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Childhood is a world of imagination and magic. They crave it, they admire it, and they glow when they watch it. We have a great news for all your little magic lovers. This September every Monday evening through October 1st, you can fill your child's world with magic at Santa Monica Playhouse with Albie Selznick, life-time member of the Magic Castle, and creator/performer of hit theatrical magic show Smoke and Mirrors. Albie Selznick brings a new and different lineup of world-class, award-winning magicians and outstanding variety acts to the Santa Monica Playhouse every week. Get ready for an unforgettable season of show-stopping feats — including sleight of hand, interactive parlor magic and mind-blowing illusions. The shows are every Mondays at 8 p.m., but get there early for the pre-show entertainment, which begins at 7:30 p.m. The shows are as follows: • Monday, Sept 3: Jonathan Levit, Robert Rodriguez and Mad Tad • Monday, Sept 10: premier mentalist, Max Maven; pre show by Roby • Monday, Sept 17: Scot Nery’s Boobie Trap (“Best Variety Show in L.A.” — Los Angeles magazine) • Monday, Sept 24: 10 X 10 fundraiser for Swing Left — Ten magicians X ten 10-minute acts of amazement. This is a fundraiser for Swing Left. Swing Left helps you find and commit to supporting progressives in your closest Swing District so that you can help ensure we take back the House in 2018. (All proceeds go to Swing Left – no discounts or passes) • Monday, Oct 1: retro mind-readers The Sentimentalists recently fooled Penn and Teller on Penn and Teller’s Fool Us You can buy your tickets in advance by calling 310-450-2849, or online at www.MagicMondayLA.com. Tickets are $40 per person. Weekly discounts and season passes are available at www.MagicMondayLA.com (No discounts or passes on Monday, Sept. 24).

Ok, the Mutt House has everything you could possibly want from a night out enjoying musical theatre. Dancing, funny dialogue, and clever original songs that are very accessible, and genuinely fun. Set within an animal shelter whose funding is about to be cut by a self serving politician, you meet this lovable group of pets, and Eddie their caretaker. The hilarity between the dog characters is instant. The behavioral idiosyncrasies of our furry friends are instantly recognizable, and well utilized for laughs. The morality of the tale is born from Eddie's personal growth throughout the performance which leads to him standing up for himself and the shelter. The fun that the performers are having preforming this show is contagious, and you may even find yourself laughing at small moments that feel like were just between the cast. All this, built around a story line that ultimately tugs a bit at your heart, lightheartedly, about our obligation to take care of those who need our help. For more information about Mutt House, visit their official Facebook Page.

Raising a sensitive child can pose some parenting challenges. Emotionally, sensitive kids become overwhelmed easily. They cry often, worry about getting into trouble frequently, and they require a great deal of reassurance. There’s nothing wrong with being sensitive. In fact, a sensitive child can be one of the kindest, most compassionate kids you'll ever meet. While strict discipline may help some kids turn their behavior around, harsh punishments are likely to cause more problems with sensitive kids. Here are five parenting strategies to use for raising a highly sensitive child: 1. Emphasize on your child’s strengths and gifts instead of her shortcomings. 2. Set Limits. Although it might be tempting to bend the rules to avoid upsetting a sensitive child, constant exceptions to the rules won’t be helpful in the long run. 3. Teach Problem-Solving Skills. This can make a big difference in a sensitive child's daily life. Teach your child step-by-step instructions for tackling problems and she'll gain confidence in her ability to handle uncomfortable situations. 4. Provide Plenty of Downtime. Create a “peace corner” with quiet activities such as coloring, listening to soothing music, or books to read, and encourage your child to use it when she's feeling overwhelmed. 5. Use Logical Consequences. Just because a child cries or feels bad, doesn’t mean she should escape other consequences. To learn more about the author, and the services she provides to LA parents, please visit HomeParentCoach.com. Ana can be reached at anaedelson@gmail.com.

LACMA offers free Art classes for anyone 17 years and younger. As NexGen members, kids and teens can visit for free anytime and bring one adult guest for free admission. This world-class art museum is a wonderful introduction to art for kids of all ages, even babies. Friendly and helpful staff introduce painting techniques, offer tips, and even provide high chairs for little ones. To get your free membership card, fill out this form with your child's name and date of birth. Include your address and email it to membership@lacma.org and they'll send you invitations to NexGen programs. For children under 13, a parent or guardian signature is required. LACMA is located at 5905 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036. LACMA is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 am to 4 pm; Saturday and Sundays from 10 am to 5 pm. They are closed on Mondays. ​ The easiest parking for families is in the underground Pritzker Parking Garage on 6th Street at Ogden ($16) or street parking on 6th Street where the meters are free on Sundays!

