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Red Tricycle Awards

Best of the East Bay 2011


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"Sutro's: The Palace at Lands End" is a full length documentary film about this San Francisco's landmark built in the late 19th century. Written & directed by Tom Wyrsch, this is a must see for any history buff.
NAPHA Journal
"San Francisco's Playland at the Beach: The Early Years"
This newly published book by renowned historian James Smith contains over 250 photos.
San Francisco's Playland at the Beach: The Early Years
"Remembering Playland"
Full length documentary on DVD about Whitney's Playland.
This is the first and only documentary ever made about Playland.
Remembering Playland



Kick off summer with a bang and commemorate the 4th anniversary of the Museum of Fun with us. We'll have special contests on the pinball and carnival games and many other surprises! Open Monday 10 to 5 for an extra day to play!

On Saturday we are pleased to present magician Scott Alcalay. Scott was one of the first magicians to perform at Scott Alcalay Playland-Not-at-the-Beach and has performed at the renowned Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Not only will Scott amaze and entertain you, he will have you scratching your head and asking, "How does he do that?"

Sunday magician Mike Della Penna will be our featured entertainer. Mike perfected his entertainment skills as a standup comic in Boston but developed an early love for children's magic. Mike is funny and a lot of fun. Don't miss him!!!

Fabulous Frank Monday Fabulous Frank rounds out our weekend of fun and magic. Frank originally assisted magicians and when one of our in-house magicians became ill, Frank took over. Now we can't stop him. This guy is really funny.




Magic Camp
Playland-Not-at-the-Beach is excited to announce its third annual Summer Magic Camp hosted by Mike Della Penna!

Mike will teach TWO sessions, June 25-29 and July 9-13 — campers can enroll in one or both workshops. Students of every age, level and ability are welcome to partake in magical learning and laughter, Mike Della Penna complete with very special guest performers.

Included are a teaching manual and DVD set by renowned magician Joshua Jay, and all magic props and materials required. Learn to perform magical effects, improve performance skills and make friends who are as interested in magic as you are!

Each session is limited to 10 students so don't miss out. Last year's class sold out fast. Sign Up Today!
Pinball, Pinball, Pinball, and More Pinball
We have over 30 pinball machines spanning seven decades, video games, Penny Arcade machines, and challenging carnival games of skill all here waiting to entertain and amuse you!
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