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Guide to Preschools
East Bay Guide to Pediatric Doctors
So it’s time to take the big step! Parents’ Press offers up its comprehensive guide to the many preschool, child care and family activity programs for the littlest learners in the East Bay. A comprehensive list of local preschools begins on page 22.
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A comprehensive list of local physicians begins on page 7.
Departments 3
10 Featured Acitivites
15 Family Cents
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Off the Press
Presidential Debates and Children
Financial Moves You Never Want Your Children to Make
15 Teach Inn
5 Bookshelf
Get Your Teenager to Jump In
Advertiser Category Index Enrichment Programs.............................. 3-4 Family Fun........................................... 5-6, 8 Health and Wellness.............................. 9-13 Preschool Guide..................................16-29
Eye Catching Graphic Novels
30 School Open Houses
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Author’s Page
31 Kids’ Culture
Retail....................................................... 15
Local Graphic Novelist Shines
Schools...............................................31-40
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First Year
Friends with Postpartum Need Help!
33 Family Fun Calendar
It’s Pumpkin Time
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0 1 Featured Activites
1 | Saturday 1 Art, Jazz, and Wine Festival — Pleasant Hill
All weekend long enjoy free live music, and an expanded kids area. Food, beer and wine will be available for purchase. There will be more than 70 arts and crafts vendors. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Pleasant Hill, 60 Crescent Dr., Pleasant Hill. 925-687-0700, www.pleasanthillchamber.com
2 | Sunday 2 Foods of Americas: Family Day— Berkeley
Join us for a fun-filled day during our Foods of the Americas Exhibit. There will be entertainment for all: crafts, docent explainers, corn husk dolls, food tastings, and demos. 11 a.m. -3 p.m. Free with admission $10 for adults, $5 ages 13-17, $2 ages 5-12, under 5 are free. All ages. UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510-642-5045, www. botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu
8 | Saturday Harvest Festival EBRP —
3 Fremont
Its harvest time on the farm! Bring your family and join your friends for some down home country fun. Harvest the Indian corn and popcorn and help fill our corncribs. Take home a share of our colorful corn for your holiday table. Enjoy magic shows, cider pressing, old-time music and crafts.
10:30 a.m-3 p.m. Free. All Ages. Ardenwood HIstoric Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. p.m. Admission $23. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd. Oakland 510-632-9525, www.oaklandzoo.org
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23 | Sunday 7 East Bay Mini Maker Faire
Lights Festival — 4 Autumn Oakland Join us for the 5th Anniversary Autumn Lights Festival beautifully situated in the gardens at the shores of Oakland’s shimmering Lake Merritt. The festive evenings blend live music, art, fire dancers, food and libations to make one unforgettable experience. This popular annual fundraiser for the Friends of the Gardens at Lake Merritt is easy to get to and fun for all ages. 6 -11 p.m. $20 adv, $25 at the door, youth $7 adv or $10 at the door, under 5 free The Gardens at Lake Merritt, Lakeside Park Garden Center, 666 Bellevue Ave, Oaklandwww.GardensatLakeMerritt.org
16 | Sunday 5 22nd Annual Dias De Los
Muertos (Days of the Dead) — Oakland Join OMCA featuring Varied Performances Ranging From Contemporary Latino Hip Hop to Traditional Folkloric Dance, Mesoamerican Cooking Demonstrations, Community-Created Altars, and More 12 -4:30 p.m. Members and ages 8 and under free, $15.95 / adults, $10.95 for students/seniors/ youth, $6.95 ages 9-17 Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www.museumca.org
22 | Saturday - Dens, Domiciles 6 ZooKids & Dwellings — Oakland
— Oakland
The day long Faire showcases almost 200 maker projects.There are many opportunities for hands-on learning and making, all included in the entry price.
East Bay Riding Academy
— Fremont 9 Halloween Climb aboard the farm’s train
10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15-$20 Park Day School, 360 42nd St. Oakland, 510-653-0317
for an evening ride through fields and woods. This slightly frightful evening is designed for families with children 12 years of age and under.
27 | Thursday Trick or 8 Howl-ooo-ween! Treat with the Animals -
Walnut Creek
Trick or treat with the animals at Lindsay Wildlife Experience’s most popular event for miniature ghosts and goblins and their families: Howl-ooo-ween! Come in costume and meet some creepy crawly friends and not-so-scary animals. Every child will receive their very own Lindsay Wildlife Howl-ooo-ween trick-or-treat bag. There are plenty of activities for the whole family. 5:30 - 8 p.m. $12 per person, 2 and under free. Lindsay Wildlife Experience 1931 First Ave, Walnut Creekberkel lindsaywildlife.org ey bal l et thea te r where all can dance
berkeley ballet theater where all can dance
7 p.m $7 adults, $5 children. Families with kids 12 and under. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont. 510-544-2792 www. ebparks.org
29 | Saturday Scavenger Hunt 10 Halloween — Pleasanton Children 10 years old and younger are invited to come in costume and pick up instructions, a Halloween bag and their first clue from the starting location outside of the Museum on Main at 603 Main Street. 10 am -12 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Pleasanton Main St., 925-484-2199, www.pleasantondowntown. net
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Would you like to sleep in the trees? Or maybe a nice warm pond? Learn about where animals live and how they interact with their environments. ZooKids is a series of weekend classes for children ages 4-5. Each class includes touring part of the zoo, making a craft, meeting small animals up-close, and a snack. ZooKids is a great way for our younger visitors to connect with wildlife..
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28 | Friday
Friday 7pm, Saturday 11am, 3pm, 7pm & Sunday 11am, 3pm
Celebrate the Holidays Join us for the East Bay’s premier at this joyous, familyfamily-friendly Nutcracker friendly tradition. Children performance. Meet the dancers at can meet our dancers at Sugar Sugar Plum Fairy parties following Plum Fairy parties after the 11am the 11am performances (separete performances on Saturday and admission). Sunday (separate admission).
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Sunday Soccer $35 per seat
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Regents’ Theater at Holy Names University 3500 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619 510-843-4687 berkeleyballet.org
Head coach: Joel Gildersleeve Fall Session: Sept. 25 - Nov. 27 Soccer 12:00 - 1:30 pm Ages: 4-5, 6-7, 8-10
Ongoing, on-site Registration Our new riding school is designed to teach kids to ride who may not have their own horse. We provide top quality school ponies trained in dressage and jumping. Riding lessons as well as horse management lessons are offered.
San Ramon & The Horse Park at Woodside 925.588.1480 • EastBayRidingAcademy.com
any Sunday at 11:40 am. Fees prorated. Same fee resident/non-res. Sibling discount. Fresh fruit snack break. Rain outs made up. Plan Ahead for Spring Session (April 2 - June 4) and Summer Sports Camp 2017!
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OFF THE PRESS Watching a Presidential Debate with your Children
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n September 26, I asked my husband if he wanted to watch the presidential debate. I’m usually not one to enjoy the half year leading up to an election for president with all of the mud slinging and negativity, but curiosity got the better of me this year, and I did want to see how the two candidates would perform, and, hear their views on important issues.” So at 6:00 p.m., we turned on the television. My kids, Michael, age 10, and Katie, age 7, were in the room. I was curious to see if they would be interested in the debate, or, if it would be enough to scare them out of the room. Interesting enough, they were totally into it. Then the questions started coming at my husband and I like a tsunami, with no time to react before the next wave came on. Here are some of the comments the candidates made, and the questions and comments that the kids had, as well as some of our responses. The debate starts and the candidates quickly jump on each other. My husband and I pour a glass of wine hoping to relax and watch.
Then… From the Kids: -“Why are they (the candidates) both talking at the same time?” -“They are being so rude to each other!” -“Trump is a liar”. We asked, where did they hear “that” from. The answer
“School”. “Who at school?” we asked. “Other kids” -“Why is Hilary telling all of these secrets about Trump?” -“Are there other people in the room besides the cameraman and the guy (Lester Holt) asking questions?” We explained how there were lots of people
in the room watching the presidential debate including an audience. More from the kids. “What’s a Presidential Debate?” We explained. “Why are so many people there?” “What happened in Oklahoma and
New York?” We explained “What’s the rule for people being able to have guns? How old do they have to be? How old do you have to be to drink wine?” “What would happen if ISIS jumped out through the background and
grabbed them? Who does ISIS want to be president?” “What’s an endorsement?” “Why did Trump make the comment about the 400 lb. man on the computer? That’s offensive!” “Do you know who Hunter Pence has voted for?” We explained that the election has not yet happened. It will be in November. “What about Buster Posey?” More explaining. “Has Emma’s mom voted yet?” More explaining. “Have you voted yet?” More explaining. “When is everybody going to vote?” “Why do they keep talking over each other?” “They are not very nice! Trump is not nice.” “Why are they interrupting each other?” “What’s stamina?” “How many lies did each one of them say?” All in all, I think I heard about a quarter of what was said, which was worth it, especially to see and hear my children’s questions and comments.
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Bookshelf Eye Catching Graphic Novels
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raphic novels have hooked many kids on reading. Raina Telgemeier’s comics definitely dominate both the best-seller lists and my school library’s circulations, but I love to encourage my students to read widely. Here are some of our favorite graphic novels for elementary school kids. Some are silly, some are out of this world, and some will make you think and wonder. All of them have terrific characters and stories that make you want to keep reading. Amulet series: The Stonekeeper, vol. 1, by Kazu Kibuishi (Graphix / Scholastic; ages 9-12; $12.99; 192 pp.). This series combines mystery, adventure, and fantasy as Emily and her younger brother search for their mother, captured in an alternate universe. A favorite series at my school. Babymouse series: Queen of the World, vol. 1, by Jennifer L. Holm, illustrated by Matthew Holm (Random House; ages 7-10; $6.99; 96 pp.). Babymouse is an utterly relatable heroine as she navigates the drama of school, lockers, and friendships. Will she get invited to super-popular Felicia’s slumber party? Is it worth ditching her best friend to go? Sassy fun and imagination save the day. The Baby-Sitters Club series: Kristy’s Great Idea, vol. 1, by Ann M. Martin, illustrated by Raina Telgemeier (Graphix / Scholastic; ages 8-12; $10.99; 192 pp.). Raina Telgemeier adds energy and humor to Ann Martin’s classic Baby-Sitters Club series. Four best friends help each other deal with everything from crabby toddlers to enormous dogs and prank calls. New color versions delight readers. Cici series: Believe Your Eyes, vol. 1, by Cori Doerrfeld, illustrated by Tyler Page (Graphic Universe; ages 7-10; $7.99; 48 pp.) Latina Cici’s 10th birthday is not going well: her parents are separating, her best friend is ditching her, and now she’s growing wings as she becomes a hada, with extra fairy powers. A fun mix of fantasy and realworld problems. El Deafo, by Cece Bell (Abrams; ages 8-12; $10.95; 248 pp.). When she was four years old, cartoonist Cece Bell became severely deaf after she contracted meningitis. This delightful, heartfelt memoir shares her journey through school, searching for friends, trying to fit in, and dealing with her deafness. She mixes warmth and humor with complex issues.
with ghosts portends something dangerous and harmful. Soon, she discovers more about the town’s celebration of the Day of the Dead and her own Latino heritage. I especially love the way Raina layers poignant, important messages about family, courage, and facing fears. Mighty Jack, by Ben Hatke (First Second; ages 9-12; $14.99; 208 pp.). This adaptation of Jack and the Beanstalk is full of magic, suspense, and mystery as modern Jack plants magic seeds with his younger sister Maddy and a new neighborhood friend. The garden that grows from these seeds is full of wondrous, ominous powers and creatures that threaten to destroy Jack’s home.
Roller Girl, by Victoria Jamieson (Dial / Penguin; ages 9-13; $12.99; 240 pp.). Astrid joins a roller derby boot camp the summer before middle school, making new friends and navigating this rough-and-tumble sport. My students love the way Astrid deals with friendship issues and discovers her own strength and stamina.
Smile, by Raina Telgemeier (Graphix / Scholastic; ages 8-14; $10.99; 224 pp.). Raina Telgemeier’s memoirs Smile and Sisters are absolute favorites. She draws readers in with her relatable situations and humor, creating a real bond as she reflects on family relationships, friendship dramas, and the pressures tweens face at school and at home.
Secret Coders, by Gene Luen Yang, illustrated by Mike Holmes (First Second; ages 8-12; $9.99; 96 pp.). Hopper isn’t sure she’s going to like her new school, especially with its creepy birds and crazy janitor, but things turn around as she and her new friends use logic and computer programming to discover the school’s secrets. Kids love the way they’re drawn into figuring out logic puzzles right alongside Hopper.
Mary Ann Scheuer is the librarian at Emerson Elementary School in Berkeley. Find more books she recommends sharing with your children at her blog, Great Kid Books, http://greatkidbooks. blogspot.com.
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Hilo series: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth, by Judd Winick (Random House; ages 7-10; $13.99; 208 pp.). D.J. Lim’s life turns from ordinary to exciting when he discovers Hilo, an extraterrestrial boy wearing nothing but silver underpants. This story is full of action and humor as Hilo and D.J. battle robots and giant insects intent on destroying Hilo’s home planet. Ghosts, by Raina Telgemeier (Graphix / Scholastic; ages 8-12; $10.99; 256 pp.). When Cat and her family move to a foggy, windy Northern Californian town, she worries that the town’s obsessions
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By Mary Ann Scheuer
Author’s Page Local Graphic Novelist Shines Interview with Raina Telgemeier
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hen Raina Telgemeier recently held a reading at the Berkeley Public Library, over 500 young fans turned out to see their favorite cartoonist. Bay Area settings play a prominent role in many of her graphic novels because Telgemeier lived in San Francisco and the Peninsula for much of her life. Parents Press columnist Mary Ann Scheuer asks Telgemeier about her newest book, Ghosts, its Northern California setting, and the inspiration for this story.
Parents Press: You create such a relatable character in Cat. I’m curious what part of Ghosts draws on your own experiences and what is creating a new character and story? Raina Telgemeier: Cat shares my anxiety. I have a lot of fears and phobias, from things that go bump in the night to much deeper issues within myself. Some of these I worked through on the page, but otherwise Cat and her surroundings are fictional. Her little sister, Maya, who has cystic fibrosis, is in part inspired by my young cousin who became terminally ill when she was 12. Sabina was an incredible, spirited, unstoppable kid, and Maya definitely shares some of her light. PP: I love how you capture the Northern California coastal setting. What town and experiences influenced this? Telgemeier: Bahía de la Luna isn’t a real place, but it was inspired by a mash-up of Half Moon Bay, Santa Cruz, Moss Beach, Monterey, and Morro Bay, and a little Santa Ana for good measure, even though that’s in Orange County. I grew up in San Francisco, but my family loved exploring the oceanside towns all over the Bay Area. PP: The town’s celebration of Día de los Muertos is wonderful—did any local celebrations inspire this? Telgemeier: I attended San Francisco’s annual celebration while I was drawing the book. I brought a sketchbook and took hundreds of photographs, and much of what I saw that night made its way into the story. Día de los Muertos celebrations are
There’s so much interplay between the words and the pictures, and you can pick up new bits of information with each reread. humbling and reverent, and I think everyone takes something different away from them. In addition, many museums and cultural centers in the Bay Area offer art exhibits and events in the weeks leading up to November. I got to explore the SOMArts Cultural Center’s display last year, which was terrific. PP: My students are particularly interested in the way Maya copes with cystic fibrosis. What inspired you to make this part of the story? Telgemeier: Cystic fibrosis is a disease that directly affects a person’s ability to breathe, and breathing is a huge theme in the story: ghosts don’t breathe, so Maya feels like she can relate to them. And Cat’s anxiety means that she sometimes forgets to stop and breathe deeply herself. PP: Kids love reading your books over and over again. What do you think draws kids back to comics for so many repeated readings? Telgemeier: There’s so much interplay between the words and the
pictures, and you can pick up new bits of information with each reread. I’m the same way: I like to read a comic through quickly the first time to enjoy the story, and then go back again and savor the art and the jokes and the timing and the pacing. Mary Ann Scheuer is the librarian at Emerson Elementary School in Berkeley. Find more books she recommends sharing with your children at her blog, Great Kid Books, http://greatkidbooks. blogspot.com.
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EAST BAY GUIDE TO PEDIATRIC HEALTH
East Bay Pediatricians Keeping Kids Healthy Our Round Up of Some of the East Bay’s Top Pediatricians Finding the right doctor takes time and research. In general, people spend more time doing research for buying a car or picking a travel destination than they do for picking a physician. Yet a physician is someone who you trust with your life or your children’s lives. It is important that people are aware that they have choices. It is our goal at Parents’ Press to help you with providing pediatrician resources from general Pediatricians to specialists who focus on pediatric health to help parents make the best choice for their families. When looking for a physician you should shop for one the way you would shop for a preschool or a financial planner. Make a list of what you are looking for in a doctor and her team. Consider your priorities. If you are looking for a pediatrician, location may be as important to you as how the doctor communicates. If you are in need of a specialist, you may be more interested in who has the best credentials than how far you need to go to see that doctor. You could be starting the most important professional relationship you ever have. On the following pages we list the Best the East Bay has to offer in Pediatric medicine. We are so fortunate to have so many wonderful options available to us in the Bay Area. Use this tool as a starting point for researching the best fit for you and your family.
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East Bay Pediatrics 2999 Regent St Ste. 325 925-254-9203
1650 Walnut St 510-848-2566
Paula Brinkley MD 2915 Telegraph Ave Suite 101 510-843-4544
Michael B. Linn MD Bayside Medical Group 2915 Telegraph Ave Suite 101 510-843-4544
Penny B. Harris MD Alameda Pediatric Associates 1332 Park St Suite 202 510-523-3417
James G Cuthbertson MD Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group 1650 Walnut St. 510-848-2566
Robin G. Meezan MD Pediatric Medical Group 2320 Woolsey St Suite 301 510-204-7940
Jean M. Kim, MD Kaiser Permanente 2417 Central Ave 510-752-9200
Elaine E. Davenport MD Berkeley Pediatric Medical Grp 1650 Walnut St 510-848-2566
Marcia Charles-Mo MD East Bay Pediatrics 2999 Regent St Ste. 325 925-438-1100
Andrea Ming Lee, MD Kaiser Permanente 2417 Central Ave 510-752-9200
Annemary B. Franks MD Berkeley Pediatric Medical Grp 1650 Walnut St 510-848-2566
Wolffe Nadoolman MD Private Pediatrics Inc. 3031 Telegraph Ave 1-888-254-3950
Susan Elizabeth Minger, MD Kaiser Permanente 2417 Central Ave 510-752-9200
Jane E. Hunter MD The Pediatric Medical Group 2510 Webster St Suite 3 510-849-1744
Richard L Oken MD East Bay Pediatrics 2999 Regent St Ste. 325 925-438-1100
Benjamin Jarrahi MD Kiwi Pediatrics Medical Group 1744 Alcatraz Ave 510-652-1720
Janet Perlman MD Bayside Medical Group 2915 Telegraph Ave Suite 101 510-843-4544
Katharine Brown MD John Muir Physician Network 1505 Saint Alphonsus Way 925-838-4633
Lisa S. Kalar MD Berkeley Pediatric Medical Grp 1650 Walnut St 510-848-2566
Karin B. Schiffman MD 2500 Milvia St Suite 102 510-845-0300
Paul S. Cortez MD John Muir Physician Network 1505 Saint Alphonsus Way 925-838-4633
Benjamin N. King MD Berkeley Pediatric Medical Group 1650 Walnut St 510-848-8566
Gregory P. Hahn MD John Muir Physician Network 1505 Saint Alphonsus Way 925-838-4633
David W. Kittams MD Kiwi Pediatrics Medical Group 1744 Alcatraz Ave 510-652-1720
Robert I. Kadas MD John Muir Physician Network 1505 Saint Alphonsus Way 925-838-4633
Steven C. Kowaleski MD Pediatric Medical Group 2320 Woolsey St Suite 301 510-204-7940
Lynne M. Whyte MD John Muir Physician Network 1505 Saint Alphonsus Way 925-838-4633
Gary B. Landman MD 2006 Dwight Way Suite 101 510-848-9010
Leo Y. Cheng MD Kaiser Permanente 2417 Central Ave 510-752-9200
Kelly D. Beatty MD Pinwheel Pediatrics 2165 East St 925-827-9195 Eugene Lipson MD Diablo Valley Pediatric Medical Grp 2299 Bacon St Suite 7 925-676-6500 Ryan P. Tracy MD Diablo Valley Pediatric Medical Grp 2299 Bacon St Suite 7 925-676-6500
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WE’RE ALL ABOUT THE BIG PICTURE.
