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Publishers Robert and Tracy McKean Art Director Debbi Murzyn Account Managers Carol Flores, Sophie Archer Contributors Allyson Bogie, Aaron Crowe, Tony Hicks, Erika Mailman, Haley Reen, Mary Ann Scheuer, Susan Solomen Yen, Peggy Spear

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3 Featured Activities

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3 Off the Press

8 Singleminded Defining “Single Mother”

4 Bookshelf Music, Poetry and Song

8 Raising Dad Parental Payoffs

5 Kids’ Culture Trails for Peddle Pushers

9 Family Cents Professional Services..............4-5 Save for a “Big” Vacation Schools...............................30-34

6 Teen Talk Raising Responsible Activists

25 On the Go Ride the Rails 26 Family Fun Calendar • Easter Events.......29

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San Francisco celebrates the 48th anniversary of Earth Day with a festival featuring three stages of entertainment, hands-on workshops and classes, a celebrity chef showcase, a “green” fashion show, a fun eco-carnival and kids zone, and more. 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Free. 22th Street and Valencia, San Francisco, www.earthdaystreetfest.org

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Tartan Day Scottish Fair — Fremont

Celebrate Tartan Day and join in the pageantry as Scottish folk from all over the area gather their clans and celebrate their heritage. Enjoy bagpipe bands, highland dancing, traditional Scottish food, and historic re-enactments. Free Parking. 11a.m.-3 p.m. $8/adults. $6/seniors (62+), $5/children (4-17 yrs.), 3 yrs. and under free. All ages. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont. 888-EBPARKS, www. ebparks.org

8 | Saturday 2017 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival — San Francisco

This week-long event is free and open to the public. Vendors will be charging for their food goods and some retail products; and some specialized events will require a fee. The festival will be held on Post Street between Laguna and Fillmore Streets. There will be food booths, cultural performances, martial arts, live bands, and more. The Grand Parade will be held on Sunday, April 16, beginning at City Hall and concluding in Japantown. Times vary; check website for detailed event and times listings, sfcherryblossom.org

11 | Tuesday

Playland After Dark presents Tax Free Night — El Cerrito

Playland After Dark’s one-of-a-kind Grown-Up Game Night features board games, carnival games and free play on three rooms-full of new and vintage pinball machines. Note: BYO food and drink welcome. Adults only (18-years and older), no children or babies please. Adults only (18-years and older), no children or babies please. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. $10/per person Adults only. Playland Not at The Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org

16 | Sunday - Easter

Fun on the Farm-Sheep Shearing — San Ramon

Over 100 sheep will receive their annual haircut. You will see how their wool is removed; cleaned and spun into yarn all while the sheep dogs are herding the next sheep in line to get their haircut. Help celebrate San Ramon’s 150th birthday and join in for a fun filled day on the oldest homestead in San Ramon open to the public. 11a.m.-3 p.m. $7/adults. $5 children (3-12 yrs.), under 3 free. All ages. Forest Home Farms Historic Park, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon. www.srhf.org

23 | Sunday

Opening Day on the Bay — San Francisco

The yachting season opens today with a parade of boats large and small. Opening Day on the Bay features a decorated parade and the blessing of the fleet; the theme for this year’s event is “Heroes on the Bay.” 9 a.m., www.picya.org

Run for Education — Pleasanton

It’s time to run, walk or push your stroller to www.ppierun.com to sign up for Pleasanton’s premier family-focused fitness fundraiser, the Annual Pleasanton Run for Education, benefitting the Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation (PPIE) . All races begin and end at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. 15, 10, and 5K challenges and a Kids Challenge are available. Please pre-register. Race times and prices found on the website. All ages. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. Pleasanton. 925-426-7600. www.ppierun.com

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Earth Day San Francisco Street Festival — San Francisco

23rd ‘Ukulele Festival of Northern California — Hayward

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Family-Friendly Trails The Woods Are Yours

any parents don’t know that every fourth grader gets a free annual national park pass. Signing up takes seconds at www. everykidinapark.gov—you print out a paper pass that you take on your first trip to exchange for an official one. If you visit a site that charges entrance fees per person, the pass admits up to three adults and all children under 16 accompanying the fourth grader. If the site charges vehicle entrance fees, basically anyone that can cram into the car with the fourth grader gets in! So really, this is a pass for the entire family. The pass became effective last fall and lasts until Aug. 31 of this year. Because it covers seven governmental agencies besides the national parks system, from anywhere in the U.S. you are within a two-hour drive of a participating site. Make this the year you show your family Yosemite or Muir Woods or the Pinnacles! As if this invitation to nature isn’t wonderful enough, Amtrak also offers fourth graders discounted tickets: 75% of when an adult buys a full-price ticket. Visit Amtrak to learn more.

Take Kids to Work

ive your kids the day off of school on April 27 and show them what real work looks like! Now in its 24th year, Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day is more than a “career day,”

This is the longest running ukulele festival on the mainland. This ‘Ukulele Image local event has attracted ‘ukulele enthusiasts from British Columbia (Canada), to North Carolina, to the Islands of Hawai’i, as well as local talent throughout California. 9 a.m-5 p.m. $15, under 5 free. All ages. Chabot College Campus, Performing Arts Center 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, www. ukulelefestivalnorcal.org

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according to its sponsoring foundation bearing the same name. “Exposing girls and boys to what a parent or mentor in their lives does during the work day is important,” writes Carolyn McKecuen, executive director, “but showing them the value of their education, helping them discover the power and possibilities associated with a balanced work and family life, and providing them an opportunity to share how they envision the future… [are keys] to their achieving success.” For worksheets your child can do, go to daughtersandsonstowork.org.

9th Anniversay – Playland-Not-at-the-Beach

layland-Not-at-the-Beach will celebrate its 9th anniversary on Memorial Day Weekend, but its future is cloudy. The building they have called home since opening in 2008 has been sold and the new owners are planning to tear it down to create a commercial / apartment high rise. That transformation is a couple of years away, and the new owners are working with Playland to allow them to remain in the building at below market rent until they are ready for construction to begin. The new rent will, however, be higher than paid in the past; and Playland will need community support to meet the additional rental expense. Meeting that goal will give Playland time to make plans to move to a new site. Over the years, Playland has donated parties to many local schools and community non-profit organizations. It is our their hope that at this difficult time they will find the additional support they need. Please visit www.Playland-Not-at-the-Beach. org for a link to their GoFundMe page.

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The event is not your average Street Fair or formal Parade. It can best be described as wonderful, wacky, elegant and fabulous, with everything from roller-blading butterflies and creative self-propelled mini-floats to garden areas, sophisticated fashions and beautiful classic and art cars. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Parade at

2 p.m. Free Union Street ~ Gough to Fillmore San Francisco www.UnionStreetSF.com

21 | Friday

RoboGames — Pleasanton

RoboGames is the Olympics of Robots - They invite the best minds from around the world to compete in over 50 different events: combat robots, fire-fighters, LEGO bots, hockey bots, walking humanoids, soccer bots, sumo bots, and even androids that do kung-fu. Through 4/23. See website for details. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, robogames.net

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Bookshelf Music, Poetry & Song

usic brings people together, giving us joy in all types of settings. Singing with your child is not only fun, it helps young children’s brain development. Try using shakers so children can follow the beat or finger actions. Like stories, songs build children’s vocabulary and help them hear that words are made of different sounds.

“I Got the Rhythm,” by Connie Schoefield-Morrison, illustrated by Frank Morrison (Bloomsbury; 32 pp.; $16.99; ages 3-7). A young African American girl snaps, claps and taps as she takes a walk with her mother to their local park. This fun picture book shares the contagious delight of moving and grooving. The sound effects encourage audience participation, and the joyful illustrations will make young readers want to get up and dance.

“Let’s Clap, Jump, Sing & Shout; Dance, Spin & Turn It Out!: Games, Songs and Stories from an African American Childhood,” by Patricia C. McKissack, illustrated by Brian Pinkney (Schwartz & Wade / Random House; 173 pp.; $24.99; ages 2-10). This comprehensive collection celebrates the oral tradition of African American communities, sharing a dynamic range of songs, rhymes, and stories. Explaining that “our earliest toys are our hands, feet, and voices,” McKissack encourages readers to try these songs for themselves. Parents, teachers and children will want to dip into this volume time and time again.

“Old MacDonald Had a Truck,” by Steve Goetz, illustrated by Eda Kaban (Chronicle; 40 pp.; $16.99; ages 2-6). Local Bay Area author Goetz makes his debut with this lively twist on the

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classic Old MacDonald folk song--a sure hit with young readers who love cars, trucks and construction vehicles. The bouncy text encourages singing along, with “a DIG DIG here and a DIG DIG there.” Great fun!

“Sing with Me!: Action Songs Every Child Should Know,” by Naoko Stoop (Holt / Macmillan; 32 pp.; $16.99; ages 0-3). With its simple, classic nursery rhymes and warm, sweet illustrations, this is a perfect volume for new parents--reminding them of old favorites like “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” and “Down by the Station”. Simple instructions for hand movements add to the fun, providing support and guidance.

Spanish rhymes are paired with English versions that are not direct translations, but rather “poetic recreations”, creating lively rhymes that work well in both languages. “Rock-a-Bye Romp,” by Linda Ashman, illustrated by Simona Mulazzani (Nancy Paulsen / Penguin; 32 pp.; $16.99; ages 0-4). This sweet lullaby expands upon the classic nursery rhyme “Rock-a-bye Baby,” adding silly twists as the baby first lands in a bird’s nest, and then atop a pig. The tumbling babe comes to a final rest in the mother’s arms, creating a warm and endearing ending in the nursery. Ashman captures the rhythm and tone of the song in her new verses, making this perfect for singing along.

“Trombone Shorty,” by Troy Andrews, illustrated by Bryan Collier (Abrams Young Readers; 40 pp.; $17.95; ages 4-8). Trombone Shorty’s trombone was taller than him when he was little--and it was so big that it almost knocked him over! Rich collage illustrations and real-life details bring Troy Andrews, his hometown, and the New Orleans musical traditions to life.

“¡Pio Peep! Traditional Spanish Nursery Rhymes,” by Alma Flor Ada, F. Isabel Campoy, and Alice Schertle, illustrated by Vivi Escriva (Rayo / HarperCollins; 64 pp.; $15.99; ages 3-7). This delightful collection of nursery rhymes and songs celebrates the Latino oral tradition that spans cultures and continents. The original

“When the Beat Was Born,” by Laban Carrick Hill, illustrated by Theodore Taylor III (Learn about DJ Cool Herc, the Jamaican DJs who inspired him, his enormous speakers, and the origins of break dancing. Modern illustrations invite the reader into the Bronx dance parties that birthed hip hop music.

“Zin! Zin! Zin! a Violin,” by Lloyd Moss, illustrated by Marjorie Priceman (Scholastic; 32 pp.; $16.99; ages 2-6). Swooping rhymes mimic the music of “a chamber group of ten.” The book is a joyful celebration of the beautiful sounds, sights, and emotions of the ten instruments that play a classical concert.

“Charlie Parker Played Be Bop,” by Chris Raschka (Orchard; 32 pp.; $15.95; ages 1-4). Read this book out loud, and the rhymes, rhythmic sounds, and dancing fonts evoke music. Ch arlie Parker plays his saxophone, while silly objects like lollipops, bus stops, and dancing shoes accompany the percussion sounds. The joy of jazz comes alive for the reader and listeners. Allyson Bogie is the librarian at Korematsu Middle School in El Cerrito, CA and loves visiting her local public library with her two young children. Mary Ann Scheuer is a teacher librarian at Berkeley Unified School District. Find more books Mary Ann recommends sharing with children at her blog, Great Kid Books, http://greatkidbooks.blogspot. com.

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This huge trail hugs the shoreline and passes through the Richmond and Berkeley Marinas. Ride all or some of it, but keep in mind it is busy on the weekends. Berkeley riders can just head over to Caesar Chavez Park in the Marina and do the large paved loop there. Richmond riders will enjoy a few spots to eat, and the Rosie the Riveter museum is nearby.

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Raising Responsible Activists

n a rainy Saturday in January, Kelley Gonzales and her mom, Chris, donned their raincoats and freshly painted signs, took BART from their home in Concord to Walnut Creek, met up with other students from Kelley’s church youth group, and participated in the Women’s March, two of the more than 10,000 people who swarmed the suburban city for that act of peaceful protest. Kelley, at 16, was not the youngest by far. Many teens were protesting and marching throughout the country that day. It followed on the footsteps of the days after the 2016 election, when many high schools saw student walkouts in protest of President Trump’s election. These were not at just “normal” activist high schools such as Berkeley High, but those in the affluent suburbs, such as at Miramonte in Orinda, Acalanes in Lafayette and Northgate in Walnut Creek. Student protests and activism are at a high point not seen since the 1960s. “I just had to show my displeasure at Trump’s election, and feel empowered by other women,” Kelley said after the march. “Most, if not all, of my friends felt the same way and many of these people aren’t real ‘political.’” Still, many of these protesters are just young teens, and it begs the question: What should a parent do ensure their teen’s safety, and what happens if a parent doesn’t agree with their son or daughter’s views? Margie Ryerson, an Orinda-based family therapist, has some thoughts on the matter—especially because she saw first-hand an interesting dynamic

in her own family. A close cousin who lives out of state was what Ryerson called “a worrier.” She kept her daughter close, and her daughter gave up many activities because she was sensitive to her mom’s fears. But at the same time, she made fun of the situation and could tease her mom. Eventually, when she

understand it’s about their own parental worries and anxiety. It’s very true that their child may not be able to exercise judgment at all if external situations are at play, like unexpected violence or panic. There are ways a parent can help their child “be an activist,” whether that

If a child or teen sees a parent act responsibly, it will make an imprint on how they handle their own situations. was a senior in high school, her mom came to grips with how she had to let go and deal with her own fears without sacrificing her daughter. “They have always had a close relationship, even back then, due to a lot of understanding, caring and communication,” Ryerson says. And that is the key: communication and trust. Ryerson says that teens often complain that their parents don’t trust them when disagreements arise. Parents need to emphasize that this is not the issue (although it may actually be part of the issue!) and try to get their child to

means protesting or giving money to a favorite charity, and that is by the triedand-true parenting behavior, modeling. Chris Gonzales did this with Kelley at the Women’s March. If a parent can’t be there, instruct teens how to get out of harm’s way if a protest turns violent, as one at UC Berkeley did recently, and keep in contact with the parent via cell phone. If a child or teen sees a parent act responsibly, it will make an imprint on how they handle their own situations. However, it’s also important that a parent let the teen know of the

ramifications of social activism. If a student will get detention for walking out of school on a day of protest, they must let them know that’s the consequence. The parents must also be aware of peer pressure, Ryerson says. Do they really feel strongly about a cause, or are they just doing something because their friends are? Open the lines of communication and find out how the teen really feels. Maybe that parental support will give the teen the courage to say, “Nah, that’s just not my thing.” The hardest aspect of living in an era of social activism is when a parent and teen disagree on the topic. Many times a parent will prohibit any sort of activity on the teen’s part, which will just make the teen rebel more, Ryerson says. That doesn’t help anyone. One important way to deal with that situation is by talking it out, again opening those all-important lines of communication, and know that as a young adult, our children are becoming their own person, and we as parents must respect that. “Children are not our clones,” Ryerson says. If fear is truly a factor in keeping a parent from allowing a child to participate in rallies or protest marches, then perhaps a compromise is the solution: Allow the child to write to their congressperson or senator, or to put up flyers for the rally, or be of service in another way. But ultimately, the parent has to get to the root of their fears, and come to terms with them. Like Ryerson’s cousin, they may find that all will be well, and a better relationship will ensue if they let their teen follow their heart—responsibly.

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11 Media Titles about Going to Summer Camp

NEXT STOP: FAMILY FUN

s the end of the school year approaches, most parents start planning for Summer Camps for their children, to provide entertainment and enrichment during the summer holidays. There are several different types of camp choices available - Day vs Overnight, Adventure, Academic & Enrichment, Arts, Sports etc. Going to Summer Camp could be a mixed bag of emotions for children. While on the one hand, there is an excitement and eagerness to explore and participate in the activities of interest and make new friends, there is also an underlying nervousness of being in a new setting and meeting new people for some kids. Kids Media can be very helpful in preparing your child for summer camp, reading a book or watching a movie together about the whole experience is a great way to get your kids upbeat and ready for it. We have put together some Books, Movies and TV shows which could help alleviate anxiety and build enthusiasm for the summer camp experience, especially if it happens to be the first time for your camper. Check out theSmartFeed for more media suggestions to support your children in Building Confidence (https://www.thesmartfeed.com/staff_picks/build-confidence) and Managing Emotions (https://www.thesmartfeed.com/staff_picks/emotions).

BOOKS ABOUT SUMMER CAMP The Berenstain Bears Go to Camp (age 3-7) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/the-berenstain-bears-go-to-camp Brother and Sister Bear are off to Grizzly Bob’s Day Camp for the first time. Read on as their apprehension turns into excitement as they take part in all the fun things to do at the camp.

Cowboy Camp (age 4-7) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/cowboy-camp Young Avery is not so sure he fits in at Cowboy Camp, he seems to get everything wrong. But in the end, he rises to the challenge when he confronts the bully Mean Black Bart. A wonderful story for all kids to know to believe in yourself and do the right thing.

Roller Girl (age 8+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/roller-girl This terrific graphic novel tells the story of a young teen learning to work hard and become a good teammate at Roller Derby camp one summer. Her ideas of friendship are tested outside of camp, but she comes through strong and inspired to do her best.

Bless the Beasts & Children (age 13+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/bless-the-beasts-children This classic novel tells the difficult and poignant, but satisfying story of boys sent away to camp because of difficult home lives. Set in the West, the boys unite and defy authority to do what is right. Beautifully written, will be best for enthusiastic teen readers.

MOVIES ABOUT SUMMER CAMP The Parent Trap-1961 (age 5+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/the-parent-trap-1961 Whether you prefer the 1961 original, or the remake, the story is funny and engaging. Twin girls are separated by their parent’s divorce. They rediscover each other at summer camp, scheme to reunite their warring parents, and chaos ensues. Quaint and old-fashioned, the actors in the original will charm you.

Girls Rock! (age 7+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/girls-rock Girl power is the message in this documentary set at the Rock and Roll Camp for Girls in Portland, Oregon. Several girls from differing backgrounds are featured, learning to play an instrument and building confidence through their performances. These girls share their feelings and their creativity. It’s an empowering movie, at times infuriating and sad, but with a powerhouse of a message.

Moonrise Kingdom (age 13+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/moonrise-kingdom This movie shows a stylized world like no other. It’s a quirky movie with laughter, and sadness and hilarity. The pair of runaway tweens are decent and devoted. Not your usual camp experience, but entertaining and lovely.

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Camp (age 15+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/camp Great love for the theater supersedes any differences this group of campers discovers about each other. Every two weeks campers put on a Broadway show. Personalities are strong, but always, the show must go on! Be aware that there is strong language and situations in this PG-13 rated movie.

TV SHOWS ABOUT SUMMER CAMP Bunk’d (age 6+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/bunk-d A spin off from the popular Disney series Jessie, this fictitious camp experience is full of pranks, silliness and friends.

Camp Lakebottom (age 7+) www.thesmartfeed.com/creations/camp-lakebottom Completely imaginary, this camp is run by monsters, with very few rules and regulations for the campers. Bathroom humor is popular and frequent. Obviously, this is not what overnight camp will be like, but it’s funny to imagine. w

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By Susan Solomen Yen

Singleminded Please don’t call me a single mother

colleague and I were chatting the other day about workplace challenges. He mentioned some conflicts he is having with a perpetually cranky co-worker and said, “Well, she’s a single mom and I know that’s hard.” Wait a minute! I’m a single mom and I am rarely cranky. Eighteen million children are being raised by single mothers. That’s a quarter of all children residing in the United States. Interestingly, in the research I did for this article, I could not find a common definition for the term single mother. The most comprehensive, and logical, is: an unmarried woman raising children. But some commentators said it could mean women whose children were born out of wedlock or widows who do not

have the assistance and support of a husband. In fact, I read a posting on one website stating that a woman who is divorced is not a single mother, because she is co-parenting with the children’s father. I am divorced Although I am a single mother, I hate to identify myself that way. My five children were not born out of wedlock, nor am I a widow. I am divorced. Even in this day and age, when more than 50 percent of American marriages fail, the label single mother, especially when it is associated with divorce, is perceived negatively. It makes me think of the scorned women of 1930s movie melodramas, like Stella Dallas. Even in the 1970s, no good mothers on television were divorced. Lucille Ball was a widow in every incarnation of her sitcom. In the original storyline for The Brady Bunch either Mike or Carol Brady was divorced, but when the show aired, both were widowed. And even though Mary Tyler Moore was a divorced mother in real life, her character, Mary Richards of the Mary Tyler Moore Show, was a nevermarried career gal. Today’s TV moms are still rarely divorced. Those who are, are struggling or working hard to reconcile with separated spouses. My friend Lynn is a widow. People in her world are solicitous and gracious. They offer to clean the leaves out of her gutters,

paint the trim on her house and mow her lawn. I remember sitting with a group of Lynn’s friends discussing how we could support her. Although everyone knew I was alone, no one offered to help me. There is a perception that widows are more deserving than divorcees. And Lynn agrees. Her first marriage ended in divorce. “People treat me so differently now as a widow than they did when they found out I was divorced. That’s why I was reluctant to let people know.” Less than supportive friends The day my husband moved out, I sought solace from the woman I thought was my closest friend. We had known each other for more than a decade. Our children, constant companions, were close in age. We spoke on the phone daily, sharing the intimate details of our lives. We took power walks every evening after dinner. But the day I told her my marriage ended was the last day of our friendship. She did not speak to me for six months. When we finally reconnected, I asked her why she cut me off. “I think that’s when I started a new job,” was her response. Like the co-worker I mentioned earlier, sometimes people just don’t realize what they are saying. (I’m changing some names in this next story.) As a family, we have always been active church-goers. My children attended Sunday School and youth group weekly. When the pastor asked for help organizing an ice cream social, I was one of the parents who volunteered. At the end of the evening he acknowledged all of us; “I’d like to thank the Smith Family, the Wilson Family and Susan Yem for organizing this event.”

