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has been an American tradition for more than 150 Cfun,amp years. Some things at camp — forming friendships, having practicing new skills, and summer learning gains — will never change. But what are the camp trends today?

Who goes to camp?

The American Camp Association (ACA) estimates that there are 12,000 traditional, organized camps in the U.S. Each year more than 11.5 million children, youth, and adults attend camp. Today we see a wide range of ages participating in the camp experience: from children as young as three participating in day camp programs to senior adults, participating in family camps and senior camps. The) ACA has a vision that by the year 2020, more than 20 million children and youth will have a camp experience each year.

What type of camps are more popular?

Traditional camps are still very popular — maybe more popular today than even a decade ago, as young people are very concerned about the environment, global awareness, mentorship, and getting along with one another. The camp community embraces those values.

There has also been a rise in the popularity of specialty camps, day camps, and family camps, as camps constantly adapt to meet changing needs of families. Many young people like to use the camp experience to sharpen a special skill or develop new ones. Even traditional camps are offering year-round camp experiences, as well as any number of specialty programs. This exciting diversification is an example of how the camp community is meeting the needs of today’s families.

What activities are popular?

The most popular activities at camps today are swimming, arts/crafts, challenge/ropes course, archery, and aquatic activities. In addition, ACA research shows 52 percent of day camps and 50 percent of resident camps offered one or more academic / science and technology programs. More than four in five ACA-accredited residential camps offer at least one environmental education program for campers.

Reprinted from www.ACAcamps.org by permission of the American Camp Association.

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aper or plastic cups make great tools for curious young builders, scientists and mathematicians. Make structures by stacking the cups pyramid-style or arrange them on the floor to form geometric shapes and patterns.

With imagination added in, they can provide hours of fun.

To nurture little ones’ natural curiosity, have them make predictions, such as “sink or float?” or “magnetic or not magnetic?” Then test them out.

What Prepared Parents Bring to the Emergency Department

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s a parent, an unexpected trip to the Emergency Department can be extremely stressful, unpredictable and even scary, but, being prepared can help keep your focus where it needs to be, on your child.

No matter the nature of the emergency, being under acute stress can make simple tasks much more challenging.

So how can you prepare for the unexpected? Here are some items that you can prepare in advance, and have on-file, either a printed copy kept in your bag or electronically on your phone, to make your visit easier. Many of these items can be found on the “camp” form provided by your primary care provider.

• Allergy list List what the allergy is to as well as the type of reaction that occurs. Besides medication allergies, also include food and environmental allergies as well.

• Prior medical history List all diagnoses, surgeries and hospitalizations, as well as the reasons for each.

• Primary Care Provider List phone numbers for the office as well as emergency after hour calls.

• Copy of Health Insurance Cards.

Besides the information regarding care of your child, having a few of your child’s favorite and familiar items will help calm them during an uncertain visit. A favorite toy or lovey will • Medication list help make treatment less fright List all the medications ening. Keeping a calm and even that your child takes with the reason they are taking voice and explaining unfamiliar it along with correct dosag- equipment and procedures will help reassure your child and es. This will help alleviate the stress of recall during help them feel safe amid the the visit, while ensuring chaos that can sometimes occur accurate history. in the middle of an emergency.

Having information on hand • Immunization list and a few familiar belongings This will help guide the providers toward what your from home will help make a child may be at risk for, if stressful Emergency Departnot fully immunized. ment visit, a little more manageable.

Give Back to Your Children the Thing They’ve Lost

By Sarah Shaffer

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t’s happened gradually. Those of us who are now grown have let something slip away from our children, and it’s time to give it back.

Today’s kids no longer have the happy ease of access to a natural world that was so reliably there when we were young that we were able to take it for granted. We never paused to notice how much we loved it. In the words of the Joni Mitchell song, “You don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone.” This was recently brought home to me when a friend sent me a list of the funny things grandchildren say to their grandparents.

After listening to her grandmother describe what life had been like for her when she was young—climbing trees, skating on a

pond, picking wild raspberries—one little girl looked up at her grandmother with a longing sense of regret, “I sure wish I’d gotten to know you sooner.”

How heedlessly I ran through my own childhood, gathering armloads of wildflowers, counting the number of toads (the record was fourteen) crowded in between the rocks of a tumbledown wall, and watching as the tails on pollywogs disappeared and were replaced by tiny back legs.

Barefoot and dreaming of discovering a secret hive with its sweet store of golden honey, I chased after bees.

I never successfully followed them home— they rose above me and out of sight—but no matter, there was treasure enough in the

pursuit. My friends and I “borrowed” fireflies in the hope that a jarful would yield enough light that we could keep playing past our usual bedtime. Enormous bouquets of wild mustard and radish blossoms, picked from a nearby vacant lot, made extravagant Mother’s Day gifts.

Take heart. Not all of paradise has been paved over and turned into a parking lot. I have found ways to take what were the happiest pieces of my own childhood and give them back to the young people in my life, and you can too. Let’s begin with the simple and obvious things. Not only should you not pave over that vacant lot, but you also shouldn’t spray it in order to kill what, to unimaginative adult eyes, look like noxious weeds. Pause

and consider whether your children’s days are so crowded with structured activities that you’ve left them no time for unstructured fun. Even a small bit of untended outdoor space can give kids rocks to peer under, sticks with which to scratch in the dirt, and bugs to watch. Don’t show your children how to construct a lean-to hut. Let them discover things for themselves.

Plant native species in your garden. No garden?

Milkweed will grow in a flowerpot. And as your children wait for it to bud, bloom, and nourish butterflies, you’ll know you’ve given them a special gift from your own childhood Sarah Shaffer, award-winning educator, has been offering unique science and nature programs for children, parents, and teachers for over twenty years.

