# Children's Storytime on Thursdays at the LA County Arboretum

> Event for families in the Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 12 (+2 more dates) · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- Where: Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007
- Ages: Infants to age 5 with an adult
- Price: Included in paid admission (children 3–12 $8, 2 and under free); members free
- Organizer: Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
- Official page: https://arboretum.org/events/saturday-children-storytime/2026-11-05
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A half-hour garden storytime for infants through 5-year-olds; an adult must stay with the child. No registration needed.

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