August 4, 2008

Show Case

Jan Eleni Collages

The deluge begins as soon as school does: a flood of noodle crafts, glitter gouaches, and paper creations appear, begging to be hung on every wall.

Give these treasures pride of place before you drown in them. Designer Jan Eleni Lemonedes’s sophisticated collages are a brilliant, space-saving way to collect, archive, and display kiddo’s works of art.

Lemonedes first edits then makes mini reproductions, grouping and framing a year’s worth or more. The result is a masterpiece that captures your child’s unique style.

Feel like you’ve just spotted land?

Available online at janeleni.com.

GO
Puzzle Party
What: Puzzle your way through tangrams, linked rings, and sliding blocks.
Why: Figure it out.
When: Sat., noon-4 p.m.
Where: Chinese Culture Center, 750 Kearny St., near Washington St., 3rd flr. (415-986-1822).

SEE
Dawn of the Space Age
What: New planetarium show introduces wide eyes to the history of space travel.
Why: It’s outta this world.
When: Thru Sept. 1. See schedule for times.
Where: Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (510-336-7373).

Seasons Restaurant Family Amenities
What: New dining perks for fams include cartoon-loaded portable DVD player, tempting tot menu, and cupcake making.
Why: Babysitter’s got other plans.
When: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
Where: Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco, 757 Market St., near Yerba Buena Ln. (415-633-3000).