Fun With Kids in the Oakland and Berkeley
We thought it would be fun to have one activity for each day of the year between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Whether you like to add them to your calendar or just bookmark this page for inspiration, we hope you’ll find plenty of things to do in the East Bay this summer. Let’s get [...]
Crab Cove in Alameda is a terrific place for children age 3 to 12 who like to get their hands dirty. If your kiddo loves the feel of sand between her fingers, consider their nature-themed birthday parties. As of this writing, the Alameda estuary’s visitor center offers two different themes: Bay Critters and Reptiles. What you [...]
I was a lucky chaperone on a field trip to Alameda’s Crab Cove with a class of curious kindergartners. I learned about marine mammals (native critters), estuaries (fresh water + ocean water), and how often snacks and hugs are required to keep our energy up (lots!). What’s so special about Crab Cove? The Crab Cove [...]
Even kids too young for the engine room tour will have a blast. The flight deck features more aircraft, wide expanses of tarmac that little legs can use to run off energy and gorgeous views of San Francisco and the East Bay hills.
If you’re not gung-ho about the Easter holiday enough to produce your own egg-stravaganza at home, perhaps one of these outings will provide you with some good spring-themed photo opps. We’ve rounded up eight Easter egg hunts in the 510. Saturday, March 23 Spring Egg Scramble in Crab Cove, Alameda Sunday, March 24 Egg Hunt [...]
Parents Night Out is a fantastic excuse for a drop-off kid party in which children eat pizza, have dessert (gasp!), watch movies, and play with other kids of a similar age until way past their bedtimes. The formula varies depending on which organization is playing host. In some cases, your kids will do gymnastics, in [...]
If you’re near Hayward, their shoreline “Interpretive Center” has countless events coming up for kids to do hands-on science. Friday will be Toddler time! Long winter or short? I know which one I’m wishing for. Regardless, there will be Groundhog Day-themed fun at Playland Not-at-the-Beach (Saturday & Sunday!) Preview a Kindermusik class in Montclair for [...]
The 5th Annual Bay Area International Children’s Film Festival is this weekend and those under 3 get in free. Not that its aimed at them, most shows are better for older kids anyway. Have you been before? Do you have tips to share? The format Doors open at 9am both days for snacks and seating. [...]
Chris lives with his wife and two sons (age 2.5 and 5) on the island of Alameda; he thinks Alameda is crazy kid-friendly and we should all be lucky enough to live there. Feel free to ask him anything about his beloved island city in the comments. In the meantime, here is Christopher’s must-list for [...]
The “artsy” in you need not starve: a family-friendly short film night at Sticky Art Lab on Friday. (Even meet the artists!) Take your baby out for a morning on the town: Rosa Parks School hosts a “Baby Bounce.” Book van available to check out books. Food trucks are still congregating on Saturdays in Alameda [...]
Today there are kid-centered New Year’s parties to attend that don’t blur into the next morning. Five choices in the East Bay include: Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland Ring in 2013 with your kids, and the rest of the planet, at this daytime Balloon Drop Celebration. There are three drop times at two [...]
Friday morning hike. (But check the East Bay Moms site for rainy default plan!) If you were too busy to check out the twinkly lights around town, there is still time: head into the hills or drive up to the zoo. Have a quiet meal or catch up on a flick you’ve missed: parents nights [...]
Family visiting? Why there’s no better motivation to get everyone out of the house.
Visit a unique showcase of “creche” displays (nativity scenes) at The Cathedral of Christ the Light, happening all weekend. (Learn how to make your own on Saturday!) Burn off some holiday cookies at a festive 5k/10k run (and a free “kids dash”) that will have your feet jingling. Literally. Don’t forget your Santa hat! If [...]
Whether you stay in the car and do a “drive-by” or get out to stroll, appreciating the hard work of those who put up holiday light displays is a fun winter tradition. Here are our picks for light-peeping this year. Alameda’s Christmas Tree Lane is a must-see for East Bay families. The magic starts Sunday, [...]
Celebrate your local, independent bookstores by discovering a new one, visiting with your well-behaved children and buying a terrific book. Better yet, find out which ones have children’s events and enjoy one of those. We compiled this list of noteworth local bookstores for storytime and literary events for kids. Please share your favorites too! Cara [...]
Did you know that most baby and toddler music/movement classes will offer a free trial? They don’t usually shout it very loud once you and junior are clapping along in circle, but if you call ahead, you can often join a test class or negotiate a free preview. This is your 41st weekly challenge. Here [...]
