Fall Festival & Community Open House

Join us for a free community celebration filled with fall fun, hands-on STEAM activities, Kids’ Kitchen demos, giveaways, and more! Join us for North Bay Children's Center's 2nd Annual Fall Festival & Community Open House! Bring the whole family for a day of fall fun, hands-on learning, live entertainment, and community connection! There's something for everyone to enjoy, from interactive STEAM activities and delicious food tastings to a scarecrow scavenger hunt, live performances, and more! 🍁 Festival Highlights • STEAM Discovery Zone: Explore hands-on STEAM activities and enjoy some messy fun with our water stream! • Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt: Back by popular demand! Search for scarecrows hidden throughout campus. • Garden of Eatin'® & Kids Kitchen: Enjoy fresh food tastings, salsa making, apple dipping, and interactive cooking activities. • Live Entertainment: Enjoy performances and activities featuring Sandcastle Theater Company, the Novato Library, and Sloan of Refine Dance Collective. • Family Food Share: Stop by our table for free fresh food and grocery items to take home. • Classroom Bake Sale & Food Trucks: Enjoy homemade treats prepared by NBCC children and teachers, plus delicious food available for purchase from food trucks, including Manny's Tacos. • Special Giveaways: Take home STEAM Packs and Kids Kitchen cooking kits, while supplies last! 🤝 Community Resources & Partners Connect with local organizations offering valuable resources and services for children and families, including: • Canal Alliance • Parent Services Project (Raising a Reader) • Zero Waste Marin • North Marin Community Services • Community Action Marin You'll also have the opportunity to explore our Al & Lisa Brayton Campus and learn more about NBCC's early childhood education programs and services. 🍂 Everyone Is Welcome! Whether you're a current NBCC family or simply looking for a fun way to spend the day, we'd love to celebrate with you! Bring your children, grandparents, extended family, neighbors, and friends. Admission and activities are FREE! Food and baked goods will also be available for purchase. RSVPs are encouraged but not required. Registering simply helps us estimate attendance and plan for a wonderful day. You're welcome to join us even if you haven't RSVP'd! We can't wait to celebrate with you!