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San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker

WHAT’S INSIDE

10 Good to Know

• ACT & SAT Becoming Optional? • Food Allergies • National Adoption Month

19 Calendar • Free Museum Days

• Friday Nights at Oakland Museum ...and lots more

21 School Open 13 Gifts for Naughty Houses or Nice 27 Bay Area We know what’s perfect for everyone Turkey Trots on your list

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NOVEMBER 2019

Thanksgiving Camp For children ages 4 to 11

Berkeley and Oakland November 25 – 27, 2019

Explore the science of animation! Campers will learn what creates the illusion of movement in motion pictures by making several of the devices that were the precursors to modern movies and television. featured projects: Motorized Zoetrope Slide-and-Spin Thaumatrope Gravity Powered Phenakistoscope Mini Movie Machine Hand Cranked Movie Maker Magic Moving Picture Tube

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BENTLEY SCHOOL CHARACTER - PURPOSE - COMMUNITY

elebrating 100 years of educational excellence, Bentley School is a nationally recognized K-12 community. Our exceptional teachers inspire intellectual curiosity and a joy for learning. We empower students to build strength of character and to lead lives of purpose. Learn more and arrange a visit: www.bentleyschool.org/admissions

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Good to Know Are the ACT and SAT tests becoming optional?

s colleges are striving to be more available to applicants from diverse backgrounds, more are moving to no longer require test results from the ACT or SAT due to the thinking that students with the means can get special tutoring to help them on these tests. Colleges want to level the playing field for applicants of all levels of means. How is this affecting enrollment of these collages who have implemented this program?

The University of Chicago, which created a stir by making these tests optional last year, reports a record enrollment this fall of first-generation, low-income and rural students and veterans. In California, both the UC and the Cal-state system are

considering a resolution to study the fairness of standardize tests in the admissions process. Who knows? Imagine a world were high school students no longer need to study or stress over these tests.

15 That’s the number in pounds of the average turkey purchased for

a Thanksgiving meal. And more than 280 million turkeys are sold for family celebrations each year, which adds up to a whole lot of leftovers to consume on Black Friday and beyond. Yum!

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November there is a very special day to celebrate learning? Learning in subjects like science, technology, engineering, art, and math? It’s National STEAM Day on November 8th. Why choose November 8th for a day that celebrates creativity, learning, and innovation? Because it can be abbreviated NOV8, i.e. innovate :) So let’s all go innovate on November 8th. 10

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Good to Know Food Allergies

ood allergies affect between 2-5 million kids in the US, and that number is increasing each year. Between 1997 and 2011 the Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that food allergies have increased by 50%. Even if your child is not affected by food allergies, there is certainly a child in their school or daycare that is, and we all need to be aware in order to keep these young children safe. From a young age children should be made aware that they have a food allergy. Explain to them in simple terms that certain food may make them sick, and you are keeping them

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safe by avoiding those foods. Teach them what the food looks like and show them examples in the grocery store when you shop. There are many options out there for books to read with young children who have food allergies, even some that you can personalize for your child. Let your child know that they should only eat food given to them by trusted adults and let them know who those adults are. It is important to help guide older children in how to deal with situations when people are trying to give them foods, and empower them to say “I need to ask my parent first,” when faced with a persistent person trying to share food with them.

Talk to your child about the symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction and let them know to find an adult right away if they feel sick. Tell them specifically what symptoms need to be reported and that you will give them medicine first, and then bring them to the doctors if they start having any symptoms. You should always discuss this in a calm way so your child is not nervous or fearful themselves. Food allergies cannot be prevented, but reactions can- teach your child to be their own advocate, so that both you and your child can feel safe about participation in school and camps.

Camouflaged Vaping Devices Are Getting Past Parents And Schools

he vaping hoodie. The vaping watch. USB jump drives. Each ready to deliver a puff of nicotine (or marijuana) anywhere, anytime. The vaping market is crowded with sleek, camouflaged devices that have teachers and parents struggling to monitor illicit usage of a product that has surged in popularity among school kids. You might want to give that new computer mouse, that you didn’t buy, a second look.

WORD WISE

ovember is National Adoption Month! Have you ever considered where the phrase “put up for adoption” is derived? It comes from the orphan train movement in the United States from 1854 to 1929. During this time orphans were put on trains headed for the Midwest and West. At each stop the children would be “put up” on a train platform in hopes of finding a family to adopt them. 12

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Gifts for Naughty or Nice Here is our list – we have checked it twice – and we know it’s perfect for everyone on your list! Peanuts Holiday Collection 70th Anniversary Limited Edition – Warner Bros Home Entertainment collectible Blu-ray™ giftset comprised of three iconic animated holiday specials packaged in a limited edition Snoopy doghouse. Available on digital also. Retails for $99.99 SRP. The Big Bang Theory: The Complete Series Includes all 279 original episodes from 12 seasons. On DVD $179.99 SRP and a premium Limited Edition Blu-rayTM $249.99 SRP.

A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish – Blu-ray™ Combo Pack (includes a digital version of the film) $24.98 SRP and on DVD $19.98 SRP. This is the fifth installment in the A Cinderella Story movie series.

Batman Beyond: The Complete Series Limited Edition - 20th anniversary remastered on Blu-ray™. Approximately 1,500 minutes of entertainment.

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! The complete series limited edition 50th anniversary Mystery Mansion. Includes 41 episodes of the original series. On Blu-ray™ $89.99 SRP November 2019 | ParentsPress.com

Alameda Civic Ballet’s The Nutcracker PERFORMED IN CASTRO VALLEY This holiday season prepare to be transported on a magical journey with Clara and the Nutcracker Prince. From the heroic battle against the Mouse King, travel through the Land of the Snowflakes and on to the Kingdom of the Sweets. There you will meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and be entertained by the wonders of the Land of Enchantment. Choreographed by Artistic Director Abra Rudisill with gorgeous costumes and beautiful sets – all to the classic Tchaikovsky score – this is a production sure to bring out the child in all of us.

December 20, 2 & 7PM, December 21, 2PM. $24 and up. Castro Valley Center for the Arts 19501 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, alamedacivicballet.org

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PHOTO COURTESY MARK FOEHRINGER

Mark Foehringer’s “Nutcracker Sweets”

Berkeley Ballet Theater Presents The Nutcracker PERFORMED IN OAKLAND For more than thirty years, BBT’s The Nutcracker has been a community favorite. Called “More touching than San Francisco Ballet’s performance” by New York Times dance critic Alastair MacCaulay, BBT’s version of the ballet’s storyline is an extension of the school’s commitment to bringing good things to those less fortunate.

