| Friday 04/18/2025 |
Livermore – Earth Day Craft: Solar Ovens
Celebrate Earth Day with Livermore Public Library. Register students (in grades 3-5) for the STEM program ‘Under the Lens’, a series developed by Livermore teen students to help young minds develop a love for all things science related. All sessions are open to students in Grades 3-5. Individual registration is required for each session and will open each month. Call 925-373-5505 to register, as space is limited. Date: Friday, April 18, 2025 Time: 4:30PM – 5:30PM Location: Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Friday 04/18/2025 |
Hayward – Earth Day Toddler Hour
Celebrate Earth Day at Hayward Area Historical Society. In honor of Earth Day, join Hayward Area Historical Society for a storytime and craft celebrating bugs and nature! Date: Friday, April 18, 2025 Time: 10AM – 11AM Location: Hayward Area Historical Society, 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward Cost: Free |
| Friday 04/18/2025 |
Oakland - Come Practice Yoga!
Practice yoga with Oakland Public Library. This class is designed for those new to yoga, as well as long-time practitioners. Accessibly paced, we will focus on the fundamentals of poses (asana), breathing, and being in community. This class is meant to ground students in their bodies, while not taking ourselves too seriously. Come as you are to the mat. Participants will need to wear comfortable clothing for movement and bring a yoga mat and small blanket (or bath towel), as well as any other supports they would like. Date: Every Friday Time: 4PM - 5PM Location: Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Friday 04/18/2025 |
Oakland - Tots Playgroup
Join Oakland Trybe for a free playgroup! Tots Playgroup is a space for little ones to learn and grow. Join in on the fun with circle time, storytelling, dancing, arts and crafts and much more. Date: Every Friday Time: 10:30AM - 12PM Location: Clinton Park, 655 International Blvd., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Friday 04/18/2025 |
San Leandro - Let's Piece It Together
Celebrate Autism Awareness Month with San Leandro Police Department. Enjoy a day filled with plenty of fun games and activities for everyone, yummy treats and free pizza for lunch. Earn prizes and register for their Special Needs Registry. Date: Friday, April 18, 2025 Time: 11AM - 2PM Location: San Leandro Police Department, 901 E. 14th St., San Leandro Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Fremont – Earth Day Art
Celebrate Earth Day at with East Bay Regional Park District. Make a promise for the planet! Enjoy family fun in the Nectar Garden by creating art dedicated to caring for the precious earth. All ages. Parent participation required. Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 1PM – 3PM Location: Coyote Hills Regional Park, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont Cost: Free admission, $6 parking fee |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Alameda – Easter Bunny Visit
Say hello to the Easter Bunny at South Shore Center. This free family event at South Shore Center includes Easter Bunny visits and self-photos, face painting, glitter tattoos, photo booth, free swirl lollipop and a petting zoo! Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 12PM – 3PM Location: South Shore Center, 523 Mulberry St., Alameda Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Alameda – Alameda's Spring Shindig
Celebrate Earth Day with Alameda Recreation Park Dept. Join in celebrating all things Earth Day this Spring! There will be community organizations, vendors, demonstrations, games, crafts, jumpers, music, food, and much more. You will also have an opportunity to register for any remaining spots in ARPD summer programs. Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 12PM – 3PM Location: Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, 1101 West Redline Ave., Alameda Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Alameda – Easter Celebration
Enjoy an egg hunt at Alameda Landing. Event featuring free photos with the Easter Bunny, Easter crafts, face painting, balloon art, and delicious cotton candy! Event is across from Habit Burger. Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 11AM – 1PM Location: Alameda Landing, 2600 Fifth St., Alameda Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Hayward – Family Fun Saturday: Earth Day
Celebrate Earth Day at Hayward Area Historical Society. In honor of Earth Day, join Hayward Area Historical Society for a storytime and craft celebrating bugs and nature! Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 10AM – 11AM Location: Hayward Area Historical Society, 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Hayward - Bonnet Parade
Enjoy a Bonnet Parade followed by an egg hunt by Hayward Area Recreation & Park District. The Bonnet Parade Registration will begin promptly at 9:00 am. The Bonnet Parade, led by the Bunny, will begin right after the Egg Hunt. Bonnet Parade participants must be 6 years and under and all bonnets must be homemade and be worn by the participants during the parade to qualify. Participants will have their homemade bonnets judged in the following categories: the prettiest, most unusual, and most colorful. The parade, led by the Bunny, will begin immediately after the Egg Hunt. Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 9AM -11AM Location: Kennedy Park, 19501 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Oakland - Egg Dying and Decorating
Decorate eggs at Oakland Public Library. Join the library in the Elmhurst branch garden as we dye and decorate eggs. Eggs generously donated by our chickens Sol and Luna, who will be on hand to judge their favorites! Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 2PM - 3PM Location: Elmhurst Branch, 1427 88th Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Saturday 04/19/2025 |
