6 Inspiring NEW Books About The Immigrant Experience

6 Inspiring NEW Books About The Immigrant Experience

With immigration so prominently in the news, here are some book recommendations from Clare Doornbos at DIESEL, A Bookstore to inspire us to think deeper about immigrant children and their families in America.

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Timeless Tales on Stage and Screen for Children

Timeless Tales on Stage and Screen for Children

Jumpstart a life-long passion of film and theater by taking your children to these family-friendly shows specially designed for the young (and young at heart.) These performances range from classic fairy tales to adaptations of favorite books to charming musicals and more. Get your tickets now before they sell out! Here's my pick of some of the best shows in town this March.

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Overnight Adventures

Overnight Adventures

Sleepovers at a favorite spot are a wildly popular experience and is as exciting as ever for families. Each one offers a unique and special way to enjoy a beloved place and they sell out fast. Bring your pj’s and sleeping bag and sleep next to your favorite exhibit, under the stars or on an historic ship and let your imagination run wild.

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Bay Area Bayou: Celebrating Mardi Gras

Bay Area Bayou: Celebrating Mardi Gras

Shimmy & shake & swing those beads, the Bay Area ushers in Fat Tuesday with traditional French cuisine, costumes and parades. Mardi Gras is all about indulgence and throughout the Bay Area you can do it in family-friendly style with live music, parades and street festivals transforming various parts of the Bay Area into New Orleans’ famous Burbon Street. Here are your Big Easy par-tay destinations throughout the Bay Area.

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