The museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Blvd. (at Fairfax), Los Angeles. Hours: 10am-6pm Tue-Sun (closed Mondays, except on holidays).
323-930-CARS (2277)
www.petersen.org
POMONA – Events:
Los Angeles County Fair, Sep 5-28. This is the biggest county fair in the United States, and it boasts the largest carnival midway in the nation. Add horse races, games, live music, shopping, karaoke and even ice-skating to the mix, and you’ll end up with more activities than you can cover in one day. Bring your appetites, too; the fair offers plenty of traditional and unique treats, including deep-fried rattlesnake and cheesecake on a stick. Location: Fairplex, Pomona.
www.lacountyfair.com
56th Annual California RV Show,
Oct 10-19. View the biggest and most comprehensive display of RVs and RV products anywhere on the entire West Coast. Location: Fairplex, Pomona. Admission: $5-$6. Parking: $8-$12.
www.carvshow.com
LA CANADA/FLINTRIDGE – Descanso Gardens Events:
Summer Wine Tasting Series, through Sep 11. This fun and educational series offers a selection of fine wines paired with tapas to complement the flavor. Scheduled wine tastings are:
Red, Red, Red! Jul 24. Merlot, Syrah and Zinfandel on the Boddy Terrace.
In the Mix! Aug 7. Meritages and Blends on the Minka Terrace.
Sunset Pink, Aug 21. White Zinfandel, Rose and Grenache in the Rose Pavilion.
The Bold & the Beautiful, Sep 11. Cabernet and Piñot Noir on the Boddy Terrace.
 Twilight Thursdays, Jul 3-Aug 28. Descanso Gardens remains open until 8pm on Thursdays in July and August and families are encouraged to bring blankets and picnics and enjoy the day’s shimmering end in the Gardens. Enchanted railroad rides and jazz are offered. Half-price admission begins at 5pm.
Family Fun for Nature Nuts, Tuesdays Jul 1-29. Hands-on family programs take place on five Tuesday evenings in July. Programs include the Reptile Family, Rhythm Child, the Animal Guys, Parrot Tales and Birds of Prey. Bring a picnic supper. Fees: $12 or $45 for series.
818-949-7980
Pasadena POPS, weekends, Jul-Aug. Performances by the Pasadena POPS and Patina Catering offers pre-ordered dinners. Concert tickets: $20-$90.
Boddy’s Big Backyard, Sep 1.
Descanso’s founder, E. Manchester Boddy, had a legendary reputation for hosting grand and fun events in the ‘30s and ‘40s. His popular picnics are re-enacted for visitors every Labor Day. Activities keep the place hopping until 7pm and most are free with Gardens’ admission. Descanso Gardens is located at 1418 Descanso Drive. Admission: $2-$7.
818-949-4200
www.descansogardens.org
LONG BEACH – Aquarium of the Pacific Events: 10 O’Clock Sundays, Jun 22-Aug 31. In celebration of the Aquarium of the Pacific’s 10-year anniversary, the aquarium will remain open until 10pm on Sundays during the summer (except Aug 17).
Shark Lagoon Nights, Sep 5-Dec 26. Here is an opportunity to touch more than 150 sharks and see large sharks such as sandtigers at the Shark Lagoon exhibit on select Friday evenings from 6pm-9pm. You can touch and learn about sharks; shop in Pacific Collections; purchase drinks, coffee, dessert, or a light meal; and enjoy live music during Shark Lagoon Nights. Event is free.
Moompetam: Native American Festival, Sep 20-21. The Moompetam Festival, Gathering of the Salt Water People, celebrates local Native American cultures. Traditional cultural crafts, storytelling and other educational programs are offered, along with live demonstrations, music and dance. Baja Splash Cultural Festival, Sep 6-7. In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day, the festival offers live entertainment, crafts, educational programs, ethnic entrees, and much more. Hours: 9am-5pm. 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach.