Newark - Family Storytime & Craft Activity
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, join Newark Library for a special storytime. This event is sponsored by Strong Families Alliance, Alameda County (SFA). Learn more about how the member agencies of SFA are a safety net of services for Alameda County residents and take home SFA swag. Following the storytime, there will be a Craft Activity. We will make pinwheels as part of the Pinwheels for Prevention campaign. Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 11AM - 12PM Location: Newark Library, 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Sunday 04/20/2025 |
Livermore - Snake Talk
Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park. Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park. Date: Every Sunday Time: 11AM - 11:30AM Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Share: |
| Sunday 04/20/2025 |
Livermore - Easter at the Lake
Celebrate Easter at Del Valle Regional Park. Stop by the Visitor Center to discover the magic of springtime. Learn about animals that lay eggs and play some fun games. All ages welcome. Parent participation required. Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025 Time: 11AM - 3PM Location: Del Valle Regional Park, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore Cost: Free, $10 parking fee Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Monday 04/21/2025 |
Oakland - MOCHA at the Library
Make art with MOCHA at Oakland Public Library. MOCHA returns to the library, beginning Fall 2024 to offer FREE weekly art workshops at 11 Oakland Public Library branches. Join MOCHA Teaching Artists in these workshops for children and families. Each week the Teaching Artist will present art related to a different theme, building creativity, socio-emotional, and academic skills through painting, drawing, sculpting, and numerous other art forms. Date: Every Monday Time: 4:30PM - 6PM Location: Eastmont Branch, 7200 Bancroft Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Monday 04/21/2025 |
LIVERMORE – TRI VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
TVH provides free groceries for families. Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Date: Every Monday and Thursday Time: 1PM – 5PM Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Monday 04/21/2025 |
Fremont –Tiny Tots Yoga Time
It's yoga time at Fremont Library. Practicing Yoga helps kids to sleep better, improve emotional regulation, increase empathy, and improve mood and affect. This instructor led program will take the kids and their caregivers through gentle yoga poses. Recommended Ages: 2 - 5 years. Please dress appropriately and bring your own water, yoga mat or a towel. No prior experience required! Date: Every other Monday Time: 2PM – 3PM Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Cost: Free |
| Monday 04/21/2025 |
Berkeley – Family Place Parent Child Playgroup
Register for Berkeley Public Library's Parent Child Playgroup. Join us for child directed, open-ended play at our play stations and a chance to talk with community resource professionals on topics such as nutrition, child development, and early literacy. This program is for kids ages 0-3 and their parents/caregivers. Call 510-981-6223 to register. Date: Monday, April 21, 2025 Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. |
| Monday 04/21/2025 |
Livermore - Lotería
Play Lotería at Livermore Library. Play Lotería for a chance to win books. Lotería is a Mexican picture Bingo. Juega Lotería para tener la oportunidad de ganar libros. Date: Monday, April 21, 2025 Time: 6PM – 7PM Location: Rincon Library, 725 Rincon Ave., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Monday 04/21/2025 |
Oakland - Let It Move You Zumba Jam
Get up and jam with Oakland Public Library. Come to the library and have fun! Zumba Jam with instructor Tabitha Pulliam on the first, second and third Mondays of the month. Date: Every Monday Time: 5:30PM - 6:30PM Location: Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Tuesday 04/22/2025 |
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Drive-thru food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families. The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 2PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free |
| Tuesday 04/22/2025 |
Virtual - Parent Education Class by Family Paths
Family paths offer parenting classes. All types of parents-mothers, fathers, expecting parents, foster & kinship care providers, adoptive parents, LGBT parents, and others involved in parenting roles are invited to learn about positive parenting, child development, and more including self-care. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM Location: Virtual Cost: Free Contact: 800-829-3777 |
| Tuesday 04/22/2025 |
Berkeley – Earth Day Craft
Celebrate Earth Day with Berkeley Public Library. Come celebrate Earth Day with a fun craft facilitated by Chanel London of Hella Artsy! Kids are invited to come make butterfly masks and make chameleon color wheels. All materials will be provided. Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Time: 3:30PM – 4:30PM Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley Cost: Free |
| Tuesday 04/22/2025 |
Oakland - Celebra el día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day)
Join Oakland Public Library for a day of celebration. Celebrate Día with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de Flores combines music, dance, and story to create a dynamic, participatory, bilingual experience for the whole family. Celebrate Día with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de flores Combina música, danza, e historias para crear una experiencia dinámica, participativa y bilingüe para toda la familia. Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Time: 10AM - 11AM Location: 81st Avenue Branch, 1021 81st Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Tuesday 04/22/2025 |