I was really hurt that he did not recognize my children and me as a family and I let him know, “We’re a family, too.” Just a few weeks prior to this event, I overheard a mom in that same church’s lobby telling a friend, “We’re taking John home with us tonight to sleep over. After all, we are the two-parent household.” John (again, not his real name) is being raised—quite admirably—by his single mother. A universal snub The snub is deeper, almost universal. I just read this headline on nbcnews. com : Auto Insurers Charge Single Women More. NBCnews.com quotes an actuary with the Insurance Information Institute who says, “married people are less likely to be in an accident.” And even when communicating good news about great accomplishments, that reference to being a single mother or being raised by a single mother gives the news the air of this happened against all odds. When I am asked to describe what it feels like to be divorced, I usually use this example: Take two pieces of construction paper, glue them together and let them dry. Now try to pull them apart. They may come apart, but they will not look the same as they did before you glued them together. Add to this insensitive comments made by friends and colleagues and it is difficult to not feel diminished. And this is why I am reluctant to call myself a single mother. Susan Solomon Yem is singleminded about raising her five children to adulthood. She’d like to hear your stories about single parenting. Contact her at susanyem@gmail.com.

By Tony Hicks

Raising Dad Parental Payoffs

work weekends. Then, when I need a breather during the week, I go to my job. It’s way more work. I had this funny idea I was going to be able to take my family somewhere this spring. I went through the calendar, tried to balance my co-workers’ requests for time off with the days my kids are off school. After about 83 hours, I finally pegged the right combination of five days that my three kids, my wife and I could get away. Then I saw the softball schedule. And all my hopes and dreams were smashed like a peanut stepped on by an elephant. I’m starting my third season as a softball parent. The first was unexpected: a daughter who played video games so much her fingers grew around the controllers like webbing, unexpectedly announced to my wife and me she wanted to play a sport. As you can imagine, we wept with joy. Last season she wanted back in, as did her little sister, who must’ve noticed all the (screaming) attention her sister got from dad and mom (seriously—we were embarrassing) and decided she wanted in too. Great, I thought. We get them both

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off the furniture for a few hours a week. But they have this funny rule I don’t remember from when I was a kid playing sports. They make parents participate now. All of them. If I wanted to participate, I’d join a bowling league or something. Actually, my wife and I tried that a few years back and it’s totally expensive. I thought maybe they would pay us to come hang around the alley for three hours and eat their bad food.

Anyway, I was an umpire the first year, which was awful, as I had to wear these gray dress slacks and tell crying 7-yearolds their foot slid off the base, therefore they screwed up and cost their whole team the game. Last year I got to be an assistant coach for my own 7-year-old, meaning my job was to scream and threaten the life of the umpire when he told my crying kid her foot slid off the base, therefore costing her entire team the game. You know, pretty standard stuff.

This year, I’m an assistant coach for the ninth grader’s team. Which is way different. These girls are frighteningly good. A 7-year-old will pretty much believe you when you tell her her position is to stand in the parking lot and wait for foul balls. Not these girls. I have to pretend I actually know something. Which gets exhausting. Plus, since its serious, there’s lots of practice time. Lots of it. Which takes up a lot of time I could be spending taking naps or channel surfing for Patrick Swayze movies. Never mind vacation planning. There is some good news. The older girl—who forbade me from coaching her team last year—recently looked at me and said, “You know, having you as a coach isn’t as bad as I thought it would be.” I asked why. “Because you aren’t as annoying as I’d thought you’d be.” As far as parental payoffs go, that’s not so bad. Tony Hicks is a columnist with the Bay Area News Group and the father of four daughters. Reach him at editor@ parentspress.com.

By Aaron Crowe

Family Cents How to save for a great summer vacation

A vacation savings account We started by putting money into a savings account dedicated to the trip. We’ve been doing this for a few years already with automatic transfers from our checking account each month, but we stepped it up late last year. As a freelance writer, I’ve dedicated a monthly paycheck from one of my clients to the vacation account. I’ve also tried—not always successfully—to deposit another check from another client each month. The account allowed us to pay for much of the trip upfront. A travel agent helped us find a deal on a flight-hotel package in February, when reasonable rates were still available. We paid a deposit on the package, giving us until June to save for the final payment that’s due then. We also booked rooms in two hotels in cities we’re visiting during the trip for a few days, so those rooms were paid for in February. We also paid in February for a deposit on a waffle-making class in Brussels. One difficulty of saving in winter for a summer vacation is that the trip seems so far off that it’s hard to be enthusiastic about trying to put money

away early. It’s delayed gratification at the extreme. But that’s what helps make it a little easier to save for. It’s such a fun goal that I’m spending months reading guidebooks and listening to podcasts about the areas we’re visiting, which is making the savings easier to put aside.

Home exchange The biggest way we’ve been able to make this trip affordable is by swapping homes. Through a home exchange website, we’re exchanging homes with a family in the Netherlands for almost three weeks. After paying the site’s annual membership fee of about $80, home exchanges are free. Using another family’s home is saving us at least $3,500 in lodging. Every time we go on vacation, one of the biggest costs is housing. We’ve rented vacation homes from homeowners and stayed in hotels, and housing always end up being the second-biggest expense after transportation. A home exchange allows us to cut out almost all of that from our vacation budget, except for a week before the exchange that we’re spending elsewhere in Europe. It’s an idea I’ve been thinking about for years, and finally a newspaper story about a father going on a trip to Europe with his child persuaded me to get moving on it. It took us about a month to find a family in Europe that was a match. What took me a little while to figure out was that finding a home in a similar situation to ours was key. We live in a Bay Area suburb and can be in San Francisco on BART in 45 minutes. San Francisco is a very popular tourist destination, and promoting our home in an exchange as being 45 minutes outside of the city is a high selling point.

Sightseeing on canal in Amsterdam

This summer, my family is going on vacation to Europe for four weeks, and we saved for it in two big ways—putting money aside for it since November 2016. Our home exchange is with a family who lives about a 30-minute train ride from Amsterdam. That exchange makes much more sense for us than with a homeowner in central Amsterdam. It’s a fair distance for each family. We’ll cook in their kitchen—which will save us money—and we’ll be there long enough that we won’t feel like we’ll have to constantly be on the move to see exciting sites as we might if our time was limited. It can be a relaxing vacation to enjoy another culture at a leisurely pace.

That’s one of the main things I want my daughter to get out of this summer vacation. Saving and paying for much of it months in advance should only make it that much easier. Aaron Crowe is a freelance journalist who specializes in personal finance writing. This will be the first trip for his daughter, 12, to Europe, and hopefully not her last. Follow Aaron on Twitter @AaronCrowe or read his personal finance blog about family finances at CashSmarter.com.

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NOTE: The specific information and write-ups about camps listed here and some of the photographs were provided by the organizations themselves. Please be sure to contact camps for prices, and to verify dates and locations.

Our camp guide is one-stop shopping for the best programs the Bay Area offers.

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THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND A Summer Day Camp of Outdoor Science

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For children ages 5 to 15

Connecting kids to nature . . . and making science fun Weekly Sessions: June 12 - August 25 Oakland Berkeley

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t’s April, and many parents are afraid they’ve missed the “window” of signing their children up for summer camp. That’s just not true, and many camps keep enrolling campers up through June. Sending your child off to summer camp may not be a tough decision, but finding the right camp — or camps — can be daunting. Here within our pages, our Camps Guide will help you decide what experience offers the most exciting summer for your child. So take a look, contact the camp, ask questions, and remember: Camps are a rewarding, character-building experience, for you and your child!

Math Real-based methods and strategies in their teaching. This special 3-week, small group summer program will provide an investigative, prescriptive & fun environment for your child to get the extra support they may need to get a head start on the school year. DATES & TIMES: 2017 Summer Camp Session: July 24-August 11. The 3-week camp session runs Monday through Friday from 9am-12pm daily. http://tlcservices9.wixsite. com/east-bay-kidz

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embARC is a four week summer design intensive that brings together high school students from diverse backgrounds to explore architecture, urban design and sustainable city planning through three components: an Architecture & Urban Design Studio, a Sustainable Planning Workshop and a Design-Build project. http://ced.berkeley. edu/academics/summer-programs/embarcdesign-academy/

ACADEMIC CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY EAST BAY KIDZ SUMMER MATH CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 4th - 8th

The Annual East Bay Kidz Math Camp is a fun, 3-week investigation into mathematics, ESPECIALLY DESIGNED FOR STUDENT WHO ARE STRUGGLING! This summer camp for 4th-8th graders focuses on key math building blocks, developing math confidence, along with engaging game-based and hands-on activities. The 2017 Annual East Bay Kidz Summer Math Camp for 4th-8th graders is taught by the Bay Area’s most sought-after math learning specialists, who come from the public school classroom and utilize Making

EAST BAY SPCA SUMMER ANIMAL CAMP (DUBLIN) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1 -12

Whether your child is a giant animal lover and just wants to spend a week doing everything animal, or they need a little experience and education before you add a furry friend to the family, our summer camp program will be purr-fect for them! http://eastbayspca. org/what-we-do/humane-education/animalcamp/summer-camp

EMBARC SUMMER DESIGN ACADEMY (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: rising juniors and seniors

MENTORING ACADEMY BRIDGE CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 8-12

Bridge Camp is designed for entering 9th graders who would like to master needed skills for high school from experienced teachers. Students will learn classroom etiquette, how to study, organizational and interpersonal skills, and more! www. mentoringacademy.org

FEATURED SUMMER CAMPS SARAH’S SCIENCE AND THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND SUMMER DAY CAMPS (BERKELEY & OAKLAND) Ages 5 to 15 years

Sarah’s Science is the Bay Area’s premier summer day camp with over 30 years of experience providing high quality science and nature programming. Each week of camp is centered around an exciting theme and campers make and take home new science projects every day. Camp also includes nature hikes, swimming, games, and arts and crafts. Ages 5-15. Weekly sessions from June 13 - August 26. Locations in Oakland and Berkeley. Camp hours 9AM - 3PM. Before- and After-care available. For more information or to enroll in an upcoming camp, class, or workshop please visit www.sarahscience.com or call (510) 581-3739.

BOYS ON THE GO (BERKELEY) Campers: 9-13 and Youth Leaders: 14-16

Boys on the Go! provides an opportunity for boys, ages 9-13, to explore the Bay Area on public transportation and meet new friends while having some really fun adventures. We are dedicated to empowering these soon to be young men to be curious, competent and compassionate people. Some destinations include: Lake Merritt for boating, Bowling trips, Baseball games, Ice Skating, Mini-Golf, Arcades, Movies and more! Monday’s are Creating Community Day where we engage and connect with each other, do team building activities and learn how to travel safely together. We play board and field games and make planes and rockets. www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/summer-boys-on-the-go-pictorialpreview/

GIRLS ON THE GO CAMP (BERKELEY) Campers: 9-13 and Youth Leaders: 14-16

Since 2002, Girls on the Go Camp supports girls to be bold, confident and fully expressed. Girls travel to destinations around the Bay Area by public transit and participate in interactive workshops. Our diverse staff is dynamic, engaging, skilled, empathetic and deeply passionate about their work with youth. Winner of Best of Camp Teen Award 2015-2016. Basic Day 8:30-4:00; Ext Care 8-6:00. Berkeley location: Runs June 12-Aug 25; Oakland location: July 10-July 21. www.girlsonthegocamp.com/

MONKEY BUSINESS CAMPS (BERKELEY) Campers: 4.5-10 and Youth Leaders: 11-15

In our 18th year, Monkey Business kids receive a distinctive classic camp experience in Tilden Park. Art, Cooking, Tinkering, Storytelling, Singing, Games, Nature Exploration, Swimming at Lake Anza, Treasure Hunts, Carnival Games, Organic Food! Our diverse staff is dynamic, engaging, skilled, empathetic and deeply passionate about their work with youth. Winner of many Best of Camp Parent’s Press Awards. Youth Leadership available for ages 10-16. www.monkeybusinesscamp.com

MENTORING ACADEMY SUMMER SCHOOL AND CREDIT RECOVERY (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 8-12

Summer School is offered to any high schooler who wants to pursue courses not offered at their high school, complete AP courses, recover credit for a course that was unsuccessful or expand their academic and personal skills www.mentoringacademy.org

SARAH’S SCIENCE CAMP (BERKELEY & OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

nature hikes, swimming, games, and arts and crafts. Ages 5-15. Weekly sessions from June 13 - August 26. Locations in Oakland and Berkeley. Camp hours 9AM - 3PM. Beforeand After-care available. www.sarahscience. com/summer

SUMMER AT THE ACADEMY (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: pre-K - 8th grade

Summer at The Academy is an excellent way to shore up fundamental academic skills in preparation for the year ahead, and a great way for students to have fun!We offer we offer three multi-age sections of Morning Academics. We enroll no more than fifteen students in each section, allowing our outstanding faculty to provide highly individuated instruction. Registration is now open! Act fast to reserve your place. If you are looking for a summer program that offers deep learning and meaningful fun, send them to The Academy! http://theacademyschool.org/ about-us/summer-program/

SUMMER ACADEMY AT QUARRY LANE (DUBLIN) Age or Grade Range: Grades 3-12

Get ahead this summer! Our popular Jr. Summer Academy and Summer Academy offers a number of academic summer courses for students looking to advance in subjects such as math, science and language arts. Our summer academic programs utilize the distinct, engaging, hands-on approach that Quarry Lane is known for. www.QuarryLane. org/Summer

WRITE NOW! SUMMER WRITING CAMP (PLEASANTON) Age or Grade Range: Grades 2-8

Every summer, Hacienda School of Pleasanton open their doors and offer their innovative programs in a camp-like setting to outside students who want to share in the summer learning adventures. We offer three 3 of different writing skill: Expository Writing, Creative Writing and Presentation Techniques. Come join us! If you would like more information email Christina Trujillo; ctrujillo@ headsup.org. www.headsup.org

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY SPANISH CAMP (WALNUT CREEK) Age or Grade Range: 3-10

Spanish 4 Children Academy offers a great experience for your child. There are 4 Summer Camps themes. PIRATES, A WALK THROUGH THE JUNGLE, LET’S GO CAMPING, and LET’S GO TO THE FAIR. Camps are filled

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Camps and Curriculum include

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3 Week Camps beginning June 19th Montessori Elementary School of Alameda

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Summer Locations: 2226 Encinal Ave/2212 Pacific Ave Alameda, CA 94501 510-521-9227 (phone) 510-521-9246 (fax) www.thechildunique.org - office@thechildunique.org

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of fun activities, scavenger hunts, music, outdoor games, art, and more. Spanish 4 Children Academy will open it’s door at the new location on May 1, 2017 with preschool program and school classes. Contact Miriam for more information 925 262 3608 mlattanzi68@yahoo.com New location 2317 Buena Vista Ave, Walnut Creek CA

MARIN COUNTY FIDDLEHEADS: GROWING FRIENDS IN NATURE (MARIN ) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-13

Fiddleheads is a warm and playful non-profit program offering children therapeutic support and social and emotional instruction in the enlivening atmosphere of our Bay Area parks. We welcome children from all communities, and we are inclusive and honoring of neurodiversity in our groups. Sliding scale pricing, financial assistance, and scholarships are available for those in need. www.seeds-ofawareness.org/summer--camp

MARIN HORIZON SUMMER CAMP (MILL VALLEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-6

THERE’ S A LOT TO LOVE ABOUT MARIN HORIZON SUMMER CAMPS! FUN AND ACADEMIC. We offer outdoor adventures, swimming, as well as engaging STEAM themed programs every week. WARM AND WELCOMING STAFF. We offer small group supervision and a policy of inclusion to ensure all campers receive the attention they deserve. www.marinhorizon.org/ mhssummercamp

SUMMERCREST (SAN RAFAEL) Age or Grade Range: Grades TK-6

SummerCrest is a unique camp that seeks to challenge and build joy in learning through hands-on academic classes. Lively afternoon enrichment and outdoor programs complete each day at SummerCrest. Two 3-week sessions are offered for students entering TK - 6th grade: June 12-June 30 and July 3-July 30. SummerCrest classes for 2017 will be taught by credentialed teachers and will include Archeology, Endangered Species, Video Production, Time Machine Challenges, Computer Coding, Animation, Drawing, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Games, and Leadership. SummerCrest offers the total camp experience! Learning, laughter, fun, and new friendships are all part of SummerCrest. Extended day care is available. www. summercrest.org

SAN FRANCISCO SHC SUMMER INSTITUTE Age or Grade Range: ages 8-14

The SHC Summer Institute is a series of one-week enrichment courses for 5th 9th graders, and sports academies for motivated students and athletes ages 8 14. Instructed by SHC’s talented faculty, staff and coaches, students and athletes explore exciting topics through hands-on learning and field trips and pursue athletic achievement with others that share their interests and abilities. All academies run from 9 am to 3 pm daily with a lunch break from noon to 1 pm. http://www. shcp.edu/summer/

SAN MATEO COUNTY KIDIZENS - YOUNG MAYORS (BELMONT) Age or Grade Range: Grades K-3 and Grades 3-6

Join us for one to two weeks of fun and responsibility at our very popular Kidizens Summer Camps! Kidizens inspires students to become good citizens and future leaders, one LEGO brick at a time. In a fast-paced dynamic environment, the kids develop leadership and interpersonal skills while dealing with natural disasters, resident problems and financial crises. http:// thekidizens.com/

TECHYKIDS CAMP (PORTOLA VALLEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-14

The ultimate technology camp for kids, designed and taught by an engineer and teacher! Learn while you program a real robot and make awesome inventions! Learn 3-D Modeling, coding, robotics and design. All while making awesome project that are fueled by your originality and creativity. www. techykids.com

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focuses in Reading, Writing, and Math, Afternoon Specialized Enrichment in Science, Technology, Engineering, Communication, and Art offers purposeful summer fun and memorable friendship experience. School year programs are available to support long-term academic goals. Find out more details at http://camplegend.com. Enroll by 4/10/17 to Save 15%. http://camplegend.com

MANGA & FAN ART (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: 10-16

Manga camp will focus on two basic styles, shoujo and shounen, Fan Art - on drawing favorite characters from books and movies. At both camps students will study basics of human anatomy, facial expressions and dynamic poses. We support each creative individual, gently guiding through all steps of creative process. http://www.artschoolsfbay. com/

PRIDE IN LEARNING SOCIAL SKILLS (PLSS) (SANTA CLARA) Age or Grade Range: 3-5, 6-10, 11-15

PLSS day camp is about successfully navigating the social world. We encourage and expand on our campers language and problem solving skills using evidence based approaches in the natural settings. PLSS campers learn from each other as well as from their instructors.We only accept 4 campers with social skills difficulty and 3-4 typical able peers. The one -to -one therapist/peer sessions and community intervention program is the cornerstone of our unique approach. All our campers must be screened to be sure that our camp will be appropriate for the camper. Each group runs twice a week for 4 weeks. We offer each group in two sessions, lessons will change if the same campers enroll in both sessions. However, if we enroll new campers, we will repeat similar lessons from the previous sessions. http://www. pediatricspeech.com/home/social-skillslanguage-camp/

WRITE NOW! SUMMER WRITING PROGRAM (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: Grades 2-8

CAMP LEGEND (CUPERTINO) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1-6

Camp Legend features a specialized Academic-Enrichment Combo Camp for children entering G1 to G6. Students build academic skills as well as grow their talents through our specialized S.T.E.A.M. curriculum. Morning Academic Program

Every summer, Emerson School of Palo Alto open their doors and offer their innovative programs in a camp-like setting to outside students who want to share in the summer learning adventures. We offer three 3 of different writing skill: Expository Writing, Creative Writing and Presentation Techniques. Come join us! If you would like more information email Christina Trujillo; ctrujillo@ headsup.org. www.headsup.org

YOUNG INKLINGS CREATIVE WRITING (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-15

Play your way to the page! Through Society of Young Inklings unique blend of fun and active theatre games, writing activities and investigation of the techniques used in wellloved books, young writers will create their own unique short story, script for a play, or novel! http://younginklings.org/

ANIMALS, NATURE & OUTDOORS CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY AVID4 ADVENTURE (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Pre-K - 7th Grades

This summer, experience the power of authentic outdoor adventure! Avid4 Adventure camps teach pre-K - 7th graders of all levels to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors. With help from our timetested curriculum and insanely experienced instructors, we give campers solid skills and character-shaping confidence, launching them into a lifetime of empowering adventure. Day camp locations in Mill Valley, Palo Alto, Saratoga, Oakland, Santa Cruz, Campbell, Moraga and Walnut Creek. Overnight camp locations in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado. Learn more and sign up at www.avid4.com or call 800-977-9873 http://www.avid4.com/

CAMP ANV (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-13

Camp ANV serves low-income Oakland children ages 5-13. Since 2012, our eightweek Summer Camp, and our Fall, Winter, and Spring school holiday camps consistently offer these opportunities for your child: -Provides a safe space for local youth to learn the business of sustainable agriculture, -Conducts activities that promote fitness, -Teaches students healthy cooking and nutrition, -Offers students the opportunity to complete arts, science, and reading projects, -And develops financial literacy by depositing earnings from the harvest into bank accounts that can only be used by students for educational purposes. http://anvfarm.org/programs/camp-anv/

EAST BAY SPCA SUMMER ANIMAL CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1 - 12

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Echo Lake Camp has been offering residential camp experiences since 1922! This beautiful summer destination offers incredible views of the Lake Tahoe basin, fun recreational programming, and unique camp programs for all ages. Camp Scholarships are available! For more information about Echo Lake Camp, including a full list of programs, visit our website. Location: Echo Lake, CA

Youth Camp | AGES 7-14

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Offering five days of mountain adventures! Swimming, hiking, archery, arts & crafts, campfires, and new friendships are all part of the fun. Registration is available online. p Round-tri ion at transport provided

Counselor-In-Training (CIT) | AGES 15-16 Sessions available during Family and Youth Camps! Eight Sessions offered, June 17-August 18. Choose between our Family Camp or Youth Camp CIT Programs. Register Online! Fees per session (res/non): $250/$275

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$525 (res)/$578 (non) Session #1: Jul 31-Aug 4 Session #2: Aug 7-11 Session #3: Aug 14-18

Family Camp at Echo Lake

ALL AGES!

