Kids Activities in Pasadena This Week

Friday, September 22, 2023
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Summer Youth Woodworking (Ages 5-15)   click for more information »
Students will learn about art, design, and engineering by building wooden projects using only raw materials, hand tools, and imagination. Each classroom has individual adjustable workbenches equipped with everything needed to create a multitude of woodworking projects. Pro,…
Event Location: Side Street Projects
Cost: Free

Friday, September 22, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Play and Learn   click for more information »
Come enjoy educational toys, puzzles, color, listen to preschool music and have fun with friends. …
Event Location: Villa Parke Branch Library
Cost: Free

Friday, September 22, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Little Explorers   click for more information »
Come explore, play and create with us under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (age 2–5 years old) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month. No registration required, free with admission or membership….
Event Location: Descanso Gardens
Cost: Free with admission

Friday, September 22, 2023
Time: 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Wild California Explorers   click for more information »
Did you know that the Washingtonia filifera is the only species of palm trees indigenous to California? Learn more about “our amazing state” through games, scavenger hunts and craft projects!…
Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Cost: Free with admission

Friday, September 22, 2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wander Through Wonderland   click for more information »
Pasadena Civic Ballet has partnered with Storyland Productions to present a theatrical immersive for all ages, “Wander Through Wonderland.” Fall into this topsy-turvy world of larger-than-life games, activities studio, 25-foot magical teapot amusement, and a performance featuring Alice and friends…
Event Location: Shakespeare Club of Pasadena
Cost: $39.00/General admission

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Storytime @ Vroman’s Hastings Ranch   click for more information »
Join story time every Saturday at 10:30am at Vroman’s Hastings Ranch! …
Event Location: Vroman’s Hastings Ranch
Cost: Free

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pop-Up Adoption Event at Integrity College of Health   click for more information »
The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend! …
Event Location: Integrity College of Health
Cost: Call for details

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Saturday Sing-Along at SCCM   click for more information »
Kiddos of all ages get to explore various musical instruments while singing their favorite songs! From shakers to drums, SCCM with the kids are ready to make some noise!…
Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Cost: Free with admission

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Guided Tour at Pasadena Humane   click for more information »
Pasadena Humane is more than a shelter; Pasadena Humane (PH) is a resource for all animals in the community. Join PH for a guided tour to learn more about how they help animals in need. During this hour-long tour, you’ll hear about its history, programs, and services while viewing adorable dogs, c…
Event Location: Pasadena Humane
Cost: Free

Sunday, September 24, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
Scout Programs   click for more information »
Scout Programs offer an in-person learning experience offering scouts the opportunity to earn an exclusive Pasadena Humane patch by participating in education, enrichment and service. During this 75-minute program, scouts will be able to complete some requirements of their organizational patches as …
Event Location: Pasadena Humane
Cost: $325.00

Sunday, September 24, 2023
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Sustainability Sundays at SCCM   click for more information »
Let’s get creative! Part sensory play, part art class and part environmental studies, participants will learn about the environment and how they can help take care of the planet while exploring items from SCCM’s garden or building amazing creations out of recycled materials! *Sign up required…
Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Cost: Free with admission

Sunday, September 24, 2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wander Through Wonderland   click for more information »
Pasadena Civic Ballet has partnered with Storyland Productions to present a theatrical immersive for all ages, “Wander Through Wonderland.” Fall into this topsy-turvy world of larger-than-life games, activities studio, 25-foot magical teapot amusement, and a performance featuring Alice and friends…
Event Location: Shakespeare Club of Pasadena
Cost: $39.00/General admission

Monday, September 25, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Baby & Toddler Storytime   click for more information »
Join Altadena Library for outdoor Baby & Toddler Storytime. Participants will have fun outdoors with books, songs, and rhymes that encourage development and bonding. This is for children ages 0-2 years and their parents/caregivers. In the event of inclement weather conditions, the storytime will be…
Event Location: Front Lawn at the Main Library
Cost: Free

Monday, September 25, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Mindful Mondays at SCCM   click for more information »
Southern California Children’s Museum (SCCM) partnered with Little Renegades Co. to bring you a weekly program aimed at introducing kids to breathing exercises, sensory awareness, stretching, mantras, and easy meditations. Join SCCM for a story time followed by a mindfulness exercise every week! No…
Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Cost: Free with admission

Monday, September 25, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Read & Play   click for more information »
Enjoy a short family storytime followed by self-guided play activities. This session encourages creativity, imagination, and dexterity and increases children’s physical, cognitive, and emotional development. For ages 0-5….
Event Location: Santa Catalina Branch Library
Cost: Free

Monday, September 25, 2023
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Mighty Chondria   click for more information »
Join Hastings Branch Library on Zoom to explore, science, fun, and more. Call branch for details. 626-744-7262. For ages 7-12. Sign up here to attend. Please provide an email address where Zoom instructions can be sent. …
Event Location: Online (Virtual)
Cost: Free

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Family Storytime (Ages 0-5)   click for more information »
Storytime features activities that will promote early literacy and lifelong learning through songs, bounces, fingerplays, and books. Storytime is also an opportunity for caregivers to learn ways they can incorporate learning activities into everyday routines. Please watch the library’s social media…
Event Location: Crowell Public Library
Cost: Free

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Storytime at Bob Lucas   click for more information »
Join Bob Lucas branch Library as they share stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers….
Event Location: Bob Lucas Branch Library
Cost: Free

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Infant & Toddler Storytime   click for more information »
Storytime is a fun way to introduce your little ones to language and learning! Join Jefferson Branch Library for an indoor storytime with books, songs, rhymes and fun! …
Event Location: Jefferson Branch Library Children & Teen Services
Cost: Free

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Preschool Storytime   click for more information »
Join Villa Parke Branch Library for a fun story-time on Tuesday mornings enjoys stories, singing, short movie, crafts and playtime. …
Event Location: Villa Parke Branch Library
Cost: Free

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Messy Play at SCCM   click for more information »
Children and grown-ups are invited to explore sensory experiences together while getting a little messy! Activities will vary every week but are curated to encourage imagination, fine motor skills and more!…
Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Cost: Free with admission

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Kids For Animals Club   click for more information »
Kids For Animals Club at Pasadena Humane offers kids ages 7 to 11 an enriching after-school opportunity to experience the Pasadena Humane shelter. Kids For Animals Club will meet once a week for six weeks– every Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Each week, students will explore a different topi…
Event Location: Pasadena Humane
Cost: $275.00

Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Babies & Crawlers STEAM Storytime   click for more information »
Join your child in an exploration of the wonders of the world. Singing, dancing, music, crafts and beautiful books recommended for babies and crawlers (under age 2)….
Event Location: La Pintoresca Branch Library
Cost: Free

Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Story & Craft at SCCM   click for more information »
Join SCCM for a read-aloud, and then bring the story to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for toddlers to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts and songs!…
Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Cost: Free with admission

Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Storytime with Mr. Steve!   click for more information »
Join Mr. Steve and the gang at Vroman’s Colorado Blvd. location at 11 am for story time!…
Event Location: Vroman’s Bookstore
Cost: Free

Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Read! Build! Play!   click for more information »
Adding self-guided play after storytime will help develop and reinforce early literacy skills. Encourage your toddlers to use their creativity, imagination, and dexterity; increasing their physical, cognitive, and emotional development….
Event Location: San Rafael Branch Library
Cost: Free