Parents beware: Folsom Street Fair is this weekend
You don’t want your children to be among the crowd of people watching a man being flogged during the Folsom Street Fair. (David Paul Morris, Special to The Chronicle) Back in 2008 my oldest daughter...
View ArticleThe first truly inclusive playground opens in the Bay Area
Story courtesy of Red Tricycle The Bay Area is home to some of the best playgrounds in the country, but children with special needs haven’t always been able to share in the fun … until now. Palo Alto’s...
View Article13 things that have made San Francisco a better place for families
San Francisco isn’t recognized as a great place for raising kids. The housing is among the most expensive in the country, the best public and private schools are hard to get into, the desirable...
View Article30 places every California kid should see before growing up
School’s out and summer is in full gear. Parents are taking vacation time from work to spend time with their kids. While trips to Hawaii and Europe are grand, many families can’t afford lavish holidays...
View Article100 things all San Francisco kids should do before they grow up
Summer is in full swing and the kids are starting to scream “I’m bored!” It’s time to pull out SFGate’s beloved list of things every San Francisco kid should do before they grow up. Think of this as a...
View ArticleS.F. kids learn the art of horror at Creep Show Camp
Imagine living in a Halloween world for two weeks. That’s a reality for kids attending San Francisco’s Creep Show Camp at the Hypnodrome in SoMa. In its 10th year, the camp welcomes lovers of all...
View Article6 unbelievable bargains and freebies for families in San Francisco
Here’s a look at a few bargains for families in San Francisco. Please add your favorite things to do with kids on the cheap in the comments and we’ll share a readers’ list next week. Yearning for the...
View Article10 places to cool off your kids around the Bay Area
It’s still hot out there! While temperatures are cooling, the week, especially today, will be warm. If your kids are uncomfortable in the heat, here are some Bay Area spots where you can keep them cool...
View ArticleFamily hour: Kid-friendly bars around the Bay Area
Courtesy Red Tricycle If it’s nearing happy hour and a juice box isn’t going to cut it, head to one of these family-friendly watering holes. After performing extensive market research, we’ve found some...
View ArticleAn expert warns against exotic travel plans for young children
[See image gallery at blog.ctnews.com] As the school year wraps up, it’s time to start thinking about summer vacation and, usually, some summer travels. But think twice before booking an exotic...
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