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Instead of showing the latest releases, Academy Cinemas waits until movies are out on video to show them at their theaters. This allows them to keep the ticket prices cheap at $3.00 each at their small theater.
22.5 Miles
90%
39 votes
320 S Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91776
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Originally constructed in 1927, the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse hosts an array of artistic and cultural events, ranging from live musical and dramatic performances to screenings of silent and classic films.
22.5 Miles
42%
53 votes
2751 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley, CA 93063
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A movie theater with 16 auditoriums and IMAX, Regal Simi Valley Civic Center Stadium 16 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a concession area.
22.5 Miles
Simms Park hosts a variety of fitness classes such as a boot camp program, Zumba, and a cardio/aerobics class. The park also contains a baseball field and several basketball courts, both lighted, as well as two picnic areas.
22.6 Miles
85%
67 votes
537 W. Mission Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91775
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Father Junipero Serra founded the Mission San Gabriel Archangel church in 1771 to share his faith with the new world settlers. Still an active mission today, it celebrates the Catholic faith and the surrounding San Gabriel Mission Catholic Community.
22.6 Miles
A popular venue for special occasions such as weddings and anniversary celebrations, Grapevine Arbor features a floral garden and several meeting rooms for public use. Kitchen space and dining facilities are also available.
22.6 Miles
Maintained and operated by the San Gabriel Fine Arts Association, the Glass Room Gallery is a gallery of original works of art that is open to the public between Tuesday and Saturday of each week.
22.6 Miles
Opened to the public in 1931, the Warner Grand Theatre is a venue that hosts performances such as concerts, operas, films, plays, and many others. The theatre seats 1500 and is designed in Art Deco style.
22.7 Miles
Providing a Spanish look and feel, Plaza Park is both quiet and serene. Other features of the park include the historic mission, a fountain and benches for sitting and relaxing.
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Battleship USS Iowa
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250 S Harbor Blvd, San Pedro, CA 90731
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Known as the Battleship of Presidents, the Battleship USS Iowa hosted three different US Presidents during its time as an active ship. The ship is now open for tours, and features a museum.