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Arts & CraftsChildren's Art Classes at Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center

Children from toddlers to teens are invited to drop in and explore their imaginations! Classes vary from small-scale projects for little artists to large murals for youth. Please visit the website for...

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Cost: $12 per class; discounts available when buying class cards

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Arts & CraftsDrop-In Art Studio at Museum of Children's Art in Oakland

Drop in at the Museum of Children's Art in Oakland for Art du Jour with a variety of materials and projects. Find out the weekly theme by visiting the website.

The studio is open 10am-5...

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Cost: $7 per child, adult caregivers are free

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Arts & CraftsLittle Zs: Workshops for Preschool Children at Zeum

Children ages 3 to 6 are invited to Zeum every Wednesday for Little Zs, where young children go on an adventure in storytelling and the arts. Each week, a professional educator reads a book aloud then...

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Time: 1:30 PM

Cost: Free with paid admission

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Arts & CraftsWhat Will You Create? Call for Entries in Zeum Art Exhibit

Zeum is turning 10! For this year's "What Will You Create?" exhibit, the museum is collecting work created by kids at Zeum in the last decade! If you have artwork your child created at Zeum between 19...

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Classes & LessonsSF Park Tot Classes

Fun and exciting classes guaranteed to encourage your tot to move, groove and learn.

The Rec and Park website is not very user friendly so we pulled a few links to make it easier for p...

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EntertainmentPeople in Plazas - Free Lunchtime Concerts

Free San Francisco Summer concerts every weekday during the summer. There are 10 different plazas in the City hosting these free events. Here are just a few of the exciting local bands who will be per...

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Time: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

Cost: FREE

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EntertainmentRingling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

Get ready for the greatest show on Earth! Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents a terrific trio of magnificent family productions touring the nation! No city ever sees the same show twi...

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Cost: $15-$80

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EntertainmentWednesday Night Drags at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma

Do your kids love race cars? The drive is just under an hour and they can experience a real race track and race.

Kids can watch fans racing their cars at Infineon raceway. The raceway'...

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Time: 3:30 PM-10:00 PM

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ExhibitsCool Globes Exhibit at Crissy Field

Take a walk along the Crissy Field Promenade and treat your kids to a super cool installation. Launched last year in Chicago, "Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet" is a public awareness campai...

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Cost: FREE

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ExhibitsSuperstition Obstacle Course at the Exploratorium

Superstitious? Find out at the Superstition Obstacle Course! These special interactive exhibits let you test your reactions to superstitions from around the world. Break mirrors, walk under ladders, s...

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Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Cost: Free with paid admission

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ExhibitsTales from the Land of Gullah at Bay Area Discovery Museum

Come and visit the Land of Gullah at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. Children can explore their own traditions through the traditions of others in the exhibit, "Tales from the Land of Gullah." Children...

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Cost: Free with paid admission

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ExhibitsTest Families Needed at Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley

Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley needs families with at least one child between the ages of 7 and 17 to help test a new exhibit or website. Participants will be asked to look at a new exhibit or w...

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Cost: FREE

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ExhibitsThe "Forbidden" Discovery Room at the Asian Art Museum

Explore the magic and mystery of Ming Dynasty imperial culture through costume, hands-on objects, and art activities in this interactive discovery room for visitors of all ages inspired by life in Chi...

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Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Cost: Free with paid admission

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ExhibitsWild in the City at the Randall Museum

It’s time to get “Wild in the City” and learn about the different wild animals that live in San Francisco! The Randall Museum invites visitors to explore a mini San Francisco neighborhood to see what ...

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Cost: FREE

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Nature & AnimalsSummer Fun at the San Francisco Zoo

Every day between June 16 and Labor Day hold exciting summer fun for families at the San Francisco Zoo! Look for the Wildlife Theatre, Nature Trail, Talk on the Wild Side interpreters and many other s...

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Cost: Free with paid admission

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Nature & AnimalsThe Butterfly Zone at the Conservatory of Flowers

Fly on over to the Conservatory of Flower because the butterflies are back, and there are more than ever. The popular exhibit The Butterfly Zone: Plants and Pollinators returns to San Francisco...

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Time: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Cost: Free for children 4 and under, $1.50 children 5-11, $3 youth 12-17, $5 general

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Ongoing EventsFREE Programs at the San Francisco Public Library

From afterschool homework help to chess clubs and preschool movie dates, your local library branch has a lot to offer. Check the SFPL website for your branch and browse their current offerings. These ...

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Cost: FREE

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Ongoing EventsFree Writing Classes and Tutoring at 826 Valencia

826 Valencia, also known as the Pirate Supply Store, is dedicated to helping children ages 6-18 with their writing skills, and to helping teachers get their students excited about the literary arts. C...

