Michael Teoli: I was a bit confused when the GPS said I had arrived at my destination when I pulled up to a Gold’s Gym. There was zero signage anywhere. Turns out this is like an outdoor mall and the museum is in one if the storefronts.
I know it’s semantics but thus is more of a small art gallery than a museum. They did have some cool stuff though! And I believe the exhibits change often too. I’d be surprised if you spend more than 15-20 minutes here.
The woman working there was SUPER friendly and informative! She’s a five star employee for sure. She really went above and beyond and even looked up some things for my son and I to do in the area.
Unless you know of a specific show you’d want to see, I don’t know if I’d make the trip just for the museum. But if you’re in the neighborhood or better yet, doing something else in the shopping center, for sure stop in and check it out!
Juli: This is such a lovely park. I left work a little early today and I picked a random park on my commute home to sit at and de-stress for a few minutes. The play equipment and area is well maintained and suitable for younger and older children. There is also a water fountain and picnic tables under shady trees. In addition, there are open space trails right behind the park! I walked on them for about 15 minutes to see if they were safe for a 3-year-old. The trails themself are, but I would have to be cautious of bikers and equestrians coming around turns. I cant wait to bring my kids here to play and then explore the trails!
Cryschelle Jeffery: This place is much larger than it looks from the street. Sapwi Trails is a beautiful hidden gem with what is clearly a newly installed parking lot and picnic area beside the newly opened disc golf course. Informative signs describe the park as a conservation effort and provide information on the native plant life growing around the park. The hiking trails are very easy and are great for kids and walking dogs.
I like how the park merges the fairly new sport of disc golf with the conservation of our communitys unique native ecosystem. The tees are tucked along the hiking trails and provide a number of stunning vistas of the whole park and make it easy to explore this open space. The new picnic area is a beautiful investment in the future of our community and the maintenance of our threatened wildlife. In ten years the picnic area will be well shaded by the various native oaks that were recently planted. In twenty years it will exist under a lush canopy of majestic oaks. Sapwi Trails is clearly a labor of love and now that Ive found it I want to tell everyone I know about it.
James Price: **Charming Neighborhood Park Perfect for Families (4/5 Stars)**
This quaint park offers a welcoming atmosphere with vibrant play structures that are sure to delight children, complemented by lush greenery that creates a serene environment. Though compact, it features a short walking trail that visitors can extend by looping around the park’s perimeter via the sidewalk—ideal for a quick stroll. Thoughtful amenities like shaded seating areas, dog waste stations, and benches make it a comfortable spot for both families and pet owners.
However, be prepared for limited parking: I had to leave my car across the street at a shopping plaza, which risks towing. Additionally, the lack of restrooms is a notable drawback for longer visits.
**Pros:**
- Engaging, kid-friendly play areas and scenic greenery
- Compact trail with options to extend the walk
- Plentiful shaded seating and pet-friendly amenities
**Cons:**
- No dedicated parking; off-site parking risks towing
- No restroom facilities
**Perfect for a quick outing with kids or pets, but plan ahead for parking and bathroom needs!**
Stas Tkheliia: I advise everyone to come and have fun with family or friends to celebrate a birthday. Very nice staff, fast cars. They are electric and there is no exhaust smell. I was incredibly happy!!!!
Michael Teoli: I learned about The Reyes Adobe via the "Passport 2 History" which has many local museums and historical sites in it that you wouldnt know existed! I always try to be fair in my rating system and rate things based off their potential. For example, I recently rated the (somewhat) nearby Pleasant Valley Historical Society Museum and Botanical Gardens a 5 because theyre really doing the most with what they have. I hate to give a free museum less than 4 stars, but there just wasnt that much to do or see at this one. They had some cool things, but really nothing hands on.
The tour begins with a 10 minute video, which we didnt make it through as I had my 3 year old with us. The house itself had some neat things to see, and I learned some interesting things... The highlights for me was learning that the phrase "sleep tight" comes from the old beds that literally are on ropes that you can adjust! And that the bread was divided based on status... the workers got the more burnt bottom part, and so on up, which is where we get "the upper crust". Make sure you see the original mission bell outside that was moved here for an eagle scout project in 1988. Also, the artifacts in the original barn (where the welcome center is) is probably the coolest part. I really enjoyed the room behind the main room that has special events. That room was pretty relaxing for some reason.
After visiting a bunch of these, I just felt that The Reyes Adobe was a bit less exciting than the others with less to do. I hear they have an amazing Halloween festival, so well have to check that out! If youre into history, this is definitely a place you can explore. I would personally bundle this in with a few surrounding museums and that will make for a nice day! But my toddler wasnt really having this one.
Very nice folks who worked here though! A+ for them!
