Events for the week of March 8, 2010

• Events in March
• Ongoing Library, Museum, and Art Exhibits
• Story Times

Each week our Assistant Producer selects events for parents and kids in the Bay Area. If you would like to include an item on our Community Calendar, either on the web or on the air, please e-mail info [@] childhoodmatters.org as far in advance as possible (two weeks is best). Send the following: • Event title. • Sponsoring organization. • Dates, times, and locations. • Two to three sentences about the event. • Any associated cost (NOTE: We include present free or low-cost events before including events with a cost). • Contact info (website, phone number, e-mail address) where people can learn more.

 

Events in March

Fridays and Saturdays in March
Free H1N1 Vaccination Clinic in Berkeley!
Flu season is still here and the City of Berkeley Public Health Division is offering free H1N1 vaccinations to community members! Every Friday and Saturdays through the month of March. No appointment necessary.
Cost: Free.
Time: Every Friday, 9 to 11 AM; Saturdays in March, 3/13, 3/20, and 3/27, 11 AM to 1 PM.
Location: Berkeley Public Health Clinic (temporary location), 2500 Milvia, Suite 114, Berkeley, CA.
Information: Click here or call 510-981-5350.

Tuesday, March 9
Healthy Futures (Marin)
Take home health tips from registered dietitian and health educator Manuel Villacorta! Food and beverages will accompany his discussion on how to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle at the Falkirk cultural center. Please RSVP.
Cost: Free
Time: 5:30 P.M.
Location: Falkirk Cultural Center (1408 Mission Ave., San Rafael)
Information: 415-472-1396

Tuesday, March 9
Teenage Babysitting Class (Alameda)
This class gives an introduction to child development and practical babysitting hints. Pre-teens are welcome but must be 13 to be in the babysitting file.
Cost: Free
Time: 4 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.
Location: BANANAS (5232 Claremont Avenue)
Information: http://www.bananasinc.org, 510-658-7353

Wednesday, March 10
A Night with the Lunchmaster! (San Mateo)
Join Nurse Rona and Chef Gigi at the Belmont Community Hall! Taste delicious and healthful meals and hear exciting, practical strategies you would have never guessed for incorporating nutrition into your families' daily meal times! Learn about the latest information on nutrition by Lunchmaster Dietitian, Melissa Manning and Nurse Rona.
Cost: Free
Time: 6:30 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Location: Belmont Community Hall (900 Alameda de las Pulgas)
Information: 650-596-8008, http://www.thelunchmaster.com

Saturday, March 13
St. Patrick's Day Celebration! (San Francisco)
Join the celebration in San Francisco during their 159th annual St. Patrick's Day festival and parade! This colorful celebration will showcase Irish Culture through live performances, entertainment, arts and crafts exhibitors, and culinary arts! There will also be children's rides and inflatables! The parade begins at 11 AM.
Cost: Free
Time: 10 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Location: 2nd St. and Market St. Civic Center (San Francisco)
Information: 415-359-8417, http://www.sresproductions.com/sfstpatricksday.html

Saturday, March 13
Youth Talent Show (Monterey)
Join the City of Seaside and Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. for an afternoon of amazing talent--all performed by some of the City's brightest young stars!
Cost: Free
Time: 3 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.
Location: Oldmeyer Center Auditorium (986 Hilby Ave.)
Information: 831-899-6805, http://www.ci.seaside.ca.us/index.aspx?page=16&recordid=1180

Saturday, March 13
La Peña Celebration (Alameda)
Hip-hop in many ways reflects the broader patriarchal society. Queendom: a fundraiser for "A Safe Place," features women center stage. Witness ladies representing all 4 elements-graf writing, breakin', MCing, DJing-as they always have.
Cost: $10 gen. $8 students
Time: 9 P.M.
Location: La Peña (3105 Shattuck Avenue)
Information: 510-849-2568, http://www.lapena.org/calendar/2010/3

Saturday, March 13
Persian New Year (Santa Clara)
Enjoy a fun and festive celebration of the Persian New Year. There will be music, dance, and crafts for all ages.
Cost: Free
Time: 2 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Location: Almaden Branch Library (6445 Camden Ave.)
Information: 408-808-3040, http://www.sjlibrary.org/gateways/kids/events

