Weekend events, August 2-3

Saturday, August 2:

Bubble Show
Saturday, August 2, 11:00 am
Berryessa Branch Library, 3355 Noble Ave, San Jose (Map)
Free Admission 
Explore the fun and science of bubbles with Wild Child Adventures. Enjoy a variety of bubble tricks, learn about their unique physical characteristics, and maybe get the chance to be placed inside a giant bubble!  Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Music and Movement
Saturday, August 2, 1:30 pm
East San José Carnegie Branch Library,1102 E Santa Clara St, San Jose (Map)
Free Admission 
Move, dance and sing with your toddler/preschooler to a variety of music. Learn different ways to play with bean bags, scarves and rhythm sticks.

Children's Discovery Museum: Amusement Park Science
Saturday, August 2, 3:30 pm
Santa Teresa Branch Library, 290 International Cir, San Jose (Map)
Free Admission 
How often do we take the time to think about the science involved in roller coasters, fun houses, and carousels? The Children’s Discovery museum will provide families the opportunity explore gravity and create miniature versions of amusement park rides and activities.

The Nature of Serpentine
Saturday, August 2, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
23201 McKean Rd. San Jose (Map)
Free Admission 
(408) 918-7771
Take a leisurely 1.5 mile walk to enjoy late spring wildflowers and drought-resistant trees, shrubs and plants that thrive in the Park’s serpentine grasslands. Meet at the Calero Park office off McKean Rd. then carpool to the trail head. Group stays together


August 2-3

Fremont Festival of the Arts
Saturday and Sunday, August 2-3, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
39488 Stevenson Place, Suite 100, Fremont (Map)
Free Admission 
The Fremont Festival of the Arts hosts a wide variety of activities and entertainment for the entire family; over 700 top-quality artisan booths delight the most discerning shoppers, music lovers enjoy continuous music featured on three stages, children are thrilled with the many games and activities found in “Kid City”, and Gourmet Marketplace offers gourmet specialties for the discerning cook.

Santa Clara County Fair
Saturday, August 2, Noon - 11:00 pm
Sunday, August 3, Noon - 9:00 pm
44 Tully Rd, San Jose (Map)
Enjoy the entertainment such as: carnival rides, animal shows, great live music, Free Flight Bird Show and many more activities. Have fun at the kids zone where you can cross swords with pirates!

San Jose Renaissance Fair
Saturday, August 2, 10:00 am  - 6:00 pm
Sunday, August 3, 10:00 am  - 5:00 pm
Arena Green East N Autumn St (Map)
Groupon
Parking is $5
Thank Keren Fridlander for mentioning the event!
his annual festival showcases a reimagined Renaissance, complete with a royal court, Master Shakespeare, storytellers, fairies, a hard-hitting armored joust, and a town full of colorful characters. This lost era contains a vast labyrinth of nooks and crannies, from merchants proffering ye olde turkey legs to shops stocked with leather wears and carved tankards. Live shows take place on three stages and feature the Barleycorn Dancers, the Bard's Cloak of Tales, as well as Stark Ravens.


Some drive ~1 hour from Sunnyvale

South
Monterey Bay Strawberry Festival
Saturday and Sunday, August 2-3, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

350 Main Street, Watsonville (Map)

Free Admission 

This family-oriented festival will also offer a variety of exciting activities for all ages. A carnival featuring a Ferris Wheel and Berry-Go-Round, among other rides, is sure to delight all, young and old. For those who are competitive eaters, several strawberry pie eating contests will take place during the festival.

Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music - Family Concert
Sunday, August 3, 1:00 pm
147 S River St #232, San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center, Santa Cruz (Map)
Free Admission 
Thank Efrat Morag for mentioning the event!
he Festival’s wildly popular Free Family Concert introduces kids to the wonderful world of orchestral music. It begins with a Tour of the Orchestra where kids can make an up-close and personal connection to the different instruments and players. This year we’ll feature a world premiere Festival Commission composed and narrated by Jonathan Sheffer. The Conference of the Birds was inspired by a Persian folk tale about a flock of birds on a spiritual journey, and explores the orchestra’s ability to imitate the chirps, coos, and calls of our feathered friends.

Weekend Events, July 26-27

Saturday, July 26:

Winged Predators
Saturday, July 26,  10:00 - 12:00 pm
Stevens Creek County Park 11401 Stevens Canyon Rd Cupertino (Map)
Free event
Take an easy 2-mile hike to look for winged hunters in the sky. Learn about a raptor's role in the environment and how you can become involved in the study of hawks, falcons and eagles. Field guides and binoculars recommended. Meet at the Stevens Creek Reservoir Dam.