Our full-service Fa mily Camp experience includ es great meals, beautiful views, an d lots of fun programs for the whole family! Family Camp progra m runs June 17–July 30. Check availability online!

Berkeley Day Camp!

Supervised transportation provided for campers and CITs!

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AGES 14-15

fun packed into every week! Each day, campers visit Tilden Park or the Berkeley Marina and they’ll love our weekly themes, playing sports and field games, outdoor cooking, and participating in a different special event each week. 9 Core Sessions: June 19–August 18! Fee (res/non): $169/$202

Learn all about what it is like to work with kids! CITs will have fun interacting with young campers as they assist Day Camp Staff to plan and facilitate activities, games, sports, and art projects—a great opportunity to build self-esteem, learn new leadership skills, and gain valuable experience working with kids. 5 Sessions: June 19–August 18! Fee (res/non): $194/$232 (two weeks!)

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Core Program: 9am–3:30pm AM & PM Extended Care Available!

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just wants to spend a week doing everything animal, or they need a little experience and education before you add a furry friend to the family, our summer camp program will be purr-fect for them! http://eastbayspca. org/what-we-do/humane-education/animalcamp/summer-camp

OAKLAND ZOO ZOOCAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: PreK-12

Expect an exciting week of outdoor nature discovery, animal adventures, and fun! Summer Camp activities include zoo tours, interactive stories, games, craft projects, science activities and of course, animals up close. Oakland Zoo takes great pride in creating age-appropriate programs for campers in PreK - High School. http://www. oaklandzoo.org//ZooCamp_Summer.php

SARAH’S SCIENCE CAMP (BERKELEY & OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

Sarah’s Science is the Bay Area’s premier summer day camp with over 30 years of experience providing high quality science and nature programming. Each week of camp is centered around an exciting theme and campers make and take home new science projects every day. Camp also includes nature hikes, swimming, games, and arts and crafts. Ages 5-15. Weekly sessions from June 13 - August 26. Locations in Oakland and Berkeley. Camp hours 9AM - 3PM. Beforeand After-care available. www.sarahscience. com/summer

SHAKE RATTLE AND ROLL (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 11-15

Week long nature based camp sessions teach native outdoor living skills. Make and use tools: matchless fire making with a bow drill, arrow making, cordage, shelter building, identify plants for food and medicine, awareness games: fox walk, drum walk. Archery, bow making, outdoor medicine, relaxation meditation and more. http://www. oaklandnet.com/RotaryNatureCenter

TOUCH THE EARTH (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-12

Each week long session under the magnificent redwoods in Oaklands Joaquin Miller Park focuses on one of four exciting themes, Native Americans, Plants and Insects, Birds and Mammals, Reptiles. Counselors lead children in nature hikes, arts and crafts, environmental, awareness, swimming, games and camp songs and more.$250wk http:// www.oakland.com/RotaryNatureCenter

YOUNG NATURALIST AT LAKE MERRITT (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-10

At this camp Youth learn a variety of environmental skills: creek restoration, marine studies, bird life, native plants, and help staff at LakeMerritt Wildlife Refuge. We meet at the Rotary Nature Center at Lake Merritt. $200wk (extended care available). http://www.oaklandnet.com/ RotaryNatureCenter

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY AVID4 ADVENTURE (MORAGA ) Age or Grade Range: Pre-K - 7th Grades

CASTLE ROCK CAMP (WALNUT CREEK) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

Castle Rock is a magical farm where children learn to ride and manage horses. This is the beginning of a lifetime love of horses. Our

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beautiful Arabian and half Arabian horses are veteran campaigners of lessons and camp. Riding is the favorite activity for young children to enjoy on the back of a horse and we understand that. We give them maximum time in the saddle but we also include the care of the horse from grooming, learning to lead properly and making sure the tack is comfortable. We look forward to a long relationship with our campers as they increase their skills in horseback riding and consideration of their mount. We have all sizes from ponies to big horses. Your camper will fall in love before the first day is over! www. castleroclarabians.com

HIKING WITH LLAMAS (MORAGA ) Age or Grade Range: Grades 9& 10

During this four day camp students will hike in the Redwoods, learn to paddle board, rock climb and participate in a ropes course. Great camp for 9th & 10th grade students. www. orionacademy.org

SAN FRANCISCO NATURE NURTURE Age or Grade Range: ages 3-14

Since 2004. 6 campers, 2 teachers, 1 Jr. CAMP leader. Presidio-based nature walks, environmental explorations, word and running games, stories and good character challenges. Children enhance, learn and practice being kind to nature, others and themselves under Nature Nurture founder, Linda Constant’s kind-hearted, skilled mentorship and Nature Nurture trained assistant. www.naturenurture. com

SANTA CLARA COUNTY AVID4 ADVENTURE (CAMPBELL) Age or Grade Range: Pre-K - 7th Grades

Age or Grade Range: Pre-K - 7th Grades

CAMP UNALAYEE (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: 10-17

Since 1949 we have been taking kids ages 10-17 on outdoor adventures in Northern California’s Trinity Alps Wilderness. While at camp possible activities include archery,

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JR GIRLS LEADERSHIP CAMP (BURSON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-11

This 3 day 2 night summer camp is perfect for the younger girls. Ages 9-12 are welcome and no horse experience is necessary. Horseback riding is a big part of it, as well as caring for their very own horse. Team building activities build confidence and self esteem. Hiking, scavenger hunts and nature education all provide opportunities to learn and explore their world. Starts Friday with a parent luncheon orientation and goes through Sunday afternoon when the girls will put on a horse show for their parents! www. horsespeak.com

TEEN GIRLS LEADERSHIP CAMP (BURSON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 11-15

This 5 day 4 night sleep-away camp focuses on self esteem, the importance of kindness and empathy, good decision making, and how to be a leader among ones peers. This is an absolutely UNIQUE program you will not find anywhere else. The combination of equine facilitated coaching and team building activities is designed to develop essential life skills as well as be fun and full of laughter. They will also learn to care for and ride their very own special horse for the week. A maximum of 8 girls insures no one is ever left out. There is a 1:3 counselor/camper ratio with 24/7 supervision. www.horsespeak.com

Summer Engineering Camp

Summer Academy

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Explore. Create. Innovate.

For students entering grades 3-8 Our Summer Engineering Camp offers a dynamic, engaging program designed to spark the imagination and creativity of our campers while building solid engineering and technology skills.

Summer Academy

For students entering grades 6-12 Get ahead this summer! Our popular Summer Academy offers a number of academic summer courses for middle and high school students looking to advance in subjects includingmath, science and language arts.

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Summer Sessions: June 12- July 21

AVID4 ADVENTURE (MILL VALLEY) Age or Grade Range: Pre-K - 7th Grades

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crafts, swimming, boating, arts, rock-climbing, music, and much more. Each base-camp session also includes multi-day backpacking trips. http://unalayee-summer-camp.com/

HIDDEN VILLA SUMMER CAMP (LOS ALTOS HILLS)

section. Campers can look forward to handling and caring for the museum animals under the supervision of our trained counselors. http:// www.petalumawildlifemuseum.org/

ARTS & CRAFTS CAMPS

Age or Grade Range: Grades TK-12

We develop young leaders who are committed to social and environmental justice and are equipped with a sense of awe for natural and human beauty, tools for non-violent multicultural community building, as well as the confidence to make positive change in our families, communities and world. http:// hiddenvilla.org/programs/summer-camps

SOLANO COUNTY SUMMER HORSE CAMP (WINTERS) Age or Grade Range: 7-14

Come join us for an adventure with horses! Activites include riding lessons, vaulting, games on horseback, horsemanship skills, playing with babies, and all things horse related! Beginner through Advanced levels offered. Amazing, safe and fun Horses and Ponies used for the program. http:// fourstarfarm.com/horse_camp.shtml

SONOMA COUNTY PETALUMA WILDLIFE MUSEUM SUMMER CAMP (PETALUMA) Age or Grade Range: 6-12

Look forward to a fun week of animals, insects, educational games, and special guests! Curriculum includes animal behavior and biology, ecology, conservation, and natural science. Fun and educational games and activities designed to increase comprehension and retention are paired with each curriculum

ALAMEDA COUNTY ART YOWZA! (ALAMEDA) Age or Grade Range: 5-11

Art Yowza offers an exciting visual arts program that supports the development of new creative skills. We empower kids to think and use their imaginations. The nurturing environment encourages unique self-expression and self-esteem. The small class size, individualized attention, stimulating environment, and beautiful setting make it possible for every learner to blossom. http:// www.artyowza.org

BIG SPIRIT STUDIO SUMMER CAMP! (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7 & up

Big Spirit Studio Summer Camp week 1 July 10th-14th 9:00am - 3:00pm ages 7 & up I have been asked to do a summer camp for years and I’m finally doing it! The week will start off with clay and glazing. Together we will pick what projects we will work on for the second half of the week. We will have projects to choose from like tie-dye, faerie gardens, wood working, paper making and book binding and more! There will also be a guest artist to share a project with us in textiles. The group is small, only 6 to 8 makers with up to 3 instructors, giving us lots of time to really get into our creativity! For lunch we will be outside and take walks down the street to the park. Kids will bring their own lunches but snacks will be provided! www.bigspiritstudio. com

CAMP KALA (BERKELEY)

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Age or Grade Range: 5-17

Engage in hands-on art activities while working in a professional studio environment at Kala Art Institute. Class sizes are small so everyone receives individual attention from Kala’s fabulous teaching artists and assistants. Each week offers new projects and materials culminating in a gallery exhibition and celebration of student work. Discover new creativity this summer at Camp Kala! http:// www.kala.org/education/camp-kala/

DANCING PAINTBRUSH STUDIO (ALBANY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-17

Please join our award winning camps filled with fun and creativity! President’s Week, Spring and Summer Art Camps; for children and youth ages 7-17. We limit each summer camp session to 10-12 full-week students, so that each student receives individual attention. Our camp runs from 9am to 3pm; before and aftercare available for $15/ hr. Please call (510) 604-0036 for more information. Silver Award for Best Summer Arts Camp from Parent’s Press . www. DancingPaintbrushStudio.com

KIDS’ CARPENTRY (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: kindergarten-6th grade; ages 5-12

Make New Art and New Friends This Summer 2017 at the Richmond Art Center!

Register for Kids Camp before March 31, use coupon code SU17YC and save 10%! Visit our website for more information and sign up today! RichmondArtCenter.org 2540 Barrett Avenue Richmond, CA 510 620 6772

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Since 1982 we have been teaching children, ages 5-12, the safe-use of woodworking hand tools. Building from scratch and learning lifetime skills. www.kidscarpentry.com

SEW MUCH FUN (ALBANY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 10-17 grades 5-12

Spring & summer sewing camps. M-F. 9-5 pm. (extended yes) ages 10-17. grade 5-12. All levels. Small group. Choose a project & learn at your pace. Materials supplied. Sew Much Fun, 35 years experience in textiles, fashion, teaching Marianne Henri mjhenri@att.net professional Albany studio

SON RISE SUMMER FUN (ALAMEDA) Age or Grade Range: 2.0 through Kindergarten completion

Six weeks of summer fun. Monday through Thursday come explore weekly arts and crafts with us

STICKY ART LAB CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-12

Dive in to art and innovation with selfdirected, hands-on building and creative time. Mornings: Learn from a structured theme and skill-sharing. Afternoons: Enjoy playing at the park and a free build session. Hours 9am-3:30pm. After Care available to 5:30. stickyartlab.com

SUMMER ART CAMP WITH DIANNE STOCKLER (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 7-15 yrs.

Intensive work with clay and glazes in a small group setting, located in the Elmwood neighborhood. Hours are 9:30am-1:30pm. Limited extended care and some partial scholarships available. Check website for dates. DianneStocklerClay@gmail.com

SUMMER CAMP ART WORKSHOPS (ALAMEDA) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7 - 13

Studio 1.6 Art Camp reinforces learning all summer long with engaging arts projects encouraging creativity. Quality art instruction, small class sizes and lots of individual attention for each student. Drawing, Painting and/or Sculpture. Each session features a different artistic theme, providing an intensive learning experience. Suitable for all levels. Differentiated instruction. Ages 7 - 13 June, July & August 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Tuition: $42 per day or $200 per week (all materials are included)

THE CRUCIBLE (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-17

Explore industrial arts blacksmithing, glass blowing, ceramics, woodworking, jewelry, neon, welding, robotics, and more at The Crucible! Weeklong youth camps, for ages 8+, let imaginations soar while teaching handson skills overlapping science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Each week ends with a gallery walk where students proudly share their projects. http://thecrucible.org/ youth-camps/

MARIN COUNTY ART CAMP @ STUDIO 4 ART (NOVATO) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

17 years of hosting art camps in the bay area! Ceramics (including wheel throwing), painting, animation, TEEN only, fashion design are just a few options. Our instructors are highly qualified teachers that have all been trained in Studio 4 Arts teaching practices and philosophy AND are professional artists themselves! www.studio4art.net

SAN FRANCISCO CREATIVITY CAMP: ART LAB

new world-shifting perspectives! www.campmarcopolo.com

MANGA AND FAN ART CAMPS AT ART SCHOOL OF SF BAY (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: 10-16

Not just unique works of art. Not only strong portfolio pieces. Our students bring home a whole new set of skills that helps them to improve their performance dramatically. We support each creative individual, gently guiding through all steps of creative process. http://www.artschoolsfbay.com/san-jose

CULINARY CAMPS COOKING ROUND THE WORLD (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6 - 13

We are the juncture where cooking and cultural education embrace! We educate boys and girls about countries around the world and American states using cooking to celebrate diversity and embrace difference. Campers come away with respect for difference, a broadened pallet, and a desire to become a citizen of the world! Educational! Delicious! Fun! cookingroundtheworld.com

COOKING ROUND THE WORLD AT ST. ALBAN’S CHURCH KITCHEN (ALBANY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6 - 13

We are the juncture where cooking and cultural education embrace. The program is completely hand-on; everyone peels or chops or dices or minces. Campers come away with respect for difference, a broadened pallet, and a desire to become a citizen of the world! Educational! Delicious! Fun! www. cookingroundtheworld.com

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY COOKING ROUND THE WORLD AT ACALANES MASONIC LODGE KITCHEN (LAFAYETTE) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6 - 13

We are the juncture where cooking and cultural education embrace. We educate boys and girls about countries around the world and American states using cooking to celebrate diversity and embrace difference. Campers come away with respect for difference, a broadened pallet, and a desire to become a citizen of the world! Educational! Delicious! Fun! www.cookingroundtheworld. com

COOKING ROUND THE WORLD AT ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH KITCHEN (PLEASANT HILL) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6 - 13

Nurture your child’s creativity through songs, stories, games and sensory-based art. Art Lab will build creative confidence, encourage exploration of new sensory experiences as a group and help children learn through artistic play creativity.org

We are the juncture where cooking and cultural education embrace. The program is completely hands-on; everyone peels or chops or dices or minces. Campers come away with respect for difference, a broadened pallet, and a desire to become a citizen of the world! Educational! Delicious! Fun! www. cookingroundtheworld.com

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Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-5

ART CAMPS AT ART SCHOOL OF SF BAY (MOUNTAIN VIEW) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-16

THE CULINARY DUDE’S SUMMER COOKING CAMP (TIBURON)

Because your children are not numbers to us, our focus is to cater to each child individually, help them where they need improvement and cap our camps numbers, 25 maximum, to keep the class intimate, so your child does not get lost in the masses. We offer a variety of themes for the summer of 2017, come join us. www.TheCulinaryDude.com

CAMP MARCO POLO (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-13

Camp Marco Polo’s unique, hands-on, roleplaying experience celebrates diversity of art and culture along the Silk Road by exploring crossroads of past and present; arts and sciences, from East to West. Children take an Unforgettable Journey of the Imagination into the past, coming home before dinner, with

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DANCE AND BALLET CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY BERKELEY BALLET THEATER (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Age 7-21

Berkeley Ballet Theater’s summer workshops, open to new and returning students, offer unparalleled training under world-class faculty for beginning, intermediate, and advanced dancers in a diverse, supportive environment. Half and full day schedules combine rigorous classical ballet training with a diverse range of styles, including modern, jazz, capoeira, and pilates. berkeleyballet.org

KATHRYN ROSZAK’S SUMMER DANCE CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 5-17

Camp for ages 5 to Teen, Creative Dance, Ballet, Tap, Choreography, Crafts, Performances, Teachers are Professional Choreographers. We do the camp every year-Creative, Fantastic! 510 233 5550 or kdance@sonic.net www.dlkdance.com www. dlkdance.com

SHAWL-ANDERSON DANCE CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 6-18

Come Dance Explore and Create! at half-day dance camp, ages 6-9. Each day includes a modern/ jazz class, Followed with art time connecting themes of color and line. Dancers also explore new dance forms each day. Possibilities include ballet, hula, and hip-hop. The morning is complete with improvisation and making dance! www.shawl-anderson.org

SUMMER DAY DANCE CAMP (OAKLAND)

fun and opportunity for your family to love dance. www.love2dance.biz

Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-16

Classes in jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop, tumbling, African dance, drama, art, and music. Games, performances and fun! Boys and girls. All levels welcome. Campers placed in classes by age and experience Spring Camp: April 3rd - April 7th, 2017. Summer Camp: June 12th 2017 - August 18th 2017. Early enrollment, sibling, and multiple week discounts. www. eastbaydancecenter.org

MARIN COUNTY DANCE ARTS CAMPS (SAN RAFAEL) Age or Grade Range: ages 5-10 year olds

Marin Dance Theatre’s summer programs are filled with precious adventures for 3-10 yearolds. For some, it’s their first step into the world of ballet. At MDT, dancers will find tutus, tiaras, capes, crowns, balloons, crafts and beautiful music, while exploring new ideas in creative movement. For more information: www.mdt.org/415-499-8891/info@mdt.org www.mdt.org

TARA-CAPRICE BROADWATER (NOVATO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 2-Adult

Love2Dance offers an 8 week summer session in hip-hop, ballet, jazz, acrobatics, lyrical, contemporary and tap for adults and children ages 2 & up. New this summer we are excited to offer an 8 week summer workshop for ages 7 & up that will conclude with a performance at Disneyland. Rehearsals held Wednesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6:30 and the performance is on August 5-6. We also offer weekly themed camps for ages 2-8, held Monday-Thursday from 10:00-2:00. Summer session and camps will be held June 12-August 5. Check us out for a summer of

SAN FRANCISCO KIDS @LINES Age or Grade Range: 3-5, 6-9

Discover. Dance. Grow. Kids @LINES Summer Dance Camps June 19-23, 2017 Ages 3 - 9 at Fort Mason Arts Center Introducing LINES newest opportunity for young dancers that are creative and curious! New location, new ages, new generation. Register today! Discover, dance and grow with Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s new Kids @LINES Summer Dance Camps. Young movers and dancers experience the joy of dance in this unique approach to exploring creativity and dance-making. Spark imagination and curiosity with LINES this summer. LINES Little Artists (3-5 years old) - 9am-12:30pm LINES littlest dancers wiggle and giggle together as they explore foundational dance concepts. Dancers start to build confidence through their creativity as they discover their world through movement. $325, Early-bird $275 LINES Junior Dance Makers (6-9 years old) 1-5pm Through improvisation and investigation, LINES Jr. Dance Makers dive into universal concepts of dance and the choreographic process. Building together, dancers experiment with movement as they begin to design and create through a fun and fresh approach. $375, Early-bird $325 REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 15! Explore More at www. linesballet.com/kids Kids @LINES: Summer Dance Camps June 19-23, 2017 At Fort Mason Arts Center 2 Marina Blvd, Building C, 205 San Francisco, CA 94123 A Week of Curiosity and Creativity! www.linesballet. org/kids