December 20 – 7PM, December 21 – 11AM*, 3PM, 7PM. December 16 – 11AM*, 3PM. See website for ticket information. *Performances include post-show Sugar Plum Fairy Parties where audience members are welcomed onstage to meet the dancers (separate admission required; $10 per child). Regents’ Theater at Holy Names University, 3500 Mountain Blvd., Oakland. 510-843-4687; www.berkeleyballet.org

Berkeley City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker PERFORMED IN FREMONT Every year the Berkeley City Ballet stages an elaborate production of the Nutcracker. The BCB Nutcracker features a cast of over 40 dancers with elegant costumes and sets. Dancers from area professional companies augment the cast. Berkeley City Ballets Nutcracker has an outstanding reputation as one of the few traditional, full-length, productions of the holiday favorite in the East Bay. December 21-22, 1pm & 5pm. $33 for Adults,

Berkeley City Ballet berkeleycityballet.org

$25 Seniors/Students/Staff, $20 Children 12 and under. Smith Center Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd. Fremont. 510-659-6031; www.berkeleycityballet.org

Marin Ballet’s Nutcracker SAN RAFAEL This is a pretty epic performance with 175 supertalented dancers shipped in from all over the state and country. There’s a special Candy Cane party after the 1p.m. Saturday and Sunday shows. December 14 -15.

Showtimes at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. See website for ticket information. All ages. Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium, 10 Avenue of The Flags, San Rafael. 415-453-6705; www.marinballet.org

Mark Foehringer’s “Nutcracker Sweets” SAN FRANCISCO Foehringer uses his choreographic skills in contemporary dance and ballet to craft a show that is sure to thrill dance newcomers and the most jaded balletomane. See all of the favorite Nutcracker characters in beautiful costumes performing on a colorful set with live chamber orchestra music. Maestro Michael Morgan of Oakland East Bay Symphony serves as Music Director for the nine-piece orchestra. Award-winning scenic designer Peter Crompton provides the set design and Emmy-nominated Richard Battle creates gorgeous costumes. Former ODC dancer Brian Fisher returns as the popular character Drosselmeyer. This 50-minute condensed version of the classic ballet is perfect for tiny and squirmy ballet lovers. The cast and crew will meet, greet and pose for pictures after the show, so bring a camera! December 7-27. Tickets

Ages 2 and up Boys ballet Dance camps Birthday parties State-of-the-art studios Sprung floors Easy parking Easy online registration and payment

from $20.50. Cowell Theater at Fort Mason Center; www. nutcrackersweets.org

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Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker SAN FRANCISCO Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed Russian dancers, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is an annual treat for the whole family. Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blends with the richness of Russian classical dance, dazzling costumes, soaring birds, giant puppets and a grand stage design to make this particular Nutcracker a unique holiday treat not to be missed! November. 5th at 7pm. From $205. Palace of

Fine Arts, 3301 Lyon St., San Francisco. 844-321-3941; www.san-francisco-theater.com

Oakland Ballet Company Presents Graham Lustig’s “The Nutcracker” OAKLAND Oakland Ballet Company’s spritely and colorful version of this holiday classic is a holiday tradition that is fun for the entire family. Brimming with holiday magic, this is the Nutcracker to see! With live music by the Oakland Symphony. December 21 at 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm; Decem-

ber 22 at 1:00 pm. $20.50 - $99 for adults with discounts for seniors, children, and groups. Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, Oakland. 510-893-3132; www.oaklandballet.org

San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker SAN FRANCISCO This is the classic, real-deal. Dress up and arrive an hour prior to curtain for photo ops with the cast.

December 11-29. Please check the website for times and tickets prices. Ages 5 and up. War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco. 415-865-2000; www.sfballet.org

Stapleton Ballet Presents: Nutcracker SAN RAFAEL The vibrant Stapleton Ballet Nutcracker provides a magical start to the holiday season! Now in its 30th year, this production features inspired dancing, exquisite costumes and lavish sets. The Victorian-era tale opens with a joyful party, featuring exquisite period-authentic costumes. The mysterious Drosselmeyer makes a grand entrance, weaving magic into the festivities and giving Clara a Nutcracker. Complimentary meet and greet with costumed characters after 1:00 p.m. matinees. 1 and 5

p.m. Dec. 7 and 8. Adults $39, seniors and children $26. Marin Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 415454-5759 (Box Office: 415-473-6800; www.stapletonschool.org

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OTHER HOLIDAY EVENTS

f families are in the mood for something other than the Nutcracker, here are some other options for holiday performances around the Bay:

A Charlie Brown Christmas SAN FRANCISCO Charlie and the gang are here to show you the true meaning of Christmas in this stage adaptation of the classic TV Special. Debuting in 2013, this theatrical production faithfully recreates the atmosphere of the comic strips and features the jazzy score from the TV show as well a group of Christmas sing-a-longs at the end. A wonderful way to introduce younger children to the Peanuts gang, and to explore what Christmas is all about. Christmas, beyond just the presents! December 21-23, 2pm &

7:30pm. Tickets from $75. Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco; www.san-francisco-theater.com

A Christmas Carol SAN FRANCISCO A.C.T once again presents its celebrated adaptation of Charles Dickens’ festive fable. A timeless tale of Yuletide magic, A Christmas Carol teaches us all the true spirit

of the holiday season! November

29th - December 24th. See website for showtimes. Tickets starting at $55. A.C.T. Geary Theatre, 415 Geary St., San Francisco; www.sanfrancisco-theater.com

A Very Electric Christmas! SANTA ROSA Lightwire Theater is gearing up for their ultimate holiday show that’s guaranteed to light you up in time for the festive season! A truly magical and engaging production for all members of your family, follow the story of a young bird as he accidently winds up at the North Pole and meets Santa - all in a fantastical light show that combines dance and music in an innovative and stunning show. December 1, 3pm. Tickets $45. Luther

Burbank Center, 50 Mark West Springs Blvd., Santa Rosa; www.san-francisco-theater.com

Christmas in the Park Parade & Opening Night SAN JOSE To celebrate 40 years of Christmas in the Park, they are bringing back the Christmas in the Park parade!

