Friday, September 30, 2011
Coming Up: Jump Start Read for the Record - free Gymboree class
Gymboree joined with Jumpstart’s Read for the Record, a day when millions of families and celebrities read to promote early education. You can go to your local Gymboree Play & Music for a free “red pajama, reading party” on October 6th. In honor of Jumpstart’s Read for the Record day, Gymboree students at every location will read this year’s book, Llama Llama Red Pajama, by Anna Dewdney and participate in themed activities. Getting involved is simple. Pledge today to read at www.ReadfortheRecord.org and take advantage of your first free Gymboree class on October 6th, for a celebration of reading and learning.
Coming Up: Marin Headlands Family Hike
This weekend, NatureBridge is hosting “Animal Families of the Headlands,” an event for Bay Area families to spend the afternoon outdoors together, discovering the unique characteristics of animals who call the Headlands home.
NatureBridge is a nonprofit organization that partners with the National Parks Service to bring kids outdoors, helping kids get into nature, to instill that sense of awe and appreciation for the environment that is so easily lost in the “digital age.” They have student and family programming in four locations, including in the Marin Headlands. NatureBridge works with schools across the Bay Area and many of their programs serve diverse or low-income students.
If you can't make this, but are still interested, NatureBridge is also hosting a series of “Golden Gate Play Dates” in October (11 and 25) and November 8th, a 2 hour, hands-on program that will help guide your child’s natural curiosity in outdoor adventures. It’s best suited for children ages 3-5. In fact, you can see a slew of similar family programs on NatureBridge’s website, too. The other programs look fabulous, including an arts fall open house, night hike and campfire and more.
When: October 9, from 1-4
What: Animal Families of the Headlands
Who: kids of all ages plus adults
Where: Headlands Institute, 1033 Fort Cronkhite, Sausalito
Cost: $15/person
RSVP: required here
NatureBridge is a nonprofit organization that partners with the National Parks Service to bring kids outdoors, helping kids get into nature, to instill that sense of awe and appreciation for the environment that is so easily lost in the “digital age.” They have student and family programming in four locations, including in the Marin Headlands. NatureBridge works with schools across the Bay Area and many of their programs serve diverse or low-income students.
If you can't make this, but are still interested, NatureBridge is also hosting a series of “Golden Gate Play Dates” in October (11 and 25) and November 8th, a 2 hour, hands-on program that will help guide your child’s natural curiosity in outdoor adventures. It’s best suited for children ages 3-5. In fact, you can see a slew of similar family programs on NatureBridge’s website, too. The other programs look fabulous, including an arts fall open house, night hike and campfire and more.
When: October 9, from 1-4
What: Animal Families of the Headlands
Who: kids of all ages plus adults
Where: Headlands Institute, 1033 Fort Cronkhite, Sausalito
Cost: $15/person
RSVP: required here
Focus Group: Parents, Power Tools and Commerce
Focus groups for Plaza Research
Parents
Thursday, October 6th, a 2-hour focus group discussion
Requirement: Parents ages 26-64
Incentive: $100
If you are interested in the Parents study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PSCSRWC
Power Tools Monday, October 10th, a 2-hour focus group discussion Requirement: Males ages 25-64 interested in power tools Incentive: $100 If you are interested in the Power Tools study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7BK8XCP
Commerce Thursday, October 6th Friday, October 7th, 1-hour individual interview Requirement: Males and females ages 18-45 Incentive: $75.00 If you are interested in the Commerce study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dEhDZXZSNHgyQkdSV1Q5RlAtYW5JNHc6MA
Deals of the Day: Movies, Dining, Party Supplies, Crafts, Shoes, Diapers
Some great deals today.
RESTAURANT.COM
Get $25 restaurant.com coupons for $1 today - this doesn't come around often. Use code WOW at checkout, through today only.
For all the Plum deals below, I just put in one set of links at the bottom to make it easier.
CRAFTY PLAYHOUSE
Get a cardboard playhouse your kids can decorate for $20 ($40 value) - plenty of designs to choose from this price range. Get links below. Find on San Francisco-related Plum pages
DIAPERS.COM
Get $30 in diapers.com credit for $15. An everywhere deal.
INDIAN FOOD/MOVIE
Date night! For $18, you get two all-you-can-eat meals at Little India on the Peninsula and two AMC movie tickets - $46 value. On the Peninsula page.
SHOEBUY.COM
Get $30 in shoebuy.com credit for $15. This is an everywhere deal.
For all Plum deals use the links below - for all the deals, you may have to look around on the page to find it. Use the code plumlove at checkout and save an additional 30%. You're welcome!
If you're new to Plum District deals, get the deal here.
If you're already a Plum District member, get the deal here.
PARTY IN A BOX
Get all the party stuff (plates, invitations, decorations, etc.) in a box from Doodledeals - $45 for $100 in credit.
Buying through the links here supports Frisco Kids.
RESTAURANT.COM
Get $25 restaurant.com coupons for $1 today - this doesn't come around often. Use code WOW at checkout, through today only.
For all the Plum deals below, I just put in one set of links at the bottom to make it easier.
CRAFTY PLAYHOUSE
Get a cardboard playhouse your kids can decorate for $20 ($40 value) - plenty of designs to choose from this price range. Get links below. Find on San Francisco-related Plum pages
DIAPERS.COM
Get $30 in diapers.com credit for $15. An everywhere deal.
INDIAN FOOD/MOVIE
Date night! For $18, you get two all-you-can-eat meals at Little India on the Peninsula and two AMC movie tickets - $46 value. On the Peninsula page.
SHOEBUY.COM
Get $30 in shoebuy.com credit for $15. This is an everywhere deal.
For all Plum deals use the links below - for all the deals, you may have to look around on the page to find it. Use the code plumlove at checkout and save an additional 30%. You're welcome!
If you're new to Plum District deals, get the deal here.
If you're already a Plum District member, get the deal here.
PARTY IN A BOX
Get all the party stuff (plates, invitations, decorations, etc.) in a box from Doodledeals - $45 for $100 in credit.
Buying through the links here supports Frisco Kids.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Coming Up: Bay Area Science Festival
10 days - 50 events. You're bound to find something you like!
"The Bay Area will come alive with science & technology activities – lectures, debates, exhibitions, concerts, plays, workshops, and more. This ambitious collaborative public education initiative brings together our leading academic, scientific, corporate, and non-profit institutions to showcase the region as an international leader in innovation. Science happens all around us and directly impacts our daily lives – are you ready to unleash your inner scientist?"
When: October 29-November 6, 2011
Info: Bay Area Science Festival
Discovery Days at Cal State East Bay - October 29 from 11-4
Representatives from UCSF, Chabot Space and Science Center, Lawrence Hall of Science, the Tech Museum and others. See the awesome list of activities here.
Coming Up: Free Museum Day - Bank of America
Bank of America's Museums on Us program runs this weekend, giving B of A cardholders (credit or debit) one free admission per card at participating museums. We've used this program and love it! It's this weekend, October 1-2 (some museums are only one day). The website won't let me give you an individual list of cities to click, so just check the main website and look for California in the pull-down menu.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Four Steps to Creating a Dazzling 'Witching Hour' Haunted House
Today I bring you a guest post!