Reptile Day at Curiodyssey
Saturday, July 26,  10:00 - 5:00 pm
1651 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo (Map)
Get up-close to cold-blooded animals like turtles, snakes, and lizards during Reptile Day! Meet this special set of creatures who have scales or scutes and find out what makes reptiles so amazing during our fun-filled, family event.


Sunday, July 27:

Love and Yoga, Pool Party
Sunday, July 27, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto (Map)
In the event there will be drum circle, water games, bouncing house and of course the pool.
Free for Center Members. Community Members/Non-Members require guest passes.

Geology Hike
Sunday, July 27, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Anderson Lake County Park 19245 Malaguerra Ave, Morgan Hill (Map)
Learn about the geology of Anderson Lake and surrounding areas. See and touch ancient basalt and sandstone. Discover the complex geologic history of the Calaveras-Hayward fault areas within the greater Diablo Range. Meet at the boat launch area

July 26 - 27:

Are You Smarter Than a Lemur? - Happy Hollow 
Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
1300 Senter Road, San Jose (Map)
From lemurs to camels, our game show host will challenge your mind as we introduce you to some of the most extraordinary animals in the world. This high-energy animal show is fun for the entire family.

Gilroy Garlic Festival
Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Christmas Hill Park Gilroy (Map)
If you love garlic this event for you. There will be cooking demos, arts and crafts, free garlic ice cream, children area including: Bubble fun, rides, jump houses, hands- on play area and more.
General admission is $20, kids ages 6-12 pay $10 and Kids under 6 are Free. In the website you can buy discounted tickets were give you $2 off.

Some drive ~1 hour from Sunnyvale

North
Berkeley Kite Festival
Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
César Chávez Park, 11 Spinnaker Way, Berkeley (Map)
Free event (Parking in the Marina is $15)
Yelp
Don't miss this colorful event! Kites aren't just for kids any more. Experience the excitement and artistry of modern kite flying. You'll find something for everyone at the Berkeley Kite Festival. From the Giant Creature Kites as big as houses, to the free Kite Making and Candy Drop for kids, you don't want to miss this year’s Annual Berkeley Kite Festival.

Marine Mammal Superheroes
Sunday, July 27, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Marine Mammal Center, 2000 Bunker Rd, Sausalito (Map)
Free event
Come learn more at Marine Mammal Superheroes: Super Strong and Super Smart in a fun, educational way for both kids and adults. We recommend teaming our free classroom programs at 12 pm and 2 pm with a Docent-led tour at 11am, 1pm or 3pm for a truly immersive marine mammal experience.

Shows

Annie Jr. -Musical
Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, 1:00 pm
828 Chestnut St, San Carlos (Map)
Presented by the Carlos Children's Theater the great show about Annie, the little orphan that is determined to find her parents in the big city. The show performers are all students.

The Wizard of Oz
Saturday, July 26,  2:00 pm and 7:30 pm
Sunday, July 27, 2:00 pm
97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos (Map)
The Los Altos Youth Theater presents the Wizard of Oz, a family musical. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion and Toto in their adventure in the new world.
The show performers are both youth and adult performers.

Weekend events, July 19-20

Saturday, July 19:

Ice Cream Social
Saturday, July 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
west elm, 180 University Ave, Palo Alto (Map)
Free event
Come and celebrate National Ice Cream month with a free frozen treat.

Monsters invade Los Altos
Saturday, July 19, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
316 State Street, Los Altos (Map)
Free event
Come and take some workshop with great artiest and make a monster with modern methods, zombie drawings or explore the monsters in your mouth by looking at the bacteria in your mouth.

Seismic Engineering in Action (ages 4 - 12)
Saturday, July 19,  11:00 am
Evergreen Branch Library 2635 Aborn Rd San Jose (Map)
Free event
Can you build a structure that will withstand an earthquake? Come test your design, engineering and building skills as we explore what stands up, what falls down, and why!   A signature program of The Tech Museum of Innovation, The Tech Challenge is an annual team design challenge for students in grades 4-12 that introduces and reinforces the engineering process with a hands-on project geared towards solving a real-world problem.  No registration required.

Hawk Walk
Saturday, July 19,  11:00 am -2:30 pm
Ed Levin County Park, 3100 Calaveras Rd, Milpitas (Map)
Free event
Search for glimpses of hawks, falcons and golden eagles that soar the skies. Find out why they fly like they do and what helps them thrive in this area. Meet at the Sandy Wool dog park with lunch and binoculars or spotting scope.