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What later turned into the San Jose Holiday Parade, this year’s Christmas in the Park Parade is a throwback to the original parade that was held in the evening, marking the start of Christmas in the Park and the official arrival of Santa Claus. November 29, 5pm. Event runs

through January 5. See website for event listings and ticket information. Downtown San Jose; Christmasinthepark.com

Craneway Crafts Fair Benefit for KPFA Public Radio RICHMOND Celebrate creativity and community at the Craneway Crafts Fair…a benefit for KPFA Public Radio on December 21st & 22nd at the Craneway Pavilion. The Fair showcases affordable contemporary art and original crafts exhibited by 200 artists, and presents handmade Fair Trade goods from indigenous communities around the world. December 21-22. Admission is $12 (ages 18-64)

Senior and Disabled $10, Youth are Free. Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way, Richmond; cranewaycraftsfair.com

Disney Junior Holiday Party SANTA ROSA

sing the glorious music of many ages and myriad places. They enact familiar customs, dances and joyful festivities drawn from the many decades of Revels celebration. Young and old, the spirits embrace the rich variety of favorite traditions. December 13-15 & 20-22. Tickets

priced $14-$45 with discounts for patrons under 25. See website for showtimes. First Congressional Church, 2501 Harrison Street, Oakland; californiarevels.org

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair SAN FRANCISCO Visit London - at the historic Cow Palace Exhibition Halls! Enter the winding lanes of Victorian London and immerse yourself in a world of music halls, theatres, pubs, dance parties, and charming shops overflowing with hand-made holiday treasures. Enticing aromas of roasted chestnuts and hearty foods fill the air. Discover holiday revelry in this lamp-lit city brimming with over 800 lively and colorful characters from the imagination of Charles Dickens, the pages of history, and the sometimes saucy world of the Victorian stage. November

23 – December 22. See website for ticket prices and times, Cow Palace Exhibition Halls, San Francisco; dickensfair.com

The Velveteen Rabbit Beloved Holiday Tradition

Enter a dazzling wonderland where children and their parents can sing and dance to holiday classics and carols to their hearts content! With a strong emphasis SAN FRANCISCO on audience participation and high energy performancODC/Dance enlivens Margery Williams’ classic tale es there’s no danger of anyone falling asleep a la stuffy of a well-worn nursery rabbit that becomes real. Told Nutcrackers or Christmas Carol productions, so put on through music, dance, and a powerful narrative, The those fluffy festive pullovers and get ready for an advenVelveteen Rabbit celebrates the unique relationship ture like no other! December 18, 6:30pm. Tickets $75. Luther Burbank Center, 50 Mark West Springs Blvd., Santa Rosa; between a little boy and his stuffed rabbit, and the enduring power of love. Brimming with wit, festive www.san-francisco-theater.com costumes, madcap characters and the perfect amount of holiday cheer, ODC/Dance, one of America’s most exciting and acclaimed contemporary dance companies, returns to Yerba Buena Center for the Arts to present their 33rd season of the beloved Bay Area production!

Oakland Youth Chorus’s 44th Annual Holiday Concert OAKLAND

Join the award-winning singers of the Oakland Youth Chorus in a celebration of the songs, traditions, and diverse cultures that honor and create community. Sing together as we raise our voices to empower others and create harmony. December 14, 5:00 pm. First Presbyterian

Church of Oakland 2619 Broadway Oakland; oaklandyouthchorus.org

The Christmas Revels A Solstice Journey Through Time OAKLAND It is the turning of the year, and the spirits of Solstice revelers, driven from their customary haunts, are coming together. They summon the Revels family to

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November 29th - December 8th. See website for showtimes and tickets. Yerba Buena Center for The Arts, 701 Mission St., San Francisco; www.odc.dance

Winter Fireworks & Free Magical Ice Show SAN FRANCISCO Four iconic buildings lit with 17,000 holiday lights, fireworks bursting in the sky and a magical ice skating show. The Building Lighting Ceremony at Embarcadero Center is a San Francisco tradition and the official start of the holiday season in the City.

November 22. 4:00 pm. Free. Embarcadero Center, San Francisco; embarcaderocenter.com

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TreasureFest

TREASURE ISLAND

Saturday, November 23

he Treasure Island Flea Market is at it again! This monthly collection of artists, collectors and designers, is the largest in northern California. Enjoy food trucks, local musicians, and a full bar. All weekend long. This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme is Snow-vember!

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Treasure Island, Ave. Of the Palms San Francisco www.treasureislandflea.com Early bird tickets are available online at $3 per person, price at the gate is $7, kids 12 and under free. All ages. November 2019 | ParentsPress.com

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1 | Friday Oakland Ballet Presents Luna Mexicana: A Day of the Dead Celebration — Oakland A family-friendly celebration of the Mexican Day of the Dead, with dancing, costumes, live music and holiday treats. A cast of ten dancers tells the story of a young woman whose departed loved ones joyously dance back to life on the Dia de los Muertos. Audience members of all ages are encouraged to attend in Day of the Dead costume, and prizes will be awarded for the most impressive outfits. Additional showtime 11/2 at 4 pm. 7:30 p.m. Adults: $24$59; discounts for seniors and children. All ages. Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway Oakland, 510893-3132. oaklandballet.org

Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid in August for DJs, live bands, ALAMEDA

The Academy Science Discovery Day November 2, 2019 @ 1:00 pm

More Events Online at www.ParentsPress.com The Academy Open House November 13, 2019 @ 6:00 pm 2722 Benvenue Ave www.theacademyschool.org/ Bayhill High School Open House November 2, 2019 @ 1:00 pm 1904 Virginia St www.bayhillhs.org The Crowden School Open House November 11, 2019 @ 8:00 am 1475 Rose St www.crowden.org

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The Athenian School Open House Upper School: November 9, 2019 @ 1:00 pm Middle School: November 10, 2019 @ 1:00 pm 2100 Mt Diablo Scenic Blvd www.athenian.org

DUBLIN

The Quarry Lane School Dublin Open House Jr. K through Grade 12 November 3, 2019 @ 1:00 pm 6363 Tassajara Rd www.quarrylane.org/

EL CERRITO

Saint Philip Neri Catholic School Come Play in TK and K November 13, 2019 @ 8:30 am 1335 High St www.school.spnalameda.org/

BERKELEY

Open House Events

Prospect Sierra School Middle School (5-8) Inform. Day November 3, 2019 @ 12:30 pm Elementary School (K-4) Information Day November 10, 2019 @ 1:00 pm 960 Avis Dr www.prospectsierra.org/