Want to turn your home into a bewitching, "trick-or-treating" haunt for the kids? Read on to find our four simple yet devilishly delightful ways to make your home memorable for the holiday . . .
The Whimsy Within
The end of any good haunt is the indoors, and since it is the easiest to maintain we will begin here. Decorating indoors is also a great way to enjoy your own Halloween decorations as the outside, while you will take great pride in it, is designed more to impress the neighbors and passersby - and their awe is your glee! (Cackle!)
If you don't know where to start, a bookshelf or a mission table is a great place to begin adding your whimsy. Glass bottles or sand art bottles can be used to create potion vials. Simply fill them with colored water and place them within eye's line of the door.
Old broomsticks add a wonderful bewitching style, so don't forget to place one of these in a nearby corner and hang a witch's or wizard's hat on your coat rack. A bubbling cauldron can also be made with a simple punch bowl or store bought Halloween cauldron and food-grade dry ice – which makes for a great end-of-the-haunt treat when paired with fruit juice.
Another great idea to go along with our theme? Fill these sand bottles with drinkable liquid like Kool-Aid dyed black. Don't forget to dim the lights and light the candles!
Think it Outside
Indoor scenes are easily set because we know our living room's layout in the dark. But outdoor scenes are a bit more tricky. Local corn maze experts and haunted house owners recommend beginning with a graph or sketch of what you want to do and where. The best way to do this is to take scale of your yard – what bushes, shrubs or nooks and crannies make good hiding places for figures, lights or other haunt worthy items?
Pulling off the Theme
There are many great themes out there for haunts but the best is the one that strikes your imagination the most. If you aren't a fan of our Witching Hour haunt, you can alter the steps in this article to better suit your favorite theme.
We love the idea of spells gone wrong, which is a great way to lead kids to the doorstep of the wicked witch. Use your imagination. A scarecrow can easily become a disaster with a mask from the Halloween store. Animal masks make the most peculiar sights but you can go for scarier masks if you are aiming for an older audience. This is a great place to hide a tape player that repeats "Don't mess with the witch." Check out this scary sound effects tutorial on how to make your voice really scary! Or if you chose to complete our sand bottle ideas for passing out to children you know, you could say "Don't drink the water."
Plastic feathered ravens are a hot commodity at Halloween so they are easy to find. Place them high in trees with lighted features. Again, a great place for a recording. How about "Quote the raven – Nevermore. Nevermore."
Storing Your Haunt
Depending on how complicated your haunt is you will need to store items in different ways. Decide what items can be safely housed and what items may need to be rebought. Flimsy props like scarecrows and garbage bags will need to be tossed but other pricier items like lighting and other sturdy props can be recycled.
Halloween lights are easily stored with garden hose holders. Small items can be tossed into clear bins for easy finding. Larger items may be best served in the garage or attic. Thus you might consider going vertical with large shelving units or hanging racks to safely store these items that can be dangerous with little ones around.
While these four steps are just the basics of bringing your haunt to life, the true spell of Halloween lies within your imagination. Garage sales, junk yards and other like stores are a great place to find items. Remember, it doesn't have to make sense . . . if you like it, get it and work into your decor. The results might just be magic!
Written by Chris Molnar, editor of the Halloween blog Halloweenalliance.com. With the leaves falling, the air growing crisper and the wind beginning it's cold howl at night, friends around him will note a springier step and strange look in his eyes that they don't see during the summer!
Want to turn your home into a bewitching, "trick-or-treating" haunt for the kids? Read on to find our four simple yet devilishly delightful ways to make your home memorable for the holiday . . .
The Whimsy Within
The end of any good haunt is the indoors, and since it is the easiest to maintain we will begin here. Decorating indoors is also a great way to enjoy your own Halloween decorations as the outside, while you will take great pride in it, is designed more to impress the neighbors and passersby - and their awe is your glee! (Cackle!)
If you don't know where to start, a bookshelf or a mission table is a great place to begin adding your whimsy. Glass bottles or sand art bottles can be used to create potion vials. Simply fill them with colored water and place them within eye's line of the door.
Old broomsticks add a wonderful bewitching style, so don't forget to place one of these in a nearby corner and hang a witch's or wizard's hat on your coat rack. A bubbling cauldron can also be made with a simple punch bowl or store bought Halloween cauldron and food-grade dry ice – which makes for a great end-of-the-haunt treat when paired with fruit juice.
Another great idea to go along with our theme? Fill these sand bottles with drinkable liquid like Kool-Aid dyed black. Don't forget to dim the lights and light the candles!
Think it Outside
Indoor scenes are easily set because we know our living room's layout in the dark. But outdoor scenes are a bit more tricky. Local corn maze experts and haunted house owners recommend beginning with a graph or sketch of what you want to do and where. The best way to do this is to take scale of your yard – what bushes, shrubs or nooks and crannies make good hiding places for figures, lights or other haunt worthy items?
Pulling off the Theme
There are many great themes out there for haunts but the best is the one that strikes your imagination the most. If you aren't a fan of our Witching Hour haunt, you can alter the steps in this article to better suit your favorite theme.
We love the idea of spells gone wrong, which is a great way to lead kids to the doorstep of the wicked witch. Use your imagination. A scarecrow can easily become a disaster with a mask from the Halloween store. Animal masks make the most peculiar sights but you can go for scarier masks if you are aiming for an older audience. This is a great place to hide a tape player that repeats "Don't mess with the witch." Check out this scary sound effects tutorial on how to make your voice really scary! Or if you chose to complete our sand bottle ideas for passing out to children you know, you could say "Don't drink the water."
Plastic feathered ravens are a hot commodity at Halloween so they are easy to find. Place them high in trees with lighted features. Again, a great place for a recording. How about "Quote the raven – Nevermore. Nevermore."
Storing Your Haunt
Depending on how complicated your haunt is you will need to store items in different ways. Decide what items can be safely housed and what items may need to be rebought. Flimsy props like scarecrows and garbage bags will need to be tossed but other pricier items like lighting and other sturdy props can be recycled.
Halloween lights are easily stored with garden hose holders. Small items can be tossed into clear bins for easy finding. Larger items may be best served in the garage or attic. Thus you might consider going vertical with large shelving units or hanging racks to safely store these items that can be dangerous with little ones around.
While these four steps are just the basics of bringing your haunt to life, the true spell of Halloween lies within your imagination. Garage sales, junk yards and other like stores are a great place to find items. Remember, it doesn't have to make sense . . . if you like it, get it and work into your decor. The results might just be magic!
Written by Chris Molnar, editor of the Halloween blog Halloweenalliance.com. With the leaves falling, the air growing crisper and the wind beginning it's cold howl at night, friends around him will note a springier step and strange look in his eyes that they don't see during the summer!
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Halloween Costume Links
We're working on Halloween costume ideas in our household. Looking at these links bring some inspiration.
