$15 for unlimited jumping got 2+ hours of a 5th grader's yaya's out on a rainy day. We outlasted…read morewhat seemed like the busiest period (3-4:30? They opened at 3). 1 star off because the rules say socks are required, but there were kids without socks climbing on the outside of the slides... We'll be back!

Kids had an awesome time jumping, laughing and enjoying themselves. Thank you for a fun afternoon…read moreindoor activity.

Do you like sweet soft lovable ponies? Do you like making your kids dreams come true? We booked…read morePonies R Us this past weekend and the crew was super top notch. Everything was made effortless for us- they come to your yard...lots of helmets to choose from and such a wonderful demeanor of calmness from the guide to help the kids get comfortable. I'm sure she would be amazing at true riding lessons as well... we will consider it for sure.

We had a wonderful experience with Ponies R Us. They showed up on time, were respectful,…read moreprofessional, knew how to make all the kids feel safe and confident and were extremely patient. We enjoyed the pony Rose. She had an amazing temperament. All the kids were excited to see and ride Rose. I highly recommend them for your child's party!! The owner, Catherine was wonderful. She worked with me to come up with a package that fit my budget and daughter's party wish. They take PayPal, cash or check. I have two pieces of feedback. First, I would recommend is having a cancellation policy or two way contract to ensure customer and owner are protected. For example, if the pony is sick and can't show or the customer cancels last minute, it's nice to have something like that in place. Second, I would have costs listed on the website for different options with descriptions of the package. We will be using them again for my neice's party!

I have taken my toddler here for drop in play twice and we had a great time. The staff is friendly…read moreand knowledgable, and the variety of Lego toys to play with and buy is really impressive. I'll definitely be bringing my son here a lot over the summer while it's too hot for outdoor activities!

This is a great place for Lego fans - especially kids who want to drop in and play or host a…read morebirthday party. They have some cool parts and lots of sets although they are very expensive. Id recommend more for an "experience" vs shopping.

This is a beautiful brand new facility connected to Hamilton School. They have basketball leagues…read morehere and camps in the summer.

One of my favorite parks as a kid, and now one of my favorite parks to bring my own kids to…read more Péri Park in Fairfax has a calm, tucked-away neighborhood feel with giant redwood trees, lots of shade, and a softer energy than bigger playgrounds in Marin. Quick guide below. One thing I really love is that it has separate little kid and big kid play areas. Sometimes parks with toddler sections accidentally make the older-kid area feel boring... but not here. The bigger playground is still genuinely fun and adventurous for older kids too. The toddler playground is designed for ages 1-5, while the larger play structure is designed for kids ages 5-12, which makes this a really good option for siblings with different age ranges. There's also a shallow creek behind the park that families bring their kids to explore. It's only a couple inches deep in some areas, so children can safely splash around and play in the water while parents supervise nearby. That little creek honestly feels like part of the magic of this place. The park also has swings, climbing structures, slides, picnic tables, and enough space for kids to explore without the entire area feeling chaotic or overstimulating. ------ QUICK GUIDE Good for: * Toddlers (ages 1-5) * Bigger kids (ages 5-12) * Siblings with different ages * Slower nature-style park days * Families looking for shade What matters: * Playground: yes -- separate little kid + big kid areas * Shade: YES. Giant redwoods throughout the park * Seating: benches + picnic tables * Bathrooms: available onsite * Creek access: yes -- shallow creek nearby for supervised water play * Parking: neighborhood street parking * Terrain: wood chips/dirt-style playground surface * Dog-friendly: not inside playground area ------ Pro tip: Bring extra clothes if your kids want to play in the creek afterward.

I stumbled across this quaint little park on a trip to Fairfax. I'm glad I did, because it made…read morefor a welcome break after a long drive. There's a well maintained baseball field and batting cage on one side of the creek. On the other, there are tennis courts, a playground, and a nice shady area to unwind. There was a cool breeze blowing, and birds chirping in the trees. I think it's one of the most peaceful, relaxing parks I've visited in a while. I hope you like it too!

