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Celebrity Story Time at Happy Hollow

May 16, 2013

With all the emphasis on STEM education these days, I’m glad to see that some still understand the importance of reading.  If we don’t get our kids to love to read, then learning science, tech, engineering, or math becomes even more difficult.  But what makes me the most happy is to see professional athletes taking [...]

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Local Stores Participating in Free Comic Book Day

May 3, 2013

Tomorrow is more than free comic book day, it’s a celebration of the comic culture. Comic stores all over the Bay Area are giving away free comic books, but many are making a day out of it, like Illusive Comics in Santa Clara. Illusive will have storm troopers (from 10 a.m. to noon), face painting, [...]

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Clean Out and Dispose of Old Prescriptions This Weekend

April 25, 2013

Around the country this Saturday, the DEA is sponsoring National Take Back Day to collect unwanted or expired prescriptions. Oddly enough, the no questions asked take back event does not include illicit drugs. This is the time to clear out the medicine cabinet to get rid of everything that has gone bad or is no [...]

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Get Expert Parenting Advice from First 5 Podcasts

April 22, 2013

Get parenting advice in podcast form. Like all parents I know, I have shelves of books covering everything from diapers to dating, which in itself is one of the books. All were purchased with great intentions, and generally with a side of worry about some issue or another, but most sit partially read, never to [...]

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Making a Staycation Out of Ski Week

February 19, 2013

Ski Week, as it’s known around the Bay Area, is either a great idea or just another week of break that doesn’t fit in your work schedule.  Last year, my family opted out of a week in the Sierras for a week in Southern California.  This year, we couldn’t afford a winter vacation so we’re [...]

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Open Make Finally Comes South to The Tech

February 15, 2013

The good thing, maybe the only good thing, about the Exploratorium’s temporary closure is that the monthly Open Make events are moving around the bay. This month, instead of what would have been a trek to San Francisco, Open Make is in San Jose! The Tech Museum is hosting Open Make: Flight tomorrow from 10 [...]

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One Million Moms for Gun Control…and The Goonies

January 25, 2013

While there’s a big rally for gun control in Washington, D.C. this weekend, San Francisco is hosting a casual stroll. One Million Moms for Gun Control is trying to bring supports together this Saturday morning at Crissy Field. Supporters are asked to make signs and wear their hearts on their sleeves – or anywhere else [...]

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Seven Trees Library Branch Re-Opens in San Jose

January 23, 2013

If you build it, they will read. Our local San Jose branch underwent a huge renovation a couple of years ago.  The renovation not only brought technological enhancements into the library, it also gave the center a huge face-lift.  Our library has become one of our favorite places.  My toddler attends early childhood education classes [...]

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Operation Prom Dress

January 14, 2013

Remember your high school prom?  Do you have a recent or vintage prom or bridesmaid dress taking up room in your closet?  You can be the fairy godmother who makes a teen’s prom dreams come true.  Don’t let the tough economy discourage a deserving student from attending prom this year.  Donate a new or gently [...]

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Got a Car-Loving Kid? Check out the Silicon Valley International Auto Show

January 9, 2013

From eye-popping exotics to the newest electrics, check out all the latest rides, sit behind the wheels, inspect engines, kick tires and even take a spin in several new models. Children are invited to climb into cars, interact with robots and much more. Attendees can stop by the Sony a77 Studio and take a free [...]

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