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\"VolunteersThe nonprofit Volunteers Cleaning Communities is focused on ‘helping make the world around us a better, cleaner, environmental friendly, litter free place.’ In the file photo, volunteers cleaning up trash near Reseda Boulevard and Nordhoff Street on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 in Northridge, CA. (Photo by Gene Blevins, Contributing Photographer)<\/p>\n

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Here is a sampling of things to do in the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area.<\/p>\n

Today<\/p>\n

San Fernando Valley Food and Wine Festival \u2013 Los Angeles Mission College: Tickets are still available for the \u201cA Stroll Through Greece\u201d food event with dishes prepared by the college\u2019s Culinary Arts Institute, 3-7 p.m. Saturday, April 18. Tickets $99. Curated selection of wines will be paired with the dishes (must be 21 and older and show a valid ID). LA Mission College, main quad, 13356 Eldridge Ave., Sylmar. Details: lamission.edu\/campus-life\/events\/2026\/4\/18\/san-fernando-valley-food-wine-festival<\/a>. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite: tinyurl.com\/439ybxdy<\/a><\/p>\n

Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum: Final days to see \u201cCowboys \u2013 History and Hollywood,\u201d through April 19 (reaganfoundation.org\/library-museum\/special-exhibits\/cowboys<\/a>). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (except closed on some holidays). Tickets $25; $22 ages 62 and older and college students with ID; $18 ages 11-17; $15 ages 3-10; free for ages 2 and younger. Location, 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley. 805-577-4066. facebook.com\/RonaldReagan<\/a>. reaganfoundation.org\/library-museum<\/a><\/p>\n

Pasadena Humane\u2019s Wiggle Waggle Walk and Run: Register by noon April 17 ($50) or onsite ($65) at 8 a.m. April 19 for you and your dog to take part in the 28th annual event. One of Pasadena Humane\u2019s biggest fundraisers of the year includes a \u201cSit, Stay and Play\u201d training park and a vendor marketplace, 8 a.m., followed by the walk and run, 9 a.m. The event wraps up at noon. Brookside Park at the Rose Bowl, 360 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. 626-792-7151, Ext. 123. Details and to register online by noon April 17: give.pasadenahumane.org\/event\/wiggle-waggle-walk-and-run-2026\/e741713<\/a><\/p>\n

Vroman\u2019s Bookstore: Lisa Lee discusses and signs \u201cAmerican Han,\u201d 7 p.m. April 16. Location, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-5320. vromansbookstore.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Friday<\/p>\n

Volunteers Cleaning Communities: Find out the upcoming schedule for the nonprofit that welcomes new volunteers and donations year-round. Email: jill@vcc.world. facebook.com\/profile.php?id=100066393290619<\/a>. volunteerscleaningcommunities.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve State Natural Reserve: Check the website for information on visiting the poppy reserve (parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=627<\/a>). There is a PoppyCam live feed on the website. Reserve Wildflower Hotline, 661-724-1180.<\/p>\n

Wildflower Hotline \u2013 Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers and Native Plants: The Sun Valley-based foundation presents its 2026 hotline on the best locations for viewing spring wildflowers in Southern and Central California. New wildflower reports are released on Friday from March through May (depending upon this year\u2019s bloom season). In addition, read the illustrated written report on the link. 818-768-1802, Ext. 7. theodorepayne.org\/learn\/wildflower-hotline\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Granada Hills Grubfest and the Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market: The Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce presents the food truck \u201cGrubfest,\u201d 5-10 p.m. (on Chatsworth Street between Zelzah and White Oak avenues; granadachamber.com\/food-trucks\/<\/a>); and the certified market<\/a>, 6-9 p.m. (White Oak Avenue between Chatsworth and Los Alimos streets<\/a>; granadachamber.com\/56292-2\/<\/a>; 818-298-9790). Both events run on Fridays; check website for seasonal changes in hours. 818-368-3235. www.granadachamber.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Saturday<\/p>\n

