Weekend Fun For Everyone
/This February, celebrate the holidays around the Bay Area with kid-friendly activities for Valentine's Day, Black History Month and the Chinese New Year!
Friday, February 8, 2019
California Antiquarian Book Fair
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Oakland Marriott City Center (map)
Recognized as one of the largest and most prestigious antiquarian book fairs in the world, this three-day event features the collections and rare treasures of nearly 200 booksellers from over 20 countries, including manuscripts, modern first editions, children’s books, maps and autographs, as well as antiquarian books on a wide range of topics.
Family Fun Night
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Habitot Children's Museum (map)
Get in the "habit" of bringing the whole family to Habitot every 2nd Friday of the month, for an early evening of playing together, art & STEAM activities, and connecting with other parents of 1-5 year olds.
Fiddler On The Roof
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
TLHS Drama Boosters, San Rafael (map)
Terra Linda High School Drama Department presents the beloved musical “Fiddler on the Roof.”
Saturday, February 9, 2019
Teddy Bear Tea
8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Belvedere Tiburon Library (map)
Bookmarks host its annual Teddy Bear Tea for young children and their families.
Fun Family Fitness Class
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Mill Valley Recreation (map)
Join Coach Tilda for a fun workout for the entire family!
Novato Mothers Club Rummage Sale
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Novato Recreation Center (map)
The NMC Rummage & Bake Sale has everything you need for your growing family at bargain prices, plus delightful homemade baked goodies.
St. Valentine's Festival
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Marin Country Mart (map)
Enjoy all the Valentine’s Day fun at the Farmers’ Market. Heart Art, Berry Love Letter Making, Tulip Bouquets, Face Painting, Photo Booth, Live Music, Kids Entertainment and more!
Turtle Observer Training
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sky Oaks Watershed Headquarters (map)
Become a trained Turtle Observer and you will monitor and record behavior of the native Western Pond Turtle on Mt Tamalpais. The required orientation includes observation techniques, a discussion on turtle biology, methods for engaging the public, and a walk to a lake.
Valentine's Day Cookie Party
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Williams Sonoma Stores (map)
Join us for a fun class all about Valentine’s Day Cookies!
Celebrate Love And Enjoy Makers Market
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mill Valley Lumber Yard (map)
Live music and many new makers, with over 20+ makers joining us for this event! There will be something for everyone on your Valentine's Day list!
Choy Sun Doe Day
10:00 AM 4:00 PM
Chinatown San Francisco (map)
Bring the fam and join us on Saturday February 9th at Chinatown on Grant and Jackson for a special NEW EVENT-CHOY SUN DOE DAY!
Lunar New Year 2019
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
San Francisco Zoo (map)
To commemorate the Year of the Pig, the San Francisco Zoo is thrilled to host Lunar New Year celebrations!
Good Night, Gorilla
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Children's Creativity Museum Annex (map)
The Zoo is closed for the night and it's time for the animals to go to bed, but just as the Zookeeper bids them one last "Good night," the Gorilla steals his keys and, after letting all the other animals out of their enclosures, follows him home to sleep!
Family Program: A Botanical Valentine's Day Tea
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
UC Botanical Garden (map)
Our annual tradition returns with a lovely botanical tea in honor of Valentine’s Day.
Giants FanFest 2019
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
AT&T Park (map)
Live KNBR broadcasts on the field, player Q&As, free player autographs, places to take photos, walk or play catch on the field (weather permitting), self-guided tours of the Giants Clubhouse, a kids zone and more.
Minefaire: Official MINECRAFT Community Event
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
San Mateo County Event Center (map)
MINECRAFT Players and Their Families Unite at Minefaire!
She Persisted, The Musical
10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM
BACT Berkeley Center (map)
This new musical, inspired by Chelsea Clinton’s best-selling book, She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World, tells the story of Emani and Peter, whose third-grade trip to the museum turns into an adventure in time travel during which they meet inspirational women overcoming barriers and making history.
Guided Art Hikes: Andy Goldsworthy In The Presidio
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Presidio Officers' Club (map)
This guided hike visits the park’s four installations by the world-renowned artist: Spire(2008), Wood Line (2010), Tree Fall (2013), and Earth Wall (2014).
Snow White And The 7 Dwarfs
10:30 AM and 1:00 PM
The Cowell Theater (map)
The Children’s Theatre Association of San Francisco is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing live musical theater to over 7,500 school children each year at no cost to the schools.
California Antiquarian Book Fair
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Oakland Marriott City Center (map)
Recognized as one of the largest and most prestigious antiquarian book fairs in the world, this three-day event features the collections and rare treasures of nearly 200 booksellers from over 20 countries, including manuscripts, modern first editions, children’s books, maps and autographs, as well as antiquarian books on a wide range of topics.
Origami Valentines With Tas Bringas
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
Corte Madera Library (map)
Make a special Origami Valentine for that special someone. Ages 8 & up.
Family Art Making
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
de Young museum (map)
Family Art Making offers a free, drop-in art project led by professional teaching artists.
Good Night, Gorilla
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Children's Creativity Museum Annex (map)
The Zoo is closed for the night and it's time for the animals to go to bed, but just as the Zookeeper bids them one last "Good night," the Gorilla steals his keys and, after letting all the other animals out of their enclosures, follows him home to sleep!