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Cost: FREE

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Ongoing EventsWriting as Art at the Asian Art Museum

Children ages 8-12 can learn about the art of Arabic calligraphy on a tour of the West Asian Gallery and the Loggia. Pick up your guide at the Information Desk and Resource Center.

For ...

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Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Cost: Free with museum admission

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Parent ResourcesJumpstart Family Literacy Workshops at Bayview Branch Library

Enjoy interactive, hands-on, family-oriented workshops that teach child development, early literacy skills and fun ways to play, grow and learn with your children. Each workshop provides dinner for th...

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Time: 5:30 PM-7:00 PM

Cost: FREE

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Parent ResourcesLa Leche League Meeting

Nursing mothers can share stories, meet like-minded parents, and get help with breastfeeding issues at La Leche League. Meetings are every 3rd Wednesday. Nursing mothers who need immediate help can al...

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Time: 10:30 AM

Cost: FREE

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Parent ResourcesTALK Line Family Support Center

The TALK Line Family Support Center works to promote healthy families through a variety of programs, including a 24-hour crisis line, parent and child counseling, parent drop-in center, children's pla...

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Cost: FREE

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PlayDatesDrop-In Play Center for Little Ones at Parents Place

Enjoy play, stories, movement and songs with your child or infant in an irresistible playroom. Create new friendships with other parents and children, and get support from Parent Educators. For ages 4...

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Time: 9:30 AM-10:45 AM

Cost: $8 per family

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PlayDatesMother's Group for Bilingual Families

This playgroup is for bilingual moms who are raising bilingual children. To join, you must be fluent in Spanish, as moms rotate in leading the weekly class.

Les gustaria pertenecer a un...

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Cost: FREE

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PlayDatesNoe Strolls Baby Happy Hour at Vino Rosso

It's a happy hour with parents in mind, where wee ones are welcome! Relax with a glass of wine and swap war stories with other mamas and daddies each Wednesday!

Vino Rosso, 629 Cortland...

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Time: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

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PlayDatesSF Park Summer Tot Playgroups

Find a listing of playgroups for ages 1-5. Each recreation center has a different schedule and different ages. Basic playtime for tots to explore free play, sports, art and music. All programs are fr...

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Cost: FREE

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PlayDatesThe Morning and Afternoon Clubs at The Well at St. Mary's

The Morning and Afternoon Clubs are a playgroup for parents and children from 3 months to 4 years old. The Morning Club is open 3 days a week (Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am-12pm) and the Afte...

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Cost: $15 per morning session; $10 per afternoon session; discounts available for multiple sessions

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Sports & FitnessBehind-the-Scenes Ballpark Tours at AT&T Park

Take a peek behind-the-scenes at AT&T Park, the home of the San Francisco Giants! Visit the dugouts, batting cages, visitors' clubhouse, press box, luxury suites, and more! Available daily at 10:30am ...

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Time: 10:30 AM

Cost: $10 adults, $6 children 12 and under, free for children under 2

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Sports & FitnessFamily Skate Night at Yerba Buena Ice Skating Center

Every Wednesday is Family Skate Night at Yerba Buena Skating Center! Free skate rentals for the whole family make this a cheap treat! Holidays excluded.

Yerba Buena Ice Skating and Bowl...

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Time: 7:30 PM-9:00 PM

Cost: $6.25-$8 admission, free skate rentals

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Stories & ShowsMusical Storytime at Marina Branch Library

Visit the library for a Musical Storytime in the courtyard! Stretch, shake and wiggle! For children of all ages. Weather permitting, this event will be held in the courtyard.

Marina Bra...

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Time: 3:30 PM

Cost: FREE

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Stories & ShowsStorytimes and Lapsits at San Francisco Public Library Branches

The San Francisco Public Library offers free Infant/Toddler Lapsits and Preschool Storytimes almost every day! Here is a list of locations where you can catch a story or two with your little one today...

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Cost: FREE

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Stories & ShowsWednesday Morning Storytime at Bookshop West Portal

Toddlers and babies are invited to a weekly reading event at Bookshop West Portal, featuring interactive songs and fingerplays. Sonia, the storyteller, is a former nursery school teacher, mother of th...

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Time: 10:30 AM

Cost: FREE

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Teen ActivitiesYouth Weight Training Classes at Park and Rec Clubs

Don't worry that you will be missing PE classes over the summer. This class is a comprehensive introduction to weightlifting and body building for teens. Teenage years are the most important in build...

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Time: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Cost: FREE

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ToursFree Stroller Tours in Golden Gate Park

How well do you know Golden Gate Park? Stroller tours are designed for moms and dads of toddlers and babies in strollers. Get outside, get some fresh air, and enjoy! With more than 12 tours to choose ...

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Time: 10:00 AM

Cost: FREE

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