Old Town Newhall Farmers Market: A certified market<\/a>, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Location, parking lot, 24500 Main St., Newhall. 661-253-4300. Santa Clarita Farmers Markets: tinyurl.com\/2evb6evz<\/a>. Details: facebook.com\/OldTownNewhallFarmersMarket<\/a><\/p>\n

NoHo Farmers Market: A certified market<\/a>, 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 500 Colfax Ave., Valley Village. 818-471-0793. farmersmarketnorthhollywood.com\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Main Street Canoga Park Farmers Market: A certified market<\/a>, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 7248 Owensmouth Avenue, between Sherman Way and Wyandotte Avenue. Coastal Pacific Markets, 805-643-6458. Email: pacific209@hotmail.com. facebook.com\/canogafarmersmarket<\/a><\/p>\n

El Nido Farmers Market \u2013 Pacoima: El Nido Family Centers and the City of Los Angeles present the certified market<\/a>, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Location, Pacoima Family Source Center, 11243 Glenoaks Blvd. elnidofamilycenters.org\/farmers-market<\/a><\/p>\n

Woodland Hills Farmers Market: A certified market<\/a>, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Location, 5650 Shoup Ave. 818-300-3023. Facebook: tinyurl.com\/ybbchwbb<\/a><\/p>\n

City of Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival: The city celebrates cowboy culture plus Santa Clarita Valley\u2019s ties to cowboy\/western films made in the area \u2014 and, of course, movie star William S. Hart \u2014 with music stages, living history areas, line dance lessons, a pioneer activities corner, food and vendors, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. April 18-19. Check the schedule: cowboyfestival.org\/schedule\/<\/a>. Free festival general admission on April 18-19. Frequently asked questions: cowboyfestival.org\/frequently-asked-questions\/<\/a>. Use the festival\u2019s free shuttle site for parking: 22400 13th St. (at Railroad Avenue), Santa Clarita (cowboyfestival.org\/plan-your-visit\/<\/a>). Location of the festival, William S. Hart Park, 24151 Newhall Ave., Newhall. cowboyfestival.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Friends of the Chatsworth Library Used Book Sale: The group holds its quarterly \u201cgiant\u201d sale with almost-new hardcover books, paperbacks, and also CDs, DVDs and puzzles, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. April 18. Location, community room at the library, 21052 Devonshire St., Chatsworth. 818-341-4276. laplchatsworthfriends.org<\/a><\/p>\n

The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire: Immerse yourself in the time of Queen Elizabeth I\u2019s reign and have some fun with cosplay of the time period, speaking the lingo, shopping in the marketplace, listening to music and laughing at performances, Saturday-Sunday, through May 17. Hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Theme weekends: \u201cRenncon\u201d (April 18-19); \u201cAll Hallows Spring\u201d (April 25-26). (renfair.com\/socal\/special-events<\/a>). Fun dress code for all weekends: period \u201cfaire\u201d costume (optional). Admission $44 ages 13 and older; $28 ages 5-12. No pets allowed. Mandatory car entry fee, $15 (cash is recommended), to the Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area (renfair.com\/socal\/directions-weather\/<\/a>). Parking is free, first-come, first served; VIP parking $30 (must be purchased in advance online; VIP parking cost does not include the mandatory car entry fee). Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, 15501 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale. 626-969-4750. renfair.com\/socal<\/a><\/p>\n

Sunday<\/p>\n

Encino Farmers Market: ONEgeneration presents the certified market<\/a>, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays. Location, 17400 Victory Blvd. (between Balboa Boulevard and White Oak Avenue). Farmers market manager, 818-708-6611 or email: farmersmarket@onegeneration.org. onegeneration.org\/farmers-market\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Farmers Market \u2013 The Vineyards at Porter Ranch: The certified market<\/a>, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Bring your own reusable shopping bags. Location, parking lot at 20000 Rinaldi St., Porter Ranch. thevineyards.com\/event\/weekly-farmers-market-80<\/a><\/p>\n