Frisco Kids' classic Halloween costumes on the cheap
Groupon has an onlline deal today and tomorrow, $30 in credit for $15. It's at Halloween Mart and it's an online deal. I saw it on the San Jose page.
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
Red Tricycle has a list of local costume stores (that include thrift and consignment stores).
Halloween deals and coupons online - by Bargain Babe. Some of the discounts might be gone by the time this posts, but many are still good.
Frisco Kids' classic Halloween costumes on the cheap
Groupon has an onlline deal today and tomorrow, $30 in credit for $15. It's at Halloween Mart and it's an online deal. I saw it on the San Jose page.
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
Red Tricycle has a list of local costume stores (that include thrift and consignment stores).
Halloween deals and coupons online - by Bargain Babe. Some of the discounts might be gone by the time this posts, but many are still good.
Frisco Kids Survey - Results - and you can still fill it out!
Thank you to those who filled out the Frisco Kids survey! The responses are SOOO helpful in planning this site.
If you haven't filled it out, it's still up and I'd love to get your input. It's only 7 questions and it's really easy and anonymous too.
If you haven't filled it out, it's still up and I'd love to get your input. It's only 7 questions and it's really easy and anonymous too.
The survey gave me a really good understand of your Bay Area region, how old your kids are and what content you're looking for. I'll be making adjustments to the site based on what you said. Just know that there were sometimes opposite statements made by different readers. A few readers said there were too many deals posted, while others wanted more. Some readers said there's too much posted about events in the South Bay, while others said there weren't enough. It's nice to know it's not just parents raising young kids reading Frisco Kids - grandmothers read it too, to find things to do with their grandkids!
I appreciate everyone's enthusiasm for the site and wonderful comments. I'll take all the comments into account and refocus what's posted.
Deals of the Day: Gilroy Gardens, Jamba Juice Yogurt, Commonwealth Club
A few deals for today:
JAMBA JUICE YOGURT
I didn't know Jamba Juice had yogurt, but they do. They're offering 50% off on two medium frozen yogurts with toppings - 9 flavors, lots of mix-in. Deal will cost you $5 ($10.50 value). Use by the end of the year. Valid at participating sites - see the list here.
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
Don't forget I posted a coupon for $2 smoothies or oatmeal and $1 baked goods here - good through 9/27 (tomorrow).
GILROY GARDENS
Get a Gilroy Gardens ticket for $15 on Plum District Deals. This works as a one day admission (though not good for Holiday Lights). It's good through November, including the trick or treat October weekends. FYI - after you order, they'll mail you the ticket snail mail - expect a delay of 10 days, so keep that in mind when planning your visit. It didn't say how many tickets you could buy.
Through Friday, you can use the coupon code plumlove to save 30% on deals - though it won't work for this deal, which they call a Plum Steal. They usually don't offer additional savings on Plum Steals. Use it on other deals on the site, though.
COMMONWEALTH CLUB
I used to go to some of their events when I was pre-kids. Ah, to listen to interesting lectures again - and not on podcast! Groupon has a deal for varying memberships at the Commonwealth Club - an aweseome organization that attracts the highest level speakers.
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
Frisco Kids uses affiliate links for some deals and you support the website by using those links.
JAMBA JUICE YOGURT
I didn't know Jamba Juice had yogurt, but they do. They're offering 50% off on two medium frozen yogurts with toppings - 9 flavors, lots of mix-in. Deal will cost you $5 ($10.50 value). Use by the end of the year. Valid at participating sites - see the list here.
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
Don't forget I posted a coupon for $2 smoothies or oatmeal and $1 baked goods here - good through 9/27 (tomorrow).
GILROY GARDENS
Get a Gilroy Gardens ticket for $15 on Plum District Deals. This works as a one day admission (though not good for Holiday Lights). It's good through November, including the trick or treat October weekends. FYI - after you order, they'll mail you the ticket snail mail - expect a delay of 10 days, so keep that in mind when planning your visit. It didn't say how many tickets you could buy.
Through Friday, you can use the coupon code plumlove to save 30% on deals - though it won't work for this deal, which they call a Plum Steal. They usually don't offer additional savings on Plum Steals. Use it on other deals on the site, though.
COMMONWEALTH CLUB
I used to go to some of their events when I was pre-kids. Ah, to listen to interesting lectures again - and not on podcast! Groupon has a deal for varying memberships at the Commonwealth Club - an aweseome organization that attracts the highest level speakers.
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
Frisco Kids uses affiliate links for some deals and you support the website by using those links.
Sunday, September 25, 2011
What's new at the Monterey Bay Aquarium?
The Monterey Bay Aquarium has some new things this fall. If you haven't been in awhile, now may be the time to plan a day trip! This summer they reopened the Outer Bay galleries as the Open Sea, a million gallon tank. It focuses on the migrations of ocean animals across the Pacific and the constant motion of life in the open ocean. You'll see swirls of schooling fishes (sardines), jellies, predators such as sharks (hammerhead and sandbar) and tunas, barracuda, stingrays, ocean sunfish, sea turtles and seabirds share this wild territory. In one instant the water appears empty; in another, it teems with life.
The aquarium's pioneering white shark research project resumes this year, and a young great white shark is currently on exhibit.
Check out some parent getaway lodging in Monterey on our great list here.
And check out three Bay Area aquariums worth the trip.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Free (almost) Cold Stone Ice Cream
Cold Stone's annual Make-a-Wish fundraiser is coming up on September 27, 2011, from 5-8 p.m. For a donation, you'll get a scoop of Sprinkled with Wishes (sweet cream ice cream, brownie, rainbow sprinkles and fudge). It doesn't sound as bad as some previous years. Actually, it's almost identical to Jack's creation in 2009, except it has fudge instead of caramel. It's a little scary how I knew that.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Deal of the Day: Stride Rite Shoes, Halloween Cupcakes, Peet's Coffee, Wine, Women's Expo
STRIDE RITE SHOES
When my kids were young, I remember when the chaos that would ensue when Stride Rite shoes went on sale at Howard's Shoes. My kids are a too old for them now (my daughter almost wears my shoe size - at age 10). But you can get Stride Rite shoes on sale today at Totsy. Get 65% off of 87 different styles. Prices range from $9-22 for this sale. You might need to join Totsy to look at the selection (it's free and quick). There will also be Sperry Top-Siders and Robeez on sale, sizes 1-10. The sale runs through next Tuesday at 8 a.m. PST.
MUSEUM OF CHILDREN'S ART
This Oakland Museum of Children's Art, which I mentioned in my post on Bay Area art programs for kids, has a deal through the weekend where you can get a family membership for $45 (value $100). It includes unlimited drop-in art sessions, discounts on camp, and other perks. It would be a great holiday gift for family to give to you, or for you to give to others (or yourself).
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
WINE AND APPETIZERS
For $20, get a bottle of wine and 3 appetizers at Unwind on Union in SF ($40 value).
If already a member of Plum District Deals, get the deal here.