More information about Sarah’s Science can be found at www. sarahscience.com

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They return home with an enhanced appreciation of the outdoors and their role in the ecosystem. Children who attend summer camp go on to have a greater appreciation for natural parks and wildlife preserves for the rest of their lives – many will even go on to pursue interests in the environment or the sciences in college, the workplace, the community, and their families.

While you’ll find varying degrees of environmental expertise and focus from camp to camp, summer camps today are building on the proud tradition of providing children with opportunities to experience and enjoy nature and the environment in ways that will sustain our collective future.

Though one can’t know if the namesake of the next national park will credit their experience to summer camping, we are positive they won’t mention NOT interacting with nature and the environment.

Provided by the American Camp Association

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ampers are the future stewards of the environment, and the grass is looking greener. According to a study conducted in 2015 by the National Organization of the American Camp Association, Nature/Environmental Education programs as well as Gardening programs make up 31% of new programs being added to camps based on interests of campers.

Camps in the Bay Area have been providing an ideal setting for creating environmental awareness in children for over 150 years! Living closely with the Earth while at camp, campers learn to appreciate and care for the world around them. They experience it as members of an ecosystem, which allows them to understand and appreciate biodiversity on a personal level. Camp gives children the opportunity to explore how their choices have an impact on other animals and on the Earth. It often sparks interests that can become lifelong hobbies, lifestyles, and careers – environmental and earth sciences, gardening, farming, oceanography, geology, and so much more.

Whether located in a field or forest, on an island or a school campus, a park or a dedicated woodland reserve, camp program offerings maximize the use of the site where the camp is located. Experiential learning at camp happens naturally when camp leadership implement common-sense and sound practices in their programs. Training counselors to instruct kayakers not to pick the water lilies as they paddle around the pond or lake; hikers on an overnight trek return with more trash than they took with then; organic gardens planted for educational purposes are done so in locations where they can be left for the rest of the year.

These experiences in the natural world are transformational – so much so that campers return home with real world knowledge of environmental awareness and a focus on reducing their negative impact on the environment.

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Day Camp or Overnight Camp

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eciding between day camp or residential (overnight) camp is one piece of the decision for families. Camp is an experience and not limited to a singular location. Campers can develop the same skills, both hard and soft, whether they’re sleeping away from home or returning to their own beds each night. While there are differences between day and residential camps, above all else, the most important outcome of this decision is finding the right fit for your camper and family.

This begins with knowing your camper. Many overnight camps begin taking campers between ages 7-9 years old.

However, some children may be ready at 6 and some others may not be ready at 10. While there is no clear, linear checklist to determine whether day or overnight camp is right for your child, the questions listed here can help guide that conversation: These questions can help begin a dialogue with your family about which camp experience is the best fit for you.

The choice of day versus residential camp is one important aspect of the overall decision. But even then, make sure you follow up with those potential camps. Talk to directors. Ask for tours. Ask for references. Do your due diligence. In the end both you and the camp want this summer to be the first of many and the beginning of a great relationship.

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What is the primary reason for wanting to go to camp?

Has your child ever spent multiple nights sleeping away from home?

What’s your budget for camp?

Can your child bath and dress themselves independently?

How far away from home do you want your child’s camp experience to be?

• What activities are important to your camper’s experience?

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election a camp for your child can be exciting. You know that camp is the right choice. But now you need to figure out which camp is the right choice.

The following is a list of questions designed to help you steer your search:

• Is the camp Accredited by the American Camp Association? What other regulations or licenses does the camp follow?

• What kind of training does the staff receive on safety, supervision, mental health awareness, problem solving, and other areas pertinent to working with children?

• What is the most important thing for families to know about your program?

• Is the price all-inclusive, or are there extra charges for uniforms, specialty programs, transportation, tee shirts, trips, etc.?

• Is transportation available and what are the specifics?

• How does your camp handle special diet or physical needs?

• In what way may I communicate with my child while they are at camp? With the staff?

• Are there family visiting days?

• Can you provide references that I may contact?

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• What is unique about your camp?

If looking at a day camp:

• Is before/after camp care available? If so, who cares for the children, and what activities are offered? Is there an additional cost?

• Are meals provided? At what cost?

• How and where to I drop off or pick up my camper?

For more information about camp including helpful tips on finding the right camp, contact the American Camp Association or visit www.acacamps.org.

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By Erika Mailman Here’s how many rescue organizations work. Volunteers travel to a shelter, often in another county, where unadopted animals face the threat of being put to sleep.

They take the animals and place them with foster families for a brief time, then hold adoption events for the dog to find its forever family. The foster family usually “crate trains” a dog to make sure it is comfortable sleeping in a crate, which is less dire than it sounds. Dogs are den animals and actually feel safer in a confined—and therefore controllable—space. The foster family will also make sure the dog learns some basic obedience and is spayed or neutered. They find out enough about the dog’s habits, including housetraining, to pass along that information to a possible adoptive family. Available dogs are usually listed on a website with photos and biographical details so families can peruse the listings to find an appropriate dog to adopt and fill out an application.

Here is a roundup of just a few of the rescue organizations in the Bay Area. Be aware that most of these do not operate as traditional shelters; animals are not kept on the premises and are instead with their foster families. Dogs can be seen “in person” at mobile adoptions at pet stores, or in some cases at the office if you make an appointment beforehand.

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T STARTS EARLY AND IT’S RELENTLESS: the kids will beg you to get a family dog. If you are not already blessed with a four-legged presence, it may seem daunting on top of caring for young children.

