L.A. Parent

09/05/2025

So much to do this weekend!

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09/04/2025

“On a cool Saturday morning earlier this year, the hem of my long, floral-print dress trailed across dew-covered grass at the Manassas National Battlefield Park in Prince William County, Va...”

Earlier this year, Cassandra Lane took a family trip to the past and present in Northern Virginia, or NOVA, as the locals call it. As she learned, what’s old becomes new again.

Read all about her trip, and travel tips if you’re planning to visit NOVA, at the link below.

09/04/2025

Our Back to School Issue is here! 🏫

Some highlights: Altadena Girls' cofounders, Avery Colvert, 15, alongside her mother, Lauren Sandidge, featured in “Chat Room,” as well as important features, including “Financial Literacy 101," on supporting early financial literacy for kids; “Meeting in the Middle,” on preparing families for middle school challenges and “Learning Lapses,” on navigating educational crises, plus our “Inclusive L.A.” special section focusing on equine and music therapies for kids with autism and learning-related differences. All of this and much more, plus a robust fall events Calendar, to help set up your family and students for fun — and success!

Cover 📸: Our Back to School issue cover features Altadena Girls' cofounders Avery Colvert, 15, and her mother, Lauren Sandidge, who are helping girls thrive after the wildfires, providing clothing and essential items and a space for community, yoga and an array of empowering programs.

Photographed by Philicia Endelman at the new Altadena Girls headquarters in Pasadena

📖 Digital Edition: LAParent.com

Print and online editions coming soon! Stay tuned!

08/31/2025

Looking for a relaxing SoCal getaway? Head to Hotel del Coronado. 🏖️ The Del features tons of family fun—from movies and s’mores on the sand to surf lessons and beach yoga—plus Nobu Restaurants' new Nobu del Coronado, the crowing jewel of the iconic resort’s $500M renovation. 🏩

Hotel del Coronado: Reimagined Luxury for SoCal Families Seeking Rest and Play Travel Relaxing local getaway for L.A. families

08/28/2025

We know summer isn’t officially ending this weekend, but it sort of feels like it. All the more reason to get outside and enjoy all the fun that’s happening around town! From food fests to free movie nights and more, there are plenty of things to do with the kids this holiday weekend.

And for even more ideas, you can always visit calendar.laparent.com ☀️

08/28/2025

The “From Scratch” author, Tembi Locke, explores parenthood, reinvention and the bittersweet journey of letting go in her new audiobook “Someday, Now,” out Sept. 23.

Check out our interview with the inspiring author, actor, producer, screenwriter, podcaster and parent.

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08/27/2025

🎪Step right up! We are giving away tickets to Marinelli Bros Circus!

🤹‍♀️Performances run Aug. 28-Sept. 15 at Stonewood Center in Downey. To enter, email your name and phone to our publisher at [email protected] by 5p.m. this Thursday, Aug. 28. Winners will be announced on Friday.

🌟Good Luck! 🌟

08/21/2025

Looking for things to do this weekend? We always got you covered!

Which events will you check out with the fam this weekend? Let us know!

For more ideas visit calendar.laparent.com 💖

08/19/2025

🚌 It’s season! Set your family up for success with tips from professional organizer & productivity expert 📚

From creating a family command center to outfit planning, she’s got 10 tips you can start to implement now for a smoother start to the school year.

Read the full list 🔗 https://www.laparent.com/back-to-school-success-a-professional-organizers-top-10-tips-for-families/

08/11/2025

Experience double the Blippi fun! On 8/29, see Blippi LIVE for “Blippi Says,” dance moves, and his new song “Curious Like Me.” Then, explore the “Be Like Blippi Pop Up” at Discovery Cube LA — colorful, interactive zones with games, learning, and photo-worthy fun through September 28.

Activities, events and fun things to do in L.A. with kids. L.A. Parent is your resource for kids activities in L.A. as well as articles and resources on special needs, summer activities and positive parenting.

08/06/2025

NEW BOOK CORNER: Celebrate back to school with some new inspiring books!