562-590-3100
www.aquariumofpacific.org
LOS ANGELES – Autry National Center Events: Sizzling Summer Nights, Jul-Aug. Thursday nights in July and August are filled with the scintillating sounds of mambo, son, Latin jazz, charanga, and Afro-Cuban beats. This live music and outdoor family dance party is a great way to see top Latin bands in a fun, casual, energetic setting. A taco and drink bar will serve up the best margaritas in Griffith Park. The cafe and bar open at 5pm and the museum and museum store close at 8pm. Complimentary dance lessons and a separate dance floor for kids guarantee fun for all!
Dinner and a Movie: Gene Autry Westerns, Tuesdays in July. Dine al fresco, enjoy special gallery talks, see screenings of fully restored Gene Autry Western films, and receive discounts on Gene Autry movies in the museum store. The Golden Spur Cafe offers tasty meals to kick off the evening. Gallery tours: 5:45 and 6:30 pm. Film introduction: 7:15 pm. Screening: 7:30 pm. Admission: $10-$15.
RSVP: 323-667-2000, ext. 300. Location: 4700 Western Heritage Way.
323-667-2000
www.autrynationalcenter.org
WEST LAKE VILLAGE – 14th Annual Pacific Eggsperience, Oct 2-5. Individually handcrafted works of art made from authentic egg shells–in the spirit of Peter Carl Faberge–are offered for sale and display. Demonstrations, seminars, and Swarovski crystals and decorating supplies are available. Admission: $5. Location: the Westlake Hyatt,
880 Westlake Village, just south of the 101 Fwy.
562-863-0091
www.pacificeggsperience.com
LOS ANGELES – Area Events:
Summer X Games, Jul 31-Aug 3. Watch more than 300 of the world’s best alternative sport athletes compete for medals and cash prizes at this four-day annual event. Event features daredevil competitions in freestyle BMX, motocross, skateboarding, surfing and more. Locations: Staples Center and The Home Depot Center.
www.expn.go.com
2008 International Surf Festival,
Aug 1-3. Surfing fans aren’t the only ones who will want to check out this exciting three-day celebration. While top board and body surfers take to the water, beach lovers will battle it out in volleyball tournaments, sand soccer, sandcastle design contests, a two-mile beach run, lifeguard championships and more. Locations: Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach and Torrance.
www.surffestival.org
Taste in San Pedro, Aug 2-3. This event features food and fun for all ages, and special 20th anniversary events, including a Saturday-night headliner band and a fireworks finale. Location: Point Fermin Park.
www.tasteinsanpedro.com
The Festival of Sail LA, Aug 15-17. More than a dozen tall ships are
featured, including the Eagle (the U.S. Coast Guard’s world-renowned barque) sailing into San Pedro harbor.
www.portoflosangeles.org
Los Angeles City Birthday Celebration, Sep 1. Lace up your sneakers and join Angelenos as they celebrate the 227th anniversary of the founding of Los Angeles with the annual nine-mile Los Pobladores walk to LA from the San Gabriel Mission. Then stick around for historic reenactments, artisan exhibits, free birthday cake and street entertainment. Location: El Pueblo Historical Monument.
www.olvera-street.com
Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival, Sep 19-21. Guests at the world’s largest lobster festival are treated to heaping portions of fresh Maine lobster as well as street performers, dancing, a “pirate camp,” and a lobster pet parade. Location: Ports O’ Call Village.
www.lobsterfest.com
Eagle Rock Music Festival, Oct 4. This free annual music festival hosts an eclectic lineup of local and independent musicians playing a variety of genres. Expect to hear jazz, rock, global rhythms, reggae, soul, mariachi and more. Location: Colorado Blvd.
www.centerartseaglerock.org
SAN DIMAS – San Dimas Western Days & Rodeo, Oct 4-5. Between 8,000-10,000 attend the annual Western Days celebration on Bonita Avenue in downtown San Dimas. Activities for the whole family include a parade, an Intertribal Powwow, western reenactments, stagecoach rides, activities for kids, craft vendors and food booths. There are non-profit game and information booths, entertainment and more. Admission is free. The Rodeo takes place at Horsesthief Canyon Park.
909-592-3818
909-394-RODEO (7633)
www.sandimasrodeo.com
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