EL SOBRANTE

East Bay Waldorf School Open House November 2, 2019 @ 10:00 am 3800 Clark Rd www.eastbaywaldorf.org/

EMERYVILLE

East Bay German International Campus Tour November 15, 2019 @ 9:00 am 1070 41st St www.ebgis.org/

LAFAYETTE

Bentley School (Grades 9-12) Open House November 16, 2019 @ 2:00 pm 1000 Upper Happy Valley Road www.bentleyschool.org

OAKLAND

Bentley School Lower School Open House (Grades K-5) November 16, 2019 @ 10:00 am Middle School Open House (Grades 6-8) November 16, 2019 @ 2:00 pm 1 Hiller Dr www.bentleyschool.org Holy Names High School Open House November 3, 2019 @ 10:30 am 4660 Harbord Dr www.hnhsoakland.org/ Park Day School Open House November 17, 2019 @ 10:00 am 360 42nd St www.parkdayschool.org/

The Redwood Day School Open House November 16, 2019 Lower School (K-5) - @ 9:30 am Upper School (6-8) - @ 1:00 pm 3245 Sheffield Ave www.rdschool.org/ The Renaissance International School All School Open House November 9, 2019 @ 9:30 am 3650 Dimond Ave www.therenaissanceschool.org/ St. Paul’s Episcopal School Lower School (K-5) Open House November 9, 2019 @ 10:00 am Middle School (6-8) Open House November 9, 2019 @ 2:30 pm 116 Montecito Ave www.spes.org

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Corpus Christi School Open House November 5, 2019 @ 8:15 am 1 Estates Dr www.corpuschristischool.com/ The Renaissance International School Elementary/Middle School Open House November 9, 2019 @ 1:00 pm 5201 Park Blvd www.therenaissanceschool.org/

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The Seven Hills School Campus Tour November 19, 2019 @ 8:45 am 975 N San Carlos Dr www.sevenhillsschool.org/

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Kindergarten Information Night 11.14.2019 6:30–8:30 pm Information Meeting for Grades 1 - 5 11.15.2019 9–11 am

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Temescal Alley First Friday Block Party — Oakland Every first Friday of the month join the block party with live music, shops open late, monthly art exhibits and more.

$5 Pajama Party First Friday at Chabot — Oakland What exactly does sleep do for your body and mind? What do researchers know about the science of sleep, and why do we dream? Learn about all of this and more at the Pajama Party First Friday! Join for fun party games, hands-on activities and even listen to a bedtime story. Cozy up in your favorite pair of pajamas and join in the Pajama Party fashion show! Each $5 First Friday at Chabot is an exciting and immersive experience for all ages. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $5 per person. Chabot Space and Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd. Oakland, 510-336-7373, www. chabotspace.org

2 | Saturday Family Art Making — San Francisco Family Art Making offers a free, drop-in art project led by professional teaching artists. Projects change every 3-4 weeks and connect to our permanent collections or highlight our special exhibition. 11 a.m.- 4p.m. Free with admission. All ages. de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco. 415750-3600, deyoung.famsf.org

Bay Area Science Festival Discovery Day at Oracle Park — San Francisco During the 9th annual Discovery Day at Oracle Park experience hundreds of dynamic demonstrations, engaging experiments, and geeky games led by Bay Area scientists and engineers. 11 a.m. -4:30 p.m. Free. AT&T Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco, www.bayareasciencefestival.org

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5 p.m.-9 p.m. Children ages 8 and under free, ages 9-17: $6.95 ,adults: $15.95 . Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www.museumca.org

6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Free. All ages. Temescal Alley, 49th St. at Telegraph and Clarke, Oakland. www.temescalalleys.com

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dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. There will be a family Drop-in activity related to one of the exhibits.

Kids Night Out — Alameda Reserve a spot for the kiddos in one of the evening art classes and go enjoy your evening. Kids will gather around the table for dinner time then it’s off to the art lab to create Fall decorations to take home. The $35 fee includes a meal, drink and art project. Call and reserve a spot. 5:30 -8:30 p.m. $35 per child. For children ages 3-8. Twirl, 1424 Park St. Alameda. 510-473-0812, register to guarantee your spot at www.twirlalameda.com

Oakland Zoo - Bison Appreciation Day — Oakland A Zoo Wide Celebration of our National Mammal! Learn more about these majestic animals through keeper talks and interactive tables. Help in celebrating bringing bison back to California and helping them thrive in Montana through the Zoo’s partnership with the Iinii Initiative. Share

your support for bison through face painting, a Bison Selfie station and more! 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free with Admission.Oakland Zoo 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland 510-632-9525,www.oaklandzoo.org

3 | Sunday First Sundays @ OMCA — Oakland On every first Sunday of the month, enjoy admission to OMCA with a suggested donation of $5 for general admission. There is an additional $4 fee for access to special exhibitions. 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Suggested donation of $5. Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www. museumca.org

Target First Free Sundays — San Francisco Enjoy free general admission to discover and play as a family at the Asian Art Museum on the first Sunday of every month. Themes and projects change regularly, so visit again and again. This month’s theme is Diwali! Admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to capacity restrictions, admission is not guaranteed. 10:30 a.m.- 2p.m. Free. All ages. Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin St, San Francisco. 415-581-3500, www.asianart.org

Pawtrero’s 13th Annual Dog Day Afternoon and Adoption Event — San Francisco Largest Pet Street Fair in San Francisco. Grab a free Pawtrero bag and Trick or Treat for your dog or cat with more than 30 unique pet related vendors. It’s a great place to adopt or learn about fostering with over 16 local Bay Area rescues. Pet Costume contest with trophies and Pawtrero gift certificate for 1st ($100), 2nd ($50), 3rd ($25) place. 11a.m. -3 p.m. Free. Pawtrero Bathhouse and Feed Company, 199 Brannan St., San Francisco, www.pawtrero. com

MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL

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11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. All ages. Jack London Square, 472 Water St., Oakland. 510-645-9292, www.jacklondonsquare. com

Fall Free Family Day — Berkeley Explore the galleries of the UC Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive, create art inspired by the exhibits, watch a puppet show featuring a wacky rooster, and enjoy the wildly colorful, wonderfully detailed films of Sesame Street animator Sally Cruikshank! 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. All ages. BAMPFA, 2155 Center Street, Berkeley. 510-642-0808, bampfa.org

