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.
Kids
Taking the San Francisco Bay Ferry with Kids
Riding the San Francisco Bay Ferry from Jack London Square is a fun activity to do with kids — even if your destination is just a roundtrip!
Where to Get Photos with Santa in the East Bay
Where to get your Santa photos in the East Bay, Oakland, Alameda, or Berkeley and our nearby vicinity all month long.
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Lake Chabot Regional Park: Trails, Boats, and BBQs
Lake Chabot park has hiking trails, boating, picnicking, hiking, and biking. An on-site cafe sells fishing bait and licenses, food, and drinks.
9 Places to Stop on a Road Trip Down I-5 in California
Driving I-5 down the center of California is a fairly joyless journey. I offer some tips, restaurants & diversions for enduring a day in the car with kids.
Global Cuisine Restaurants for the Whole Family
Thank goodness for these family-friendly restaurants who have helped our kids learn to love new flavors by making it accessible and delicious.
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Christmas Tree Lightings in the East Bay & San Francisco
This list of 2019 Christmas tree lightings provides options in the East Bay and beyond.
Where to Take Kids Ice Skating in the Bay Area
During the winter season temporary ice skating rinks are set up throughout the Bay Area, making ice skating more accessible than ever.
Walnut Creek Ice Skating Rink
Walnut Creek Ice skating rink is open seasonally starting November 8 through January 20. Kids under 3 are FREE.
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Park Profile: Cerrito Vista Park
El Cerrito’s Cerrito Vista Park is great for adventurous kids. Paved tracks around the large grassy field is excellent for scooters and bicycles.