PRESCHOOL MORNING DANCE CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 2.5 - 5

Young students receive an orientation to dance focused on improving a variety of basic motor skills and expression. Children explore rhythm and movement while learning the fundamental elements of choreography. Students are exposed to a diverse range of cultural dance styles, international music and elementary principles of pantomime, which combined are sure to spark an interest in the arts. They will also enjoy arts and crafts projects, story telling, and Musical Theatre - all at the Presidio of San Francisco Preschool Sample Schedule: 9:15-9:30am Meet & Greet; Show & Tell 9:30-10:15am Dance Class 10:15-10:45am Break/Snack 10:45-11:30am Rotation of Performing Arts 11:30am-12:15pm Arts & Crafts 12:151:00pm Extended supervised lunch care (optional) http://www.presidiodance.org

XIAN YUN ACADEMY OF THE ARTS CALIFORNIA Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-18

Summer camp at Xian Yun is the perfect place for young people to nurture a passion for the arts and culture. Students will be challenged to learn new skills while developing aesthetic sophistication in a healthy and supportive environment. Full-day and half-day camps in dance, visual arts, and Chinese language are available for students age 5 or older. Every week, we bring all students together for a BBQ/picnic at a nearby park to enjoy wholesome summer fun and make new friends through games and activities. www.XianYunCA. org

YOUNG ARTISTS DAY CAMP Age or Grade Range: 5-12

5-12 (Groups are split by age) Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:00am-4:30pm Cost: $535 per week Young Artists Sample Schedule: 10:00-10:30am Conditioning & Ballet Barre 10:30-11:45am Ballet Technique & Choreography 12:00-1:00pm Supervised

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FAITH-BASED CAMPS

experienced through stories, spiritual practices, the arts, cooperative outdoor games, yoga, music, and more. Our mission is to equip and empower children, through God’s love and grace, to be peacemakers in the world. All faiths and spiritual traditions are invited to learn, grow and play with us! www.mtumc.org

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SAN FRANCISCO CAMP BE’CHOL LASHON (PETALUMA)

FCC KIDS CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1-5

Space-themed Bible camp with skits, games, snacks, crafts, songs from 9am-3pm with beforecare & aftercare available. Register online beginning in March. Just $100 for first time campers. Counselor program for middle school & high school students. www. oaklandfirstcovenant.org/kids-camp-2017. html

LAKESHORE VACATION BIBLE CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

At our faith-based camp, kids are involved in fun activities, hands-on experiences; learn more about God and Jesus, and participate in non denominational faith curriculum. For the past five years. Lakeshore Church provides a multi-cultural half day and full day camp experience for five year olds to eight graders. ally@labcoakland.org

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CAMP GAN ISRAEL (DANVILLE) Age or Grade Range: Preschoool -8th grade

Camp Gan Israel is a summer day camp dedicated to enriching the lives of children from diverse Jewish backgrounds and affiliations through a stimulating camping experience. Camp includes sports, special themes and exciting activities, fun field trips and lots of spirit. www.jewishcontracosta.com

Age or Grade Range: 8-18

Camp Be’chol Lashon is a new multicultural Jewish overnight camp in the San Francisco Bay Area for campers from all over the United States, ages 8-18, with special leadership opportunities for ages 15-18. It teaches about global Jewish diversity, builds community leaders, and inspires a love of Judaism. http://bechollashon.org//camp/camp_about. php

FOREIGN LANGUAGE AND CULTURAL IMMERSION CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY ESCUELA BILING _E INTERNACIONAL SUMMER CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 3-9

EBI campers will explore art, music, science, cooking, movement, and dozens of other enriching activities in Spanish. For children ages 3 to 9 (potty trained). No prior Spanish speaking experience required for some sessions. Choose themes during registration. Sessions are half-day or full-day and two-weeks long.

THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP (PIEDMONT) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-14

MARIN COUNTY PEACE CAMP (MILL VALLEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-12

June 26th-June 30th, 2017 9am-3pm with extended care available Peace Camp is a loving, nurturing and welcoming environment for all children ages 5-12. Campers will be immersed in peacemaking activities as

We offer six weeks of summer day camp from July 10 through August 18 for ages six through 14 on our Piedmont campus. Many of our camp programs are Spanish or French language immersion camps, open to students who have basic French or Spanish comprehension skills. Contact: summer@therenaissanceschool.org or 510-531-8566.

DARUMA NO GAKKO (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: K-6

Daruma no Gakko is a co-operative, four week summer program designed for children in grades K-6 to learn about Japanese American heritage. The day is enriched with activities such as language study, history, cooking, origami, woodworking, tea ceremony, taiko and music. Please visit our website for more details. www.daruma-no-gakko.org. www. daruma-no-gakko.org

EB FRENCH IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 3.5 to 5

http://kinderstube.org/program-andschedule/

MANDARIN IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-12

Full-day 2-4 week Chinese Mandarin Immersion summer programs near Ohlone Park. Activities include language enrichment, swimming @ West Campus Swimming Pool, sports at Ohlone Park, Legos, arts/crafts, calligraphy, board games. hanwenschool.org

SHU REN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP (BERKELEY)

Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley’s full immersion French summer camp offers French instruction to children in Preschool and entering Kindergarten (minimum age: 3.5). Children will learn and/or expand French skills in an exciting, fun, engaging atmosphere on our campus in West Berkeley. No previous knowledge of French is necessary! Camp consists of 4 one-week sessions from July 17th to Aug. 11th, each with a different theme. You can choose how many weeks you d like your child to attend. Campers participate in French themed activities from 9am-3pm. Before and After Care available. www.eb.org/ summercamp

Age or Grade Range: Ages 2-4 and Ages 5-12

GERMAN SUMMER CAMP (BERKELEY)

Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-10

Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-13

BAKS+ Camp- Stein, Schere, Papier July 17th - August 11th, 2017 This summer we will explore what we can do with basic materials, including wood, rock, paper, clay, and much more. But we will also play games from all of the German speaking countries that are simple, yet fun! Each age group is led by a German teacher with experience instructing various levels in an immersion classroom. Our program is very hands-on: - our famous projects and crafts - immersion in German culture - field trips to support the curriculum weekly music classes singing, playing, acting, pretending, discussing, cooking, stories, games, outdoor fun- and all in GERMAN!

Students will use inquiry-based learning to explore each session’s theme, develop their Mandarin skills and engage in exciting, hands-on activities. For School-Aged Camp, each session will incorporate at least one field trip. Details of the planned curriculum for each session of the School-Aged camp and the Pre-K camp are available soon. (Curriculum is subject to change.) http:// shurenschool.org/programs/summercamp-2/

SPANISH IMMERSION CAMPS WITH VIVA EL ESPANOL (OAKLAND) The camps are designed to give children a unique opportunity to learn or improve their Spanish language skills. Camps are half-day or full-day sessions. During each camp, students participate in interactive games, music and movement activities, and arts & crafts projects that center around a specific theme. Beginner students learn basic language skills to supplement the vocabulary linked to each theme. More advanced students learn useful phrases, grammatical concepts and practice their conversation skills. This year’s camp themes are: - Going Hawaiian - Secret Formula Laboratorio - Los Cocineritos (Junior Chefs) www.vivaelespanol. org

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Special Events, Themes & Activities Visual & Performing Arts Engineering & Science Leadership Sports & Swimming Field Trips Full & 1/2 Day Options Flexible Schedule

TechKnowHow Summer Tech Camps Pokémon® Game Design Motorized LEGO® Builds Coding with Python®, Java® and Arduino® Robotics Programming Minecrafter’s Lab G irls STEAM Tech Camp Over 20 Bay Area locations Half & Full day options Perfect for ages 5-15

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their Spanish language skills. Camps are half-day or full-day sessions. During each camp, students participate in interactive games, music and movement activities, and arts & crafts projects that center around a specific theme. Beginner students learn basic language skills to supplement the vocabulary linked to each theme. More advanced students learn useful phrases, grammatical concepts and practice their conversation skills. This year’s camp themes are: - Los Deportes (Sports) - Secret Formula Laboratorio - Exploring Central & South America - EcoArt from Recycled Materials www.vivaelespanol.org

SPANISH CAMPS (WALNUT CREEK) Age or Grade Range: 3-10

Hola amigos! Vamos a divertirnos, let’s have fun at Spanish 4 children Academy Summer Camps. Spanish 4 Children offers a hands on creative curriculum for ages 3-10. Campers will have fun learning Spanish through games, activity pages, scavanger hunts, exploring nature. Themes for Summer Camps are: De Paseo por la selva, Vamos a acampar, Una aventura con los piratas, Vamos a la feria. Contact Miriam Lattanzi for registration mlattanzi68@yahoo.com 925 262 3608 www. spanish4children.net

SANTA CLARA COUNTY

SPANISH IMMERSION CAMPS WITH VIVA EL ESPANOL (LAFAYETTE)

J&R SUMMER CAMP (CAMPBELL)

Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-10

Age or Grade Range: 5-18

The camps are designed to give children a unique opportunity to learn or improve their Spanish language skills. Camps are half-day or full-day sessions. During each camp, students participate in interactive games, music and movement activities, and arts & crafts projects that center around a specific theme. Beginner students learn basic language skills to supplement the vocabulary linked to each theme. More advanced students learn useful phrases, grammatical concepts and practice their conversation skills. This year’s camp themes are: - Los Deportes (Sports) - Chop, Chop...Chopped Cooking Competition - Wondrous Outdoors at the Reservoir - Secret Formula Laboratorio - Los Cocineritos (Junior Chefs) - Exploring Central & South America - Mission Impossible www.vivaelespanol.org

2017 J&R Summer Camp 6/19/20178/25/2017 (10 WEEKS) J&R Chinese Camp K-G5 J&R Test Preps Camp G6 and up Skyhawks Sports Camp (all ages for flag football, baseball & soccer) Early Registration rate available if sign up before March 1st, 2017 Full day, half day and drop in services are available Recreation Swimming, Library/ Computer, Park tours are provided during summer camp without extra charge. There may be extra charges for any other field trips and enrichment classes Lunch & Snack: please check our online menu Daily healthy hot lunch/AM & PM snacks with fresh fruit and Vegetables. MSG Free, Trans Fat Free Nonfat milk is available at lunch time Drinking water is available for refill at J&R www.jrlearning.com

ROBOTICS IN SPANISH (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: Graduates of Grades K-5th

MARIN COUNTY

Four weeks of Robotics in Spanish this summer! Attend one week, or as many as you’d like! Each week different skills and robots will be presented, regardless of your child’s current robotics skill level. See website for more information & schedules. pasitosschool.com/camps

LFSF SUMMER CAMPS 2017 (SAUSALITO) Age or Grade Range: PreK-12

Language and Outdoor activities based French Immersion Camps. Camp 1: Asterix & Obelix June 26th-July 7th Camp 2: Multisports Camp: Soccer; Basketball; Tennis July 10thAugust 25th Camp 3: Island Adventures 24th July-August 18th History of Quality Camps Safe Environment Certified adult staff from the LFSF Low Instructor-Student Ratio Where possible 80% French-20% English www. lelycee.org/summercamps

GENERAL & TRADITIONAL DAY CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY

SPANISH IMMERSION CAMPS WITH VIVA EL ESPANOL (MILL VALLEY)

ADVENTURE TIME SUMMER DAY CAMP (OAKLAND)

Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-10

months - 12

Our fun-filled, varied programs offer: science, arts, crafts, cooking, languages, sports, games, nature, ‘Reading Heroes Club’, and multicultural activities. Our state licensed facilities maintain a 1:10 teacher/ child ratio and are staffed with well-trained adults, whose goal is to offer each child a nurturing, memorable, and safe summer camp experience. www.adventure-timesummer.com

BOYS ON THE GO CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-13

CAMP ELMWOOD (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-13

One week only Jul 31 - Aug 4. Under the redwoods on the grounds of St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Berkeley. Art, basketball, volleyball, ping pong, lawn games, music, drama, dance, science, cooking, swimhike, family barbeque, talent show, values, community service, opportunities for leadership. Camperships available as needed. stjohnsberkeley.org/communityce

GIRLS ON THE GO CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-13

Since 2002, Girls on the Go Camp supports girls to be bold, confident and fully expressed. Girls travel to destinations around the Bay Area by public transit and participate in interactive workshops. Our diverse staff is dynamic, engaging, skilled, empathetic and deeply passionate about their work with youth. Winner of Best of Camp Teen Award 2015-2016. Basic Day 8:30-4:00; Ext Care 8-6:00. Berkeley location: Runs June 12Aug 25; Oakland location: July 10-July 21. http://www.girlsonthegocamp.com/summerprogram/

GIRLS SUMMER CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 4-6

JMSG offers three summer sessions to girls entering fourth, fifth, and sixth grade. Sessions are one week long, and each session will have a variety of activities to participate in as well as a project theme. Girls may choose to enroll in any or all of the three sessions. Each week the girls will participate in activities that are planned by JMSG faculty to connect with the weekly theme but also designed to serve all learning styles. Most activities include a creative component, group work, and opportunity for self-reflection. Activities may include: learning dance moves, playing music, writing and performing poetry, exploring science, making nature-inspired art, practicing yoga, and playing sports/games. www.juliamorganschool.org

MONKEY BUSINESS CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 4.5-15

CAMPS PRESCHOOL FRENCH IMMERSION SUMMER CAMP

Age or Grade Range: Ages 4 years 9

The camps are designed to give children a unique opportunity to learn or improve

EL CERRITO SPORTS CAMP Non-competitive and Co-ed since 1992

Summer Sports Camp Ages 4-12 @ Cerrito Vista Park Morning, Afternoon, and All Day Camps

Sports & Games Camp: Activities include Soccer, Basketball,

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Baseball, Capture the Flag, Dodge Ball, Frisbee, Kick Ball, Hula Hoops, Jump Rope,

For children entering Preschool and Kindergarten (minimum age: 3.5)

Swimming, Play Structure, Foosball, Air Hockey & other board and table games

Soccer Camp

Baseball Camp

On-site registrations okay

Sunday Soccer

@ Canyon Trail Park April 2 - May 28

Head Coach: Joel Gildersleeve Soccer 12:00 noon-1:30 pm Ages: 4-5, 6-7, 8-10

July 17 to August 11 on our campus located by the Berkeley Bowl West

More information at www.eb.org/SummerCamp

On site registration any Sunday. Fees prorated.

Apples & Oranges snack break. 15% Sibling discount. Bring a water bottle!

www.elcerritosportscamp.com (510) 559-8208 Add Your Camp at www.CampsBayArea.com

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empathetic and deeply passionate about their work with youth. Winner of many Best of Camp Parent’s Press Awards. Youth Leadership available for ages 10-16. http:// www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/

SARAH’S SCIENCE CAMP (BERKELEY & OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

Sarah’s Science is the Bay Area’s premier summer day camp with over 30 years of experience providing high quality science and nature programming. Each week of camp is centered around an exciting theme and campers make and take home new science projects every day. Camp also includes nature hikes, swimming, games, and arts and crafts. Ages 5-15. Weekly sessions from June 13 - August 26. Locations in Oakland and Berkeley. Camp hours 9AM - 3PM. Beforeand After-care available. www.sarahscience. com/summer

URBAN ADVENTURE CAMPS (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 8-15

Urban Adventure Camps is a unique weeklong day. Camps begin each morning at local BART stations. Groups take daily field trips to the Bay Area’s best museums, activities, and adventures. Public transportation is used to travel between locations. Each session focuses on specific subject areas. Come Explore With Us! www.urbanadventurecamps

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY ADVENTURES CAMP, JR. EXPLORERS CAMP, EXPLORERS CAMP (EL CERRITO) Age or Grade Range: AGES: 4.75-14

Adventures Camp Spend the day with old friends or make new ones as you create arts and crafts, participate in fun games,

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hands on science, sports and fitness, music and morning visits to EC Splash Park. All activities and special events are focused around the weekly camp theme. Optional swim lessons offered for an additional fee. Jr. Explorers Camp We offer a traditional camp with spirited and responsible care. Campers will attend off site weekly local excursion. Each week will include swim, creative crafts, sports, and cooking. Summer will be filled with excitement, fun and new friends. Special Events and Assemblies will also be offered throughout the summer. Optional swim lessons offered for an additional fee. Explorers Camp Explorers Camps is the ideal place to send your tween. Each week of Explorers Camp includes two field trips, three days of swimming and classic camp activitiesinteractive sports and games, arts and crafts, cooking, air hockey and much more. http:// el-cerrito.org/DocumentCenter/View/6936

BACKYARD EXPLORERS SUMMER DAY CAMP (CONCORD) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-10

Markham Nature Park is a remarkable out door location for your child to experience the Summer Camp of a lifetime! Backyard Explorers is one of the few Traditional Day Camps left in the Bay Area that brings kids a unique experience that will be cherished forever. Your child will explore and play in an extraordinary setting inside a grove of breathtaking greenery and trees hovering over a creek enjoying dynamic nature hikes, and winning together in team sports and exciting games, such as: the Amazing Race, Water Olympics, and Survivor! With weekly trips of swimming, bowling or picnic BBQ’s; campers also take trips to sizzling bay area, kid friendly hot-spots! Whether singing camp songs, creating mind-blowing arts & crafts, or whipping up delicious cooking projects your child will have an amazing summer! Weekly trip schedule is posted on the website. www.ConcordReg.org

CRESTMONT SUMMER CAMP (RICHMOND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1 - 6

Every day at Crestmont Summer Camp combines organized activities along a theme with plenty of time for free play. Our goal is for every child to learn, grow, and have lots of fun, while building strong connections with the other campers and staff. www.crestmontcamp. org

LIL VENTURE’S SUMMER CAMP (CONCORD/ WALNUT CREEK )

2017 SUMMER CAMPS KIDS’ CLUB CAMPS June 12 – August 18 9:00am –3:00pm SUNSHINE KIDS’ CAMP (AGES 2-4) $375/week, $95/day, $80/half day A robust early childhood curriculum designed by our expert staff. ADVENTURE DAY CAMP (AGES 5-9) $375/week, $95/day, $80/half day Experiential education; activities include hiking and exploration, sports and games and other special activities. JUNIOR COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (AGES 10-15) $440/week, $2,600/10 weeks Focused on early job skills, including babysitting, early childhood development and leadership in a fun and interactive experience working with our younger camps. Pre and Aftercare available for additional charge. To register in Kids’ Club camps: 510-898-0037 or ClaremontKidsClub@Fairmont.com

TENNIS CAMPS JUNE 5 - AUGUST 25 Led by Tennis Director, Rosie Bareis USPTA Master Professional RISING STARS (AGES 5-9) HOT SHOTS (AGES 10-16) Full 9:00am-3:00pm; $525/week, $180/day Half 9:00am-1:00pm; $475/week, $150/half day Learn to play, team tennis, sportsmanship, strategies. TOP TEN TENNIS ACADEMY (AGES 8 AND ABOVE) Awarded 2015 USTA JTT Yellow Ball Program of the Year Open to juniors of tournament level of play, players with a USTA sectional, national or ITF rankings. Daily 2:00-5:00pm $525/week, $180/day To register for Tennis Camps contact: 510-549-8517 ext.852 or CLA.Tennis@Fairmont.com

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Age or Grade Range: Ages:5-7 and 8-10 yrs

Exploring the East Bay for 6 weeks of Venturing To Lindsey’s wildlife, oakland Zoo, hikes, Robin nd One,Bowling, Movies, swimming, ( not lesson), Library ( get your own card) , Lawrence Hall .. starting June 19th thru Aug 4 Closed the week of July 4 th . Registration: $25 to secure the space. Weekly fee $185 for the week or $950 for the 6 woks. Includes 2 snack, water, tickets to all the activities, movies, bowling, Zoo, etc... swimming pass .. Due to allergies you can bring your own lunch . For emergencies or forgetful lunches , we will have Pb& J sandwiches andturkey and cheese . Transportation is insuranced. CPR and finger printed. Any question please call 925-3051776, 925-207-3677

WHEEL KIDS BICYCLE CLUB (WALNUT CREEK) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-14

Learn-to-Ride in our Two-Wheelers program, (ages 5-8) Cruise around town on bike in our Camp Cruisin’ Program, (ages 5-8) or seek longer more challenging bicycle adventures in our Adventure Camp Program, (ages 8-12)! Older kids looking to have some fun but take on a little responsibility? Check out our CIT program. All programs explore the surrounding area, kids choose their daily activities, and Adventure Riding Camp will take BART into San Francisco to ride the waterfront! This camp is great for all ages and abilities and is surely a daily adventure! Come roll with us! www.wheelkids.com

SUMMER BRIDGE CAMP (SAN RAMON) Age or Grade Range: Grades K - 8

We offer academic and enrichment summer camp programs, including: Math, English, Chinese, Music, Art, Team Building Games, and more. Full/Half-Days. www.RenataLC. com

breadmaking, sports, music, dance, and much more. http://steveandkatescamp.com

SUMMER@SAKLAN (MORAGA ) Summer @ Saklan lets your child explore the world! Mornings on the Saklan campus are filled with culture and language enrichment. In the afternoons there’s summer fun, including field trips & swimming. Three week full and half day sessions with extended hours. Ages 3 - 11. saklan.org