Good Times Farmers Market: A certified market<\/a>, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays. Los Angeles Valley College, parking lot A, 5800 Fulton Ave. (at Burbank Boulevard), Valley Glen. 818-282-5490. Email: goodtimesfarmersmarket@gmail.com. goodtimesfarmersmarket.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Natural History Museum Los Angeles County: Earth Day Festival: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. April 19 (nhm.org\/calendar\/earth-day-festival<\/a>). Ongoing special exhibit: \u201cUnearthed \u2013 Raw Beauty,\u201d an exhibit of mineral specimens displayed in their natural and uncut form, through April 18, 2027 (nhm.org\/unearthed-rare-mineral-exhibition<\/a>). Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday (but closed on the first Tuesday of the month and some holidays). Admission: $18, $14 ages 62 and older and ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required. 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. nhmlac.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2026: The 61st event takes place at the 1907 Baldwin Oaks Estate in Arcadia with 28 Los Angeles area designers re-imagining interior spaces and gardens, April 19-May 17. The estate has never been open before to the public for tours. Tickets: pasadenashowcase.org\/tickets<\/a>. Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that raises funds that go to music education, scholarships, concerts, and therapy programs in Los Angeles County. facebook.com\/PasadenaShowcaseHouse\/<\/a>. Details: www.pasadenashowcase.org<\/a><\/p>\n

What Is a Western? Film Series \u2013 Autry Museum of the American West: Screening of \u201cEastern Western<\/a>\u201d (2025), 1:30 p.m. April 19. Reservations recommended. Free with museum admission ($20; $15 ages 62 and older and ages 13-18 and also students older than 18 with ID). Location, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles. theautry.org<\/a>. Reservations: theautry.org\/events\/what-western-film-series\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Monday<\/p>\n

Descanso Gardens: \u201cWhat\u2019s in Bloom in April\u201d (depending on the weather): descansogardens.org\/gardens-and-collections\/whats-in-bloom\/<\/a>. Hours: 9-5 daily. Advance tickets are required for non-members. Admission $18; $14 ages 65 and older and students with ID; $8 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger (descansogardens.org\/events-and-activities\/admission-and-event-tickets<\/a>). 1418 Descanso Drive, La Ca\u00f1ada Flintridge. 818-949-4200. descansogardens.org<\/a>. facebook.com\/DescansoGardensLA<\/a><\/p>\n

Butterfly Pavilion \u2013 Natural History Museum Los Angeles County: See the seasonal outdoor exhibit now through Aug. 23; reservations required by timed ticket (30-minute time slots; $10; must also purchase museum admission; details and to purchase in advance tinyurl.com\/4asy4c62<\/a>). Museum hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Sunday (but closed on the first Tuesday of the month and some holidays). Admission $18; $14 ages 62 and older and ages 13-17; $7 ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and younger, but a ticket is required. Location, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles. nhmlac.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Vroman\u2019s Bookstore: Paul Fischer discusses and signs \u201cThe Last Kings of Hollywood \u2013 Coppola, Lucas, Spielberg \u2013 and the Battle for the Soul of American Cinema,\u201d 7 p.m. April 20. Upcoming: Rhae Lynn Barnes (\u201cDarkology \u2013 Blackface and the American Way of Entertainment\u201d) and David M. Henkin (\u201cOut of the Ballpark \u2013 How to Think About Baseball\u201d) discuss their books, 7 p.m. April 23. Dave Baker and Nicole Goux discuss and sign \u201cPunk\u2019n Heads,\u201d 7 p.m. April 24. Reservations requested for all events. 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-5320. vromansbookstore.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Tuesday<\/p>\n

