Free Meals and Groceries Available for East Oakland Residents Facing Food Insecurity.

Individuals experiencing food insecurity can visit the East Oakland Collective’s (EOC) distribution hub for free, freshly prepared meals from local restaurants and a selection of groceries including produce, meat, and shelf-stable items. Onsite registration is required, and on a first come first served basis. Priority will be given to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and pregnant women.Spanish interpretation will be available.  

Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday

Time: 11AM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Weekly food distribution is available at Centro de Servicios in Union City. 

This program provides fresh vegetables, dairy, meat, and non-perishable items to local families. Come early, as numbers are distributed starting at 9AM for the Tuesday and Thursday sessions. Everyone is welcome. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time:  Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 11AM - 12PM & 1:30PM - 4:30PM monthly food boxes – must have food bank card) 

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10AM – 12PM (food distribution) 

Cost: Free 

Location: Centro de Servicios, 525 H St., Union City 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Free groceries are available every Tuesday and Thursday at St. Vincent de Paul Mission San Jose. 

This walk-in food distribution offers bags of fresh produce and pantry items to those in need. No registration is required. 

Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 1PM - 2PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 43148 Mission San Jose Dr., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Melrose Library invites parents and caregivers to an outdoor playtime. 

Families will enjoy open play in the garden space where young children can explore and interact in an outdoor setting. The program is designed for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers. 

Date: Every Thursday

Time: 10AM - 11:45AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Melrose Library - Garden and Patio, 4805 Foothill Blvd., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Dublin Library presents a family movie screening of Treasure Planet in a relaxed indoor setting. 

Participants can enjoy a full-length animated film shown on the library’s big screen in a comfortable environment. The program is designed for children and families and includes floor seating, so bringing a blanket is encouraged with no registration required. 

Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 

Time: 5PM - 6:45PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Dublin Library - Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Celebrate community, culture, and creativity every Friday night in Oakland.

Families and community members are invited to enjoy this beloved weekly event at the Oakland Museum of California, featuring live music, dance, hands-on activities, and food trucks curated by Off the Grid. With late-night access to museum galleries, lawn games, and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend with fun for all ages.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free. Gallery access available with ticket purchase.

Location: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Berkeley Public Library offers a series of parent-child playshops focused on early learning and development.

Children ages 0-3 and their parents or caregivers are invited to enjoy open-ended play, art activities, and learn from community professionals about topics like nutrition and child development. There will also be a story and songs for everyone to enjoy. 

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 10:15AM - 11:15AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Central Library, Community Meeting Room, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here to register.

Weekly food distribution is available at Centro de Servicios in Union City. 

This program provides fresh vegetables, dairy, meat, and non-perishable items to local families. Come early, as numbers are distributed starting at 9AM for the Tuesday and Thursday sessions. Everyone is welcome. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time:  Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 11AM - 12PM & 1:30PM - 4:30PM monthly food boxes – must have food bank card) 

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 10AM – 12PM (food distribution) 

Cost: Free 

Location: Centro de Servicios, 525 H St., Union City 

Link: Click here for more information. 

4Cs of Alameda County invites Black fathers and father figures to a parenting discussion series. 

The series provides weekly guided conversations where participants connect with other fathers and explore topics such as family relationships, health and wellness, finances, and career. The program is designed for fathers and father figures who identify as Black and have children ages 0 to 8 living in Alameda County.  

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here to register. 

The City of San Leandro is inviting the community to a family-friendly Cinco de Mayo celebration. 

Families are invited to enjoy live mariachi music, cultural dance performances, and hands-on arts and crafts for children. The event includes light refreshments and celebrates culture, music, and community together. 

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 

Time: 6PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Titan Auditorium, 15301 Wicks Blvd., San Leandro 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Livermore Public Library invites children and caregivers to a storytime program that combines yoga, movement, and early learning. 

Children and caregivers can participate in a guided session with stories, songs, and simple yoga activities designed for young learners. The program is open to children with caregiver participation and may take place outdoors depending on weather conditions. 

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 

Time: 12PM - 12:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Rincon Library, 725 Rincon Ave., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Livermore Public Library is inviting children and caregivers to a nature program led by the East Bay Regional Park District. 

Participants can learn about the natural world through an interactive presentation with a park naturalist from Del Valle Regional Park.  

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 

Time: 3:30PM – 4:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Civic Center Library - Storytime Room, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information.