Maker Faire this year seems to have even more hands on activities this year. Even though the general themes are the same every year, the whole fair is about creativity, which means every year brings something completely new that you’ve never seen.
Hurricane Harbor Concord: a mega waterpark
Hurricane Harbor Concord, formerly WaterWorld, is a giant water park for thrill-seekers. 48″ is the magic height for bigger slides. Lazy river. Children’s sprayground for small people.
Cheap summer movies in Alameda
For $10 per person, you can go to every movie in the Kids Movie Series this summer hosted by The Alameda Theatre & Cineplex on Central Ave in Alameda.
Cheap summer movies in Richmond and Hayward
The Century 16 at Hilltop Mall in Richmond, Hayward Century, and the Century 14 in Walnut Creek will show these $1 movies for the summer.
What to expect at the Lake Merritt Boating Center
I lived next to Lake Merritt for two years and have lived in the East Bay for 16 since then, but this weekend was my first time taking in Oakland from the vantage point of being on the lake. We rented two canoes for my family of four and paddled against the wind for a {more}
Spotlight on EBI’s inquiry-driven, play-based preschool program
For East Bay Families looking for a school that will nurture their child’s natural curiosity, EBI offers an inspiring play-based pre-kinder program to explore, create and learn.
Oakland Mural Festival now through May 19th
The Jack London District of Oakland will be hosting this year’s Bay Area Mural Festival all week with a big celebration culminating in Jack London Square on May 19th.
Bay Area Maker Faire May 18-20 in San Mateo
If you are a crafter, builder, or tinkerer, this event is for you and your curious kids. The Bay Area Maker Faire is unforgettable fun.
Cool Bay Area sleepovers you can do with your child
Lucky kids can try any of these amazing Bay Area sleepovers with you, the super cool parent: museums, zoos, amusement parks, and aircraft carrier!
Summer camps for preschoolers & rising K
This roundup of summer camps for two- to five-year olds on break from preschool or about to enter kindergarten might solve your summer woes.
Ticket Alert: Book now for A Day Out with Thomas 2018
Thomas the Tank Engine is coming near the Bay Area July 29-31 and August 5 to Felton’s Roaring Camp Railroads. Book tickets early.
In celebration of Earth Day: redwoods — and reading! (WIN)
Win prizes and learn about nature as part of the Reading the Redwoods contest.
Cal Day fun for your little bear
Cal Day is a terrific opportunity to for the East Bay families to get a taste of the world class university in our backyard with FREE classes & games on campus.
Save the date: Turn the Page! at Children’s Fairyland
The Fairyland children’s book festival, Saturday, May 19, from 10 to 4, will bring together more than 25 Bay Area children’s authors and illustrators who will do read-alouds and demonstrations and talk about their craft with kids and parents.
Kids skate free at Paradise Skate in Antioch
The Kids Skate Free program is nationwide, and our nearby independent roller skating rink in Antioch participates.