Heather Flett
Berkeley Mother of 3. Blogger of many.
The Black Joy Parade Returns to Oakland on Feb 22
The Black Joy Parade in Oakland, the largest free, family-friendly event of its kind in California, celebrates the Black experience and the culture.
Free and Cheap Activities Scheduled This Month
Free and Cheap activities for your family this month. Some of the best things in life are FREE, right? Now go do them with your ...
Academic Summer Camps for East Bay Kids
Want to make learning fun this summer? These educational summer camps include cool offerings in the East Bay from math to writing.
Youth Soccer in the East Bay: A Parent’s Guide
Where, how, and when to sign kids up for soccer programs that match their developmental level.
Memorial Day Weekend: Ardenwood Rail Fair
Get your train fix at Rail Fair! Enjoy train rides, operating model trains, historic railroad equipment displays, and live music.
Free & Cheap Activities in Tilden Regional Park
Tilden Park has fantastic free and low-cost activities for families. Which one of our favorites do you love?
CIT Programs: Berkeley & Oakland Summer Campers
For kids who are outgrowing day camp, here are some next steps to explore youth leadership and fun together.
Ride with Your Kids! May is Bike Month
We love to get more kids riding bikes for fun and transit. Put on your helmet and let's roll.
Weekend Road Trip: Jubilee Railroad Resort & Lake Shasta Caverns
Our family drove North and slept in a real train caboose. By day, we explored a science museum, playground, and the caverns at Lake Shasta!
60+ East Bay Summer Camps That Are Running In August (2026)
East Bay summer camps that run through August to fill those childcare needs.