And it’s true, adopting a dog is similar to having another kid in the house. There may be accidents on the floor. You will need to carve out a new schedule for walks and bathroom breaks. That spontaneous urge to bolt to Tahoe for the weekend requires a new kind of planning, either figuring out where to board the dog or determining whether you can take him or her with you.

There are also significant financial considerations to dog ownership.

But the benefits of Fido may outweigh these inconveniences. The American Kennel Club website asks, “Want a smarter, more empathetic, possibly healthier child?” and promises that adopting a dog will make it come true. The “smarter” part comes from talking to the animal, which improves cognitive development (maybe for the dog, too!). Many libraries now include “reading to the dogs” programs, where readers plunk down on the floor to read aloud to patient, judgment-free dogs. I can personally attest that this led to a reading breakthrough for one of my kids. Caring for a dog (even if it’s just a small task, like refilling the water bowl) can make a child feel empowered and build a sense of responsibility, as well as build empathy for a creature that the child has nurtured.

Finally, some studies have shown that dog-owning kids develop fewer allergies. Plus, they have the health benefit of walking the dog and throwing a ball or Frisbee for it.

In October, California passed Assembly Bill 485, so it is now illegal to sell commercially-bred pets in pet stores. That means you don’t have to worry that you are buying a “puppy mill” dog; your new friend will definitely be a rescue dog that may otherwise have been euthanized.

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Hopalong and Second Chance Animal Rescue 945 22nd Ave., Oakland • www.hopalong.org Rocket Dog Rescue This 15-year-old organization has saved over 8,000 dogs!

Headquartered in San Francisco, Rocket Dog also has an urban sanctuary in Oakland. Adoption events held in Pacifica, San Francisco, Belmont, and Oakland. www.rocketdogrescue.org Family Dog Rescue This organization does operate a shelter with regular visiting hours. As well as rescuing dogs from “kill shelters,” this organization brings in dogs from Mexico, Central America and other areas.

2253 Shafter Ave., San Francisco • www.wearefamilydog.com Wonder Dog Rescue 2926 16th St., San Francisco • www.wonderdogrescue.org Jessica’s Haven This rescue organization teams special needs kids to work with small dogs, a win-win combination. Focused on compassion, Jessica’s Haven also provides the elderly with help grooming their dogs.

4240 Redwood Hwy., San Rafael • www.jessicashaven.com Don’t forget to also check your local SPCA. Finally, dog behaviorist expert Ann King has a wonderful website with “Five Steps to Success with your Adopted Dog.” Her resources menu also contains many helpful videos.

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ACTA NON VERBA: YOUTH URBAN FARM PROJECT (OAKLAND) 510-838-2267 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-14 Acta Non Verba: Youth Urban Farm Project (ANV) elevates life in the inner city by challenging oppressive dynamics and environments through urban farming. At Camp ANV, kids learn for four fun-filled weeks about cooking, farming, nutrition, and nature.

ALAMEDA BALLET ACADEMY’S 2019 SUMMER INTENSIVE AND THEME CAMPS! (ALAMEDA) 510-337-1929 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-12 ABA’s Summer Intermediate Intensive Camp for Dancers 10+ Years and Ballet Theme Camps for Dancers 4-12 Years https://alamedaballet.com/

ALBANY ART INTENSIVE SUMMER CAMPS (ALBANY) 510-521-2671 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-10 Summer Art Intensive Camps at Albany Community Center. Work with clay, drawing, painting and collage. Come join the fun with local artist- Paquerette! Ages 5-10

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ART YOWZA! CREATIVE ART CAMPS (ALAMEDA) 510-524-9283 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-11 Est. 2004 - Art Yowza offers Summer Art Camp in Alameda for bold, creative, fun children, ages 5-11. We go on a Heroes Journey to grow our courage, self-esteem, and unique self-expression. http://www.artyowza.com/

AVID4 ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMPS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) 720-249-2412 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-13 Avid4 Adventure summer camps teach pre-K – 7th graders of all skill levels to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors.

Experienced instructors guide campers as they build confidence, practice good judgment and intelligently assess risk. https://avid4.com/

BERKELEY HIGH CREW SUMMER LEARN-TO-ROW CAMP (OAKLAND) Age or Grade Range: Ages 11+ Berkeley High Crew’s summer rowing program offers local students, ages 11 and up, a chance to try this unique, growing sport with the Berkeley High School Crew coaches and current team members.

Camp will focus on the development

of basic rowing skills using rowing machines, our 16-person training barge, and 8-person racing shells. http://www.berkeleyhighcrew.com/ home/come-row/summer-camps/

BENTLEY SUMMER ACADEMY (LAFAYETTE) 925-283-2101 Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-18 Bentley Summer Academy offers something for everyone, from grades 1-12. Camp sessions are held on our beautiful Lafayette Campus. Before and after care available. Classes taught by Bentley faculty. Programs include sports, academics, arts, culinary. https://www. bentleysummeracademy.org/

CALIFORNIA RIDING ACADEMY - CAMP JUMPS FOR JOY! (PENINSULA) 650-740-2261 Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-14 Welcome to our second location in Pacifica! We are convenient to upperpeninsula cities and San Francisco and your highest-quality option in the area. Our days are structured for optimal exposure to our horses and ponies, while assuring the campers understand safety protocols. https://californiaridingacademy.com/ camps/

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CAMP 510 (OAKLAND) 510-610-7450 Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-14 Oakland’s hands on summer day for curious and creative kids ages 6-14.