If new to Plum District Deals, get the deal here. (You'll get $10 in credit when you sign up as a new member - good for the next 10,000 people to sign up)
Plum actually has several wine deals going on right now - you'll find all the details at the links above, but here's what else you can get:
-Six hour wine country tour plus champagne/limo seating 8 ($369)
-tickets to San Francisco Vintner's Market in SF on October 15-16 ($28-35)
ULTIMATE WOMEN'S EXPO
This looks like fun! A day of manicures, massages, cocktails, speakers and shopping at the San Francisco Women's Expo on October 8-9. It's from 10-5, so your partner or parents can watch the kids and you can still get some girl time in. Dyan Cannon and Jane Fonda will be speaking at the event. Get 4 tickets for $10 (value: $40) at Plum District. For you Jewish ladies out there, October 8 is Yom Kippur, but October 9 is not.
If already a member of Plum District Deals, get the deal here.
If new to Plum District Deals, get the deal here.
PEET'S COFFEE
Buy one drink get one free through this Sunday. Coupon here.
HALLOWEEN CUPCAKE TOPPERS
Are you planning a Halloween party this year? Are you room parent? Look at these cute Halloween cupcake toppers:
You can get them for $12 (50% off) at Mamapedia - use the widget below for the link, even though the picture shown may not be for the same deal (they're all listed on the same page):
RESTAURANT.COM
Get a $25 restaurant.com certificate for $2 using the code FALL until September 30.
You support Frisco Kids by making purchases using the links above.
When my kids were young, I remember when the chaos that would ensue when Stride Rite shoes went on sale at Howard's Shoes. My kids are a too old for them now (my daughter almost wears my shoe size - at age 10). But you can get Stride Rite shoes on sale today at Totsy. Get 65% off of 87 different styles. Prices range from $9-22 for this sale. You might need to join Totsy to look at the selection (it's free and quick). There will also be Sperry Top-Siders and Robeez on sale, sizes 1-10. The sale runs through next Tuesday at 8 a.m. PST.
MUSEUM OF CHILDREN'S ART
This Oakland Museum of Children's Art, which I mentioned in my post on Bay Area art programs for kids, has a deal through the weekend where you can get a family membership for $45 (value $100). It includes unlimited drop-in art sessions, discounts on camp, and other perks. It would be a great holiday gift for family to give to you, or for you to give to others (or yourself).
If you're new to Groupon, get the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon member, get the deal here.
WINE AND APPETIZERS
For $20, get a bottle of wine and 3 appetizers at Unwind on Union in SF ($40 value).
If already a member of Plum District Deals, get the deal here.
If new to Plum District Deals, get the deal here. (You'll get $10 in credit when you sign up as a new member - good for the next 10,000 people to sign up)
Plum actually has several wine deals going on right now - you'll find all the details at the links above, but here's what else you can get:
-Six hour wine country tour plus champagne/limo seating 8 ($369)
-tickets to San Francisco Vintner's Market in SF on October 15-16 ($28-35)
ULTIMATE WOMEN'S EXPO
This looks like fun! A day of manicures, massages, cocktails, speakers and shopping at the San Francisco Women's Expo on October 8-9. It's from 10-5, so your partner or parents can watch the kids and you can still get some girl time in. Dyan Cannon and Jane Fonda will be speaking at the event. Get 4 tickets for $10 (value: $40) at Plum District. For you Jewish ladies out there, October 8 is Yom Kippur, but October 9 is not.
If already a member of Plum District Deals, get the deal here.
If new to Plum District Deals, get the deal here.
PEET'S COFFEE
Buy one drink get one free through this Sunday. Coupon here.
HALLOWEEN CUPCAKE TOPPERS
Are you planning a Halloween party this year? Are you room parent? Look at these cute Halloween cupcake toppers:
RESTAURANT.COM
Get a $25 restaurant.com certificate for $2 using the code FALL until September 30.
You support Frisco Kids by making purchases using the links above.
Link love - What I'm reading
The Kitchen Hour - by Meagan Francis. The Happiest Mom writer talks about how her daily hour (or so) in the kitchen makes space for the family and for bigger picture thinking. What do you do to give yourself time to think?
My friend Heather is spending a year traveling around the world with her family (the kids are under 10). Here's a great post on what it's like to BE the attraction in China.
In time for school and fall organization, here are free printable planning worksheets from Mommytracked. For some other cute designs, check out LobotoME (they're not free).
I'm not really a foodie, but reading my cousin Ilana's blog Whisked makes me feel like one. She recently graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and she catalogues her time there, as well as many of the other meals she makes or eats. The photography is great, and her enthusiasm is infectious.
Sex on Six Legs
- Insect Sex excerpt - from the New York Times.
Best bike trails for kids - from Red Tricycle
Is SpongeBob bad for your kids? Maybe you saw the headlines. Read one mom's view.
My friend Heather is spending a year traveling around the world with her family (the kids are under 10). Here's a great post on what it's like to BE the attraction in China.
In time for school and fall organization, here are free printable planning worksheets from Mommytracked. For some other cute designs, check out LobotoME (they're not free).
I'm not really a foodie, but reading my cousin Ilana's blog Whisked makes me feel like one. She recently graduated from the Culinary Institute of America and she catalogues her time there, as well as many of the other meals she makes or eats. The photography is great, and her enthusiasm is infectious.
Sex on Six Legs
- Insect Sex excerpt - from the New York Times.Best bike trails for kids - from Red Tricycle
Is SpongeBob bad for your kids? Maybe you saw the headlines. Read one mom's view.
What to do this weekend?
What to do this weekend?
--See a museum for free with Smithsonian's Free Museum Day.
--Get some used books at the SF library's giant book sale.
--Dine at the food truck even in Larkspur.
--Pick some apples or visit a pumpkin patch.
--Find your way through a corn maze.
--Go see Shrek the Musical.
--Check out Red Tricycle's list of weekend events.
--Check out Savvy Cities' list of weekend events.
--Check out SFKids.org's calendar of weekend events
--See a museum for free with Smithsonian's Free Museum Day.
--Get some used books at the SF library's giant book sale.
--Dine at the food truck even in Larkspur.
--Pick some apples or visit a pumpkin patch.
--Find your way through a corn maze.
--Go see Shrek the Musical.
--Check out Red Tricycle's list of weekend events.
--Check out Savvy Cities' list of weekend events.
--Check out SFKids.org's calendar of weekend events
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Focus Groups: Money, Transportation, Wellness, Radio
Three new focus groups recruiting for Plaza Research in SF.