Oakland - Earth Day at Jack London Square
Celebrate Earth Day at Jack London Square. During the event, attendees will receive a FREE Jack London Sq tote bag (while supplies last) located at the redemption table in the plaza near Plank and will enjoy photo opportunities with an Earth Day themed backdrop. Date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Time: 11AM - 1PM Location: Jack London Square, 80 Washington St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Wednesday 04/23/2025 |
OAKLAND - THE UNITY COUNCIL FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Pick up free groceries from Unity Council. Families can pick up free groceries to bring home. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your spot in line by obtaining a numbered ticket starting at 8 am. Bring your own bad. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 10AM – 12:30PM Location: Unity Council, 3301 E12th St., Oakland Cost: Free |
| Wednesday 04/23/2025 |
Virtual – Virtual Playgroup
Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup. Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM Location: Virtual Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 04/23/2025 |
Virtuales – Grupos de Juego Virtuales
BANANAS presenta, Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento virtual, invitados especiales y más! Abierto a todos los residentes de la área de la bahía, para niños de 0-5 años y sus cuidadores. Fecha: Los Miércoles Hora: 10:30AM – 11:15AM Lugar: Virtual Costo: Gratis Enlace: Haga clic aquí para registrarse. |
| Wednesday 04/23/2025 |
Berkeley – Family Yoga Story Time
Practice yoga at Berkeley’s THPS Library. Join us for a yoga story time. We will stretch, dance and move. Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Time: 4PM – 4:40PM Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley Cost: Free |
| Wednesday 04/23/2025 |
San Leandro – Family Fun Night: Magic with Dante!
Check out magic at San Leandro Library. Enjoy an interactive magic show designed to captivate and entertain both children and adults. Doors open at 6:20pm and the show begins at 6:30pm, and seating is first come, first served. Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Time: 6:30PM - 7PM Location: San Leandro Main Library-Karp Room, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro Cost: Free |
| Wednesday 04/23/2025 |
Oakland - Perry Yan Magician
Check out a magic show at Oakland Public Library. Come and experience Perry Yan’s amazing magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, and storytelling. Perry Yan is an award-winning magician who has entertained families all over the Bay Area. Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Time: 6PM - 6:45PM Location: West Oakland Branch, 1801 Adeline St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Thursday 04/24/2025 |
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Drive-thru food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families. The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 2PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free |
| Thursday 04/24/2025 |
Albany – Little Dance Party
Dance your heart out at Albany Library. Get your ya-yas out! Let's all have fun together dancing to songs the little ones know and love and other music that's new to them. Parents, caregivers, toddlers and preschoolers are all welcome to hit the dance floor and move their bodies at this inclusive event. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:30AM – 11AM Location: Albany Library – Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany Cost: Free |
| Thursday 04/24/2025 |
LIVERMORE – TRI VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
TVH provides free groceries for families. Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Date: Every Monday and Thursday Time: 1PM – 5PM Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Thursday 04/24/2025 |
Virtual – Mindfulness Workshop
This workshop is presented by BANANAS. Mindfulness for Busy Parents and Teachers- Mindfulness offers a powerful approach to intentionally choosing our responses and emotions, especially during challenging situations. Learn how to introduce and model mindfulness to your children and students. Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Time: 6PM – 8PM Location: Virtual Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. |
| Thursday 04/24/2025 |
Oakland - Celebra el día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day)
Join Oakland Public Library for a day of celebration. Come celebrate Día, El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day) with a Mariela's Music Time. Mariela’s Music Time is an energetic and interactive bilingual performance for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families. Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM Location: Rockridge Branch, 5366 College Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Friday 04/25/2025 |
Oakland - Celebra el día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day)
Join Oakland Public Library for a day of celebration. Celebrate Día with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de Flores combines music, dance, and story to create a dynamic, participatory, bilingual experience for the whole family. Celebrate Día with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de flores Combina música, danza, e historias para crear una experiencia dinámica, participativa y bilingüe para toda la familia. Date: Friday, April 25, 2025 Time: 3:30PM - 4:30PM Location: Brookfield Branch, 9255 Edes Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Friday 04/25/2025 |
Oakland - Come Practice Yoga!
