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The In’s and Outs of IEP’s
With Dr. Rebecca Hawley, Special Ed Law Advocate&amp; Child Development Specialist

This event is a must for parents of teens and young adults who have IEP’s (Individual Education Programs) or for those who are hoping to get one for their struggling child.

In conversation with Family Sanity Founder Lisa Scimens, Dr. Hawley will discuss: &nbsp;Is it ever too late to get an IEP?

How do I get a neuropsych evaluation?&nbsp; What if I can’t pay for it?
How do I get my school district to pay for a special school or a therapeutic program or an RTC?
Does my child’s IEP continue when they go to college?
What are my rights as a parent?

(This event will be recorded and can be replayed as a Family Sanity Podcast in the near future.)Tickets: www.familysanity.org

Local Event: "The In's and Out's of IEP's"

Sonoma County

Sonoma Valley

California

"The In's and Out's of IEP's"

The In’s and Outs of IEP’s
With Dr. Rebecca Hawley, Special Ed Law Advocate& Child Development Specialist

This event is a must...

Scout Hall

Escape to a tropical paradise at the Sugar City Market Place for a vibrant one-day event featuring over 20 local vendors. Enjoy free entry while you explore island eats, sweet treats, and unique finds in a beautiful beach-themed atmosphere.

Local Event: 5th Annual Dreaming Of The Islands

Contra Costa County

Martinez

5th Annual Dreaming Of The Islands

Escape to a tropical paradise at the Sugar City Market Place for a vibrant one-day event featuring over 20 local vendors. Enjoy...

Susana Street Park, 701 Susana St, Martinez, CA, 94553

Join the Martinez Arts Association for the 55th Annual celebration featuring a vibrant selection of fine arts and crafts booths. This community-focused event offers a full day of entertainment with over 65 vendors, live music, local food trucks, and a selection of wine and beer options.

Local Event: Art In The Park

Art In The Park

Join the Martinez Arts Association for the 55th Annual celebration featuring a vibrant selection of fine arts and crafts...

Claremont Resort & Club

The days are still long and the nights are still warm, but you can feel it. Summer is winding down.
Before the season slips away, treat yourself to an evening you will still be talking about well into the fall.
<a href="https://www.conjuring.live/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CONJURING WONDER</a> returns Friday, August 21st at the Claremont Resort &amp; Club in Berkeley. An intimate, interactive evening of magic and mind reading up-close and personal.
<a href="https://www.conjuring.live" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Get your Summer-Time Magic tickets now!</a>Let's make CONJURING WONDER one of your summer memories.
PS -- The best summer memories are made with your friends. Reserve your seats while they're still available.

Local Event: CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

Lamorinda

CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

The days are still long and the nights are still warm, but you can feel it. Summer is winding down.
Before the season slips...

Pacheco Community Center

Art, Food Trucks, and Live MusicAugust 22 - 23 | 9am - 4pm
Come out and enjoy a fun-filled community event featuring a variety of handmade goods from talented local makers and artisans. Browse unique, handcrafted finds while enjoying delicious eats from local food trucks and live music throughout the event.
Bring your friends and family, support local small businesses and creators, grab something tasty to eat, and spend the day enjoying great music and a lively community atmosphere. There’s something for everyone to discover and enjoy!

Local Event: Pacheco's Artisan Fair

Pacheco's Artisan Fair

Art, Food Trucks, and Live MusicAugust 22 - 23 | 9am - 4pm
Come out and enjoy a fun-filled community event featuring a variety...

Five Suns Brewing

Oktoberfest at 5 Suns means a knotty, wickedly fun Grainbakers pretzel night. Shape your own spent grain dough, take home hot, golden pretzels baked on-site, and learn the secrets to dreamy beer cheese and dipping mustard.
 
This class is hands-on learning, making and baking fun!
<ul><li>Learn rolling and shaping pretzels</li><li>Make your own creations - traditional or make fun shapes!</li><li>Participate in our pretzel shape-to-bake steps and method</li><li>How to make hot cheddar cheese pub dip for your pretzels</li><li>Eat some pretzels, mustard and hot beer cheese right in class! </li></ul>

Each ticket holder will leave class with:
<ul><li>Ready-to-eat hot soft pretzels and a few pretzels ready to freeze when you get them home.</li><li>Recipe cards for the Grainbakers Soft Pretzels, Grainbakers Hot Cheddar Cheese Dip and our Pretzel Dipping Mustard</li><li>A new dough cutter/bench scraper</li></ul>

Local Event: Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

Oktoberfest at 5 Suns means a knotty, wickedly fun Grainbakers pretzel night. Shape your own spent grain dough, take home hot,...