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BERKELEY Myles B Abbott MD
Petra Froehlich Landman MD Pediatric Medical Group 2320 Woolsey St Ste. 301 510-849-1744 Olivia Lang MD Berkeley Pediatric Medical Grp
Robin Winokur MD Kiwi Pediatrics Medical Group 1744 Alcatraz Ave. 510-652-1720
CASTRO VALLEY Neil W. Hoglund MD Primary Pediatrics Medical Grp 20126 Stanton Ave Suite 200 510-881-4210 John E. Nackley MD Bay Valley Medical Group 20126 Stanton Ave Suite 201 510-581-2559 Eric D. Wells MD 20055 Lake Chabot Rd Suite 320 510-889-8900
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Natasha Beilin MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 4050 Dublin Blvd 925-875-6100
Hilma Benjamin MD Kids And Teens Medical Group 11875 Dublin Blvd Suite B125 925-587-2500
Michael A. Cheng MD San Ramon Valley Primary Care Medical Group 4000 Dublin Blvd Suite 305 925-838-6511 Jonathan M. Flanzbaum MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 4050 Dublin Blvd 925-875-6100 Benedikt Kurz MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 4050 Dublin Blvd 925-875-6100 Rosanna Lai MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 4050 Dublin Blvd 925-875-6100 Tracy T. Trujillo MD San Ramon Valley Primary Care Medical Group 4000 Dublin Blvd Suite 305 925-838-6511
FREMONT Marjorie D. Alpert MD Southeast Bay Pediatric Med Grp
2191 Mowry Ave Suite 600C 510-792-4373
2000 Mowry Ave (510) 795-2002
Krista M. Amendola MD Southeast Bay Pediatric Med Grp 2191 Mowry Ave Suite 600C 510-792-4373
Ali Hallaj-Pour MD Southeast Bay Pediatric Med Grp 2191 Mowry Ave Suite 600C 510-792-4373
Rupal Badani MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 3200 Kearney St Suite 2 510-490-1222
Henry Sanchez MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 3200 Kearney St 510-490-1222
Natasha Beilin MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 3200 Kearney St 510-490-1222
HAYWARD
Rona Brooks, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 2000 Mowry Ave. (510) 795-2002
Yasmin H. Carim MD Castro Valley Pediatrics 22290 Foothill Blvd Suite 1 510-581-1446
Patrick G. Burke MD Southeast Bay Pediatric Med Grp 2191 Mowry Ave Suite 600C 510-792-4373
Mika Hiramatsu MD Castro Valley Pediatric 22290 Foothill Blvd Ste. 1 510-581-1446
Francisco Carpio MD Wellspring Medical Group 39500 Liberty St 510-770-8133
Jerrilyn Johnston MD Castro Valley Pediatrics 22290 Foothill Blvd Suite 1 510-581-1446
Alexandra Cole, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 2000 Mowry Ave (510) 795-2002
Kasthuri S. Rajaram MD Hayward Pediatrics 1320 Apple Ave Suite 102 510-886-8854
Rhodora C. Dela Cruz MD 2147 Mowry Ave Suite A2 510-793-1030
Willie V. Ross MD Castro Valley Pediatrics 22290 Foothill Blvd Suite 1 510-581-1446
Sara E. Dobbs MD Southeast Bay Pediatric Med Grp 2191 Mowry Ave Suite 600C 510-792-4373 Susan J. Dugoni MD Southeast Bay Pediatric Med Grp 2191 Mowry Ave Suite 600C 510-792-4373 Fiona Henderson, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 2000 Mowry Avenue 510-795-2002 Bhaskari Peela, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 2000 mowry ave (510) 795-2002
Donald M. Selcer MD Castro Valley Pediatrics 22290 Foothill Blvd Suite 1 510-581-1446
HERCULES Jose P. Enz MD Herculean Babies Pediatrics 500 Alfred Nobel Dr Suite 255A 510-964-9647 Helaine B. Pleet MD Herculean Babies Pediatrics 500 Alfred Nobel Dr Suite 255A 510-964-9647
Hieucam Phan, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital
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Childhood Sports
By Niray K Pandya, MD
The Dreaded Knee ‘Pop’ When Playing Sports
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ith an increasing number of youth athletes engaged in year-round sports, there has been a drastic increase in the number of traumatic knee injuries. Monday morning phone calls to our office from patients who have suffered a painful knee injury from weekend sporting events are commonplace. Many athletes describe hearing or feeling a “pop” in their knee before they fall to the ground. What could possibly be going on inside the knee? A “pop” in the knee can vary from conditions that are dreaded (knee cap dislocation, torn ligament, meniscus tear, bones impacting one another) to those that are seemingly innocuous (a snapping tendon or sporting equipment hitting the ground). The two most important factors that determine the severity of the injury after a “pop” in the initial time frame are the ability of the athlete to return to play immediately after the injury, as well as the degree of swelling in the knee. For patients whose knee swells up after the injury, this indicates a more serious injury as blood
may be entering the joint from trauma. Immediately after the injury, medical personnel should examine the knee and determine the severity of the injury. The young athlete may be instructed to go to the emergency room or present to their doctor within a day or two. In the interim, it is important to elevate the leg, place ice on the affected area, limit walking, and take pain medication as needed. Once your young athlete visits their doctor or pediatric orthopedist, a thorough history of what happened should be taken and a physical examination should be performed. Even though you might be concerned that the “pop” was a ligament tear, an x-ray will likely be taken to make sure your young athlete did not break a bone. Since an x-ray cannot visualize the cartilage and ligaments, many athletes will then obtain MRI to take a closer look more at these structures. It is important to note that the vast majority of knee injuries with a “pop” are not emergencies. As you await the results of your young athlete’s
MRI, they may be instructed to continue limiting activity and perhaps participate in basic physical therapy to regain range of motion and strength. The most common diagnoses in adolescent athletes who present with the dreaded “pop” and fall to the ground are knee cap dislocations, anterior cruciate ligament injuries, and meniscus tears. The ability to return to play will be determined based on the degree of injury, the specific sport you play, and where in the season one currently is. Just remember, when your young athlete or one of their teammates experiences the dreaded “pop” and falls to the ground, there could be multiple injuries that may have occurred. The ability to return to play and the degree of swelling after the injury aid in determining the severity of the injury. Help them to keep their spirits up and hope for the best if this occurs Nirav Pandya, MD, is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon and the medical director of the Sports Medicine Center for Young Athletes at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals
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By Meg Zweiback, R.N., M.P.H., Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
First Year
Friends with Postpartum Need Help Question My best friend Alicia had a baby boy six weeks ago, and even though the baby is doing great and she tells me she’s feeling fine, I’m worried. Even though I’m not a mom myself, I know a lot of women who are, and Alicia seems a lot more exhausted and moody and
irritable than they were. When I call her, I usually get her voicemail, and she never calls back. Even when I’ve come by on the weekend to visit and bring her dinner, she seems sad. She tells me she isn’t sleeping, even when the baby
sleeps, and she seems very worried about nursing even though he’s gaining weight. I don’t know what to do—I don’t want her to feel criticized, but I also don’t want to ignore my feeling that something’s not right. I know some
moms get the blues, but this feels like more
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to motherhood can be dramatic, and exhaustion and sleeplessness will make any new mom moody, irritable, or withdrawn. But when you see your friend acting in ways that seem surprising and unusual, please don’t attribute that behavior to the usual “baby blues.” To me, it sounds like your friend has postpartum depression (PPD) or anxiety (PPAD), and I’d encourage you to read this article and talk to her, her partner, and anyone one close enough to her to help her get help. As a friend, you may be in a better position to help Alicia on the road to recovery, because you know her so well. A lot has been written and posted online about postpartum depression and anxiety, but the women who most need these articles may not be reading them. Why? Because when someone is depressed, his or her lack of energy and feeling of hopelessness can make it hard to reach out and ask for help. When someone is anxious, he or she sometimes focuses on what he or she is anxious about, rather than the constant feeling of anxiety he or
she is experiencing. (In my practice, I sometimes see moms who are worried about everything, even when they’ve been given reasons why they shouldn’t worry—they need more than simple answers or information; they need relief from the anxiety itself.) New moms don’t realize that what they are experiencing is common. When they are feeling down and distressed, they often feel ashamed that they aren’t as happy as they think other mothers seem to be. Moms hide their feelings and may not share them with anyone until someone who cares tells them that he or she is worried, asks the right questions, and follows up with concern and compassion. Here’s some information about postpartum depression and anxiety to share with your friend. It’s all paraphrased from the best online resource I know, Postpartum Support International, http://www.postpartum. net, which provides information and links to resources, and from several East Bay psychotherapists who specialize in this area. There is also an
“Many women come to therapy wondering if they have PPD because they don’t feel depressed but are extremely anxious. Anxiety, insomnia and/or intrusive thoughts are common symptoms.” —Lee Safran assessment form available online (the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale) that health care providers should be asking new moms to complete on every visit. As common as depression and anxiety is during pregnancy and after birth, it is often not recognized, especially if the two are combined. As East Bay perinatal psychotherapist Lee Safran of Perinatal Psychotherapy Services says, “Many women come to therapy wondering if they have PPD because they don’t feel depressed but are extremely anxious. Anxiety, insomnia and/or intrusive thoughts are common symptoms.” You may not know this, but approximately 15% of women experience significant depression and/or anxiety during pregnancy and following childbirth. So in a group of ten women sharing stories in a new moms group, one or two may be suffering without letting anyone know. Although every woman is different, here are some of the common symptoms—even one or two of these is a reason to seek help: Feelings of anger or irritability Lack of interest in the baby or constant worrying about the baby Insomnia and sleep disturbance Crying and sadness Feelings of guilt, shame, or hopelessness Loss of interest, joy, or pleasure in things you used to enjoy Possible thoughts of harming the baby or yourself Many women have risk factors that increase the likelihood for depression before and after birth:
A personal or family history of depression, anxiety, or postpartum depression Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD or PMS) Inadequate support in caring for the baby Financial stress Marital stress Complications in pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding A major recent life event: loss, house move, job loss Mothers of multiples Mothers whose infants are in neonatal intensive care (NICU) Mothers who’ve gone through infertility treatments Women with a thyroid imbalance, which can occur as a result of pregnancy Women with any form of diabetes (type 1, type 2, or gestational) As Alicia’s friend, you can help her figure out if these signs and symptoms apply to her. But please don’t stop there. Talk to her partner or family members or other close friends. Offer daily support—keep bringing meals, call even if it’s just to leave a message, and offer to care for the baby while she takes a nap or a walk. Support isn’t enough, though. You can’t be there with and for Alicia all the time. To get better, she will need guidance from someone who Meg Zweiback is a Bay Area Pediatric Nurse Practitioner who counsels parents about children’s behavior and development. Her website, www. bringingupkids.com has more articles and information about children of different ages.
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Breastfeeding The First Step to a Lifetime of Health
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any people know that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you feed your baby only breast milk for at least the first 6 months of life. The physicians of Kaiser Permanente further recommend breastfeeding for your baby’s first twelve months, even after solid food is introduced around six months of age. Breastfeeding is not only healthy for your child, but for you—mom--as well. Many people know that the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you feed your baby only breast milk for at least the first 6 months of life. The physicians of Kaiser Permanente further recommend breastfeeding for your baby’s first twelve months, even after solid food is introduced around six months of age. Breastfeeding is not only healthy for your child, but for you—mom--as well Studies led by researchers at Kaiser Permanente and published in major medical journals in the last two years document substantial benefits of breastfeeding for mothers: a 30% decrease in breast cancer recurrence, and a 50% decrease in the likelihood of acquiring Type 2 diabetes after experiencing gestational diabetes. Despite these benefits, breastfeeding’s occasional difficulties can be discouraging to new moms. Examples of common breastfeeding challenges include developing sore nipples, plugged milk ducts, breast infection, having
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Preparing to breastfeed Before giving birth, we encourage you to think about the benefits of breastfeeding and resolve to give your baby
the strongest possible start by breastfeeding. Before birth, there are ways you can prepare: • All new mothers need help in the beginning. Ask friends and family to help out with chores and running errands so you can concentrate on learning to breastfeed. • Learn to express your milk. “Expressing” means getting extra milk from
your breasts to feed your baby when you are not there. You express milk by hand or with an electric breast pump. • Make plans to breastfeed after you return to work. Your employer is legally required to provide you with a private area (not a bathroom) and time to pump during the work day. • The first milk a mother makes is
called colostrum and it is full of proteins, antibodies and other factors critical to helping a newborn develop their immune system. For the vast majority of babies, it is all a baby needs for the first 1-3 days, even though it is produced in small quantities. A newborn’s stomach only holds about 1 teaspoon!
Alison Nachman AuD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3344 Rebecca Richards MS, CCC-A UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3344 Kelly Tremmel-Howell CCC-A, AuD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3344 Katherine Ugarte AuD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3316
CARDIOLOGY Kishor Avasarala, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3380 Alok Bose, MD FAAP FACC UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3380 Christopher Chyu MD
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CHILD ABUSE PEDIATRICS James Crawford-Jakubiak MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3000
CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRY
Marlene Crespo PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5400 Telegraph Ave. Oakland • 510-428-3770 Lisa Johnson PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 770 53rd St Oakland • 510-428-3570 Stephanie Rosso PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 645 4th St. Oakland • 510-428-3441 Donna Weston PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
Roberta Cunningham, MD, IBCLC, medical director of Well Baby Nursery at Kaiser Permanente, Oakland .
Laureen Wong PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305 Blanca Navarro PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 645 4th St. Oakland • 510-428-3441
DENTISTRY Francesca Ariga, DDS UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 1st Floor Oakland • 510-428-3316
CLINICAL CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY Allison Briscoe-Smith PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3351
At Kaiser Permanente’s state-of-theart birthing centers, our experienced and caring lactation nurses can help you start breastfeeding. Once you have returned home, my physician colleagues and our team of nurses and I are still here to support you. • It may take a few days for you and your baby to get comfortable with breastfeeding, with the demanding schedule and with the different positions that can be used to nurse your baby. We will teach you several positions to see how they feel. • Wait until you and your baby have learned to successfully breastfeed before introducing a pacifier or a bottle. In the meantime, you can use a cup, syringe, or spoon to give your baby breast milk, if needed. Breastfeeding is not only the most natural way to start your baby on the road to a healthy life, but has tremendous benefits for moms. Even if you encounter challenges, seeking help to continue breastfeeding will pay great dividends in the future. For more information about how to get off to a great start breastfeeding your newborn, visit www.kp.org and search “breastfeeding.”
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Working together, our doctors don’t just see you. They see the big picture of your overall health. By collaborating and seamlessly sharing your records, your care team stays on the same page, so your health always takes center stage. Visit kp.org today because together we thrive.
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By Dr. Nora Garcia-Zepeda, MD, MPH
Nutrition Keeping Children Healthy: As Easy As 5-2-1-0
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or some parents, it can be a daily battle to get their children to eat fruits and vegetables. For others, it’s a battle to get their children to bed at a decent hour or convince them to turn off the television and do something active instead. No one said raising a healthy child is easy. That’s why I, along with my pediatric colleagues at Kaiser Permanente, recommend an approach known as 5-2-1-0: an easy-to-understand daily guide to help children lead healthier lives and reduce their risk of developing serious health complications later in life. To reduce your child’s risk of obesity, hypertension, and diabetes, consider giving 5-2-1-0 a try:
or celery provides a crunchy snack option that’s relatively quick to make. Smoothies for breakfast are another way to get in a lot of healthy fruits and even veggies – adding in some kale or spinach gives you the vegetable serving while still retaining a sweet taste.
are spending on video games, tablets and phones. Don’t allow your children to turn them on during meal times. Keep them out of the bedroom at night. And model good behavior make sure you are turning yours off as well. • 1 hour of physical activity
5 servings of fruits and vegetables 2 hours or less of screen time 1 hour of physical activity 0 sweetened beverages The goal is to incorporate each of these four steps into your child’s daily life. • 5 servings of fruits and vegetables Make it easy to include five servings of fruits and vegetables into your child’s daily diet. Freezing grapes or watermelon cubes is a sweet, tasty and cool snack for children to grab. Peanut butter with apples
• 2 hours or less of screen time Children are consumed by technology but it’s contributing to excess weight gain and increases the risk of developing unhealthy eating habits, getting less sleep and having poorer grades in school. There are some easy ways to limit the time your children
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ENDOCRINOLOGY Tariq Ahmad, MD, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3654 Ivy Aslan, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital 747 52nd St Oakland • (510) 428-3139 Sonali Belapurkar, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3654 Alison Reed, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3058
Make sure your children are being active throughout the day. Studies show that active children do better in school and activity helps to stimulate their brains. Set a goal to have your child have one hour of physical activity, which can be broken into
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Barbara Beach, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Paul R Harmatz, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3058
Jonathan Bernstein, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Vivien Nguyen, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3024
James H Feusner, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Mala Setty MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3058
Carla B Golden, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
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Caroline A Hastings, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
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Carolyn Hoppe, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Tomas Hui, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3022
Shannon Kelly, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Olajire Idowu, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3045
Ashutosh Lal, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3371
Sunghoon Kim, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3022
Anne Marsh, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Christopher Newton, MD, FACS, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3380
Alison Matsunaga, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Wolfgang Stehr, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3022
Jennifer Michlitsch , MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372
Wendy Su, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3402
Lars Mueller MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3372
HEMATOLGY/ONCOLOGY Anu Agrawal, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland
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15-minute segments, throughout the day. Here are some easy ideas: have a dance-off in your living room, take a quick bike ride to the store, start family walks after dinner, or consider signing your child up for a sports camp or an after-school activity. • 0 sweetened beverages Try to keep the sweetened beverages, loaded with sugar, out of your home. For example, a typical 20-ounce soda has between 15 to 18 teaspoons of sugar, which would take more than 45 minutes of walking to burn off. Fruit juices are almost as sugar-laden as soda. Instead, drink water rather than any other beverage. You can add flavor by adding a few slices of fruit or even lime, cucumber and mint for a refreshing taste. natural way to start your baby on the road to a healthy life, but has tremendous benefits for moms. Even if you encounter challenges, seeking help to continue breastfeeding will pay great dividends in the future. For more information about how to get off to a great start breastfeeding your newborn, visit www.kp.org and search “breastfeeding.” Roberta Cunningham, MD, IBCLC, medical director of Well Baby Nursery at Kaiser Permanente, Oakland .
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372 Silvia T Singer, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3372 Joseph Torkildson MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3372 Elliott P Vichinsky, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3374 Mark Walters MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3336
INFECTIOUS DISEASES Parvin Azimi MD, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3336 Charlotte Hsieh , MD, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th floor Oakland • 510-428-3336 Samantha Johnston, MD, MPH, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th floor Oakland • 510-428-3336 Julie Kulhanjian, MD, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th floor Oakland • 510-428-3336 Brian Lee, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 4th floor Oakland • 510-428-3336 Monica Nayakwadi-Singer MD, MPH UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3336 Erica Pan MD, MPH, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3336 Ann M Petru, MD, FAAP
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By Aaron Crowe
Family Cents Financial Moves You Never Want Your Children to Make
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esides the good financial skills and habits parents should be teaching their children—setting up an emergency fund, saving for college, and how to shop for a bargain, among many others—there are some financial moves you never want your children to make. Hopefully they aren’t poor financial choices you’ve made in the past, but if they are, then at least they can be used as lessons for the entire family to learn from. Here are three financial moves you hope your children never have to make as they get older:
Getting a payday loan A payday loan is a bad idea for many reasons, but the underlying reason is one that you may not have any control over as a parent: your child is not making enough money and needs a quick loan to pay the bills. A payday loan typically lasts two weeks and has a fee of $10 to $30 for every $100 borrowed. A two-week payday loan with a $15 per $100 fee equates to an interest rate of 400 percent, far higher than the 12-30 percent interest rates that credit cards charge for cash advances, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. As a bridge to the next paycheck, a payday loan can spiral into months of
debt as borrowers use one paycheck to pay off one payday loan before another loan is needed. The loans can be repaid in a few ways. One is to give lenders access to your checking account or write a check for the full balance in advance so the lender can deposit the check when the loan comes due. Another way is to make interest-only payments, which renew the loans. Show your child the disadvantages of getting a payday loan and that there are other options—such as a low-interest loan from a credit union or finding a better job to increase his or her income—so he or she doesn’t have to ever pay such outrageous fees to get to the next paycheck.