Convergence \u2013 Contemporary Artists of Armenian Descent: Forest Lawn Museum \u2013 Glendale presents art work from more than 20 artists. Artist talks, all at 2 p.m.: May 9; June 14; July 12 and Aug. 9. The exhibit runs through Aug. 9. Free admission. Museum hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. The exhibit is part of the 2026 Hyper SoCal programming (brandlibrary.org\/hyper-socal<\/a>). Location, 1712 S. Glendale Ave. 323-340-4782. Email: museum@forestlawn.com forestlawn.com\/museum<\/a>. forestlawn.com\/exhibits\/convergence-contemporary-artists-of-armenian-descent\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Wednesday<\/p>\n

Channel Islands Chapter of the Embroiderers\u2019 Guild of America: The group holds its Spring Tea with the theme \u201cAlice in Wonderland,\u201d 9:30 a.m. April 22. Social time is 9:30-10 a.m., meeting begins, 10 a.m. Following the Tea, members of the group sell their stitching-related items they do not need or no longer want. Cash or checks are accepted for the \u201cGreat Guilt Sale.\u201d All experience levels are invited to attend the guild\u2019s monthly meetings. United Methodist Church, 291 Anacapa Drive, Camarillo. Email: president@channelislandsega.org.<\/p>\n

Canyon Country Farmers Market: A certified market<\/a>, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays. Canyon Country Community Center, parking lot, 18410 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country. 661-253-4300. Santa Clarita Farmers Markets: tinyurl.com\/2evb6evz<\/a>. facebook.com\/CanyonCountryFarmersMarket\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Alt Comedy All-Stars \u2013 Comedy Gives Back benefit: Comedian and actors bring the laughs at the event to raise funds for the \u201csafety net\u201d organization for working comedians, 7:30 p.m. April 22. Special guests: David Cross, Jon Hamm, Bob Odenkirk. Doors, 6:30 p.m. Tickets $50 and up. The Montalb\u00e1n Theatre, 1615 Vine St., Los Angeles. comedygivesback.com\/new-about-us<\/a>. Updates: facebook.com\/ComedyGivesBack<\/a>. Details and to purchase tickets: comedygivesback.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

UPCOMING<\/p>\n

Encino Food and Wine Festival \u2013 ONEgeneration: The fundraiser for the nonprofit includes small bites from local restaurants and beer and wine tasting, a silent auction and boutique vendors, 1-4 p.m. April 25. Minimum age: 21 (ID checked). No children and no pets. Tickets $125 (no refunds). Rain or shine. Location, 17400 Victory Blvd., Encino. onegeneration.org<\/a>. Updates: facebook.com\/ONEgencares<\/a>. Purchase tickets: tinyurl.com\/4f5k3asr<\/a><\/p>\n

