SFist's Daisy Barringer has stiff competition in the mourning game after little Johnny here shed tears of sorrow and confusion after the 49ers lost Sunday's NFC Championship game to New York. Is this a ploy by the kid's dad to get free tickets next season? We hope so. It's a wonderful plan and a perfect execution. (Except for the camera angle. Use horizontal when shooting video on your phone, folks!) more ›

(By D. Hanousek) Yesterday, a close friend pregnant with her first child posted a link on Facebook to an article about a mother who was arrested for allowing her 10-year-old to get a tattoo honoring his late brother. Said friend posed the question, "Would you let your 10-year-old son get a tattoo, for any reason? What if the tattoo is to honor the passing of his brother; is that acceptable?" I immediately felt my emotions heighten as I wrote the comment, "Er, circumcision is legal. So is piercing your infant's ears. Don't get me started..." This led me, of course, to the confession that when it comes to hot-topic children's issues, to me, ignorance is bliss. more ›

Police issued an Amber Alert this morning for a missing 11-year-old San Jose girl. Her name is Taylor Vo (Asian, 5'3") and she was taken at around 1:15 a.m. Friday. Police describe the suspect as Tri Le, 42 y/o, Asian male, 5'6". He has black hair and brown eyes and "was last seen wearing a black cap, black jacket and blue jeans. more ›

(By D. Hanousek) After changing park benches three times over the weekend, I realized that I have a confession to make. I don’t want to be your friend. Sure, we both have kids and we both live in the city. And, whaddya know, our kids like to play in playgrounds, too. But, check it out: any communication beyond a nod or a friendly smile "hello" is not necessary. In fact, if I may be candid, it's simply unwelcome. more ›

(By D. Hanousek) As my three-year-old son lays passed out on the couch after throwing up three times this morning, I realize that I have a confession to make. I don't care if my kid gets your kid sick. more ›

As Mercury News reports, shameful San Jose resident Sandra Lizbeth Contreras-Velazquez was arrested last week for allegedly befriending about half a dozen elementary school-aged girls in order to sneak away with their gold jewelry. more ›

We stuck this in Blotter, but it deserves your undivided attention. A 14-year-old boy sits in the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after being stabbed this morning in the Mission District. The incident occurred at 24th and Mission early this morning. "The victim was walking when a suspect approached and stabbed him twice in the shoulder and bicep," reports BCN (via SF Appeal). "The suspect then told the victim to run away before fleeing on foot." more ›

Keep your appendages inside the cable car at all times, kids, because a kid riding the Powell-Hyde cable car line was hurt Wednesday afternoon. According to SF Appeal, "a car drifted toward thee cable car and its side mirror struck an 11-year-old boy in the stomach who was on the cable car." The child was suffered non-life-threatening injuries. more ›

If dragging your child to a drug-fueled party in the desert is your bag, you're in luck. Parenting newsletter Red Tricycle recently published this jarring Insider’s Guide to Burning Man with Kids (which we spotted on 7x7) and it is nothing short of genius. Burners/parents Harley K. Dubois (Harley) and Cory Mervis (Lady Merv) shed some light on hanging out on the playa with kids. A few recommended tips: more ›

This Friday, 826 Valencia is hosting 8 hours and 26 minutes of non-stop writing as part of their 2nd Ever 8/26 Day Write-a-Thon to benefit the organization's free student programming. We can hear all those knuckles crackin' already! more ›

An 11-year-old girl was hit by a stray bullet in the Western Addition late Friday night during gunfire that resulted from an argument amongst some nearby teens, reports Bay City News. According to the Chronicle, the girl was at a sleepover at her cousin's house at Turk and Laguna when a bullet came threw a window, struck her in the heart, and passed through her body. She was taken to SF General Hospital with life-threatening injuries and has remained in life-threatening condition as of about Noon Sunday. more ›

Poor little fella. Or poor little spoiled brat. Depending on how you want to look at it. See, at last night's Giants-Dodgers game, this kid was left with zilch after failing to catch a foul ball. We've been there. It's devastating. Such hope. Such loss. The good news, though, is that the Giants creamed LA 5-3, and "stadium staff was shown handing the kid a foul ball of his own before the game ended." more ›

