Here are this month’s top family activities around the Bay Area.
Jan 29
Oakland Museum White Elephant Sale
THROUGH FEB. 21 (select dates). Support the Oakland Museum by shopping at this popular rummage sale, with something for everyone in a warehouse as big as two football fields. 10am-2pm. $7.
333 Lancaster St., Oakland
Jan 31
Science Saturdays
Join in fun and interactive science lessons followed by hands-on activities every Sat. FREE with admission of $10.
Santa Cruz Museum of Discovery, 1855 41st Ave C-10, Capitola
February
Feb. 1
Valentine’s Day Card Making
Make a Valentine’s Day card to give to someone you love. For children and their families. 2-4pm. FREE.
Sunset Library, 1305 18th Ave., San Francisco
Feb. 2
San Jose Super Bowl Celebrations
THROUGH FEB. 8. Throughout the week leading up to the Super Bowl at Levi Stadium, San Jose will host many celebrations throughout the city including an opening night event at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, concerts, drone shows, community watch parties and more. Check the website for details.
Peking Acrobats
This group’s stunning display of strength, agility and grace has captivated audiences worldwide. Watch as these performers defy the laws of physics with breathtaking stunts, acrobatics and traditional Chinese artistry. 7pm. $45-75.
Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore
Feb. 3
Super Bowl Experience
THROUGH FEB. 7. In celebration of the Super Bowl coming to the Bay Area, there will be a fan experience in San Francisco where attendees can participate in interactive games, collect star player autographs, take photos with all 59 Super Bowl rings and the Vince Lombardi trophy and more. 3-10pm Feb. 3-6, 10am-10pm Feb. 7. $40 Feb. 3-5, $50 Feb. 6, $60 Feb. 7, 12 and under FREE.
Moscone Center North & South, 747 Howard St., San Francisco
nfl.com/super-bowl/event-info/super-bowl-experience
Feb. 6
“Afrofuturism”
The Chabot Space & Science Center celebrates Black History Month with the theme “Afrofuturism,” – a movement in literature, music, art and more featuring futuristic and science fiction themes that incorporate elements of Black history and culture. There will be themed cocktails for the grown-ups and hands-on crafting for the little space explorers. AfroComicCon will host a panel discussion on the history of Afrofuturism in the Bay Area and cosmic hip-hop experience Stardust perform in the planetarium. 6-10pm. $24 adults, $19 kids.
Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland
Feb. 8
Ethiopian Music and Dance
Experience the musical traditions and history of Ethiopia through instruments, movement and dance with Ada Kassaye in celebration of Black History Month. For children ages 7 and younger. 2-3pm. FREE.
Ocean View Library, 345 Randolph St., San Francisco
Bot Bowl
Join the Robo Bowl and take a turn commanding programmable robots to run plays in the Hiller Aviation Museum’s robotic stadium. 10am-12pm. $16-24, 3 and under FREE.
Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Road, San Carlos
Feb. 14
“Peppa Pig: My First Concert”
This interactive introduction to a live orchestra for ages 18 months and older features Peppa and George. Learn about the different sounds that instruments make and enjoy favorite music from the show played by a live orchestra. 2pm and 6pm. $39-69.
Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
lesherartscenter.org/home-lesher-arts
San Francisco Symphony Music for Families Concert
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the entire family at San Francisco Symphony’s family concert “Music of the Heart,” featuring works by Tchaikovsky, Puccini and more. Recommended for ages 5-12. 2pm. $19.50-89; kids are half off.
Davies Symphony Hall, 201 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco
West African Music with Keenan D. Webster
Listen to musical instruments related to the banjo and learn the history of the West African Mande speaking peoples in celebration of Black History Month. 11am-12pm. FREE.
Western Addition Library, 1550 Scott St., San Francisco
sfpl.org
World Ballet Company: “Swan Lake”
Featuring a cast of 50 international dancers and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score, this classic ballet performance includes all of the breathtaking ballet moments from the “Dance of the Little Swans” to the Black Swan’s iconic 32 fouettés. 7pm. $67.10-195.20.
Golden Gate Theatre, 1 Taylor St., San Francisco
Feb. 18
“Seussical Jr.”
THROUGH FEB. 19. This production brings to life all the favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination. 6:30pm Wed. and Thu. $20.
Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore
Feb. 19
“Disney on Ice – Let’s Dance!”
THROUGH MARCH 1 SAN JOSE & OAKLAND. Mickey and his pals are rocking the DJ table. Feel the electric atmosphere as they remix favorite Disney tunes into colorful worlds. Through Feb. 22 in San Jose and Feb. 26-March 1 in Oakland. $26-110.
SAP Center, 525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose
Oakland Arena, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland
Feb. 21
Unique Derique Performance
Let the laughter lift you as Unique Derique’s blend of classic physical comedy, circus-inspired tricks and playful percussion touches your funny bone. 2-3pm. FREE.
Eureka Valley Library, 1 Jose Sarria Court, San Francisco
Petting Zoo at the Library
Meet and greet 20 animals, including an alpaca, a potbelly pig, a tortoise, goats, sheep, chickens, ducks and bunnies. 10am-12pm. FREE.
West Portal Library Front Courtyard, 190 Lenox Way, San Francisco
Feb. 28
The Amazing Bubble Man
Louis Pearl’s performances combine comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. His shows include square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes and more. 2pm. $34 adults, 17 and under $23, family of four $100.
Marin Center Showcase Theatre, 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