Edward Giron booksigning: Meet the author of the children\u2019s book \u201cGwen the Racehorse,\u201d 1-3 p.m. April 25. The Open Book, Topanga Village, Suite 1680, 6320 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills. theopenbook.net\/woodland-hills-location\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Neil Forever \u2013 Love at the Greek: The tribute band performs a 50th anniversary homage to Neil Diamond\u2019s 1976 \u201cLove at the Greek\u201d concert, 8 p.m. April 25. A portion of ticket sales go to Drive Toward a Cure, a nonprofit \u201cdedicated to Parkinson\u2019s disease research and to patient care\u201d (drivetowardacure.org\/neil<\/a>). Tickets $65.95 and up (shortened Ticketmaster link: tinyurl.com\/3tr3ubw2<\/a>). Los Angeles Greek Theatre, 2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles. lagreektheatre.com\/<\/a>. Details: neilforever.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Topanga Vintage Market: Find collectibles and other treasures plus new handcrafted items, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. April 26. Admission $5; free for ages 12 and younger. No pets allowed. Free parking. Upcoming dates: May 24, June 28; the market is held on the fourth Sunday of the month (except for December). Pierce College, enter from Victory Boulevard at Mason Avenue, Woodland Hills. 310-422-1844. Updates: facebook.com\/TopangaVintageMarket<\/a>. topangavintagemarket.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Fritz Coleman: \u201cUnassisted Residency\u201d comedy show, 3 p.m. April 26. Tickets $46 and up. Upcoming: May 31; check the website for other shows. El Portal Theatre, Monroe Forum, 5269 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. 818-508-4200. elportaltheatre.com\/<\/a>. elportaltheatre.com\/fritzcoleman.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Studio Hope Boutique\u2019s Book Signing and Shop for a Cause: Authors Lori Hartwell (\u201cChronically Happy \u2013 Joyful Living in Spite of Chronic Illness\u201d), Rachel Bennett Steury (\u201cLosing My Kidney and Finding My Voice \u2013 Confessions of a Living Donor\u201d) and Dr. Somone Washington (\u201cThe Best of All Things \u2013 A Tapestry of Faith, Hope, Resilience and the Human Connection\u201d)\u00a0 4-5:30 p.m. April 26. Books available for purchase and also, ebook and audiobook links. Studio Hope Boutique, founded by Hartwell, is a nonprofit artisan, vintage and curated thrift store. The boutique benefits two nonprofits: raising awareness of kidney disease and funds for the kidney patient community (Renal Support Center), and also, helping orphaned pets find homes (Paws Fur Hope Pet Rescue). Free parking in the back of the store. Location, 817 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank. studiohopestore.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Rumours \u2013 The Music of Fleetwood Mac: All the Lonely People present the entire album plus hit songs from the band in a multimedia show, 7 p.m. April 26. Tickets $22 and up. El Portal Theatre, Debbie Reynolds Main Stage, 5269 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood. 818-508-4200. elportaltheatre.com<\/a>. elportaltheatre.com\/rumours.html<\/a><\/p>\n

Glendora Genealogical Group: Meeting begins with a genealogical webinar, 6 p.m., followed by a professional genealogist discussing \u201c10 Skills Every Genealogist Needs,\u201d 7 p.m. April 28. Free admission. La Fetra Senior Center, Elm Room, 333 E. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. 909-592-4030.<\/p>\n

Bonnie Fang Foundation\u2019s Nurses Rock 5K\/10K Walk-Run: Get ready for the 6th annual event \u2014 a kick-off to National Nurses Week, May 6-12 \u2014 and support this scholarship fundraiser for nursing students in California and Nevada, 7 a.m. May 2. Location, Frank G. Bonelli Regional County Park, 120 E. Via Verde Drive, San Dimas. 949-230-1791. Bonnie Fang Foundation: helphopehonor.org\/<\/a>. www.facebook.com\/bffnurses<\/a>. Register here: runsignup.com\/bffnursesrock<\/a><\/p>\n

Los Angeles County Fair: The fair\u2019s theme in 2026 is \u201cPlay Your Way,\u201d opening May 7. Regular hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday-Sunday and Memorial Day (May 25). Admission is available online now for a discount. Concerts are a separate cost. Carnival information, tickets and wristbands (click on Los Angeles County Fair option): https:\/\/rcsfun.com\/Ride<\/a>.\u00a0 Admission and parking are cashless at the gate. Details on hours, admission and parking: lacountyfair.com\/general-information\/<\/a>. Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona. Updates: facebook.com\/lacountyfair<\/a>. lacountyfair.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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ONGOING<\/p>\n

African American Firefighter Museum \u2013 Donation Drive: The museum (1401 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles) has been closed due to a recent arson fire. Donations are being accepted to help renovation of the museum that opened on Dec. 13, 1997 (aaffmuseum.org\/about\/about\/<\/a>). Donations may be made through PayPal: tinyurl.com\/2u8wwdrh<\/a>. Digital content: aaffmuseum.org\/our-stories<\/a>. 213-744-1730. Email: aaffmuseumla@gmail.com. Up-to-date news on Facebook: www.facebook.com\/AAFFMUSEUM<\/a><\/p>\n

