Family Fun Things to do April 22-29, 2017
Family fun events in the Silicon Valley for April 22 -29, 2017: Silicon Valley Comic Con | Monster Trucks | Hockey Playoff Tix $10 | Rip Stick Recall
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I’m going to be hanging out the Comic Con and Comcast Cares Day in San Francisco this weekend. And Wednesday, I’m looking forward to checking out John’s Incredible Pizza in Newark. The Grand Opening is April 26th.
Celebrate Family!
Marian
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Featured Upcoming Events April 22 – 29, 2017
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Monster Jam at Levi Stadium 4/22
I love Monster Jam! Tickets are as low as $20 (with code CHAVEZ on Ticketmaster).
These trucks are huge!!! Yet the drivers flip em, roll em, do donuts. You just have to see to believe. Come early for the Pit Party to take pictures and meet some drivers. Pit Party tickets are $10.
Monster Jam at Levi Stadium 4/22
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DisneyNature’s Born in ChinaThey are considered a National Treasure in China.
Just released this weekend DisneyNature’s Born in China.
Purchase tickets on Fandango.com
Read the review on Common Sense Media
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 Hockey Playoffs at SAP Center $10 Tickets!
Our San Jose Barracuda hockey team is playing for their championship this weekend. Tickets are $10 and up, $2 beer, $1 hot dogs! The Barracuda play Friday and Sunday. San Jose Barracuda Playoff Tickets
San Jose Sharks come home for their game vs the Edmonton Oilers. The Sharks play at SAP Center on Saturday.
If you are going to the games, help a pet by parking at Andy’s Pet Shop on Notre Dame. $20 of pet supplies gets you a parking space, 5 minutes from SAP.
San Jose Sharks Playoff Tickets
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Earth Day at Ghiradelli Square, 4/22 12 pm
The whole family can enjoy free activities such as bicycle powered live music by the Justin Ancheta Band, DJ Scratch, and special guests; crafts; games; henna tattoos; a raffle; and more.
Stop by Little Artistas, located in the Wurster Building, to learn how to make your own tea bags
Earth Day at Ghiradelli Square, 4/22 12 pm
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South Bay Fishing in the City at Ed Levin SCCP 4/22
South Bay Fishing in the City This is a free learn-to-fish event for children ages 5-15 with expert instruction and all necessary equipment. All events take place from 8:00 to 11:30 AM. No pre-reqistration required. This is a first come, first serve clinic operating from 8:00 – 10:00 AM. Children must be 5-15 years old. Participants first go through a clinic on the basics of fishing, including: safety and ethics, knot tying, casting and rigging. South Bay Fishing in the City at Ed Levin
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Free Admission to National Parks & Free Parking at Santa Clara County Parks
It’s National Parks Week and this gorgeous weather just calls us to go outside and play. Free admission to all US National Parks 4/22 & 4/23.
Free Admission to National Parks
Santa Clara County Parks is celebrating this even with Park Rx Day. Go take a walk. Get some exercise, enjoy the view.
Free Parking at Santa Clara County Parks
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Silicon Valley Comic Con 4/21 – 4/23
How to describe the Silicon Valley Comic Con? Imagine the Woz inviting 60,000 of his coolest friends to come to downtown San Jose for a 3 day party celebrating science, sci-fi, tech, nerdiness so far off the charts as to be immeasurable, and just plain fun? Add to it the special guests such as the cast members of Star Trek and Star Trek: The Next Generation, Grant Gustin (CW’s The Flash), Tom Felton (Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy and Julian Dorn / Doctor Alchemy on CW’s “The Flash”).
Family Friendly Events during the Silicon Valley Comic Con:
Kids STEAM Lab – The Hub during Show Hours
Silicon Valley Comic Con Outdoor Festival
Science Fair (on Saturday and Sunday during the Outdoor Festival)
Check out my post http://www.siliconvalleymom.com/silicon-valley-comic-con-2-0/
Discount code: Use promo code SJPL20 for 20% off tickets.
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Razor Recalls RipStik Motorized Caster Boards Due to Fall Hazard
Just got an email on this. This recall involves Razor RipStik electric motorized caster boards. Sold at Target, Toys R Us, Walmart, and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Razor.com, Target.com, toysrus.com and Walmart.com and other websites from February 2016 through April 2017 for about $180.
Click here for more details.
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April 12, 2025
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5:00 pm
Our all-day event is meant to provide fun, safe, and special memories for the whole family that will foster and grow cherished connections between your family and the San Francisco Bay.