Practice yoga with Oakland Public Library. This class is designed for those new to yoga, as well as long-time practitioners. Accessibly paced, we will focus on the fundamentals of poses (asana), breathing, and being in community. This class is meant to ground students in their bodies, while not taking ourselves too seriously. Come as you are to the mat. Participants will need to wear comfortable clothing for movement and bring a yoga mat and small blanket (or bath towel), as well as any other supports they would like. Date: Every Friday Time: 4PM - 5PM Location: Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Friday 04/25/2025 |
Oakland - Tots Playgroup
Join Oakland Trybe for a free playgroup! Tots Playgroup is a space for little ones to learn and grow. Join in on the fun with circle time, storytelling, dancing, arts and crafts and much more. Date: Every Friday Time: 10:30AM - 12PM Location: Clinton Park, 655 International Blvd., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Saturday 04/26/2025 |
Oakland – UnPeeled 2025: BANANAS Ultimate Children’s Event
This event is hosted by BANANAS. BANANAS is thrilled to announce that UnPeeled will be returning to the magical Fairyland this year besides Lake Merritt! Admission to this event will be free for our clients and families. To add even more excitement to the day, there will be LIVE shows from local performers. This is a great opportunity to let your little one tap into their creative side to sing along and dance! Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 10AM – 1PM Location: Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. |
| Saturday 04/26/2025 |
Livermore – Sensory Storytime for Kids w/Special Needs
Stop by Livermore’s Civic Center Library for a storytime. A welcoming, interactive, sensory-friendly environment designed for children with special needs. Includes visuals, interactive preschool-level stories, and multi-sensory activities. Class is held in the Storytime Room at Civic Center Library. Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 11AM Location: Civic Center Library-Storytime Room, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/26/2025 |
Livermore – Storytime in Ralph T. Wattenburger Park
Enjoy an outdoor storytime with Livermore Public Library. Bring a blanket and sit on the grass for a special outdoor Music and Movement class. Discover new neighborhood parks throughout Livermore! Weather permitting. Storytime will be moved to the Civic Center Library if it is raining or if the air quality is unhealthy. Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 10:15AM – 11AM Location: Ralph T. Wattenburger Park, 1515 Honesysuckle Rd., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/26/2025 |
Berkeley – Children’s Day/Book Day: El Día de los Ninos/Día de los Libros
Celebrate Children’s Day! Celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day with two special performances, crafts and free books! families are invited to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with 2 special performances, a craft activity, refreshments and a free book giveaway. Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 1PM - 4PM Location: San Leandro Main Library-Karp Room, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro Cost: Free |
| Saturday 04/26/2025 |
Berkeley - Berkeley Bay Festival
Join City of Berkeley for a Berkeley Bay Festival. This free family-focused event celebrates the Bay, its local wildlife, and the people and agencies dedicated to its protection. Over 30 environmental and wildlife conservation organizations from around the Bay will share their exhibits with the public. Visit each organization’s table for interactive games, science knowledge and live animals! Visit the Shorebird Park Nature Center, Adventure Playground and even take a free boat ride. Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 11AM - 4PM Location: Shorebird Park, 160 University Ave., Berkeley Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Saturday 04/26/2025 |
Alameda - AAPI Arts & Culture Festival
Celebrate and honor AAPI at Alameda's Rhythmix. Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander heritage with live music, dance, food and family art activities at Alameda’s beautiful Bohol Circle Immigrant Park! Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 12PM - 5PM Location: Bohol Circle Park, 2901 5th St., Alameda Cost: Free Link: Click here to RSVP. Share: |
| Sunday 04/27/2025 |
Livermore - Snake Talk
Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park. Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park. Date: Every Sunday Time: 11AM - 11:30AM Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Share: |
| Sunday 04/27/2025 |
Fremont – Storytime with AAC (For ages 7 & under)
Build your child’s communication skills at Fremont Library. “Storytime with AAC” aims to support families/caregivers of emergent communicators by demonstrating language using AAC Systems, helping children develop a love for reading and building language through shared interaction and connection. This program is conducted by graduate students in the "LISTEN with AAC" training program at Cal State East Bay. Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Cost: Free |
| Sunday 04/27/2025 |
Fremont – Funday Family Board Games