Subjects offered this year: welding, stained glass, cooking, capoeira, instruments, sewing, relief printing, recycled art, electronics, screen printing, zines, painting https://www.camp510.com/

CAMP CMC (SAN FRANCISCO) 415-647-6015 Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-14 Community Music Center’s Camp CMC offers young musicians ages 9-14 the chance to play in both small and large groups and explore many different styles of music with our diverse faculty. This engaging day camp runs June 10-14, 2019

CAMP CHRYSALIS (SLEEPAWAY) 510-843-6157 Age or Grade Range: Ages 8.5-17 Now in its 37th year, we camp among the Big Sur redwoods, the Mendocino coast and the Sierra Mountains, and focus on active study of the plants, wildlife and ecology around us, as well as on basic camping and wilderness skills and building community. http://www.campchrysalis.com/

CAMP GAN ISRAEL (WALNUT CREEK) 925-937-4101 Age or Grade Range: Ages 2-13 Jewish Day Camp for children 2 years to 13 located at Seven Hills School in Walnut Creek from June 24 until August 1. Enjoy exciting field trips, engaging crafts and activities, swimming and so much more. www.jewishcontracosta.com/camp

CAMP SUMMIT FOR THE GIFTED (SAUSALITO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-14 Camp Summit is a multi-night sleepover summer camp for gifted students ages 9 through 14, offering stimulating and challenging activities led by a uniquely qualified staff. Marin Headlands near Sausalito, June 16-22. http://www.campsummitforthegifted. com/

CAMP KALA: SUMMER YOUTH ART PROGRAM (BERKELEY) CITY OF EL CERRITO SPORTS 510-841-7000 CAMP (EL CERRITO) Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-18

Engage in hands-on art activities while working in a professional studio environment at Kala Art Institute. www.kala.org

CAMP SEA QUEST AT THE MARINE MAMMAL CENTER (SAUSALITO) 415-289-7330 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-12 Camp Sea Quest is a week-long summer day camp designed to give rising 1st - 8th graders the chance to dive into marine science and ocean conservation. Through science experiments and nature-led programming kids will discover the wonders of the ocean. http://www.marinemammalcenter. org

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510-559-8208 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-12 Ages 4-12 Non-competitive co-ed since 1993. Sports & Games, Soccer Camp & Baseball Camp @ Cerrito Vista Pk. Swimming, play structure, Foosball. dodgeball.

Frisbee, basketball, water balloons. 3 canopies w/ tables & chairs, chess & many other games http://elcerritosportscamp.com/

THE CODER SCHOOL BERKELEY (BERKELEY) 510-679-2375 Age or Grade Range: Ages 8+ Coder Camps are held at our coding school that provides a uniquely collaborative environment where kids work and code together, and

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CAMPS have a rockin’ fun summer together!

We’ve scheduled camps for both novice and intermediate coders from ages 8 and up. https://www.thecoderschool.com

students 7-17 of all skill levels. https://www.digitalmediaacademy. org/

COMPOSITION WORKSHOP AT SFCM (SAN FRANCISCO)

510-922-9669 Age or Grade Range: Ages 9-13

EAST BAY KIDZ MATH CAMP (PIEDMONT)

415-503-6254 Age or Grade Range: Ages 13-18 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.

East Bay Kidz Math Camp is especially designed for students who are struggling. Summer Math Camp is a fun, small group 3-week investigation into mathematics with a hands-on approach to learning for rising 4th-7th graders. http://www.eastbaykidzmathcamp. com

COW HOLLOW SCHOOL (SAN FRANCISCO)

EAST BAY SPCA ANIMAL CAMP (PIEDMONT)

415-921-2328 Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-5

510-564-2961 Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-13

Cow Hollow School is once again, delighted to offer our Summer Program. The CHS Summer Program is full of opportunities for wonder, play, discovery, creativity and exploration. We support children’s creative and critical thinking within rich inquiry

East Bay SPCA Animal Camp is the purr-fect fit for campers who are passionate about pets, want to make a difference for shelter animals, or just need a little experience before adding a furry friend to the family.

DANCING PAINTBRUSH STUDIO SUMMER ART CAMPS (ALBANY)

408-658-0742 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-11

SUMMER CAMP AT FALCON LEARNING (PIEDMONT)

Summer Scholars Soar Camp, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Let this summer be the best preparation for next fall.

Join our award-winning Summer We take a fun approach to essential Art Camp for a week filled with fun skills (math art, geography through and creativity! We create a warm literature, writing with a purpose, and friendly studio atmosphere to reading skills, and more). Students nurture young and teen artists! Voted will be assessed and divided by skill Best of the Bay Arts Camp by Parents level.

Press! http://www.falconlearning.net/ https://dancingpaintbrushstudio.

FIRST COVENANT CHURCH KIDS com/ 510-604-0036 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-13

DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY TECH CAMPS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) 866-656-3342 Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-17 The BEST Tech Summer Camps for Kids & Teens! Get your start as a designer, developer, programmer, engineer, animator, musician, filmmaker, and creator! Open to

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CAMP (OAKLAND)

510-531-5244 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-11 WE LOVE CAMP! Camp weeks are M-F from 9am-3pm, before/aftercare avbl. Campers must be entering Grades 1-6. First time campers just $125. Counselors must apply & go thru training. https://www.oaklandfcc.org

GATEWAY MOUNTAIN CENTER SUMMER CAMPS (SLEEPAWAY) 530.426.2110 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-17 This summer, have amazing adventures on Donner Summit! We offer three weeks of Camp Sugar Bowl, an all-around adventure camp; and three weeks of Climbing Camp, four days of climbing and one day of whitewater rafting! https://sierraexperience.org/

HILLTOP YMCA (RICHMOND) 510-662-3248 Join us for a traditional day camp over the summer! Campers will enjoy field trips, swimming 3 times a week, arts & crafts, active games, and much much more! We look forward to seeing you over summer! Camp runs from 8-4:30 with before/after care

