Looking to kick off your Saturday with something that will grow your kiddos’ brains and get the creative juices flowing? Join LAist for a morning of multilingual readings, fun performances to get everyone moving, and lots of kid fun. And, of course, there will be coffee flowing for the grown-ups.
Bring the whole fam — all ages are welcome! Readings and activities will be geared toward kids ages five and younger.
This morning is going to knock your socks off! See you there!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Art activities from Southern California Children’s Museum.
Screen-printing from Self Help Graphics & Art.
Readings and activities from local authors Juan Moreno (English and Spanish), Lulu Cheng (English and Mandarin), and more. All readings will be ASL interpreted.
A reading and activity from Multiracial Americans of Southern California.
Wildflower seed bomb making from Bewilder.
Bee hotel creation with The Discovery Cube.
Sensory bin activity from The Family Room.
Interactive performances from LoveBug & Me, Pasadena Playhouse, and Encore Music & Performing Arts.
Coffee and breakfast pastries from Bread Lounge and fresh fruit from Rosita’s Fruits.
A fun balloon arch from Blue Print Designs
Resources for families from local organizations and LAist’s Early Childhood team.
As an added bonus, the Metro train runs right behind our parking lot every 15 minutes - toddler parents, we know you know.
And more!
Reading Schedule (indoor stage):
9:30 a.m. - Reading by Juan Moreno, “El Pato y Sus Zapatos” (English-Spanish board book)
10:45 a.m. - Reading by Lulu Cheng, “Dragon Boat Festival” (English-Mandarin board book)
Performance Schedule (outdoor stage):
10 a.m. - Toddler dance party with Encore Music & Performing Arts
11 a.m. - Music with LoveBug & Me
More readings and performances to be added!