Where to Eat, Shop, Play Locally This Weekend

SATURDAY

Curl Up With A Good Book

Go pick up a new book or video at the , 18231 Ventura Boulevard. The library will be open Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed Sunday. 

Get Active

The whole family can find something to do at the located at 17015 Burbank Blvd. The center has baseball diamonds, basketball courts, children’s play areas, football fields, handball courts, soccer fields, tennis courts, volleyball courts and more. It is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cheer On Encino Little League

The local Little League major division All-Star teams will continue sectional play after winning their respective district tournaments this week. Come watch Pasadena play against Encino team at noon at 5120 Hayvenhurst Ave. More info here.

SUNDAY

See History Come to Life

Aat Los Encinos State Historic Park features a working blacksmith shop, 19th-century children's games, traditional music and volunteers in authentic historical costume. The free event is held on the third Sunday every month, which coincidentally falls during the freeway closure this weekend.

In addition to the living history program, the park offers complimentary tours of the newly re-opened De la Osa Adobe, starting at 2 p.m., by reservation. Los Encinos State Historic Park is located at 16756 Moorpark St. It is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Pick Fresh Produce

Sponsored by ONEgeneration, the Encino Farmers Market operates every Sunday providing the community with a place to purchase fresh, locally grown produce and flowers, eggs, honey, chicken and more. The market also features prepared foods including ethnic offerings and snacks, bread, beverages, art and various crafts.

The Encino Farmers Market is located at 17400 Victory Blvd.  It is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Get On The Trails

Backyard Bootcamp owner and instructor Leslie Maltz will be leading a long, 4 to 6 mile hike on Sunday on the Caballero Trail in Tarzana. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Caballero Trailhead Sign, 4001 Reseda Blvd, Tarzana.

Maltz suggests if you have never done a hike like this before, you may want to bring a friend with you. It's not possible for the Backyard Bootcamp leaders to stay with everyone all the time, but you will be guided through some of the best trails in the Reseda Canyon area.

Bring water, a light snack and a great attitude. No dogs and no small children.