๐ Notables ๐
What Should Danny Do? My kids are obsessed with this choose-your-own-adventure book series! While not a magic bullet, itโs helped them to develop a better understanding of actions and consequences, resulting in them making better choices. This means better listening and improved emotional regulation. A parenting win! Highly recommend for ages 3-8.
๐ฌ FabLab Mini Maker Faire | Fri Mar 13, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Bayside Academy New Gym, San Mateo | ๐ง K-8 | Free | Fabulous Evening of STEAM! 30+ activity tables, live demos, and student showcases for the K-8 community.
๐ PopMart Grand Opening | Hillsdale Mall | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | PopMart collectibles store celebrates grand opening at Hillsdale!
๐ Monster Jam | April 3-5 | Oakland Arena | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | ๐ต | Monster trucks, high-flying action, and crushing competition! Editors Note: Make sure you bring hearing protection for littles!
๐ญ Upcoming Shows:
Mean Girls: The Musical | Times Vary (Mar 12-15) | Woodside Priory School, Portola Valley | ๐ฆ All Ages | ๐ต | High school version! 12 Tony Award-nominated musical adaptation of Tina Fey's cult classic film with hilarious songs!
Shrek The Musical Jr. | Times Vary | Ralston Middle School, Belmont | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | ๐ต | Ralston Middle School presents the beloved fairytale musical! Check school website for performance dates and times.
Saturday, March 14
๐ ๐ธ March Second Saturday: Camellia Celebration | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Gamble Garden, Palo Alto | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | ๐ Registration Required | Info
Guided tours (10am, 10:30am, 11am), scavenger hunts, camellia tea tasting, Women's History Month activities, crafts, and live music!
๐ ๐จ Turn Waste Into Wonder Workshop | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | EV EcoCenter, Palo Alto Baylands | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | Info
Transform plastic waste into art! Drop in anytime. Light refreshments provided. No artistic skills required!
๐ ๐ฟ Baylands Explorations: Guided Nature Walk | 10:00 AM | Baylands Nature Preserve, Palo Alto | ๐ง Ages 6+ | Free | ๐ Registration Required | Info
Explore Baylands science and nature with expert EV docents on a fun, low-impact hike! Ages 6+.
๐ ๐ฒ 2nd Saturday Bicycle Repair Event | 10:00 AM | Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange, Palo Alto | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | Info
Learn bike repair skills while refurbishing bikes for donation! Pizza lunch provided. First-timers under 18 need parent.
๐ถ Childcare and Preschool Fair | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Twin Pines Center, Belmont | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | Info
Meet local childcare and preschool programs, find community resources, and connect with families! Light refreshments.
๐ ๐ต Family Sing-Along | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Stanford | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | ๐ต $10/person | Info
Warm up your voices! Featuring Bay Area legends on sax, fiddle, bass, and drums. Lyrics provided. Free for infants under 1.
๐จ Kid Makers: Spring Crafts | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Schaberg Branch Library, Redwood City | ๐ง Ages 5-9 | Free | Info
Create spring themed crafts!
๐ ๐ธ Spring Wildflower Hike | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Edgewood Park Clarkia Trailhead | ๐ฆ Adults & Older Kids | Free | ๐ Registration Required | Info
3-mile moderate hike discovering wildflowers, plants, and animals! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
๐ทโโ๏ธ Kid Makers: Marshmallow Catapults | 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Redwood City Downtown Library | ๐ง Ages 5-9 | Free | Info
Create catapults with teen science educators from Nueva High School! Learn the science behind it.
๐๏ธ Want more options? Find the full list of recurring events here, like open sewing time, free art projects, various story times, and much more.
Sunday, March 15
โ๏ธ St. Patrick's Celebration at Hiller Aviation | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | ๐ต Museum Admission (Members Free) | Info
Free face painting, paint-a-plane GREEN, hunt for hidden leprechauns! Kids wearing green get special toy.
๐ ๐ถ K-pop Sunday | 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Asian Art Museum, SF | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | ๐ต Museum Admission | ๐ Reserve Tickets | Info
Kids-pop (10:30am-12:30pm), Random Play Dance (1-2pm), photo card trading, trivia, and Top Loader decoration station!
๐ธ Spring Wildflower Hike | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Edgewood Park Education Center | ๐ฆ Adults & Older Kids | Free | ๐ Registration Required | Info
3-mile moderate hike starting from Sylvan Trail! Discover wildflowers, plants, and animals. 400ft elevation gain.
๐ Free St. Patrick's Day Crafts & Storytime | 11:00 AM | The Reading Bug, San Carlos | ๐ถ Ages 3-6 | Free | Info
Join Dede for St. Patty's Day crafts and stories! Book purchase appreciated to support free programming.
โบ Mid-Peninsula Camp & School Fair | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Hillsdale High School Small Gym, San Mateo | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | Info
Dozens of exhibitors! First 200 families get free backpack. Free raffle, Stanford Medicine craft activity. Bring canned food for extra raffle tickets!
๐ฅ Kids Club: Tissue Painted Eggs | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Michaels - San Mateo ; Michaels - Redwood City | ๐ง Ages 4+ | Free | Info
Decorate plastic eggs with tissue paper and paint! All supplies included.
๐ธ Nowruz 2026 | 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM | San Mateo Main Library Oak Room | ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ All Ages | Free | Info
Iranian New Year celebration! Light refreshments at 1pm, Persian traditional music, Beshkan Dance Academy, and student performances at 1:30pm.
๐๏ธ Want more options? Find the full list of recurring events here, like LEGO robotics, coding club, Michaelโs store crafts, storytimes, and more!
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