Best of Families & Pets 2026

Best After-School Program

TCV Food Bank + Mobile Pantry

Best Animal Rescue Group

Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

Best Community Organization

Local Ecology and Agriculture Fremont: LEAF

Best Community Volunteer

Merna Morse

Best Dog-Friendly Restaurant

Lazy Dog

Best Family Restaurant

Black Bear Diner

Best Park or Open Space

Central Park, Fremont

Best Pet or Feed Store

Bogie’s Pet Supplies

Best Place to Take a Date

Downtown Niles

Best Place to Take the Dog

Central Park Dog Park

Best Place to Take the Kids

Aqua Adventure Water Park

Best Playground

Sabercat Play Area Central Park

Best Private or Charter School

BASIS Independent Fremont

Best Public School

Washington High School

Best Summer Camp

Camp Galileo

Best Trail (and park or location)

Bayview Trail, Coyote Hills Regional Park

Best Veterinary Clinic

Mission Valley Veterinary

Best Youth Sports League or Club

Fremont Youth Soccer Club