Saturday, March 13
St. Patrick's Celebration (Santa Clara)
Irish Dancers Celtic Music Irish Entertainment Family Activities Find “Lucky” Pennies Contests & Prizes. Many of the restaurants will be serving traditional Irish meals. Start at the INFORMATION BOOTH in the Bank of America parking lot to pick up your bag for collecting pennies and to enter the drawings.
Cost: Free
Time: 3 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Location: 14476 Big Basin Way (Saratoga)
Information: http://saratogavillage.info/events/StPaddy'sDay2010.pdf

Saturday, March 13
St. Patrick's Day Celebration (Alameda)
Arts & Crafts. Entertainment, international food courts, Lions Club Annual Parade, Firefighters Pancake Breakfast, Shamrock 5k fun run.
Cost: Free
Time: 10 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Location: Dublin Civic Center
Information: 925-556-4500, http://www.dublinstpats.com/contact.cfm

Saturday, March 13
Kids' Cowpoke Carnival (Sonoma)
Food, Silent Auction, Raffle, Cakewalk. Make your own stick pony - ride the obstacle course; pan for gold; pin the badge on the sheriff and much more!
Cost: $5
Time: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Location: McKinley School Auditorium
Information: 707-778-4669, http://www.petalumaparentnurseryschool.org/

Saturday & Sunday, March 13-14
Persian New Year (Santa Clara)
Enjoy a fun filled weekend of festivities with traditional Persian food and music.
Cost: Free
Time: 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Location: Quinlan Community Center (10185 N. Sterling Rd.)
Information: 408-501-8820, http://www.kidmatter.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2129

Sunday, March 14
Oakland Summer Camp Fair (Alameda)
Meet representatives from over 100 Camps and Programs! Activities ranging from sports, music, drama, technology, and more will be covered! Pre-school through High School Resident Camps and Day Programs will be represented.
Cost: Free
Time: 1 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Location: Scottish Rite Center (1547 Lakeside Dr.)
Information: 510-452-2259, http://www.aauw-op.com

Sunday, March 14
Johhny Appleseed Celebration (Alameda)
Caterina Meyers & Interpretive Staff Join us in celebrating one of America’s favorite folk heroes. In the spirit of Johnny Appleseed , we will begin the day by planting heirloom apple trees (11am), then we will relax and enjoy a fun filled afternoon of cider pressing (noon), stories (1pm) and apple tasting (2pm).
Cost: $5-8, kids under 3 free
Time: 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Location: Ardenwood Farm (34600 Ardenwood Blvd.)
Information: 510-544-3282, http://www.ebparks.org/files/ardenwood_nnb_march_2010.pdf

Wednesday, March 17
Frog Fest Fundraiser (San Francisco)
Tree Frog Treks will be having our first annual animal care and scholarship fundraiser on St. Patrick's Day. Families, children, and vendors are encouraged to attend to meet our animals, get a snake massage, and enjoy some green eggs and ham, root beer floats, wine, Irish coffee, and fresh buttered popcorn. We will also be having a silent auction featuring gifts from some of our favorite local companies including Freewheel and the de Young Museum.
Cost: Free
Time: 5 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Location: Frog Hall (2114 Hayes St.)
Information: http://www.treefrogtreks.com

Thursday, March 18
La Peña Celebration (Alameda)
Rama presents Ohana! (Hawai'ian for family). A showcase of Asian American musicians, spoken word artists, dancers, video/multidisciplinary artists, and visual artists. This event features singer/songwriter Cynthia Lin and more. Hosted by Ryan Takemiya.
Cost: $10
Time: 7:30 P.M.
Location: La Peña (3105 Shattuck Avenue)
Information: 510-849-2568, http://www.lapena.org/calendar/2010/3

Thursday, March 18
The Benefits of Free Play in Nature (Santa Clara)
Take part in a training with Karen Payne and David Hawkins, founders of Wild Zones--natural play areas for children to enjoy nature. They will discuss the benefits of free play in nature and the role of adults in child-directed play and the vital importance of outdoor play for individual, family, and community health. Please RSVP by March 16th.
Cost: Free
Time: 1 P.M. - 2 P.M.
Location: First 5 Santa Clara County (400 Moorpark Ave, San Jose)
Information: 408-260-3720, Joanne@first5kids.org