Designed for kids 3.5 to 6 year olds, the Wee Kick Classes help develop your kids' gross motor skills, balance and coordination while teaching them about respect, personal space, and setting boundaries. Alonzo Martial Arts is excited to announce new weekday "Wee Kick Classes" for kids 3.5 to 6. These new classes are forming Tuesdays through Fridays at 3:30 pm at their brand new space inside TriFit Club and Studios consisting of 29k square foot at the Colorado Center in Santa Monica! Wee Kick plants seeds of self-discipline and prepares Pre-K & Kindergarten kids for the physicality and structure of more mature martial arts training. It’s fun, empowering, and taught from a child development perspective. Benefits include confidence, self-esteem, better focus and self control. Physically, they’ll gain improved gross motor skills, coordination, balance, strength & flexibility. Mindful meditation eases anxiety and helps promote kindness. Kids will also learn the important benefits of determination in reaching lofty goals. But kids can't have ALL the fun! parents are encouraged to join in too. Parents who sign up their kids for classes are invited to enjoy a discounted membership to use the gym while their kids are in the class! For the past 23 years, Richard Alonzo, the owner and the instructor, has built his professional reputation as an ambassador to martial arts for kids and adults. His commitment to traditional training, quality self-defense, mindful self-awareness, and unlimited possibilities dates back to 1991. You can read the many reasons parents love his classes in his Five-Star Yelp Reviews. He has also been featured on VoyageLA as one of LA's Most Inspiring Stories. The Wee Kick Classes are available for kids 6 and older too. Mr. Alonzo teaches other Martial Arts classes for kids, Teens, and adults. For more information about his classes, please visit Alonzo Martial Arts' website. To reserve a spot for your child at the next Wee Kick Class, contact Richard D. Alonzo at (310) 895-5100, or email him at alonzomartialarts@gmail.com. Your First Class is FREE. Alonzo Martial Arts is located at 2425 Colorado Ave. in the city of Santa Monica. We have not been paid for this article. We have been provided with free classes, and we recommend Alonzo Martial Art classes to all parents based on our own observations. They have also received our "Certificate of Totally Awesome" because we really believe they are totally awesome.

Featuring 18 original songs and a cast of 10, Mutt House is the story of quirky outsider Eddie Corbin. Bullied all his life, Eddie has finally found a place to call home — a neglected downtown animal shelter. When the city threatens to close the shelter, Eddie must do something he’s never done before: stand up for himself and fight for what’s right. With the help of six zany mutts, he faces his fears and makes an unexpected human connection in the process. Celebrate summer with man's best friend in the world premiere Mutt House starting on July 10, 2018. Mutt House is full of singing, dancing and fun, and will inspire and bring you and your family endless amounts of joy! The award-winning creative team of Los Angeles designers will include scenic designer Stephen Gifford, lighting designer Matthew Denman, sound designer Cricket S. Myers and costume designer Allison Dillard. Mutt House is a guest production at Kirk Douglas Theatre at 9820 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232. Tickets are on sale now at 213-628-2772 or online at MuttHouseTheMusical.com. Tickets start at $39 per person. This Article is part of a sponsored blog.

On June 20th, you have an unique opportunity to experience the past coming back to life. Be one of the first to see Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom before it opens in theaters at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live. Travel back to the island for a special rescue operation, and once again see the creatures who roamed the Earth before us as dinosaurs, pterosaurs, and mosasaurs come to life on the big screen. Your exclusive ticket includes a special screening of Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom, panel discussion and Q&A with dinosaur experts and enthusiasts, and General Admission to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. sponsored Regal Cinemas L.A. Live is located at 1000 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015. Tickets are $28.50 for Adults, and $26.50 for Students and Seniors. If you are a member, tickets are $26.50 for Adults, and $24.50 for Students and Seniors. Your General Admission to NHMLA can be used anytime through August 31, 2018. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit NHMLA's website.

At Fun With Kids in LA, our mission is to inspire parents every day to do fun things with their kids. We share the best of LA with our awesome followers, and as a thank you for being so awesome, we surprise you with gifts that will inspire you to make memories with your families. This month, we have partnered up again with a very talented photographer, Oscar Malo, to give away a free family photo session. To Enter Entering is easy! Sign up for our newsletters between May 20 and May 25, 2018, and you will be entered for a chance to win a free family photo session with Oscar Malo Photography. Session includes 30-45 minutes shoot with 10 fully processed print delivered via photographer's website. Value $85. About Oscar Malo Oscar Malo specializes in family and portrait photography. His attention to detail and ability to capture candid shots ensure you will have a family album that can be cherished and shared for many years to come. He uses state-of-the-art equipment to deliver high-resolution images that beautifully captures vivid colors and subtle variations in contrast. He was recently featured on VoyageLA: Art & Life with Oscar Malo. See our Giveaway page for full details to enter for a chance to win. You must be 18 years of age to enter. Giveaway ends on April 30, 2018 at 12:00 am. Oscar Malo is also available for your special occasions, weddings, bar mitzvah, bat mitzvah, baby showers, kids birthdays, bridal showers, and your other special events. You can contact Oscar directly at (323) 243-9685 or for more information, please visit his website. #circus #funwithkids #giveaway #sanpedro