Zen Summer camp offers your child a fun and relaxing way to spend summer vacation. Campers will engage in a variety of fun activities each day including yoga, games, arts and crafts, storytelling, relaxation and meditation appropriate for their age level. A healthy snack will be provided each day. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable clothes to yoga camp each day. www.nandiyoga.com

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SANTA CLARA COUNTY

Age or Grade Range: 3-11

ZEN SUMMER CAMP (SAN MATEO) Age or Grade Range: 5-8, 9-12, 13-16

ROSS ACADEMY MONTESSORI SCHOOL SUMMER MINI-CAMP (MILL VALLEY)

AVAC FUN FITNESS CAMP (SAN JOSE)

Age or Grade Range: Ages 2-5

Make the most of your child’s school break. They will learn new skills, develop self-esteem & make new friends while you gain peace of mind knowing your child is engaged in safe, healthy, stimulating activities. Maximum 50 campers. Ages 5 -12 (must be 5 by start of camp) Activities - swimming lessons holiday arts and crafts - fun fitness activities! - healthy snacks Register call 408.267.4032 www.avac.us/kidscamp

Ross Academy Montessori School Summer Mini-Camp. Continuing Montessori environment with regular staff the entire summer and lots of outdoor fun. Guest appearances and special events. Ages Toddler Program 2-3 years. Primary program 3-6 years. Held at Ross Academy Montessori School, 7 Thomas Drive, Mill Valley Ca. 94941. June 19-Agust 11, Full Day 9:002:30, half day 9:00-noon. 3 day programs (Toddlers only), individual weeks OK. Emailrams@rossacademymontessori.com or visit rossacademymontessorischool.com. rossacademymontessori.com

SUPER SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP (SAN ANSELMO) Age or Grade Range: entering kindergarten to entering third grade

Super Summer Adventure Camp in San Anselmo is gearing up for another fun filled summer of field trips, swim lessons, art, science gymnastic activities and lots more. Our camp is small and known for its warm, friendly yet exciting environment. Our experienced and adventurous staff will once again put on a summer that your child will not soon forget! Located on the spacious campus of Wade Thomas School our headquarters are fully equipped and air-conditioned. Swim lessons take place at Drake High School Pool. Our staff is experienced in Early Childhood Education and most work year-round. They are CPR and FirstAid certified. Join us for the fun! 453-3181 www.supersummeradventurecamp.org www. supersummeradventurecamp.org

SAN FRANCISCO SALESIAN DAY CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 3.5-7

Description: This camp has supervised, formative and recreational activities for children with various interests. nurturing campers in the Salesian Family environment, attendees develop into outstanding future leaders. We offer early/after care which is included in the weekly fee. Activities; arts n crafts, cooking and baking, sports, field trips, guest speakers and Thursday specials (birthday party, luaus). www.salesianclub.org

SAN MATEO COUNTY STEVE & KATE’S CAMP (SAN MATEO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-12

Our camp conforms to kids, not the other way around. Instead of a rigid structure, we give our campers choice. Everyday campers can choose from coding, robotics, music, breadmaking, film, sports and sewing. Purchase as many day passes as you want and use them whenever. Full refund for unused days. http://steveandkatescamp.com

STEVE AND KATE’S CAMP (ATHERTON) Age or Grade Range: 4-12

Our summer camp is designed to put kids in charge of their own learning experience. Kids develop the confidence to try, fail, and learn on their own. Whatever your child’s passion, they can push their limits at our camp. Stop-motion animation, fashion, coding,

Age or Grade Range: ages 5-12

CASTI CAMP FOR GIRLS (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: Grades 2-9

For more than 45 years, Casti Camp at Castilleja School has provided girls an all-day camp where fun, learning and friendships have been the focus. Casti Camp offers a range of age-appropriate activities including athletics, art, science, computers, writing, crafts, cooking, drama, dance and music classes each day. In addition, there are weekly field trips and memorable traditions, including talent shows, counselor skits, prison ball, BBQ Wednesdays, and more. Activities are designed to encourage creativity, selfconfidence, cooperation, risk-taking, and responsibility. Casti Camp is located at Castilleja School in Palo Alto, where we have a wide array of facilities including gymnasiums, art rooms, a swimming pool, classrooms, stage, field and more! https://www.castilleja. org/casticamp

SUNSHINE SUMMER CAMP (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: K to 8th

Field Trips Cooking Clay Art BBQ Party Soccer Basketball Swimming Creative Art Fashion Design Magic Show Laser Tag Chinese Math Reading Kung Fu Hot Lunches Pre-K to 12th Grade Next Level English, Math, Reading http://www. mysunshineschool.com/

GYMNASTICS AND CIRCUS ARTS CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY MONKEY NINJA SUMMER CAMP (EMERYVILLE) Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-17

PARKOUR, ACROBATICS, AERIAL & MORE! Come and hang with us! We’ll turn your world upside down. Get ready to climb, invert, swing, vault, flip and gain a new perspective! http:// www.athleticplayground.com/

HEALTH AND SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS FIDDLEHEADS (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-12

Children thrive when they feel supported. Fiddleheads is an outdoors day camp that offers social and emotional guidance in nature through mindfulness, movement and play. We foster growth through activities that promote sensory integration, emotional regulation and empathic connections. We welcome children from all communities, and we honor neurodiversity. http://www.seeds-of-awareness.org/

RASKOB SUMMER PROGRAM (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1-8

June 19-July 28 Support for students with learning challenges, must be able to selfregulate and work with others. Mornings: individual educational therapy, small academic & enrichment classes, afternoons: daily swimming, crafts & cooperative games. www.raskobinstitute.org

SOCIAL SUPER HEROS SUMMER CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 5-11

Our weekly outdoors Social and emotional skills groups in Tilden Park provide your child with a safe and fun setting to learn and practice new skills and be with friends. Activities are designed to inspire wholebody learning through doing and reflection. We use dramatic role playing, structured games, and facilitated free play to practice communicating feelings, playing cooperatively with peers, dealing with conflict, and learning the skills to make lasting friendships. Games and coaching are provided to teach your child skills in successfully navigating the social arena including topics such as joining in play with peers, handling frustration and disappointment, creating mutually joyful friendships, successfully resolving conflicts, reading nonverbal social cues, expressing yourself authentically and kindly, and maintaining attention & organization. All activities are play and relationship-based and many incorporate sensory regulation strategies, emotional management techniques, and all incorporate selfawareness, creativity, and fun! Appropriate for children who could use extra support to engage socially with peers, manage attention and body regulation, and successfully manage their emotions. Limit of 4 children per group to maximize social learning. Contact for more information or to enroll today! Karen Wolfe, MFT #53878 (415) 420-

9459 Karen@SFBayPlayTherapy.com or Nancy Wallin MFT #53175 (530) 902-1154 nancywallinmft@gmail.com http://www. berkeleychildtherapy.com/

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY BAY AREA RAINBOW DAY CAMP (EL CERRITO) Age or Grade Range: 4-18

Rainbow Day Camp (3-11) and Camp Kickin’ It (12-18) are camps for gender diverse youth (any youth exploring gender) and their allies. We have an engaging camp curriculum and amazing staff! Yoga, art, spoken word and outdoor fun and teens are on the go in the Bay. Come join us for year 3! www. rainbowdaycamp.org

We encourage and expand on our campers language and problem solving skills using evidence based approaches in the natural settings. PLSS campers learn from each other as well as from their instructors.We only accept 4 campers with social skills difficulty and 3-4 typical able peers. The one -to -one therapist/peer sessions and community intervention program is the cornerstone of our unique approach. All our campers must be screened to be sure that our camp will be appropriate for the camper. Each group runs twice a week for 4 weeks. We offer each group in two sessions, lessons will change if the same campers enroll in both sessions. However, if we enroll new campers, we will repeat similar lessons from the previous sessions. http://www.pediatricspeech.com/ home/social-skills-language-camp/

HORSE RIDING CAMPS

QUEST THERAPEUTIC CAMP (DANVILLE) Age or Grade Range: 5-19 years old

Quest provides an innovative therapeutic day camp with individualized treatment goals, professional staff and daily group therapy with a full, fun camp program. Campers with mild to moderate emotional/social problems, ages 5-19, participate for a minimum of 3 consecutive weeks, receive supportive feedback and proven methods for positive change. www.questcamps.com

SANTA CLARA COUNTY PRIDE IN LEARNING SOCIAL SKILLS (PLSS) (SANTA CLARA) Age or Grade Range: 3-5, 6-10, 11-16

summer day camp is designed to foster collaboration between typical able peers and peers struggling with ASD, ADHD and other social language disorders PLSS day camp is about successfully navigating the social world.

Castle rock camp is an amazing place for children to learn how to ride. We have 24 gentle horses and ponies that await your camper to provide the magic of learning to ride. www.castlerockarabians.com

RANCHO DEL LAGO SUMMER CAMP (BRIONES ) Age or Grade Range: 6-13

Our weekly camps start with the basics of correct position, steering, riding around obstacles, posting trot , jumping position, trail walk, games on horseback, and riding together. Campers put on our end of the week show, demonstrating all they have learned and perform it for their parents and friends on Friday afternoon. Repeat campers get to continue to learn new skills. Limited space available so register today and reserve your slot!! Contact us at rdlponycamp@gmail.com https://www. rancho-del-lago.com/summer-holiday-camp/

ALAMEDA COUNTY BEGINNER HORSE CAMP AT KENILWORTH STABLES (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-10

Come have fun, make new friends, and get immersed in the wonderful world of horses at our beautiful private barn in the Oakland hills. Two English riding lessons per day and two horsemanship lessons per day provide campers with a fun, well rounded introduction to the equestrian sport. Our amazing team of horses and ponies are well-mannered schoolmasters who love children and love their jobs. Catered to beginners ages 7-10. http://www.kenilworthstables.com/camp

FARTHER AFIELD COWGIRL SUMMER CAMP (BURSON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-9

All inclusive 3 day 2 nights sleep-away camp! Focus is on confidence building, conflict resolution, and teamwork. Kids are provided their very own horse for the weekend. – With this gentle equine teacher, they will learn about trust, kindness, responsibility, and leadership. – This is not just about learning to ride. – Our focus is on learning valuable life skills through working with horses and each other. www.horsespeak.com

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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CASTLE ROCK ARABIAN HORSE CAMP (WALNUT CREEK)

MORNING STAR FARM (NOVATO) Age or Grade Range: 5-14yr

Offering English/Western horse camps for

Age or Grade Range: Ages 5 -12

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ages 5-14 years, June 5-August 25. Camps divided by age groups & riding styles: Full Day (9AM-4PM) or Half Day (9AM-12:30PM). Camps focus on riding instruction, horse care, vaulting and trail riding. Mini Camp for ages 5-7 yrs., geared for younger set to learn about horse care and basic riding skills in a safe & fun environment. Also offered : Western/Rodeo Camp & Jumping Camp www. morningstarfarm.info

MUSIC CAMPS VOICE AND INSTRUMENT ALAMEDA COUNTY BERKELEY BAND CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-17

Come play in a few bands with other young musicians! We take vocalist, as well as guitar, bass, drums, keys, horns and strings. We spend 3 days rehearsing at Ashkenaz and 2 days recording at Fantasy Studios! Come one week or both. 22nd year, women run camp by professional teachers/musicians.

FIDDLEKIDS (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 6-14

Now in its twentieth year, fiddlekids is a unique, fun-filled summer day camp devoted to traditional fiddle music from across the world! We welcome young violin students and fiddlers, ages 6 to 14, with at least one year of playing experience. No previous fiddling is required. Camp is divided into skill-based groups of roughly 15 fiddlers, and each child attends classes with three of the camp’s fiddle instructors. Check us out at http://www. freightandsalvage.org/fiddlekids. http:// www.freightandsalvage.org/fiddlekids

GLENVIEW STRING CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Jul-99

Glenview Strings Camp 2017: July 31 August 4, 9 - 12pm, 1 - 5pm - Summer string fun - All level string camp for ages 7 and up, kids bring your parents! Located in Glenview district of Oakland at Park Blvd. Presbyterian Church, Aug. 1 - 5 from 9 - 5pm. Come all day, or Mornings (9 - 12) and Afternoons (15), only! Early Bird discounts available. For more information - www.glenviewstring.com or email glenviewstrings@comcast.net Looking forward to hearing from you! Sara Usher www.glenviewstrings.com

JAZZSCHOOL GIRLS’ JAZZ & BLUES CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Grades 5 or 6 -12

Our 8th year! Girls entering grades 5or6-12 who play an instrument or like to sing. MonFri July 31-Aug 4, 9:30-3, free concert Friday Aug 4, 6pm at Freight & Salvage Concert Hall, Berkeley. Supportive atmosphere with all women faculty from the Montclair Women’s Big Band . Choose ensemble electives! www. cjc.edu/girlscamp

MUSIC DISCOVERY WORKSHOP & YOUTH COLLEGIUM (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 7-18

Wunderkind’s Grand Tour Children in Grades 1 and up with an interest in the music and arts of the past are invited to join us as we bring the German Classical to life in song, instrumental music, art, dance, and drama. Group lessons, chamber music ensembles, and a final concert on Friday. 1763 Salzburg: Seven year old Wolfie and eleven year old Nannerl are getting ready to embark on the Grand Tour of Europe! Pack your bags, hop on a carriage and travel across Germany and Belgium to reach the great cities of Paris and London. While visiting the great courts and cultural capitals, don t forget to perform the most amazing concerts, astonishing princes and princesses, an empress, heads of state, even the future queen of France! Meet and learn from some leading composers of the day, and when you are not busy performing, dash off your own compositions! Youth Collegium, a concurrent program, is for rising 7th through 12th graders with prior instrumental and vocal experience who are ready for deeper musical exploration with its All-Collegium band. http://sfems. org/?page_id=624

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SFEMS MUSIC DISCOVERY WORKSHOP: WUNDERKIND S GRAND TOUR (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Grades 1 and up

1763 Salzburg: Join 7 year old Wolfie and 11 year old Nannerl as they embark on the Grand Tour of Europe! Pack your bags, hop on a carriage and travel across Germany and Belgium to reach Paris and London. While visiting the great courts and capitals, don t forget to perform concerts, astonishing princes and princesses, an empress, heads of state, even the future queen of France! Meet and learn from some leading composers of the day, and when you are not busy performing, dash off your own compositions! http://sfems.org/?page_id=624

SFEMS YOUTH COLLEGIUM (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Grades 7-12

The Youth Collegium is a parallel program open to rising 7th graders through 12 graders with prior instrumental and vocal experience who are ready for deeper musical exploration. This year, Youth Collegium participants will delve into the music of young Mozart, his father Leopold, and various composers who influenced him as a performer and a composer. http://sfems.org/?page_id=624

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY PERFORMANCE CAMP (SAN RAMON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 11-16

Camps are the perfect amped up version of our Performance Program, and it is our goal that each kid walks away with not just new found musical abilities, but fantastic memories and friends as well! Details: depending on the total number of kids, we will be splitting into bands of similar abilities, and each group will learn 2 to 5 songs in just a week, depending on how much they can handle as a band. At the school on Friday at 1pm, the kids will perform a live rock concert for friends and family! The set list will be decided first thing Monday morning after introductions and assessment. We will do our best to gauge what the kids like most and what will help each of them progress the most as musicians. Camps run the week of June 19th, July 10th and 24th, and August 7th. Camp will take place every day from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, with a 45-60 minute lunch break around noon. Guitarists will need to bring a guitar/pick/ strap, bassists a bass/strap, and drummers sticks. Everything else including amps and cables will be provided here at the school. If you have any questions, please call us at 925415-3340. sanramon.schoolofrock.com

ROCK 101 PERFORMANCE CAMP (SAN RAMON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-10

Camps are the perfect amped up version of our Performance Program, and it is our goal that each kid walks away with not just new found musical abilities, but fantastic memories and friends as well! Details: depending on the total number of kids, we will be splitting into bands of similar abilities, and each group will learn 2 or 3 songs in just a week, depending on how much they can handle as a band. At the school on Friday at 1pm, the kids will perform a live rock concert for friends and family! The set list will be decided first thing Monday morning after introductions and assessment. We will do our best to gauge what the kids like most and what will help each of them progress the most as musicians. Camps run the weeks of June 12th and 26th, and July 17th an 31st. Camp will take place every day from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, with a 45-60 minute lunch break around noon. Please send your kids with a water bottle, and nut-free lunch and snacks. (We will not leave the premises at ANY time). If any of your kids have allergies or special dietary needs, please let us know. If you have any questions, please call us at 925-415-3340. sanramon. schoolofrock.com

ROOKIES MUSIC CAMP (SAN RAMON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-7

Young rockers will have the opportunity to jam on guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and sing

too! While having a great time playing music with others, they will learn fundamentals like music theory, pitch, and rhythm. If you have any questions, please call us at 925-4153340. sanramon.schoolofrock.com

MARIN COUNTY SUMMER SING WITH SINGERS MARIN 2017 (MILL VALLEY) Age or Grade Range: 5-13 years

Does your child love to sing, dance and perform? Then look no further this is the perfect camp for you. Boys and girls aged 5-13years are invited to attend for one week or two. Each week we will teach a range of musical theatre, pop and classical songs; some with full dance choreography and the children will perform a show for their friends and family every Friday afternoon. Professional, qualified vocal and dance specialists will work with the children giving them training in vocal technique, ear training and chorus experience. Option to join youth chorus following camp allows them to develop their talent further and stay with the friends they have made. Camp runs every day 10am3.30pm with before and after are available. July 10-21st 2017 www.singersmarin.org

SAN FRANCISCO CAMP CMC Age or Grade Range: 9-14

Make great music and new friends this summer! Camp CMC offers young musicians ages 9-14 the chance to play in both small and large groups and explore many different styles with our diverse faculty. There are lots of chances play percussion instruments, sing, and do rhythmic movement. http://sfcmc. org/classes/camp-cmc/#campcmc

CMC CHAMBER MUSIC CAMP Age or Grade Range: 12-18

Spend a week this summer playing in supportive small ensembles, coached daily by CMC faculty. Students may also participate in master classes, large ensembles by instrument, and daily independent chamber music rehearsals. Pre-formed groups as well as individuals are encouraged to apply. http://sfcmc.org/classes/campcmc/#chamber

CMC’S CONCERT BAND CAMP Age or Grade Range: 10-14

Learn how to play great music for concert band this summer! Together we will work on rhythm, articulation, dynamics, blending, key signatures, and phrasing. Then we ll use what we ve learned to play together as an ensemble. We ll finish the week with an informal performance for friends and family. http://sfcmc.org/classes/camp-cmc/#band

CMC’S MUSICAL DISCOVERY CAMP Age or Grade Range: 8-12

CMC’s Musical Discovery Camp introduces kids to the world of musical sounds from Caribbean, Mexican and African-American traditions. Previous experience singing or playing an instrument is not required. The week’s activities will include singing, rhythm work, introduction to guitar and percussion, and ensemble work. http://sfcmc.org/ classes/camp-cmc/#discovery

COMPOSITION WORKSHOP Age or Grade Range: 13-19

Young artists study and write composition for small forces through the lens of the 21st century through daily classes in harmony, orchestration and compositional techniques. Guest artists perform students’ works in recital. Admission by interview and submission of at least one previously composed work. www.sfcm.edu/summer

SAN FRANCISCO GIRLS CHORUS SUMMER CAMPS Age or Grade Range: 4-11

Sing for your Summer! San Francisco Girls Chorus offers two day camps for young singers--no audition required. Prep Chorus Camp: Ages 4-7, 9am-1pm. Beginners and Beyond: Ages 7-11, 9am-4pm (aftercare available ‘til 5pm) Activities include: Singing games Folk dancing and singing Music theory

Dalcroze eurythmics ...and more! For the Beginners and Beyond Camps, activities will also include: Arts and crafts Beginning ballet and stage movement Kanbar Performing Arts Center, San Francisco, July 17-21 Please contact info at sfgirlschorus.org to register and learn more. www.sfgirlschorus.org

SAN MATEO COUNTY JAZZ/ROCK BAND CAMP (SAN MATEO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 9+

Half Day Camp Week of June 26-30 MondayFriday 9:00 - 11:30 am, $230 / 1 week Come and rock out with our Jazz / Rock Band Coaches! Open to Guitarists, Pianists, Ukulele Players who have been enrolled in private lessons for 2 or more years and have some jamming skills! Our seasoned Jazz / Rock Band Coaches will highlight the strength of each player while working on tunes that inspire the campers. 2 years or more of private music lessons is required to participate in this class. Each day the instructor will cover different aspects of playing in a band (arranging, improvisation, chord progressions, soloing, etc). Both jazz and rock styles will be covered. Band members go home with a recorded demo at the end of the week. http://www. myriadmusic.net/our-programs/summerclasses/#rock-band

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY BAY AREA SHAKESPEARE CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: ages 7-18

Kids get into the act! Have fun with your friends and learn all about the world of performance and Shakespeare from trained teaching artists. Two-week camps meet weekdays, 9 am 3 pm (optional aftercare until 5:30 pm). Experience not required. Campers stage a play on the final day. www. sfshakes.org

BERKELEY PLAYHOUSE CONSERVATORY (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Grades K-6

Dive into the world of theater arts with our 1-4 week musical theater camps for Grades K-6! Choose from themes inspired by popular titles: Zootopia, Sing, Matilda and Harry Potter. Plus classic themes like Broadway Triple Threat. Camps enrolling every week June-August. Optional before & after care. Financial aid available. berkeleyplayhouse.org

