Fun things to do in Southern California this week.

It's raining this weekend, but don't let that stop you from enjoy fun things to do with your loved ones. Get out and find a museum, an amusement park or local library and build memories. To help you I have listed below fun events around Southern California. Drive safely and don't forget to bring an umbrella.

The Third Annual Dr. Seuss Read-A-Thon

Mark Taper Auditorium, Central Library, 630 W. Fifth St., L.A.; 213-228-7250.

This Read Across America event will be a Seuss-apoolza as librarians, special guests and others read their favorite Seuss stories and poems - all to celebrate the birthday of Theodor Seuss Geisel. Ages 3 and older.

Family Program Zimmer Children's Museum, 6505 Wilshire Blvd., #100, L.A.; Zimmer Museum This month's programs include a Dr. Seuss celebration on March 2. $8 adults, $5 children 1-17.

Museum of Contemporary Art,  250 S. Grand Ave., L.A.; MOCA.org. Families can get creative with an artful afternoon on the MOCA Sculpture Plaza that offers hands-on projects, entertainment, food and a Toddler town Free.

Target Free First Sunday at Bowers Museum. Address 2002 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706

Discovery Science Center 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, Ca 92705 is hosting Animal Grossology. The kids will love this fun science exhibit that will keep them laughing throughout the day. Take your family and have fun learning.

Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620 has many fun things to offer for the entire family. While you are there enjoy the fried chicken that is very famous. They offer annual passes for Snoopy fans the lovable dog. If you have school aged kids then you will want to find out about their field trip programs.

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