30 things to do with kids in September

Week of Thursday September 1

9/1 Enjoy the acrobatics & illusionists under the big top at Circus Vargas
9/2 Go fishing while the lakes are still summery
9/3 Rail Fair at Ardenwood runs all weekend
9/4 Take a dip in Contra Loma Lagoon or your favorite East Bay pool

Week beginning Monday September 5

9/5 Labor Day is a great day to get outside with kids
9/6 Apple picking season is short but tasty
9/7 Free day at Bay Area Discovery Museum
9/8 See Ghostbusters at Baby Brigade
9/9 See an outdoor movie like Inside Out or Guardians of the Galaxy
9/10 Bring your scooter to the skate park
9/11 Wander the crowds at Oakland Pride or Solano Stroll

Week beginning Monday September 12

9/12 Talk and nosh at Banana Splits ice cream social, playgroup & childcare chat
9/13 Bring your 1yo or 2yo to our Tot's Day Out (RSVP required)
9/14 La la la at Albany Library's Family Sing-Along
9/15 Creative juices welcome at Open Studio at MOCHA
9/16 Free Friday at Lindsay Wildlife Experience
9/17 Check out the International Dragon Boat Festival at Lake Merritt
9/18 Take a tasty ice cream tour with a lucky kid

Week beginning Monday September 19

9/19 Explore the wonders of Roberts Park
9/20 Two tot storytimes to choose from today
9/21 Drop-in to play at Bladium Fun Zone in Alameda
9/22 Create your own FREE DAY with Discover & Go passes
9/23 Theater for the Very Young presents Splish Splash (6mo for 4yr)
9/24 Jack London Square Eat Real Fest
9/25 Check out Asian Art Museum (SF) for FREE Korea Day activities!

Week beginning Monday September 26

9/26 Drop-in swimming at AquaBaby swim time in Alameda
9/27 Cuddle little critters with an animal encounter
9/28 Dine at a family-friendly brewery
9/29 Sing along with Grandpa Clyde at the Rec Room
9/30 Catch Ant Man, Aladdin, or Zootopia on a blanket outside

[Photos provided by Circus Vargas, Jack London Square, and Bladium]