~Health and Wellness~
Monday, September 19th-Tuesday, September 27th, a 2-hour pairs interview
Requirement: Couples ages 30-60 interested in Health and Wellness
Incentive: $300 per couple
If you are interested in the Health and Wellness study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N36PR9L
~Radio~
Friday, September 2, 2011- Friday, September 23, 2011, an 80-minute online survey
Requirement: Females between the ages of 37-48 who are interested in the Radio
Incentive: $60
If you are interested in the Radio study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CWSQYQ9
~Transportation~
Thursday, October 6th, 90-minute focus group discussion
Requirement: Males and females ages 19-64 who use certain transportation
Incentive: $85.00
If you are interested in the Transportation study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/M3QYMK3
~Money Services~
Tuesday, September 27 Wednesday, September 28th, 1-hour individual interview
Requirement: Males and females ages 19-64 who use certain money services
Incentive: $125.00
If you are interested in the Money Services study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/PWVGHYJ
Coming Up: Food Trucks in Larkspur
Food trucks are all the rage these days, and I've done (and have posted for the future) food truck events in the Bay Area. Here's one for Marin:
The last two Fridays for the Food Truck Crush at the Larkspur Ferry Terminal are tomorrow (September 23) and Friday, September 30 from 4-8 p.m. The event tomorrow celebrates the end of summer, and there will be two new trucks: Toasty Melts and Fork Catering, along with several old favorites.
The party includes the Big Dog Trouble band, jamming live music and KIND Food Truck will also be there as a scheduled stop on their US tour passing out complimentary full-size samples of their all-natural whole nut and fruit bars.
DINNER TRUCKS include:
Toasty Melts – Tasty grilled cheese sandwiches with various unique combinations that make you feel nostalgic.
Fork Catering – Local, organic street food that is healthy and includes dishes like wild salmon BLTs, local grass fed burgers and healthy salads.
Sanguchon-Peruvian – A Peruvian Sandwich truck featuring delectable, hearty sandwiches with classic and contemporary Peruvian fillings.
Suzie Q's Lunch Box - Amazing Cajun food from a New Orleans native.
DESSERT TRUCKS include:
Pacific Puffs – A family-run bakery featuring premium homebaked style cream puffs.
Sift Cupcake and Dessert Bar - Decadent and delicious desserts featured on Food Network's "Cupcake Wars"
Find Frisco Kids on Facebook and Twitter
The last two Fridays for the Food Truck Crush at the Larkspur Ferry Terminal are tomorrow (September 23) and Friday, September 30 from 4-8 p.m. The event tomorrow celebrates the end of summer, and there will be two new trucks: Toasty Melts and Fork Catering, along with several old favorites.
The party includes the Big Dog Trouble band, jamming live music and KIND Food Truck will also be there as a scheduled stop on their US tour passing out complimentary full-size samples of their all-natural whole nut and fruit bars.
DINNER TRUCKS include:
Toasty Melts – Tasty grilled cheese sandwiches with various unique combinations that make you feel nostalgic.
Fork Catering – Local, organic street food that is healthy and includes dishes like wild salmon BLTs, local grass fed burgers and healthy salads.
Sanguchon-Peruvian – A Peruvian Sandwich truck featuring delectable, hearty sandwiches with classic and contemporary Peruvian fillings.
Suzie Q's Lunch Box - Amazing Cajun food from a New Orleans native.
DESSERT TRUCKS include:
Pacific Puffs – A family-run bakery featuring premium homebaked style cream puffs.
Sift Cupcake and Dessert Bar - Decadent and delicious desserts featured on Food Network's "Cupcake Wars"
Find Frisco Kids on Facebook and Twitter
Frisco Kids Survey - REALLY short!
Thank you to those who have filled out the Frisco Kids survey! The responses are SOOO helpful in planning this site.
If you haven't filled it out, please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
If you haven't filled it out, please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Coming Up: Starlab Sky Show - Hiller
Hiller Aviation Museum has a Starlab Sky Show in their planetarium, coming up on September 24th). Kids will learn how to identify constellations, and learn how these constellations helped early explorers find their way. Show are at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. - each show is 30 minutes.
Where: Hiller Aviation in San Carlos Age: 5 and up (kids 3+ can attend the 10:30 show) Cost: $5/person, $4/members plus museum admission. Get $1/off coupon here. |
Sponsored Deal of the Day: Chocolate!
Frisco Kids makes a small percentage from any sale using these links.
Frisco Kids Survey - REALLY short!
A few years ago I posted a really short Frisco Kids survey so I could learn more about what readers wanted. I'm doing it again. Please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Contest winners
I've made contact with all the Frisco Kids contest winners. Apologies to those who didn't win the awesome prizes. I wish I had more sets to give out. The winners are:
Shrek: Martha
Cirque du Soleil: Stephanie
Lord of the Rings: Kerry
Yo Gabba Gabba: Shelby
Shrek was a hugely popular choice in the contest. The show starts tonight, and ends on September 25 - consider buying tickets! Thank you to all the sponsors for the tickets.
Shrek: Martha
Cirque du Soleil: Stephanie
Lord of the Rings: Kerry
Yo Gabba Gabba: Shelby
Shrek was a hugely popular choice in the contest. The show starts tonight, and ends on September 25 - consider buying tickets! Thank you to all the sponsors for the tickets.
Deals of the Day: Shutterfly book, Krispy Kreme
A few deals for today. Don't forget to fill out the Frisco Kids survey!
KRISPY KREME
I mentioned this one on Facebook yesterday. Get 2 dozen glazed Krispy Kreme doughnuts for $8 in three Bay Area location (Daly City, Union City, Mountain View).
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
SHUTTERFLY BOOK
I bought this deal last time Groupon ran it. Get a 20 page 8x8 hard cover Shutterfly photo book for $10. Great for holiday gifts or books you've been meaning to make but haven't done yet. You do have to order by the end of October, so it has to be used soon, and it's for new customers only. So not as useful as last time (when you didn't have to be a new customer)
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
RIPLEYS and RED AND WHITE FLEET
Deals right now on tickets for both Ripley's Believe it or Not (museum and maze) and also Red and White Fleet at Fisherman's Wharf in SF. Separate deals.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
GLASS FRAMES/LENSES
If you need new glasses or are getting close to having to spend the remaining flex spending for the year, Plum District has a deal for $38 - giving you frames, lenses, and shipping for $38. And it includes designer frames. Right now Plum will donate $3 to Help a Mother Out (donates diapers to families in need) for new sign-ups using this link. If you're already a Plum member, get the deal here. It's an Everywhere deal.
KRISPY KREME
I mentioned this one on Facebook yesterday. Get 2 dozen glazed Krispy Kreme doughnuts for $8 in three Bay Area location (Daly City, Union City, Mountain View).
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
SHUTTERFLY BOOK
I bought this deal last time Groupon ran it. Get a 20 page 8x8 hard cover Shutterfly photo book for $10. Great for holiday gifts or books you've been meaning to make but haven't done yet. You do have to order by the end of October, so it has to be used soon, and it's for new customers only. So not as useful as last time (when you didn't have to be a new customer)
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
RIPLEYS and RED AND WHITE FLEET
Deals right now on tickets for both Ripley's Believe it or Not (museum and maze) and also Red and White Fleet at Fisherman's Wharf in SF. Separate deals.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
GLASS FRAMES/LENSES
If you need new glasses or are getting close to having to spend the remaining flex spending for the year, Plum District has a deal for $38 - giving you frames, lenses, and shipping for $38. And it includes designer frames. Right now Plum will donate $3 to Help a Mother Out (donates diapers to families in need) for new sign-ups using this link. If you're already a Plum member, get the deal here. It's an Everywhere deal.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Sponsored Deal of the Day: Halloween Costumes!