Not paying balances in full Buying only what you can afford is a good goal in life, but it’s not always an easy one to achieve. That’s one reason credit cards are around. If you need something immediately— such as new tires for your car—and you don’t have the money to pay for them, then a credit card can fill the gap until you get paid. And that’s OK if you pay off your credit card balance in full each month. It’s an easy way to get a 30-day loan. But if you don’t pay off your balance in
full when it’s due, then be prepared to pay interest for buying something as basic as tires. Having an emergency fund can help in such situations, but being that disciplined can take time and some extra income. I despise paying interest and avoid it as often as I can by paying our credit card bill in full each month. Credit card interest accrues daily, so that chair or whatever you bought 30 days ago on sale is costing you more if you don’t pay the credit card bill in full and on time. That sale you took advantage of is no longer much of a sale.
Paying late fees Late fees go hand in hand with minimum payments on credit cards and are also a thorn in my side. Again, I hate paying a fee for anything, and a late fee is something I try to avoid at all costs by being on time in paying my bills. My credit card, for example, charges a late fee of up to $37, and the annual percentage rate on the balance may be increased up to something called the “variable penalty APR” of 29.99 percent. Ouch. That sounds like a painful enough reason to pay that bill on time. I’ve haggled with salespeople a few times for a better price while shopping,
and it’s a skill I admit I’m not good at. But it’s something I’d like to get better at, and I’m often more successful when negotiating a price through email, over the phone, or sometimes with a business owner in person. The key, I think, is to be ready with information on how much the item costs elsewhere and what it’s worth to each side. I’m partial to asking for discounts when I know the company is offering discounts to new customers, but not to long-term customers. I’ve called my cable company and newspaper for years to get discounts of 50 percent or so that they normally offer new customers. Without the continued discount, I tell them, I’ll cancel my service. Every time, they’ve given it to me. Learning to be a good shopper is a lifelong skill everyone should have. Not teaching your children how to find a good bargain—or make one—is a lesson you don’t want to forget. Aaron Crowe is a freelance journalist in the Bay Area who specializes in personal finance writing. He owns a few personal finance blogs, including CashSmarter.com.
By Ben Campopiano
Teach In Get Your Teenager to Jump In
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emember your very first day of work in the real world? You polished your shoes and got your bag ready the night before. You ate a super simple breakfast the morning of and left extra early so you weren’t just on time, but early. You dressed to the nines but didn’t go over the top, because you didn’t want to stand out too much or show anybody up. You even made sure you had supplies for an emergency—ChapStick, hand sanitizer, gum, floss, and phone charger. And when you stepped into the office that first day, your heart was beating, your adrenaline was flowing, your mind was racing, and you just wanted coffee, peace, and routine. Now multiply all of that by a hundred times or so. That is what your teenager feels on the first day of high school. High school is a strange beast. It’s tougher than middle school, because instead of being blissfully ignorant, our hearts and minds and hormones are just mature enough to process everything around us. And it’s harder than college for that same reason— because we aren’t fully developed, fully matured, and fully ourselves yet. High school is one of the hardest social situations our kids will ever face. It’s a crazy social experiment, and something completely different than you or I ever experienced—it is harder in absolutely every single way. Today’s high school students are under more
pressure than ever before, pressure from parents, peers, teachers, coaches, colleges, counselors, and tutors—and their second tutors. This constant pressure naturally leads to more stress, anxiety, fear, doubt, and indecision. So what do we as parents do to help our
children navigate their way through this mess? Well, it depends. There’s no magic bullet or perfect plan to help every kid succeed in high school. But after teaching and coaching high schoolers for over a decade, I have a pretty good idea.
Your child has got to just jump in. If your child is like me and it takes him or her a while to feel comfortable in new situations, the answer for him or her is to jump in instead of avoiding continued on page 30 >>>
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Your 7 Step Approach 1. Start Early. It takes time to research It’s like speed-dating with the option of choosing who is sitting across the table from you. Use this different styles of preschools and become familiar with common terms used in preschools. Many parents start this process a year ahead of time, some parents even start while pregnant! Children usually attend preschool for two to three years between the ages of 2.5 and 5 years.
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important for your child and family. Is it location, faith, type of program offered, language immersion, special-needs options, year round program, extended hours, cost? What are the most important factors and options? Rate these so you have a clear picture of where and what programs to focus on and what is the best fit for your child.
3. Utilize local parenting resources. Local
parenting magazines, like Parents’ Press, offer lots of preschool information and open house announcements. These will help you to become familiar with what preschools are available in your area and the program options being offered to help with your selection process. Visit school websites that look interesting to find out admissions information. More information can also be found at www.PreschoolsBayArea.com
4. Ask around. Talk to other parents
in your area to see what programs they were part of, and, if they would recommend them. Find out what they liked most and least about the school. How long did their child attend? Did they experience any teacher turnover? What was the culture like? How did they handle sick days, potty training and behaviorial issues? How involved were the parents in the school? Are the parents and children still in contact with others from the preschool?
5. Attend a preschool fair. Having the ability to attend a fair and have an initial conversation with prospective schools is an efficient way to quickly determine which preschools are a good fit and rule out those preschools that are not.
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time to find out the preschools’ enrollment process, when open houses and tours are held and to understand the basic culture of the preschool.
6. Contact the preschool. Arrange to take a tour or
go to an open house to learn about the school philosophy and the admissions process. Most schools prefer for you to pre register for these. Have your list of questions ready (see page 21 for Questions to Ask) and observe. Look for signs the preschool is well run. Also, this is a time that the preschool uses to determine which families will be a good fit for their preschool.
7. Apply to your top choice. You have
done your research, established your criteria and taken the tour — now it is time to apply to your top choice. Some preschools have ongoing enrollment but most follow the school year format. Acceptance letters go out in the spring for the following fall. Before you apply find out the preschool’s admissions schedule and how many openings they will have and how many spots will be reserved for siblings of families already enrolled.
Also, find out from the preschool when you can expect to hear from them, one way or another. It is okay to be persistent and let them know you and your family are interested, but don’t be a pest. If your child is waitlisted get specifics from the preschool. What number on the wait list is your child and does the preschool have
a commitment from all returning families? If the school is accepting a total of 15 new children and you are way down on the wait list, it is time to consider another option. If you are concerned that your top choice or choices have way more applicants than spots it would be a wise idea to apply to more than one preschool even though there may be an application fee.
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2. The Basics. What are the start and end times for the core program? If extended care is an option, who manages this, and, where is it held? What is the daily schedule, as well as the school holiday schedule? Are lunch and snacks provided? If not, is refrigeration available? Is the bathroom safe and centrally located with toddler sized facilities? What are the illness policies? Is the facility up to code? What are the emergency protocols?
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there enough supervision? Does the teacher-child ratio match or exceed standards? Teacher turnover? What experience do the teachers have and how long have they been teaching at this school? How were they trained? Do the teachers seem happy? How is their interaction with the children? How do they balance the different needs of the children? Do they have a specific approach for teaching socialemotional skills? How do they communicate with the family on concerns? How often are parent-teacher conferences held?
4. Learning Environment.
Are the children doing the same project or do the children work independently? Are there a variety of learning materials in which children can explore their interests and learn new skills? Is there a focus on reading? How do children decide what to do, when
to do it and with whom? What support do teachers provide when a child gets stuck on a project? How are children motivated to participate? How are holidays integrated into the learning experience?
5. Family Involvement.
How involved are the families in the day-to-day operations of the preschool? What opportunities or organized events are available to meet other families during the school year? Is there a parent association? Are there required volunteer hours or monetary commitments beyond the tuition? Are there fundraising events and what is the money raised used for? Are there opportunities for classroom observation? How do family members participate in celebrations?
6. Final Impression of the Visit. This is your gut check. Do you feel this preschool is a great fit for your child?
Did you feel comfortable with what you saw and the people you interacted with? Did your concerns get addressed? Any red flags you need to check up on? Were you encouraged to contact the school with any questions? Is there a clear next step in the process? Every family has specific needs and many preschools can accommodate most needs. It is important to ask questions now. Don’t be afraid to discuss personal matters, one on one. Chances are the preschool has incorporated a similar situation before and is up to the task or give you direction to an alternative resource..
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Should I Send My Child to Preschool?
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tarting between the ages of 2½ and 3, you will have the option of placing your child in preschool. Some parents may ask, “Why preschool? Isn’t my child learning enough at home or with a caregiver?” Of course nothing takes the place of a nurturing and loving home, and no one is more important to children than their parents. But research shows that kids who attend quality preschool have higher math and reading skills, are better prepared for kindergarten, behave better in class, and are more likely to graduate from high school and go to college.
When considering preschool education, think about these benefits A preschool experience: • empowers children to think, explore, question, wonder and learn how to learn; • supports children’s intellectual and language development and communication skills; • offers children consistent, experienced, qualified educators to support their learning and development; • improves children’s ability to think, problem solve and reason as they enter school, enabling them to learn more in the early grades; • develops social and emotional maturity and the ability to relate well to peers and adults, solve conflicts, play co-operatively and be assertive; • provides a solid platform for life-long learning and education; • guides children to gain independence, self esteem and self confidence, empowering their learning;
A preschool experience empowers children to think, explore, question, wonder and learn how to learn. • helps children have a greater understanding of the world around them; • encourages children to be independent learners and to take an active role in their learning; • supports children to play co-operatively together and learn from their experiences; • enables children and families the opportunity to belong, to be part of a community, and connect with others. Preschools are: • fun places to be, with varied, exciting experiences planned to meet the needs and interests of children; • a context to build social connections between families and the community; • a source of professional information that supports parenting; • give lots of opportunities for parent education; • a gradual transition from home to more formal educational environments; • a warm, caring, friendly environment, led by qualified, experienced and dedicated staff; • places that nurture creativity, thinking and social skills, enabling children to develop a love of learning. JCC East Bay Preschool, Berkeley
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The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child
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ontrary to what you might have heard, choosing the right preschool for your child is not as difficult as applying for an advanced degree. The key to choosing the right preschool is going into the process prepared. Prepared? Yes, prepared with a solid idea of what you want your child to gain from his or her preschool experience. We offer helpful suggestions for choosing a preschool that is a good match for your child and your family, as well as information on some of the most popular types of preschool educational philosophies. In addition, you’ll find checklists that you can use when visiting and comparing preschool settings in your area. Think about the Basics
The best way to keep from becoming overwhelmed by the process of choosing a preschool is to think about how the preschool will fit into your daily life. Here are some questions parents should consider:
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Is it important for the preschool to be near my home?
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Is it important for the preschool to be near my workplace? Is it important for the preschool to offer childcare services in the morning, afternoon, or both? Am I eligible for or interested in subsidized preschool programs (i.e. Early Head Start, Child Welfare League of America or state-funded programming) that offer services such as childcare programs with a focus on providing educational opportunities? Answering each of these questions will help you narrow down the general location and type of setting you should research. Narrowing down your choices will make the process of comparing settings easier to manage. Become Familiar with Common Terms
For many parents, the most confusing part about choosing preschools is trying to make sense of terms such as, “Montessori Approach,”“child-centered,”“Waldorf Approach” and “faith-based.” What do these terms mean and how can these terms help you choose a preschool? Oftentimes, the key difference between settings is connected to the preschool’s “educational philosophy.” While educational philosophies are numerous and their definitions are not set in stone, we have provided you with definitions for some of the most popular philosophies.
Emphasis is placed on imagination in learning, providing students with opportunities to explore their world through the senses, participation and analytical thought. The Bank Street Approach
This approach places an emphasis on learning through multiple perspectives, both in the classroom setting and in the natural world. The High/Scope Approach
This approach focuses on letting children be in charge of their own learning. Children are taught to make a plan for what they would like to do each day and participate in a review session to discuss the success of their plan and brainstorm ideas for the next day. Outside of the formal educational philosophies, knowing the difference between other common early childhood terms will help you make informed decisions regarding your child’s education. Below is a list of some common terms used to describe preschool settings. It should be noted that these terms may be used alone or in combination with one another (i.e. a “child-centered, faith-based” setting). Child-centered
The Montessori Method
Focuses on maintaining the individuality of each child in the learning process. This method believes each child learns at their own pace and educational progress should not be rendered based upon comparing students to one another. The Reggio Emilia Approach
This term is often used to describe settings that take the children’s interests into consideration when planning activities. For example: in a child-centered setting, the classroom activities are based on the interests of the students, not on pre-scheduled topics chosen by the teacher. These settings often offer increased opportunities for children to choose activities throughout the day depending on their interests. continued on next page
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The Search for the Best Preschool for Your Child (cont.) Teacher-led
Go to the internet: You might be surprised to learn that your community has an active preschool networking community, a great place to tap into useful advice and resources. Or, you can use the internet to search the names of settings to find out if they have any “red flags” like numerous complaints from parents, health or safety violations, or other noteworthy issues. The Bananas and 4C’s of Alameda County and the Contra Costa Child Care Council web sites offer a wealth of information for parents seeking information.
The opposite of a child-centered setting is a teacherled setting. Teacher-led often means that curriculum and supplemental activities are implemented based on a set schedule developed by the teachers in the setting. This type of setting usually provides children with a structured learning environment. Child-led
These settings believe children learn best when they are engaged and interested in learning. Child-led settings wait for each child to initiate or ask for new activities and experiences, fostering individualized learning experiences rather than group experiences.
The best ways to find preschool programs are to attend preschool fairs (see page 18), get recommendations from fellow parents and scope out programs located close to home or work.
Faith-based
This term is used to describe preschool programs that are run through faith organizations such as churches or synagogues, according to their faith’s philosophies.
The Visit
Co-operative
These settings often ask parents and families to assist in the running of the preschool. Parents and family members may build community by signing up to volunteer during the week, or by assisting in the day-today management of the preschool as well as helping with advertising, upkeep and fundraising. Developmentally Appropriate
This term means the preschool plans the curriculum and activities based on activities that are appropriate for the age of the children in the class. Pre-kindergarten (pre-K)
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Now that you have narrowed down your choices and come up with two or three settings you are interested in, schedule a time to visit each setting. You can learn a lot about a setting by the way staff approach introductory visits with you and your child. During your visit ask yourself the following questions: Do I feel welcome here?
Does my child seem interested in what they have to offer? Do the children in the setting seem happy? How do the adults and children interact? Is the setting clean and safe?
Sometimes this term is used interchangeably with preschool. In general, a pre-K program is one that has children enrolled in the year before kindergarten, usually at age four. These settings are often more structured than traditional preschool settings. The Research
Once you have narrowed down the general area you are interested in researching and have a good idea of what type of philosophy would best suit your child, here are a few things you can do to help narrow down your options: Reach out to other parents: Ask your friends, your neighbors, your pediatrician, your older child’s teacher ask people you trust for recommendations for quality settings in your area. Be mindful to note the name of the setting and what struck this person as important to mention (low student teacher ratio, close to home, child is excited to arrive, etc.). And, the best question to ask is, “What advice do you wish you had received before choosing your child’s preschool?” Most parents will be happy to offer their insight and advice.
You should also come to the visit prepared with questions. Some of the basic questions parents ask are: What is the turnover rate for staff members? What percentage of the staff hold degrees in early childhood? How does the setting handle discipline? What are the safety procedures for picking up and dropping off children? Is the setting accredited? What are the payment options and procedures? Some parents feel more comfortable going to the visit with a checklist of questions they would like answered. We offer an even more in depth list on page 18. Parents should not feel like they need to ask every question on the checklist, however, using a checklist is a great way to make note of your observations during the visit so you can compare settings afterward..
Is My Child Ready?
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ust because most preschools will accept children at around 2 years old doesn’t mean your child is ready for preschool when she reaches that age. Is she socially, emotionally and physically ready to participate in a structured educational program with a group of children? The following will help your think about some of the important skills needed for preschool.
activities. They needn’t be enrolled in an organized preschool for that. If you find that the main reasons you want to send your child to preschool are that he seems eager to learn new things and explore, he isn’t getting enough stimulation at home or daycare, or he seems ready to broaden his social horizons and interact with other children, chances are it’s the perfect time to start preschool.
Is your child independent? Your child should also be able to take care of some basic needs, like washing her hands, eating her lunch without assistance and sleeping alone. Most preschools will want your child to be potty trained, but some accept diapers. Has Your Child Spent Time Away From You? If your child has been cared for by a babysitter or a relative, he’ll be better prepared to separate from you when he’s at preschool. Kids who are used to being apart from their parents often bounce right into preschool with hardly a backward glance. If your child hasn’t had many opportunities to be away from you, you might want to schedule some - a weekend with grandma, for instance, or a day with your sister and her kids. But even if you can’t work out your separation issues up front, don’t worry too much; many children leave Mom or Dad for the first time to go to preschool and they do just fine. The trick is to help your child adjust in short doses. Many preschools will allow you to drop off your child for an hour or two during his first few days there; as he gets more used to his environment, you gradually work up to a full day. Can she work on projects on her own? Preschool usually involves lots of arts and crafts projects that require concentration and the ability to focus on an individual task. If your child likes to draw at home or gets engrossed in puzzles and other activities on her own, she’s a good candidate for preschool. But even if she’s the kind of child who asks for help with everything, you can start getting her ready by setting up playtimes where she can entertain herself for a half hour or so. Is she ready to participate in group activities?
Resource: Patricia Henderson Shimm, director of the Barnard College Center for Toddler Development in New York and co-author of Parenting Your Toddler
Is he used to keeping a regular schedule? Preschools usually follow a predictable routine: circle time, play time, snack, playground, then lunch. There’s a good reason for this. Children tend to feel most comfortable and in control when the same things happen at the same time each day. So if your child doesn’t keep to a schedule and each day is different from the last, it can help to standardize his days a bit before he starts preschool.
toy, he’s set. If he still needs a mid-morning snooze, it might not be time yet to go to school.
Does he have the physical stamina for preschool? Whether it’s a half-day or full-day program, preschool keeps kids busy. There are art projects to do, field trips to take, and playgrounds to explore. Does your child thrive on activities like this, or does he have trouble moving from one thing to the next without getting cranky? Another thing to consider is how and when your child needs to nap. Preschools usually schedule nap time after lunch. If your little one can keep going until then or even all day like a wind-up
Are you worried that if you don’t enroll him in preschool he won’t be ready for kindergarten? Most experts agree that there are plenty of other ways for children to develop the skills necessary to be successful in kindergarten, including attending a good daycare facility or spending quality time at home with you or another loving caregiver. A study by the National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development found that children do best if they’re cared for by someone who is genuinely concerned about their well-being and development, and who makes sure they’re doing a variety of age-appropriate
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Why do you want to send him to preschool? Think carefully about what your goals are for sending your child to preschool. Do you just need time for yourself or daycare for your child? There may be other options if it seems he isn’t ready yet for the rigors of school.
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Questions to Ask
37. Do the teachers encourage hands-on learning such as learning science concepts with water and sand or math through cooking? 38. Do the display areas on the walls contain children’s artwork, writing samples, and photographs of class projects or activities?