Sunday, July 20:

Summer Beanstalk Rummage Sale
Sunday, July 20, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 
299 S. California Avenue, Suite 120, Palo Alto (Map)
Free event
Looking for some great deals on maternity, baby clothes and items while helping a good cause? We've got hundreds of baby items for sale at rummage sale prices! If you've got gently used baby items (clothes, books, toys) looking for a new home, we’d love your donations too. Please drop off at Blossom by the prior Thursday evening (for after hour drop offs please leave them in the atrium outside our center).

Poodles on Parade
Sunday, July 20, 12:00 pm 
368 Santana Row, San Jose (Map)
Free event
Come and watch as the poodles walk down the red carpet. Dogs and dog-lovers will take to the stage adjacent to LB Steak on Santana Row to compete for the titles of Best Dressed, Most Talented, Dog Owner Look-a-Like, and Best Kisser.

Circus Vargas' Magikaria Extreme show
Sunday, July 20, 7:30 pm 
344 Tully Rd, San Jose (Map)
Join dashing young illusionist Patrick Gable for an experience unlike any other, featuring mesmerizing illusions, glow-in-the-dark spectacles and unbelievable feats of magic in Magikaria Extreme. The performers of Circus Vargas will leave you in awe with their high-flying, death-defying acts. You'll see trapeze artists, motorcycle daredevils, aerial contortionists, clowns, juggling, colorful costumes, music, singing and much more. Plus, if you arrive 30 minutes before the show, kids can come into the ring and pretend they're the stars of the circus.


Some drive ~1 hour from Sunnyvale

North
Junior Engineer Day
Saturday, July 19,  10:00 am - 3:00 pm
199 Museum Way, San Francisco (Map)
Children of all ages can try their hand at being an engineer and try to operate a model train over the Mountain Division.

Weekend Events, July 11-13

Friday, July 11:

Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series- Monsters University

Friday, July 11, 8:30 pm

Cuesta Park, Mountain View (Map)

Free event

What a great way to enjoy the end of school year with a movie under the stars. This week's movie is: Monsters University. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair to sit on and have fun with your kid. Popcorn and light refreshments will be served.

Saturday, July 12:

 S.T.E.A.M. Festival
Saturday, July 12, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Reid-Hillview Airport, 2500 Cunningham Ave, San Jose (Map)
Free event
You can find in the festival static aircraft displays, hundreds of classic cars, demos and hands-on fun from 100+ nonprofit organizations and vendors, live Entertainment. And don't miss: Experimental Aircraft Association's Chapter 62 will be offering free Young Eagle's flights from 10am-2pm! FREE ADMISSION, FREE PARKING!

Sadza Marimba
Saturday, July 12, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Children's Discovery Museum, 180 Woz Way, San Jose (Map)
Bring your healthy lunch and join us in the outdoor Cadence Amphitheatre for the danceable, joyful rhythms of Zimbabwe. This upbeat band features a blend of soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, and bass marimbas, drums, gourd shakers, and vocals…and appeals to people of all ages!

Living with Wildlife
Saturday, July 12, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sanborn County Park, 16055 Sanborn Rd, Saratoga (Map)
Free event
Take an easy 2-mile hike through the redwoods and learn about living with wildlife. Discover what “normal” animal behavior is, what wildlife needs to survive, and what to do if you have an encounter. Meet at the Ranger station. Best for families and kids age 10+.


Sunday, July 13:

Big Screen Sundays at Children's Discovery Museum
Sunday, July 13, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm
180 Woz Way, San Jose (Map)
Take a different look at some of your favorite stories from Storytime. We’ll screen short films based on Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, Snowy Day, and other classics.

Wonders of Wildlife Riparian Walk
Sunday, July 13, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Anderson Lake County Park, 19245 Malaguerra Ave, Morgan Hill (Map)
Free event
Take a short hike through a riparian area to identify animal signs, look for wildlife, and explore how we all fit into the ecosystem’s web of life. Meet at the Toyon picnic area. Reservations required. (408) 918-7982

Teddy Bear Festival at SF Zoo
Sunday, July 13, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
1 Zoo Rd, San Francisco (Map)
Each child who bring a teddy bear to the Zoo will receive a discount for $2 off admission. Offer cannot be combined with any other discount.  Pete the Polar Bear and Baxter the Brown Bear will be on hand to greet children of all ages for live music by the Raytones, take-home crafts, and a special photo op with the whole family of Berenstein Bears.

July 12-13

Airshow 2014
Saturday and Sunday, July 12-13, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Santa Clara County Model Aircraft Skypark, 10250 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill (Map)
Free event
This event will feature hands-on demonstrations and radio controlled flying aircraft like you won't see anywhere else. From Jets, to Giant Scale Warbirds and amazing aerobatics, this fun filled family weekend has it all. In the event there are limited amount of shade, so please bring a hat, and sunscreen. 