Drag Queen Story Hour/More Than A Month Featuring Black Benatar
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
San Francisco Public Library, Sunset Branch Library (map)
Join us for stories, laughs, songs, snacks, and a Motown and Disco dance party!
Chocolate Valentine Gift-Making Workshop for Kids
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Fairfax Women's Club (map)
Learn how to make hot chocolate on a stick and chocolate bark. Choose your own flavor for the hot chocolate and toppings for your bark.Then decorate and wrap all the treats you’ve made!
Celebrate Chinese New Year With The Flying Angels Chinese Dance Company
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
Presidio Library (map)
Celebrate The Year of the Pig with traditional and modern Chinese dance.
Romeo And Juliet, The Greatest Love Story Of All Time
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Throckmorton Theatre (map)
A teen cast for the production of Romeo and Juliet is an immersive, emotional take on the greatest love story of all time.
Chinese New Year Celebration And Banquet 2019
5:00 PM 8:00 PM
San Rafael Community Center (map)
Celebrating the Year of the Pig —everything from jai and prawns to suckling pig and red bean soup.
Novato Live
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
City Hall (map)
Gather your friends and family and Join Novato Parks & Recreation for this FREE indoor concert series held inside City Hall, 901 Sherman Ave. every Second and Fourth Saturday of February, March and April. We hope you can join us for these wonderful live musical performances.
Valentine's Day Sock Hop
7:00 PM 10:00 PM
Presidio Officers' Club (map)
Hop back to the 1950s with live music from The Ely Brothers + The Doubletake Band, dancing, and retro cocktails available for purchase from Arguello Restaurant.
Fiddler On The Roof
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
TLHS Drama Boosters (map)
Terra Linda High School Drama Department presents the beloved musical “Fiddler on the Roof.”
Winter Nights: Wake The Dead
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Osher Marin JCC (map)
With Dance, Music & Songs of the village women Tonight we take you to India without leaving the North Bay.
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Terra Mandarin Preschool & TK Open House
11:00 AM
Terra Marin (map)
Learn more about the preschool and how the teachers inspire and motivate children to love learning. Explore the campus, meet the teachers and get a sense for the fun and nurturing environment they’ve created at Terra Mandarin.
Easy Turtle Back Trail Hike
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
China Camp State Park (map)
Learn about the abundant wildlife in the area. See amazing views of the park. Get Outside and exercise by the glittering bay.
Lunar New Year 2019
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
San Francisco Zoo (map)
To commemorate the Year of the Pig, the San Francisco Zoo is thrilled to host Lunar New Year celebrations!
Learn To Skimboard
10:00 AM 12:00 PM
Upton Beach (map)
Head out to beautiful Upton Beach and learn how to skimboard with ranger staff. We’ll learn the basics of skimboarding through demonstration and practice.
BABY RAVE Oakland
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
3903 Broadway Third FloorOakland, CA, 94611United States (map)
BABY RAVE Oakland is a new kid-friendly dance party that is sure to get you and your little one moving and shaking to the music together!
Marine Science Sundays For 2019
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Marine Mammal Center (map)
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month for Marine Science Sunday - a FREE engaging ocean-inspired classroom series from our education experts. These interactive classroom programs are great for all ages!
Spring Flowers Fairies And Gnomes
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Marin Waldorf School (map)
Enjoy a Sunday of crafting with veteran Waldorf Teacher and artist Nicole Mathers.
She Persisted, The Musical
10:30 AM & 1:30 PM
BACT Berkeley Center (map)
This new musical, inspired by Chelsea Clinton’s best-selling book, She Persisted: 13 American Women Who Changed the World, tells the story of Emani and Peter, whose third-grade trip to the museum turns into an adventure in time travel during which they meet inspirational women overcoming barriers and making history.
Terra Marin TK-8 Open House
11:00 AM
Terra Marin (map)
Students will enjoy activities that shine a light on the unique offerings of Terra Marin, while parents tour the school and listen to a presentation from the senior staff, teachers, parents and students.
Magician Spencer Grey
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mill Valley Public Library (map)
Spencer Grey brings dazzling visual illusions and original magic you won't see anywhere else. Audience participation guaranteed!
California Antiquarian Book Fair
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Oakland Marriott City Center (map)
Recognized as one of the largest and most prestigious antiquarian book fairs in the world, this three-day event features the collections and rare treasures of nearly 200 booksellers from over 20 countries, including manuscripts, modern first editions, children’s books, maps and autographs, as well as antiquarian books on a wide range of topics.
Drop-In Art Studio: Tattoo Ink Lab
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Contemporary Jewish Museum (map)
On first and second Sundays and select holidays, drop by to create, play, and experiment with a teaching artist.
Lunar New Year Celebration And Other Asian Traditions: Year Of The Pig
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Oakland Museum of California
Join OMCA for the 18th annual Lunar New Year celebration, a fortune-filled family-friendly event to welcome in the Year of the Pig.
Family Valentine's Dance
2:00 PM 4:00 PM
Sausalito City Hall (map)
Celebrate Valentine's Day with the little sweethearts in your life.
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