- Discovery EcoVoyage: 10 – 12 pm, 1 – 3 pm, and 3 – 5 pm
- Under the sea with ME: 10:30 – 11:30 am
- Rosie’s Earth Day Jam: 11:45 – 12:30 am
Family fun for all ages! For more info, please go to: http://www.sfbaymsi.org/earthday
Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.
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Family Fun 4/15 – 4/22: Easter Egg Hunts 2017 | Stanford Cardinalpalooza Sports Festival | $5 Oakland A’s Tix
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Wishing everyone a Happy Easter, fun Spring Break and safe travels.
Marian
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We feature FANATICS.com because they are sell authentic merchandise for the Golden State Warriors, Raiders, Stanford, CAL, Sharks, 49ers, A’s and Giants! |
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Easter Egg Hunts April 15 – 16, 2017
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| 4/15 @ 7 AM |
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$25 – $50 |
| 4/15 @ 9 AM |
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Free |
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Varies |
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$5 – $6 |
| 4/15 @ 9:30 AM |
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10 |
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7 |
| 4/15 @ 10 AM |
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$3 – $5 |
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Varies |
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Free |
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Free |
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FWA |
| 4/15 @ 10:30 AM |
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Free |
| 4/15 @ 11 AM |
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10 |
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Free |
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| 4/15 @ 12 PM |
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Free |
| 4/15 @ 12 PM |
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Free |
| 4/15 @ 1 PM |
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5 |
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10 |
| 4/15 @ All Day |
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$22 – $29 |
| 4/16 @ All Day |
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$22 – $29 |
| 4/16 @ 10 AM |
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Free |
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Featured Upcoming Events April 15 – 22, 2017
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BSU Annual Youth Empowerment Conference at Stanford University 4/15
Annual Youth Empowerment Conference is a daylong event that includes a series of workshops on ethnic identity, education/admissions, advocacy and enterprise, as well as a diverse and interactive student panel. Link
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Cherry Blossom Festival in Japantown SF 4/15 & 4/16
The 50th annual Cherry Blossom Festival in Japantown SF. Events are scheduled from 12 – 5 but the festival is all day, April 8-9, 15-16. Link
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Earth Day at Oakland Zoo 4/15
Earth Day at Oakland Zoo is one of the biggest in the East Bay and always a blast! Concerts by Bay area favorite ASHEBA. Link
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Cardinalpalooza Sports Festival at Stanford University 4/15
Preview the 2017 football team at the Cardinal and White Spring Game as part of Cardinalpalooza an all day sports festival on the Farm. Link
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South Bay Fishing in the City at Ed Levin SCCP 4/22
South Bay Fishing in the City This is a free learn-to-fish event for children ages 5-15 with expert instruction and all necessary equipment. Link
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Cal Day at UC Berkeley 4/22
Welcome to Berkeley’s annual Open House! Experience the distinctive UC Berkeley spirit in the company of prospective students, families and friends. Link
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April 26, 2025
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Celebrate Earth Day at the Berkeley Marina. Enjoy live music, food, and activities for all ages. Connect with the community through live music, food, and hands-on educational activities
This free family-focused event celebrates the Bay, its local wildlife, and the people and agencies dedicated to its protection. Over 30 environmental and wildlife conservation organizations from around the Bay will share their exhibits with the public.
Visit each organization’s table for interactive games, science knowledge and live animals! Visit the Shorebird Park Nature Center, Adventure Playground and even take a free boat ride.
Music and entertainment scheduled:
- 11:00 am – 11:45 am : Opening drum circle – Everyone is welcome to join and bring your own drum or percussion instrument
- 11:45 am – 1:00 pm: Cool Operator – Reggae dance band
- 1:25 pm – 2:25 pm: Makuru – High energy West African dance band
- 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm : Los Boleros – Buena Vista Social Style Cuban music
Food vendors include: Brown Cap Organic Ice Cream, Curbside Kitchen, Roaming Bean Coffee, Dojo Dog, Royal Egyptian, and Southern Jazz Kitchen.
Waterfront Scavenger Hunt
Everyone is invited to join the Waterfront Scavenger Hunt, which will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.
The event takes place at the beautiful Shorebird Park in front of the Shorebird Nature Center. The Nature Center building is an example of environmentalism in action, with its sustainable straw-bale architecture and its marine conservation and education programs.
Disclaimer: Verify event details with the organizer or venue, as cancellations, changes, and errors may occur after events are added to our calendar. Report Event | Image credit/image courtesy of Berkeley Bay Festival
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