FIFA World Cup Viewings
Saturday, Jul 12, 11:30 am - 5:30 pm (Third place)
Sunday, Jul 13, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm    (Finals)
Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Market St, San Jose (Map)
Saint James Park, San Jose (Map)
Free event
Come and watch with the other fans the games on big screen and enjoy good live music.  
the screening will be held at two of downtown’s central parks ­– Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park and St. James Park

Palo Alto Clay and Glass Festival
Saturday and Sunday, July 12-13, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
1313 Newell Rd, Palo Alto (Map)
Free event
Featuring both fine and functional art, the Palo Alto Clay and Glass Festival is the largest show of its kind, with 150 artists displaying their work. Meet the artists and learn about their art. There will be variety of engaging activities, including hands-on pottery-making and wheel-throwing demonstrations.

Kids - eat - Free

Blue Jay Cafe - Everyday

San Francisco - 919 Divisadero Street (Map)

Kids eat free before 7:00 pm. One kid's meal for each entree purchased

Fogo de chao Brazilian stake house - Everyday

San Jose - 377 Santana Row, Ste. 1090 (Map)

Children 6 and under are complimentary. Children 7 to 12 are half price.  Any beverages, desserts, tax, and gratuity are additional.  An 18% gratuity is added to all parties of 6 or more

Dickey's - Sunday
Locations
1 Free Kid's Meal per paid adult meal of equal or greater value. Dine-in only. 12 and under. Must order from Kid's Meals. Not valid with other offers or promotions. There is also FREE ICE CREAM! all day, every day. Valid with any dine-in purchase.

Sonoma Chicken Coop - Monday and Tuesday
Campbell - 200 E. Campbell Avenue (Map)
San Jose - 5925 Almaden Expressway (Map)
San Jose - 1735 E. Capitol Expressway (Map)
Kids Eat Free" Mon-Tuesday (*some restrictions apply)

Chevy's - Tuesday and Sunday (offer expires 7/31/14)

Mountain View - 2116 W. El Camino Real (Map)

San Jose - 1502 Saratoga Avenue (Map)

San Jose - 5305 Almaden Expressway (Map)

Union City - 31100 Courthouse Drive (Map)

Foster City - 979-A Edgewater Blvd (Map)

Every Tuesday and Sunday kids eat Free! Get two free kids meals with every one paying adult. 

Kids must be 10 and under to qualify.

Denny's - Tuesday

Locations

Kids eat free 4-10 p.m. You also get free meal on your Birthday. *restrictions may apply.

Marie Callenders - Tuesday and Saturday
Sunnyvale - 751 East El Camino Real (Map)
San Jose -  620 Blossom Hill Rd.  (Map)
Receive one FREE KID'S MEAL with each adult entrée purchased! Limit one free kid's meal per adult entrée purchased. Only the lower priced kid's meal will be discounted. Does not include tax or gratuity. No cash value. Cannot be combined with any other offer, discount or coupon. Not valid on Holidays. Valid at participating locations only. Offer does not include beverages. Dine-in only. Limited time only.

Filippos Restaurant - Tuesday
Oakland - 5400 College Ave. (Map)
One FREE Kids meal per entrée ordered. Dine-in Only

Rocco's Cafe - Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
San Francisco - 1131 Folsom Street (Map)
kids 12 & under eat FREE with adult meal purchase.

Hobee's Restaurants - Wednesday night

Sunnyvale - 800 W Ahwanee Ave (Map)

Palo Alto - 4224 El Camino Real (Map)

Kids under 10 years of age who accompany an adult to Hobee’s on Wednesday night (after 5:00 PM) receive a free kids’ entree. Limit: One free entree per each adult / child combination.

Pasta Pomodoro - Thursday
Locations
One free kids meal from the Kids Menu (excludes add-ons) with the purchase of an adult entrée. Dine-In only. May not be combined with any other offer, discount or promotion.

Tomatina Fresh Italian - Thursday

Alameda - 1338 Park Street (Map)

Dublin - 4590 Dublin Blvd. (Map)

San Jose - 5245 Prospect Road (Map)

San Rafael - 5800 Northgate Mall, #138 (Map)

Santa Clara - 3127 Mission College Blvd. (Map)

Walnut Creek - 1325 N. Main Street (Map)

Select one entree from kid's menu per paid adult (dine - in only)

Willow Street Pizza  - Thursday
San Jose - 1072 Willow Street (Map)
Los Gatos -  20 South Santa Cruz Avenue #218 (Map)

Kids eat free Tuesday night, ask server for details.