4 | Monday Munchkin Mondays — Concord Energetic toddlers can jump for one hour or longer. Sky High

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Sports features dozens of large trampolines for hours of indoor bouncing fun. For kids walking up to 6 years. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $7 per child. Sky High Sports, 1631 Challenge Dr., Concord. 925-682-5867, www. skyhighsports.com

PAWS to Read — Oakland Practice reading to very special visitors in the library! Banni is a friendly, gentle, highly-trained service dog who patiently listens to kids as they read out loud. Bring your own books, or choose from the library shelves. 3 p.m. –4:30 p.m. Free. Diamond Branch Oakland Public Library, 3565 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland. 510-482-7844 , www.oaklandlibrary.org

5 | Tuesday - Election Day Free First Tuesdays @ de Young Museum — San Francisco General admission is free the first Tuesday of every month. Special exhibition fees still apply. 9:30 a.m.- 5:15p.m. Free. All ages. de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco. 415-750-3600, deyoung.famsf.org

Pay What You Wish Day — San Francisco The first Tuesday of the month is Pay What You Wish Day at the Cartoon Art Museum. Here you’ll find something for everyone—from comic strips, comic books and anime to political cartoons, graphic novels and underground comics. People of all ages can view original cartoon art at exhibitions and screenings. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Pay What You Wish. All ages. Cartoon Art Museum, 781 Beach Street, San Francisco. 415-2278666, www.cartoonart.org

Family Storytime — Alameda With stories, songs and fingerplays suitable for children of all ages, this story time is perfect for the whole family. 7 p.m. -8 p.m. Free. Bay Farm Branch Alameda Free Library, 3221 Mecartney Road, Alameda. 510-747-7787, www.alamedafree.org

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6 | Wednesday Free First Wednesdays — Berkeley Enjoy free admission to the UC Botanical Garden on the first Wednesday of every month month from 9 am to 5 pm year round. Established in 1890, the Garden, which is open to the public year round, has over 13,000 different kinds of plants from around the world, cultivated by region in naturalistic landscapes over its 34 acres.admission. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. All Ages. UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510- 643-2755 www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu

Toddler Kindergym — Oakland Kids who are walking to age 3 can come and enjoy tumbling, climbing, parachute play, bubbles and the ball pit. Baby siblings are welcome. This event repeats several

• Preparation for Kindergarten • Nurturing Academic Environment • Ballet, Hip Hop Dance, Gymnastics, Violin, Piano, and Soccer

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times a week, check the website for details. $12 first visit, pay for classes in advance and only pay $12 per class. Ages 1-3.

10 a.m. -11 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. -12 p.m. Temple Beth Abraham Social Hall, 327 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. 510832-0936, www.tbaoakland.org

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Free First Thursday — Berkeley Explore the galleries of the UC Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive for free on the first Thursday of every month! 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free. All ages. BAMPFA, 2155 Center Street, Berkeley. 510-642-0808, bampfa.org

Family Night at Athletic Playground — Emeryville Bring the whole family to jump and play at a discounted rate. Thursday nights are Family Night at Athletic Playground. $40 gets your family of 4 an hour of jump time, plus 4 orders nachos and drinks! 5 p.m. -8 p.m. $40 per family of 4; $10 per extra person. Athletic Playground, 4770 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville. 510355-1626, www.athleticplayground.com

8 | Friday Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid in November for DJs, live bands, dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. There will be a family Drop-in activity related to one of the exhibits.

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Friday Family Day — Albany Come on down to Albany Bowl on Friday nights and play for a discounted rate of $1.50 per person, per game! 9 a.m. –6 p.m. $1.50 per person, per game. All ages. Albany Bowl, 540 San Pablo Ave, Albany. 510-526-8818, www.thealbanybowl.com

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ith the average person consuming over 4,000 calories on Thanksgiving Day make a part of your holiday tradition a nice little run to start the day. More running races are held on Thanksgiving Day than any other day of the year. So lace up and start a new family tradition with our rundown of Bay Area Turkey Trots. Please check websites for registration and current pricing information. CONCORD Turkey Trot Concord 5K, 10K Run • racerooster.com Entry Fee: 5K & 10K $35 and up. Share your Thanksgiving morning with the community, give thanks and kickoff the holiday season at this fun and festive event . To ensure an enjoyable event, registration will be limited to the first 1500 participants! Each participant will receive a race t-shirt, a reusable goody bag and a custom designed Turkey Trot finishers medal. There will also be a FREE Kids Dash around Todos Santos Park for kids ages 10 and under at 7:45am (just before the 5K/10K starts).

PINOLE Nitro Turkey Thanksgiving 5K, 10K Run • brazenracing.com Entry Fee: 5K & 10K $48 and up. Choose between a 5K and 10K, as well as the Little Turkeys Race: a run for the kids (roughly 100 yards) against the Nitro Turkey. Children (10 and under) attending with 5K/10K runners will receive free entry into Little Turkeys and receive special medals and a goodie bag.

PIEDMONT Piedmont Turkey Trot 5K • piedmontturkeytrot.com Entry Fee: 5K Adult (13+) $35 -$45 and up 5K Youth (12 and under) $25 -$35

The fun begins at 8:30 a.m.at the Piedmont Exedra located at Highland and Magnolia Avenues. Over the past 15 years, the Piedmont Turkey Trot has grown to be a treasured event for many families, friends and neighbors. Run to win or walk to enjoy the brisk morning air and good cheer. And all those finishing the 5K course will have bragging rights at their Thanksgiving table that evening! The Piedmont Turkey Trot is a nonprofit organization supporting local charities and organizations.

WALNUT CREEK Forma Gym Turkey Trot, 5K, 10K, Kids Fun Runs • Formaturkeytrot.com Entry Fee: Kids Run 12 and under $16, 5K/10K for 17 and under, $28; 5K/10K for 18 and over, $45.

There are several events to choose from within the 5K and 10K runs and walks, along with a kid’s fun run. Elite runners, joggers, and walkers will enjoy the downtown San Jose course, which is flat, fast and flows through downtown neighborhoods and business areas.