I don't know about you, but my kids have already begun the intense discussions of what they're going to be for Halloween. My daughter wants to be a gorilla or a shark. Yeah, I'm having fun figuring out where we're going to get those at a reasonable price (I don't have a sewing machine).
Juice in the City has a deal today and tomorrow - $20 for $40 in costumes from House of Humor in Redwood City. They claim to have the largest (Halloween and other holiday) costume selection in the Bay Area (along with accessories). Check it out!
Frisco Kids is an affiliate and makes a small percentage of most sales using this link.
Juice in the City has a deal today and tomorrow - $20 for $40 in costumes from House of Humor in Redwood City. They claim to have the largest (Halloween and other holiday) costume selection in the Bay Area (along with accessories). Check it out!
Frisco Kids is an affiliate and makes a small percentage of most sales using this link.
Coming Up: Giant Book Sale
On stock: more than 500,000 books, DVDs, CDs etc.
Where: Fort Mason Festival Pavilion
When: Members preview is September 20. It opens to the public Wednesday, September 21, ends on September 25.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday it's 10-8. Sunday it's 10-6
More info: Friends of the San Francisco Public Library
Frisco Kids Survey - REALLY short!
A few years ago I posted a really short Frisco Kids survey so I could learn more about what readers wanted. I'm doing it again. Please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Sunday, September 18, 2011
New Group-Buying Website for School Fundraising
Earlier this summer, I posted on ways that your schools can make money from the group-buying deal websites. Read it here.
A new deal company is now out there - I haven't used it. Instead of just donating a few dollars for signing up, or a small percentage from each purchase you make to the school of your choice, this company offers larger school profits. How? By having you source the deals for your school, and promote it to your minions. It's called QlubbGive, and I admit I haven't used it yet and don't know anyone who has. But the idea is intriguing, and I thought I'd pass it along. Here's an overview of how it works. The school gets up to 30% of the proceeds. Here's an example of one of their deals.
Let me know what you think.
A new deal company is now out there - I haven't used it. Instead of just donating a few dollars for signing up, or a small percentage from each purchase you make to the school of your choice, this company offers larger school profits. How? By having you source the deals for your school, and promote it to your minions. It's called QlubbGive, and I admit I haven't used it yet and don't know anyone who has. But the idea is intriguing, and I thought I'd pass it along. Here's an overview of how it works. The school gets up to 30% of the proceeds. Here's an example of one of their deals.
Let me know what you think.
Deals of the Day: Ripley's Believe it or Not, Jelly Belly Factory Tour, Cupakes
RIPLEY'S BELIEVE IT OR NOT
Ripley's Believe it or Not at Fisherman's Wharf has a deal today for their combo ticket (museum and mirror maze) - $11 versus $23 normal value.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
JELLY BELLY FACTORY TOUR
I posted yesterday about the Jelly Belly Factory Tour - it's still available today and Monday. Half off a private on-floor tour in Fairfield (I want to do this!). More info here.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
Buy through Monday.
CUPCAKES
Get 1 dozen cupcakes delivered to you AT HOME (if you live in Santa Clara county) for $16. Great for a birthday party or work party. Buy today.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here. It's on the San Jose page
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
MISC
Plum District has some great deals right now:
--Cilia Eyelash Growth Stimulator kit (that rub on eyelash stuff that makes them thicker - half off
--Family movie package at Bluelight Cinema in Cupertino ($30 for 4 tickets, plus popcorn, drinks and candy)
--tons of spa deals (mani/pedi, spray tan, peel and more)
--half off sliders etc. at Weezy's Grass Fed Shed in Marin
Use code PLUMPARTNER at checkout and get 20% off one deal through 9/21
If you're new to Plum District click here.
If you're a Plum member already, click here.
Ripley's Believe it or Not at Fisherman's Wharf has a deal today for their combo ticket (museum and mirror maze) - $11 versus $23 normal value.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
JELLY BELLY FACTORY TOUR
I posted yesterday about the Jelly Belly Factory Tour - it's still available today and Monday. Half off a private on-floor tour in Fairfield (I want to do this!). More info here.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
Buy through Monday.
CUPCAKES
Get 1 dozen cupcakes delivered to you AT HOME (if you live in Santa Clara county) for $16. Great for a birthday party or work party. Buy today.
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here. It's on the San Jose page
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
MISC
Plum District has some great deals right now:
--Cilia Eyelash Growth Stimulator kit (that rub on eyelash stuff that makes them thicker - half off
--Family movie package at Bluelight Cinema in Cupertino ($30 for 4 tickets, plus popcorn, drinks and candy)
--tons of spa deals (mani/pedi, spray tan, peel and more)
--half off sliders etc. at Weezy's Grass Fed Shed in Marin
Use code PLUMPARTNER at checkout and get 20% off one deal through 9/21
If you're new to Plum District click here.
If you're a Plum member already, click here.
A few years ago I posted a really short Frisco Kids survey so I could learn more about what readers wanted. I'm doing it again. Please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Please vote! Nominated for Most Awesome Local Mom Blog
I've been nominated (again) by the awesome Red Tricycle for its Most Awesome Local Moms Blog. I'm in good company, with some awesome other bloggers. Please consider stopping by to check it out - and vote for me!
Deal of the Day: Jelly Belly Factory Tour
You can choose from two options:
$23 - a ticket for one person (including service fees)
$80 - tickets for a family of four
If you're new to Groupon, buy the deal here.
If you're already a Groupon user, get the deal here.
Buy through Monday.
If you're a Jelly Belly fan, here are a few links you should read:
Candy Man documentary review - here's the story of how founder David Klein made Jelly Bellies, how he grew the company, and then lost it.
Review of the regular Jelly Belly tour
Best Hikes with Kids
She's also doing a book giveaway on her blog (enter here) and also doing speaking engagements at REIs:
- Wednesday September 21, REI Concord, 7-8.30pm
- Monday October 24, REI Saratoga, 7-830pm
- Tuesday October 25, REI Fremont, 7-8.30pm
Congratulations Laure, and everyone else should get a copy of the book!
Frisco Kids Survey - REALLY short!
A few years ago I posted a really short Frisco Kids survey so I could learn more about what readers wanted. I'm doing it again. Please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Friday, September 16, 2011
Apple Picking and Pumpkin Patches in the Bay Area
A Frog Mom goes apple picking in Santa Cruz. A Little Yumminess has a great post on apple picking in Sebastapol (and going for ice cream and wine tasting after). Somehow this writer only left with 7 pounds of apples. When we went recently we spend $60, which equaled 48 pounds of apple goodness. I've made 8 apple pies (fortunately we have a second fridge/freezer, and ate the last pie two weeks ago). See my recipe at the bottom.
Travel is More Fun with Kids wrote two excellent posts - the first is a comprehensive listing of Bay Area pumpkin patches with helpful information. Travel is More Fun with Kids also wrote a review on a Petaluma pumpkin patch and corn maze.
Red Tricycle also has a thorough listing of pumpkin patches. Check it these Bay Area pumpkin patches!
