Oaklandish hosts annual Fairyland for Grownups (21+) benefit at Children’s Fairyland
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The Aug. 14 fundraiser helps keep the local amusement park affordable for all families with young children.
Bay Area
School’s out, and kids get in free at San Francisco Zoo on weekdays this month
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The free entry offer is for up to five children ages 11 and younger visiting with a paying adult.Family & Kids
Ask a Dog Trainer | The jumping advice everyone gives (and why it fails)
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It's cute until it isn't -- learn how to keep your pup's feet on the floor when greeting people.Around Town
Piedmont School Maker Faire submissions due this Thursday
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The 12th annual Piedmont School Maker Faire is May 17.Bay Area
Cashless payments expand to 5 East Bay regional parks this Wednesday
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Ardenwood Farm and the Temescal Regional Recreation Area are among the parks shifting to cashless operations.Around Town
Play Like a Girl+ on May 3 is looking for volunteers
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Sign up for pre-event support tasks — or join staff on the day to help attendees and organizers.Bay Area
Gray wolf from SF Zoo heads to New Mexico for conservation breeding
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Mexican gray wolves nearly went extinct due to hunting and were designated an endangered species in 1976.Family & Kids
Skate the Town | Check out roller-skating fun at the Henry J. Kaiser Arena on April 19
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Get tickets now for family skate and adult-only skate sessions.Around Town
Alameda County ‘Clean Water’ grants offer up to $6000 for community stewardship programs
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Application deadline is May 4 to apply for grants toward preventing stormwater pollution and promoting the health of local watersheds.Around Town
Volunteer at the April 25 Piedmont Food Fest
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Plus: Last week for Early Bird discounts.Around Town
