Julia Gidwani
Big Fun at the Port of Oakland’s Middle Harbor Shoreline Park
Preschoolers will love Middle Harbor Shoreline Park at the Port of Oakland with the best views of the Bay! Container ships lots of giant stuff ...
Lake Merritt Playground Profile: Snow Park
Across the lake from Fairyland, the newly renovated Snow Park is a beautiful, urban playground you must visit.
The Temescal Farmer’s Market, Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt & Frog Park
This Oakland playground is filled on Sundays with folks who have walked over from the Farmer's Market. Try it any day of the week!
Frolic In An Unexpected Urban Gem: The Morcom Rose Garden
Roses bloom from April to October at the Morcom Rose Garden, but you can see turkeys anytime in this family friendly urban gem.
Best Places to Take Kids in Oakland’s Grand Lake Neighborhood
Nestled in the Northeast corner of Oakland’s Lake Merritt is the quaint, and easygoing Grand Lake neighborhood with so many places to push a stroller.
Head Over Heels Youth Gymnastics: Get Your Wiggles Out
At Head Over Heels gymnastics in Emeryville, "Open Gym" means you can use the facility without being enrolled in a class.
Oakland Scavenger Hunt: These Adorable Gnomes Will Delight Your Kids
Hundreds of gnomes fill the sidewalks of Oakland, and will delight you every time. Here's where, and how to find them.
Visit Umbrella Alley and Add a Touch of Kid-friendly Whimsy to an SF Adventure
Give your kids a camera and get up close with one of San Francisco’s latest Instagram-worthy art experience destinations.
Park Profile: May Nissen Community Park in Livermore
Go wild at Livermore’s woodland-themed playground with charming giant flowers and interactive play features.
Play in a Secret Corner of SF: The Redwood Grove Playground in McLaren Park
The Redwood Grove Playground is beautiful, discreet, and features a 20-foot slide in San Francisco's McLaren Park.
