June 9, 2008

Sign Language

By Order of the Management Signs

You were hardly a Rules girl when single. But now you’re bossing wayward tots around, you’re rethinking that stance.

Go forth in style with funky By Order of the Management signs from graphic artist John W. Golden.

There’s a gentle correction for every nascent bad habit: Eat Your Vegetables, Brush Your Teeth, Share Your Toys. Other messages simply broadcast a reassuring house policy, like No Monsters Allowed. Even little miscreants who can’t read will be hooked.

It’s a good start in a house where grown-ups rule.

Available online at etsy.com.

MEET
MommyMixer
What: San Francisco’s first gathering, where moms meet and informally interview a slew of babysitters, face to face.
Why: You miss speed dating.
When: Wed., 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: Right Start Presidio, 3435 Sacramento St.

SEE
Italian Street Painting Festival
What: Madonnari chalk up the pavement, serenaded by jazz, swing, rock, and R&B.
Why: Paint the town.
When: Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Fifth Ave., at A St., San Rafael.

READ
Okido
What: New Brit zine for 2-7-year-olds delivers science, art, and offbeat hilarity.
Why: “Goofus & Gallant” gone indie.
When: Quarterly.
Where: Your mailbox.