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For daring young folks: Trapeze Arts

September 08, 2008

My knees (and hands and calves) are killing me. I just finished an adults-only birthday party session at Trapeze Arts in Oakland. I feel so cool though because I did a "catch" -- a guy actually caught me in mid-air while I was swinging and dangling. Of course, once he had me, he threw me down, but in the moment it was exhilarating. And we have it on video too. So that will last forever. I did  Read more...

99 Things You Must Do in the East Bay Before Your Child Grows Up: Part Two

June 26, 2008

As I said before, I'm a lover of lists and challenges. And I'm ready to increase the challenge level to 30 by offering Part Two in our series of must-do activities and must-go places for children of the near East Bay: 11. Alameda Flea Market : first Sundays of each month at the former naval air station. Miles of wandering with very little shade, but an amazing trip for a little one. Bring  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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