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his checklist is designed to help families select the right pre-k program for their children. It includes the program qualities and components that research says are most important for a child’s growth and development. It does not cover either basic health and safety standards that all licensed programs must meet and which vary by state or whether nutritious meals and snacks are provided. Use the checklist when interviewing the school principal or pre-k center director and as a guide for your observation of the pre-k classroom. To find the best available pre-k program, you may need to visit two or three centers. Remember, this is only a tool to help guide your decision. You know your child best; so, ultimately, you must decide which program will best prepare your child for school.
days, illness policy and meals. Also, keep in mind that as your child grows, you and your child’s needs will change. Will the preschool be able to grow with your little one?
39. Are the furniture, playground equipment, and toys age appropriate, clean, and in good condition? 40. When the children are outside, are the teachers engaged in and encouraging the children’s play? 41. Does each child have enough room indoors and outdoors to move around without interfering with other children’s play space? Finally, review the preschool’s contract. Make sure you understand their policies on enrollment/withdrawel procedures, hours, fees, payment structure, vacation, sick
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When meeting with the Program Director Ask these questions: 1. Does the program have a state license, or if not, is it exempt from state licensing because it meets the school district’s standards instead? 2. Is the program accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children or any other nationally recognized accreditation organizations? 3. Does the lead teacher have a bachelor’s degree? 4. Does he/she have certification in early childhood education? 5. Does the classroom aide have specialized training in early childhood development? 6. Have the majority of the teachers been at the program for at least three years? 7. Has there been any teacher turnover in the last few years? 8. Do the teachers participate in 12 hours or more of in-service training each year?
special needs, does the school provide accommodations and support? 20. Are parents welcome to drop in without making an appointment? 21. Does the teacher have face-to-face or phone contact or provide regular e-mail or written reports with parent(s) at least twice a month? 22. Does the program hold parent/teacher conferences at least twice a year? 23. Does the school have a number of ways for the parent(s) to be involved and help their child at home? (i.e. a school newsletter, classroom volunteers, family events, book or toy lending library) 24. Does the teacher keep the parent(s) regularly informed of the child’s progress and school activities in a language they can understand?
9. Is there a system for helping teachers improve their teaching expertise?
If the teacher does not speak the family’s language, how do they communicate?
10. Is there at least one teacher for every 10 children?
Your own observations
11. Are there no more than 20 children in a class? 12. Does the room have separate learning centers (reading, art, dramatic play, writing, blocks, etc.) with interesting equipment and materials to encourage learning? 13. Does the teacher use a well-known, quality, pre-k curriculum to guide what is taught? If yes: Does the curriculum prepare children for kindergarten based on the state standards for school readiness? Does the curriculum take into account the various learning styles, cultures, disabilities, and languages of the children and their families? Does the curriculum provide opportunities for the children to explore topics in detail and in multiple ways? 14. Does the class follow a daily routine that offers a variety of activities throughout the day? (i.e. art, make-believe play, outside play, reading, and science activities) 15. Do children have outdoor unstructured playtime every day, except when the weather is extreme? 16. Does the class take at least two field trips a year? 17. Do activities change regularly so the children have a chance to learn new skills? 18. Do teachers have access to trained professionals such as a social worker, mental health consultant, and/ or behavior specialist to help children who have challenging behaviors or attention problems? 19. If a child has a disability or
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Spend at least an hour in the classroom. Ask yourself: 25. Do I feel welcome? 26. Are the teachers warm and caring with the children? 27. Do the teachers handle problems and conflicts in a positive manner? 28. Do teachers have one-on-one conversations with children? 29. Do teachers work with children individually and in small groups of three or four? 30. Does staff show acceptance and respect to all children regardless of culture, race, language, or disability? 31. Do the children appear to be happy and engaged in activities? 32. Do the children have opportunities to select what they want to do at times throughout the day? 33. Are the children talking and interacting with each other? 34. Do the children seem to be working well with one another (sharing, playing cooperatively, and taking turns)? 35. Do you see evidence that the teachers use a variety of methods to teach letters, numbers, shapes, and new vocabulary words? 36. Does the classroom have a library with a variety of books and other reading material? If yes, are the books in good condition and attractively displayed?
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Preschool Listings Preschool Address City • Phone Website
The Quarry Lane Preschool
1523 Willow Street Alameda • 510-865-6255 peekaboopreschool.com
Bright Horizons at Garner 2275 North Loop Road Alameda • 510-769-5437
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A child’s first years are critical to their growth and success in life; our preschool programs strive to balance nurturing and caring with a young child’s growing need for both structure and independence. With this balance in mind, we hope to instill in our students a lifelong joy and excitement for learning that will continue with them throughout their educational path. Our goal at Quarry Lane is to develop the child in a learning environment that promotes self-esteem, encourages natural creativity, and provides a solid academic foundation.
The Quarry Lane School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), the National Independent Private Schools Association (NIPSA) and the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA). The preschool program directors are members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). In addition to the developmental, academic-based curriculum of our toddler and preschool programs, The Quarry Lane School offers an awardwinning curriculum for Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten through the elementary, middle and high school years. Visit us online to get more information, schedule a tour, or RSVP for an Open House: www.QuarryLane.org/Preschool
The Child Unique Montessori School 2226 Encinal Ave. Alameda • 510-521-9227 http://www.thechildunique.org
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Peter Pan Academy 3171 MeCartney Road Alameda • 510-523-4080
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Bright Star Montessori School
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$900
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3 yr - 5 Up to 14 children
PT and FT options
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Little Lamb Bilingual Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 6 children Christian 8:00 pm - 6:00 pm
$1,350 - $1,500 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
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My Little World Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 12 children
$1,000
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Albany 850 Masonic Ave Albany • 510-600-3416 http://albanypreschool.org/ 1370 Marin Avenue Albany • 510-558-2080 www.brightstarschool.com
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Nomura Preschool is a nurturing environment for children ages two to five years old, serving Albany, El Cerrito, Berkeley, Richmond, Hercules and other East Bay families since 1964. Our dedicated, experienced preschool teachers provide a balanced program that includes age-appropriate academics, enriching art and music, creative free play and stimulating physical activities. Open 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, year round. Please contact us to schedule a tour or find out about the next Open House.
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ur Pre-K program introduces the building blocks on which our elementary program is based. We encourage academic growth while nurturing each child’s developmental timetable to ensure successful interactions, a love of learning and a strong sense of self-esteem. Students benefit from being at a school setting by receiving enrichment classes with our elementary specialist teachers in Spanish, Music and Physical Education. We provide separate classrooms for three and four-year-olds, with a half-day option offered in our three-year-old classroom. A Pre-K education at The Saklan School provides a joyful and engaging transition to academic life.
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3 - 6 yrs Up to 24 children
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Quarry Lane offers an academic preschool curriculum with an emphasis on phonics and math skills. We foster social and emotional growth through our center play activities in the classroom giving children the confidence to begin their journey through school. We balance your child’s experience with specialty classes in music, Spanish, computer, physical education and library visits. With both full and half day schedules, our program prepares children for future success with a wide range of learning experiences as they move through many developmental stages.
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he Quarry Lane School offers quality preschool programs at our two campuses in Pleasanton. Since 1991, our qualified teachers and dedicated staff have provided a safe and loving environment for young children as they begin their journey of lifelong learning.
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Hilltop Christian Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 33 children Christian 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
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Antioch 2200 Country Hills Drive Antioch • 925-779-9297 www.hilltopcs.org 2409 Pearlite Way Antioch • 925-755-8807
Sonshine Home Christian Preschool 1324 Putnam Street Antioch • 925-757-2194
The Child Day Schools, Antioch 112 E. Tregallas Road Antioch • 925-754-0144 www.tcdschools.com
7:00 am - 6:00 pm 3 yr - 5 Up to 14 children 8:45 am - 11:45 am 2 - 4 years old, AfterSchool 6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Home Based Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
Please call for rate
Center Meals Provided
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Transportation Available
Berkeley Benvenue Children’s House
2.5 yr - 5 Up to 14 children 8:30 am - 1:00 pm Ext care avail
$1,000
2.9 yrs - K Up to 40 children
5 days - $1100 4 days $999 3 days - $968
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Ext care avail
Diapers Accepted
2 yr - 5 Up to 69 children Reform Judaism 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Varies
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
Duck’s Nest Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 91 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
$918 - $1,500 Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
1411 Fourth Street Berkeley • 510-527-2331
Early Childhood Education Program
3 mos - 5 Up to 250 children
3027 Benvenue Ave Berkeley • 510-333-3198
Berkeley Hills Nursery School 1161 Sterling Avenue Berkeley • 510-849-1216 www.berkeleyhills.org
Beth El Nursery School Berkeley • 510-848-9428
2339 Haste Street Berkeley • 510-642-1827 ece.berkeley.edu
Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley (EB) 1009 Heinz Avenue Berkeley • 510-549-3867 www.eb.org
Frog Hollow Nursery School 1635 Jaynes Street Berkeley • 510-525-2566
Gay Austin School
1611 Hopkins St Berkeley • 510-526-2815 GayAustinSchool.com
7:45 am - 5:30 pm
Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
2.5 yr - PreK Up to 80 children 8:15 am - 3:30 pm Ext care avail
$2,310 Accredited
2.3 yr - 5 Up to 12 children 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Ext care avail
$980 - $1,340
2 yr - 5 Up to 53 children
$680 - $1,700
8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Home Special Needs Accepted Center Special Needs Accepted
Center Meals Provided
Center
Play Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Home Based Meals Provided
Center
EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION
Preschool Listings Preschool Address City • Phone Website
Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
German International School of Silicon Valley, Berkeley
2.9 yr - 8th grade Up to 60 children
1581 Le Roy Ave Berkeley • 510-558-0436 https://www.gissv.org/locations/ berkeley
Golden Gate Kids Preschool 1450 Sixth Street Berkeley • 510-525-4841 www.goldengate-kids.com
Griffin Nursery School 2410 Prince Street Berkeley • 510-845-2025 griffinnurseryschool.org
JCC East Bay Preschool
1414 Walnut Street Berkeley • 510-848-0237 http://www.jcceastbay.org/preschool/
Mi Mundo Preschool
1866 Alcatraz Ave Berkeley • 510-652-1172 www.mimundopreschool.com
The Model School
2330 Prince St. Berkeley • 510-549-2711 TheModelSchool.org
Montessori Family School 1850 Scenic Ave. Berkeley • 510-848-2322 www.montessorifamily.com
Nia House Learning Center 2234 9th Street Berkeley • 510-845-6099
Shu Ren International School 1333 University Ave. Berkeley • 510-981-0320 www.shurenschool.org
St. John’s Childcare Center Berkeley • 510-549-9342
499 Spruce Street Berkeley • 510-527-9021 www.steponeschool.org
Via Nova Children’s School
3032 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Berkeley • 510-848-6682
Accredited
Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation?
1.5 yr - 5
Please call for rate
20135 San Miguel Ave Castro Valley • 510-581-5577
Early Bird Montessori School
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
2.75 yr - 5 Up to 18 children
$640 - $730
8:30 am - Differs by age
Education Based
2 yr - 5 Up to 79 children Jewish 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
$666 - $2,077
Center
Diapers Accepted
Special Needs Accepted
2.6 yr - 5 Up to 29 children
$850 - $1,375 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
3 yr - 6 Up to 55 children
$1,320 - $1,780
Center
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Education Based
18 mos - 6 Up to 50 children
Varies
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
2 yr -5 Up to 56 children 8:30 a - 3:30p; Ext Care Available
$18,200
Center
3 mos - 5 Up to 45 children
Varies
8:00 am - 5:15 pm 3 months to 6 years Up to 80 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
7:30 am - 5:45 pm
2 yr - 6 Up to 115 children 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 45 children 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
2 - 6 years Up to 41 children
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
The German/English dual-language immersion GISSV Preschool and Kindergarten program, lovingly named "Kibili", lays a strong foundation through projectbased learning. Our goal is to nurture the holistic and individual development of each child. We focus on creative and cognitive skills, while also fostering a sense of responsibility, perception and intercultural awareness.
MoUNTaiN ViEW • bErKELEY • saN FraNcisco
Children play, experiment and learn in comprehensive learning groups according to a concept called "learning through self-learning". Projects and carefully arranged learning environments that tie in with the children's day-to-day lives provide the foundation for educational processes. Our Kindergarten assures a smooth transition into the GISSV elementary school.
1581 Le Roy Ave., Berkeley, CA 94708 510-558-0436 Funston Ave. Bldgs 4 & 8, SF, CA 94129 650-254-0748
www.gissv.org
The Child Unique Montessori School
O
UR MISSION is to create a warm, loving, secure environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, self-confidence and independence so that students may become models of peace and can succeed in an evolving world. We maintain tight ratios and small classes to ensure educational excellence and attention to a robust curriculum, which helps children become critical thinkers, world learners and peacemakers. We have a strong emphasis in cultural subjects, including the arts. We help children engage in living, cutting edge education and are committed to maintaining an environment that creates a curiosity about learning, while engendering a love, respect and understanding of self and others.
Diapers Accepted Education Based Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Center Meals Provided
2226 Encinal Avenue Alameda, CA 94501 510.521.9227 www.thechildunique.org
$1,220 - $1,460
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
Varies
Center
The Seven Hills School
Center
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7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Age 2-6
Please see website
4779 Heyer Avenue Castro Valley • 510 329-7344 www.earlybirdmontessori.com
New second language and PE program Toddler • Preschool • TK • Elementary
he Seven Hills School is an independent school serving preschool-8th grade students, at the edge of Walnut Creek’s Heather Farm Park. With a mission to “develop the intellect, engage the spirit, and foster respect for, and responsibility to, our world” Seven Hills educates the whole child – head, heart and hands. Seven Hills’ preschool and pre-Kindergarten programs are Reggio Emilia-inspired, with student inquiry at the center of the curriculum. At each grade level, we get our students ready for their next academic adventure, for the next community to which they will contribute. Seven Hills – more than 50 years of independent school education in the heart of the East Bay.
Diapers Accepted Education Based
His Growing Grove Child Care Center
6 wks - 5 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Please see website
Montessori School at Five Canyons
18 mos - 6 Up to 120 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
$1,150
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
City of Concord Preschool Program
2 yr - 6 Up to 48 children Christian 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Please see website
Center
Concordia School, The
2 yr - 6th grade Up to 34 children 7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
First Lutheran Preschool
2 yr - 5 Lutheran 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Kidz-Planet Learning Center
6 wks - 6 Up to 40 children
2490 Grove Way Castro Valley • 510-581-5088 www.hisgrowinggrove.com
22781 Canyon Court Castro Valley • 510-581-3729 www.montessoricastrovalley.com
he German International School of Silicon Valley (GISSV) is an independent school with three locations in the Bay Area, offering a preschool - high school campus in Berkeley, located in the beautiful landmark Hillside School in the Berkeley Hills.
Center
Castro Valley ABC Preschool and Daycare
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Center
Education Based
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Step One School, p. 27
Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility? Diapers Accepted? Education Based?
German International School of Silicon Valley
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Concord Multiple Locations Concord • 925-671-3118
2353 Fifth Ave Concord • 925-689-9610 4006 Concord Blvd Concord • 925-798-5330 flpsconcord.org 5100 Clayton Rd Concord • 925-825-3012 www.kidz-planet.org
Step by Step Montessori Preschool 1507 Heather Drive Concord • 925-825-4364 stepbystepschools.com
Wood Rose Academy & Preschool 4347 Cowell Road Concord • 925-825-5493
7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 40 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Center
Center Meals Provided
Center
14 Osborn Way Danville • 925-743-4187 www.autumncreek-lc.com
Community Presbyterian Preschool 222 W El Pintado Rd Danville • 925-837-3316 www.cpcdanville.org
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$900 - $1,000
2 yr - 5 Up to 110 children
Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided
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Center
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2 yr - 8th grade Up to 56 children Roman Catholic 6:45 am - 6:00 pm
Danville Autumn Creek Learning Center
975 North San Carlos Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94598 925-933-0666 www.sevenhillsschool.org
7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2.5 yr - 5 Up to 102 children Christian 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Diapers Accepted for 2.5s Education Based
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EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION The Renaissance Preschool Ages Served Monthly Tuition Address # of Children at Facility Accredited Facility? International School City • Phone Religious Affil (if any) Diapers Accepted? The Renaissance International School is a Montessori school for children ages two years old through middle school. We provide an international center of learning and culture that is open, supportive and multidisciplinary, where they develop and achieve their highest potential. Language Immersion Students in the primary years begin learning a second language. They are taught in English and Spanish or English and French. Music Our music curriculum addresses the musical needs of children beginning in early childhood. Fine Arts
Oakland Campus: 3650 Dimond Ave. Piedmont Campus: 5201 Park Blvd.
510-531-8566 www.therenaissanceschool.org
Creativity, imagination, personal expression, selfdirection, coordination, critical thinking, and problem solving are encouraged in our studio art program. Call for tour information: 510-531-8566. Lic# 010214382
Oakland Montessori School
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ur beautiful Montessori environment for children aged 24 months to 6 years is designed and prepared to generate creativity, promote confidence and independence, and build trust. We assist our children’s efforts in exploring the diverse world as a group and as individuals. Our hours of operation are 7:30-6:00. Oakland Montessori School has lots of space to spread out inside and outside: our spacious classrooms give everyone enough room to work, and our expansive yard provides hours of creation, learning and exploration. We have continuously operated in the Dimond district for over 30 years.
Website
Hours of Care
Education Based?
Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation?
Danville Montessori School
2 yr - 5 Up to 48 children
Please call for rate
Center
919 Camino Ramon Danville • 925-838-7434 www.danmont.com
Fountainhead Montessori School 939 El Pintado Rd Danville • 925-820-1343 www.fms.org
Garden Montessori School
Peekadoodle Academy of Danville
2 yr - 6 Up to 90 children
Varies
2425 Camino Tassajara Danville • 925-736-7335
North Berkeley Hills Close to Shasta and Grizzly Peak Bl 510-849-1216 www.berkeleyhills.org
We offer separate programs for 2.9-4 year olds (RED Room) and 4-5 year olds (BLUE Room). Children participate in a multi-faceted teacher facilitated program 5 days a week from 9-1 pm. First year RED Room children have the option of attending three, four or five days a week. Extended care occurs 1-3pm daily, based on need. Early care is available at 8:45.
Montessori Family School
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oes your child… • Confidently set and achieve goals? • Complete their work enthusiastically? • Volunteer to lead activities?
Montessori kids do. Since 1981, MFS has provided an authentic Montessori education, serving 160 children in grades PK-8. Our classrooms offer a challenging curriculum that supports hands-on learning, self-expression, independence, and reflective selfevaluation in a beautiful, harmonious environment.
Preschool Campus | 510-848-2322 1850 Scenic Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709 Elementary Campus (K-8) | 510-236-8802 7075 Cutting Blvd., El Cerrito, CA 94530
www.montessorifamily.com
Our program emphasizes personal growth, academic accomplishment, and intellectual curiosity. Children learn that they are part of a larger, diverse society in which skills of cooperation and collaboration are critical for success. Students learn independence and responsibility and leave MFS ready for the challenges and opportunities that await them in high school and in life.
