Arts & Entertainment
Wish Dr. Seuss a Happy Birthday, Get Yourself New(ish) Clothes
A kids' clothing swap and a Seussian crafting party are among the fun activities to do with your family this week.
Every Wednesday, Piedmont Patch highlights five great things to do with your kids in town, or very close by. Here are this week's picks:
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Where/When: Actual Cafe, 6334 San Pablo Ave, Oakland. Wednesday, 6-8 p.m.
Why Go: The book by Maurice Sendak is a favorite of kids of all ages, and I've heard the movie isn't so bad either. Free popcorn for the kids, $4 pints and sandwiches for you.
Pricing: Free -
Where/When: , 5366 College Ave, Oakland. Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Why Go: Kids grow fast, so why waste those awesome clothes they have barely worn? Bring your stuff sized 0-3T and pick up something new at this clothing swap.
Pricing: $5 if you bring stuff to swap; $10 if you don't
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Where/When: , 2078 Antioch Ct, Oakland. Wednesdays and Friday, 10-11 a.m.
Why Go: The sun is shining, you want to start working out again, but how to do it with baby in tow? Stroller Strides will show you. Your first class is free, so there's not reason not to try it out.
Pricing: First class is free; 10-class pass, $150; unlimited monthly, $65
Where/When: Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland. Fridays, 7-10 p.m.
Why Go: This is a great activity to do with your kids, or even by yourself. You'll need to buy your own materials, and after that instructions and assistance with your telescope will be available every Friday evening.
Pricing: Cost of materials.
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Where/When: Museum of Children's Art, 538 Ninth St, Oakland. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Why Go: MOCHA will be celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday with special art projects and activities on a Dr. Seuss theme.
Pricing: $8 per child; free for members
