Sip, Paint, and Unwind | Pleasant Hill Family Events October 15–22

Hi neighbor,

I went to a sound bath at Andaan Gallery a couple weeks ago and it was such a unique, relaxing experience.

I brought a yoga mat, a soft fleece blanket, and my pillow, then got cozy on the floor with a heated eye mask. The sound artist played soothing sounds to help me unwind after a stressful week so I could reset for the week ahead.

Andaan Gallery is hosting another sound bath event this Sunday, 10/18, from 10:30am–12pm if you want to try it out. It’s perfect to bring a friend and then head to brunch at The Hangout afterward.

There’s also a Kids Paint and Sip event tomorrow, 10/16, from 4–6pm, in case dropping the kids off and going to happy hour is more your thing. Cantina Jack’s, Jack’s, and Crescent Bistro all have a Friday happy hour until 6pm. You could even take the kids out to dinner at DeVino’s after the paint event (it’s in the same shopping center and I think it’s the best pizza in town!).

Whatever you do this weekend, I hope it’s amazing.

See you around town,

Jen

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Please verify details with the event website to ensure accuracy.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Stories and playtime for ages 0–3.

Stories and songs for preschoolers.

Stories and songs for young kids.

Stories, songs, and fun for young kids.

A short storytime for babies and their grown ups.

Stories and songs for toddlers and preschoolers.

Food trucks and live music. Trelany Rd, Pleasant Hill.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Enter free between 9–10am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

An end of day visit with the animals at the Little Farm. Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley.

Kids ages 8 and up paint a Halloween piece with a local artist. $35 per child includes art supplies and a kid mocktail. Andaan Gallery, Pleasant Hill.

Rides, games, food trucks, live music, and contests like a talent show, chili cookoff, and pumpkin carving. Ride and game tickets are sold separately. No pets. Christ the King, 195 Brandon Road, Pleasant Hill.

Food vendors, merchants, and entertainment. Chilpancingo Park, Pleasant Hill.

OSH in Clayton is hosting adults 18+ for a gourd and succulent planter workshop. Registration requested.

Look through Chabot's historic telescopes on the observatory deck, weather permitting. Chabot Space and Science Center, Oakland.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Free admission, entertainment, and yoga, plus fresh produce and local food vendors for a fee. Trelany Rd, Pleasant Hill.

Free general admission on Saturdays for Bay Area residents. Reserve tickets in advance. San Francisco.

OSH in Clayton is offering kids a mini pumpkin, plus bolts, wing nuts, and washers to create a no-carve masterpiece. Costumes welcome.

A guided hike celebrating Martinez open space in the city's 150th year. Strenuous dirt trail, all ages welcome, and leashed dogs are okay. Register online. Alhambra Hills, Martinez.

Celebrate the harvest with music, food, storytelling, games, animals, and vendors. Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center, Pleasant Hill.

Stories, songs, and fun, followed by unstructured Stay and Play time for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Meet an animal up close. Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley.

Pick out a free Halloween costume from a selection of donated costumes for all ages. One costume per person, no appointment needed. Concord Library.

A hands on nature program for families. Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley.

A guided tour of California native plants with a garden docent. Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley.

Build your own unique Lego creations. Pleasant Hill Library.

Rides, games, food trucks, live music, and contests like a talent show, chili cookoff, and pumpkin carving. Ride and game tickets are sold separately. Christ the King, Pleasant Hill.

An end of day visit with the animals at the Little Farm. Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley.

Look through Chabot's historic telescopes on the observatory deck, weather permitting. Chabot Space and Science Center, Oakland.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Nature stories for young kids. Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley.

A relaxing morning sound bath for adults. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, and pillow. $40. Andaan Gallery, Pleasant Hill.

Explore spiders and their webs at the Tilden Nature Area in Berkeley.

A guided tour of California native plants with a garden docent. Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley.

Cheer on the Golden Bears. Edwards Stadium, UC Berkeley.

An end of day visit with the animals at the Little Farm. Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Enter free between 9–10am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Teens and tweens can personalize a Halloween keychain in the Pleasant Hill Library Maker Space.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Songs and lap bounces for babies at the Walnut Creek Library.

Teens are invited to the Pleasant Hill Library for games and snacks in the Maker Space After School.

Kids ages 6 and up can practice their literary skills by reading to a certified therapy dog at the Lafayette Library.

Pick out a free Halloween costume from a selection of donated costumes for all ages. Concord Library.

Middle and high schoolers (grades 6–12) can watch M3GAN with ghoulish snacks. Registration preferred, drop ins welcome. Lafayette Library.

Come by the Pleasant Hill Library for a chilling eventing of creepy tales, for children of all ages and abilities.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Enter free between 9–10am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Lively songs and stories at the Walnut Creek Library.

Read, talk, and sing at the Lafayette storytime.

Storytime and a craft for toddlers and preschoolers. Pleasant Hill Library.

Studio time with art projects for elementary and middle school students. No registration needed. Pleasant Hill Library.

Have some fun at the Clayton Library with arts and crafts, a performance, or special guest.

Kids ages 6 and up can practice their literary skills by reading to a certified therapy dog at the Lafayette Library. Register via phone or at the front desk.

Children ages 0–5 can join the Concord Library for a fun, interactive music experience.

Meet at the Walnut Creek Library for an afternoon of video games, board games, and puzzles.

Enter free between 7:30–9am and stay until the garden closes, or come later and pay for admission. Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.

Stories and playtime for ages 0–3.

Stories and songs for young kids.

The Pleasant Hill Library and the Pleasant Hill Diversity Commission team up for a special storytime.

Explore the Tilden Nature Area in Berkeley and enjoy a themed storytime.

Children can practice their literary skills by reading to a gentle therapy dog at the Concord Library.

Explore your creativity with an after-school craft session at the Walnut Creek Library.

Food trucks and live music. Trelany Rd, Pleasant Hill.

Have an event to add to future newsletters? Let me know!

Jen