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Scrambling at the last minute

by VDog

December 24, 2008

If you are a procrastinator like me, you may have some last minute shopping to do or have provisions to pick up. Target is open today from 7am-6pm. Elephant Pharmacy is open from 8am-8pm, and there is a printable coupon on their website (or in the mailer you may have received) for $10 off $50 or $25 off $100 purchase. Most grocery stores will be open until at least 3pm. Speaking of Target,  Read more...

Best Decorated Neighborhoods & Areas

by VDog

December 23, 2008

I don't know how long people keep up their Holiday Lights, but hopefully you've got until the New Year to check out some of the fabulous sponsored and independent lights displays around the East Bay. Since this is my first Christmas in the East Bay with the kid (last year we traveled elsewhere), I asked some of the Moms in my Meet-Up group if they had any suggestions, and did a  Read more...

Sometimes the best presents are experiences

by VDog

December 16, 2008

This year I have politely requested, 'no stuff' for me or the kiddo. I would guess most of us in the Bay Area have a lot of 'things' for ourselves and our children. We have a tendency to overindulge our children (ok, maybe it's the Grandparent's fault) with abundant toy boxes. But sometimes the best 'things' are not really 'things' at all! They are experiences . Your child(ren) love spending  Read more...

Fun Holiday Activities, Children's Museum Style

by VDog

December 09, 2008

Want to make holiday memories with your child(ren), but don't want the mess in your own house? Try these: Habitot Make-Your-Own Gingerbread House Workshops December 11 - 17; 10:00 am & 11:00 am sessions Habitot is throwing a decorate your own take-home gingerbread house with icing, candy, and other sweets workshop! Call Liz at (510) 647-1111 x17 to reserve your spot.  Read more...

5 fabulous gift ideas

by VDog

December 09, 2008

Here are a few gift ideas for you...not much shopping time left until Hanukkah and Christmas! Sugar Plum Fairy Skirt What girl (or boy?) in her Princess phase WOULDN'T love this combination tutu/ballerina/musical outfit? I know several little girls for whom this would be a perfect gift -- prancing around and taking the music with you is pretty darn convenient! And hey, if you get sick  Read more...

Holiday Rituals

by Heather Gibbs Flett

December 01, 2008

(from VDog) Tis the season for performing holiday rituals and celebrating family. Whether you light the Menorah or trim the Christmas tree, every family should have some type of holiday ritual. Rituals are a way to mark a time as special and different from the every day, and they are a great way to get the kids involved in holiday festivities. One of my most favorite rituals growing up  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in oakland

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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