Grab & Go Kids Planner: Elephants' Day, Paws for a Cause

1. 

• Where/When: 9777 Golf Links Rd., Oakland; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Why Go: Praise the pachyderms! The Oakland Zoo presents a day dedicated to these lovable creatures, with tours of their habitats and special events celebrating elephants.
• Pricing: Free with zoo admission; about $8-$12, ages 2 and younger free

2. 

• Where/When: Pleasant Hill Park, 147 Gregory Ln., Pleasant Hill; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Why Go: Come out and walk to support the Humane Society. Enjoy a leisurely half-mile loop around the park, or have your friends and family sponsor you to walk a certain number of loops.  A prize will be awarded to the person who walks the farthest distance.
• Pricing: Free

3. 

• Where/When: Lawrence Hall of Science, Berkeley; Saturday, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Why Go: Every first and third  Saturday, weather permitting, stargazers can look through telescopes, ask questions and get answers and learn how to find constellations by looking at a star-map. Dress warmly in case of chilly weather.
• Pricing: Call for details

4. 

• Where/When: , 109 Civic Dr., Hercules; Saturday, 3 p.m.
• Why Go: Because it’s back by popular demand. Professor Ron Galen and his students from Contra Costa and Laney colleges will play a variety of solo and ensemble pieces.
• Pricing: Free

5. 

• Where/When: Berkeley Marsh, Sunday, 11 a.m.
• Why Go: Music and bubbles in the shapes of squares, and filled with fog! This amazing show will entertain children and parents alike.
• Pricing: $8 children, $11 adults