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Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Special Needs Accepted Center Meals Provided
Dublin Beyond Montessori
7260 San Ramon Road Dublin • 925-556-2588 www.BeyondMontessori.Org
Fountainhead Montessori School 6665 Amador Plaza Rd Dublin • 925-829-2963 www.fms.org
Joyful Kids Academy Bilingual Preschool 7250 Amador Valley Blvd Dublin • 925-560-8603
Little Genius Montessori 6837 Amador Valley Blvd Dublin • 925-803-5867
Seed2Sprout Learning Center 4288 Dublin Blvd, Suite 206 Dublin • 925-828-2468 www.Seed2Sprout.org
2 yr - 6 Up to 24 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 5 Up to 54 children 7:00 am - 6:30 pm 2 yr - 5 Up to 60 children 7:30 am - 6:30 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 30 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
2 yr - 6 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Center
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Center Meals Provided
Center Diapers Accepted Education Based
El Cerrito El Cerrito Preschool Cooperative (ECPC) 7200 Moeser Lane El Cerrito • 510-526-1916
Keystone Montessori
3 yr - 5 Up to 28 children 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Center
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
3 yr - 6 Up to 55 children
$1,320 - $1,780
Center
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Education Based
2.5 yr - 5 Up to 24 children Christian 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
$1,040
4 yr - 14 Up to 250 children Jewish 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
See Website Accredited Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available
2 yrs + Up to 8 children
$200 - $2,000
Home
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Education Based
Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available
0 - 10 yrs Up to 118 children Christian 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Varies Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available
12 wks - 6 yrs Up to 160 children
Varies
Center
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Meals Provided
Daniel Christian Academy
2 yr - 6 Up to 60 children Christian 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
$500 - $980 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided
Genius Kids Mowry Campus
2 yr - 6 Up to 70 children
$290 weekly
Center
1111 Navellier St. El Cerrito • 510-527-9522 sycamore-preschool.org
Tehiyah Day School
2603 Tassajara Avenue El Cerrito • 510-233-3013 www.tehiyah.org
1.5 yr - 6 Up to 65 children
Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based Varies
Sycamore Christian Preschool
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7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based Varies Accredited
7075 Cutting Blvd. El Cerrito • 510-236-8802 www.montessorifamily.com
t Berkeley Hills, we allow children to develop at their own pace, taking the time to discover things for themselves. Our community emphasis on social skills, such as cooperation and respect for others, along with emergent and enriched curriculum, creates an environment tailored to the growth of the whole child. To ensure careful supervision and individual attention, each class of twenty children receives the guidance of three experienced childhood professionals.
7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Please call for rate
3 yr - 6 Up to 19 children 8:55-11:25 am and 12:002:30 pm
Montessori Family School
Berkeley Hills Nursery School
2 yr - 5 Up to 54 children
Diapers Accepted Education Based
495 Verona Avenue Danville • 925-837-2969
El Cerrito • 510-236-7479
3625 Fruitvale Ave Oakland, CA 94602 510-482-3111 www.oaklandmontessori.com
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Center Special Needs Accepted
El Sobrante Conexiones Institute
El Sobrante • 510-275-3505
Hope Preschool
2830 May Road El Sobrante • 510-222-9222
Emeryville LePort School Emeryville
1450 63rd Street Emeryville • 510-984-1999 http://leportschools.com/emeryvillepreschool/
Fremont ABC Magic Moments
2367 Jackson St Fremont • 510-656 3722 39608 Sundale Dr. Fremont • 510-279-9859
3645 Mowry Ave Fremont • 510-896-8764
Genius Kids Warmsprings
46132 Warmsprings Blvd,# 101 Fremont • 510-999-7704
Kimberhills Preschool
8:00 am - 6:30 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 60 children 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,000 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available Center
1.5 yr - 5+ Up to 130 children Christian 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Varies
39700 Mission Blvd Fremont • 510-651-5437
Learn and Play Montessori School
2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
The Lil Genius Kid
0 yr - 6 Up to 75 children
Varies
Center
7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Transportation Available
Little Flowers Montessori
2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Little Lamb Ministries
2.5 yrs - 5 Up to 140 children Christian 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Varies
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
7220 Maple Street Fremont • 510-713-2402
34183 & 34141 Fremont Blvd Fremont • 510-713-2431
4343 Stevenson Blvd Fremont • 510-651-2605 505 Driscoll Road Fremont • 510-656-1359
Special Needs Accepted
Preschool Address City • Phone Website
EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION Ages Served Monthly Tuition Home or Center Shu Ren International # of Children at Facility Accredited Facility? Meals Provided? Religious Affil (if any) Diapers Accepted? Special Needs? School Hours of Care Education Based? Transportation?
Montessori Children’s Center
3 mos - 12
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Montessori Children’s House
3 mos - 12
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Our Savior Lutheran Preschool
2.9 mos - 5 yrs Up to 75 children Lutheran 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Please call for rate
858 Washington Blvd Fremont • 510-657-9269
Center Meals Provided
Palm Academy
6 wks and up
Please call for rate
33170 Lake Mead Drive Fremont • 510-489-7510
1901 Washington Boulevard Fremont • 510-490-1727
2856 Washington Blvd Fremont • 510-777-6677 www.palmacademy.com
S
hu Ren International School is committed to empowering students to become internationallyminded critical thinkers and lifelong learners. Through our engaging, inquiry-based environment students reach their full academic potential and become caring, multilingual, and culturally literate global citizens. Shu Ren is a Mandarin-English bilingual school for students from Pre-K (age 2-5) to 8th grade and is California’s only Mandarin immersion International Baccalaureate (IB) World School.
Education Based Center
Shu Ren’s programs offer: • Whole child focus with students supported in their personal, social, emotional and physical development • Teaching and learning delivered through a globally recognized international program with a structuredinquiry approach • 100% Mandarin immersion model • Low student-to-teacher ratio with highly experienced teachers • A nurturing, play-based environment fostering students' natural curiosity
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Hayward Cherubim’s Children’s Center 30540 Mission Blvd Hayward • 510-471-7713 www.cherubimscc.com
Creative Kids Children’s Center
3 mos - 5 Up to 20 children 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Accredited Diapers Accepted
Center
4 mos - entering 1st Up to 40 children 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Varies
2894 D Street Hayward • 510-888-9122
Eiffel Tower Montessori
2 yr - 5
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Elmhurst Learning Center
2 yr - 11
Center Meals Provided
493 Blanche Hayward • 510-475-1762
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
His Kids Childrens Center
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
26221 Gading Road Hayward • 510-786-3641
2 yr - 5 Up to 79 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Li’l Angels Child Care
infant - 5
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
$1,325 - $1,575 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
$486 - $1,310 Accredited Diapers Accepted
Center
Please call for rate
Center
380 Elmhurst Street Hayward • 510-786-1289
28924 Ruus Road Hayward • 510-670-9007
6:30 am - 6:30 pm
1333 University Ave Berkeley, CA 94702 510-981-0320 www.shurenschool.org
La Casita Bilingüe Montessori
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unique bilingual Montessori education for Preschool and Kindergarten (2.5 - 6 years).
We offer a unique environment to nurture children in the early years of their life. La Casita is a Montessori, bilingual English-Spanish preschool and kindergarten program in the East Bay where children enjoy, discover, learn, and grow in a safe, nurturing space where diversity, environmentalism, languages and bilingualism are celebrated every day, and year around.
Kensington Growing Light Montessori School of Kensington Kensington • 510-527-1278
Kensington Nursery School 52 Arlington Ave. Kensington • 510-524-7963 www.kns-ca.org
Skytown Parent Co-operative Preschool 1 Lawson Rd. Kensington • 510-526-8481
2 yrs - entering 1st Up to 64 children 8:00 am – 6:00 pm 2.75 yr - 5 Up to 38 children 7:30 am – 6:00 pm 1.5 yr - K Up to 34 children 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
592 Tennent Ave., Pinole, CA 94564 510-724-1724 www.la-casita.org
Diapers Accepted
Lafayette Happy Days Learning Center, p. 8 3205 Stanley Blvd. Lafayette • 925-932-8088 www.happydayslafayette.com
Joyful Beginnings Preschool 955 Moraga Rd. Lafayette • 925-284-1143 joyfulbeginnings.blog.com
Lafayette Nursery School
979 First St. Lafayette • 925-284-1639 http://www.lafayettenurseryschool.org
2 yr - 5th grade Up to 84 children 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
$260 - 550
2 yr - 5.5 Up to 60 children
Varies
Times differs by age 12 mos - 5 Up to 80 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Seedlings Preschool
6 mos - 6 Up to 100 children Presbyterian 9:15 am - 2:15 pm
49 Knox Drive Lafayette • 925-284-3870
Diapers Accepted Education Based
2 yr - 5 Up to 45 children Christian Values 8:45 am - 11:45 am
Old Firehouse School
984 Moraga Rd Lafayette • 925-284-4321
$320 - $1165
The Child Day Schools, Lafayette, 2-3 years old (Preschool);
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided
Special Needs Accepted
Please call for rate
Center Meals Provided
Fours (Pre-K); Kindergarten 6:45 am - 6:15 pm
Viva el Español
1 yr - 8th grade Up to 36 children
$155 - $275
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Education Based
1.5 yr - 6 Up to 75 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
$250 Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Christian World Pre-School
0 yr - 12 Up to 72 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
$850 Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided
Fountainhead Montessori School
1.8 yr - 5 Up to 54 children
Please call for rate
Center
2828 Marina Livermore • 925-443-1700 3820 East Ave. Livermore • 925-455-5564 949 Central Avenue Livermore • 925-820-1343 www.fms.org
Holy Cross Lutheran School 1020 Mocho Street Livermore • 925-447-1864
Livermore Playschool
5261 East Avenue Livermore • 925-447-6042 www.livermoreplayschool.com
The Child Development Center
Building 2300, 3000 Campus Hill Drive Livermore • 925-424-1560 www.laspositascollege.edu/ childdevelopmentcenter
Martinez
7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Please call for rate
2 yr - 5 Up to 48 children
Please call for rate
18 mos - 5 Up to 132 children 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
The vibrant community of Step One provides the healthy foundation children need to reach their full potential as learners and human beings. Step One has designed four distinct programs to help children at each stage of their development: • 2-Year Olds • Nursery School • Transitional Kindergarten • Arts Enrichment
499 Spruce St. Berkeley, CA 94708 510-527-9021 www.steponeschool.org
Transportation Available
Broadmoor Preschool
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roadmoor is a play-based, parent operated cooperative preschool in San Leandro. Since 1939 we have fostered the development of parents and children within our families, our school, and our community.
Diapers Accepted Education Based
2 yr - 5 Up to 100 children Holy Cross Lutheran 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Inclusion and diversity are a large part of the curriculum at Step One, with the belief that early childhood is an ideal time for children to experience diversity.
Center
Livermore Best Friends Campus
Step One adheres to a play-based, developmental philosophy, and provides structure and routine throughout the day. Children are able to make choices within the activities offered to them.
Center Meals Provided
1049 Stuart Street Lafayette • 925-284-7092 www.tcdschools.com 3451 Golden Gate Way Lafayette • 925-962-9177 www.vivaelespanol.org
ince 1981, Step One School has been a leader in Early Childhood Education in the Bay Area.
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
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Center Meals Provided
Center
Center
We offer half-day classes for children ages 3-5. Students engage in age-appropriate exploration of science, math, art, music, cooking, games, and outside play. Parents work in the classroom one day each week, and attend parent education meetings on a variety of topics.
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,500 - $1,800 Diapers Accepted Education Based
Call to schedule your visit today!
Step One School
Transportation Available
$263 - $880
If you are seeking a small and committed school community where your child has the opportunity to learn social skills, discover his talents, explore different cultures while he receives a top, high quality teaching experience following the Montessori method, La Casita Bilingue Montessori is what you are looking for.
Center Meals Provided
We are still enrolling for 2016/17! Visit our website for details and to download an application. 951 Dowling Blvd San Leandro, CA 94577 510-569-5327 www.broadmoorpreschool.org
Also available: Tot-Time for 2 year olds and summer camps.
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EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION
Color Me Children Preschool & Kindergarten #013411559
Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation?
Forest Hills Preschool and Child Care
3 mos - 6 Up to 97 children
Please call for rate
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted Transportation Available
• Full-time & Part-time Rates • Small Classes • Computers
6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Helping Hands Christian Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 30 children Christian 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Varies
St. Catherine Preschool
2.75 yr - 5 Up to 40 children Catholic 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Please call for rate Accredited
Creative Playhouse
2 yr - 6 Up to 40 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Growing Tree Preschool
1.5 yr - 5 Up to 175 children 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Mulberry Tree Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 50 children
Varies
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
Toddlers (12 months); Preschool (2-3 years); Pre-K (4 years); Jr.-K (young 5’s) 6:45 am - 6:15 pm
Please call for rate
Center Meals Provided
3 yr - 5 Up to 32 children
$675 - $1,290 Accredited
8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Play-Education Based
Little Flowers Montessori
2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Little Flowers Montessori
2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Montessori School in Newark
2 yr - 6 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
2 yr - K Up to 26 children
258 / wk full time Diapers Accepted
Home Based Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
1125 Ferry St. Martinez • 925-229-2255
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Education Based
Center Meals Provided
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
Moraga 1350 Moraga Way Moraga • 925-377-8314 1695 Canyon Road Moraga • 925-376-8280
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Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility? Diapers Accepted? Education Based?
1865 Arnold Drive Martinez • 925-229-2975
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Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
5834 Alhambra Ave Martinez • 925-370-1601
#013412517
“A Place Where Learning is FUN-DA-MENTAL” Ages 2 Yrs.– Kindergarten
• 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday • Challenging Academics • Large Outside Play Area
Preschool Address City • Phone Website
8115 Fontaine St., Oakland, CA 94605 • (510) 430-1322 1141 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702 • (510) 548-6423
1455 St. Mary’s Rd. Moraga • 925-376-1751 www.mulberrytreepreschool.com
The Child Day Schools, Moraga
If you could give your child one gift to last a lifetime, what would it be?
372 Park Street Moraga • 925-376-5110 www.tcdschools.com
The Saklan School
1678 School Street Moraga • 925-376-7900 www.saklan.org
8:45 am - 3:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Snack Provided
Newark
www.nomurapreschool.com
37815 Birch St Newark • 510-793-0000
Lic. #070209834
5801 Jarvis Ave Newark • 510-794-8350 35660 Cedar Boulevard Newark • 510-792-4546
Oakland Bernice & Joe Playschool
7001 Sunkist Dr Oakland • 510-638-3529 www.berniceandjoe-playschool.com
Betty’s Children’s Academy
3 mos - 11 Up to 60 children 7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
BlueSkies for Children
infant - 5 Up to 85 children
$1,310 - $2,700 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
Varies
Center Meals Provided
Oakland • 510-430-8789
• Preparation for Kindergarten • Nurturing Academic Environment • Ballet, Karate, Gymnastics, Violin, Piano, and Soccer
3021 Brookdale Avenue Oakland • 510-261-1076 www.blueskies4children.org
• Music, Art, and Language Programs • Expansive Outdoor Play Area • Hours: 7a.m. – 6p.m. (Year-Round) • Ages 2-5 Years and Bridge K Class
Bright Future Early Learning Center 1515 Clay Street, Suite 146 Oakland • 510-835-4012 www.4c-alameda.org
Open House - December 3rd (10am-12pm)
4359 39th Avenue Oakland • 510-531-1534 www.chathampreschool.com
Call to Schedule a Tour: 510-526-7847
Oakland Montessori School
7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Grand Lake Montessori
18 mos - K Up to 165 children
$1,757
Center
7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 1st Grade Entry Up to 64 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 24 children
8800 Fontaine St Oakland • 510-569-5427 www.kids-konnect.com
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Mountain Boulevard Montessori School
2yr - K Up to 45 children
3625 Fruitvale Avenue 3636 Dimond Avenue Oakland • 510-325-1719 www.oaklandmontessori.com
The Renaissance International School 3650 Dimond Ave. Oakland • 510-531-8566 www.TheRenaissanceSchool.org
Tours on Wednesdays at 9:30am Please RSVP at info@oaklandmontessori.com
Please call for rate
Special Needs Accepted
Oakland Montessori School
Serving children 24 months to 6 years
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based
3778 Park Blvd. Oakland • 510-530-2146 www.ganmahtov.com
4432 Mountain Boulevard Oakland • 510-482-2850 www.mtnblvd.com
Rockridge Little School
5951 College Avenue Oakland • 510-420-1200 www.rockridgelittleschool.com Lic #010214163
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7:30 am – 6:00 pm
Center
Center
Kids Konnect Child Development Center
3636 Dimond Ave
Please call for rate
$742 - $1040
Oakland • 510-336-9897 www.growinglight.net
Join our diverse community of confident children, supportive parents and experienced teachers. ART • MUSIC • SPANISH • GYMNASTICS • YOGA
Diapers Accepted Play Based
2 yr - 5 Up to 30 children Jewish 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Growing Light Montessori School
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7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Gan Mah Tov Preschool at Beth Jacob Congregation
466 Chetwood St. Oakland • 510-836-4313 grandlakemontessori.com
www.oaklandmontessori.com
3 mos - K Up to 52 children
Chatham School - Redwood 4500 Redwood Rd Oakland • 510-531-1302 www.chathampreschool.com
510-482-3111
7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Chatham School - 39th Ave
1711 Carlson Blvd., Richmond Annex 94804
Call us today:
8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Rockridge Montessori School 5610 Broadway & 5633 Manila Av Oakland • 510-652-7021 www.rockridgemontessori.org
7:30 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 55 children 7:30 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 9th grade Up to 160 children
Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,406 - $1,600 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
$750 - $1250
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,395 Inclusive Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
$800 - $2,000
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based $1,867 - $2,365
Center
$1,200 - $1,675 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
7:30 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 41 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm infant - 5 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Center Diapers Accepted Education Based
EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION Preschool Address City • Phone Website
Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility? Diapers Accepted? Education Based?
Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation?
Saint Vincent’s Day Home
2 yr - 6 Up to 225 children
Please call for rate Accredited
7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Education Based
Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
2 yr - 5 Up to 90 children Jewish 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
$675 - $1,880
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Special Needs Accepted
1086 Eighth Street Oakland • 510-832-8324 www.svdh@svdh.org
Temple Sinai Preschool 2808 Summit St. Oakland • 510-832-6800
Treehouse Preschool & Kindergarten
4000 Redwood Rd Oakland • 510-531-0320 www.treehousepreschool.org
2 yr - 5 Up to 107 children First Covenant Church 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
YEARS 2016 1986 CELEBRATING 30
Center Diapers Accepted Education Based
Orinda Fountainhead Montessori School 30 Santa Maria Way Orinda • 925-254-7110 www.fms.org
2 yr - 5 Up to 54 children 7:00 am - 6:30 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Holy Shepherd Christian Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 25 children Christian 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Please call for rate
St. John Preschool
18 mos - 5 Up to 24 children
Please call for rate
433 Moraga Way Orinda • 925-254-3429 www.holyshepherd.org 501 Moraga Way Orinda • 925-254-4470 www.stjohnorinda.com
7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Center
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Helping your child excel in a warm and nurturing environment
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Piedmont Happy Together Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 20 children Jewish cultural 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
$680 - $1,340
1300 Grand Ave Piedmont • 510-547-2424 x214 www.happytogetherpreschool.com
Linda Beach Cooperative Preschool
2.75 yr - 4 Up to 20 children
$300 - $345 Accredited
400 Highland Ave Piedmont • 510-547-4432 www.lindabeach.org
We provide a Year Round Program
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Infant and toddler care for ages 12-24 months Preschool for ages 2-5 years
Center Special Needs Accepted
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.
Pinole La Casita Bilingue Montessori School 592 Tennent Avenue Pinole • 510-724-1724 www.la-casita.org
Maria’s Family Daycare 2430 Paloma street Pinole • 510-262-9204
2.5 yr - 6
Please call for rate Accredited
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Education Based
Newborns to 5 Up to 6 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
$800
2 yr - 6 Up to 30 children
Please call for rate
Diapers Accepted
Center
email admin@
510-652-7021
Home Based Meals Provided
www.RockridgeMontessori.org
Pleasant Hill Alice’s Montessori
105 Astrid Drive Pleasant Hill • 925-947-0606 www.alicesmontessori.com
Creative Play Center
2323 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-974-6820
Hummingbird Preschool Academy
1715 Oak Park Blvd Pleasant Hill • 925-946-0111 hummingbirdpreschoolacademy.com
7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2.8 yr - 4 20-22 per class Varies 3 mos - 1st grade Up to 72 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Center
Diapers Accepted
Special Needs Accepted
Please call for rate
Center
Play and Learn School
18 mos - 9 Up to 150 children
Please call for rate
1898 Pleasant Hill Rd Pleasant Hill • 925-943-7007
Stepping Stones Learning Center 2750 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-933-6520
Center
Education Based Center Meals Provided Special Needs Accepted
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
2 yr - 6 Up to 66 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
2 yr and up Up to 100 children Christian 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
$1,000
Center Meals Provided
infant - 6 Up to 27 children
Please call for rate
Special Needs Accepted
Pleasanton Adventures in Learning
3200 Hopyard Road Pleasanton • 925-462-7123 www.ailpleasanton.com
Hacienda HeadsUp
4671 Chabot Drive Pleasanton • 925-463-2885 www.headsup.org
Quarry Lane School
3750 Boulder St. Pleasanton • 925-846-9400 www.quarrylane.org
Quarry Lane School
4444B Black Ave. Pleasanton • 925-462-6300 www.quarrylane.org
The Child Day Schools, Pleasanton
883 Rose Avenue Pleasanton • 925-462-1866 www.tcdschools.com
Viva el Español
4455 Del Valle Parkway, Room A204 Pleasanton • 925-962-9177 www.vivaelespanol.org
7:30 am - 6:00 pm 15 mos - 5 Up to 250 children
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Transportation Available Center
S
aying goodbye isn’t easy, especially the first day you leave your child with a caregiver. They key is to make these happy goodbyes, not sad ones.