CAMP WINNARAINBOW (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 7-17

Explore nature, enhance your creativity, begin lifelong friendships, and have BIG FUN. For over 40 years, kids come to join our circus, our well trained staff teaches timing, balance and as our founder Wavy Gravy says, Survival in the 21st century or how to duck with a sense of humor. www.campwinnarainbow.org

DOUG’S DRAMA (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 5-13

-Four two week sessions -Full length productions - Extended care from 8:00-6:00 -Theater games, comedy, improv, storytelling -One of the East Bay’s most popular theater camps for over 20 years Www.dougsdrama. com

GLM PERFORMING ARTS CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: 6-14

An amazing 2 week theatrical experience in the production of The Pearl, set in an underwater kingdom. Children perform songs and dances and make props working with theater professionals. An extraordinary and very fun opportunity for children from beginners to seasoned performers. 7/31/17-8/11/17(performance night). grandlakemontessori.com

SPRING BREAK CAMPS: BERKELEY PLAYHOUSE CONSERVATORY (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: K-6

Join us April 3-7, 9am-3pm M-F! Grades K-2 will follow the yellow brick road on a musical journey full of theaterical exploration! Grades 3-6 will explore Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory through music. Both 1 week camps will end in final showings for family & friends. https://tickets.berkeleyplayhouse.org/ Online/article/spring-2017

YOUNG ACTORS’ THEATRE CAMP (SANTA CRUZ) Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-18

Our classes are all taught by working actors, singers, directors, dancers casting directors, agents, managers, and producers who bring their current experiences and inspirations directly to the classroom. There is nothing quite like learning how to sell a song from Sutton Foster or learning the Safety Dance from Glee’s Heather Morris or learning how to write great lyrics from Darren Criss while he serenades you. All of our programs are designed with each camper in mind regardless of age or experience level. From our intensive 1-day workshops to our Overnight Camps, we are sure that you will find YATC the perfect match for your goals! www.campyatc.com

MARIN COUNTY MARIN SHAKESPEARE COMPANY (SAN RAFAEL) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-18)

At Marin Shakespeare Company Summer Camps, we make Shakespeare fun! Campers learn the stories and characters of Shakespeare’s plays through story-telling, creative dramatics and theatre games. Why Shakespeare? He presents the human condition in all its infinite variety the beauty, terror, comedy, and passion of the human spirit. His rich language, complex characters and compelling stories help us develop our critical sensitivity and emotional intelligence. It’s a lifelong journey, as our students can attest, and our professional teaching artists make Shakespeare passionately, exuberantly fun! WHERE: Locations in Novato, Ross and San Rafael. See website for details WHEN: One week sessions, M-F. 9:00-12:00 pm; Two week sessions, M-F, 9:00 am 3:00 pm; June 12-August 11. Classes for teenagers: noon-4:00 pm. AGES: Boys and girls, ages 5-18 ACTIVITIES: Four programs based on child’s age. See website for specific dates: Shakespeare’s Stories: ages 5-7 (San Rafael) Young Company: ages 8-12 (San Rafael, Ross and Novato) Teen Programs: ages 13-18, Improvisation, and Performance (San Rafael) Tennis/Drama Camp: ages 8-14 (San Rafael) www.marinshakespeare.org

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA SHAKESPEARE CAMP Age or Grade Range: 7-18

offers kids an immersive experience in cultural arts. Classes offered include Yoga, Hip Hop, Art & Crafts, Theatre, Drumming, Printmaking, Photography, Fashion Design, Latin Grooves, and more _ missionculturalcenter.org

MODELING CAMP SFO Age or Grade Range: 11-17 YEARS

MODELING CAMP invites all girls to explore the world of modeling and fashion this summer! Photo shoots, fashion shows, fitness and style! Come ‘discover the model in you!’ Visit us at www.modelingcamp,com! www. modelingcamp.com

PLAYWRITING CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-12

Explore the world of playwriting! Theater games will inspire campers to come up with their own characters. Writing exercises will provide campers with the basics of story structure. We will introduce the concepts of character objectives, obstacles, metaphor and conflict resolution. Campers will develop their ideas into a two-character ten-minute play which will culminate in readings by guest actors on the Creativity Theatre stage. www. creativity.org

SAN MATEO COUNTY ACTOR’S STUDIO (PACIFICA) Age or Grade Range: Ages 10-18

This camp is for the dramatic ACTOR in your family! The camp will focus exclusively on acting technique through improvisation, character study and script analysis. Actors will use those skills in preparation for a full play at the end of the production camp. Explore the dramatic process from beginning to end! This camp casts the show at orientation a few weeks prior to the beginning of camp and students are required to come to the first day fully memorized. 3 weeks 9-3, M-F. www. spindriftschool.org

BROADWAY BOUND SESSIONS I & II (PACIFICA) Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-7

rooms & dance studio. Small class sizes, with highly skilled, experienced music, dance, and theatre Teachers. BENEFITS for you! All of your child’ s performing arts summer activities in one place! We allow the flexibility of weekly enrollment and incentives for camp families who sign up for more than 2 weeks. Register now on our website myriadmusic.net or by calling 650-574-2844 http://www.myriadmusic.net/our-programs/summer-performingarts-camps-ages-3-8/

SPOTLIGHT STARS SESSIONS I & II (PACIFICA) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-12

Over the course of 4 weeks, (3 weeks for session 2), campers will learn the value of teamwork as each and every cast member works together to put on a full musical production taught by professionals in their respective fields. Our intensive schedule of classes is designed to educate and stimulate that aspiring young actor in your family. Most of the day is spent on training and teamwork, whether cast as ensemble or with a speaking role, your performer will have a lot to learn and do! Mornings are spent with professionals in their fields exploring the following: ACTING: Your child will learn about emoting and communicating effectively on stage. Scene study and basic script analysis will be explored. DANCE: Explore a wide range of styles, with an emphasis on Musical Theatre & Presentational Dance. VOICE & MUSIC: Whatever your child’s range, he or she is bound to find a new level of skill. Show tunes (both ensemble and solo) & other styles of song will be studied, along with rhythm & harmony basics. Afternoons are spent in rehearsal, putting the mornings teachings to practice with: A MUSICAL THEATRE SHOW EXPERIENCE! www.spindriftschool.org

TEEN MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP (PACIFICA) Age or Grade Range: Ages 12-18

An exclusive four-week intensive training experience for teens to explore and learn about acting, music, dance, and musical theatre. Guided by professional artists in their fields, students will be immersed in every aspect of what makes a musical, finally presenting a FULL PRODUCTION to the public. This full-day, month long camp is available to all teens; no previous experience is necessary. Mon-Thur 1pm to 7pm. www.spindriftschool. org

SANTA CLARA COUNTY TABARD THEATRE 2017 PERFORMING ARTS YOUTH CAMPS (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6 to 14

The Tabard Theatre’s Summer Performing Arts Youth Camps are fun musical theatre adventures for youth of all skill levels and we warmly welcome children trying theatre for the first time! Children are given the opportunity to experience the many facets of musical theatre in a hands-on setting. www. tabardtheatre.org

PRESCHOOL AGE CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY MONKEY BUSINESS CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-4

Monkey Business Pre-K kids receive a distinctive classic camp experience at an indoor/outdoor location near Tilden Park. Bubbles, Sand Play, Art, Storytelling, Story Time, Games, Movement, End of Week Nature

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This camp is for the young performer in your family! Over the course of four weeks M-Th from 9-12noon session I or three weeks M-F session II, children will be introduced to the performing arts by professional artists, spending the beginning of the day exploring basics in Movement, Theatre and Music. The last part of the morning is spent rehearsing their show. At the end they experience the magic of theatre with lights, sets, costumes and live music in a final production! Tuition: $495 ($465 early bird rate, if paid in full by 3/31/17) $100 non-refundable deposit is required. Balance due by first day of camp. *Childcare available. www.spindriftschool. org

PERFORMING ARTS CAMP (SAN MATEO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-8

Returning this Summer: Music, Dance, Art & Theatre! 6 different unique weekly themes. Students rotate daily through Music, Dance, Art & Theatre classes with an end-of-week presentation for loved ones. Beautiful class-

GILBERT & SULLIVAN SCENES Age or Grade Range: 10-18

The Gilbert & Sullivan Scenes program explores the Topsy-Turvy world of rollicking pirates, damsels in distress, and modern major generals! Lamplighters Music Theatre artistic staff directs daily classes in singing, acting, and stage movement. The program culminates in a fully staged and costumed performance. Admission by audition. www. sfcm.edu/summer

MAS MULTICULTURAL ARTS SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-13

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Treasure Hunt, Organic Food, Nap/Rester Time! Our diverse staff is dynamic, engaging, skilled, empathetic and compassionate. Winner of Best Pre-K Camp Award. August 7-25; Hours 8:30-3:30, with ext. care 8-6. http://www.monkeybusinesscamp.com/ summer-pre-k-program/

PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP (OAKLAND)

child, from Sports Camp, Dinosaur Adventure, Culinary Delights, Fascinating Photography and Read-a-Long and Math-a-thon tutoring, enjoy your summer. Hands on learning that fosters creativity and curiosity with 2 locations in Alameda, from award-winning preschool, The Child Unique Montessori School. http:// www.thechildunique.org

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY

Age or Grade Range: 3.5 -5.5

MCPC operates as a parent cooperative during the school year, but opens its doors to the children of the community for its annual Preschool Summer Camp. We foster creative, cognitive, social, emotional and fine motor development with our imaginative (messy!) projects. Both summer sessions are three-week programs that meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am - 12:30pm with optional extended days are offered 12:30 3pm. A maximum of 25 children, ages 3.5 to 5.5, may enroll. Registration opens April 2017. www.MCPCkids.org

SONSHINE PRESCHOOL (PLEASANTON) Age or Grade Range: 2-years up to the entry of 1st grade

Children will have fun as we balance the daily schedule with indoor and outdoor activities designed to promote social skills, language development, math and science inquiry, self-help skills, and large/fine motor development! Children will have a blast on our cool playground in the shade of our beautiful trees! www.sonshinepreschool.com

WORLDS OF WONDER (ALAMEDA) Age or Grade Range: 2-11 years

WALNUT AVENUE SUMMER CAMP (WALNUT CREEK) Age or Grade Range: 6-Feb

We offer 9 consecutuive weeks of Summer Camp from June to August. Camps are offered Monday thru Thursday, from 9:00 - 11:45, with options for Early Bird drop off and Lunch Bunch. You can pick the days and weeks your child will attend (based on availability). Each week offers a different theme: Summer Celebration, The Great Outdoors, America the Beautiful, Dinosaurs Galore, Music in Motion, Three Ring Circus, Treasure Island, All Star Sports, and Fantasy Fun. The children stay engaged with lots of art, science, gross motor activities, water play and free exploration outside and inside. Our Facility has a beautiful, very spacious, naturally shaded and safe play yard; Your child is guarenteed to have a wonderful time at our camp! www. waccp.org

MARIN COUNTY MAGICAL FOREST SUMMER CAMP AT MARIN WALDORF (SAN RAFAEL) Age or Grade Range: 3.5-6 yrs old

A variety of 2 & 3 week options to engage any

The Magic Forest Summer Camp at Marin Waldorf School offers a magical summer camp program for children ages 3.5 to 6 years old. Children will enjoy a variety of outdoor activities along with storytelling, music, fort building, pizza making, crafts, water play and

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Friday picnics. There are 3 x 2-week sessions that go from June19- July 28. Camp hours are 8:30am to 3pm. Please visit our website for additional information or call to register today. 415-479-8190 www.marinwaldorf.org

SAN FRANCISCO DINOSAUR CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-5

Stoke your child’s curiosity and imagination this summer with Dinosaurs! Through fun stories, songs and activities kids will learn more about the prehistoric reptiles that once ruled the earth. www.creativity.org

SANTA CLARA COUNTY DOWNTOWN SCHOLARS PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: 5-Feb

Play based preschool program with fun, interactive bi-weekly themes. Choose as many sessions as you need! Full time 7:00am-6:00pm Half day 8:30-12:00 Full week and part week options available! www. downtownscholarscdc.com

SCIENCE CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY KIDS FOR THE BAY SUMMER CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 5-14

Campers will enjoy hands-on outdoor science and nature activities while exploring local creek, bay, and ocean habitats, hiking, kayaking, studying aquatic invertebrates, swimming at Lake Anza, and much more! Camp leaders are year-round KIDS for the BAY staff members. Multiple one-week sessions with a variety of themes. www.kidsforthebay. org/summer-camp/

LAWRENCE HALL OF SCIENCE SUMMER CAMPS (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Age 4 Through Grade 12

Lawrence Hall of Science half- and full-day summer camps offer high-quality learning opportunities for kids age 4 through grade 12. Choose from a variety of exciting topics including computer science, animals & nature, animation, engineering, chemistry, and robotics. All camps, except overnight camp, are held in Berkeley, CA. http://www. lawrencehallofscience.org/visit/camps_and_ classes/summer_camps

SARAH’S SCIENCE CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

Our day camps offer exciting daily field trips to the Bay Area’s best museums, science centers, activities, and attractions. urban attractions

Sarah’s Science is the Bay Area’s premier summer day camp with over 30 years of experience providing high quality science and nature programming. Each week of camp is centered around an exciting theme and campers make and take home new science projects every day. Camp also includes nature hikes, swimming, games, and arts and crafts. Ages 5-15. Weekly sessions from June 13 - August 26. Locations in Oakland and Berkeley. Camp hours 9AM - 3PM. Beforeand After-care available. www.sarahscience. com/summer

SUMMER ENGINEERING CAMP AT QUARRY LANE (DUBLIN) Age or Grade Range: Grades 3-8

Calling all budding engineers! Quarry Lane’s Summer Engineering Camp offers a dynamic, engaging program designed to spark the imagination and creativity of our campers while building solid engineering and technology skills. Campers will learn to design, build and control robots as well as the fundamentals of computer programming. www.QuarryLane.org/Summer

FARTHER AFIELD CAMP SEA LAB (MONTEREY) Age or Grade Range: 8-16

Catch the summer camp wave on Monterey Bay: week-long day and residential summer

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camps, and tall-ship teen programs. Each week has a specialized focus that emphasizes activities such as tidepooling, kayaking, snorkeling, surfing. Register online for programs that will enhance your child’s ocean passion: campsealab.org campsealab.org

MARIN COUNTY SUMMER DISCOVERY CAMP 2017 (SAUSALITO) Age or Grade Range: Preschool; Kindergarten; 1st-3rd; 4th-9th.

Give your kids a rewarding summer in a fun and stimulating environment at the Bay Area Discovery Museum’s Discovery Camps in Sausalito. Our camps provide child-directed, inquiry driven learning through project-based, hands-on activities designed to intentionally boost creativity, STEM skills, and critical thinking. http://bayareadiscoverymuseum. org/activities/summer-camps/

SAN FRANCISCO GIRLS IN S.T.E.A.M. Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-12

This camp is designed to offer exciting handson learning projects that empower girls to creatively express themselves and develop skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. (S.T.E.A.M.) Each day girls will engage in challenges that solve problems by building moving inventions, learning to code and program robots, conducting experiments in a science lab, and creating interactive art work. At the end of camp girls will present their projects and process providing a rich experience in leadership. www.creativity.org

MAKER CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-12

Kids will embrace their inner maker with an assortment of tools to construct things and tinker with clay, sound, paper, code and cardboard to engineer and create amazing pieces of work. Learn basic electronics such as lighting up LEDs, making musical switches on the MaKey MaKey with conductive materials, and code Dash and Dot through a series of challenges! Build sculptures that move with clay, paper and cardboard and even add electronics to enhance them. www. creativity.org

SAN MATEO COUNTY MARINE SCIENCE CAMP (REDWOOD CITY) Age or Grade Range: Grades K-12th

Marine Science Camps available Monday through Friday June 12-August 11, 2017. Registration opens February 1. Campers will take part in science-in-action with hands-on projects and animal touching. Discover local habitats and animals at our Redwood City site and through field trips across the Bay Area, including a day-long trip aboard our research vessel, the Robert G. Brownlee. http://www. sfbaymsi.org/marinecamp

SANTA CLARA COUNTY STANFORD’S SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND MEDICINE SUMMER PROGRAM (STANFORD) Age or Grade Range: Grades 11 & 12 and college pre-med

Our two-week summer program (June 19 - 30, 2017) is designed for high school and pre-medical undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, STEM, medical research and development, or health care design, with a specific focus on medicine, Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine. https://med.stanford.edu/ anesthesia/education/SASI.html

YOUTH SCIENCE INSTITUTE SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS (LOS GATOS) Age or Grade Range: PreK-6

YSI Summer Science Camp in Los Gatos was voted the best summer camp in Silicon Valley. Our Summer Science Camp promotes science and playful experiences that foster the development of important social skills for children. http://www.ysi-ca.org/summerscience-camp

SLEEPAWAY CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY BERKELEY ECHO LAKE CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-16

Campers ages 7-14 and CIT’s ages 15-16 will enjoy a five-day overnight summer camp available in three sessions during the month of August. Hike the PCT, enjoy our heated swimming pool, canoe in Echo Lake, and make new friends, all in a beautiful high sierra environment overlooking South Lake Tahoe, CA. Charter Bus Transportation Provided to and from Berkeley! Visit our website for more information. http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/ EchoLakeCamp/

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WINSLOW TENNIS ACADEMY’S KIDS HIGH PERFORMANCE TENNIS CAMP (EL CERRITO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-13

Announcing our second Kids High Performance Tennis Camp. For stronger Intermediate players already competing or interested in competing. Ages 9-13. Monday August 21-Thursday August 24, 9am-1pm. Camp is focused, fun and rigorous, with drills, competition, point tactics, and speed and conditioning work. alexanderbwinslow@gmail. com www.winslowtennisacademy.com

WORLD OF WONDER - GET MOVING SPORTS CAMP (ALAMEDA) Age or Grade Range: 18 months - 7 years old

Children will enjoy the outdoor weather and mix it up with various games and activities to get their hearts and limbs moving! Teachers will act as basketball, baseball and bowling coaches. Children will practice improving their coordination and skills while having fun! http://thechildunique.org/forms

Age or Grade Range: Ages 9 - 14

Camp Summit for the gifted, talented, creative is a week long overnight summer camp designed specifically for gifted students ages 9 through 14. Created especially for developing the inner and outer nature of gifted youth, Camp Summit offers stimulating and challenging activities combined with a staff uniquely qualified to nuture such a community located in beautiful, pictureseque settings. campsummitforthegifted.com

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY EL CERRITO SPORTS CAMP (EL CERRITO) Age or Grade Range: 4.75-12

Non-competitive, co-ed. Options galore! 3 Camps at one location: Sports & Games Variety, Baseball Camp, Soccer Camp. 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, 1:00 -6:00 pm, or All Day (discounted rates) Parent's Press Ad 2017.qxp_Parent's Press Ad 2005 1/24/17 12:00 PM9:00-6:00. Page 1 Drop ins welcome. Sports and Games Variety includes basketball, soccer, capture-the-flag, baseball & T-ball, tag games, Frisbee, hula hoops, jump rope, play structure.... Board ALAMEDA COUNTY games at our shaded home base include Foosball, Air hockey. Connect 4, Chess, etc. COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA YOUTH Swimming option Tuesday & Thursday. www.

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LEARN TO DIVE ~ SPRINGBOARD DIVING CLASSES (SAN RAMON) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-95

CAL Diving Club offers Year-Round Springboard diving Camps, Classes, and Teams. Participants safely advance at their own pace. Beginners are exposed to all of diving’s basic skills, dives, and somersaults. Instruction is focused on the FUNdamentals. Intermediate/Advanced divers are offered the latest techniques including our 2 dryland facilities and Tower. www.CALdiving. org

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Boating Camps ages 7 to 17, basic boating to advanced sailing. Younger kids start with pedalboats, canoes, and kayaks then Optis for sailing. Each camp builds skills and introduces new boats to progress from Lake Merritt to Estuary. More at www.sailoakland. com 510-238-2196. 9am 3:30pm. B/A 8am-6pm at Lake Merritt. $200-$395/week. www.sailoakland.com

OAKLAND ICE CENTER (OAKLAND)

Age or Grade Range: 4-16

Fun, Function, Fitness, Friendship. Ninja Camps offers all of these! We have 25+ years creating an experience for kids & teens that gives them practical martial arts skills, building strength & coordination while having fun and making friends. We keep your kid smiling & sweating! www.ninjacamps.com

BLASTER CAMP (SAUSALITO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-14

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-18

SAFE, FUN & EXCITING NERF BLASTER GAMES & BATTLES. Because your kids love NERF games and battles and because you love it when your kids play outside, get exercise and make new friends. We guarantee that a week of camp will improve your child’s speed, quickness, endurance and agility. Weekly sessions and daily drop-ins welcome. www. nerfcamp.com

The Only Guided Outdoor Rock Climbing Experience Designed Especially for Marin and San Francisco Kids. Marin GreenPlay offers the only weeklong outdoor climbing experiences for kids from Marin and San Francisco. Our professionally-guided rock climbing trips have been incredibly popular since we started offering them in 2012. AMGA certified climbing instructors will show campers proper safety techniques and proper wear and care of climbing gear, knot tying, buddy check, climbing up, lowering, commands, rappelling, bouldering, belaying, and more. We provide all of the necessary equipment. Limited to 10 climbers so campers get as many climbs in as they want. www.maringreenplay.com

CANON KIDS SPORTS CAMP (FAIRFAX) Age or Grade Range: 5-13

20th Annual Canon Kids Sports Camp with Mark Anderson runs June 19- August 18 this summer in Fairfax. Campers will swim, bike, hike, build tree forts and play all the sports. www.maaquatics.com

MT TAM BIKES CAMP (MILL VALLEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-14

Founded in 2006, we are a five day camp for novice to advanced riders, ages 8 - 14.

