Summer in the City

Now that schools have officially closed their doors until September we at LA SCORES thought it would be a good idea to create a list of free or cheap things to do this summer. Here is how to enjoy LA in the next few months while on a budget.

1. LA SCORES SUMMER CAMPS!- Its free, its fun, its friends...what more could you possibly ask for.

2. Green in the City- Los Angeles Parks are a beautiful way to enjoy the summer. At Echo Park you can rent paddle boats for $10.00 for 1 hour or $7.00 for 1/2 an hour. MacArthur Park (shown in the picture above) has a small amphitheater that is home to some summer concerts and shows, while you can also relax by the lake or play soccer. (MacArthur Park is also easily accessed via the Metro Red Line). Griffith Park is the country's largest city park with a sprawling 4,107 acres (Central Park in New York by comparison is 843 acres) and offers many free activities while also providing great hiking and picnic areas.

3. The Pyramid of Books- LA Central Library is a monument in itself. A beautiful architectural feet designed in the theme of ancient Egypt during the 1920's. Its collection of books will have you busy, simply browsing, for hours and its summer programs for kids will help narrow down your selection. Having a library card is a great thing and this would be a great place to either get one or use one.

4. Where it all began- Olvera Street is located in the heart of downtown right next to Union Station. As the puebla that birthed a city, Olvera Street is a cultural and historical center. Along the alley, you will find great food and fun shopping. Olvera St. is easily accessible using any Metro line that stops at Union Station.

5. Downtown Concerts- The California Plaza is an area in downtown LA that holds free concerts throughout the summer months. The artists who come through are just as diverse as the people who inhabit the city. Its a fun event that the whole family can attend and is in a beautiful part of downtown, close to the Disney Concert Hall and Museum of Contemporary Art.