Family events in San Francisco, CA

MLB action arrives at Oracle Park as the Minnesota Twins take on the San Francisco Giants. With the season winding down, this meeting may influence the standings and the playoff picture. Minnesota’s tendencies go up against San Francisco’s advantage at home, creating a tight contest that could pivot on a sudden rally, a crucial at-bat, or a manager’s pitching call in the late innings.

Excelsior Community Food Pantry offers free groceries to families facing food insecurity through a weekly, rain-or-shine distribution held entirely outdoors. Volunteers are needed on an ongoing basis, and people of all ages are welcome, including children with supervision. Individuals and small groups can simply show up, while groups of about seven or more should arrange a date in advance by emailing foodpantry@missionbaycc.org. Arrive a little early for introductions and orientation. The pantry operates in the parking lot of the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living, and drivers are asked to park on the street rather than in the facility lots. Dress for the weather. Those tracking service hours can bring a paper form to be signed by a Captain after clean-up, or use the pilot volunteer platform to record hours digitally.

Adoptable cats and dogs will be available to meet at PetSmart in Daly City. This in-store event offers a chance to get to know the animals in person and see if one could be the right fit.

This in-person studio session for youth celebrates the 65th anniversary of inventor Ludwig Von Drake. The program covers the character's origins and looks at how other quirky inventors have been brought to life through animation. Participants create an original inventor character absorbed in a new discovery, using 2D traditional light tables and methods.