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Kylie Williams

Kylie Williams is a mom of four who loves exploring Los Angeles with her kids and reporting back about the exciting events, attractions, and hidden gems she discovers. When she's not schlepping the kids around the city, she's probably at the gym, reading a book, or putting together snack bags for one of the kids' sports teams. If you know of a place she should check out, drop a line at Kylie@MommyPoppins.com.

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Best Summer Day Camps in Los Angeles

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Sun, 03/09/2025 - 1:15am

Where else are kids going to learn archery, besides summer camp?  Photo courtesy of Tom Sawyer Camp

Summer day camps in Los Angeles cater to a wide range of interests and ages. From traditional outdoor adventures to specialized programs in arts, sciences, and sports, there's something for every child. Camps in Los Angeles often take advantage of the city's natural beauty, with options for beachside activities, hiking in the nearby mountains, and exploring urban parks.

Whether it's making new friends, learning new skills, or simply having fun in the California sun, summer day camps in Los Angeles provide memorable experiences that last a lifetime.

Discover more summer day camps in Los Angeles, like performing arts summer camps, science & STEM summer camps, and surfing camps. There's even more in our Camp Directory and Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide. 

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Top 10 Kid-Friendly Science Museums in Los Angeles

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Fri, 03/07/2025 - 1:06am

Dive into science! Photo by (c) Jonathan Selig 2025, courtesy of California Science Center

Los Angeles is home to incredible science museums that make learning fun for kids of all ages. If you want to make science concepts come alive for littles, nothing quite does the job like interactive and engaging exhibits. These science museums provide the chance to touch, see, feel, and learn all about different scientific studies, from anatomy to astronomy. Turn your kids into science-whiz kids by visiting them all! 

In LA, you can find museums kids will enjoy for every interest and price point. Browse this list of the best children's museums in LA, bookmark these free museum days, and discover more museum outings in our Museum Guide for Kids in Los Angeles and Orange County. 

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Musical Theater and Performing Arts Summer Camps in Los Angeles and OC

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Sun, 03/02/2025 - 9:34am

Get into character! Summer Camp photo courtesy of A Noise Within Theatre

Performing arts summer camps seem like a given in a city full of Hollywood starlets and movie studios. Young thespians can hone their skills at musical theater summer camps in Los Angeles.

Warm up those vocal chords and get your jazz hands ready. Performing arts summer camps in Los Angeles offer an immersive experience where children can explore their creativity and develop their talents in theater, music, dance, and more. With fun activities and opportunities to showcase their acting chops, these camps provide a memorable and enriching summer for budding performers. 

In addition to performing arts summer camps, check out STEM summer camps in LA, browse the best summer day camps in Los Angeles, and find more camps in our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide. 

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Interactive Barbie Exhibit Opens at Discovery Cube for Limited Time

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Thu, 02/27/2025 - 10:00am

This limited-time Barbie exhibit is open at Discovery Cube LA through May 11, 2025.

The limited-time Barbie: You Can Be Anything experiential exhibit has arrived at Discovery Cube LA, encouraging kids to pursue their biggest career dreams–photo ops included.

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The Aquarium of the Pacific: What Makes LA's Biggest Aquarium So Spectacular

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Fri, 02/14/2025 - 10:52am

Kids will love admiring all the sea creatures at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Photo by Kylie Williams

The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach is one of the largest and most diverse aquariums in the country. With interactive touch tanks, and otters and penguins to admire, it's also the perfect outing for kids. Engaging exhibits and underwater creatures will entertain children of all ages. 

 
Intrigue is around every corner at the Aquarium of the Pacific, and it's easy to spend a full day there. With its spectacular displays and commitment to environmental stewardship, the Aquarium of the Pacific is a must-visit destination for families. 
 
The Aquarium of the Pacific is one of the top things to do with kids in Long Beach. After you've had your fill of fish at this iconic aquarium, you can check out Heal the Bay Aquarium in Santa Monica. For more animal encounters, browse our Guide to Zoos and Gardens for Los Angeles Kids. 
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Best Indoor Birthday Party Places for Kids in Los Angeles

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Fri, 02/07/2025 - 7:51am

Throw a party in this pretty play space, where everything is taken care of for you. Photo courtesy of PlayLab

There are many fantastic indoor birthday party places for kids in Los Angeles to host memorable birthday parties. If you ask my kids about their dream birthday parties, they will paint a grand picture complete with indoor play places, elaborate themes, and a whole lot of fanfare. 

From energetic play centers to creative studios, there are indoor birthday party places for every child's interests. These venues provide safe and entertaining environments where kids can enjoy activities like bouncing on trampolines, exploring obstacle courses, or getting artistic with crafts. With so many indoor birthday party places available, planning the perfect celebration in Los Angeles is easy and exciting when you need a roof overhead. 

For more birthday party ideas, check out fun restaurants for kid's birthdays in Los Angeles. Usually, the weather is nearly perfect in LA, so when that's the case, explore these parks and playgrounds for kids' birthday parties in LA, and find more b-day inspo in our Birthday Party Ideas Guide for Los Angeles Kids. 

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Kids Eat Free: 22 Los Angeles Restaurants for Every Day of the Week

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Sun, 01/26/2025 - 8:25am

Food is even better when it's free and near the beach! Photo courtesy of Mamas on 39

Kids eat free are three little words that make a restaurant dinner feel possible. I'm a mom of four and constantly searching for great food and good deals to feed my hungry little mouths as well as my own. 

This list of restaurants throughout the Los Angeles area offers free meals for kids at least one night a week. The restaurants vary from local joints to national chains, from the valleys to the beaches, from Italian to Mexican, and from seafood to steakhouses—enough to satisfy picky and non-picky eaters.

For more bargains, check out these birthday freebies for kids, discover where to take the kids for free museum days, and uncover more complimentary deals and ways to save with our Guide to Free Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids. 

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27 Free Things To Do Indoors in Los Angeles: Free Places To Play Indoors on Cold and Rainy Days

Submitted by Kylie Williams on Fri, 01/03/2025 - 6:50am

While LACMA rebuilds, kids can still watch Metropolis II for hours (and hours - it's mesmerizing!). Photo courtesy of LACMA

There are many indoor free things to do in Los Angeles for those rare times when it's raining in Southern California. While we're all used to the nonstop sunshine, sometimes you have to head indoors to a free museum, play space, or library to entertain the kids while saving budgets for sunnier days. 

For more free things to do in LA, peruse our list of 100 fun free things to do in Los Angeles with Kids. Once you've checked off all the free things to do indoors in Los Angeles and want to explore more things to do with a roof over your head, check out the best indoor playgrounds in Los Angeles, and discover more indoor amusement in our Indoor Fun and Play Spaces Guide for Los Angeles Kids. 

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