KIDIZENS’ YOUNG MAYORS (LOS ALTOS) 650-384-0412 Age or Grade Range: Ages 6-15 Would your child like to build and be the Mayor of an entire LEGO city? Would you like to leverage your child’s love of LEGOs to help them learn critical real-life, 21st century skills? Then sign up for Kidizens’ Young Mayors LEGO Camp today! http://thekidizens.com/

LITTLE THEATER COMPANY (ALAMEDA) 510-383-0426 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-13 Little Theater Company helps grow your kids’ confidence, character and creativity through the teachings of theater. With Camps, After school programs and birthday parties your child is sure to LOVE hanging out at Little Theater Company. https://www.littletheatercompany. com/

MARIN SHAKESPEARE COMPANY SUMMER CAMPS (MARIN) 415-499-4487 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-18

Summer camps for students ages 5 and up. Acting classes for youth & teens with Internships for students Many more camps online at http://parentspress.com

CAMPS interested in Shakespeare and technical theatre ages 18 and up.

Campers study, perform, make friends and magic all at once. Playing for good! https://www.marinshakespeare.org

thousands of LEGO! https://www.play-well.org/

MARINWOOD SUMMER CAMPS (SAN RAFAEL)

Project Ember is an artistic maker/ engineering camp where kids come together to tackle outrageous challenges and create their own larger-than-life solutions. https://www.projectember.org/

415-479-0775 Age or Grade Range: Ages 3+ Marinwood’s award-winning traditional summer camps offer something for everyone! Campers will spend their days making friends with fellow campers and our amazing counselors, swimming and playing games.

MUSIC DISCOVERY & YOUTH COLLEGIUM (BERKELEY) Age or Grade Range: Ages 7-14 Journey back to Colonial Alexandria, VA. Dancing masters will introduce the popular music, dances, and entertainments of the day! sfems.org

PROJECT EMBER (BERKELEY) 415-295-5833 Age or Grade Range: Ages 10-18

SAN FRANCISCO GIRLS CHORUS: SUMMER CHORUS CAMPS FOR YOUNG SINGERS (SAN FRANCISCO) 415-346-2665 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-11 The San Francisco Girls Chorus offers one-week Summer Chorus Camps for Young Singers, open to all girls between the ages of 4-11 who are interested in music and singing.

SARAH’S SCIENCE SUMMER DAY CAMP (BERKELEY, OAKLAND) 510-581-3739 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-17

OAKLAND ZOO CAMP (OAKLAND)

The Bay Area’s premier summer (510) 632-9525 day camp for curious and creative Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-18 children ages 4+. Beautiful outdoor Oakland ZooCamp takes great pride locations in Oakland and Berkeley. in creating age-appropriate programs Weekly sessions from June 3 - August for campers in Pre-K through High 23. Join us for hands-on science School. Expect an exciting week of projects, swimming, hiking, music, outdoor nature discovery, animal and art! adventurers, zoo tours, special https://www.sarahscience.com behind the scenes and animal close SCHOOL OF ROCK SAN RAMON ups!

(SAN RAMON) https://www.oaklandzoo.org/ 925-415-3340 zoocamp Age or Grade Range: Ages 8-16

PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES: LEGOINSPIRED STEM SUMMER CAMPS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) (510) 227-9378 Age or Grade Range: Ages 5-12 Learn STEM concepts with LEGOinspired hands-on engineering!

Dream it, wreck it, build it, repeat.

We believe that kids are natural engineers and we help them realize it! Our programs are fun and educational plus they include

At School of Rock we feel that the best way to learn music is to play it. Our unique performance based approach to music education not only gets results it is a ton of fun! http://sanramon.schoolofrock.com/

challenging and focused summer dance programs available for ages 4 to 18, from beginning to the preprofessional teen in our noteworthy, supportive and encouraging community. https://www.shawl-anderson.org

SOCCER & LEADERSHIP CAMPS

BY GIRLS LEADING GIRLS (MARIN) 203-391-8133 Age or Grade Range: Ages 8+ SF Art & Soccer Camp - 6/10-6/14 $385pp, age 8 + SF Leadership & Beach Soccer Camp at Ocean Beach - 7/29-8/2 $395pp, age 8 + SF Soccer Camp at SF State Campus - 8/12-8/16 $400pp age 8 + Oakland Soccer & Leadership Camp - 7/22-7/26 $350pp, age 8+ https://www.girlsleadinggirls.org/ register/

SPANISH IMMERSION CAMPS WITH VIVA EL ESPAÑOL (LAFAYETTE, MILL VALLEY) 925-962-9177 Age or Grade Range: Ages 3-10 Viva el Español offers engaging, interactive Spanish language camps for pre-school to elementary schoolaged kids. Our camps are designed to give children a unique opportunity to learn, practice, and improve their Spanish language skills. http://www.vivaelespanol.org/

TEEN IMPROV COMEDY SUMMER CAMP (FREMONT) 510-573-3633 Age or Grade Range: Ages 13-17 Made Up Theatre’s 2019 Improv Comedy Summer Camp is a unique opportunity for your child to explore the art of improvisation, where they’ll learn games from TV’s “Whose Line Is It, Anyway?” and perform in a graduation show for family and friends!

SHAWL-ANDERSON DANCE CENTER (BERKELEY) 510-654-5921 Age or Grade Range: Ages 4-18 Offerings include a range of

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and bring art to life!