Friday, March 19
La Peña Celebration (Alameda)
A Concert of Latin American Traditional & Contemporary Songs with Rafael Manriquez and Ingrid Rubis. Songs from their recent CD Aqui te traigo una Rosa / I Bring You a Rose and works by Victor Jara, Violeta Parra, Atahualpa Yupanqui and the immortal sung poetry of Pablo Neruda & Gabriela Mistral.
Cost: $12 advanced, $15 door
Time: 8 P.M.
Location: La Peña (3105 Shattuck Avenue)
Information: 510-849-2568, http://www.lapena.org/calendar/2010/3

Saturday, March 20
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo Grand Re-Opening (Santa Clara)
After 20 months of being closed for a "green and whimsical" renovation, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo is celebrating its Grand Re-Opening! With two more rides, four more acres, 11 more exhibits, a new upper Zoo area, an Education complex, expanded Contact Area, and play areas totaling 12,800 sq. feet - the Bay Area community has a new experience in store for them as they walk through the gates to this beloved South Bay institution.
Cost:
Time: 9:30 A.M.
Location: Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (1300 Senter Rd.)
Information: 408-794-6400, http://www.hhpz.org

Monday, March 22
An Evening with Mary Sheedy Kurcinka (Sonoma)
Renowned author and speaker Mary Sheedy Kurcinka will talk about "Discovering Who Has Come to Live with You: Discipline Strategies that 'Fit' Each Child." This workshop will help you understand your each child's preferred style of interacting with the world and help you select the most effective discipline tools to maximize their strengths and minimize their challenges. Free to families formed by adoption if preregistered at 707-303-1509. If you register online, print your receipt, your payment confirmation is your entry ticket.
Cost: $15 in advance/ $20 at the door (space permitting)--scholarships are available
Time: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
Location: The Glaser Center (547 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa)
Information: 707-571-2048, http://www.parentsplaceonline.org/sonoma/classes/evening-mary-sheedy-kurcinka-0

Tuesday, March 23
Kids, Parents and Power Struggles: Secrets to Effective Discipline (San Mateo)
Join in a special evening for parents of young children through teens, with Mary Sheedy Kurcinka, MA, internationally recognized lecturer, author and parent educator, at Sequoia High School Auditorium in Redwood City. For scholarship information, contact stephaniea@jfcs.org. Tickets are going quickly!
Cost: $15 pre-registered/$20 at the door, space permitting
Time: 7 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Location: Sequoia HS Auditorium (1201 Brewster, Redwood City)
Information: 707-571-2048, http://www.parentsplaceonline.org/sonoma/classes/evening-mary-sheedy-kurcinka-0

Tuesday, March 23
Resource Fair (San Francisco)
Join the San Francisco resource fair and learn about family resources. English, Spanish, and Cantonese will be available.
Cost: Free
Time: 6 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Location: 445 Church St. Room 120
Information: 415-276-2900, http://www.dcyf.org/Content.aspx?id=1424&note=1528

Tuesday, March 23
Parents Kit: A Workshop for Home Visiting Providers (Alameda)
The ECC Training Institute is pleased to announce a unique training opportunity to support providers in the area of basic child development. Child Development 101 is being offered in a three session series of three-hour trainings starting in March 2010 (commitment to all three sessions is required.) This is an introductory level child and family development overview – not appropriate for a child development specialist, but great for someone whose background has not included formal child development training. The training will be conducted at the Every Child Counts Conference Center in San Leandro. Registration deadline is Wednesday, March 17.
Cost: Free
Time: 9 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Location: First 5 Alameda County Conference Center (1110 San Leandro Blvd. Suite 120)
Information: 510-875-2421, http://www.f5ecc.org

Thursday, March 25
Building Resilience in Children and Teens: Preparing our Children for Life (Santa Clara)
Learn strategies to help raise a happy and healthy family with Dr. Ken Ginsburg. Using humor, real-life scenarios and poignant cases, Dr. Ken Ginsburg will teach
how to raise resilient children who can deal with stress in an increasingly complex world. His unique perspective emphasizes the developmental strengths of youth,
equipping participants with skills needed to better teach kids to help themselves.
Cost: Free
Time: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
Location: Gunn High School, Spangenberg Theatre (780 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto)
Information: 650.326.0702, http://www.cincbayarea.org/PDFs/Ginsburg25Mar10.pdf

Thursday, March 25
Kids, Parents and Power Struggles: Secrets to Effective Discipline (San Mateo)
Join in a special evening for parents of young children through teens, with Mary Sheedy Kurcinka, MA, internationally recognized lecturer, author and parent educator, at Sequoia High School Auditorium in Redwood City. For scholarship information, contact stephaniea@jfcs.org. Tickets are going quickly!
Cost: $15 pre-registered/$20 at the door, space permitting
Time: 7 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Location: Sequoia HS Auditorium (1201 Brewster, Redwood City)
Information: 707-571-2048, http://www.parentsplaceonline.org/sonoma/classes/evening-mary-sheedy-kurcinka-0

