Bay Area beaches are perfect for a mini getaway or daytrip. Here are some of our favorites with links to full descriptions.
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Where to go on Fourth of July in the East Bay
Parades, pancakes, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all. Sponsored by Sarah’s Science.
Discover & Go for free museum passes
Powered by our local libraries, Discover & Go gets you and your kids in free to some of our most popular museums and attractions for zero dollars. FREE!
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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.
Where do you swim in the East Bay?
So many great places to swim in the East Bay: seasonal pools, indoor water parks, beaches, lagoons, spraygrounds, you name it!
99 Days of Summer for Bay Area Kids
Summer Bay Area planner: Ice cream, camp-outs, art, s’mores, swimming, outdoor movies, hiking, animal encounters, a little bit of everything!
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Swim lessons for East Bay kids
Let’s talk swimming lessons. Here are 17 East Bay swimming pools that will help teach your child how to swim, arranged roughly from South to North.
East Bay restaurants with play areas for kids
When restaurants have play areas, or even a small basket of chalk and a chalkboard, it can make a parent’s life easier. We are grateful for these East Bay restaurants who welcome our kids with open arms, and a handful of toys.
Bay Area staycation guide: 12 things to do during spring break
How many of these day trips and adventures for grade school-age children can you squeeze into one week of your Bay Area staycation?
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Take the Richmond Plunge
Surrounded by high ceilings and lovely murals, the Richmond Plunge indoor swimming pool is epic. Chilly water but nice, clean locker rooms.