Census numbers show that San Francisco families are fleeing the city for other bays. Why? Well, for starters, larger houses, roomier backyards, and more affordability. As soon as wee ones leave the stroller stage, it seems, parents decide to ditch the city. And while the younger, more jaded San Franciscan might think that's just swell -- really, who wants to see a stroller at their favorite bar? -- this flight is not good for a thriving metropolis. more ›

The Bay Area is lucky to have a thriving "kindie" music scene, along with lots of other activities and programs for kids. Here are a few happening this weekend. more ›

Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band: Kindie music has been gaining momentum in recent years, much to countless urban parents' delight. This adorable LA-based band is bringing their touring "hip shaking, head bopping, music making" dance party to the Bay Area this weekend, as part of their national tour. They're at SF's Urban Recess this afternoon at 4:30 and Berkeley's Ashkenaz Music and Dance Cultural Center tomorrow. more ›

Be extra careful out there today, folks! It's the 3rd Annual Bike to School Day, in which approximately 3,000 students at more than 40 schools throughout town will be pedaling to school and back. Bay City News via SF Appeal reports that several San Francisco supervisors will be coming along for the ride, including Eric Mar, David Chiu, Jane Kim, Carmen Chu, John Avalos, and Scott Wiener. more ›

Looking for a fun lunch-time activity this week? Or perhaps you're a non-9-to-5er? Check out a few day-time events happening this week. more ›

FOOD: Get the latest scoop on the local food scene at City Art's, On Artisan Food, featuring a panel of folks in the local food industry, including The New York Times' Kim Severson, Tartine Bakery's Chad Robertson, and Cowgirl Creamery's Sue Conley. more ›

Photo of this truly awesome kid hanging out at Hooters was sent to us by a dear friend of SFist. California NOW (National Organization of Women) filed complaints on Thursday against the prominent restaurant chain for allegedly violating state and local laws covering sexual entertainment and minor children. more ›

San Francisco-based Gymboree, who specialize in apparel and gym centers for wee ones, was sold for an astounding $1.8 billion. AP reports: "Gymboree said Monday that the deal is for $65.40 per share, a 24 percent premium to Gymboree’s Friday closing stock price of $52.95. The retailer...currently has about 27.3 million shares outstanding." more ›

Former SFist writer Mary Ladd just wrote this wildly helpful article about taking your little blessings to restaurants. Her thorough recommendations? Pick a noisy place, take the monster(s) outside if they act up, keep them busy, and never forget dessert. Read all about it at the Mercury News. (As for bringing babies to bars, do it. Do it often; do it soon. It's loads of fun. Best of all, the crumpled look on the faces of your PBR-swilling hipster patrons -- mere years away from spawning themselves, unbeknown to them -- is priceless.) more ›

Men's Health magazine, a fitness/softcore gay porn publication, has announced its official list of the best and worst cities in which to raise your little blessings. Basing their results on specific statistics -- i.e., accidental deaths, car-seat inspection locations, sex offenders, and abused-children protection -- San Francisco came in third place. more ›

She just wants to feel good. (Monster's Ball? Anyone?) Academy Award winner Halle Berry, according to SFGate gossip, "is considering relocating from Los Angeles to S.F. in an effort to protect her daughter from crazed paparazzi." more ›

There are lots of kid-friendly events this weekend and beyond. more ›

Looking for fun things to do with Dad on Father's Day? Frisco Kids has some great ideas. Be sure to check out their list of good hiking spots, too. more ›

Yes, stolen bikes are a dime a dozen in this town, but this particular story tugs at the heart strings. Streetsblog reports that on May 16, a nine-year-old special needs child's BuddyBike was stolen from the garage of the family's apartment complex near North Point and Polk. more ›

We're fast approaching another activity-packed weekend. Parents, be sure to refer to the Kids' events section at bottom! Speaking of kids, tonight Vice Verse is hosting the interactive Kids-patch, which consists of a series of workshops for ages 5-12, related to the fields of music, graphic art, performance, creative processes and new media. Tomorrow night is First Saturday, which means lots of art gallery openings. Fresh art, stimulating conversation, strolling the neighborhood, and free wine -- good times. more ›

Thanks again to all the readers who have been sending us family-friendly info! Keep it coming! This weekend is packed with the usual spring-time fun and free/cheap events for all ages. Dogs, goats, playing in the street, planet Earth, and the fire department. Fun times! more ›