Saturday, March 27
Read & Run (San Francisco)
Join All Stars Helping Kids for an afternoon of exercise and education at the All Stars Read & Run at Candlestick Park. Kids aged 4 – 7 will have a chance to
stretch their legs on the field at Candlestick Park and find a patch of turf to enjoy one of several literacy focused activity stations. This unique event will be hosted in partnership with the Stanford University Alumni Association and the San Francisco 49ers to bring attention to areas essential to a child’s development. A waiver signed by a parent is necessary for participation. Please fill out the waiver on reverse and bring to the event.
Cost: Free
Time: 10 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Location: Candlestick Park (602 Jamestown Ave.)
Information: 650-363-1395, jessica@allstarshelpingkids.org, http://www.allstarshelpingkids.org/

Saturday, April 10
Parent Kits: A Workshop for Child Care Providers (Alameda)
Take part in a parenting workshop and learn techniques to be a better parent! This years conference will focus on how to use the Parent Kit as a tool to support parents and caregivers in caring for newborns and children up to five years of age. Interpretation services is available for Spanish, Cantonese and Mandarin speaking providers. Registration is required and the deadline is April 2.
Cost: Free
Time: 11 A.M.
Location: First 5 Alameda County Conference Center (1110 San Leandro Blvd. Suite 120)
Information: 510-875-2486, http://www.f5ecc.org

Saturday, April 17
16th Annual Early Learning Conference: Cherish the Child; Value the Family (Contra Costa)
Thirty workshops are offered at this conference to help families strengthen themselves from the roots up! Topics of workshops range from early detection of red flags in child's development to building resiliency in children, to how to stay physically and emotionally healthy at work. Workshops in Spanish and Farsi will be presented throughout the day.
Cost: $40 pre-registered/$50 door
Time: 7:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
Location: Diablo Valley College
Information: 925-676-5442, http://www.cocokids.org/training/conferences

Saturday, April 18
Build Better Futures for All Children: Week of the Young Child (Monterey)
The week of the young child honors the more than 35 million children from birth through age 8 and the families, teachers, and others who help children make most of the opportunities of their early years.
Cost: Free
Time: 1 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Location: Castroville Community Center (10601 McDougall St.)
Information: 831-633-597

Saturday, April 24
San José Children’s Faire (Santa Clara)
This annual family-oriented faire will feature live entertainment, activity booths offering hands-on activities for chlidren, information abut education child care, health, safety resources, and more. This event is specifically for ages 2-12; the theme of this years is "Going Will With Nature: Adventures in Our Backyard."
Cost: Free
Time: 10:30 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Location: Discovery Meadow--in front of the Children's Discovery Museum (180 Woz Way)
Information: 408-808-2617, www.sjlibrary.org

Saturday, May 1
NCBIDA Dyslexia Dash (San Mateo)
Get some exercise and take a family fun run at the Dyslexia Dash! Proceeds from this events will go towards dyslexia reatment and research--the most common learning disability in the US. There is no fee for registering. However, we ask that you fundraise or donate a minimum of $25.
Cost: Minimum donation of $25.
Time: 9 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Location:Coyote Point Park (1701 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo)
Information: 650-375-8504, http://www.dyslexia-ncbida.org/events.html

Tuesdays/Thursdays
Parent-Child Play Groups (Alameda)
Lotus Bloom and Museum of Children’s Art collaborates with the City of Oakland Office of Parks and Recreation Department and Lotus Bloom Child and Family Resource Center to offer free parent-child play groups at three City of Oakland Recreation Centers. Playgroups are open to families with children under five years of age. Our activities are designed to promote healthy attachment and bonding between the parent/caregiver and child, social/emotional development, and motor skill development. Programming is offered in Spanish, English, and Cantonese.
Cost: Free
Time: 9:30 A.M. - 12 P.M.
Location: Carmen Flores Parks and Rec site, FM Smith Parks and Rec, Rainbow Parks and Rec site
Information: 510-433-0412, http://www.lotusbloomfamily.org

