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Beauty. History. Infamy.   Alcatraz and history go hand in hand. Once home to some of America's most notorious criminals, the federal penitentiary that operated here from 1934 to 1963 brought a dark mystique to the Rock. The presence of infamous inmates like Al "Scarface" Capone, and the "Birdman" Robert Stroud helped to establish the island's notoriety. To this day, Alcatraz is best known as one of the world's most legendary prisons. (less) ... (more)

   Meet 20,000 amazing marine animals as you walk through 300 feet of crystal clear tunnels. Touch sharks and rays. It's like skin diving without getting wet.

   SAVE 47% with San Francisco CityPASS for Unlimited cable car rides & admission to 5 must-see San Francisco attractions. San Francisco CityPASS includes a Muni & Cable Car 7-Day Passport plus one-time admission to 5 of San Francisco's most famous attractions. CityPASS ticket booklets are valid for nine days beginning with the first day of use. Booklets include detailed attraction information, hours, location, insider tips and a map. With your CityPASS booklet in hand, you'll skip most ticket lines. (less) ... (more)

California's Largest Waterparks!   Raging Waters San Jose, Northern California's Largest Waterpark, offers 23-acres and millions of gallons of family fun and attractions, including the newest ride Dragon's Den. Raging Waters features thrilling high-speed slides, and family attractions like the 350,000-gallon Wave Pool and The Pirate's Cove- an interactive themed water fort. Raging Waters is located off Tully Road on the grounds of beautiful Lake Cunningham Regional Park in San Jose and is easily accessible from major highways. (less) ... (more)

California's Largest Waterparks!   Located in the heart of the city, Raging Waters Sacramento features more than 25 exhilarating water attractions, breath-taking slides, crystal clear pools and fun-filled activities for children and adults of all ages. Thrill slides include favorites such as, Splashdown, Hurricane, Cliffhanger Speed Slides, Breaker Beach Wave Pool and the Shark Attack Waterslide complex. Those park goers in the mood for more chill than thrills can cool out in the tranquil waters of the Calypso Cooler Lazy River or frolic in Hooks Lagoon, a 5-story water kingdom with water slides, secret tubes and hundreds of water activities. Raging Waters, Sacramento is the perfect destination for families of all ages! The Park is located at Cal Expo off of Capital City Freeway at Exposition Boulevard. (less) ... (more)

   Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is the ultimate destination as Land, Sea and Sky meet to provide adventures, thrills and fun!

Redwoods of Northern California   We are an 8/10ths of a mile groomed interpretive trail through the awe-inspiring Redwoods of Northern California. Part of the trail (The Trail of Tall Tales) is devoted to the myth and mythology of Paul Bunyan, America's larger-than-life logger from the turn of the century. The trail, museum, gift shop, restaurant and motel are geared toward the family or group traveler. The trail is open and maintained year-round. We offer a shuttle to Sky Trail for those who cannot easily walk the trail. In the summer months, our 49 foot 2 inch tall Paul Bunyan and his 35 foot tall friend, Babe the Blue Ox, waves and welcomes you to the Trees of Mystery. The free admission End of the Trail Native American museum is one of the very best privately owned collections in the world. For us it has been a fifty year love affair with the Super natural magic of the Redwoods, the touring public and the wonder and amazement on the face of a five year old hearing Paul Bunyan say "Hi there, friend! Welcome to the Trees of Mystery!" Plan to spend at least half a day with us, there is much to see and do! The Trees of Mystery is located on Highway 101, 36 miles south of the Oregon border. We are 320 miles north of San Francisco. We are in the center of the Redwood forests of California, adjacent to the world famous Klamath river and of course, right on the Pacific Coast. It has been our great pleasure to awe, entertain and edify the traveling public for the past 50 years! (less) ... (more)

One Price Admission Pass to the Best Wharf Attractions, Tours and Bay Cruises   For just $67.00 Adult and $41.00 Child (5-11), delight in the thrills and unforgettable moments at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf. Save Money: You save up to $36.99 vs. purchasing individual tickets at the Wharf. These tours & attractions can cost up to $103.99 per person! The Most Popular Activities: Your money saving 2-Day WharfPass is valid for entry to six of the best attractions, including city tours, bay cruises and other Wharf favorites. That's six of twenty choices to see over the course of two days - what a value! (less) ... (more)

