We recently hosted a birthday party here for my 3 year old son and had a really great experience…read more The facility is very clean, well-organized, and set up perfectly for young kids. Leila did a wonderful job leading the activities and keeping a group of 16 children engaged with age-appropriate options. Even the younger kids who wanted to participate were included, and everything ran smoothly despite the excitement that comes with a room full of toddlers. One thing I especially appreciated was how easy the experience felt as a parent. The party room was fully cleaned afterward, and our belongings were neatly organized, which allowed me to actually enjoy the party rather than stress about logistics. We also come regularly for Open Play, and it's always a great experience. The space is consistently safe, clean, and well-run, which is why we keep coming back. Highly recommend for both parties and everyday play.

Such a fun place! I brought my 25 month old here for the open play session a few days ago and she…read morehad a lot of fun. Unfortunately the session was just us and her cousin. So it was bit quiet. But the girls really enjoyed exploring, dancing and playing. We would definitely come back, but may try another class. The class before ours was much busier.

We brought our 18 mo grandson here for a couple of hours. He thoroughly enjoyed it. What a great…read moreidea for a business!!!

We attended a birthday here and we had so much fun! This place is great for younger kids! Clean and…read moregreat service! I can't wait to come back again!

Fantastic studio. My kids love coming here and have so far taken three separate workshops and…read morecamps. All the instructors are committed, great with children, and highly knowledgable. A true neighborhood gem.

Our family reserved a private event for a birthday party and we had an amazing time! We were…read moreprovided with two teachers who led the class for our children and for the adults. The art class was a success and we all picked up our finished pieces a few weeks later and they turned out great.

Ana and her team are amazing! Parents that have children with special needs require certain…read moreenvironments to help regulate and offer tactical play to help the success of their childs growth. Sensory Development Center offers that environment, not just with the cleanliness of their facility but Paulina and Kataya are wonderful with the children and very engaging. My 2yr old son absolutely loves it! They send updates and pictures via WhatsApp and are prompt with responding every time I have questions or last minute schedule changes. Everything in the facility is thought-out from sensory bins to motion swings to self regulating squishy balls everything serves a purpose! I would 100% recommend Ana's business. She's very kind and so easy and helpful to work with. I support her cute and welcoming atmosphere at Sensory Development Center and I know you would too! Thanks Ana and Friends Tyra & Jeddy!

Brought my almost 3 yr old in for 1 hour session with Anna for the first time and had a great…read moreexperience. My little guy is very attached to me, so I was worried about the drop off BUT...as soon as he saw the setup inside, he ran in and started playing. Anna and her staff was very warm and attentive, he didn't want to leave. The facility is very clean, and plenty of sensory toys and activities to keep kids engaged. We'll be joining in for more classes soon!

We booked Paint the Town for a work event at Unity High School and LOVED it!!…read more All of our staff was highly engaged and enthusiastic about the process and final products. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, engaging, and unique group experience. Paulette Lagana was our instructor and she showed up right on time and kept everything rolling perfectly. She not only provided instruction but also compliments that kept everyone motivated. Do yourself a favor and book your appointment asap

Was so pleased to find Paint the Town! It was really easy to book and everything ran very smoothly…read more My daughter was so excited to have a painting party at our home for her birthday! There was a wonderful selection of paintings from which to choose. The artist, Ramona, came promptly and set up. She did a fabulous job demonstrating and teaching the 11 year olds how to paint the picture my daughter had chosen. She was very patient and friendly. Would definitely recommend Ramona and Paint the Town for a kids' birthday or any other event!

First, I don't recommend this for children entering K or younger. Our youngest is four (entering…read moreTK), but we kept her out this year because there are too many big kids and not enough supervision and structure. Basically, this place is a free-for-all for elementary and younger middle school students. Also, the bathrooms. Hit or miss. First day, one had ants and another one had poop. Last day, everything was clean and well-stocked. I realize that that's up to the janitorial staff of the host school and not S&K, but that is an area for improvement. With that said, Jenbert Jr 1 (6.5 years, entering 1st grade) had so much fun here. On her first day she played soccer, read in the library, made a bracelet, played interactive games with the counselors, went down the slip & slide, and played on the playground. She came back with an equally big smile on her face after the second day talking about finding Chucky the chicken, all the games she played, and pieing volunteers in the face. Jenbert Jr 1 is usually a fussy eater but she liked a lot of the meals here. She enjoyed the rest of her time here and can't wait to come back next year. As a parent, I love the flexibility, variety of activities (both the core and rotating), and the fact that nut-free lunch and snacks are provided. There are also veg and GF options. I also like that you only pay for what you use. We are looking forward to returning in 2027!

