffed animal while listening to a reading of The Polar Express and other holiday stories. A special holiday activity and hot chocolate will follow. 818-558-1383. 731 N San Fernando Boulevard.
December 11. 8:30-10 a.m. Burbank Town Center. Breakfast with Santa. Have breakfast with the big man himself! Join Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves in the food court for music, games, and lots of fun. Presented by the City of Burbank and the Burbank Town Center. Limited seating for an event that’s a sell-out every year. Tickets are required and cost $8. 818.238.5300.
December 11. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Downtown Burbank has a Free Snow Day! Kids are invited to romp in 15 tons of snow and enjoy refreshments, music, an ice sculptor and more. 818.238.5180 AMC Walkway at San Fernando Boulevard and Palm Avenue
December 11. 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. Free admission to the Performing Books presentation. The Performing Books series is a monthly program designed to introduce children ages 4-10 to the performing arts through books. Professional storytellers and artists bring books to life through song, dance, voice and instruments. This month hear Knockin’ on Wood by Lynne Barasch. Learn the true story of the famous tap dancer Peg Leg Bates. A tragic accident left him with only one leg, but that didn’t stop him from fulfilling his dream to dance.Central Library, Mark Taper Auditorium, 630 W. Fifth St., L.A. http://www.lapl.org/kidspath/events/Performing_Books_flyer.pdf
December 16. 6:30 p.m. Christian Performing Arts Center CHRISTMAS SHOW will be held at Houses of Light in Northridge. 19408 Londelius St., Northridge. $3.00 per person general admission. I went last year and enjoyed the show very much!
Local and Online Weekend Deals from Groupon
$15 for $30 Worth of Gifts from RedEnvelope
http://www.groupon.com/phoenix/
Highlights
- Variety of unique gifts
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- Stock up for the holidays
The Fine Print
- Expires Feb 28, 2011
- Limit 1/person, cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts. Upon expiration, unused Vouchers will be redeemable for $15 at RedEnvelope. Valid towards shipping. Some limitations apply; see full terms.
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$60 for Framed, Personalized Print from Create Your Own Successories (Up to $130 Value)
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Highlights
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The Fine Print
- Expires in 1 year
- Limit 1 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Order subject to additional tax if shipped to Florida. May be obligated to pay the difference for expedited shipping.
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$13 for $26 Worth of Coffee from The Bean Coffee Co.
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Highlights
- 100% organic coffees
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The Fine Print
- Expires Apr 7, 2011
- Limit 2 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Must use in 1 purchase. May not redeem until 12/7 at midnight. Valid online only. Shipping not included. Tax Included. Must use in 1 visit, no cash or credit back.
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$15 for $35 Worth of Gourmet Coffees, Teas, and Gifts from Joe’s Coffee House Online
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Highlights
- Exotic, international blends
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- Great gift idea
The Fine Print
- Expires Jun 6, 2011
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$65 for a Harry Potter Wall-Art Bundle from Harry Potter Wall Art
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Highlights
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The Fine Print
- Expires Apr 6, 2011
- Limit 2 per person. Holiday orders must be placed by 12/18 to ensure delivery. No cash value. Not valid with other offers. Shipping included.
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$15 for $35 Worth of Jewelry and Accessories at ShoptheLook.net
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Highlights
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- Valid for anything on the site
The Fine Print
- Expires Apr 6, 2011
- Limit 2 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Limit 1 per order. Not valid until 12/7. Must use in 1 order, no cash back. Shipping included.
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$20 for $50 Worth of Eco-Friendly Holiday Cards and Stationery from Paper Culture
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Highlights
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- Tree planted with each order
The Fine Print
- Expires Jun 1, 2011
- Limit 1 per person. Not valid until 12/7/2010. May not use value toward previously placed orders. No refunds. Non-transferable. Must use in 1 visit, no cash back. Tax, shipping and handling not included. Not valid with other offers.
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$85 for a Full-Year Membership to the Indie Film of the Month Club at Film Movement ($192 Value)
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Highlights
- One indie film each month
- DVD is yours to keep
- Films from prestigious festivals
- Comedies, dramas, and more
The Fine Print
- Expires Jun 6, 2011
- Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Must activate by 6/6/11. Membership expires 1 year after activation. Redeemable starting 12/7/10. Shipping included.
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$29 for $61 Worth of Meat, Apparel, and Other Manly Products from Man Cave
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Highlights
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The Fine Print
- Expires in 1 year
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$10 for $25 Worth of Nuts, Dried Fruit, and More from Nutty Guys
http://www.groupon.com/deals/nutty-guys-dallas-1?c=dnb&p=1
Highlights
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The Fine Print
- Expires Jun 4, 2011
- Limit 1 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Limit 1 per order. Not valid until 12/4 at noon. Must use in 1 order. Tax and shipping not included. Not valid with other offers.
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