SAN JOSE Almaden Valley’s Run Turkey Run, 5K, 10K; runsignup.com Entry Fee: Kids 12 and under $24+, Adults $30+ Participate in the Bret Harte Booster Club’s Run Turkey Run 5K/10K and start your Thanksgiving off on the right foot! This fun family run starts and ends at Leland High School in scenic Almaden Valley, San Jose. Both the 5K and 10K courses are run on level terrain on the paved trails along the Alamitos Creek and the Open Space area.

The Forma Gym Turkey Trot is an event the entire family can enjoy. There are several races to choose from including Kids Fun Runs, 10K and 5K runs, and festival areas with costume contest. The event takes place in beautiful Downtown Walnut Creek and goes through a flat terrain of neighborhoods, businesses, and part of the Iron Horse Trail.

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calories you will replace later with pumpkin pie!

Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, Kids Fun Runs, 10K Wheelchair, 5K Elite • svturkeytrot.com Entry Fee: All adult races: $45 and up; Kids Fun Run: $12 Start Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot at the Applied Materials “Silicon Valley Turkey Trot”. Before the big games, the big meal, the parades and the pies, why not get in a little exercise with a few thousand neighbors? It’s an event the whole family will enjoy! Many have made the “run” or “walk” a Thanksgiving Day tradition.

SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco Turkey Trot, 3 miles, 5 miles, 100m dash • sanfranciscoturkeytrot.com Entry Fee: Adult $42, Ages 10 & under Free Come kick off a great Thanksgiving with an Invigorating fun run or walk in the park--before the parades, football games, and feasting commence! The race is limited to the first 1,400 registrants, register early so you don’t miss out!

MOUNTAIN VIEW Spartan Turkey Trot, 5K, Kids Run, 1 Mile • spartanturkeytrot.com Entry Fee: Adults $35, Youth, 5-17, $25, Children under 5 $15 Welcome to the 9th Annual Mountain View High School Spartan Turkey Trot. Proceeds to benefit MVHS Sports Boosters to support student Athletes. Race is limited to 1,400 registrants.

The Marin Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, Youth 1 Mile, Gobble Wobble • www.marinturkeytrot.com Entry Fee: Youth $20+, Adult $40+

OAKLAND

Oakland Turkey Trot, 5K, Kids Run, 1 Mile •oaklandturkeytrot.org Allow yourself some guilt-free indulgence this Thanksgiving Day by Entry Fee: Adults $45+, 12& spending the morning burning off the under $35+ More than just a healthy start to the holiday, the Oakland Turkey Trot 5K is a fun way to give back while you The Youth Gobbler 1 Mile and Turkey Trot 5K are run cross-country style on give thanks. In partnership with the the trails of Marin’s Open Space. The Mayor’s Office, Alameda County Community Food Bank, Oakland Pilgrim 10K is a road out and back through the beautiful IVC campus and Education Fund and local sponsors and charities, the city of Oakland is along Ignacio Blvd. excited to present a Thanksgiving NAPA Day community fitness event that puts Oakland first. Napa Valley Turkey Chase, 5K,

10K, Kids 100m Dash • napaturkeychase.com Entry Fee: Youth, 17 and under: $30 -$40, Adults $35 -$45.

Napa’s only Thanksgiving Day 5K/10K with more than 1,300 participants who work up an appetite for Thanksgiving Dinner.

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9 | Saturday Live. Wild. Animal Exhibition: Reindeer Games — Walnut Creek Leap into the holidays with one of Rudolph’s friends! At Lindsay Wildlife Experience you and your family will get to meet, touch, and take a photo with a real reindeer! 10:30 a.m- 11:30 a.m. Members: $5; nonmembers: $15 for adults, $13 for kids 2+ . All ages. Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-935-1978, www.lindsaywildlife.org

Children’s Winter Festival — Walnut Creek Get Your Skate On! Children, families and the young-atheart are invited to kick off the ice skating season with the Children’s Winter Festival on Saturday, November 9 from 11am-1pm. Festivities will include star performances, pizza, hot chocolate, shaved ice, face painting, a magician and a photo booth all promise a fun way for families to begin the ice skating season. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission and skates for the first 250 guests; $5 admission until 5 p.m., and then regular price of $15 per person. Includes skate rentals. All ages. Civic Park, 1375 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. 925-935-7669, www. walnutcreekonice.com

Second Saturdays — Oakland Think of this as sort of a mini-Treasure Island Flea Market. This free event combines kinetic art, workshops and live performances with fun and food. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. All ages. Jack London Square, 70 Washington St., Oakland. 510-645-9292, www. jacklondonsquare.com

10 | Sunday Trains Operating @ Golden State Model Railroad Museum—Point Richmond Have a train-obsessed kiddo? They’ll be enchanted by a visit to this Museum of operating model trains! Boasting 10,000 square feet of track, your youngsters will love following the model trains through familiar Northern California landmarks. 12 p.m.–5 p.m. $5 per adult, $3 per child. All ages. Golden State Model Railroad Museum, 900-A Dornan Drive, Point Richmond. 510-234-4884, www.gsmrm.org

Family Nature Fun—Alameda The tides roll in and out making each day a chance to discover something new. The shoreline is bursting with bird life and other signs of the season. Come explore and have fun with family-friendly activities. 2 p.m. –3 p.m. Free. All ages. Crab Cove Visitor Center, 1231 McKay Ave, Alameda. www.ebparks.org

11 | Monday-Veteran’s Day Fees for veterans are waived at National Park Service parks and parks in the East Bay Regional Park District. Veteran’s Day at the Oakland Zoo Free admission given to veterans, reservists, retired and 28 Parents Press | November 2019

active U.S. military personnel plus one family member with valid service identification. Regular military discounted admission offered to additional family members. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free admission for veterans, discount for family members.Oakland Zoo 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland 510-632-9525, www.oaklandzoo.org

12 | Tuesday Walnut Creek On Ice — Walnut Creek From now until Jan. 20, there will be a real ice skating rink in Civic Park! Anyone able to skate is welcome. Admission includes skate rental. Tuesday nights are Family Skate Night at the rink! For $40 a family of 4 is guaranteed admission and skate rental. 12 p.m.-8 p.m. M, W, Th, Fri. $12 per person. Tuesday 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Family Skate Night. Fridays 5 p.m.-Sundays 8 p.m. $15/person. Children under 3 skate free. All ages. Civic Park, 1375 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. www. walnutcreekonice.com

13 | Wednesday Preschool Storytime — Alameda Preschool story time is for children ages 3 and above who are able to attend a program independent of a parent or caregiver. This story time lasts about 30 minutes and includes age-appropriate stories, songs and fingerplays. 10 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Free. West End Branch Alameda Free Library, 788 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda. 510-747-7767, www.alamedafree.org