Debbie's Famous Apple Pie:
I used store-bought pie crust (if I have to make it myself, we just won't have apple pie). I like Mrs. Smith's crust. Peel and slice enough apples to fit overstuffed, in the pie shell. Keep the apples in a bowl, though. Mix with a tablespoon or so of lemon juice, a big dash of cinnamon, some mace and nutmeg. You can see I'm not big on following exact recipes. Mix that all together and dump it in the pie shell (in a mound).
Separately, mash together 1/2 stick of salted soft butter with a bunch of quick oats (like Quaker Oats - just plain), along with some brown sugar. I don't measure. When it's mixed into crumbly pieces, put that on top of the apples. It won't cover the whole pie. Bake the pie at 350 degrees for maybe 80 minutes (til it's brown on top but not burned). Serve with vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
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Tips on Corn Mazes and Kids
We've now done corn mazes two years in a row, and we're making it a yearly tradition. The kids are now old enough to last in there for more than 10 minutes. The first year we went without my husband (he was on a business trip), and we wandered around for probably two hours (maybe an hour longer than was really fun for the kids). I was dizzy when we got out. So many twists and turns. I let the kids take turns picking the direction. If it weren’t for the staff positioned at one spot in the maze, we never would have made it out. Even after getting directions out (it was something like – turn right at every turn until after the bridge, then turn left at every turn), it still took us 15 minutes to exit!
The next year we all went together, and he was armed with the map (which you could only view under one of those red films). He was insistent on trying to figure out the way, until I told him that maybe the kids should get to figure it out and choose which way to go. It was a bit of a parenting style struggle. Ultimately we did let the kids take turns picking a direction (they didn't care about the map, like my obsessed husband), but they definitely accepted his help at several times so they didn't have to be in the maze as long as the previous year. We were there about an hour, which was enough time for them to have fun, but not so much they hated me after.
Here is a list of Bay Area corn mazes from the Mercury News.FRISCO KIDS TIPS ON TAKING KIDS IN A CORN MAZE
–Before you go in, use the bathroom. This cannot be stated enough.
–Bring food and water. Your kids will need some nourishment (and treats) during their breaks. Bring your own, or buy something on site. Most farms sell food too.
–Wear comfortable shoes – that can get muddy.
–Put on sunscreen
–Wear layers of clothing. No sense in getting lost…and cold (or being too hot because there’s nothing underneath that gorgeous sweater).
–Bring a pair of 3-D glasses with that red film on them. Some corn mazes give you a map that you can decode with the red film (of course they also sell it). Even with the map, you still may not figure out where you are or how to get out.
–Bring a durable stroller or baby carrier for little ones – though some corn mazes have bridges you need to cross
–Make sure your kids see some of the treats being sold at the farm (like doughnuts or pumpkin pie). Make sure they know that if they’re good in the maze, that’s what they get when they exit.
–Take allergy medicine before you go – you don’t need to sneeze your way through!
–Keep track of landmarks, usually pieces of garbage (the corn all looks the same) to figure out where you are and if you’ve been there before.
–Leave yourself enough time
–Ticket sales often close an hour before the maze closes.
-Have fun!
Frisco Kids Survey - REALLY short!
A few years ago I posted a really short Frisco Kids survey so I could learn more about what readers wanted. I'm doing it again. Please take 2 minutes and respond! It's only 7 questions and it's really easy. And it will make the site more customized to what you want. Did I mention it's really short? It's completely anonymous.
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Click here to take survey
I'll leave the survey up for a week, and will remind you daily. So please, please take the survey!
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Coming Up: Weekend activities in SF Bay Area
Tons of stuff coming up this weekend.
SATURDAY
Family day at Green String Farm in Petaluma
Dragon boats at Treasure Island
Renaissance Fair in Sebastapol
Rancho de Fiesta in San Mateo
Family Day Kite Festival
Renaissance Fair - Hollister
SUNDAY
Sunday Streets - in Chinatown and North Beach, Sunday, September 18
Dragon boats at Treasure Island
Weekend list from Red Tricycle
Family Day Kite Festival
Renaissance Fair - Hollister
SATURDAY
Family day at Green String Farm in Petaluma
Dragon boats at Treasure Island
Renaissance Fair in Sebastapol
Rancho de Fiesta in San Mateo
Family Day Kite Festival
Renaissance Fair - Hollister
SUNDAY
Sunday Streets - in Chinatown and North Beach, Sunday, September 18
Dragon boats at Treasure Island
Weekend list from Red Tricycle
Family Day Kite Festival
Renaissance Fair - Hollister
Save the Date: Yerba Buena Family Fun Day
Yerba Buena Family Fun Day is coming up - it's free! It includes admission and hands-on art activities from four museums there, and two stages with live performances.
Museums include:
-SFMOMA
-Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM)
-Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD)
-Children's Creativity Museum (formerly Zeum)
-Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Highlights:
**Exhibit on Harry Houdini at the CJM
**Imagination Lab - new at Children's Creativity Museum
**Performance by the Magic of Chin Chin
**Make your own optical illusions
**Decoupage your own memory box
**hula dancers, Japanese drummers
**carousel rides
Thank you Target for sponsoring.
When: Sunday, October 16, 2011 from 11-4
Where: Yerba Buena gardens
Cost: Free
More info: see the Yerba Buena website
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Jamba Juice deals
Jamba Juice has a deal through 9/27/11:
$2 for a 16 oz. all fruit or fruit & veggie smoothie
$2 for their steel-cut oatmeal (it's good)
$1 baked goods with purchase of menu drink
I don't know if you need the coupon, but here it is.
$2 for a 16 oz. all fruit or fruit & veggie smoothie
$2 for their steel-cut oatmeal (it's good)
$1 baked goods with purchase of menu drink
I don't know if you need the coupon, but here it is.
Family Fun Coastal Clean-up at Marine Mammal Center
***Don't forget to enter Frisco Kids' contest - where you can win tickets to Cirque du Soleil's Totem premiere, Shrek the Musical, Yo Gabba Gabba or Lord of the Rings in Concert. Also, we're giving away a facial/massage package.***
This Saturday, September 17, the Marine Mammal Center in Marin is rewarding families who participate in a coastal clean-up, with a free family fun day. Get details from Sonoma on the Cheap.
This Saturday, September 17, the Marine Mammal Center in Marin is rewarding families who participate in a coastal clean-up, with a free family fun day. Get details from Sonoma on the Cheap.
Coming Up: Pony Rides and Petting Zoo
***Don't forget to enter Frisco Kids' contest - where you can win tickets to Cirque du Soleil's Totem premiere, Shrek the Musical, Yo Gabba Gabba or Lord of the Rings in Concert. Also, we're giving away a facial/massage package.***
Coming up at the Play Cafe in Oakland (4400 Keller Ave):
Coming up at the Play Cafe in Oakland (4400 Keller Ave):
Pony Rides & Petting Zoo
Date: Sept. 17th
Time: 11:30am
Price: $8 (per child with one paying adult)
Sponsored Deal of the Day: Three Bees Coffee House
I like this little independent coffee house in downtown San Mateo! My hubby and I have been there on many date nights. Today, Juice in the City is offering a deal for $10 worth of coffee and goods at 3 Bees Coffee House, for $5. They have free wi-fi and yummy food too. Check it out!
