For the first time we were invited to Tanaka Farms for the Watermelon Tours.  We have never been and since the kids love watermelon I thought why not try.  I was so surprised by how big it is.  Here are my tips before you go:

We were recently invited to Great Wolf Lodge Southern California to check out the new Deluxe Wolf Den King Suite and to hear all about what is coming up at Great Wolf Lodge.

It's been a long time since we have been to Kidspace Museum in Pasadena and I am so glad we got invited to go!  It has changed a lot!  I totally forgot about the water play there so we will have to go again prepared with water shoes and water clothes.  There was a lot to do and we didn't get to complete the whole thing.  Since we live in Southern California we had to leave by 2pm in order to avoid the traffic driving home.  

Can you believe that Ghost Town at Knott's is coming back this year!  I am so happy!  We loved it last year when they celebrated Ghost Town 75th Anniversary.  It was a hit with our family.  My family and I were recently invited to take part of interactive experience, Ghost Town Alive!  It was fun taking part of the town and being able to explore inside the normally closed doors of Calico.  

Finally my son was at the appropriate age to explore Rubel Castle in Glendora.  You have to be at least 8 years old to be able to attend the tour.  Rubel Castle is located in Glendora.  Cost is $10 per adult and $5 per child.  You have to call and schedule a tour.  You don't need a group as they will fit you in.  Now this isn't your average castle.  You won't hear stories about royalty here.  You will hear stories about friendship, perseverance, and imagination.

The Butterflies Exhibit is located just outside of the Natural History Museum.  The cost is $5 per person for thirty minutes.  You have to select the time you want to go.  They do it in small groups and there is a waiting area for you to wait.  I suggest getting there five minutes prior to your time.

We are always looking for ways to save in the summer months.  Here is my list of FREE Things to do in SoCal.  You can always download the calendar and print for your personal use!

Summer is coming sooner than we thought and I thought it would be best to compare different memberships to see what would be best for your budget and family.  

Boysenberry Festival at Knott's!  Here is a complete list on what they will have.

Let's go to Irvine Park Railroad for their Easter Eggstravaganza!

Every Saturday beginning in January you can go orange picking at La Verne Heritage Park.  The trees are full of oranges and can be picked through March.   

Hike to Bonita Falls in Lytle Creek with the kids.

Oh yes the weather is finally changing in SoCal and we are finally experiencing coldness.  Time to get our scarves out and head out to Knott's Merry Farm for the festivities.  

Here is a map of Southern California tagged with any cool holiday displays of Holiday Lights.  Please let me know if I am missing anything that is not on the list, update on a site that no longer displays, or incorrect information.  With the community help we can enjoy our nearby neighborhood lights and make a trip to those that worth it.  

We were invited this past weekend to the LA Zoo Reindeer Romp where you can see live reindeer!  This is included in the price.  They have about five of them and you will find each of their names at the bottom of the gates.  Their are docents there talking about them.  It was incredible to learn that both male and female reindeer have antlers.