Want to see the Nutcracker in Oakland? Here are some lovely holiday performances to choose from including larger- and small-scale theaters.
Berkeley
Favorite places in Berkeley with kids
Upcoming events for Berkeley kids
11/14/18 at 9:30 am - 10:15 am | Pre-Ballet for Toddlers at Berkeley Ballet Theater
11/14/18 at 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Hands-On! STEAM Kids Lab Open Studio Drop-In at Hands-On!
11/14/18 at 10:00 am - 10:50 am | Toddler Yoga at Yama Kids Yoga
11/14/18 at 11:00 am - 11:50 am | Preschool Yoga at Yama Kids Yoga
11/14/18 at 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Free Playdate for Children with Special Needs at Habitot Children's Museum
11/14/18 at 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm | Prenatal Yoga at Yama Kids Yoga
Community Music Day at Crowden School in North Berkeley
Community Music Day at the Crowden School offers free hands-on music experiences for children. This Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm.
Sponsor Spotlight: Black Pine Circle School
Black Pine Circle is a private school in Berkeley with healthy student/teacher ratio and a dedication to inquiry for students K-8.
Holiday Tea at the Claremont Hotel
This elegant holiday tea at the historic Claremont is perfect for family time that doesn’t center around Santa or gifts. My son and I were delighted.
{510} Halloween Guide for East Bay Kids
Fun and scary (mostly not-so-scary!) Halloween events and activities for kids in Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding areas.
Baby consignment stores in the East Bay
I love that the East Bay has so many places to get quality used kids’ clothes. Consignment sales are ideal for snow pants, dress clothes, and costumes!
Save the Date: Annual Storytelling Festival at Berkwood Hedge
Each year a line-up of impressive storytellers take the stage in front of Bay Area families, who gather with their listening ears on.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
Tilden Park steam trains are a cheap thrill
The Tilden Park steam trains in the Berkeley hills are one of the East Bay’s best kept secrets. Kinda. Wonderful fun for toddlers and grandparents.
Tips for taking kids to Cal football games
Here are some tips to help kids enjoy Cal football games and surrounding festivities, so you can make it through the whole game whine-free
