Flying a kite is outside and social distanced already. So when your stir-crazy kids tell you that they’re bored, you can tell them to go fly a kite!
Toddlers
Favorite places to bring toddlers in the East Bay
Upcoming events for Toddlers and Parents in the East Bay
07/09/20 at 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Open Studio Drop-In at MOCHA - Museum of Children's Art
07/09/20 at 11:15 am - 11:45 am | Baby & Toddler Storytime @Kensington Library at Kensington Library
07/09/20 at 11:30 am - 11:50 am | Baby Bounce at Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library
07/09/20 at 11:30 am - 12:15 pm | Toddler Time at Albany Library
07/09/20 at 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Rockin Kids Sing-Along with Stephanie Pepitone at *Online*
07/10/20 at 9:30 am - 10:30 am | Baby Boot Camp at Lake Temescal, North Entrance
Lawrence Hall of Science Closed Through June 2021
We were saddened and surprised to learn that The Lawrence will remain closed to the public until at least June 2021
Now Open: Roaring Camp Railroad near Santa Cruz
About 90 minutes from Berkeley, Roaring Camp Railroad is a real steam locomotive chugging up and down steep passes through a redwood grove.
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Reopening: The Gardens at Lake Merritt
As we strolled The Gardens at Lake Merritt, near Children’s Fairyland, my husband and I agreed that botanical gardens are usually a big win with the family.
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 all enchanted. We’ll be back.
Super Family-friendly Trails & Beaches at Mori Point, Pacifica
Mori Point, a 32-acre wetland park near Pacifica, has trails that wind along bluffs and beaches, is an easy 30-minute drive from Oakland, and can make for a lovely day trip.
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Soaking up the Summer Solstice in the East Bay
This year the summer solstice takes place on Saturday, June 20 at 2:43 pm in Oakland. Soak it in.
Photo Scavenger Hunt for Families: Take a Shape Walk
My son and I like to walk around the neighborhood. We decided to make our walks more interesting by turning our walks into scavenger hunts by looking for a specific shape each time. Our favorite shape to look for is a circle.
Joaquin Miller Park Has Some of the Best Views (& Lizards) in East Bay
Joaquin Miller Park has stellar views, tons of lizards and plenty of trails to explore with kids.
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East Bay Father’s Day Guide (2020)
Father’s Day is June 21; here are some local ideas for treating, entertaining, and otherwise celebrating Dad.