SAN FRANCISCO BLASTER CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-14

SAFE, FUN & EXCITING NERF BLASTER GAMES & BATTLES. Because your kids love NERF

CAMPS ADVENTURE TIME Summer Day Camp 2017

June 12 Through the End of Summer Enroll in Any or All of the Weeks

LAKE MERRITT BOATING & SAILING CAMPS (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-17

NINJA CAMP (CORTE MADERA)

OUTDOOR ROCK CLIMBING WITH MARIN GREENPLAY CAMP (MILL VALLEY)

Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-17

Summer Youth Volleyball Camp Information. The College of Alameda youth volleyball camps are designed to provide campers, of all ability levels, a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Campers will receive training in the fundamentals of passing, setting, hitting, serving, offensive and defensive tactics, and match play. Campers are divided by skill level, age, and years of experience to provide the optimal learning environment. The volleyball camp is for both girls and boys. http://alameda.peralta.edu/womens-volleyball/flyersand-forms/

Located in Mill Valley, California, our sessions explore the world-renowned trails of Marin County. Experience the outdoors this summer on a mountain bike. Ride new trails each day in a fun, non-competitive environment. www. mttambikescamp.com

At elementary school sites in: Oakland, San Leandro, Castro Valley, Fremont, and Napa Enroll Now For An Exciting Summer of Workshops, Arts, Crafts, Sports, Games, Swimming, And Fun! For Children Entering Kindergarten Through Sixth Grade www.adventure-timesummer.com Full-day or Half-day, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week

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Age or Grade Range: All Ages

Oakland Ice Center Operated by Sharks Ice is operated by Sharks Sports & Entertainment, the parent company of the NHL San Jose Sharks. The facility contains one NHL-sized ice surface and one Olympic sized ice surface and accommodates ice hockey, figure skating, broomball, curling, speed skating, ice dancing and public skating. http://www.oaklandice. com/

SUPER FUN KIDS SUMMER TENNIS CAMPS (EL CERRITO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-13

Winslow Tennis Academy’s Super Fun Kids Summer Tennis Camps -- Dates: July 1721 and August 14-18. For Kids Ages 7-13 ranging from Brand New Beginner to Lower Intermediate player. Kids have a ton of fun and actively participate in a lively and supportive environment. Outstanding technical instruction. Terrific, attentive staff. www. winslowtennisacademy.com

COOKING ROUND THE WORLD SUMMER CAMP Where cooking + learning about the world + making friends = a recipe for fun! 510.593.5285 www.cookingroundtheworld.com

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Ages 2 and up Dance Camps Birthday Parties 4 state-of the art studios, sprung floors Easy parking Easy online registration & payment

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games and battles and because you love it when your kids play outside, get exercise and make new friends. We guarantee that a week of camp will improve your child’s speed, quickness, endurance and agility. Weekly sessions or daily drop-ins welcome. www. nerfcamp.com

GIRLS LEADING GIRLS SUMMER CAMP Age or Grade Range: 8-14

GIRLS’ ART & SOCCER CAMP: June 5-9th, 8:30-3:30pm in SF; this is for 3rd graders and up. Local female artists will be leading the camp with SF Sol coaches. Cost is $375, early bird 10% off OR sibling 10% discounts. Register by March 15th for early bird discount, space is limited. LEADERSHIP & SOCCER CAMP: This year we are offering TWO leadership and soccer camps, July 31stAugust 4th and the other on August 7th-11th. Cost is $400 per player, early bird 10% off OR sibling 10% discounts. Please contact us for more information regarding locations for each camp. Both are in San Francisco near the southwest side of town. http://www. girlsleadinggirls.org/

SAN MATEO COUNTY JCC MACCABI SPORTS CAMP (ATHERTON) Age or Grade Range: Grades 3-11

JCC Maccabi Sports Camp is an overnight Jewish sports camp located just outside of San Francisco in Atherton, California. Our camp welcomes athletes entering grades 4-11. During our two week camp sessions, campers develop skills in the sport of their choice - baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, softball or girls lacrosse. www. maccabisportscamp.org

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CHALLENGE COURSE (BURLINGAME) Age or Grade Range: 11-14

AC’s Junior Lifeguard Challenge Course is a weekly course for Youth ages 11-14 to learn and apply Water Rescue Techniques as well as learn about First Aid and CPR. Our program encourages the importance of being fit and how to safely enjoy aquatic facilities! Through this program, participants will build self-confidence and skills for life! Participants learn from our Instructor team, who provide an opportunity to learn in a safe and fun aquatic environment, skills to develop selfconfidence, mental and physical fitness, and respect for each other. They have been chosen to work with the Burlingame Junior Lifeguard Challenge Course based on their lifeguard experience and desire to work as a Junior Lifeguard Instructor. This program is managed by our Manager and On-Deck Junior Lifeguard Program Coordinator, with support from our Lifeguard team! www.burlingameaquatics. com

MR. PETER’S GOLF CAMP (SAN BRUNO) Age or Grade Range: 5-15

Mr. Peter’s Golf Camp uses the many life Lessons that golf affords us all in a safe nurturing environment. Your child will learn about honesty, integrity, courtesy, etiquette perseverance, the rules of golf, course care and ask the shots from putting to driving. M-F9a-12n every week all summer & sa/su all school year. Www.MrPetersGolfCamp.com

SANTA CLARA COUNTY CALIFORNIA FIELD HOCKEY CAMP (SAN JOSE) Age or Grade Range: 8-18

California Field Hockey Camps, Inc., established in 1965, has distinguished itself with a long standing tradition of high caliber field hockey and an experienced staff. Directed by Shellie Onstead, Head Field Hockey Coach at UC Berkeley, the camp program offers an exceptional opportunity for beginners and experienced players to learn new skills and take their game to the next level. californiafieldhockeycamp.com

DECATHLON SUMMER SPORTS CAMP (LOS ALTOS) Age or Grade Range: 5-12

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The Decathlon Sports Club was founded in 1981 by Scott Berridge and Rich Wohlstadter. They grew up in neighborhoods where the kids came outside after dinner and played stickball, pickle, football, basketball, hideand-seek, 3-flies- up, traded cards, had water fights, etc. That childhood experience provided the foundation and inspiration for this camp . www.dsclosaltos.com

NIKE CROSS COUNTRY CAMP OF CHAMPIONS STANFORD UNIVERSITY (STANFORD) The Camp of Champions offers campers the rare opportunity to experience first hand the life of a Stanford student-athlete. The beautiful Stanford campus and hills surrounding the University offer cross country runners miles of challenging and pristine trails. During each run, the campers are placed in small compatible groups based fitness and ability. Each running group is assigned an experienced counselor, for specialized training and individual attention. Instruction is given by Stanford coaches & staff. http://www.ussportscamps.com/ running/nike/nike-cross-country-camp-ofchampions-stanford-university/

STANFORD BASEBALL CAMP (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: 7-17 BOYS AND GIRLS

STANFORD BASEBALL SCHOOL During the morning instructional session throughout each week, participants will be coached in several baseball skills, fundamentals, and team concepts. STANFORD GAMES CAMP In the Games Camp (the afternoon segment of each day) players are grouped by age and ability and teams are formed. Teams play against one another in a coach pitched game where the goal is to see that ball put into play. stanfordbaseballcamp.com

TECHNOLOGY AND DIGITAL ARTS CAMPS ALAMEDA COUNTY GAMES ARE AWESOME! (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-10

We’ll be using cool drag n’ drop languages like Scratch or Snap to create some awesome new and classic games! Aimed at our newbie and novice coders. Content will be different from Games Are Awesome B. http://www. thecoderschool.com/berkeley#camps

MARIN COUNTY CAMP CYBER GARAGE (SAN ANSELMO) Age or Grade Range: K-8

Cyber Garage is a Makerspace, Robotics, Coding & STEAM wonderland with 3D printers, woodworking machines, laser cutting, Mac/ PC’ s, Virtual Reality, digital arts, filmmaking, game design, robotics and more! Cyber Garage integrates building, coding, science, art and design into each week - so kids can create, learn and most importantly, have FUN! https://www.thecybergarage.com

SANTA CLARA COUNTY DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY (STANFORD) Age or Grade Range: Ages 6 - 17

DMA tech camps encourage and inspire kids and teens to become the next generation of developers, animators, filmmakers, photographers, designers and engineers! Handson, project-based learning introduces students to the latest in VR, wearable technology, robotics, 3D printing and more! http://www. digitalmediaacademy.org

INTRODUCTION TO JAVA USING MINECRAFT MODS! (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: 9-14

Explore the world’s most common programming language using one of the world’s most popular video games! Learn to program in Java and build Minecraft mods! Understand Java syntax, programming structures, object oriented concepts, and work with the Forge API and the Eclipse development environment. Customize Minecraft items, blocks and behaviors! Laptops provided. No prior programming experience necessary. http://www.techsmartacademy.com

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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY AII THAT & THEN SOME (CONCORD) Age or Grade Range: Ages 11-14

Young teens experience the hottest summer at the All That and Then Some all day summer day camp! Make new friends and hang out with old ones while visiting red-hot Bay Area sites and attractions, cooking, crafting, swimming, and competing in games and sports! ‘All That’ offers something for everyone: participate in a soccer tournament, play a game of Cornhole, go on a photo scavenger hunt, build a marshmallow tower, tie-dye a t-shirt, make pancakes, or paint a portrait, all in a safe and supervised environment. All campers are provided with a camp t-shirt for the summer. NEW 3 Day a week option! Sign up for all nine weeks to receive a 20% discount! Go to website for weekly theme and trip schedule. www.ConcordReg.org

HANDSON TOMORROW (WALNUT CREEK)

STAR KIDS ACADEMY ROBOTICS (CUPERTINO) Age or Grade Range: grades 1-2, grades 3-6

Star Kids Academy Robotics is the Silicon Valley’s leading camps and after school company for robotics. Our summer camps offer an extensive variety in robotic concepts, programming, systems, and platforms for children to become exposed to robotics as well as further study into the field of robotics. www.starkidsafterschool. org https://www.starkidsafterschool.org/

Age or Grade Range: Grades 9-12

HandsOn Tomorrow is a summer leadership and volunteering program for high school students in the Bay Area. - Earn 55 volunteer hours for college - Become a better leader - Make a difference in your community handsonbayarea.org/tomorrow www. handsonbayarea.org/tomorrow

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TECHLAB SUMMER CAMP (SARATOGA) HANDSON TOMORROW Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-18

Age or Grade Range: Grades 9-12

Techlab is an innovative education organization that hosts classes and events year-round at our facility in Saratoga and through our library and school partners. We take a project-based approach to teaching about computer science and technology, and focus on teaching Java, Python, web design with JavaScript, and iOS development in Swift. https://techlab.education

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TECHYKIDS CAMP (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-14

The ultimate technology camp for kids, designed by an engineer and teacher! Learn while you program a real robot and make awesome inventions! Learn 3-D Modeling, coding, robotics and design. All while making awesome project that are fueled by your originality and creativity. www.techykids.com

TEEN FOCUSED CAMPS

HANDSON TOMORROW (PALO ALTO) Age or Grade Range: Grades 9-12

ALAMEDA COUNTY CAMP ELMWOOD’S TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMP (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 14-18

Training for leadership in all camp activities, values, community service, beach clean up trip with a chance to try surfing. Leadership Camp for Teens only July 24-28 followed by service as

STEVE & KATE’S CAMP (KENTFIELD) Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-12

When you trust kids, they learn to trust themselves. At Steve & Kate’s Camp, we give kids the freedom to choose what they want to do, whether that’s music, breadmaking, fashion, filmmaking, coding, sports, or piethrowing. Two ways to play: Day Passes (buy any number of days and use them anytime) or Membership (one fee for unlimited summer visits). Lunch, snacks and all materials included in both plans. http:// steveandkatescamp.com/locations/kentfield/

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MAKER CAMP Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-12

Kids will embrace their inner maker with an assortment of tools to construct and tinker with clay, sound, paper, code and cardboard. Learn basic electronics. www.creativity.org

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On the Go

All Aboard! Ride the rails in the Bay Area

TrainTown Railroad in Sonoma: For those who feel most miniature train rides are over before they start, check out TrainTown’s four miles of track! The 20-minute ride incorporates a brief stop at a tiny town and petting zoo, going over bridges and through everyone’s favorite: tunnels. “TrainTown was perfect for my son,” says Linda McCabe of Windsor. “He was unable to handle being in lines at a young age. The lines at the post office or bank made him go into meltdowns, so I knew Disneyland was out of the question. TrainTown had just enough for him to do and see, the lines weren’t overwhelming and he had a great time. We went there about five times or so when he was a tyke, and I would highly recommend it for families with small kids.” The train is handicapaccessible, and there’s also a small collection of amusement park rides. Established in 1968, this place has been wowing kids for almost 50 years. www.traintown.com Redwood Forest Steam Train at Roaring Camp in Felton: These steam engines are historical 1890 narrowgauge locomotives, some of the oldest still running in America. Plus, seasonally you may ride a full-sized Thomas train: “That was like Disneyland to our son!” says Carol Siner Spiess of Pilot Hill. http://www.roaringcamp.com/ steamtrain Redwood Valley Railway in Tilden Park, Orinda: Ride a cute steam train through beautiful redwoods, now on weekends from 11 to 6, weather permitting, and in summertime all week long. Additionally, the Golden Gate Live Steamers run a miniature train on Sundays from noon to 3, a short distance below the Redwood Valley’s loading station. See website for more. www.redwoodvalleyrailway.com and http://www.goldengatels.org/ If you can go farther afield, a miniature train rides a short track in Folsom (“the only 12-inch gauge railroad remaining in the U.S.,” says the website). http://www.folsomvalleyrailway.com/

TrainTown Railroad in Sonoma

EVEN SMALLER: See model trains (no riding except if you are a N-scale human) at the Golden State Model Railroad Museum in Point Richmond. Open Wednesdays and weekends, but trains only run on Sundays. Check website for more, http:// www.gsmrm.org/. Also check out the Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society, described as the most mountainous track, which makes for fun amphitheater-ish viewing. http://wcmrs.org/

BIGGER TRAINS: Of course, Sacramento’s California State Railroad Museum is required for any families with train enthusiasm. “The train museum in Old Town is awesome! I took my son Dally when he was almost 5, and he especially enjoyed the train cars that we could walk through ... and I loved looking at the historic menus in the dining cars!” says Newcas-

tle resident Erin McCabe. The museum contains an impressive snow sheds display and a vast Thomas the Tank Engine play area for the smaller set. “It’s a beautifully designed place where you can get the feeling of the size and power of a train. They have docents dressed as porters to answer questions,” says Oaklander Judith Offer. https://www. californiarailroad.museum/ Oaklander Gene Anderson recommends the Western Railway Museum outside Suisun City. “I especially love it because it has working equipment and has gear from both the Key System and the Sacramento Northern Railway,” he says, noting that his grandfather worked for the SNR. The Bay Area’s incredible Key System of streetcars was dismantled in 1948; today you can ride some of those cars at the museum and think how cool it would’ve been to jump on the trolley and be downtown in minutes. http://www.wrm.org/

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rains are wonderful—but sometimes don’t they feel too big? Kids love miniature trains, and luckily the Bay Area has several places to ride them.

MORE TRAINS: You can also ride full-sized trains at Niles Canyon Railway; Sacramento resident Jennifer Mason Wolfe recommends the Railroad Park Resort in Dunsmuir (sleep in a caboose!); there’s the worrisome-named Skunk Train in Fort Bragg; a sweet, old-fashioned mini-train at Casa de Fruta (where you can also pan for gold) in Hollister ... and let’s not even get started on Napa’s Wine Train (but kids may not appreciate the “turned” grape juice). http://www.ncry.org/ http://www.rrpark.com/ https://www.skunktrain.com/ http://www.casadefruta.com/ http://winetrain.com/ Erika Mailman is a Northern California freelance writer. Reach her at Erikaeditor@cs.com.

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1 | Saturday Tartan Day Scottish Fair — Fremont Celebrate Tartan Day and join in the pageantry as Scottish folk from all over the area gather their clans and celebrate their heritage. Enjoy bagpipe bands, highland dancing, traditional Scottish food, and historic reenactments. Free Parking. 11a.m.-3 p.m. $8/adults. $6/seniors (62+), $5/children (4-17 yrs.), 3 yrs. and under free. All ages. Ardenwood

Join in daily during Spring Science Days and have fun as you explore Earth’s water ecosystem. Take a trip to the deepest parts of the ocean in Deepsea Challenge 3D, explore the water cycle in Water’s Extreme Journey, and learn how water has helped create the Bay Area in Forces That Shape the Bay. Through 4/9 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free with Admission. All ages. Lawrence Hall of Science, 1 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510-642-5132 www. lawrencehallofscience.org

A “Humor Us” Weekend at Playland-Not-at-theBeach — El Cerrito Enjoy April Fool’s Day weekend with Playland this year. Please celebrate with the games and amusements here and not with pranks and trickery. Humor yourself with the pinball machines and history of amusements! This event runs both Saturday and Sunday. 10 a.m-5 p.m. $10/children and seniors, and $15/general admission. Playland Not-at-the-Beach 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, 510-5923002, www.playland-not-at-thebeach.org

Spring Fling Plant Sale — Walnut Creek The Ruth Bancroft Garden’s annual Spring Plant Sale is the Bay Area’s best source for drought-tolerant plants, succulents, cacti, California natives, and members of the Protea family from Australia and South Africa. The Garden’s expert staff, docents, and nursery propagators will provide insider tips and tricks to planting a stunning garden that looks great all year long with less irrigation than a lawn. Unique garden related gifts and books will also be available.April 2. Open to the public 11 a.m.-3 p.m. All ages. The Ruth Bancroft Garden, 1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek. 925-9449352, www.ruthbancroftgarden.org

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We Rock The Spectrum Different Abilities Fair — Berkeley In honor of April’s Autism Awareness Month and to honor all children, adults and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder and all special needs, We Rock the Spectrum — Berkeley Family will be hosting the annual Special Needs Resource fair. The entire day, resource fair and admissions to the facility is free for all special needs families. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. All ages. We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym, 2920 Seventh St., Berkeley. 510-845-8797, www.werockthespectrumberkeley. com

Nature Detectives: April Avian Adventures — Hayward During this tail-end of the bird breeding season, there are still many representatives of our feathered friends making a temporary home of the shoreline. Each week we will focus on a different species, going out to encounter them in their habitat as well as learning about what makes them unique! 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.$8 per child. Ages 3-5. Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward. 510-670-7270, www. haywardrec.org

2 | Sunday Free First Sunday at OMCA—Oakland Enjoy a free day this spring at OMCA!

April 11 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival — San Francisco Explore science in the family-friendly exhibition “Bees: Tiny Insect, Big Impact.” Round out your exploration of the galleries by painting a portrait of yourself to hang in the Gallery of California Art, and visiting “Sunshine and Superheroes: San Diego Comic-Con,” where you can dress up like a superhero. Check out a docent tour and stop by the OMCA Store or Blue Oak café to pick up a treat.

11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. All ages. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland. 510-318-8400

3 | Monday Free Early Admission at the Japanese Tea Garden — San Francisco If you enter the garden before 10 a.m., admission is free today. Enjoy the

beautifully landscaped Japanese gardens and winding paths. Stop in for tea and a treat at the tea house. Free early admission offered Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 9 a.m.–6 p.m., free before 10 a.m. Japanese Tea Garden, 7 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, 415-666-3232, japaneseteagardensf.com

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Historic Walking Tour of Chinatown — San Francisco

Free First Tuesday at the Palace of the Legion of Honor — San Francisco

Explore local alleys and walk among sites of temples and tongs, and shops of joss, dim sum, herbs; learn some colorful history and stories from the oldest Chinatown in the US.

The Palace of the Legion of Honor offers free admission to all visitors today.

10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., free. Meet inside Portsmouth Square Park in front of parking garage elevators, adjacent to corner of Walter P. Lum Place and Washington Street, www. sfcityguides.org

9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m., free. Palace of the Legion of Honor, 100 34th Ave., San Francisco, 415-750-3600, legionofhonor.famsf.org

Free First Tuesday at the De Young Museum — San Francisco

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Monthly Mini Model Build —Pleasanton

9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m., free. De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, 415-750-3600, deyoung.famsf.org

Visit your local LEGO Store on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. One free per child. See store for more details. 5 p.m. Free. Ages 6-14. Lego Store, Stoneridge Shopping Center, 1 Stoneridge Mall Rd., Pleasanton. 925-737-0704

Free Museum Day — San Francisco Free museum admission for the first Tuesday of the month. Check respective museum sites for times. Museums include Conservatory of Flowers, Contemporary Jewish Museum, de Young Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Craft & Design & Yerba Buena.See museum websites.