Plan to stay for a bit, especially the first day. Walk around the room with your child, meet other kids, and play with some of the toys to help your child become comfortable with this new situation. Be cheerful and upbeat. Your child will know by the sound of your voice if you’re worried or upset. Smile, laugh, and tell your child that you’ll be back soon. Create a goodbye routine. Give your child a kiss to “hold” in his hand while you’re away, sing a special song together, or give an extra big bear hug.
Leave a favorite object behind. Bring along your child’s favorite stuffed animal, toy, or blanket to help ease the transition from home to school and keep your child from feeling lonely throughout the day. Hold back from the “rescue.” Once you leave the room, try not to look back, even if you hear your child crying. Experienced caregivers know how to properly care for your child and if you run back, your child will think that he needs to be with you all the time. This will likely make it harder for your child to transition to school. If you need some reassurance that your child is well, wait for a few minutes outside the room or call later in the morning to check in. Articles reprinted with permission from First 5 California. For more information please visit www.first5california.com/ parents/
Diapers Accepted Education Based Center
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
$680 - $2,040 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
2 yr - 5 Up to 170 children
$680 - $2,040 Accredited
Center
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Education Based
Preschool (2-3 years); Pre-K (4 yrs); Jr.-K (5 yrs); After-School
Please call for rate
6:45 am - 6:15 pm
Saying Goodbye
Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate
schedule a tour
Lic. 01213520,013417669 & 013417787
$127 - $276
2.5 yr - 6 Up to 53 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
2702 Pleasant Hill Road Pleasant Hill • 925-947-2340
tessori.org to
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Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Pioneer Montessori School
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Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center Meals Provided
3 yr - 6 Up to 30 children
Please call for rate
Center
9:45 am - 3:30 pm
Education Based
2 yr - 5 Up to 95 children
Please call for rate Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Varies Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Richmond Nomura Preschool
1711 Carlson Blvd. Richmond • 510-526-7847 www.nomurapreschool.com
Small World Montessori School 4555 Hilltop Drive Richmond • 510-222-6011
7:00 am – 6:00 pm 6 mos - K Up to 90 children 7:00 am – 6:30 pm
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EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION Dynamic Education The Optimizing Each Child’s Potential Child Enrolling Now for 2017 Day Schools, LLC Family operated since 1976
• Language & Literacy • Math & Science • Problem Solving • Art & Creativity • Social Skills
Preschool Address City • Phone Website
Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility? Diapers Accepted? Education Based?
Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation?
St. David Pre-School
3 yr - 5 Up to 36 children Catholic 6:45 am – 6:00 pm
$737 FT - $443 PT Accredited
Center
Broadmoor Pre-School, p. 21
2 yr - 6
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Li’l Angels Day Care Center
infant - 12
Please call for rate
Center
Richmond • 510-232-1736 www.stdavidschool.org
San Leandro 951 Dowling Boulevard San Leandro • 510-569-5360 890 Fargo Avenue San Leandro • 510-895-8736 www.lilangelschildcare.com
Low Ratios Highly Trained Teachers
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Montessori School At Washington Ave
2 yr - 6 Up to 92 children
Please call for rate
St James Church Pre-School
2 yr - 6
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
2.5 yr - 5 Up to 93 children
Please call for rate
Center
14795 Washington Avenue San Leandro • 510-278-1115
www.t cdschools.com
993 Estudillo Avenue San Leandro • 510-895-9590
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PLEASANTON 925-462-1866
LAFAYETTE 925-284-7092
MORAGA 925-376-5110
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Lic# 070208769
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50 Creekside Drive San Ramon • 925-831-1210 www.diablohillscountryschool.com
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Gale Ranch Preschool
2200 Brookcliff Circle San Ramon • 925-648-1201 www.ymca-cba.org
Happy Days Preschool
20801 San Ramon Valley Blvd San Ramon • 925-828-8007 www.happydaysinfo.org
Teddy Bears Children’s Center
210 Porter Drive, Suite 110 San Ramon • 925-838-4148 www.teddybearschildrenscenter.com
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The Child Day Schools, San Ramon 18868 Bollinger Canyon Road San Ramon • 925-820-2515 www.tcdschools.com
7:00 am - 6:00 pm 2 yr - 6 Up to 36 children 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
Diapers Accepted Education Based Please call for rate
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based
2.5 yr 5 Up to 40 children
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7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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18 mos - 6 Up to 46 children
Please call for rate
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Education Based
Toddlers (12 months); Preschool (2-3 years); Pre-K (4 years); Kindergarten; After-School 6:45 am - 6:15 pm
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2 yr - 6
Please call for rate
Diapers Accepted Education Based
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Union City Adventure Montessori Academy
S i g n u p o n l i n e f o r a t o ur t o d ay !
www.grandlakemontessori.com 466 Chetwood, Oakland (510) 836-4313
4101 Pleiades Place Union City • 510-489-4191 adventuremontessoriacademy.com
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188 Appian Way Union City • 510-471-0731
Center
Diapers Accepted Education Based 2 yr - 5 Up to 49 children 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
Preschool and Transitional Kindergarten One of Berkeley’s Best Loved Preschools 2’s program, Nursery School and Transitional Kindergarten
Opening in the Nursery School – call now Ages 2 through 6 Lic # 010209297
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499 Spruce Street, Berkeley 510-527-9021 www.steponeschool.org
TK Open House Saturday, November 5th 10am-12pm Children Welcome!
EAST BAY GUIDE TO PRESCHOOLS & EARLY CHILD EDUCATION Preschool Address City • Phone Website
Ages Served # of Children at Facility Religious Affil (if any) Hours of Care
Monthly Tuition Accredited Facility? Diapers Accepted? Education Based?
Home or Center Meals Provided? Special Needs? Transportation?
Little People Pre-School
2.9 yr - 5 Up to 63 children 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Please call for rate Diapers Accepted Education Based
Center
3 yr - 5.5 Up to 40 children Christian 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate
Center
2 yr - 5 Up to 21 children Jewish 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Please call for rate
2.75 yr - 6 in Sept Up to 20 children Varies
$395 - $695
2.75 yr - 5 Up to 35 children Times differ by class
$150 - $250 Accredited Diapers Accepted Education Based
Old Firehouse School
12 mos - 5 Up to 80 children 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Diapers Accepted Education Based
The Seven Hills School
2.75 yr and up 21 in PS; 24 in PK PS 8:30 am - 12:45 pm PK 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Annual $14,100 FA Available Accredited Education Based
Center
Trinity Lutheran Preschool
2 yr - 5 Up to 48 children Lutheran 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
$915
Center Meals Provided
33700 Alvarado-Niles Road Union City • 510-489-8650
Walnut Creek Contra Costa Christian Preschool 2721 Larkey Lane Walnut Creek • 925-934-4964 cccss.org
Gan B’nai Shalom
74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek • 925-934-9446 www.gbspreschool.com
Garden Gate Montessori School 63 Sandy Lane` Walnut Creek • 925-943-7484
Grace Cooperative Preschool
2100 Tice Valley Blvd. Walnut Creek • 925-421-0150 www.gracecooperativepreschool.com 55 Eckley Ln Walnut Creek • 925-934-1507 975 North San Carlos Drive Walnut Creek • 925-933-0666 www.sevenhillsschool.org 2317 Buena Vista Ave. Walnut Creek • 925-935-3362
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<<< continued from page 15 opportunities and retreating to his or her comfort zone. Children need to join clubs and teams. Say hi to more people. Meet with teachers. Volunteer for something. Run for student senate. Attend dances. Talk to more people. Come early and stay late. They need to throw themselves into the job of high school, and if they do, I can all but guarantee that something will stick
for them. And when something sticks, confidence builds, comfort comes, and the rest is history. Now, if your child is like my wife and dealing with social situations is easy for him or her, then here’s how you help him or her get the most out of high school: encourage him or her to jump in and support those of us who aren’t doing so hot. There are so many kids out there who are sad, depressed, anxious, bullied, isolated, or stuck. Do you know that the National Education Association recently reported that
160,000 teenagers stay home every day because of bullying? Do you know that studies by The Princeton Review and New York University show that nearly half of all high school students report being stressed or having a great deal of stress on a daily basis? Do you know that results from every serious study done in the last year show that teens are more depressed and anxious than they’ve ever been in our history? So if you’re blessed with a child who doesn’t struggle in these ways and who is thriving in high school, the key way for him or her to grow is not to take an extra AP class or spend an extra hour practicing his or her speech or swing. These children need to be the ones to jump in to help their peers who need a hand. This is hard to do, even for our best and brightest, our healthiest, our strongest, and our most confident teenagers. These potential leaders need your encouragement to look beyond themselves and focus some of their energy on helping others. This can come in really simple ways, like saying hello to that boy walking by himself, smiling at the new kid, or partnering up with the girl who is unsure in class. Or it can be something more
in depth, like becoming a mentor or tutor on campus, joining a club that promotes inclusiveness, striking up a conversation with someone who’s eating alone, or disengaging from conversations or situations that are negative, hurtful, or mean. Succeeding in high school is absolutely as much about becoming ourselves, finding our comfort zone, and fitting in as it is passing tests, writing essays, and getting grades. But for many kids, that doesn’t just seem difficult, it seems impossible. If your child is struggling emotionally or mentally, or just simply hasn’t hit his or her comfort zone yet, help him or her jump in. And if your student is already locked in, encourage him or her to jump in to help everyone else feel a bit more comfortable, confident, happy, and healthy. Ben Campopiano is a vice principal at Northgate High School in the Mt. Diablo Unified School District. Reach him at campopianob@mdusd.org.
SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES ALAMEDA MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF ALAMEDA OCTOBER 18, 2016 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1400 6th St. Open House for Montessori Elementary School 510-521-9227 http://www.montessorielementaryalameda.org BERKELEY THE ACADEMY OCTOBER 16, 2016 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2722 Benvenue Ave. Open House at The Academy. 510-549-0605 http://theacademyschool.org/ BAYHILL HIGH SCHOOL OCTOBER 8, 2016 @ 1:00 PM 1940 Virginia Street. Bayhill High School Open House. 510-984-0599 http://www.bayhillhs.org/ BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Parent Education Night NOVEMBER 8, 2016 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM 1809 Bancroft Way. 510-883-6990 http://www.berkwood.org/ BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Kindergarten Admissions Information Event NOVEMBER 5, 2016 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Grades 6-8 Admissions Information Event NOVEMBER 5, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM 2027 7th Street. 510-845-0876 http://blackpinecircle.org/ ECOLE BILINGUE DE BERKELEY Information Session OCTOBER 16, 2016 @ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 1009 Heinz Ave. 510-549-3895 http://www.eb.org/ GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SILICON VALLEY - BERKELEY CAMPUS Open House NOVEMBER 12, 2016 @ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 1581 Le Roy Avenue. 510-558-0436 http://www.gissv.org MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Open House OCTOBER 8, 2016 @ 10:00 AM 2727 College Ave. (510) 841-8489 http://www.maybeckhs.org
SHU REN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL K-8 CAMPUS Open House - IB and Mandarin OCTOBER 26, 2016 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 1333 University Ave. (510) 841-8899 http://shurenschool.org SHU REN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Open House - IB and Mandarin NOVEMBER 2, 2016 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 2125 Jefferson Ave. (510) 841-8899 http://shurenschool.org STEP ONE SCHOOL Transitional Kindergarten Open House NOVEMBER 5, 2016 @ 10:00 AM 499 Spruce St. 510-527-9021 http://steponeschool.org/ DANVILLE THE ATHENIAN SCHOOL Middle School Open House NOVEMBER 12, 2016 @ 1:00 PM Upper School Open House NOVEMBER 13, 2016 @ 1:00 PM 2100 Mount Diablo Scenic Boulevard. 925-362-7223 http://www.athenian.org/ EL CERRITO MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL K-8th Grade Open House OCTOBER 15, 2016 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 7075 Cutting Boulevard. 510-2368802 http://prospectsierra.org/ PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL Elementary School Information Day Grades K-4 NOVEMBER 13, 2016 @ 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM 2060 Tapscott Avenue. 510-236-5800 http://prospectsierra.org/ PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL Middle School Information Day Grades 5-8 NOVEMBER 6, 2016 @ 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM 960 Avis Dr. 510-236-5800 http://prospectsierra.org/ TEHIYAH DAY SCHOOL All School Open House and Think Tehiyah-A mini maker event NOVEMBER 6, 2016 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Bring a Friend to School Day at Tehiyah Day School! NOVEMBER 11, 2016 2603 Tassajara Avenue. 510-233-3013 x239 http://tehiyah.org/
MONTESSORI FAMILY SCHOOL - BERKELEY CAMPUS Preschool/Pre-K/K Open House and Curriculum Tour: Montessori Family School. OCTOBER 29, 2016 @ 9:00 AM 1850 Scenic Ave. (510) 236-8802 http://montessorifamily.com
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EMERYVILLE ESCUELA BILINGÜE INTERNACIONAL Parent Information Sessions OCTOBER 19, 2016 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 4550 San Pablo Ave. 510-653-3324 http://www.ebinternacional.org LAFAYETTE CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Check Us Out Day NOVEMBER 11, 2016 955 Risa Road. 925-284-8288 http://www.ccjds.org MORAGA THE SAKLAN SCHOOL Middle School Open House NOVEMBER 4, 2016 @ 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM 1678 School Street. 925-376-7900 http://saklan.org/ OAKLAND AURORA SCHOOL Family Day NOVEMBER 5, 2015 @ 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM 40 Dulwich Road. 510-428-2606 http://www. auroraschool.org MENTORING ACADEMY Information Session OCTOBER 15, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Information Session NOVEMBER 5, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 5951 College Avenue. Please RSVP to info@mentoringacademy.org. 510.400.7696 http://www.mentoringacademy.org/ OAKLAND HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Science Alive! Preschool Event NOVEMBER 1, 2016 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM 5500 Redwood Road. Please RSVP at plichterman@ohds.org or call (510) 531-8600 x12 http://www.ohds.org/ PARK DAY SCHOOL Lower School Open House OCTOBER 16, 2016 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Middle School Open House OCTOBER 16, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 360 42nd Street 510-653-0317 http://www.parkdayschool.org/ REDWOOD DAY SCHOOL Lower School Open House OCTOBER 22, 2016 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Middle School Open House OCTOBER 22, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 3245 Sheffield Avenue. 510-534-0800 http:// www.rdschool.org
ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Lower School K-5 Open House OCTOBER 15, 2016 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Middle School 6-8 Open House @ 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM 116 Montecito Ave. Please register 510-2859627 http://www.spes.org/ ST. THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kindergarten Information Night NOVEMBER 17, 2016 @ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Information Meeting for Grades 1-3 NOVEMBER 18, 2016 @ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM 4850 Clarewood Dr 510-457-1488 http://www.sttheresaschool.org THE RENAISSANCE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Pre Primary/Primary TOUR OCTOBER 13, 2016 @ 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM 3650 Dimond Avenue. 510-531-8566 http://therenaissanceschool.org/ ORINDA ORINDA ACADEMY Open House. OCTOBER 23, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 19 Altarinda Rd. 925.254.7553 http://www. orindaacademy.org/ PIEDMONT CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Open House. OCTOBER 4, 2016 @ 8:15 AM – 10:00 AM 1 Estates Drive. 510.530.4056 http://www. corpuschristischool.com/ RICHMOND SALESIAN COLLEGE PREPARATORY Open House OCTOBER 23, 2016 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 2851 Salesian Avenue. 510 234-4433 ext. 1416 http://www.salesian.com/ WALNUT CREEK BEREAN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL New Student Preview Day NOVEMBER 4, 2016 @ 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Open House NOVEMBER 5, 2016 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 245 El Divisadero Ave. 925-945-6464 http:// www.bereaneagles.org Parents’ Press welcomes news of public, independent, and charter school open houses, information nights, and tours as well as school fairs. Please submit at http://www.schoolsbayarea.com
By Haley Reen
Kids’ Culture It’s Pumpkin Time!
C
ome September 1, the first whispers of the most awesome holiday ever, Halloween, begin to build. By October 1, it goes from a din to a loud roar, with every store laden with orange and black, pound bags of candy, and multiple parking lots full of prepicked pumpkins on hay bales, surrounded by bounce houses. The parking lot pumpkin patch has become so ubiquitous that the kids may not even know about the real pumpkin patches: the ones their parents experienced in their youth, with hayrides and apple cider, corn mazes, and all manner of pumpkins well beyond the orange jack o’ lantern variety. These forgotten pumpkin patches serve up a variety of gourds in the forms of Turkish turbans, gooseneck gourds, fairytale pumpkins, birdhouse gourds, warty pumpkins, green pumpkins…all of the pumpkins! Families who like to get swept away in this fall pumpkin magic have options that are not of the parking lot sort. There may be a bit of a drive involved, but the memories and experiences will greatly outweigh the moments of picking up a grocery store pumpkin off an asphalt lot. For those who love pumpkins and adventures, the Bay Area delivers the following awesome real-deal pumpkin patches:
Clayton Valley Pumpkin Farm— Clayton
This little family-run farm has been in business for decades. They also sell holiday trees in winter. They offer all the pumpkins one could hope for, lots of other fall goodies, and awesome features for kids. There are farm animals to visit, a small train to ride, places for great photo ops, and for a small admission fee, a play area. The play area has some large plastic pools filled with dried lima beans that kids can flail around in. It sounds ridiculous, but it
is so much fun. A hay bale maze and some hay bale basketball hoops round out this family experience. Parking and admission to the patch is free; trains and the play area have fees. Clayton Valley Pumpkin Farm, 1060 Pine Ln., Clayton. 925-672-5198, www.cvpumpkinfarm.com
McClelland’s Dairy Pumpkin Patch—Petaluma
Beginning in the last weekend of September and running each weekend until Halloween, McClelland serves up some good pumpkin pickin’. Families can choose a pumpkin right off the vine, enjoy farm animals, watch cows be milked, and run through a haunted hay house. Other offerings include u-pick produce, farm-fresh eggs, and a food cart with lovely organic picnic fixins for sale. McClelland’s Dairy Pumpkin Patch, 6475 Bodega Ave., Petaluma. 707- 664-0452, www.mcclellandsdairy.com
The October Pumpkin Patch at Ardenwood Historic Farms—Fremont
This is a combo of monthlong fall activities at Ardenwood paired with the new tradition of parking lot pumpkin patches. Kids can visit farm animals and, on select dates, participate in many activities, such as a hay wagon ride around the farm, where the pumpkins are actually grown! There is also a huge hay bale tower to climb, and of course, every kind of pumpkin to buy. J.E. Perry Farms at Ardenwood, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont. 510-791-0340, www.ebparks.org, www.perryfarmsorganic.com
Lemos Farm—Half Moon Bay
If Half Moon Bay isn’t the pumpkin capital of the world, it should be. This village boasts the biggest pumpkin-related events in the bay each October. If the big festival isn’t in the cards, Lemos Farm delivers family fall fun all month long. Lemos Farm always has pony rides
and petting zoos, but in October, they also have a haunted train ride, and of course, all the pumpkins. This is a great spot for tots: nothing too scary and all family oriented. Lemos Farm, 12320 San Mateo Rd., Half Moon Bay. www.lemosfarm.com
Clancy’s Pumpkin Patch—San Francisco
Clancy’s is a San Francisco institution, and lo and behold, there is free parking. Tractor-pulled hay rides accompany the simple pumpkin and Indian corn offerings. Clancy isn’t fancy, but for a low-key family time, it can’t be beat. Clancy’s Pumpkin Patch, 1620 7th Ave., San Francisco. www.clancystrees.com
Cool Patch Pumpkins—Dixon
New visitors to Dixon will be amazed at the small-town agriculture just outside of Sacramento. Cruising down Highway 80, suddenly it could be Kan-
sas for all the cornfields as far as the eye can see. Once such cornfield is Cool Patch Pumpkins, which boasts the best mazes in the Bay Area. This trip is ideal for older kids and teens who might be too cool for a pumpkin patch with teeny Cushman choo-choo trains. There are pumpkin cannons, African grass and corn mazes, corn baths to flop in, and of course, pumpkins. Parking is free, and there is food and drink for sale as well. Cool Patch Pumpkins, 6585 Milk Farm Rd., Dixon. 530-746-8725, www.coolpatchpumpkins.com Hit the closest patch for a quick outing, or make a day of it and swing by one of the large farms just out of the epicenter of the Bay Area. Bring a camera and take photos of the kids on top of massive pumpkins and hay pyramids. It will be a family day for the scrapbook. Haley Reen is a Bay Area-based freelance writer. Contact editor@parentspress.com with comments.
