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Whales: A Journey with Giants, Exhibit
A multimedia presentation of light, sound, and imagery centered on a life-sized model of the blue whale - the earth's largest living animal.
Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach
Phone: (562) 590-3109
Visit the Web site: http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/
Martin Kersels: Heavyweight Champion, Exhibition
Martin Kersels: Heavyweight Champion is the first retrospective of this influential and pioneering Southern California artist. Spanning the years from 1994 to 2007, the exhibition includes thirty three multi-media artworks ranging from small sculptures, to large-scale photographs, to monumental installations. Kersels has long been esteemed in Southern California artistic and academic circles, and his work is in many collections worldwide.
Santa Monica Museum of Art, 2525 Bergamot Station G1, Santa Monica
Phone: (310) 586-6488
Visit the Web site: http://smmoa.org/site/news/news.html
Olvera Street, Historical Site
Olvera Street the vibrant internationally renowned Marketplace located in the El Pueblo De Los Angeles Historical Monument on the general site of the birthplace of the city of Los Angeles offers visitors shopping and dining experiences reflecting Mexican and Latino culture and traditions. Exciting Fiestas and Celebrations are held through out the year.
Olvera Street, downtown, LA
Phone: (213) 687-4391
Visit the Web site: http://www.calleolvera.com/
Explore Coldwater Canyon Park, Full Moon Hike
Come howl at the moon and explore Coldwater Canyon Park at night during this hour-long guided hike. You will have a choice of energy levels and themes geared to the young and not-as-young alike. The hikes are not suitable for pets. Hikes are free to members. You must re-register to attend: fullmoon@treepeople.org
Coldwater Canyon,
Phone: (818) 753-4600
Visit the Web site: http://www.treepeople.org
The All Night Strut!, Performance
The All Night Strut! is a musical revue that evokes the style of the big band and swing eras, featuring songs such as "Chattanooga Choo Choo," "In the Mood" and "Minnie the Moocher."  Musical numbers span 27 years, from the 1924 Gershwin "Fascinatin' Rhythm" to "I Get Ideas," written in 1951. 
International City Theatre, Long Beach Performing Arts Center, 300 East Ocean Blvd., Long Beach
Phone: (562) 436-4610
Visit the Web site: http://www.ictlongbeach.org/

Cool Places

Adventure City
A theme park especially for families with young children.
KCET members: $5 discount on adult/child pass. Call 714.236.9300.
1238 S. Beach Blvd. (Between Ball & Cerritos)
Anaheim, California. (In the Hobby City Complex)
(714) 236-9300
www.adventurecity.com

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Exotic "Touch Tanks" aquariums, festivals, boat trips, Whalewatch, grunion programs, lectures and volunteer opportunities for all ages (Free!)
3720 Stephen White Drive
San Pedro, California USA 90731
(310) 548-7562
http://www.cabrilloaq.org/

California Science Center
KCET members: $2 off adult ticket, $1 off child's ticket
700 State Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
(323) SCIENCE
(323) 724-3623
www.casciencectr.org

Gene Autry Western Heritage Museum
(Free! Thursdays, 4-8 pm)
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA CA 90027
(323) 667-2000
http://www.autry-museum.org/

Los Angeles Zoo
5333 Zoo Drive
Los Angeles, California 90027
(323) 644-6400.
http://www.lazoo.org

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
(Free! first Tuesday of the month)
900 Exposition Boulevard.
Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 763-3426
http://www.nhm.org/

Puppetolio
KCET members: $2 off admission
1255 2nd Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Reservations/Information: 310 656-0483
www.puppetmagic.com

Travel Town Transportation Museum
L.A.'s original "railroad petting zoo," Travel Town features an outdoor vintage train museum, miniature train rides, picnic areas and more.
(Free!)
5200 Zoo Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 662-5874
http://www.ci.la.ca.us/RAP/grifmet/tt/index.htm
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