Dance With Me — Berkeley Shawl-Anderson Dance Center Dance with Me class is for walkers through age 4 and their caretakers. Children and adults will dance, sing, play movement games and enjoy props for this fun-filled 45 minute class. This class repeats every Wednesday. 10 a.m. -10:45 a.m. $18 per child. Ages walking to 4 years. Shawl-Anderson Dance Center, 2704 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. 510-654-5921, www.shawl-anderson.org

Toddler Kindergym — Oakland Kids who are walking to age 3 can come and enjoy tumbling, climbing, parachute play, bubbles and the ball pit. Baby siblings are welcome. This event repeats several times a week, check the website for details. $12 first visit, pay for classes in advance and only pay $12 per class. Ages 1-3. 10 a.m. -11 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. -12 p.m. Temple Beth Abraham Social Hall, 327 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. 510832-0936, www.tbaoakland.org

Bear Cubs Open Gym — Berkeley Open Gym is the perfect opportunity to spend time with

your children and have more fun! Gym time is designed for children from 1-5 years old. 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Ages 1-5. $10 per child. Golden Bear Recreation Center, UC Berkeley, 25 Sports Lane, Berkeley. recsports.berkeley.edu

14 | Thursday Open Studio Drop-In — Oakland MOCHA hosts this drop-in art and creativity time for young children to explore art materials they might not have at home. This activity repeats weekly, Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.10 a.m.–1 p.m. $7 per person. Museum of Children’s Arts, 1625 Clay St., Oakland. 510-465-8770, www.mocha.org

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Family Eco-Storytime —Berkeley KALE (Kids Actively Learning Environmentalism) presents this bimonthly program geared towards kids ages 0-6 and their caregiver(s)! Storytime will be followed by a hands-on activity. 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Free. Sierra Club SF Bay Chapter, 2530 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. 510-642-0808, act. sierraclub.org/renew

Family Night at Athletic Playground — Emeryville Bring the whole family to jump and play at a discounted rate. Thursday nights are Family Night at Athletic Playground. $40 gets your family of 4 an hour of jump time, plus 4 orders nachos and drinks! 5 p.m. -8 p.m. showtimes. $40 per family of 4; $10 per extra person. Athletic Playground, 4770 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville. 510-355-1626, www.athleticplayground.com

15 | Friday Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid in November for DJs, live bands, dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. There will be a family Drop-in activity related to one of the exhibits.

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planting native plants. After your volunteer assignment is completed, you will receive free admission to explore the Zoo for the remainder of the day! 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. All ages. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland. 510-632-9525, www.oaklandzoo.org

Craft Fest — Walnut Creek Each year, Bedford Gallery brings together local, independent makers and designers producing the finest handmade crafts, jewelry, ceramics, textiles, home goods, artisanal 5.-9 p.m. Members and ages 18 and under free, $7.50 foods, clothing, and more for a pop-up shop in the gallery. adults. Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. This is the place to find truly unique and handmade items 510-318-8400, www.museumca.org for the folks on the holiday list. Kids Night Out- Alameda Reserve a spot for the kiddos in one of the evening art classes and go enjoy your evening. Kids will gather around the table for dinner time then it’s off to the art lab to create gingerbread houses to take home. The $35 fee includes a meal, drink and art project. Call and reserve a spot. 5:30 -8:30 p.m. $35 per child. For children ages 3-8. Twirl, 1424 Park St. Alameda. 510-473-0812, register to guarantee your spot at www.twirlalameda.com

16 | Saturday Arroyo Viejo Creek Clean Up — Oakland Volunteers work on a variety of outdoor tasks that may include: picking up garbage, pulling invasive species, spreading mulch, moving materials, cleaning signage or

10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. All ages. Bedford Gallery, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. 925-295-1417, www.bedfordgallery. org

Discovery Station: The Art of Soil — Berkeley Join the UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens for their monthly family program. This month features a unique program on soil and is designed for families to learn together. Established in 1890, the Garden has over 13,000 different kinds of plants from around the world, cultivated by region in naturalistic landscapes over its 34 acres.admission. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510- 643-2755 www. botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu

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professional teaching artists. Projects change every 3-4 listens to kids as they read out loud. Bring your own books, weeks and connect to our permanent collections or highlight or choose from the library shelves. our special exhibition. 3 p.m. –4:30 p.m. Free. Diamond Branch Oakland Public 11 a.m.- 4p.m. Free with admission. All ages. de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco. 415750-3600, deyoung.famsf.org

Athletic Playground 11th Anniversary Show — Emeryville Come celebrate the 11th anniversary of Athletic Playground! The whole family will marvel at this incredible showcase of acrobatic yoga and dancing. 4:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m. $25 per ticket. Athletic Playground, 4770 San Pablo Ave., Emeryville. 510-355-1626, www. athleticplayground.com

Library, 3565 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland. 510-482-7844 , www. oaklandlibrary.org

19 | Tuesday Grampa Clyde Song Circle — Berkeley Join Grampa Clyde’s song circle for fun folk music about things kids care about: animals, nature, vehicles, their bodies, family, friends and being silly. 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Included with admission. Kids Gym Berkeley 2920 Seventh St, Berkeley. grampasings.com

Children’s Yoga — Berkeley Join Prana for tiny yoga with tiny yogis. This is an ongoing class that meets each Tuesday. Drop in or sign up for a Family Fun Days Presented by Target—San Francisco block of classes. On Family Fun Days, tours and creative art projects and sto- 4-5 p.m. $9 per student. Ages 3-5. Prana Yoga Center, 1723 rytelling make art appreciation a lively, family-friendly event. Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. 510-655-3664, www.yogalayam. Themes and projects change regularly, so visit again and org again. This month’s theme is Diwali!

