BMG: Outdoors for Earth Day

Welcome to the BMG’s Mom-nificent Family Spotlight!

Outdoors for Earth Day

If you are like us, we are a bit stir crazy and ready for some outdoor fun! With Earth Day around the corner, this is a great opportunity to spend some time with Mother Nature.

Local Family Friendly Hike Spots

Alameda Creek Overlook “Little Yosemite” (Sunol) – Stroller friendly path along a creek leading to rocky streams and waterfalls
Lafayette Reservoir Lake Trail (Lafayette) – Beautiful paved 3-mile trail loop with lots of roller coaster hills—bring stroller or balance bike for the kids
Lynch Canyon Open Space (Fairfield) – Great spot for easy hikes and wildlife spotting
Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve (Vallejo) – Has kid-friendly hikes, picnic areas and panoramic views
Radke Martinez Shoreline (Martinez) – Nice walk by the water with bridges making it fun for the kids
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park (Oakland) – Ladybug migration from late October to mid-February, don’t miss later this year!
Tennessee Valley Trailhead (Mill Valley) – About 1 mile each way, flat & stroller friendly, and takes you to a beautiful beach
Wetlands Edge Park (American Canyon) – Great place for bird watching, walks and bike rides

Craft of the Month

Earth Day Craft Ideas

Nature Collage Art – Collect leaves, flowers, and twigs from a walk and glue them onto recycled cardboard to create a nature-inspired masterpiece
Upcycled Planters – Turn old jars, tin cans, or milk cartons into painted planters for herbs or flowers.
Egg Carton Greenhouses – Use egg cartons to plant seedlings and teach kids about growing their own plants.

Lo’s PlayTown: A New Hub for Benicia Families

As a local, I’m thrilled to share the opening of Lo’s PlayTown, a brand-new, family-friendly space designed to bring our community together. Opening April 10th, Lo’s PlayTown offers a place where kids can unleash their creativity, parents can relax, and families can bond through play, learning, and celebration.

This vibrant center, catering mainly to children aged 0-9, is all about fostering connection and joy. Whether you’re here to let your little one explore the play units, or to enjoy an activity together, PlayTown provides a welcoming, fun environment for all ages.

What makes Lo’s PlayTown special is its deep ties to the community.

It reflects everything that makes Benicia great: the charm, the warmth, and the sense of togetherness.

This is a welcomed addition to our community. Families will get to enjoy services like 90-minute play sessions, hosting birthday parties at the venue, attending creative classes or enjoying special events throughout the year.

The owners have devoted themselves to curating a special and enjoyable experience for everyone in the family. Visit www.playtownandlounge.com or follow @lo_playtown on Instagram and Facebook to become part of the PlayTown community!