My kid and her friend registered for the last week of summer camp. They arrived at 9 a.m., but…read moreunfortunately, many things weren't open until 10:30 a.m. Consequently, they had limited options for activities. Even the open activities were completely full. When things finally opened, there were extremely long lines, and they were unable to participate in any activities except for a 20-minute sewing session before being excused for lunch. They were repeatedly told to return an hour later on many activities, so they tried the library, which was closed, and then searched for athletic equipment like balls or anything, only finding none that weren't already being played with. In essence, the kids were left with no options and were forced to sit around and observed other kids doing the same, which is not what we expected from what was advertised. I understand that the camp has a high number of kids the last week of summer, but it should not compromise their overall experience. I had to pick them up early because they literally had nothing to do. I am a working mom and was really hoping this camp would have worked out for them for the next day. Therefore, I requested a full refund but nobody ever got back to me about it. Super disappointing and a fair warning for others who are looking to enroll in this summer camp in the future.

I have to give Kari a big 5 stars for the way they handled the negative situation from my…read moredaughter's birthday party. Not only did Kari reimburse me for the cost of the original party she offered me a free 2 hour party to show us what they can be like. We have an annual NYE party where we count down at 9pm so the kids can all bring in the New Year but the parents can get them to bed by 10pm. I asked Kari if she would be willing to come out on NYE, thinking she would say no, but she didn't, she said yes. I will admit I was hesitant. I was a little worried but I figured it would keep the kids occupied. Hannah, our performer, called me 30 minutes earlier than our planned start time just to let me know she was already in the area and could start early if I wanted, but didn't have to. I had her still come at 6:30 since most of our guests wouldn't be there by then. She had an adorable 70's flashy disco diva outfit on, which the kids loved. She was TERRIFIC. She kept those kids entertained for a full 2 hours! They loved her. Her magic show was awesome, her enthusiasm was great, and her professionalism and ability to stay in character was top notch. The parents were so impressed and happy with her! I am happy to make my first post of 2013 a positive follow up for Kari's Magic Parties and I am seriously thinking about having them come back next NYE! Thank you Kari for following through and showing me how great you guys can be,

I initially contacted another party performer after reading some troublesome reviews of character…read moremixups and no shows and no refunds. But because that other performer was already fully booked, i ended up going with Kari's magic parties per recommendation of my nursing school classmate. I sent my inquiry 3-4 weeks before the party via email because their website was in construction I think at the time. When they told me they had an availability I was elated. They told me that the performer was supposed to call me by 5 pm the day before the party. The days leading up to the party I totally forgot about the performer. To my pleasant surprise miss Sarah called the day before the party. Initially the services I wanted were face painting and balloons and a sing a long. She told me since we had her for 2 hrs and only about 10-15 kids I could add another service. Since my daughter was 2 and the kids were aged 2-9 she recommended toddler time which entailed "head shoulders, knees, and toes". That sounded awesome since my daughter loves those songs but I opted for the magic show option so that the adults and older children would be entertained as well. The day of the party she arrived perfectly on time. As soon as she entered everyone was in awe of Miss Sarah's beauty. She embodied Elsa PERFECTLY. We had the movie playing during the party and some younger children actually thought she stepped out of the tv and through the front door! Lol. She asked for a place to paint and a cup of water and off she went. She stayed in character the entire time. Everyone young and old enjoyed her magic show. And she was there to cut the cake with us. She posed with EVERYONE and was so pleasant! She was very easy to talk to and kept asking if there was anything more she could do. Overall I am so thankful for Sarah and Kari's Magic Parties for the wonderful experience. Sarah had a very important job of bringing the party to life as Queen Elsa and that's EXACTLY what she did! Highly recommended and am excited to work with them again in the near future!

This was such a beautiful picturesque event! A few moms got together for a paint & sip and we LOVED…read morethe entire experience. First of all, the property is absolutely beautiful and it is so much better than being cooped up indoors in some paint studio. You feel like you're on a retreat. Second of all, the instructions were very specific and we were very well guided throughout the process. I have two left hands - and art is definitely not my forte. However, even for someone like me- the painting was a success! Last of all, the food was phenomenal. I love authentic Indian food- and the food was very delicious and added a wonderful touch to the entire experience. I HIGHLY recommend coming here for a GNO, team building, or just to enjoy with friends. I am excited to bring my kids here for a party some day.

Wow! What an unforgettable experience at Paint and Picnic! I…read morewas planning my daughter's 17th birthday and originally thought of doing a picnic with a "paint with me" activity. While searching for vendors, I came across Paint and Picnic and I'm so glad I did! The website was easy to navigate, and everything was clearly laid out. I reached out to the owner, Sophia, and she responded quickly and answered all my questions. Booking was super easy, and once it was confirmed, everything was handled--setup, food, decor, and paint supplies! The venue is absolutely beautiful--relaxing, cozy, and perfect for pictures. Sophia works with a small local vendor in Berkeley for food, and each sandwich was customized to our guests' needs. I love that she supports small businesses! The paint session was fun and easy to follow, and all the girls loved it. Sophia is kind, professional, and incredibly accommodating. I didn't have to stress about a thing--just showed up and enjoyed the day. Highly recommend Paint and Picnic if you're looking for something unique, stress-free, and beautiful. You won't regret it!