Are you searching for a fun activity to finish off summer with the family? Well, look no further! This weekend, why not visit Griffith Park and discover everything it has to offer!

     While many know that Griffith Park houses the Griffith Observatory and the Los Angeles Zoo, not everyone knows that it offers so much more! If you enjoy breaking a sweat in your free time, you will love the miles of hiking, including the hike to the world-famous Hollywood Sign! On the other hand, if you prefer to just relax on your days off, you will find the park’s museums, statuary, and open picnic areas a welcome, peaceful break from the stresses of everyday life!

     What are you waiting for? Make a plan to visit Griffith Park this upcoming weekend! For more information on the park, call (323) 913-4688 or visit www.laparks.org. Griffith Park is located at 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, just a ten-minute drive from the Riverside Villas in Valley Village, CA. 

     
     Are you searching for a fun, family-friendly summer activity? The city of Pasadena has got you covered! The city is hosting an “Eat, See, Hear” event, which combines a great movie, concert, and local food vendors for one great night!

     The “Eat, See, Hear” event will take place in Old Pasadena, at beautiful Centennial Square Park, amid the beautiful scenery of Pasadena City Hall, on August 5th. The doors open at 5:30 pm and the concert will begin at 7:30 pm. Fantastic up-and-comers Disco Shrine and Paper Pilots will headline the show! The film, the 2004 teen comedy Mean Girls, will begin after the concert at 8:30 pm. Make sure to go hungry as a variety of local food vendors will be on site!

     More information about the “Eat, See, Hear” event can be found on www.visitpasadena.com. Centennial Square Park is located at 100 N Garfield Ave. Pasadena, CA 91101, just a thirty-minute drive from the Riverside Villa Apartments in Valley Village, CA.
 

     Why not take a scenic drive this weekend and enjoy some classic summer fun down at the Santa Monica Pier! From thrill rides, learning experiences, to free nighttime concerts, the pier has something for everyone!
     
     Pacific Park is the place to be for all thrill-seekers! The iconic roller coaster and towering ferris-wheel are just the beginning of this terrific theme park. If you’re looking for a more relaxing way to spend your day at the pier, why not visit the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium or just spend the day on the beach? Finally, cap off your day with one of the pier’s annual Twilight Concert Series’ shows! Totally free! This years line-up includes the Animals, Miami Horror, and others!

     More information about everything on the pier can be found at www.santamonicapier.org. The Santa Monica Pier is located at 200 Santa Monica Pier A, Santa Monica, CA 90401, a thirty-minute drive from the Riverside Villa Apartments in Valley Village, CA. Local tip: take the scenic 405 to avoid city traffic!