11am -3 pm FREE to youth 18 and under. Contemporary Jewish Museum 736 Mission Street San Francisco. 415655-7800; www.thecjm.org

Circus Panopticon – Circus Spire Annual Show

Diablo Ballet’s Once Upon A Time— Walnut Creek

Kinetic Arts Center’s troupe of pre-professional performers, CIRCUS SPIRE, is reaching new heights of achievement in the art of circus and physical theatre with their 2019 production of CIRCUS PANOPTICON Saturdays @ 4pm & 8pm. Sundays @ 1pm & 5pm. Tiered pricing options. Kinetic Arts Center, 785 7th Street Oakland, www.circuspanopticon.bpt.me

Join Diablo Ballet on a fairytale adventure where you will meet Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Sleeping Beauty, Jack and the Beanstalk, Snow White and more. Running Time: approx 1 hour 15 minutes, with no intermission.

23 | Saturday Diablo Ballet’s Once Upon A Time— Walnut Creek Join Diablo Ballet on a fairytale adventure where you will meet Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Sleeping Beauty, Jack and the Beanstalk, Snow White and more. Running Time: approx 1 hour 15 minutes, with no intermission.

2pm.& 8pm. $30 and up Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr. Walnut Creek. Call for tickets 925- 943-SHOW (7469), www.lesherartscenter.org

Puppet Show: The Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings — Oakland A charming African tale about the hazards of wishing to be something that you’re not. Little Stubby has an active imagination and always wants to be other creatures, instead of the little rabbit he is. Be careful what you wish for!

Repeats most Saturdays and Sundays through 4/7.

11am, 2 & 4pm, Free with admission. All ages. Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland. 510-238-6876, www.fairyland.org

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2pm.& 8pm. $30 and up Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr. Walnut Creek. Call for tickets 925- 943-SHOW (7469), www.lesherartscenter.org

30 | Saturday Feast for the Beasts — Oakland Main Entrance doors open early at 9:00am and the first 250 guests will receive a golden ticket to spread produce in the elephant exhibit. Once all the food is in place, everyone exits the exhibit to watch the hungry herd chow down on their treats. You won’t want to miss this one of a kind experience that the Oakland Zoo is offering.

9am-3pm. Free with Admission. All ages. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland. 510-632-9525, www. oaklandzoo.org

Little Folkies Family Band Spring Concert— Berkeley The Little Folkies song collection spans four volumes (Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall) of amazing, original, and old time folk music for children 11am. Admission $15. Freight & Salvage. 2020 Addison St Berkeley. www.thefreight.org

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Art Pushcart at CJM— San Francisco

Free Early Admission at the Japanese Tea Garden — San Francisco

visit The CJM’s Art Pushcart, a roving gallery guide with a surprising collection of games, materials, and questions, helping visitors of all ages to explore The Museum

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

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at the tea house. Free early admission offered Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

9 am–6 pm, free before 10 am Japanese Tea Garden, 7 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, 415-666-3232, japaneseteagardensf.com

Historic Walking Tour of Chinatown — 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. 10am & 1:30pm, 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

2 | Tuesday The Contemporary Jewish Museum offers free admission to all visitors.

11am–5 pm, free. Contemporary Jewish Museum, 736 Mission St., San Francisco, 415-655-7800, www.thecjm.org

Free First Tuesday at the Palace of the Legion of Honor — San Francisco The Palace of the Legion of Honor offers free admission to all visitors today.

9:30 am–5:15 pm, 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 The De Young Museum offers free admission to all visitors today.

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

5 | Friday Toddler Ramble — Hayward Enjoy Fridays with your child at the Interpretive Center. Your little one will discover the shoreline through hands-on 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 10:30am & 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.

10am-noon or 1:15pm-2pm. 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

Pippin— Berkeley From the composer of Wicked comes this charming, enchanting, and dazzling musical parable about the cyclical paths one can take to find what is right in front of them. Prince Pippin, son of King Charlemagne the Great, is on a quest for the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. Unable to gain insight from his father, Pippin decides that experience and adventure is the path to enlightenment. Through May 5.

7pm. See website for pricing options for tickets. All ages.

PRESCHOOLS AND CHILDCARE CENTERS If you could give your child one gift to last a lifetime, what would it be?

3 | Wednesday Free First Wednesday at Bay Area Discovery Museum — Sausalito

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Enjoy free admission and all the fun activities and displays at the Bay Area Discovery Museum today.

9 am–4 pm, Free. Bay Area Discovery Museum, 577 McReynolds Road, Sausalito. 415-339-3900, www. bayareadiscoverymuseum.org

4 | Thursday Free First Thursday at the Berkeley Art Museum — Berkeley Through art and film programs, collections, and research resources, the University aspires to be locally connected and globally relevant, engaging audiences from the campus, community, and beyond.

10am–7pm, Free. 2155 Center St, Berkeley, (510) 6420808, bampfa.org

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

• Music, Art, and Language Programs • Expansive Outdoor Play Area • Hours: 7a.m. – 6p.m. (Year-Round) • Ages 2-5 Years and Bridge K Class

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Montessori Children’s Center

Berkeley Playhouse. 2640 College Avenue, Berkeley.

510.845.8542, tickets.berkeleyplayhouse.org

An Authentic Montessori preschool and Kindergarten, serving children ages 2 - 6

Full and half-day programs available • Before and after school care Open 7am - 6pm

Summer Adventure Camp

Art & Science Projects | Cooking | Nature Activities 9 week session June 17 through August 16 Lic #384001313

80 Juan Bautista Circle | San Francisco | 415.333.4410 | montessorichildrenscenter.org

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A charming African tale about the hazards of wishing to be something that you’re not. Little Stubby has an active imagination and always wants to be other creatures, instead of the little rabbit he is. Be careful what you wish for! Repeats most Saturdays and Sundays through 4/7.

