Fun With Kids in the Oakland and Berkeley
My trusted pal, Angie, and her boys are avid train enthusiasts. When they returned from a recent fabulous train ride on the Niles Canyon Railroad, I got the lowdown all things awesome about this day trip to Fremont. This trip is great for kids of all ages: infants, toddlers, and school age kids, as well […]
A 35-minute drive from our house in Berkeley, Pixieland Amusement Park was a super fun day for all three of my kids (age 2, 6, and 8) in a contained area small enough that it wasn’t a problem to parent alone. Think of it as a more modern (some say better, others say charmless), smaller […]
Vivian took a recent family outing to pick at Swanton Berry Farm — open yearround — and offered to share the highlights with us. The kids had fun picking fresh organic strawberries. The strawberries were some of the sweetest and juiciest I’ve ever had. The view from the farm is magnificent, with the Pacific Ocean […]
Take a lazy hike in the woods and reward yourself for the (mild) exertion with a huge plate of pancakes. You’ve just discovered the secret recipe for the Marin’s West Point Inn.
Who & What Tim Oliver Swimming in the Oakland Hills offers drop-in swim lessons for children 3 months to 3 years in a lovely but crowded outdoor pool. During inclement weather, the pool is enclosed with a weatherproof dome to allow the lessons to continue. Class format Show up with your baby or young toddler […]
Habitot in downtown Berkeley has announced a new fall class schedule. Beginning the week of September 30, parents and caregivers may drop-in to any of the weekday morning family classes at 11 am. The fee is $8 per child per class – no charge for adults and you may pay entrance fees at the door […]
It’s literally one of the Bay Area’s best kept secrets: an incredible freebie that is still under the radar to many, but one that will completely change your cultural life. The program is called Discover & Go, and it gets you and your kids in free to some of our most popular museums and attractions […]
A new space in Oakland will be host to East Bay Music Together classes for babies, toddlers, and their accompanying adults. Wednesday, September 4, you and your child can try a free demo class at Stellar Oakland. Music Together is a 510 Family fave; our kids have truly enjoyed it. If you’re not ready to […]
Looking for a fun day trip or mini vacation for your long weekend? These fellow Bay Area bloggers have a few inspiring ideas and photographs to help you plan. Just for a few hours with big kids: Alcatraz Picnic Blog’s Lisa had fun with her school-aged daughter at Alcatraz; the girls had no patience for the […]
My husband and I took an anniversary trip to Healdsburg for wine-tasting with our two daughters, and Heather asked me to share some highlights. My biggest piece of advice is to plot out your routes and think ahead (snacks, treats, toys, lunch)! Here are a few places that made it fun for all of us: Preston […]
If you’re a parent in Berkeley, Oakland, or some other part of the East Bay, odds are pretty good that you’ve been to at least five of the following restaurants with your kids. Over and over! And over! 510Families.com has profiled many of these spots within our archives, but consider this your community-generated cheat sheet […]
Here are ten local opportunities besides Craig’s List to become part of the used kids clothes and gear ecosystem.
The first 5 free outdoor circus shows support a popular West Oakland after school program via the Prescott Circus, starring Oakland youth ages 7-16. July 17 & 18 (today and tomorrow!) 2 shows each day: 11am and 1:30pm at Oakland Tech High School Auditorium 4351 Broadway, Oakland CA Saturday, July 20 at 2pm at DeFremery Park has […]
Habitot Children’s Museum in downtown Berkeley is offering a discounted admission card that is valid until September 30. Visit as many times as you like between now and that date for $66. The pass covers three guests. Admission to Habitot — which is open starting at 9:30 am and closes at 12:30 on weekdays, 4:30 […]
Berkeley’s Totland is a small park, perfect for those who are more focused on play than relaxation. Located a tad northwest of University and MLK, the name is quite fitting as Totland’s sweet spot is a pretty narrow age range — about 10 months to age 4. In fact, the park is so heavily frequented […]
The kid-targeted hip-hop band Alphabet Rockers has put together an event to entertain kids and their families this Father’s Day. The Family Block Party is a dance party for families that will take place Sunday, June 16th at the New Parish nightclub in Oakland (during the day). Best for kids 2-7, activities will include face […]
The South Library and Tool Lending Library have recently reopened one block north of Ashby BART. There is no designated parking lot, but ample street parking is available. Need to fill the rest of your visit to S. Berkeley? See our Parent’s Guide to the Lorin District. What to expect This small building really packs […]