Play board games at Fremont Library. Join us for a variety of fun board games, including Candyland, Clue, Monopoly, Sorry, and more! Teen volunteers will be available to help you learn a new game or to join yours if you need another player. Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Time: 3:30PM – 4:30PM Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Cost: Free |
| Sunday 04/27/2025 |
Oakland - Family Crafts
Make family friendly crafts with Oakland Public Library. Create your newest masterpiece at the 81st Avenue Library! Experience a new and exciting craft the last Sunday of each month. Activities will vary monthly and will be appropriate for all ages. This month (March) will be making mini ball cap keychains. Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Time: 10AM - 12PM Location: 81st Avenue Branch, 1021 81st Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Monday 04/28/2025 |
Oakland - MOCHA at the Library
Make art with MOCHA at Oakland Public Library. MOCHA returns to the library, beginning Fall 2024 to offer FREE weekly art workshops at 11 Oakland Public Library branches. Join MOCHA Teaching Artists in these workshops for children and families. Each week the Teaching Artist will present art related to a different theme, building creativity, socio-emotional, and academic skills through painting, drawing, sculpting, and numerous other art forms. Date: Every Monday Time: 4:30PM - 6PM Location: Eastmont Branch, 7200 Bancroft Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
| Monday 04/28/2025 |
LIVERMORE – TRI VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
TVH provides free groceries for families. Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Date: Every Monday and Thursday Time: 1PM – 5PM Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore Cost: Free |
| Monday 04/28/2025 |
Fremont – Kids Yoga and Movement
Join Fremont Library for Kids Yoga and Movement. Kids ages 6-12 are welcome to join. Yoga helps kids to relax, relieve stress and anxiety, sleep better, improve emotional regulation, increase empathy, and improve mood and affect. Please dress appropriately and bring your own water, yoga mat or a towel. This is a free ticketed event with limited capacity. Tickets will be handed over at the Children's Service Desk 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. Date: Every other Monday Time: 5PM – 6PM Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Cost: Free |
| Tuesday 04/29/2025 |
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Drive-thru food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families. The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 2PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free |
| Tuesday 04/29/2025 |
Virtual - Parent Education Class by Family Paths
Family paths offer parenting classes. All types of parents-mothers, fathers, expecting parents, foster & kinship care providers, adoptive parents, LGBT parents, and others involved in parenting roles are invited to learn about positive parenting, child development, and more including self-care. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM Location: Virtual Cost: Free Contact: 800-829-3777 |
| Wednesday 04/30/2025 |
OAKLAND - THE UNITY COUNCIL FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Pick up free groceries from Unity Council. Families can pick up free groceries to bring home. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your spot in line by obtaining a numbered ticket starting at 8 am. Bring your own bad. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 10AM – 12:30PM Location: Unity Council, 3301 E12th St., Oakland Cost: Free |
| Wednesday 04/30/2025 |
Virtual – Virtual Playgroup
Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup. Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM Location: Virtual Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 04/30/2025 |
Virtuales – Grupos de Juego Virtuales
BANANAS presenta, Ven y únete virtualmente para música y movimiento, arte y manualidades, cuentos, descubrimiento virtual, invitados especiales y más! Abierto a todos los residentes de la área de la bahía, para niños de 0-5 años y sus cuidadores. Fecha: Los Miércoles Hora: 10:30AM – 11:15AM Lugar: Virtual Costo: Gratis Enlace: Haga clic aquí para registrarse. |
| Wednesday 04/30/2025 |
Dublin – Family Movie: Pokémon: Detective Pikachu
Watch a movie at Dublin Library. Join the library for a family friendly movie. Bring a blanket to get cozy on the floor to watch Pokémon: Detective Pikachu. Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Time: 5PM – 7PM Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin Cost: Free |
| Wednesday 04/30/2025 |
Oakland - Celebra el día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day)
Join Oakland Public Library for a day of celebration. Celebrate Día with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de Flores combines music, dance, and story to create a dynamic, participatory, bilingual experience for the whole family. Celebrate Día with Cascada de Flores! Cascada de flores Combina música, danza, e historias para crear una experiencia dinámica, participativa y bilingüe para toda la familia. Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Time: 2:30PM - 3:30PM Location: Carmen Flores Recreation Center, 1637 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
