January 6th—here's where I'm taking my kids this week

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I’m determined to start the New Year feeling motivated, even with the rain making it a little harder. The holidays were wonderful, and I hope everyone enjoyed their time celebrating, but I’m definitely ready to switch gears and lock in. This week’s agenda is full of creative, easy-going activities designed to refill the tank.

X Aubrey

📍 701 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
Free Art Workshop: Mask Making – Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
Wednesday 1/7 Create art inspired by YBCA programming at this drop-in workshop. All ages welcome, all materials provided. Explore the cathartic nature of clay through sculptural mask-making. (2pm – 4pm)

 📍 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118
Wander Woods Walk – California Academy of Science 
Thursday 1/8 Join a facilitated adventure through Wander Woods focused on observing local wildlife through play, imagination, and movement. Meet at Science Today Station before walking together to Wander Woods. (10:15am)

📍 Pier 15 (Embarcadero at Green St), San Francisco, CA 94111
Glow – Exploratorium
Friday 1/9 Step into the art and science of light with luminous, interactive installations that dazzle and surprise. Explore glowing sculptures, shifting shadows, immersive light-and-sound works, and hands-on exhibits that invite kids and adults alike to play, wonder, and recharge their winter curiosity. (all day)

📍 501 MLK Jr Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118
Golden Gate Park “Singing in the Park” Community Party
Saturday 1/10 Free monthly community singing at Mothers Meadow. Super kid-, adult-, and pet-friendly with easy songs for all skill levels. Come sing, listen, make friends, and optionally grab pastries and coffee afterward. (Every 2nd Saturday) (10:30am – 11:30am)

*These aren’t ALL the family-friendly events happening this week in and around SF, just the best (IMO). We keep it short and curated—follow on IG + TT for more!

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See you next week!