Autry Museum of the American West: Ongoing special exhibit: \u201cCreative Continuities: Family, Pride, and Community in Native Art,\u201d through June 2027 (theautry.org\/creative-continuities<\/a>). Ongoing exhibits: theautry.org\/exhibitions<\/a>. Museum hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Admission $20; $15 ages 62 and older, and ages 13-18 and also students older than 18 with ID; $9 ages 3-12 (theautry.org\/visit<\/a>). Location, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles. theautry.org<\/a><\/p>\n

California African American Museum: New special exhibit: \u201cFree and Queer \u2013 Black Californian Roots of Gay Liberation,\u201d through Feb. 28, 2027 (details about the special exhibit: tinyurl.com\/wzthz2e7<\/a>). Ongoing special exhibit:\u00a0 \u201cA New Song \u2013 Langston Hughes in the West,\u201d to Sept. 13 (caamuseum.org\/exhibitions\/2026\/a-new-song-langston-hughes-in-the-west<\/a>). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday (caamuseum.org\/visit\/hours-directions<\/a>). Free admission. Parking $20 before 5 p.m., $24 after 5 p.m. (parking lot entrance at West 39th and South Figueroa streets. Museum location, corner of Exposition Boulevard and South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles (in Exposition Park). 213-744-7432. facebook.com\/CAAMinLA\/<\/a>. caamuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Discovery Cube Los Angeles \u2013 Sylmar: Special ongoing exhibit: \u201cMickey Mouse Clubhouse \u2013 The Exhibit,\u201d(discoverycube.org\/los-angeles\/exhibits\/mickey-mouse-clubhouse\/<\/a>), through May 3. The museum has ongoing exhibits that aim to make science fun for children. Also, the museum has an Eco-Adventure Carousel that includes sculptures of animals native to the surrounding mountains of the museum (additional fee for rides on the carousel). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (except closed on selected dates). Admission $25 ages 15-61; $20 ages 62 and older; $20 ages 3-14 (weekend admission prices; lower admission prices during weekdays; admission vary by date). Parking lot: From Osborne Street, enter through Dronfield Avenue (free parking). Location, 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar. discoverycube.org\/los-angeles\/visit\/<\/a><\/p>\n

The Getty Center: Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and Sunday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday. Free admission but a timed-ticket admission is required (tinyurl.com\/yu6fsv3s<\/a>). Parking $25 (www.getty.edu\/visit\/center\/parking-and-transportation\/<\/a>). Location, 1200 Getty Center Drive (at North Sepulveda Boulevard), Los Angeles. 310-440-7300. www.getty.edu<\/a><\/p>\n

Museum of the San Fernando Valley: Museum hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, and also, 1-5 p.m. Tuesday (always check the website to confirm hours and days open). Free admission; donations appreciated. Rancho Cordillera del Norte, 18904 Nordhoff St. (southwest corner of Nordhoff and Wilbur Avenue), Northridge. 818-347-9665. Email: themuseumsfv@gmail.com. themuseumsfvnow.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Petersen Automotive Museum: Ongoing special museum exhibits include \u201cA Fast and Furious Legacy \u2013 25 Years of Automotive Icons,\u201d petersen.org\/exhibits<\/a>. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Admission $22; $20 ages 62 and older; $13 ages 12-17; $12 ages 4-11 (a valid ID is required for ages 12 and older; also, vault access tickets are, respectively by age groups, $51; $45; $42; $25; petersen.org\/tickets<\/a>). Location, 6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. 323-930-2277. petersen.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Valley Relics Museum: Take a trip down San Fernando Valley memory lane, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (check the website for hours; subject to change). Admission $15; free for ages 10 and younger. The museum is located at 7900 Balboa Blvd., Hangar C3 and C4, entrance is on Stagg Street, Van Nuys. 818-616-4083. facebook.com\/valleyrelics<\/a>. valleyrelicsmuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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