Autism Speaks — Oakland

(510) ( 5 1 0531-1534 ) 531-1534

• We do Potty Training • Snacks/Hot Lunch We do Potty Training • Snacks / Hot Lunch www.chathampreschool.com www.chathampreschool.com

Puppet Show: The Rabbit Who Wanted Red Wings — Oakland

11am, 2 & 4pm, Free with admission. All ages.

Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland.

510-238-6876, www.fairyland.org

Lic#01341436

Part Time/Full Time 7:30 am-6 pm Part Time / Full Time 7:30am - 6pm

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Join Autism Speaks at Oakland Zoo for our ‘Zoo Go Blue’ autism awareness day. Free admission to all individuals on the spectrum with the purchase of an adult ticket. Visit the Autism Speaks awareness table to learn more about how Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan, for the needs of individuals

Dynamic Education The Optimizing Each Child’s Potential Child Now Enrolling Day Schools, LLC Spring / Summer 2019 Family operated since 1976

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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.

10am $12/adults. $8/seniors (62+), $6/children (4-17 yrs.), 3 yrs. and under free. All ages. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont. 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org

MakeArt Family Day — San Francisco MCD’s galleries will be filled with activities for visitors of all ages. Craft your day with the whole family at MCD! 11 am -3 pm. Free with museum admission. Museum of Craft and Design 2569 Third Street San Francisco 415773-0303, sfmcd.org

7 | Sunday Free First Sunday at OMCA- Oakland Spend your weekend with us at First Sundays at OMCA! Immerse yourself in the powerful video installation Question Bridge: Black Males, on view in the California Gallery of Art. Discover Mildred Howard’s TAP: Investigation of Memory and explore how dance and activism intertwine. Experience all that our Galleries of California Art, History, and Natural Sciences have to offer. Check out a docent tour and stop by the OMCA Store or Blue Oak café to pick up a treat.

11am-5pm. Free. All ages. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, museumca.org

Alameda Point Antique Faire — Alameda The Alameda Point Antiques Faire is the largest antiques show in Northern California. Held on the 1st Sunday of every month, the Faire boasts over 800

Dealer booths. All items are 20 years old or older. Our faire is the ultimate place to shop for vintage and antique home decorations, clothing, furniture, jewelry, art, pottery, books & collectibles.

6-7:30 am $15.00, 7:30- 9am $10.00, 9am to 3pm $5.00.

All ages. 2900 Navy Way (at Main Street) Alameda, CA. alamedapointantiquesfaire.com

Pippin— Berkeley From the composer of Wicked comes this charming, enchanting, and dazzling musical parable about the cyclical paths one can take to find what is right in front of them. Prince Pippin, son of King Charlemagne the Great, is on a quest for the secret to true happiness and fulfillment. Unable to gain insight from his father, Pippin decides that experience and adventure is the path to enlightenment. Through May 5.

2pm. See website for pricing options for tickets. All ages.

Berkeley Playhouse. 2640 College Avenue, Berkeley.

510.845.8542, tickets.berkeleyplayhouse.org

PRESCHOOLS AND CHILDCARE CENTERS The Child Unique Montessori School

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with autism and their families 9am-3pm. Free with Admission. All ages. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland. 510-632-9525, www. oaklandzoo.org

• Toddler • PreSchool Transitional Kindergarten New second language and PE program Registration for 2019/20 School Year begins in February

We are a Welcoming School!

Limited Openings for Fall 2018 2226 Encinal Avenue Alameda 510.521.9227 www.thechildunique.org

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We provide a Year Round Program Infant and toddler care for ages 12-24 months Preschool for ages 2-5 years Part-day program: 8:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Extended Part-day program: 8:45 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Full-day program: 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

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Helping your child excel in a warm and nurturing environment

Email to Schedule a Tour

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Preschool Hands-on learning in a small, group environment 12– 14 children ages 3 – 5 years The Creative Play Center’s program provides a rich, nurturing environment in which creative play and learning takes place.

12 | Friday Family Fun Night — Berkeley Get in the “habit” of bringing the whole family to Habitot every 2nd Friday of the month, for an early evening of playing together, art & STEM activities, and connecting with other parents of 1-5 year olds. Space limited.

5:30–7:30 pm To reserve email habitotreservations@ lmi.net or call our Reservations Desk at 510-647-1111 x14. Habitot Children’s Museum, 20615 Kitteridge St., Berkeley. 510-647-1111, www.habitot.org

Preschool is 9 am until 1 pm - (extended hours available)

CPC is currently accepting applications for Fall, 2018

Preschool Performance Series: Magician Phil Ackerly— Danville

(510) 524-9399

www.CreativePlayCenterAlbany.com 1151 Portland Ave., Albany, CA 94706

Lic. #010204748

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Making little ones laugh, dance, and sing-along since 2009, the Town of Danville is pleased to continue to present fun and unique top-level entertainers for preschool-aged children. Presented in 50 minutes with no intermission.

10am. $5. Ages 1-6. Village Theatre and Art Gallery 233 Front Street, Danville. 925.314.3400, http://www. villagetheatreshows.com

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Octopretzel— Berkeley 2018

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Enrolling now: a NEW Montessori school in Berkeley Ages 2.5-6 • Immediate start • Year-round

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Part/full/extended day available • Limited financial aid available 2008 McGee Ave • Berkeley • 510.679.5056 • www.littleelephant.net

In a show as exuberant as their whimsical name, Octopretzel returns to the Freight stage to share exciting new material! The band creates engaging music, inspiring curiosity, wonder, and appreciation for the world we live in.

11am. Admission $12. Freight & Salvage. 2020 Addison St Berkeley. www.thefreight.org

2019 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival — San Francisco 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 14, beginning at City Hall and concluding in Japantown.

