One Could Always Use More Giggles...and Hugs

Maybe you missed Giggles & Hugs family restaurant when it was on Wilshire in that weird building.

Not to worry. 

They've moved from the old place in Brentwood to a shiny happy new place in Century City and brought in some special talent for you and the kinder.

We found their promo video online to give you an idea of what to expect (there's plenty more on their YouTube channel.)

And starting Friday, there's

Where/When: Giggles N' Hugs, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 5:30pm–7:00pm, Weekly on Fridays

Why Go: He is the newest addition to their weekly lineup so he will be trying his best to entertain you.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: , 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049; 10:00am–5:00pm Weekly on Saturdays and Sundays

Why Go: Instead of playing house or doctor, try looking for dinosaurs and play archeologist with your kids!

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Giggles N' Hugs, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 2:30pm, Weekly on Sundays

Why Go: This is a great Sunday activity to spend with your family. Start practicing that high note!

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Donald Bruce Kaufman - Brentwood Branch Library, 

Why Go: Learn how to remove stamps from the envelope and preserve them to start your own collection. With most people freely emailing, getting stamps locally or internationally will be more appreciated.

Pricing: Free

Where/When: Giggles N' Hugs, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067; 5:30pm–7:00pm, Weekly on Wednesdays

Why Go: This interactive musical show will surely keep your younglings dancing on their seats.

Pricing: Free

--

We're glad you clicked on our weekend planner. We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children.

You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within a reasonable driving distance.

Look for the kids’ planner each week, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box.