Mondays, Wednesday, & Friday
Free Tax Preparation Services at the Fremont Family Resource Center (Alameda)
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program provides FREE income tax assistance to qualified taxpayers earning up to $52,000 annually. VITA helps working families take advantage of all the tax credits they are eligible for including the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit (CTC), and education credits. IRS certified VITA volunteer preparers from the community help prepare basic, current year tax returns for eligible taxpayers free of charge.
Cost: Free
Time: Monday/Wednesday 4 P.M. - 8 P.M.; Friday 10 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
Location: Fremont Family Resource Center (39155 Liberty Street)
Information: 510-284-4000, http://www.fremont.gov

Monday, February 1-Thursday, April 15
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (Napa)
The St. Helena Family Center will be preparing basic tax returns free of charge through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program. Tax return will be prepared Monday and Wednesday from 4:30-7:00 pm starting February 1 through April 15, 2010.
Cost: Free
Time: 4:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Location: St. Helena Family Center (1440 Spring St.)
Information: 707-963-1919 ext. 12, emchenry@sthelenafamilycenter.org

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Ongoing Museum, Library, Art Exhibits, and Other Events

Thurdsays
Third Thursdays (Alameda)
On the Third Thursday of each month, arts patrons can spend the evening enjoying the diversity and quality of art available in some of our Oakland Galleries and Exhibition Spaces. You can view exhibitions, attend artists' lectures and demonstrations, participate in receptions and other special cultural events. Galleries in the downtown area participate by keeping their galleries open from 5-8pm on Third Thursdays Oakland Art Night each month. In addition to viewing art, you can listen to live music and dine at restaurants in walking distance of the galleries. For a map showing the location of participating galleries visit Oakland Art Alliance website.
Cost: Free
Time: 5 P.M.- 8 P.M.
Location: Oakland Downtown
Information: 510-238-7386, http://www.oaklandculturalarts.org/main/thirdthursdays.htm

Fridays
Friday Sensation (San Rafael)
Late Night for High School youth. Card games, pool tournaments, dance lessons, movies, and more. Come relax and hang out with your friends.
Cost: Free
Time: 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Location: The MYC, 1115 Third St., San Rafael
Information: http://themyc.com

Fridays and Saturdays
Free Telescope Viewings at Chabot Space and Science Center (Oakland)
Come for spectacular night sky viewing and experience a Bay Area secret! The magnificent Chabot telescopes are open for free night viewings each Friday and Saturday, weather permitting.
Cost: Free
Time: 7:30 A.M. –10:30 P.M.
Location: Chabot Space and Science Center, 10000 Skyline Boulevard, Oakland
Information: http://www.chabotspace.org/visit/observatories.aspx

Saturdays
Free Groceries (San Rafael)
You must bring proof of residence in Marin. The program is designed especially for people who have lost their work or had their hours cut, although anyone can come.
Cost: Free
Time: 10:00 A.M.
Location: Canal Welcome Center, 141 Alto Street
Information: 415-526-2486

Sundays
Chess Lessons (Santa Cruz)
Learn to play chess and play games against your peers. Gjon Feinstein instructs. Age groups are 5-8 and 9-15. Please call before first time.
Cost: Free
Time: 2:00 P.M.
Location: Santa Cruz Central Branch Library, 224 Church St, Santa Cruz
Information: 831-425-7835

New Mexico Bilingual Storyteller To Perform in Monterey County Libraries (Monterey)
Liz Mangual, with Bob Kanegis, The Tales & Trails Storytellers returns to Monterey County libraries to share stories with everyone who is “Older than Yesterday But Younger than Tomorrow. Liz is the Director of Future WAVE- Working for Alternatives to Violence Through Entertainment. She offers literacy and conflict transformation programs during the school year, and travels from coast to coast during the summer performing for library summer reading programs. She encourages family storytelling through initiatives such as, The Endangered Stories Act and F.E.A.S.T(Families Eating and Storytelling Together.) and We Have Stories To Tell. Liz is a bilingual English/Spanish storyteller and delights in sharing stories from her native Puerto Rico as well as other bilingual tales from Spain and The Americas. She likes to tell people that she was born en La Isla del Encanto and now lives in La Tierra del Encanto.
Cost: Free
Information: http://www.librarystorytelling.com/ or 617-997-6303