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20 | Wednesday

10:30 a.m.- 2p.m. Kids 12 & under are always free. All ages. Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin St, San Francisco. 415-581Light up the Night in Downtown Pleasant Hill — 3500, www.asianart.org

The Buck — Oakland The Buck is held on select Sundays alongside the Jack London Square Farmers Market. This family friendly event will meet all your shopping needs as it features unique vendors from all over Northern California. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. All ages. Jack London Square, 472 Water St., Oakland. 510-645-9292, www.jacklondonsquare. com

18 | Monday Mini Monday: Crunch and Munch — Walnut Creek Mini Monday at Lindsay Wildlife Experience is designed for children ages 2–5 to play and learn, along with an adult caregiver. Young children explore a variety of craft and activity stations at their own pace, and will observe special demonstrations and hands-on presentations with animal ambassadors! 10 a.m- 12 p.m. Member + 1 child: $10, nonmember + 1 child: $20, additional children: $6. Ages 2-5. Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek. 925935-1978, www.lindsaywildlife.org

Pleasant Hill Join Santa and others in lighting up Downtown Pleasant Hill for the holiday season. Holiday Crafts Fair, Carriage Rides, Caroling & Studio A Dancers on the Plaza Stage, free hot chocolate & cookies, merchant giveaways and lots more fun for all the family. 5-8 p.m. Free. All ages. Crescent Drive. 925-671-5229, www.ci.pleasant-hill.ca.us

21 | Thursday LEGO at the Library — Alameda Come build with LEGO in the Library. Put your imagination to work using LEGOs building blocks. 3:30 p.m. -4:30 p.m. Free. Bay Farm Branch Alameda Free Library, 3221 Mecartney Road, Alameda. 510-747-7787, www.alamedafree.org

5 p.m. -8 p.m. showtimes. $40 per family of 4; $10 per Munchkin Mondays — Concord extra person. Athletic Playground, 4770 San Pablo Ave., Energetic toddlers can jump for one hour or longer. Sky High Emeryville. 510-355-1626, www.athleticplayground.com Sports features dozens of large trampolines for hours of indoor bouncing fun. For kids walking up to 6 years. 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $7 per child. Sky High Sports, 1631 Challenge Dr., Concord. 925-682-5867, www.skyhighsports. com

PAWS to Read —Oakland Practice reading to very special visitors in the library! Banni is a friendly, gentle, highly-trained service dog who patiently 30

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22 | Friday

12 p.m. –4 p.m. and 7 p.m. –9 p.m. $9 adults, $4 4 and Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — under, $3 skate rental. Dublin Iceland, 7212 San Ramon Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid in November for DJs, live bands, Road, Dublin. 925-829-4445, www.dubliniceland.com dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. There will be a family Drop-in activity related to one of the exhibits. 5.-9 p.m. Members and ages 18 and under free, $7.50 adults. Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www.museumca.org

Great Dickens Christmas Faire — San Francisco It’s opening day of the 2018 Charles Dickens Christmas Faire. Held at the Cow Palace, this event features crafts, music, bawdy adult shows, kids art projects and shows, Santa, Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, and Victorian parlour dancing at Fezziwig’s. Food and drink galore, too! Repeats weekends thru Dec. 22nd. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 2600 Geneva Ave., Daly City $14 and up. Kids under 5 are free. 800-510-1558, www.dickensfaire. com

Family Art Making — San Francisco Family Art Making offers a free, drop-in art project led by professional teaching artists. Projects change every 3-4 weeks and connect to our permanent collections or highlight our special exhibition. 11 a.m.- 4p.m. Free with admission. All ages. de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco. 415750-3600, deyoung.famsf.org

26 | Tuesday

Grampa Clyde Song Circle — Berkeley Join Grampa Clyde’s song circle for fun folk music about things kids care about: animals, nature, vehicles, their bodies, family, friends and being silly. 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Included with admission. Kids Gym Berkeley 2920 Seventh St, Berkeley. grampasings.com

27 | Wednesday Open Studio Drop-In — Oakland MOCHA hosts this drop-in art and creativity time for young children to explore art materials they might not have at home. This activity repeats weekly, Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.10 a.m.– 1 p.m. $7 per person. Museum of Children’s Arts, 1625 Clay St., Oakland. 510-465-8770, www.mocha.org

JUMP! with Jaime — Berkeley Jaime Lee Hart rocks classic kids’ songs and funky originals to lead babies, preschoolers, kids and parents on a magical, interactive music exploration. Sing-a-long, jump, dance, and move to the live music.

24 | Sunday

10:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Free with admission. All ages. The Rec Room Cafe, 3222 Adeline Street, Berkeley. 510-999-5437, www.recroomkids.com

Temescal Farmers Market — Oakland Open year round, rain or shine on Sundays. Perfect Edge Knife Sharpening attends every 4th Sunday of the month. Stop by on the 24th to get your knives sharpened just in time to carve your turkeys on Thanksgiving!

Bear Cubs Open Gym — Berkeley Open Gym is the perfect opportunity to spend time with your children and have more fun! Gym time is designed for children from 1-5 years old.

9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. All ages. North Oakland DMV, 5300 Claremont Avenue, Oakland. www.uvfm.org

25 | Monday Munchkin Mondays — Concord Energetic toddlers can jump for one hour or longer. Sky High Sports features dozens of large trampolines for hours of indoor bouncing fun. For kids walking up to 6 years.

11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Ages 1-5. $10 per child. Golden Bear Recreation Center, UC Berkeley, 25 Sports Lane, Berkeley. recsports.berkeley.edu

28 | Thursday—Thanksgiving 29 | Friday

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $7 per child. Sky High Sports, 1631 Challenge Dr., Concord. 925-682-5867, www. skyhighsports.com

Holiday in The Park — Vallejo Beginning this weekend and continuing until Jan. 5, Six Flags will celebrate the holidays with snow and sledding, Santa, and special holiday-themed shows.

Baby Tickle Time —Berkeley Join for lapjogs, songs, books and music just for pre-walking babies! This program is followed by an open playtime with toys and manipulatives.

30 | Saturday

11 a.m. –11:45 a.m. Free. Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Berkeley Public Library, 1901 Russell Street, Berkeley. 510-981-6100 , www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org

Ice Skating — Dublin Dublin’s ice skating rink hosts hockey teams, events and open skating times. Check the online schedule before you visit.

12 p.m.-9 p.m. Tickets start at $53.99. All ages. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, 1001 Fairgrounds Dr., Vallejo. 707-6444000, www.sixflags.com

Ice Skating — Dublin Dublin’s ice skating rink hosts hockey teams, events and open skating times. Check the online schedule before you visit. 11:30 a.m. –3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. –9 p.m. $9 adults, $4 4 and under, $3 skate rental. Dublin Iceland, 7212 San Ramon Road, Dublin. 925-829-4445, www.dubliniceland. com November 2019 | ParentsPress.com

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