February 11, 2012, Alameda County Fairgrounds   GREAT DOOR PRIZES! Great door prizes including family vacations! PARENT RESOURCES! School info, Vacations info, Camp info, Birthday choices, Toys, Clothes, Kids theatre & dance, Entertainment, Health, Fitness & wellness info, College planning, Stay at home business opportunities And more! NON STOP FAMILY FUN! Hands on activities, Face painting, Balloon artists, Clowns, Storytime characters, Kids type vendors! STAGE ENTERTAINMENT! Science show, Bubble show, karate show, Kids dance, Diaper Derby and more! (less) ... (more)

Power Balance Pavilion, Feb. 15-20   The toys are back in town! Disney On Ice presents Disney/Pixar's Toy Story 3! Catch all the heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! A few new faces join the fun, including Barbie's groovy bachelor Ken and Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear. Rediscover the humor, friendship and charm of Toy Story when Disney On Ice presents Disney/Pixar's Toy Story 3 takes family fun to infinity and beyond! (less) ... (more)

A Game Adventure at your Doorsteps!   Have the Ultimate Party with Games2U. We offer a variety of activities such as Video Game Theaters, Laser Tag, Human Hamster Balls and Booger Wars (Yes, as in Boogers, but they're non-slimy) great for Birthdays, Bar Mitzvahs, Corporate Events, Schools Fundraisers and More. Best part about having a Games2U party is that everything is brought 2U at a location of your choice and your party is managed by our expert Game Coaches so all you have to do is...relax. (less) ... (more)

Birthday parties, camps, recreational sports and more!   Through sports, Twisters mission is to help every child develop into a healthy and character driven person. We believe that this can only be attained by creating an overall environment that promotes the following values: trustworthiness; respect; responsibility; fairness; caring; citizenship. If we strive to implement these values into our services and work, collectively, as an organization and community, then we will succeed! (less) ... (more)

   Happy Hollow Park and Zoo exists to provide an affordable, sustainable, conservation-centered outdoor adventure for families with children.

   Discover life in Monterey's bay without leaving dry land at the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

   Home to over 140 native, rare and endangered species and one of more than 200 accredited institutions of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

   Northern California's largest zoological park features approximately 1,000 exotic and endangered wildlife.

   In operation since 1907, The Sequoia Park Zoo has long been considered one of the most important cultural facilities in the area. The Zoo is committed to providing a high quality facility that offers not only the care of a variety of animals, but also an opportunity for visitors to experience a greater appreciation of the value and diversity of our planet's life forms. Highlights of Sequoia Park Zoo include the new Barnyard and Entry Pavilion plus a walk-through aviary. The Barnyard is a kid-friendly place to meet and greet several kinds of farm animals plus explore some of the secrets of our big, beautiful barn. Our walk-through aviary features a natural setting where you can enjoy close encounters with several species of colorful and unusual birds. The new Entry Pavilion includes a classroom, indoor animal exhibits featuring the Secrets of the Forest plus restroom, caf and gift shop facilities. Stop by and watch the animal keepers prepare meals for the zoo animals at our new kitchen viewing window! (less) ... (more)

   KidzArt is a fun, unique and confidence-building drawing program for preschoolers through seniors. Our mission at KidzArt is to provide kids of all ages with the opportunity to have art in their lives, increase their skills and knowledge of various art media, learn to draw using a proven method, and most of all, to have fun! KidzArt enhances a child's experience of art. Kids have a great need to express themselves in many ways -- artistically, emotionally, physically and spiritually. KidzArt impacts each and every area of expression. The KidzArt classroom is a non-competitive environment enhanced by soft music that allows children to focus and enjoy what they are doing. Parents see the difference in the quality of art their children bring home. Kids get immediate results as their enthusiasm for art increases. KidzArt impacts their lives by sparking their creative process in other areas as well. KidzArt reaches the artistic individual as well as those who never thought they could draw or create works of art! (less) ... (more)

   KidzArt is a fun, unique and confidence-building creative art experience. We offer: Art Classes for kids, teens and adults, Camps, Workshops, Birthday parties for children, Creative Parties for Adults, School and Organizational Fundraisers, Creative Workshops for Adults and Teens KidzArt enhances a child's experience of art. Kids have a great need to express themselves in many ways -- artistically, emotionally, physically and spiritually. KidzArt impacts each and every area of expression. The KidzArt classroom is a non-competitive environment enhanced by soft music that allows children to focus and enjoy what they are doing. Parents see the difference in the quality of art their children bring home. Kids get immediate results as their enthusiasm for art increases. KidzArt impacts their lives by sparking their creative process in other areas as well. KidzArt reaches the artistic individual as well as those who never thought they could draw or create works of art! (less) ... (more)