Friday, October 2- Friday, November 27
Day of the Dead: a Passion for Life (Santa Clara)
Exhibit of more than 50 images captured by accomplished local photographer Mary J. Andrade, that focus on various aspects of the celebration of the Day of the Dead, a pre-Hispanic tradition celebrating the lives and legacies of families and communities of the people who have died during the year.
Cost: Free
Time: M-Th: 8 A.M.-10 P.M.
Fri: 8 A.M.- 6 P.M.
Sat: 9 A.M.- 6 P.M.
Sun: 1 P.M.- 7 P.M.
Information: 408-436-7850, http://www.sjlibrary.org/about/exhibits/index.htm
Location: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, Exhibit Area, 2nd floor (150 E. San Fernando Street, San Jose)

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Story Times

Berkeley Public Libraries (Berkeley)
The Berkeley Public Library offers a variety of story times for kids in each of its five locations.
Dates/Times/Location: Vary by location, please call or check the link below for information.
Cost: Free
Information: 510-981-6223, or visit Berkeley Public Library :: Children :: Events and Storytimes

Monterey County Libraries (Monterey County)
The Monterey County Public Library System offers a number of story times in various locations.
Dates/Times/Locations: Vary by location, please check the link below for more information.
Cost: Free
Information: Monterey County Free Libraries

Children Story Time (Marin County)
The Marin County Free Library offers storytimes at each of the branches for children in various age groups. Plan to check out books afterwards and take the storytime experience home with you.
Cost: Free
Information: Marin County Story Times

Story Hour with the Salinas Adult School (Salinas)
Children will be able to experience and develop listening skills, participate in extended story activities, and check out a book to take home and read! For parents of children ages two to five.
Cost: Free
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Salinas Adult School, 20 Sherwood Place, Salinas
Information: 831-796-6900, info@salinasadultschool.com

Story time with the SF Library at Parents Place (San Francisco)
Stories and fun and games with the San Francisco Library in the Parents Place playroom.
Cost: Free
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Parents Place, 1710 Scott Street, San Francisco
Information: 415-359-2454, ParentsPlaceSF@jfcs.org

Storytime for the Little Ones (Antioch)
Stories, rhymes, bounces, songs, and finger-plays for toddlers, babies, and their caregiver.
Time: Tuesdays. 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Location: Antioch Library
Information: 925-757-9224

Preschool Storytime (Antioch)
Stories, songs, and finger-plays for preschoolers.
Time: Tuesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Antioch Library
Information: 925-757-9224

Bilingual English/Spanish Family Storytime (San Mateo)
This recurring event is scheduled every week until Monday, Dec. 29, 2008, and you may want to check if this event is accepting new participants.
Cost: Free
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: San Mateo Library
Information: Bilingual Storytime

Thursdays
Story Hour at Paxton Gate Curiosities for Kids (San Francisco)
Stop by Paxton Gate each Thursday for a free storytime for your curious little ones!
Cost: Free
Time: 3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Location: Paxton Gate's Curiosities for Kids, 766 Valencia, San Francisco
Information: http://www.paxtongate.com/kids-landing.aspx

Fridays
Story Hour at Cover to Cover Booksellers, 1307 Castro Street
Visit a Noe Valley favorite, Cover to Cover, each Wednesday afternoon for a free storytime with Danielle! Children are invited to give input on books they would like to be read.
Cost: Free
Time: 10:30 AM
Locations: Cover to Cover Booksellers, 1307 Castro Street, between 24th and Jersey.
Information: http://www.covertocoversf.com/

Fridays
Story Time at Bird and Beckett Books and Records (San Francisco)
It's a free storytime for the preschool set at Bird and Beckett! Stop by each Friday at 11am for a literary playdate with your child.
Cost: Free
Time: 11:00 AM
Locations: Bird and Beckett Books and Records, 653 Chenery Street
Information: http://www.birdbeckett.com/

Fridays
Musical Storytime (Pacifica)
Live music and stories for the whole family. This recurring event is scheduled every week until Friday, Nov. 21, 2008, and you may want to check if this event is accepting new participants.
Cost: Free
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Pacifica Sanchez Library, 1111 Terra Nova Blvd.
Information: 650-359-3397 or amberg@smcl.org

Thursdays
Family Story Time (Santa Clara)
Come share a story with your little ones at the Campbell Library! Come gather in the library to listen to tales of faraway lands, be entertained by a whimsical storybook character, but mostly, come to enjoy wonderful family moments that will later be remembered as wonderful family memories.
Cost: Free
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Campbell Library, 77 Harrison Ave
Information: 408-866-1991

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