This summer is going to be epic for a couple of reasons. First, it’s Ayva’s first official break from school. She’s finishing up kindergarten in a couple of weeks, so starting now her summer vacations will be a lot more meaningful. Also, 2015 marks the 40th season of California Great America! I didn’t have the…
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“Fancy Nancy, The Musical” at Bay Area Children’s Theatre
Well, they’ve done it again. The Bay Area Children’s Theatre once again has succeeded to impress my 5-year-old with another lively and engaging musical that she can’t stop talking about. This time it’s Fancy Nancy, The Musical, and to say that she loved it would be an understatement! I didn’t go with Ayva to the…
Bay Area Children’s Theatre’s “Three Little Birds” Is Fun!
When it comes to children’s theater, I consider myself (in my highfalutin voice and British accent) a bit of a connoisseur. After years of performing in and attending a gazillion family shows in my younger days, I know that kids have creative expectations that rival even ours as adults. The Bay Area Children’s Theatre really…
A 49ers Fan Walks Into A Craft Store…
Thanks to Verizon for sponsoring this fun 49ers party! I can admit it. I’m a fickle football fan. Three years ago, I bled green for the Philadelphia Eagles. Of course, when living in Philly, you don’t have much of a choice. Relocating to Oakland gave me the freedom to pick a team based on their…
Tillamook Pop Up Farmer’s Market in San Francisco
Whenever folks hear the name Tillamook, the responses are usually the same. “Oh my gosh, I LOVE their cheese!”, “Tillamook is my favorite!”, “It’s the only cheese that I buy!” When I told people that I was invited to the launch party for Tillamook’s Farmer’s Market in San Francisco, I actually heard every single one…