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Friday 12/05/2025

Walk up 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 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday

Time: 1PM – 4PM

Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward

Cost: Free

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Friday 12/05/2025

Trybe invites families with children under 6 to inclusive kindergarten readiness activities with science, art, play, story time, and sing-alongs led by multilingual staff. 

Trybe offers inclusive kindergarten readiness programs for families with children under age 6, featuring activities like science exploration, art, play, storytime, and sing-alongs. Programs are led by multilingual staff to support non-English speaking families in a welcoming learning environment. 

Date: Every Wednesday and Friday

Time: 10:30AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: 1701 E 19th St., Oakland 

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Friday 12/05/2025

The Oakland Parks, Recreation, and Youth Development Department is offering a free, year-long playgroup. 

Community Adventure Pre-K Playgroups is a free program for parents and caregivers with children ages 0–5, featuring arts and crafts, outdoor play, snacks, quarterly field trips, and other activities. 

Date: Every Wednesday & Friday 

Time: 9:30AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Rainbow Rec Center, 5800 International Blvd., Oakland 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Join a fun weekly playdate for your little ones! 

Pop-Up Playdates offer a safe, clean, and engaging space where children under 6 can explore different activities while caregivers connect and build community. This event welcomes families to enjoy developmentally appropriate play stations in a friendly, social environment. 

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: $4.00 

Location: Cherryland Community Center, 278 Hampton Rd., Hayward 

          Castro Valley Community Center 18988 Lake Chabot Rd., Castro Valley 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Build, create, and explore with LEGO bricks at the library! 

The Oakland Public Library hosts a monthly LEGO Club where families and children can build, explore, and participate in fun brick challenges together. 

Date: Every 1st Friday 

Time: 3:30PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Oakland Public Library - Dimond Branch, 3565 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Bring your little ones to a fun and interactive playdate experience designed to foster friendships and creativity. 

Children under 8 years old are invited to join the Pop-Up Playdates, where they can make new friends, play, and engage in exciting activities in a supportive environment. 

Date:  Every Friday 

Time: 10AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: $2.00 / week 

Location: Cherryland CC-Main Hall, 14100 Amador St., Hayward 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Receive free groceries and fresh food from the Telegraph Ministry Center in Oakland.

This community pantry provides healthy food to individuals and families in need, including fresh fruits, vegetables, canned goods, rice, bread, and proteins. Guests are encouraged to bring their own bags or carts for pickup. The pantry sources food from local partners, including the Alameda County Community Food Bank, USDA, and city programs.

Date: Wednesdays & Fridays

Time: 9:30AM - 1:30PM & Wednesdays 5PM - 7PM

Cost: Free

Location: Telegraph Ministry Center, 5316 Telegraph Ave., Oakland

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Friday 12/05/2025

Enjoy free weekday meals provided by Open Heart Kitchen in Livermore. 

This community meal program offers freshly prepared lunches for anyone in need, served Monday through Friday. No reservations are required, and all are welcome. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 450 N Livermore Ave., Livermore

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Friday 12/05/2025

Free groceries and fresh food are available at Centro de Servicios Resource Center in Union City. 

This community pantry serves residents with weekly food distribution, Monday through Friday. No registration is required; please bring reusable bags if possible. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: Monday, Wednesday - Friday: 9AM – 4PM, Tuesday: 12PM 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 33750 6th St., Union City 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Pick up free groceries and pantry staples from McGee Avenue Baptist Church in Berkeley. 

This community pantry provides food distribution three days a week and welcomes all community members. Please bring your own bags. 

Date: Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: McGee Avenue Baptist Church, 1640 Stuart St., Berkeley 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Receive free groceries and fresh food from the Salvation Army Tri-Cities Corps in Newark. 

This pantry serves Fremont, Union City, and Newark residents with weekly food distribution. Come early as lines often form before opening. Please bring proof of Tri-City residency. 

Date: Every Wednesday & Friday 

Time: 7:30AM - 9:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Salvation Army Tri-Cities Corps, 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 

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Friday 12/05/2025

Free groceries are available through Support Life Foundation in Newark. 

This community pantry distributes free food on Fridays. Walk-in service is available; please bring a bag if possible. 

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 5880 Thornton Ave., Newark 

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