Frisco Kids is an affiliate of Juice in the City, though we don't earn anything on this if you buy the deal.
Frisco Kids is an affiliate of Juice in the City, though we don't earn anything on this if you buy the deal.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Focus Groups: Health and Wellness, Online Videos, Radio, Household Finances, Medical Conditions
***Don't forget to enter Frisco Kids' contest - where you can win tickets to Cirque du Soleil's Totem premiere, Shrek the Musical, Yo Gabba Gabba or Lord of the Rings in Concert. Also, we're giving away a facial/massage package.***
Some focus groups with Plaza Research.
Some focus groups with Plaza Research.
~Health and Wellness~ Monday, September 19th-Tuesday, September 27th, a 2-hour pairs interview Requirement: Couples ages 30-60 interested in Health and Wellness Incentive: $300 per couple If you are interested in the Health and Wellness study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N36PR9L
~Online Videos 2~ Friday, September 16th, 1-hour individual interview Requirement: Males and females ages 18 and older interested in Online Videos Incentive: $75 If you are interested in the Online Videos study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dFQxNUcyOE5tY1NmU1dBUXVxVmFoMFE6MA#gid=2
Radio~ Friday, September 2, 2011- Friday, September 23, 2011, an 80-minute online survey Requirement: Females between the ages of 37-48 who are interested in the Radio Incentive: $60 If you are interested in the Radio study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CWSQYQ9
~Household Finances~ Tuesday, September 13-Wednesday, September 14, two hour in-home interview Requirement: Males and females ages 35-43 Incentive: $150-$200 If you are interested in the Household Finances study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CQ97KMK
~Medical Conditions~ Wednesday, September 14th, a 1.5-hour focus group discussion Requirement: Males and females ages 18 and older suffering from a certain Medical Condition Incentive: $125 If you are interested in the Medical Conditions study, please click on the link below and fill out the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2BYJGJB
Win a massage/facial - and a deal for Whole Foods
***Don't forget to enter Frisco Kids' contest - where you can win tickets to Cirque du Soleil's Totem premiere, Shrek the Musical, Yo Gabba Gabba or Lord of the Rings in Concert.***
WIN A MASSAGE/FACIAL
So you've all entered the contest to win tickets to four fabulous shows, yes? It ends Wednesday. I have another quick contest for you. Do you like massages and facials? Plum District Deals will give one Frisco Kids reader a deal for an hour facial and half hour massage at San Francisco's Hall of Faces spa. You can see the deal here. To win, enter by Wednesday at 5 p.m. PST and comment below about why you deserve a facial/massage. I'll need your email address if you win (you can send it to me at blog at friscokids dot net if you don't want to leave it below). I will contact the winner by email Wednesday night - I need a response back really soon after, because in order for Plum District to apply the deal to your account, they have to do it before the deal expires on Thursday night. You also need to have an account at Plum District (it's quick and free) if you win.
If you see any Plum District deals you like, you can get 15% off all week by entering fall2fab at checkout.
WHOLE FOODS
I had to throw this one in. Living Social has a deal where you get a $20 credit at Whole Foods for $10 - good at any Whole Foods. Some fine print applies, but basically to get the whole $20 credit, you need to use it by December 13, 2011, which shouldn't be hard. That's like one item there, right? You can read about our behind-the-scenes tour of Whole Foods here.
Find Frisco Kids on Facebook.
WIN A MASSAGE/FACIAL
So you've all entered the contest to win tickets to four fabulous shows, yes? It ends Wednesday. I have another quick contest for you. Do you like massages and facials? Plum District Deals will give one Frisco Kids reader a deal for an hour facial and half hour massage at San Francisco's Hall of Faces spa. You can see the deal here. To win, enter by Wednesday at 5 p.m. PST and comment below about why you deserve a facial/massage. I'll need your email address if you win (you can send it to me at blog at friscokids dot net if you don't want to leave it below). I will contact the winner by email Wednesday night - I need a response back really soon after, because in order for Plum District to apply the deal to your account, they have to do it before the deal expires on Thursday night. You also need to have an account at Plum District (it's quick and free) if you win.
If you see any Plum District deals you like, you can get 15% off all week by entering fall2fab at checkout.
WHOLE FOODS
I had to throw this one in. Living Social has a deal where you get a $20 credit at Whole Foods for $10 - good at any Whole Foods. Some fine print applies, but basically to get the whole $20 credit, you need to use it by December 13, 2011, which shouldn't be hard. That's like one item there, right? You can read about our behind-the-scenes tour of Whole Foods here.
Find Frisco Kids on Facebook.
Coming Up: Babies and Babies Shopping Event
***Don't forget to enter Frisco Kids' contest - where you can win tickets to Cirque du Soleil's Totem premiere, Shrek the Musical, Yo Gabba Gabba or Lord of the Rings in Concert.***
If you're a new or expecting mom (or know one who is), this should be a fun - and economical - shopping event in San Francisco. It's called Babies & Babies - run by Appel and Frank. There will be 55 local designers and companies offering unique baby and toddler items. They also have a raffle, with the top prize being a $500 gift certificate to Tea Collection, or win a Stokke high chair, diaper bag or other goodies. You can bring your other kids. The event has a play space plus photo sessions, and workshops and seminars as well.
If you're a new or expecting mom (or know one who is), this should be a fun - and economical - shopping event in San Francisco. It's called Babies & Babies - run by Appel and Frank. There will be 55 local designers and companies offering unique baby and toddler items. They also have a raffle, with the top prize being a $500 gift certificate to Tea Collection, or win a Stokke high chair, diaper bag or other goodies. You can bring your other kids. The event has a play space plus photo sessions, and workshops and seminars as well.
Want a free or discounted ticket? Read on.
Check out the speakers and workshops here.
Frisco Kids is helping to sponsor the goody bags, which go to the first 200 women through the door. What great item did we put into the bag? You'll have to go to find out!
Where: San Francisco JCC (3200 California Street @ Presidio)
When: Sunday, September 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Online tickets are $8 for 2 tickets, or $5 each otherwise or at the door. (If you order online, the discount price for 2 tickets/$8 will appear if you enter "2" in the quantity section)
Want a free ticket? Make a comment below, with your email address, and I'll pick 5 winners.
Plum District Deals is offering a deal through Thursday, where you get two tickets, two goody bags and two raffle tickets for $10 (or $8.50 if you use the code fall2fab at checkout - you'll save 15%). Basically, that means if you bought the tickets at the door, you get the raffle tickets for free, and guaranteed goody bags.
Plum District Deals is offering a deal through Thursday, where you get two tickets, two goody bags and two raffle tickets for $10 (or $8.50 if you use the code fall2fab at checkout - you'll save 15%). Basically, that means if you bought the tickets at the door, you get the raffle tickets for free, and guaranteed goody bags.
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