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A Call to the Brethren of the Coast: The Hunt for the Lost Ship Discovery
From the heart of Children's Day USA, we issue a call across the waves—not for plunder, but for a piece of living history. We seek a lost ship, a ghost on the tides of time, and the legacy of a master builder whose hands are now still. We are searching for the tall ship Discovery. She is a magnificent 40-ton Revolutionary War era replica, built by the hands of one man: Jim Oberst, a master wooden boatwright of Long Beach. He was a true romantic, an artist who spoke the langua
5 days ago2 min read
The Living Poetry In California Amusment Parks - Knotts & Castle Park
The Voyage of the Walter K: A Living Poem for the Children of California There is a story hidden in the waters of Southern California. It is a story of amusement parks, of steel and wood, of a brutal family fracture, and of a love that refused to sink. Decades ago, a master wooden boat builder named Jim Oberst, working out of Hills Marine, laid the keel and shaped the hull of a magnificent steamboat. It was named the Walter K., crafted in honor of Walter Knott, the founding v
5 days ago2 min read
LBC Pirate Invasion & Children's Day USA on the Juneteenth Pirate History of equality and fighting slavery
As we celebrate Juneteenth—a day dedicated to freedom, resilience, and the end of slavery in the United States—it is the perfect time to explore unexpected chapters of history where the pursuit of liberty took root. While the Golden Age of Piracy is often romanticized in tales of buried treasure and swashbuckling adventures, there is a profound and educational truth hidden beneath the legends: pirate ships were among the world's first truly egalitarian societies. During an er
Jun 123 min read
George Washington's Secret Navy: How Pirates Won the Revolution - Children's Day USA & Long Beach California- LBC Pirate Invasion July 11 & 12 at Shoreline Park
Title: George Washington's Secret Navy: How 'Legal Pirates' Won the American Revolution When we think of the American Revolutionary War, we picture classic battlefield scenes like George Washington crossing the icy Delaware River or continental soldiers lining up in blue coats. However, one of the most critical factors in securing America's independence didn't happen on land at all—it was fought on the high seas by a brave, independent fleet of private sailors who were, for a
May 292 min read
Supporting Education: Scholarships and Programs by Children's Day USA
Posted on September 18th, 2023 Over the years, we've witnessed this vision blossom and take root not only in Long Beach but also in places like New Zealand, Carson, San Diego, and numerous other cities across the nation…
May 185 min read
The Impact of Children's Day USA on Local Communities
Posted on September 18th, 2023 Children's Day USA, a dedicated non-profit organization headquartered in the heart of Los Angeles County, has undeniably left an indelible mark on local communities across the United State…
May 187 min read
The Role of Community Events in Child Development & Outreach: Why They Matter
The first thing you notice at a Children's Day USA festival isn't just the music, or the smell of kettle corn in the air. It's children with faces painted and p
May 1411 min read
The Importance of Youth Mentorship Programs: Building Bright Futures in Los Angeles
Across a buzzing Lincoln Park, the early sun sweeps gold over festival tents as families arrive. On the edges of Mentorship Row, a shy fourth grader fingers the
May 1412 min read
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