April is off to a lively start, with April Fools’ Day arriving today, Passover starting tonight and Easter coming up this Sunday. A less festive date is also around the corner: Tax Day falls on April 15, so be sure to file on time if you have not already. Later in the month, Earth Day on April 22 offers a chance to celebrate and show some appreciation for the planet.
Before we get into the weekend’s events, here are a few happenings later this month that may be worth saving on your calendar.
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Thursday, April 9-12
Historic Filipinotown—The Los Angeles Festival of Movies is back for the third year in a row at 2220 Arts + Archives. Grab passes to view screenings and talks. 🎬🎥🎞️
Various times | $10 – 30
Sunday, April 12
🧑🧑🧒🧒 L.A. State Historic Park—Don’t miss the 12th Annual Bob Baker Day celebration! Make plans to have fun with puppets, art and more with the community. 🎭🎉🎡
10am – 5pm | Free RSVP
Saturday, April 18
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🧑🧑🧒🧒 East L.A.—Head to Garfield High for the 7th Annual Super Bulldog Jog 5K Run/Walk. The run starts and ends at the campus, which will host a Health Fair and pre- and post-run activities.
8 am | $29 – $34.40
🧑🧑🧒🧒 El Sereno—Save the date for the 18th Annual Ascot Hills Park Kite Festival in conjunction with Earth Day! Celebrate 20 years of Ascot Hills Park and enjoy kites, crafts, live entertainment, and get connected on local resources and sustainability booths. 🪁🌳🌎
11am – 4pm | Free
Sunday, April 26
🧑🧑🧒🧒 East Hollywood—The East Hollywood Community Garden is hosting aSpring Garden Fiesta. Enjoy music, family fun and free food. 🌱🍽️🧑🌾
3pm – 5pm | Free RSVP
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