Times vary; check website for detailed event and times listings, sfcherryblossom.org

Tinkerfest— Oakland

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Tinkerfest is a one-day festival that celebrates the creative, curious, and innovative spirit in all of us. Tinkerfest brings together makers, artists, and tinkerers to showcase their work while inviting attendees of all ages to join in DIY fun.

10am - 5pm. Free with admission. All ages. Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd. Oakland 510-3367300, www.chabotspace.org

Music For Families: Music, Magic, Mystery Did you know you don’t need a wand to cast a spell?

Think about the magical powers of music! Even without pictures, music can paint colorful stories in our minds, make us feel different emotions, and transport us to a different time and place. Join us for a concert that is all about magic and myths--you’ll hear the music of Harry Potter as well as the thrilling Russian tale of The Firebird.

2 pm. $7.50 and up. Davies Symphony Hall 201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco 415-864-6000, www.sfsymphony.org

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The Conservation Society of California invites you to the 22nd Annual Celebration of Earth Day at Oakland Zoo! Celebrate our beautiful planet, and the power of PRESCHOOLS AND CHILDCARE CENTERS our collective actions with over 60 hands-on Earth Day PP EB MAR 2014_1-16.26rm.indd 11 Stations and local environmental organizations!

9am-3pm. Free with Admission. All ages. Oakland Zoo, Comprehensive Humanistic Learning Center 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland. 510-632-9525, www.

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Marine Science Sunday —Sausalito

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month for Marine Science Sunday - a FREE engaging oceaninspired classroom series from our education experts.

These interactive classroom programs are great for all ages!

10am - 4 pm Free. The Marine Mammal Center 2000 Bunker Road Fort Cronkhite Sausalito 415 289-7325

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. In addition to the Kids’ Challenge, there will be fun kids’ activities at the expo. 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

Flexible Scheduling Loving, Developmental, Child-Oriented Classrooms Year’round Enrollment, Reasonable Rates

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16 | Tuesday Children’s Yoga — Berkeley Join Prana for tiny yoga with tiny yogis. This is an ongoing class that meets each Tuesday. You can chose to drop in or sign up for a block of classes.

4-5 p.m. $9 per student. Ages 3-5. Prana Yoga Center, 1723 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. 510-655-3664, www. yogalayam.org

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A ministry ofMonday Bay Area Chinese Bible Church - Friday 7am - 6pm lunch service provided

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19 | Friday Toddler Ramble — Hayward Enjoy Fridays with your child at the Interpretive Center.

Your little one will discover the shoreline through hands-on 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.

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

20 | Saturday Free National Parks Entrance— San Francisco Come experience the national parks! On five days in 2019, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm

Bunny Weekend at Fairyland! — Oakland Come meet one of Fairyland’s own bunny stars and spend time with Critters By The Bay’s walk-around bunny characters!

See website for event schedule, Free with admission. All ages. Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave. Oakland.

510-238-6876, www.fairyland.org

Earth Day San Francisco Street Festival — San Francisco San Francisco celebrates the 50th 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.

11am–7pm, Free. 22th Street and Valencia, San Francisco, www.earthdaystreetfest.org

Earth Day—Oakland Celebrate Earth Day by helping clean, green and beau-

tify Oakland at projects throughout the city’s parks, streets, creeks and waterways!

9 a.m.-Noon. Free. All ages. Locations all over Oakland, see website. 510-238-7611, www.oaklandearthday.org

21 | Sunday - Easter The 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 pm. Parade at 2 pm. Free Union Street ~ Gough to Fillmore, San Francisco www.UnionStreetSF.com

Art Pushcart at CJM— San Francisco Visit The CJM’s Art Pushcart, a roving gallery guide with a surprising collection of games, materials, and questions, helping visitors of all ages to explore The Museum and bring art to life!

11am -3 pm FREE to youth 18 and under. Contemporary Jewish Museum 736 Mission Street San Francisco. 415655-7800; www.thecjm.org

22 | Monday —ww Earth Day Earth Day Reminds Us to be Nice to Mother Earth — Lafayette Come find out how you can make a difference with the future of our world.

11 am- 3 pm. Free. All ages.3491 Mt Diablo Blvd, Lafayette. (925) 385-2280, www.sustainablelafayette.org

26 | Friday Bay Area National Dance Week — San Francisco 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 Square Park. Running April 26-May 5.

Times and dates vary; check website for details, bayareandw.org

Parents’ Night Out — Berkeley Drop off your kids, 2-7 yrs, for play and fun while parents enjoy a movie or dinner out. $44 per child, $34 for siblings. Pizza for dinner included. Space limited.

5:30–9:30 pm. To reserve email habitotreservations@ lmi.net or call our Reservations Desk at 510-647-1111 x14. Habitot Children’s Museum, 20615 Kitteridge St., Berkeley. 510-647-1111, www.habitot.org

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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.

11am-3 pm. $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

28 | Sunday Opening Day on the Bay — San Francisco

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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.

9am, www.picya.org

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Annual ‘Ukulele Festival of Northern California — Union City

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Come and enjoy the Northern California Ukulele Festival. This local event offers a unique experience that includes live music, ukulele workshops, arts and crafts, and delicious food.

9 am-5 pm. $20, under 5 free. All ages. James Logan High School Center for the Performing Arts 1800 H Street, Union City, www.norcalukulelefestival.org

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Art Pushcart at CJM— San Francisco Visit The CJM’s Art Pushcart, a roving gallery guide with a surprising collection of games, materials, and questions, helping visitors of all ages to explore The Museum and bring art to life!

11am -3 pm FREE to youth 18 and under. Contemporary Jewish Museum 736 Mission Street San Francisco. 415655-7800; www.thecjm.org

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