Discover Marina Del Rey -Day Festival

On Sunday, October 9, 2011, the County of Los Angeles Department of Beaches and Harbors invites you to Discover Marina del Rey, a fun-filled family and community event that will feature exhibitor booths, water events, live music and marionette shows. Plus, inflatables, rides, games, arts and crafts, and much much more!


When
Sunday, October 9, 2011, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.



Where
Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way
Marina del Rey, CA 90292



Cost
Visitors can purchase a wristband for $5 to access all inflatables,
games, snack carts and a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch.

Access to other activities, such as music performances, information
booths, is FREE.



Parking
Parking is available for $8 in County Lots #77 and #4, located at

13560 and 13500 Mindanao Way respectively.






Activities


For your listening pleasure, a sensational performance will be given by the Venice High School choral group, the "Allegros," under the direction of Wendy Kornbeck.



Other activities include Children's Storytime, presented by the Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library's Community Library Manager, Winona Philabaum, before each Bob Baker Marionettes performance.



Enjoy a unique arts and crafts workshop offered by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation.


The W.A.T.E.R. Youth Program will also offer leisure kayaking in the main channel for visitors ages 6 and up. An adult must accompany children under the age of 10 and good swimming skills are strongly recommended.



And don't miss the simulated search and rescue demonstration with a helicopter and boat in the main channel by the U.S. Coast Guard.


Youth Fishing workshops will be offered off the fishing pier for visitors ages 7 to 15.



Food & Refreshments
Food and beverages are available for purchase throughout the day at the Park's new restaurant, the Hornblower Cafe.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.