The Guide: Kids' Events
Kids' stuff
Compiled by George Ducker
The Science of Gingerbread Who knew science could be so tasty? Mix mathematics and taste buds in this exhibition, which features hands-on kitchen science activities, decorating demonstrations and some award-winning gingerbread houses. Discovery Science Center, 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana. Today-next Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $12.95, Children $9.95, Children 2 and younger, free. (714) 542-2823.
Snow Days at Kidspace Kids can play in real snow, make maple candy, go behind the scenes of an ice sculpture, or rock out with the Radio Disney road crew. Special performances at 11 a.m. Kidspace Children's Museum, 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. Today-Wed., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $9. (626) 499-9144.
Gold Rush Visitors may experience elation similar to that of the miners of 1849 when they pan for gold at the museum. Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, L.A. Sat.-next Sun., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free with museum admission. $3-$9; 2 and younger, free. (323) 667-2000.
The Velveteen Rabbit A one-hour musical presentation of Margery Williams' classic children's book. Appropriate for preschoolers and older. The All American Melodrama Theater and Music Hall, 429 Shoreline Village Drive, Suite E, Long Beach. Sat.-next Sun., noon, 2 p.m. $10. (714) 357-1149.
Kids Fishing Clinic Learn new fishing techniques, hook-tying secrets and more. Then try them out on a half-day fishing trip that departs at 12:45 p.m. Dana Wharf, 34675 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point. Today, next Sun., noon. Free. (949) 496-5794.
Dig It! Learn about the history of the ancient Near East, the methods of excavating a site and the importance of preserving artifacts. No reservations necessary. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., L.A. Today, next Sun. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free with museum admission. (310) 440-4500.
Art Odyssey for Families Guided tours through galleries and art activities for ages 5 and older. Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades. Sat.-next Sun., 2 p.m. Free, advance tickets required. Parking is $8. (310) 440-7300.