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INTERNAL MEDICINE Maia H. Hightower MD Associated Intern Medcn Medical Grp 350 30th St Suite 320 Oakland • 510-465-6700 Nally L. Tsang MD Palo Alto Medical Foundation 3200 Kearney St Suite G1 Fremont • 510-490-1222 Deanna M. Ward MD Valley Care Medical Foundation 5725 W Las Positas Blvd Suite 110 Pleasanton • 925-416-6767
MENTAL HEALTH & CHILD DEVELOPMENT Eren Berkenkotter PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3431
EAST BAY GUIDE TO PEDIATRIC HEALTH Oakland • 510-428-3372 Marsha Treadwell PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3240 Seth Ubogy PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5220 Claremont Ave Oakland • 510-428-3226 Oscar Ureno PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 380 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Oakland • 510-428-3160
NEPHROLOGY Christina Lo, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Rm 5517 Oakland • 510-428-3335 Rose Ellen Morrell, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Rm 5517 Oakland • 510-428-3335
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ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE Jason Jagodzinski, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238 Lisa Lattanza, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238 Richard O’Donnell, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238 Nirav K. Pandya, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238 Melissa Rose MD Bayside Medical Pediatrics 1776 Ygnacio Valley Rd Suite 100 Walnut Creek • 925-933-4383 Coleen Sabatini, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Nicolle Napier-Ionascu PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3319
Daniel C. Birnbaum MD 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3570
James Shively, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Eric Freitag PsyD, FACPN, QME UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Candida (Candy) Brown MD Diablo Valley Child Neurology 400 Taylor Blvd Ste. 306 Pleasant Hill • 925-691-9688
Peter Slabaugh, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Valerie Bellas PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3000
Candida Brown MD Diablo Valley Child Medical Grp 400 Taylor Blvd Pleasant Hill • 925-691-9688
Rossanna Wustrack, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Audrey Bethke PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5400 Telegraph Ave. Oakland • 510-428-3387
Marisa Gardner MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-450-5656
Erica Buhrmann MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5220 Claremont Ave. Oakland • 510-428-3226
Rachel Kuperman MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3590
LuAnn DeVoss PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5220 Claremont Ave. Oakland • 510-428-3226
Katharine Meddles, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3590
Christina Dughman PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3240
Ali Mostajelean, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3590
Dina Hankin PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 638 3rd Street Oakland • 510-428-3407
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Dylan Chan, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3233 David Conrad, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3233 Richard Kerbavaz MD East Bay Head And Neck Surgery Medical Group 2316 Dwight Way Berkeley • 510-845-4500 William B Lewis MD Summit Ent Medical Associates 2961 Summit St. Oakland • 510-465-0941
Daniel Brinton, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5275 Claremont Avenue Oakland • 510-428-3050
Anna G Meyer, MD, FACS, FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3233
Vance Hitchner PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5220 Claremont Ave. Oakland • 510-428-3226
K.Camille DiMiceli, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5275 Claremont Ave Oakland • 510-428-3050
Glenda Montague MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3233
Barbara Ivins PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3372
Kasra Eliasieh, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5275 Claremont Ave Oakland • 510-428-3050
Michael Murrary, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3233
Marguerite Wright EDD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3237
Selim Koseoglu, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5275 Claremont Ave Oakland • 510-428-3050
Garani Nadaraja, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3233
Kristin Moore PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 380 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Oakland • 510-428-3160
Rona Silkiss, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Kristina Rosbe, MD,FACS,FAAP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street 5th Floor Oakland • 510-428-3233
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Dale Amanda Tylor MD Washington Township Medical Foundation 2557 Mowry Ave Ste. 30 Fremont • 510-793-2880
Sandra Murcia PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3768
Scott A Hoffinger MD Lucile Packard Children’s Surgical Specialties Clinic 3010 Colby St Ste. 118 Berkeley • 650-723-5243
Kathryn Orfirer PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5400 Telegraph Ave. Oakland • 510-428-3387
Lionel Metz MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3344
Robert Blount MD, MAS UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305
Mary Jayne Sims, PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5220 Claremont Ave Oakland • 510-428-3226
Sigurd Berven MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Gwynne Church MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305
Shawniese Tilmon , PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 5220 Claremont Ave Oakland • 510-428-3226
Shane Burch MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3238
Lourdes DelRosso MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305
Erica Torres PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street
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Kensho Iwanaga MD, MS UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305 Ngoc Ly MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305 Meghan McGarry MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3305 Dennis Nielson MD, PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3410
REHABILITATION MEDICINE Christine Aguilar, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3655 Adam Bartlett MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3655 Robert Haining MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3655 John Luce DO UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3655 Mai Ngo, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street 2nd Floor Oakland • 510-428-3655
OTOLARYNGOLOGY (ENT)
Mary Claire Heffron , PhD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 747 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3302
Camile Moreno PsyD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 380 Martin Luther King Jr. Way Oakland • 510-428-3160
Oakland • 510-428-3305
PULMONOLOGY
Elizabeth Gibb MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street
RHEUMATOLOGY Nicole Ling, MD MAS UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland • 744 52nd St St 210 Oakland • 510-428-3502 Geraldina Lionetti, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland • 744 52nd St Ste 210 Oakland • 510-428-3502
SPEECH & LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Julie Droker MS, CCC-SLP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 2303 Camino Ramon, Suite 175 San Ramon • 925-979-3470 Donna Minkler MA, CCC-SLP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 2401 Shadelands Drive Walnut Creek • 925-979-3446 Stephanie Osborne MA, CCC-SLP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 2401 Shadelands Drive Walnut Creek • 925-979-3446 Sara Toogood MS, CCC-SLP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 2401 Shadelands Drive Walnut Creek • 925-979-3446 Maria Villacis MS, CCC-SLP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 2401 Shadelands Drive Walnut Creek • 925-979-3446 Robin Violette MS, CCC-SLP UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3558
UROLOGY Laurence Baskin, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland • 744 52nd Street 4th Floor Suite 4100 Oakland • 510-428-3402 Sisir Botta, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland • 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3402 Hillary Copp, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland • 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3402 Michael J Disandro, MD UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland • 744 52nd Street Oakland • 510-428-3402
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Art, Jazz, and Wine Festival — Pleasant Hill
Come to Playland-Not-At-The-Beach Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! Its sure to be spooky. Stay and enjoy magic shows, unlimited arcade games, and win tickets to exchange for prizes.
All weekend long enjoy free live music, and an expanded kids area. Food, beer and wine will be available for purchase. There will be more than 70 arts and crafts vendors. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Pleasant Hill, 60 Crescent Dr., Pleasant Hill. 925-687-0700, www.pleasanthillchamber.com
Hoes Down Festival — Guinda This Harvest Festival, held at Full Belly Farm, is voted the best children’s area in the state. There will be nature walks, arts and crafts, petting zoo, hay rides and fun contests for kids. Food, farmers market, and dancing for the grown-ups. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. $20 for adults online, $25 at gate, $5 for kids. Full Belly Farm, 16090 Country Road 43, Guinda. 530796-2214, www.fullbellyfarm.com
10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15/general admission, $10/youth and seniors. Playland-NotAt-The-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org
Square’s delicious waterfront restaurants before Soundwaves to make a day of the event.
Twistyman balloon creations and magicians. Each family that donates a cake, cookies, or pie will get in free!
All day. Free. All ages. Jack London Square, 70 Washington St., Oakland. 510-645-9292, www.jacklondonsquare. com
11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5 per person, under 4 free. Harding Park and Clubhouse, 7115 C St., El Cerrito. 510-812-2263, www. el-cerritto.org
Tarantula Hikes — Mt. Diablo
Foods of Americas: Family Day— Berkeley
Lindsay Wildlife Museum will host and lead this hike up Mt. Diablo where hikers will get to see actual real live native tarantulas living on the mountain. This is a 2 mile hike, and repeats on 10/11, 10/18 and 10/25. Preregistration is required.
2 | Sunday Soundwaves at Jack London Square — Oakland bring a blanket or lawn chair for this festive afternoon of fabulous music including high-energy blues and bluegrass from Dirty Cello; Afro-Latin funk from Sang Matiz; and jazz hip hop funk from Kev Choice. Musicgoers are invited to shop the farmer’s market and grab a late lunch at one of Jack London
4-6:30 p.m. $10 for members, $15 nonmembers. Ages 6 and up with parents. Lindsey Wildlife Museum, 1931 1st. Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-935-1978, www. wildlife-museum.org
Harding Carnival and Pumpkin Patch — El Cerrito This great event returns with carnival games, puppets shows, live bands,
Join us for a fun-filled day during our Foods of the Americas Exhibit. There will be entertainment for all: crafts, docent explainers, corn husk dolls, food tastings, and demos. 11 a.m. -3 p.m. Free with admission $10 for adults, $5 ages 13-17, $2 ages 5-12, under 5 are free. All ages. UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510-642-5045, www. botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu
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“The arts aren’t just important because they improve math scores. They’re important because they speak to parts of a child’s being which are otherwise untouched.” — Sir Ken Robinson
A SCHOOL OF THOUGHT FOR OVER 40 YEARS
2027 7th Street, Berkeley |510-845-0876 |www.blackpinecircle.org
November 12th 10am
2727 College Avenue www.maybeckhs.org
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Cream, Powell’s Sweet Shoppe, and Dryers Ice Cream Parlor. This tour is a walking tour lasting approximately one hour, and occurs every Saturday and Sunday through October. Please book a reservation online. This is the last date for the year!
some down home country fun. Harvest the Indian corn and popcorn and help fill our corncribs. Take home a share of our colorful corn for your holiday table. Enjoy magic shows, cider pressing, old-time music and crafts. 10:30 a.m-3 p.m. Free. All Ages. Ardenwood HIstoric Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org
3 -4 p.m. $15 for adults, $7.50 for kids 12 and under. All ages. Rockridge District, Oakland. 510-604-6546, www.rockridgefoodtour.com
Shades of Autumn Tea and Luncheon — Oakley
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Join the Squirettes of St. Anthony, an organization for young girls learning about philanthropy, for a fundraiser tea and luncheon. There will be a raffle with great prizes.
Baby Brigade — Oakland Finally a theater where baby’s crying is allowed. Baby Brigade shows are recommended for babies one and under. Movies are usually rated PG 13 or R and over 4 will be charged admission. Both bathrooms and theaters are equipped with changing tables. Lights are only dimmed so parents can move around with baby as needed. Check website for showings and showtimes.
11 a.m.-2 p.m. $15 per person. All ages. St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 971 O’Hara Ave., Oakley. 925-437-8425, stadesfarmandmarket.com
El Cerrito Free Folk Festival - El Cerrito
6:30 p.m. most Mondays, and midday showings on Saturdays. $8 per parent. The New Parkway, 474 24th St., Oakland. 510-658-7900, www.the new parkway.com
Join us to listen, learn, play and enjoy live music in our community. This exciting event features performances and workshops from world renowned and local musicians alike, with open microphone and jam sessions.
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Noon -9 p.m. Free. All ages. El Cerrito High School 540 Ashbury Ave. El Cerrito www.elcerritofolkfest.org/
Children’s Yoga— Berkeley
Superheroes and Supervillains — El Cerrito
Join Prana for tiny yoga with tiny yogis. This is an ongoing class that meets each Tuesday. Drop in or sign up for a block of classes. 4 p.m.-5 p.m. $9 per student. Ages 3-5. Prana Yoga Center, 1723 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. 510-655-3664, www. yogalayam.org
5 | Wednesday First Wednesdays — Walnut Creek Juggling Unicyclists, balloon animal artists, and face painters extraordinaire will delight little ones while the grown-ups enjoy food, beer, wine and live music. First Wednesday of each month. 5-8 p.m. Free. All ages. Cypress St., between N. Main and Locust, Walnut Creek. www.walnutcreekdowntown. com
Off the Grid Food Trucks — El Cerrito Bring the family, a picnic blanket, and an appetite for adventure. Sample treats from CupCakes, Curryup Now, Fiveten Burger, KoJa Kitchen, Slider Truck and Gyro Stop. This is a fun community event with some music and lots of great food. This event runs every Wednesday night.
It is a super weekend at Playland-NotAt-The-Beach Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! Stay and enjoy magic shows, unlimited arcade games, and win tickets to exchange for prizes.
Boo at the Oakland Zoo
Temescal Alley First Friday Block Party — Oakland Every first Friday of the month join the block party with live music, shops open late, monthly art exhibits and more. 6 -9 p.m. Free. All ages. Temescal Alley, 49th St. at Telegraph and Clarke, Oakland. www.temescalalleys.com
Bites Off Broadway — Oakland The food truck revolution is here to stay, so bring the family down and enjoy an evening of delicious meals and treats in a low key, family setting. Bring picnic blankets, enjoy live music and lawn games with gourmet food. This event runs every Friday. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free admission, food prices vary. All ages. 365 45th St., Oakland. 510-654-6346, www.bitesoffbroadway.com
Open Studio Time — Oakland MOCHA hosts this drop-in art and
5-8 p.m. Free admission, food prices as marked. All ages. San Pablo at Carlson, El Cerrito, www.offthegridsf.com
6 | Thursday 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, 745 Page St., Berkeley. 510-528-1360, www.brushstrokestudio.com
7 | Friday Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid for DJs, live bands, dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. There will be a family Drop-in activity related to one of the exhibits. This event repeats each Friday night. 5-9 p.m. Members and ages 18 and under free, $7.50 for adults. Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www.museumca.org
Mini Maker Faire
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creativity time for young children to explore art materials they may not have at home. This activity repeats weekly. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $7 per person. Ages 18 mo.-6 years. Museum Of Children’s Art, 1625 Clay St., Oakland. 510-465-8770, www.mocha.org
Movies In The Park: “Men in Black”- Oakland Families bring a dinner picnic and some cozy blankets or chairs and enjoy a free showing of the family film. 7 p.m. Free. All ages. Redwood Heights Recreation Center, 3883 Aliso Ave., Oakland. 510-482-7827, www2.oakland.net
8 | Saturday Harvest Festival EBRP — Fremont Its harvest time on the farm! Bring your family and join your friends for
10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15 general admission, $10 youth and seniors. Playland-NotAt-The-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org
Coffee and Crafts Reuse Lab— Berkeley 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 tee-shirt printing, Clay Knee Pots, Printing Press, more! Small chairs and big chairs, all artists welcome. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $10 per person, $20 per family. Ages 2 and up. Sticky Art Lab, 1682 University Ave., Berkeley. 510-9811148, www.stickyartlab.com
9 | Sunday Tarantula Hikes — Mt. Diablo Lindsay Wildlife Museum will host and lead this hike up Mt. Diablo where hikers will get to see actual real live
native tarantulas living on the mountain. This is a 2 mile hike, and repeats on 10/11, 10/18 and 10/25. Preregistration is required. 4-6:30 p.m. $10 for members, $15 nonmembers. Ages 6 and up with parents. Lindsey Wildlife Museum, 1931 1st. Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-935-1978, www. wildlife-museum.org
Antiques & Collectables Faire — Pleasanton With all these dealers filling up Main Street in downtown Pleasanton, in addition to the many fine restaurants and business establishments located here and open the day of the show, this event promises to be an Antique and Collectible lovers dream come true. 8 am -4 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Pleasanton Main St., 925-484-2199, www.pleasantondowntown.net
Rockridge Out & About — Oakland Enjoy live Jazz, Blues, Rock, Funk and more on multiple stages. Foodies will love Market Hall’s annual Picnic in the Street plus an array of delectable eats from area restaurants and vendors. Also, Kinetic Arts Circus stage, scores of artisans, wellness activities, and tons of fun for all ages.
Dance Center, 2704 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. 510-654-5921, www.shawlanderson.org
Toddler Time — Fremont Bring the tiny tots out for an exciting morning at the farm. Each day we’ll meet and learn all about a new animal friend through stories, chores and fun. We’ll meet rain or shine! (1-4 yrs.) 10:30 a.m-3 p.m. Free. Ages14. Ardenwood HIstoric Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org
13 | Thursday Creative Writing Group for Kids — Oakland This creative writing group for kids aged 8-14 meets on the second Thurs-
day of each month. Presented by Take My Word For It, an Oakland-based program that engages kids’ imaginations and helps them grow as writers. Ages 8-14 3:30 -4:30 p.m. Oakland Public Library, Dimond Branch, 3565 Fruitvale Ave. Oakland. 510-482-7844, www.okalandlibrary.org
Autumn Lights Festival — Oakland Immerse yourself in acres of lush gardens illuminated with mesmerizing, larger-than-life art and lighting installations created by Bay Area artists. Join us for our 5th Anniversary Autumn Lights Festival beautifully situated in the gardens at the shores of Oakland’s shimmering Lake Merritt. The festive evenings blend live music, art, fire dancers, food and libations
to make one unforgettable experience. This popular annual fundraiser for the Friends of the Gardens at Lake Merritt is easy to get to and fun for all ages. 6 -11 p.m. $20 adv, $25 at the door, youth $7 adv or $10 at the door, under 5 free The Gardens at Lake Merritt, Lakeside Park Garden Center 666 Bellevue Ave, Oaklandwww.GardensatLakeMerritt.org
14 | Friday Movies In The Park: “Goosebumps”- Oakland Families bring a dinner picnic and some cozy blankets or chairs and enjoy a free showing of the family film. 7 p.m. Free. All ages. Redwood Heights Recreation Center, 3883 Aliso Ave., Oakland. 510-482-7827, www2.oakland.net
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12 - 6 p.m. Free. All ages. College Avenue, 5655 College Ave Oakland www. rockridgeoutandabout.com
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10 | Monday Drop-in Open Play —Alameda Run, jump, bounce, dance, play, and more in any sort of weather in this indoor play space for the littlest of littles. Each Monday and Friday. 12 -2 p.m. $5 per child. Ages 6mo.2years. Terra Tech Fitness, 2203 Mariner Square Loop, Alameda. www. terratechfitness.com
Munchkin Mondays — Concord Energetic toddlers can jump for one hour or longer. Sky High Sports features dozens of large trampolines for hours of indoor bouncing fun. For kids walking up to 6 years. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $6 per child, per hour. Not valid on holidays. Sky High Sports, 1631 Challenge Dr., Concord. 925-682-5867, www.con.jumpskyhigh.com
11 | Tuesday Urbanplay Family Bootcamp— Berkeley Gather your family to get fit with Urbanplay’s Family Bootcamp! Join us to look, feel and be your BEST. Led by certified fitness trainers, you and your family will participate in FUN games, exercises, and activities to move, learn, and improve your fitness and health. All levels welcome. Kids must be a minimum of 6 years of age and accompanied by a parent.
