Halloween & Fall Family Events in Hayward, San Leandro & Castro Valley
Fall and Halloween are always such a fun time of year. The weather is typically still really nice and there are always lots of things going on in the area... fall festivals, fall crafts, Halloween,…
Halloween & Fall Crafts, Recipes & More!
Fall and Halloween are always such a fun time of year. The weather is typically still really nice and there are always lots of things going on in the area...fall festivals, fall crafts, Halloween,…
8 Creeks and Streams in the Bay Area for Kids to Splash In!
We are lucky to have so many great creeks in the Bay Area region where kids can splash and play -- and you can enjoy the outdoors. Here are eight of my family's favorite creeks in the Bay…
Staying Cool Guide: Hayward, Castro Valley and the Bay Area
With summer here, we are seeing some much hotter days. My kids and I love finding new and fun places to cool off with friends. Here's a list of local splash parks, waterparks, pools, creeks, an…
Local Indoor Family Fun in Hayward and Castro Valley
We are lucky to have some great indoor play centers and indoor family activities in the Hayward and Castro Valley area where kids (and parents) can enjoy fun indoors. Here are some family favo…
Halloween & Fall Family Events in Hayward, San Leandro & Castro Valley
Fall and Halloween are always such a fun time of year. The weather is typically still really nice and th…
Halloween & Fall Crafts, Recipes & More!
Fall and Halloween are always such a fun time of year. The weather is typically still really nice and th…
8 Creeks and Streams in the Bay Area for Kids to Splash In!
We are lucky to have so many great creeks in the Bay Area region where kids can splash and play -- and yo…
Staying Cool Guide: Hayward, Castro Valley and the Bay Area
With summer here, we are seeing some much hotter days. My kids and I love finding new and fun places to c…
Local Indoor Family Fun in Hayward and Castro Valley
We are lucky to have some great indoor play centers and indoor family activities in the Hayward and Castr…
Potty Training Made Easy
As a mom of four and a child care provider for 20 years, I have had lots of opportunities in potty traini…
Partnering With Macaroni KID Hayward-Castro Valley
Macaroni KID Hayward is THE go-to family resource to reach Hayward and Castro Valley families.Macaroni KI…
Local Hiking Trails in Hayward and Beyond
We live in a pretty amazing area. The weather is mild and allows for outdoor activities pretty much year-…
Earthquake Preparedness Guide
In light of the recent natural disasters all over the country, I thought this would be a great guide to i…
Local Farmers Markets in Hayward, Castro Valley & San Leandro
All of our Farmers Markets except for Kaiser locations have remained open. They are a great place to find…
75+ FREE or Almost FREE Activities to Keep the Kids Busy
Here's a list of over 75 activities that you can enjoy with your kids! Enjoy as many as you can. And…
4 Skate Parks to Visit in Hayward, Castro Valley and San Leandro
We are lucky in Hayward, Castro Valley, and San Leandro to have several skate parks to enjoy. From bowls,…
Kid-Friendly Bay Area Breweries: Parent Picks for Kid-Friendly Outings
I've rounded up some of our family's favorite kid-friendly breweries in the Bay Area to enjoy wit…
Annual Passes Your Family Will Love in the Bay Area
Trying to find places to visit and things to do with your kids that are worth the money can be difficult.…
Labyrinths to Visit in the Bay Area and Beyond
If you've never visited a labyrinth, I highly recommend you do so soon. First created to send visitor…
Lunch Ideas to Save the Day!
As a mom to four and a child care provider of many over the years, I thoroughly enjoy feeding children he…
Birthday Freebies to Help You Celebrate for Free in Hayward & Beyond!
Did you know that during the month of your birthday you can score lots of great freebies? You generally n…
Report Card Freebies and Fun in Hayward, Castro Valley, and More!
When report cards arrive, grab the kids and their report cards and enjoy some fun rewards for working har…
U-Pick Farms in the Bay Area and Beyond
Who doesn't love fresh fruit and veggies? Visiting a U-Pick farm is a fun experience for the whole fa…
Macaroni KID Hayward-Castro Valley Winners
Macaroni KID Hayward LOVES giving away prizes to our readers! Congratulations to our lucky winners!Don…
2025 Summer Camp & Activity Guide Coming Soon ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY!
Macaroni KID Hayward-Castro Valley is excited to be publishing our annual Summer Camp Guide sta…
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