Free First Tuesday at The Contemporary Jewish Museum — San Francisco The Contemporary Jewish Museum offers free admission to all visitors. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., free. Contemporary Jewish Museum, 736 Mission St., San Francisco, 415-655-7800, www. thecjm.org

water, energy, urban design, nature and community themes. EarthEXPO is a great place to connect with environmental and community groups, green businesses and artists; learn environmental tips; participate in hands-on activities; pick up great giveaway items; and enjoy delicious food!

5 | Wednesday What We Wore During the War, Rosie the Riveter Museum — Richmond The war changed everything including fashions which changed to meet new needs: leather, wool, and nylon were needed by our fighting forces, so we made do on the Home Front. We’ll have a look at the clothing worn by working men and women, children, and even Hollywood stars! 2:00 p.m. Free. All ages. Visitor Center open daily, 10:00am to 5:00pm at 1414 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA. 510232-5050, www.nps.gov/rori

Dance With Me — Berkeley

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. All ages. Frank Ogawa Plaza, 14th St. and Broadway, Oakland. 510-615-5566, www2.oaklandnet.com

April 3, Historic Walking Tour of Chinatown — San Francisco Shawl-Anderson Dance Center, 2704 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. www.shawlanderson.org

First Wednesday Street Fest —Walnut Creek WCD hosts Walnut Creek First Wednesdays Street Festivals each month for all ages! Festivities include live entertainment, arts & crafts, shopping, treats & more! 5-8p.m., free.Cypress St, between Main and Locust, Walnut Creek. www.walnutcreekdowntown.com

Free First Wednesday at Bay Area Discovery Museum — Sausalito Enjoy free admission and all the fun activities and displays at the Bay Area Discovery Museum today. 9 a.m.–4 p.m., free. Bay Area Discovery Museum, 577 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. 415-339-3900, www. baykids museum org

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Shawl-Anderson Dance Center’s Dance with Me class is for walkers through age 4 and their caretakers. Join with teacher April Taylor on Wednesday mornings. Children and adults will dance, sing, play movement games and enjoy props for this fun-filled 45 minute class. This class repeats every Wednesday. 9-9:45 a.m. and 10-10:45 a.m. $16 per child. Ages walking-4 years.

Earth Expo — Oakland Food, fun, free tips, giveaways and “how to” demonstrations from environmental and social change organizations, green businesses, artists, community groups, and local food purveyors. EarthEXPO is an annual environmental fair hosted by the City of Oakland Public Works Department. The fair highlights transportation, environmental health, waste reduction,

Hobby Hounds Kids club — Richmond Paint pottery and have fun with the Hobby Hounds Kids’ Club. Make a different art project every session. Meets the first and third Thursday of every month. 6 p.m.- 7:15pm. $15/per child. Ages 4-12. The Painter’s Pot, 5327 Jacuzzi St., Richmond. 510-524-1939, thepainterspot.com

7 | Friday Toddler Ramble — Hayward Enjoy Fridays with your child at the Interpretive Center. Your little one will discover the shoreline through handson experience. Every month there is a new theme, with each week exploring that theme through different activities. Parents and caregivers grow as facilitators of nature education along the way. Advance registration required. Event repeats Fridays, April 14, 21, and 28. 10:30 a.m & 1pm $6 per child. Ages 1 to 3. Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward. 510-670-7270, www.haywardrec.org

Rosie the Riveter Museum — Richmond Rosie Meet and Greet . Most Fridays, a group of civilian WWII docents share their stories in an informal setting at the Visitor Center. Here is your chance to ask the experts about life and work in the Richmond Shipyards.

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Alameda.................Eco Easter Eggstravaganza at South Shore Center Atherton.................Easter Egg Hunt Belmont..................Egg Adventure Hunt Berkeley.................Eggster Egg Hunt and Learning Festival Berkeley.................Naturally Dyed Spring Eggs Campbell................Bunnies and Bonnets Parade Concord..................Pixieland’s Easter Speggtacular Cupertino...............Big Bunny Fun Run Danville...................Eggstravaganza Dublin......................Spring Eggstravaganza Emeryville..............Spring Youth Carnival and Egg Hunt Livermore ..............Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast Los Altos ...............Spring Egg Hunt & Teen Egg Launch

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Easter Bunny at Pacific Commons — Fremont

April 7, Rosie the Riveter Museum — Richmond 10:00a.m.-noon. or 1:00p.m.-2:00 p.m. Free. All ages. Visitor Center open daily, 10:00am to 5:00pm at 1414 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA. 510-232-5050, www.nps.gov/rori

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Pacific Commons celebrates spring as the Easter Bunny hops over to meet children and their families. Customers who bring their own cameras can take free pictures with the Easter Bunny. The free event will feature fun activities for the whole family, face painting, balloon twisting and a spin-to win prize wheel. 12-2 p.m. Free. All ages. Pacific Commons 43440 Boscell Rd, Fremont 510) 770-9798, pacificcommons.com

2017 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival — San Francisco

6 p.m. Friday–10 a.m. Saturday, $85. The Marine Mammal Center, 2000 Bunker Road, Fort Cronkhite, Sausalito, www.marinemammalcenter. org

This week-long celebration showcases the color and grace of the Japanese culture and the diversity of the Japanese American community. The event is free and open to the public. Vendors will be charging for their food goods and some retail products; and some specialized events will require a fee. The festival will be held on Post Street between Laguna and Fillmore Streets. There will be food booths, cultural performances, martial arts, live bands, and more. The Grand Parade will be held on Sunday, April 16, beginning at City Hall and concluding in Japantown.

Friday Nights at the De Young — San Francisco

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In this unique program, families get to camp out under the stars and take part in a variety of educational programs. The evening includes conducting fish dissections and observing the night crew take care of the animals at the 8 p.m. feeding. In the morning, breakfast is served, followed by a hike down to Rodeo Lagoon and Rodeo Beach.

This fun, after-hours art event includes a variety of activities organized to coordinate with current exhibitions. The evening may feature live music, dance, and theater performances, film screenings, panel discussions, lectures, artist demonstrations, hands-on art activities, and exhibition tours. The DeYoung café offers a spe-

Volunteer Appreciation Weekend at Playland-Notat-the-Beach — El Cerrito Current and future volunteers of Playland-Not-at-the-Beach, this weekend they celebrate YOU. Join them as they honor the community and train new volunteers. Visit the website for train-

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Teen Poetry Slam — San Francisco It is Slam Season! Come out to a bout near you and see young poets gracing the stage. Young poets, it’s not too late to register. 7 p.m., Free. Nourse Theater 275 Hayes Street – San Francisco 415.255.9035 info@youthspeaks.org

with ease and healthy alignment. The series starts at the beginning of each month but drop-ins are welcomed. The classes provide a place to relax and unwind and allow new moms to reconnect with themselves in the presence of their newborn child. This class repeats each Wednesday. 11:45-1:15. $20 per adult. Parents and infant children. Namaste, 5416 College Ave. Oakland. 510-547-YOGA, www.ilovenamaste.com

13 | Thursday PAWS to Read- Albany Children grades K-6 are invited to our Paws to Read program, designed to help young readers gain self-confi-

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dence and improve their reading skills by reading to a certified pet therapy dog. This event runs each Thursday. 4-4:30 pm. Free. Ages 5-12. Albany Community Center, 1249 Marin Ave., Albany. 510-526-3720, www.guides. aclibrary.org

Free Art Studio Time — Berkeley Donate three or more canned food items and enjoy three hours of open art studio time at Brushstrokes. Donations go to Alameda County Food Barrel. This event is ongoing every Thursday evening. Please call to confirm. 5-8 p.m. Donation of three canned goods per person is admission. Ages 5-12. Brushstrokes Studio, Inc., 745

Page St., Berkeley.510-528-1360, www.brushstrokestudio.com

14 | Friday Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid in May for DJs, live bands, dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. The family drop-in activity, making superhero masks, is inspired by special exhibition Sunshine and Superheroes: San Diego Comic-Con, and takes place every Friday night. The last Friday of the month, May 29, also features storytime with Oakland Public Library at 6 p.m.

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Bees: Tiny Insect, Big Impact — Oakland Buzz on in to OMCA’s Gallery of California Natural Sciences for the can’tmiss, family-friendly exhibition, Bees: Tiny Insect, Big Impact. Immerse yourself in the wildly diverse and intricate world of one of the most exciting creatures we know, with exciting activities in the gallery. Free with admission. All ages. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St. Oakland. 888-OAKMUSE www. museumca.org

11 | Tuesday Playland After Dark presents Tax Free Night — El Cerrito Done with taxes? Come relax. Playland After Dark’s one-of-a-kind Grown-Up Game Night features board games, carnival games and free play on three rooms-full of new and vintage pinball machines. Note: BYO food and drink welcome. Adults only (18-years and older), no children or babies please. Adults only (18-years and older), no children or babies please. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. $10/per person Adults only. Playland Not at The Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510592-3002, www.playland-not-at-thebeach.org

12 | Wednesday Mom and Baby Yoga — Rockridge This series focuses on yoga postures and movements that develop flexibility, muscle tone, and strength

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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

to 3. Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward. 510-670-7270, www.haywardrec.org

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Toddler Ramble — Hayward Enjoy Fridays with your child at the Interpretive Center. Your little one will discover the shoreline through handson experience. Every month there is a new theme, with each week exploring that theme through different activities. Parents and caregivers grow as facilitators of nature education along the way. Advance registration required. Event repeats Fridays, April 21, and 28. 10:30 a.m & 1pm $6 per child. Ages 1

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2017 – Free National Parks Entrance, Muir Woods National Monument 13–17 applies if you want to go into the museum). De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, 415-750-3600, deyoung. famsf.org

15 | Saturday Easter Weekend at Playland-Not-at-theBeach — El Cerrito Eggs-tra-ordinary things await you at Playland-Not-at-the-Beach this Easter weekend! Take a hop through Pinball Alley, peep through our Carousel Carnival, hunt our exhibitions of Ameri-

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cana and eggs-change what you find for prizes! Happy Easter! This event runs both Saturday and Sunday. 10 a.m-5 p.m. $10/children and seniors, and $15/general admission. Playland Not-at-the-Beach 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, 510-5923002, www.playland-not-at-thebeach.org

Naturally Dyed Egg Berkeley This hands-on workshop will introduce children to the joy of natural dyes while they make their own patterns on eggs with brilliant plantbased colors. Price includes 4 eggs per participant. Two session times available. 10 a.m.-Noon. $15 / adult, $15/child per child, $12 member children, $12 chaperoning adult. Ages preschool and up. UC Berkeley Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Way, Berkeley. 510-642-7082, www.botanicalgarden. berkeley.edu

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26th Annual Union Street Easter Parade & Spring Celebration — San Francisco The event is not your average Street Fair or formal Parade. It can best be described as wonderful, wacky, elegant and fabulous, with everything from roller-blading butterflies and creative self-propelled mini-floats to garden areas, sophisticated fashions and beautiful classic and art cars. It’s a special event for the entire family. 10 am - 5 p.m. Parade at 2 pm. Free

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Free National Parks Entrance— San Francisco

Toddler Ramble — Hayward

The National Park Service just turned 100 years old! Celebrate the start of our second century by visiting a park in 2017. Entry is free at Muir Woods National Monument and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. During ten days of the year, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Repeats 4/22 & 4/23.

Enjoy Fridays with your child at the Interpretive Center. Your little one will discover the shoreline through handson experience. Every month there is a new theme, with each week exploring that theme through different activities. Parents and caregivers grow as facilitators of nature education along the way. Advance registration required. Event repeats Fridays, April 28.

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19 | Wednesday Toddler Kindergym — Oakland

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April 22 – Earth Day Celebrations

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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. 10-11 a.m. $12/first visit, $132 for program sign up. Temple Beth Abraham Social Hall, 327 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. 510-832-0936, www. tbaoakland.org

After School Art with MOCHA— Oakland Join MOCHA artists in this workshop for children. Each week the artist will present art related to a different theme, building creativity, socio-emotional, and academic skills through painting, drawing, sculpting, and numerous other art forms. This event repeats each Wednesday and is available at several Oakland Library branches. 2 p.m. Free. Preschool and school age children. Oakland Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland. 510-238-3134, www.oaklandlibrary. org

20 | Thursday Third Thursday Piedmont Stroll — Piedmont

6-9 p.m. Free admission. All ages. Piedmont Avenue, Piedmont. www. piedmontavestroll.org

21 | Friday Bay Area National Dance Week — San Francisco Running April 21-April 30. BADW will be a vibrant celebration, with about 400 free events including classes, performances, open rehearsals, lecture demonstrations. The week kicks off with a fun dance event today in Union

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10:30 a.m & 1pm. $6 per child. Ages 1 to 3. Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward. 510-670-7270, www.haywardrec.org

Parents’ Night OutBerkeley Drop off your kids, 2-7 years, for play and fun while parents enjoy a movie or dinner out. Pizza for dinner included. Space limited. To reserve, email habitotreservations@lmi.net or call the reservations desk. 5:30-9:30 p.m. $39 per child, additional siblings $29. Ages 0-5. Habitot Children’s Museum, 2065 Kitteridge St., Berkeley 510-647-1111x14 www. habitot.org

RoboGames — Plesanton RoboGames is the Olympics of Robots - we invite the best minds from around the world to compete in over 50 different events: combat robots, fire-fighters, LEGO bots, hockey bots, walking humanoids, soccer bots, sumo bots, and even androids that do kung-fu. Through 4/23. See website for details. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, robogames.net

22 | Saturday Playland-Not-at-theBeach presents Earth Day Weekend — El Cerrito It’s Earth Day! REDUCE your stress at Playland! Save some GREEN and REUSE our free play classic pinball and arcade games! RECYCLE the fun over and over!

10 a.m-5 p.m. $10/children and seniors, and $15/general admission. Playland Not-at-the-Beach 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, 510-5923002, www.playland-not-at-thebeach.org

Earth Day San Francisco Street Festival — San Francisco San Francisco celebrates the 48th anniversary of Earth Day with a festival featuring three stages of entertainment, hands-on workshops and classes, a celebrity chef showcase, a “green” fashion show, a fun eco-carnival and kids zone, and more. 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Free. 22th Street and Valencia, San Francisco, www.earthdaystreetfest.org

Fun on the Farm-Sheep Shearing — San Ramon Over 100 sheep will receive their annual haircut and provide an opportunity for us to demonstrate how sheep are sheared. You will see how their wool is removed; cleaned and spun into yarn all while the sheep dogs are herding the next sheep in line to get their haircut. Help celebrate San Ramon’s 150th birthday and join in for a fun filled day on the oldest homestead in San Ramon open to the public. 11a.m.-3 p.m. $7/adults. $5 children (3-12 yrs.), under 3 free. All ages. Forest Home Farms Historic Park 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon. www.srhf.org

April 29 – Playland-Not-at-the-Beach presents Laughing Sal Weekend — El Cerrito

Earth Day—Oakland Celebrate Earth Day by helping clean, green and beautify Oakland at proj-

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ects throughout the city’s parks, streets, creeks and waterways! 9 a.m.-Noon. Free. All ages. Locations all over Oakland, see website. 510238-7611, www.oaklandearthday.org

Cal Day at the Hall — Berkeley Bring your Bear pride and your family to celebrate all that’s blue and gold. Join us for a day of scientific exploration at our annual free day! Go Bears! 10 a.m. -5 p.m.$12 adults. $10 children. Children under 3 are free. All ages. Lawrence Hall of Science, 1 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510-6425132, www.lawrencehallofscience. org

BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Culitvating Creativity and Intellectual Curiosity Now Accepting Applications Limited Space Limited Space Available Availablefor for2016-2017 2017-2018 For more information or to schedule a tour, visit us at www.berkwood.org

Free National Parks Entrance— San Francisco The National Park Service just turned 100 years old! Celebrate the start of our second century by visiting a park in 2017. Entry is free at Muir Woods National Monument and San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park. During ten days of the year, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Repeats 4/23. www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/feefree-parks.htm

23 | Sunday Opening Day on the Bay — San Francisco The yachting season opens today with a parade of boats large and small. Opening Day on the Bay features a decorated parade and the blessing of the fleet; the theme for this year’s event is “Heroes on the Bay.” 9 a.m., www.picya.org

Run for Education — Pleasanton It’s time to run, walk or push your stroller to www.ppierun.com to sign up for Pleasanton’s premier familyfocused fitness fundraiser, the Annual Pleasanton Run for Education, ben-

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efitting the Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation (PPIE) . All races begin and end at the Alameda County Fairgrounds. 15, 10, and 5K challenges and a Kids Challenge are available. In addition to the Kids’ Challenge, there will be fun kids’ activities at the expo. Please preregister. Race times and prices found on the website. All ages. Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave. Pleasanton. 925-426-7600. www. ppierun.com

Who Pooped in the Park — Walnut Creek Many animals call Lime Ridge home yet they are rarely seen. How do we know they are here? The signs they leave behind tell us who’s in the park and what they are doing. Meet the Ranger in the parking lot at the corner of Ygnacio Valley Road and Montecito Drive. 2:00 p.m. Free. All ages. Lime Ridge Open Space, Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek. 925-943-5899.

Marine Science Sunday — Sausalito Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month for Marine Science Sunday - a FREE engaging ocean-inspired classroom series from our education experts. These interactive classroom programs are great for all ages! 10am - 5 pm Free. The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road Fort Cronkhite Sausalito 415 289-7325

24 | Monday Green Film Fest — Berkeley & San Francisco Join us for another week of new & compelling environmental films & filmmakers that spark green ideas. Explore our full line-up of over 70 films and more than 90 visiting filmmakers & guests. www.greenfilmfest.org

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Dogtown Downtown — Lafayette Join us for the Third annual Lafayette Dogtown Downtown. Bring your furry friend for activities, contests and a dog parade. Fun for the whole family, including the puppies! Find the event at the Amphitheatre. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. All ages. Lafayette Library and Community Center, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Lafayette. 925385-2280, www.lafayettelib.org

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Bouquets to Art pairs flower arrangements and floral art, and it offers optional lectures, luncheons, and a flower demonstration. Through 4/30. 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m., free with admission. De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, 415-750-3600, deyoung.famsf.org

26 | Wednesday Bees: Tiny Insect, Big Impact — Oakland Buzz on in to OMCA’s Gallery of California Natural Sciences for the can’tmiss, family-friendly exhibition, Bees: Tiny Insect, Big Impact. Immerse yourself in the wildly diverse and intricate world of one of the most exciting creatures we know, with exciting activities in the gallery. Free with admission. All ages. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St. Oakland. 888-OAKMUSE www. museumca.org

27 | Thursday 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. 10-11 a.m. $12/first visit, $132 for program sign up. Temple Beth Abraham Social Hall, 327 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. 510-832-0936, www. tbaoakland.org

Playland After Dark presents A Stress Free Night — El Cerrito April is Stress Awareness Month – Be aware there is no stress at Playland After Dark’s one-of-a-kind GrownUp Game Night. Play board games, carnival games, arcade games and more than 30 new and vintage pinball machines on FREE PLAY. Leave the quarters (and the kids) at home. Note: BYO food and drink welcome. Adults only (18-years and older), no children or babies please. Adults only (18-years and older), no children or babies please. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. $10/per person Adults only. Playland Not at The Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510592-3002, www.playland-not-at-thebeach.org

Bear Gymnastics — Berkeley Drop in where children can free play with instructor supervision in the gigantic UC Berkeley Gymnastics center. Swing on ropes, bounce on the jump track, walk a balance beam, climb and slide. This event is every Wednesday and Friday. 1030 a.m.-1 p.m. $8 per child. Free for children enrolled in classes. Ages 0-5. Golden Bear Rec Center, 25 Sport Ln., Berkeley. 510-642-5813, www.recsports.berkeley.edu

Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid in May for DJs, live bands, dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. The family drop-in activity, making superhero masks, is inspired by special exhibition Sunshine and Superheroes: San Diego Comic-Con, and takes place every Friday night. The last Friday of the month, May 29, also features storytime with Oakland Public Library at 6 p.m. 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

29 | Saturday Playland-Not-at-theBeach presents Laughing Sal Weekend — El Cerrito She’s funny, she’s scary, she’s a 90-year-old piece of animatronic American history! Learn all about gap-toothed Laughing Sal this weekend at our special Sal-abration of this icon of amusement park and funhouse glory. HAHAHA! 10 a.m-5 p.m. $10/children and seniors, and $15/general admission. Playland Not-at-the-Beach 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, 510-592-

Start the morning with a warm beverage and crafting. There will be projects on the table to try out, or artists can choose from the stacks of reuse and natural materials in the studio. Robot T-shirt printing, Clay Knee Pots a printing press and more! Small chairs and big chairs, all artists welcome. 10 a.m-1 p.m. $10 per person or $25 per family of 3, $5 per additional person. Ages 2 and up. Sticky Art Lab, 1682 University Ave., Berkeley. 510-981-1148, www.stickyartlab.com

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23rd Ukulele Festival of Northern California — Hayward This is the longest running ukulele festival on the mainland. This ‘Ukulele Imagelocal event has attracted ‘ukulele enthusiasts from British Columbia (Canada), to North Carolina, to the Islands of Hawai’i, as well as local talent throughout California. 9 a.m-5 p.m. $15, under 5 free. All ages. Chabot College Campus, Performing Arts Center 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, www.ukulelefestivalnorcal.org

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