Late post. My…read moredaughter-in-law drove us by to this 7 acre park in the City of Novato. Good area for soccer games due to the even grassy land. It is kid friendly with a Playground set with slide and swing . It is popular for picnic and has a covered picnic area.

This park is adjacent to the Levee Trail, which is also known as the San Francisco Bay Trail. I…read moredidn't see any drinking faucets, but perhaps there are some there. There are also two outhouses. They were clean, but did not have any hand sanitizer in the Spencer's. It looks like it's a lot of fun for young children. They have some really cute little things to play on, such as a little helicopter. The day that I visited, there were a ton of toddlers having a great time here. There's also a ball field right next door. On the sign, it's actually not called the South Hamilton Park, and I was confused if this was the same place. The other name for the park is "Palmisano park." But then when I looked at the sign regarding making reservations, they do indeed call it the South Hamilton Park.

We just finished a great week at Camp Doodles in San Rafael. This was my son's first time and each…read moreday he came home w/ a great story about how much fun he had. Loved the crafts, games, skits and the counselors. Everyone was so nice, very helpful at check in and the daily lunch option was a nice bonus. You know it has been a good week when all the counselors get hugs on the last day! My boys have done a lot of different camps over the last few summers, we will definitely be returning!

My son (pre-K) and my daughter (K) both attended Camp Doodles last summer for the whole summer at…read morethe San Rafael Dominican Campus. From the moment we stepped on campus I could tell it was going to be a great summer. I wanted to stay and go to camp. My kids had a ball. Everyday was an adventure and they loved the photo slide show at the end of each day. I loved it too as I got to see what they did throughout the day. The best part about Camp Doodles is the Camp Counselors. They are all amazing and seem to truly enjoy the kids and the work they do. My kids were sad when the summer came to an end with it camp. We couldn't wait a whole year to go back and so were thrilled to see they offered Winter Camp Doodles over the school break. My kids slipped right back into the camp routine without skipping a beat. They are signed up again for this summer and keep asking how long until camp starts. As a working mom, it makes me feel good to know my kids are excited about where they will spend their day and I can't wait to hear all the stories each afternoon. I also think it is worth mentioning that Doodles is especially good for the younger campers. I was not worried about my kids getting lost in a crowd of older kids. The campers are put in age appropriate groups and with plenty of activities to choose from within in their age group. Water play day and bicycling days were especially popular with my kids. Did I mention the camp songs? Good times. We can't say enough about Camp Doodles and look forward to another great summer there. Can you Doodle?

2023/123 Everytime I…read morevisit Novato , this is my to go to park for a walk with my granddaughters and their parents. This park is located nearby an elementary school. It is about 1/2 mile walk through a very serene neighborhood. It's clean and fresh atmosphere with play equipments , climbing rock sculptures, a stone bear in a sandbox and picnic tables. The creek offers a burbling sound while traveling along the beds over rocks and tree roots. A lot of trees surrounding the park give the park a feeling of a rain forest. A Tepee jungle gym and a canoe offer a make believe Indian scene plus a full size sculptured bear lurking steadily on a sandbox. Stand up Hoops that serve as water sprinkler with a push button during the hot summer months for fun.

This park is located in a nice neighborhood in Novato CA. The parking situation is not good. You…read moreeither have to park at the end of a court, or next to the baseball fields, which is kind of far from the playground. There are portable bathrooms at this park but they were very gross and dirty when I was there. The creek is a nice part of the park. However, there was no water in it. There is a splash pad, which wasn't working. The playground is small and I could see kids getting bored with it quickly. There are wood chips underneath the playground. There are swings at this park. The grassy area is somewhat small and is not well maintained. The baseball fields appear to be in good condition. This park was underwhelming and I won't return. Have fun out there. -Dadzone