Don Tatzin Community Hall

Families across the Bay Area are invited to discover the many paths available after high school at the West Coast ALT Fair, returning to Lafayette on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Hosted by Prepare to Bloom, the ALT Fair is a free community event designed to introduce students, parents, educators, therapists, and counselors to the growing number of post-secondary options beyond the traditional four-year college experience. The event will take place from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at the Lafayette Public Library's Don Tatzin Community Hall.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet directly with representatives from a wide range of organizations, including:
<ul><li>Gap year and wellness programs</li><li>Young adult transitional living programs</li><li>College support and executive functioning programs</li><li>Vocational and career training organizations</li><li>Therapeutic and specialized post-secondary supports</li><li>Apprenticeship and experiential learning opportunities</li></ul>
Rather than sitting through presentations, families can browse at their own pace, ask questions, compare programs, and have meaningful conversations with professionals who specialize in helping young adults find the right next step.
"The goal of the ALT Fair has always been to help families realize they have more options than they may have been told," said Shayna Abraham, founder of Prepare to Bloom. "Every student deserves a path that fits who they are, not just the path that's most familiar."
The event is designed for:
<ul><li>Parents of high school, and young adult students</li><li>High school students and recent graduates</li><li>Young adults exploring next steps</li><li>Therapists, educational consultants, and school and college counselors</li><li>Anyone interested in learning more about nontraditional post-secondary opportunities</li></ul>
Admission is free, though advance registration is encouraged.
The ALT Fair will be followed by a professional networking day on Friday, September 25, bringing together referring professionals and program representatives from across the country to strengthen collaboration and improve access to resources for families.
For additional information or to register, visit Prepare to Bloom's ALT Fair page.

Local Event: Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College

Walnut Creek

Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring...

Families across the Bay Area are invited to discover the many paths available after high school at the West Coast ALT Fair,...

Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College

Four Fools Winery

Step into a world where every day feels like Halloween… and every glass comes with a little magic.
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon on the San Pablo Bay at Four Fools Winery for This Is Hallo-Wine, a spooky and whimsical market inspired by Nightmare Before Christmas and other beloved Tim Burton classics — filled with eerie delights, hauntingly good wine, and strange treasures waiting to be discovered.
Wander through a beautifully bizarre marketplace featuring:
<ul><li>Spooky vendors &amp; gothic treasures</li><li>Themed Sallys Wine potion Cocktails</li><li>Music, atmosphere, and Halloween Town vibes</li><li>Costumes encouraged (but never required!)</li><li>Waterfront views, strange surprises, and plenty of mischief</li></ul>




Free Skeleton Key with specific eventbrite ticket +&nbsp;Other Free Giveaways &amp; Crafts

Whether you’re the Pumpkin King himself, a spooky season enthusiast, or just here for the wine and weirdness, this immersive market is the perfect way to celebrate the strange and unusual.
Bring your friends, throw on your favorite spooky attire, and sip among the shadows with us.
🎟️ FREE ENTRY — Claim your tickets now before they disappear&nbsp;

Local Event: This Is Hallo-Wine: Inspired by Nightmare Before Christmas 

Rodeo

This Is Hallo-Wine: Inspired by Nightmare...

Step into a world where every day feels like Halloween… and every glass comes with a little magic.
Join us for an unforgettable...

This Is Hallo-Wine: Inspired by Nightmare Before Christmas 

Bay Area

Pleasant Hill

Solano County

Benicia

Angela Woodall

Concord

Pinole-Hercules

El Cerrito

Alameda County

Fernando Haro

Berkeley

Albany

Rockridge

Devine Records & Vintage

Independent vinyl record and vintage store sells used vinyl records, cassette tapes, CDs, stereo equipment and vintage jewelry.

Free travel services for Disney & Universal destinations

Jasmina Pique, Travel Agent

Hi, my name is Jasmina and I am a local travel agent specializing in Disney &amp; Universal destinations. I provide personalized planning, expert tips, and help with secure the best options available at no extra cost to you. From park tickets and hotels accommodations to dining reservations and personalized itinerary guidance, I make planning your vacation simple and stress-free. *Bonus: When you book your vacation package with me, you may qualify for special client perks or gift card incentives! Let’s start planning your next magical adventure! Follow along for travel tips and inspiration: Instagram: @jaspique_martinmagicaltravels

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Oakley

Hi, my name is Jasmina and I am a local travel agent specializing in Disney & Universal destinations. I provide personalized planning, expert tips,...

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Saturday, August 15

"The In's and Out's of IEP's"

AUG

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2:00 PM

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Sunday, August 16

Art In The Park

AUG

16

10:00 AM

Martinez, CA

Friday, August 21

CONJURING WONDER - Magic: Up-Close & Personal

AUG

21

7:00 PM

Claremont Resort & Club, 41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA

Thursday, September 10

Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

SEP

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6:30 PM

Five Suns Brewing, 626 Main St, Martinez, CA

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Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

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Jasmina Pique, Travel Agent