Rotary Storyland and Playland
Rotary Storyland is a garden where fairy tales are brought to life. Explore a castle and see the three little pigs´ house. Playland offers rides that appeal to younger children, such as a merry-go-round and boat rides on Lake Washington. Open weekends February through November, daily during summer months. Hours vary. 890 W. Belmont, Roeding Park, Fresno. Playland (559) 486-2124, Storyland (559) 264-2235.

Blackbeard's Family Fun Center
This 15-acre fun-filled family recreation area includes three 18-hole miniature golf courses, water slides, batting cages, two arcades, speedway race cars, bumper boats, paintball and Cap-N-Kid's Fun Factory, an amusement center for children ages 2-12. A picnic area with barbecues is available. 4055 N. Chestnut, Fresno, (559) 292-9000.

Boomers
Enjoy miniature golf, bumper boats, go-carts, laser tag, 32-ft. rock wall and virtual reality video games. Boomers brings out the best in everyone offering exciting attractions including lightning fast go-karts, games and more. It's a great way to spend the day in a fun, safe, family friendly environment. 7354 N. Abbey St., Fresno, (559) 432-9684.

Gateway Ice Center
Gateway Ice center is a state of the art ice skating, family entertainment center. Gateway has an NHL size arena, full service pro shop, glass enclosed warm room and video arcade available for all of your ice-skating needs. In addition to providing a first class ice skating facility, Gateway is committed to maintaining an environment that is clean, safe, family friendly and fun. In addition for free skates, Gateway offers lessons, hockey and special group events. 2473 N. Marks, Fresno, (559) 277-2233.

John's Incredible Pizza Company
Great food, value and tons of fun. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pizza, pasta and salad bar, along with delicious desserts in family friendly themed dining areas. The extensive game area and arcade features a carnival-like midway with bumper cars, air hockey, amusement rides, virtual games, and more. 7095 N. Cedar Ave., Fresno, (559) 323-1111.

Roller Skating
Along with the fun, food, games and some of the best skating music ever, Cal Skate offers the whole family a year round recreational oasis. Let go of everyday stress, relax and enjoy the sport of roller-skating. Classes available. Two locations ? Cal Skate Clovis: 2881 Peach Ave., Clovis, (559) 291-0241; and C & C Cal Skate Fresno - 2625 W. Vassar Ave., Fresno, (559) 498-6510.

Yosemite Fitness
Yosemite Fitness is the valley's only indoor climbing gym offering top rope, crack and lead climbing for first time to experienced climbers. Enjoy as a fun family outing or use to warm up for some of the unique neighboring outdoor climbs in the Sierra Nevada or Yosemite. The friendly and knowledgeable staff assures a great and safe indoor climbing experience. 5075 N. Cedar Ave, Fresno, (559) 229-7625.