shop (8-16) where kids perform songs, choreog- raphy, acting, stage blocking and gain performance experience. (562) 570-3111. Homeland Cultural Center offers a writing and theater workshop for youth and teens (8-18), Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m. Free, no registration required. (562) 570-1655.
www.longbeach.gov
Some city recreation departments offer theater arts programs. See “Recreation Departments” for con- tact information.
• The Liberty Theater Children’s Repertory Company (714) 827-9141
www.seclo.org Training kids between 7-17 years of age. Produc- tions throughout the year, as well as a theatrical summer camp with a final production. For 16 years, the Children’s Repertory has opened up a world of entertainment to young people, developing them into stage, screen, TV professionals, and leaders in the corporate and scholastic worlds. Liberty The- ater, Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos. See ad on page 63.
Youth Theater Production Programs Arts and Learning Conservatory - Kids (5-16) learn voice, acting, production and multimedia. (714)728-7100.
www.artsandlearning.com
Broadway on Tour Children’s Theatre - Open audi- tions for all productions. 625 French St., Santa Ana. (714) 542-6939.
www.broadwayontour.org
Buena Park Youth Theatre - Open auditions for all productions. 8150 Knott Ave., Buena Park. (714) 236-3869.
www.buenaparkfinearts.com
• California Arts Center at OCHSA - See complete listing in this section.
Children’s Theatre Workshop - Parties and scout programs are also available. (949) 581-5402.
www.childrenstheatreworkshop.biz
Fullerton Children’s Repertory Theater - Open au- ditions for all productions. 201 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton. (714) 671-1084.
www.fcrtcompany.com
• GO-FAME - See complete listing in this section.
• Liberty Theater and Southeast Civic Light Opera Children’s Repertory - See complete listing in this section.
Laguna Playhouse Youth Theater - Fall/winter classes (6-18), conservatory (10+), and acting and musical theater. 606 Laguna Canyon Road. (949) 497-2787, Ext. 202.
www.lagunaplayhouse.com
Theatre Experience of Southern California - Ongo- ing registration for 14-week workshops (5+) cul- minating in stage productions. (800) 514-2787.
www.tesocal.org
Muckenthaler Cultural Center - A variety of kids’ (7+) theater arts workshops are offered year-
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round. 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton. (714) 738-6595.
www.TheMuck.org
Musical Theatre Academy of Orange County - 3935 Birch St., Newport Beach. (949) 955-3737. www.
mtaoc.org
MYART (Musical Youth Artists Repertory Theatre) - Long Beach. (800) 400-2985.
www.myart.org
Orange County Children’s Theatre - 7855 Katella Ave., Stanton. (714) 502-2244.
www.occt.org
toys
Educational toys available through specialty stores, events and toy lending center.
• Belmont Kidz Children’s Consignment Boutique 2734 E. Broadway, Long Beach (562) 433-9151
www.belmontkidz.com As the premier source for upscale, gently-used chil- dren’s items, Belmont Kidz Boutique offers new and resale toys, clothing, shoes, books and baby equip- ment for infants, toddlers, girls and boys. And, because they’re “recycling” gently-used products, they’re also helping the environment. For a consignment appoint- ment, please call ahead. See “Clothing” for details. Now under new management! See ad on page 21.
• Children’s Home Society’s Educational Resource Lending Library Long Beach Anaheim
(562) 256-7490 (714) 817-8673
Educational Resource Lending Library at Children’s Home Society of California offers a toy loan for all ages, where toys are loaned for up to four weeks. 330 Golden Shore, Ste. 20, Long Beach; and 505 N. Euclid St., Ste. 100, Anaheim. See ad on page 19.
• Inch by Inch
3585-A Los Coyotes Diagonal, Long Beach (562) 425-KIDS, (562) 425-5437 A resale boutique that offers gently used, new and custom items, including indoor / outdoor toys, books, puzzles and much more. Call for details on selling your items for cash. Go green and save green! Mom owned. Email:
inchbyinchkidsresale@yahoo.com. Also see “Clothing.” See ad on page 20.
• Pixie Toys 3930 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach 90807 (562) 490-0702 Pixie Toys carries a wide selection of unique and af- fordable toys. Some of the lines they carry include Infantino, Trumpette Socks, Baby Dolls by Corolle, Bruder Trucks, Papo Knights, Alex Art supplies, Plasma Cars and eco-friendly tea sets and trucks. Free gift wrapping and card with purchase. Follow @PixieToys on Twitter to get up-to-the-minute updates on events and new products. Find them on Facebook, Twitter and Yelp. See ad on page 46.
• Urban Kids Consignment (714) 805-8526
www.urbankidsconsignment.com Three-day events held quarterly which feature tons of baby and children’s toys, books and more. They join with local families that would like to sell their children’s high-quality items at unbelievable dis- counts. All of their items are in like-new condition, yet sell for a fraction of their retail value. They pro- vide a highly organized sale and ensure that every item for sale is of high quality. For location, visit www.
urbankidsconsignment.com. Also see “Clothing.”
trains
Train rides, travel and train museums, plus rentals for events.
Amtrak One-Day Train Rides (800) USA-RAIL
www.amtrak.com Day-trips to Los Angeles, San Diego, San Juan Capist- rano and other cities are available from local stations in Anaheim, Fullerton, Irvine and Santa Ana. A shuttle provides round-trip transportation from the San Diego station to Sea World and the San Diego Zoo. Kids (2- 15) ride half-price every day. Infants (under 2) ride free.
• Choo Choo Train Company (877) 424-6624
www.ChooChooTrainCompany.com The Choo Choo Train is a wonderful addition to kids’ parties, festivals, parades, fairs, schools and cor- porate events. Their colorful trackless train can be ridden on any flat surface, such as grass, asphalt, gravel and pavement. The train is gas powered by a locomotive that pulls three padded passenger cars, equipped with seatbelts and realistic train whistle, and can ride 18 kids or 12 adults. Call now to book your party and receive 10% off when you mention “Kidsguide.” See ad on page 44.
• Fillmore & Western Railway Santa Clara and Central Ave., Fillmore (800) 773-8724
www.fwry.com The Fillmore and Western Railway, now in its 15th year of scenic excursions in the Heritage Valley, fea- tures trains you’ve seen in the movies and on televi- sion. Ride onboard 1920’s-30’s era vintage restored coaches or an open air flat car to enjoy views of some of the last thriving citrus and avocado orchards in the state. Regular departures Saturday and Sun- day at 11:30 a.m. from the Fillmore Central Park sta- tion. Specialty trains and excursions are scheduled monthly. A fleet of 1950’s era diesels and a restored 1913 Baldwin Steam Engine pull the train along the historic tracks that were once the mainline between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Saturday nights of- fer the experience of murder mystery dinner onboard the train in its historic dining cars in fine railroad tra-
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