Its that time of the year again for chocolates, flowers and hilariously bad, I mean super cute, Valentine's cards from your kids. I mean who wouldn't love a card full of thumb prints that reads "Thumbody loves you!"
The libraries have organized a number of craft events, and even a an improv Valentines class! Figat7th is organizing a Valentine's craft. We found their craft class very well organized and very generous with materials.
This is also a great excuse to go see Moca's With Pleasure exhibit. They provide a really fun family guide for kids to fill in and color. My kid had a a blast, she sat down quietly, ignored all instructions and drew what she saw around her for a good 30 mins. Win! And now that MOCA is free, it's the perfect time to go.
Finally, Smorgasburg is always fun. Its always a good idea to try and expose your kid to new foods, no matter how frustrating an experience that can be. lol.
If you know of any other fun events for Valentines (or kid's events DTLA in general), let me know - I am always just an email away.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Place: Smorgasburg - Valentines Hecho in LA Market
Hecho in LA Valentines Gift Market! Eat from some of LAs best food vendors while shopping the perfect gift for your lover.
Location: Row DTLA
When: Sunday, February 9th, 10 am to 4 pm
More Information: https://downtownlosangeles.macaronikid.com/events/5e18aac3ef9dfe4ed38bbc53/smorgasburg-la-valentines
Place: MOCA - Museum of Contemporary Art
With Pleasure: Pattern and Decoration in American Art. Very colorful and aesthetically pleasing exhibit for kids.
Location: Grand Av
When: Ongoing. Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 11 am - 6pm, Thursday, 11 am - 8 pm, Sat, Sun:11 am - 5 pm. Tuesday: Closed
More Information: https://www.moca.org/exhibition/with-pleasure
Event: Kids Club Arts & Crafts: Valentines Day Craft
Create colorful, textured, heart-shaped art using metal foil.
Location: Figat7th
Hours: Saturday, February 8th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
More Information: https://www.facebook.com/events/480900569200725/
Los Angeles Public Library - Crafts
Valentine's events at the various libraries around Downtown Los Angeles
Place: DIY Teens: Lip Balm Magic!
Create natural lip balms using kool aid and coconut butter. Class will also discuss how to make a business plan, determine cost/profit, and ideas for starting your own business. All materials provided, supplies are limited.
Location: Central Library, Downtown Los Angeles
Hours: 02/06/2020 4:00 PM
More Information: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/diy-teens-lip-balm-magic
Event: Teen Valentines Day Drama Class
No need to spend money on a Valentine's Day card. Join us to make your own!
Location: Exposition Park - Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional Library
Hours: Tuesday, February 11, 4:40 pm
More information: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/teen-valentine%E2%80%99s-drama-class
Event: Valentine's Day Cards
No need to spend money on a Valentine's Day card. Join us to make your own!
Location: Robert Louis Stevenson Library
Hours: Tuesday, February 11, 4:30-5 pm
More information: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/valentines-day-cards
Event: Valentine's Day Frames
Decorate your own Valentine's Day picture frames with stencils.
Location: Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library
Hours: Wednesday, February 12, 4:00 pm
More information: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/valentines-frames
Event: DIY Teens: Friendship Bracelets and Pins
Make friendship bracelets and pins to keep or share with friends! All materials provided.
Where: Central Library
When: Thursday, February 13th, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
More Information: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/diy-teens-friendship-bracelets-and-pins
Event: Arts and Crafts: Valentine's Day Cards
Need a Valentine's Day card? Children and teens are invited to get creative. Design a Valentine's Day card for your friend or family member. Materials provided.
Location: Chinatown Branch Library
Hours: Friday, February 14 th, 3:00 pm
More information: https://www.lapl.org/whats-on/events/arts-and-crafts-valentines-day-cards
