Julie Herson
U-Pick Strawberries at George’s Berry Farm in Brentwood
As of 2022, George’s Berry Farm is not open. The article that follows is from 2021. U-Pick fruit season is warming up in Brentwood! If ...
15 Places in the Bay Area Where Kids Can See Animals
Rounding up 6 favorite places to get up close to animals for free and 8 with paid admission. Small animal encounters: see a goat, lizard, ...
Unusual TEPCO Beach in Richmond is Full of Riches
TEPCO Beach in Richmond is strewn with broken ceramics and stunning views of the Bay and Golden Gate Bridge. Best for ages 5+
Park Profile: Colorful Krusi Park in Alameda
Krusi Park in Alameda is a super fun playground to bring both toddlers and school aged kids alike. My four kids asked to go two ...
10 Mostly Free & Cheap Outings for Mixed Ages in the East Bay
With kids age two to nine, it is hard to find something for everyone. Here are ten terrific East Bay places that we all love.
A Park With A View: Glendale La Loma Park in the Berkeley Hills
Glendale La Loma Park is a 3-level terraced park tucked in the Berkeley Hills with a parking lot, fenced tot lot, big kid playground, and, ...
Berkeley Park Profile: Dream Land at Aquatic Park
Dream Land in the Aquatic Park area of Berkeley is a whimsical and adventurous playground that will inspire and excite your little ones' senses.
Sweet Hike: Fairy Houses Galore in Point Richmond
I explored the magical fairy houses that make up Little Point Richmond of Washington Avenue with my children, age 2 to 8, and we were ...
How I Set Up a Quarantine Book and Toy Swap
My four kids are burning through every book, toy, puzzle and snack in the house. Here's what I did to refresh our toys and games ...
Keeping Siblings of Different Ages Engaged During the Coronavirus School Shut-down
I have 4 kids between 2 and 9. Everyone needs attention, love, and intellectual stimulation. Here are some things that have worked & some that ...
