A bottle of wine or champagne is my go-to hostess gift, but sometimes it feels like my friends and I are just swapping bottles. For the holidays, when everyone steps up their party game, it's nice to mix it...
In 1910, my little grandpa arrived at Ellis Island from a little town in Italy. He was sixteen years old. I don’t remember much about him – mostly images from pictures. But I do recall how gentle and quiet...
Turkey Handprint Art
Supplies:
Brown, green, orange, red, and yellow paint
Black, red and orange markers
White construction paper
Baby wipes ☺
Directions:
First take your child’s hand and paint the palm and the thumb with the brown paint.
Now paint...
I love Fall. Ask anyone. As soon as September rolls around, I start humming Christmas songs and making my Thanksgiving menu. I curse the last bit of Indian summer, because I just want to start wearing my sweaters and...
When you realize you sound like your mother.
When the reality of the positive pregnancy test actually sets in.
The drive home from the hospital with your newborn…. now what???
The moment you have to give up your comfy mesh panties and...
Monster Art
Supplies:
Green, orange, black and white construction paper
Glue, scissors, black sharpie
Cheerios or Candy Corn
Directions:
Cut out arms, legs, feet, ears, body, mouth, eyes (on the eyes, use the black sharpie to draw on different sized eyeballs...
There is no better way to celebrate getting ready for Halloween than a Pumpkin Carving Party with your friends. By following a few easy steps, you can put together a fabulous party that is fun for both kids and...
Nothing says, "Autumn is here," like going pumpkin picking with your family, so here's your guide to the best pumpkin patches in San Francisco, on the Peninsula and in the South Bay. Remember to bring cash with you to...
When I think about the Fourth of July, of course I think about BBQs, swimming pools, and hanging out with friends and family. But I also think about my freedoms and how blessed I am to have been born...
Holidays with children are always fun! Being a preschool teacher, I get to do lots of projects for all the different holidays throughout the year, but Fourth of July is one of my favorites. I love the colors red,...
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2025-2026 Winter Guide
Your Family's Ultimate Guide to the Winter Season around the San Francisco Bay Area!
Winter is here and there’s no better to explore the fascinating...