The Renaissance International School
6 -7 p.m. Free Ages 6 plus. Sports Basement 2727 Milvia Street Berkeley, 408892-2827, info@urbanplayfitness.org
12 | Wednesday Splish, Splash — Oakland Theatre for the Very Young is coming to Fairyland! Our new interactive theater experience, a collaboration with Bay Area Children’s Theatre, invites babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to explore the wonders of water, from bath time to ocean voyages. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 general admission. All ages. Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland. 510-452-2259, www.fairyland.org
Dance With Me — Berkeley Shawl-Anderson Dance Center Dance with Me class is for walkers through age 4 and their caretakers. Children and adults will dance, sing, play movement games and enjoy props for this fun-filled 45 minute class. This class repeats every Wednesday.
A Unique
Middle School Experience Tri-lingual Immersion . Music . Fine Arts . Academics Age 2yrs ~ Middle lic# 010214382 www.therenaissanceschool.org/parentspress.php Piedmont Campus: 5201 Park Blvd. • Oakland Campus: 3650 Dimond Ave.
To schedule a tour: 510.531.8566 or info@therenaissanceschool.org
9-9:45 a.m. $16 per child. Ages walking to 4 years. Shawl-Anderson
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Free Friday — Walnut Creek Every third Friday of each month at Lindsay Wildlife Museum is free to all. All ages will get a chance to get up close to the exhibits and activities at no cost. 10 a.m-5 p.m. Free. All ages. Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-935-1978, www.lindsaywildlife.org
SCIENCE ALIVE!
Preschool Event November 1 Tuesday @ 2:30PM
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December 5 Monday @ 3:00pm
RSVP to the admissions office at plichterman@ohds.org or call 510-531-8600
Adults over 21 will enjoy microbrew sampling, a biergarten, crafts and food. Live bands Livewire, Lumberyard and Neon Velvet The Kids Zone features rides and a pumpkin patch. Free admission but food and drink not included. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Walnut Creek, Civic Dr., and Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek. 415-383-3470, www.walnutcreekdowntown.com
2nd Annual Ashland/Cherryland FamFest— San Lorenzo The 2nd Annual Ashland/Cherryland FamFest will consist of a 5k run/walk/ roll, performances from various local groups, music, food vendors, activities for the entire family and resource tables.
Bridge K-8 Diverse Bay Area Community Hebrew Immersion Sports program High School Prep
9 a.m., Run, Walk Roll, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 16278 Ashland, San Lorenzo, www. acfamfest.org
Library Fall Sale, Montclair Branch — Oakland A large assortment of fiction and nonfiction books, as well as audio/visual media, will be for sale at the Montclair Branch Library Fall Sale on Saturday, October 15th from 10:30-3 pm. There will also be a great variety of children’s books, from pre-school to young adult. 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. Branch Library 1687 Mountain Blvd, Oakland.
Annual Dias De Los Muertos (Days of the Dead)— Oakland
Wizards and Witches — El Cerrito Come to Playland-Not-At-The-Beach Friday, Saturday and Sunday. See some magic spells, stay for unlimited arcade games, and win tickets to exchange for prizes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15 general admission, $10 youth and seniors. Playland-NotAt-The-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org
16 | Sunday 22nd Annual Dias De Los Muertos (Days of the Dead)— Oakland Join OMCA featuring Varied Performances Ranging From Contemporary Latino Hip Hop to Traditional Folkloric Dance, Mesoamerican Cooking Demonstrations, Community-Created Altars, and More 12 -4:30 p.m. Members and ages 8 and under free, $15.95 / adults, $10.95 for students/seniors/youth, $6.95 ages 9-17 Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www. museumca.org
Niles Canyon Railway — Sunol
BERKWOOD HEDGE SCHOOL Culitvating Creativity and Intellectual Curiosity Now Accepting Applications Limited Space Available for 2016-2017 For more information or to schedule a tour, visit us at www.berkwood.org
KINDERGARTEN – 8TH GRADE October 22 Open Houses Lower School (K–5) from 9:30–11:30 a.m. Middle School (6–8) from 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Known as the railway museum where the exhibits come to life, the Pacific Locomotive Association, Inc. operates the Niles Canyon Railway as a living history museum interpreting the importance of our heritage railroads in the development of California and the nation. Their mission is to develop and operate a working railroad museum for the benefit of the general public .The Pacific Locomotive Association also has railroad artifacts on display and interpretive educational exhibits at the Sunol Depot. Families can enjoy rides through the scenic east bay on a historical train. Repeats on the first and third Sunday of each month. Diesel train departs Sunol Depot 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30pm. Free under 3. $7 ages 3-12, $10 Seniors, $12 ages 13-adult. All ages. Niles Canyon Railway, 6 Kilkare Rd. Sunol. 510-996-8420, www. ncry.org
GROW INTO GREAT
Ice Cream Tours— Rockridge Rockridge Food Tours is celebrating one year of food tours with a new Ice Cream tour, featuring tastings at Cream, Powell’s Sweet Shoppe, and Dryers Ice Cream Parlor. This tour is a walking tour lasting approximately one hour, and occurs every Saturday and Sunday through October. Please book a reservation online. This is the last date for the year! 3 -4 p.m. $15 for adults, $7.50 for kids 12 and under. All ages. Rockridge District, Oakland. 510-604-6546, www.rockridgefoodtour.com
Eats, Beats, and Brews Block Party — Berkeley Downtown Berkeley comes alive on Sundays with this fun, family friendly block party with a beer garden, food from around the world, live music and art. BART into downtown and have a fun time. Every third Sunday of each month this summer! 12-6 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza, Shattuck at
Center St. www.anotherbullwinkelshow.com
17 | Monday Baby Brigade — Oakland Finally a theater where baby’s crying is allowed. Baby Brigade shows are recommended for babies one and under. Movies are usually rated PG 13 or R and over 4 will be charged admission. Both bathrooms and theaters are equipped with changing tables. Lights are only dimmed so parents can move around with baby as needed. Check website for showings and showtimes. 6:30 p.m. most Mondays, and midday showings on Saturdays. $8 per parent. The New Parkway, 474 24th St., Oakland. 510-658-7900, www.the new parkway.com
18 | Tuesday Children’s Yoga — Berkeley Join Prana for tiny yoga with tiny yogis. This is an ongoing class that meets each Tuesday. Drop in or sign up for a block of classes. 4 p.m.-5 p.m. $9 per student. Ages 3-5. Prana Yoga Center, 1723 Alcatraz Ave., Berkeley. 510-655-3664, www.yogalayam.org
19 | Wednesday 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. Ages 1-3. Temple Beth Abraham Social Hall, 327 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. 510-8320936, www.tbaoakland.org
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Open Bounce Family Night — Martinez Family night at Bouncefarm means two
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Oktoberfest — Walnut Creek
PRESCHOOL OPEN ART STUDIO
kids and two adults can spend $30 and get two hours of bouncing and a pizza! Reservations are suggested. There is a separate area for small toddlers. Bouncefarm also hosts several open bounce times throughout the week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Socks required! 3-7 p.m. $30 for pizza and bounce for 4. $10 each child for 2-hour bounce only. All ages. Bouncefarm, 280 Arthur Rd., Ste. A, Martinez. 925-228-2028
Third Thursday Piedmont Stroll — Piedmont Bring the family and enjoy supporting local artists, independent businesses, all within the Piedmont Avenue community. Stores and restaurants also participate. Featuring art, music, and more! 6-9 p.m. Free admission. All ages. Piedmont Ave., Piedmont. www.piedmontavestroll.org
for hands-on learning and making, all included in the entry price.
for an evening of science and art activities — family fun for all ages. Northern California Bats will bring live bats to see! Listen to not-so-scary Halloween tales. Learn about echolocation. Make bat origami or make shadow puppets swoop on the walls. And more! Come in costume if you like. Drop in anytime and explore!–NorCal Bats at 6:30 and 7:10, –Not-so-scary Halloween Story Time at 6:10 and 6:50
10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15-$20 Park Day School, 360 42nd St. Oakland, 510-653-0317
24 | Monday Mini-Mondays Nighttime Nature — Walnut Creek Little kids can learn all about the animals that only come out after dark. Caregivers must accompany children. A nut-free snack is served.
6 - 7:30 p.m. Free. Berkeley Public Library (Central Library) 2090 Kittredge St Berkeley, 510 981-6223
10 a.m.-12 p.m. $10 members, $20 nonmembers, $6 additional siblings age 2+. Ages 2-5. Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-9351978, www.lindsaywildlife.org
25 | Tuesday Butterfly Walk — Berkeley
Halloween Bat Festival — Berkeley
Join Sally Levinson, docent and resident “caterpillar lady” as she takes
Learn about breathtaking bats! Join us
guests on a walk around the grounds of the UC Botanical garden to see all the butterfly hot-spots. 3-4 p.m. $10 for adults, $5 ages 13-17, $2 ages 5-12, under 5 are free. All ages. UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. 510-642-5045, www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu
Urbanplay Family Bootcamp— Berkeley Gather your family to get fit with Urbanplay’s Family Bootcamp! Join us to look, feel and be your BEST. Led by certified fitness trainers, you and your family will participate in FUN games, exercises, and activities to move, learn, and improve your fitness and health. All levels welcome. Kids must be a minimum of 6 years of age and accompanied by a parent. 6 -7 p.m. Free Ages 6 plus. Sports Base-
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Moms Night Out — Berkeley Each third Thursday of the month, Brushstrokes studio offers extended hours perfect for parents to have a little “me time” and a creative outlet. This is ideal for a book club, or parenting support group to meet at enjoy. Please make a reservation. 8 -10 p.m. $15-40. Adults. Brushstrokes Studio Inc., 745 Page St., Berkeley. 510528-1360, www.brushstrokesstudio. com
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Kids Night Out — Berkeley Brushstrokes studio invites busy parents to drop off their kids for paint and pizza while they go enjoy a date night. The $30 fee includes a meal and drink as well as a $16 piece of pottery to paint and take home. Call and reserve a spot. 6-8:30p.m. $30 per child. School age children. Brushstrokes Studio Inc., 745 Page St., Berkeley. 510-528-1360, www. brushstrokesstudio.com
Free Friday — Walnut Creek Every third Friday of each month at Lindsay Wildlife Museum is free to all. All ages will get a chance to get up close to the exhibits and activities at no cost. 10 a.m-5 p.m. Free. All ages. Lindsay Wildlife Experience, 1931 First Ave., Walnut Creek. 925-935-1978, www.lindsaywildlife.org
22 | Saturday ZooKids - Dens, Domiciles & Dwellings — Oakland Would you like to sleep in the trees? Or maybe a nice warm pond? Learn about where animals live and how they interact with their environments. ZooKids is a series of weekend classes for children ages 4-5. Each class includes touring part of the zoo, making a craft, meeting small animals up-close, and a snack. ZooKids is a great way for our younger visitors to connect with wildlife.. 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. p.m. Admission $23. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Rd. Oakland 510-632-9525, www.oaklandzoo. org
Pirate Weekend — El Cerrito Come to Playland-Not-At-The-Beach Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Be on the lookout for booty! Stay and enjoy magic shows, unlimited arcade games, and win tickets to exchange for prizes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15 general admission, $10 youth and seniors. Playland-NotAt-The-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org
23 | Sunday East Bay Mini Maker Faire — Oakland
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meet and learn all about a new animal friend through stories, chores and fun. We’ll meet rain or shine! (1-4 yrs.)
Free Meals For Kids — Oakland Children’s Empowerment sponsors this free meal program. Anyone under 18 will receive free meals, no questions asked. Supplies are limited and first come, first serve. Many branches of the Oakland Public Library offer this program several days a week, most afternoons. Check the nearest library for the time and dates. 4 p.m. Free. 18 and under. Eastmont Library, 7200 Bancroft, Ste. 211, Oakland. 510-615-5725, www.oaklandlibrary.org
26 | Wednesday Toddler Time — Fremont Bring the tiny tots out for an exciting morning at the farm. Each day we’ll
10:30 a.m-3 p.m. Free. Ages14. Ardenwood HIstoric Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org
27 | Thursday Howl-ooo-ween! Trick or Treat with the Animals - Walnut Creek Trick or treat with the animals at Lindsay Wildlife Experience’s most popular event for miniature ghosts and goblins and their families: Howl-oooween! Come in costume and try and master our “Ookey-Spooky” obstacle course, then meet some creepy crawly friends and not-so-scary animals. Every child will receive their very own
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Children for 2017-16 school year Schedule your visit email: mjohnson@eb.org Call 510-549-3867 or visit www.eb.org
Lindsay Wildlife Howl-ooo-ween trickor-treat bag. From spooky story time and face-painting to making crafts, there are plenty of activities for the whole family. 5:30 - 8 p.m. $12 per person, 2 and under free. Lindsay Wildlife Experience 1931 First Ave, Walnut Creek lindsaywildlife.org
28 | Friday Parent’s Night Out- Berkeley Drop off the kids for play and fun while parents enjoy a movie or dinner out. Pizza for dinner included. Space limited, so call to make a reservation. Ages 2-7 5:30-9:30 p.m. $39/child, $29/ siblings. Habitot Children’s Museum, 2065 Kittredge St., Berkeley. 510- 647-1111, www.habitot.org
Halloween — Fremont Come out to the farm for an evening of Halloween fun! Climb aboard the farm?s train for an evening ride through fields and woods. Join the Halloween goblins and have a hauntingly good time! This slightly frightful evening is designed for families with children 12 years of age and under. 7 p.m $7 adults, $5 children. Families with kids 12 and under. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont. 510-544-2792 www.ebparks. org
Friday Nights @ Oakland Museum of California — Oakland Join OMCA and Off the Grid for DJs, live bands, dancing, gourmet food trucks, and more. There will be a family Drop-in activity related to one of the exhibits. This event repeats each Friday night. 5-9 p.m. Members and ages 18 and under free, $7.50 for adults. Oakland Museum of California, 50 10th St., Oakland. 510-318-8400, www.museumca.org
29 | Saturday Jack O’ Lantern Jamboree — Oakland Our annual fun fest includes parades, goody bags, arts and crafts, two jumpers (one for little kids, one for bigger kids), pirate school, and shows by our Children’s Theatre and Storybook Puppet Theater. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 general admission. All ages. Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland. 510-452-2259, www.fairyland.org
Spooky Storytime at the Piedmont Avenue Halloween Celebration — Piedmont Join us near the beginning of the parade at 10am for a slightly spooky storytime, appropriate for toddlers. Location TBA - please stay tuned! After storytime, families are invited to join the festivities and march in the Piedmont Avenue Halloween Parade. The parade begins at 11am. At the end of the parade, please join us in front of Piedmont Avenue Elementary School for Halloween crafts and candy. 10 a.m. Free. All ages. Piedmont Branch, 80 Echo Ave., Oakland. 510-597-5011. www.oaklandlibrary.org
Spooktacular Halloween Party — Berkeley Kids Gym Berkeley hosts this great Halloween party for children on the ASD spectrum, and their families. There will be games, prizes, arts, crafts, food, pumpkin decorating, face paint, and healthy treats. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $15 per child, $12 for siblings. All ages. Kids Gym, 2920 Seventh St., Berkeley. 510-845-9787
Halloween Scavenger Hunt — Pleasanton Calling all little ghouls, witches, princesses and super heroes to downtown Pleasanton. Children 10 years old and younger are invited to come in costume and pick up instructions, a Halloween bag and their first clue from the starting location outside of the Museum on Main at 603 Main Street. 10 am -12 p.m. Free. All ages. Downtown Pleasanton Main St., 925-484-2199, www. pleasantondowntown.net
Halloween Costume Weekend — El Cerrito Come to Playland-Not-At-The-Beach Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Be sure to come in costume! Stay and enjoy magic shows, unlimited arcade games, and win tickets to exchange for prizes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15/general admission, $10/youth and seniors. Playland-NotAt-The-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org
30 | Sunday Halloween — Fremont Come out to the farm for an evening of Halloween fun! Climb aboard the farm?s train for an evening ride through fields and woods. Join
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Spanish, Art, Music and P.E. Multimedia Computer Lab • Event Center/Gym Science Lab • Music Room Applications available at Information Meeting Small Group Tours beginning November 28
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Please call for a tour or more information the Halloween goblins and have a hauntingly good time! This slightly frightful evening is designed for families with children 12 years of age and under. 7 p.m $7 adults, $5 children. Families with kids 12 and under. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Fremont. 510-544-2792 www.ebparks. org
Halloween Costume Weekend — El Cerrito Come to Playland-Not-At-The-Beach
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Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Be sure to come in costume! Stay and enjoy magic shows, unlimited arcade games, and win tickets to exchange for prizes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15 general admission, $10 youth and seniors. Playland-NotAt-The-Beach, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. 510-592-3002, www.playlandnot-at-the-beach.org
31 | Monday— Halloween!
Saint Theresa School
4850 Clarewood Drive • Oakland 510-547-3146
Berkeley Trick-or-treat at local participating businesses all up and down Solano Avenue, then meet back at the Albany YMCA for a costume contest at 5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. Free. All ages. Albany YMCA, 921 Kains Ave., Albany. 510-527-5358, www. solanoavenueassn.org
Baby Brigade — Oakland Finally a theater where baby’s crying is allowed. Baby Brigade shows are recommended for babies one and
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under. Movies are usually rated PG 13 or R and over 4 will be charged admission. Both bathrooms and theaters are equipped with changing tables. Lights are only dimmed so parents can move around with baby as needed. Check website for showings and showtimes. 6:30 p.m. most Mondays, and midday showings on Saturdays. $8 per parent. The New Parkway, 474 24th St., Oakland. 510-658-7900, www.the new parkway.com
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CLASSIFIEDS ➤ CLASSES/LESSONS MUSIC Best Violin lessons Professional concert violinist. Experienced and enthusiastic. All levels. North Berkeley studio. Call Donna at (510) 524-5203. $10 introductory lesson. Piano and Flute lessons Highly professional, experienced teacher. All ages welcome. Libushe Moskowitz, (510) 235-5860 in El Cerrito. Piano Lessons in Berkeley Patient, experienced teacher. I have successfully prepared students of all ages, beginners to intermediate-advanced. Alexandra Yurkovsky, MA (510) 849-2613 $10 introductory lesson.
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FUR, SCALES AND TAILS ANIMAL SHOWS For your party, school, camp or daycare. Over 15 different animals in every show. Fun for children of all ages. Call Tracy the Animal Show Guy at: 510-823-3923. www. furscalesandtails.com Please check out our great Yelp reviews.
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The Puppet Company Creates “Fantasies in Miniature” at your child’s party. Classics, Fables, fun for audiences of all ages! Professional puppeteer, 40 years of entertainment experience. 510-569-3144. www.puppetcompany.com
Impeccable Interiors House Cleaning Cleaning homes & offices in Contra Costa & Alameda Counties for over 20 years. One-time, weekly/bi-weekly, monthly. Licensed & insured. Visa/MC. (510)521-9600, 925-736-9600. www.impeccableinteriors.com
All-Star Showgrams Rated four stars in “Babies by the Bay.” Princesses, superheroes, pirates, train conductors, cowboys, Elsa, Mary Poppins, Mother Goose, Dorothy, clowns, wizards, magicians, face painters, balloonists, storytellers, dance parties, mascots, jugglers,
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Have Room In Your Heart? And your home for one more child? Grow your family by Fostering/Adopting a waiting child. All ages. No fees. A Better Way. 510-601-0203 x305. www.abetterwayinc.net
It’s All About Literacy Skilled, compassionate, effective, individualized reading and writing instruction, grades 1-10. Early intervention, remediation, skill building, or creative enrichment. Build self-esteem and
success! Ivy (510) 528-8773. www.ivysandz.com Tutoring Is Caring Individualized help with mathematics, reading, writing, study skills, confidence, and motivation. All ages welcome. Rediscover the joy of learning. Call Esther, 510-733-0467.
➤ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Work From Home Part-Time Wisdom of the Whole Coaching Academy looking for creative, reliable independent contractor with passion for administration. 20 hours / week. $20-23/hr DOE. Help at Alameda office 1x/week. Email resume info@ wisdomofthewhole.com Want a Classified Ad? email classifieds@parentspress.com
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