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Before 01 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23						Friday 02/27/2026 Oakland - Lotus Bloom Family Resource Center Playgroups Oakland residents are invited to a free family centered playgroup. Lotus Bloom Family Resource Center welcomes parents and caregivers with children under 5 to enjoy free play, art, story time, and weekly enrichment activities and access to local resources. Date: Monday, Wednesday - Friday Time: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30AM - 12PM, Fridays 9:30AM -11AM Cost: Free Location: Lotus Bloom Downtown, 555 19th St., Oakland Room to Bloom, 8711 MacArthur Blvd., Portable B. Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 OAKLAND - TELEGRAPH MINISTRY CENTER FOOD PANTRY Receive free groceries and fresh food from the Telegraph Ministry Center in Oakland. The 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 Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Oakland – Trybe Play Group Oakland Trybe is inviting families with young children to a morning of fun and community at Clinton Park. Families with kids ages 0–5 can enjoy a variety of activities including circle time, arts and crafts, music, and dancing. The program provides healthy snacks and offers tons of fun for both parents and their little ones. Date: Every Friday Time: 10AM - 11AM Cost: Free Location: Clinton Park, 655 International Blvd., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Hayward – Family, Friend and Neighbor (FFN) Play and Learn Playgroup 4Cs of Alameda County is hosting a series of playgroups for Hayward caregivers and young children. Children ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers will engage in a morning of activities, story time, and movement at this weekly event. This playgroup is specifically designed for grandparents, aunts, uncles, and family friends who provide care for young children. Date: Every Friday Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: 4Cs of Alameda County, 22351 City Center Dr., Hayward Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Oakland – Art of the African Diaspora - Exhibition The Rockridge Library is presenting an art exhibition featuring works by Black Bay Area artists. The exhibit highlights artists affiliated with Art of the African Diaspora and complements a larger regional exhibition at the Richmond Art Center. The exhibition is open to families, adults, and seniors during library hours. Date: Every Friday Time: 12PM - 5:30PM Cost: Free Location: Rockridge Branch, 5366 College Ave., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 OAKLAND – ROOTS POP-UP MARKET Roots Community Health is inviting families to a biweekly pop-up market. Families can access healthy groceries, resources, and community support at this outdoor event held in the Sobrante Park Lot. Guests are encouraged to RSVP for faster access to available items. Date: Every 2nd & 4th Friday Time: 2PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: Sobrante Park Lot, 105th Ave. & Edes Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Oakland – Bananas Playgroup BANANAS is offering families a monthly playgroup focused on play and early learning at the Oakland Main Library. BANANAS staff will lead activities where families with children ages 0-5 can play, make art, enjoy music, and explore learning together. The program also shares parenting tools and child development support in a welcoming community space. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 11AM - 2:30PM Cost: Free Location: Oakland Main Library 125 14th St., Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Berkeley – Garden Helpers Tilden Nature Area invites families to a drop-in gardening activity. The park staff will guide volunteers through seasonal gardening tasks like planting and weeding in the beds near the Round Barn. Families can enjoy working outdoors, learning about sustainable farming, and discovering the joys of growing food together at the Little Farm. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 2PM - 3PM Cost: Free Location: Tilden Nature Area, Little Farm, 600 Canon Dr., Berkeley Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Virtual – Tips on Helping A Child Who Has Challenges in Their Communication and Sensory Skills Workshop BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop led by a pediatric speech and language therapist. Families will learn practical strategies to support children with communication and sensory challenges. The session introduces functional sign language, visual communication tools, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, (AAC) and basic sensory regulation techniques Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 02/27/2026 Oakland – Mindfulness Skills for Parents and Kids Workshop BANANAS is inviting families to a helpful workshop focused on reducing stress through mindfulness. Families will learn tools and exercises to support emotional regulation for both adults and children. The session introduces concepts from Buddhist psychology and offers strategies to help caregivers stay calm and responsive. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: BANANAS, 5232 Claremont Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details	Saturday 02/28/2026 Oakland – Lunar New Year Celebration The Oakland Public Library invites families to the Main Library for a festive Lunar New Year celebration filled with culture and community. Families can enjoy a themed storytime, creative craft activities, a lively Lion Dance performance, and a Vietnamese fresh spring roll demonstration. The event features a photo booth to capture memories and provides light refreshments for all ages. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 10:30AM - 3PM Cost: Free Location: Oakland Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Oakland – Lunar New Year Parade The Oakland Chinatown Improvement Council invites families to celebrate the Year of the Horse at the 4th Annual Lunar New Year Parade. Families are invited to celebrate the New Year in Chinatown with lion dances, cultural performances, and live music. The event includes food vendors and a street festival. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 11AM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: Wilma Chan Park, 198 7th St., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Oakland – Laurel Lunar New Year The Laurel District Association hosts the Laurel Lunar New Year Celebration. A traditional New Year procession led by the Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu Academy will feature lion dancers and drummers. Families may follow the parade along MacArthur Boulevard and enjoy a community potluck and talent show. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 1:30PM - 4:30PM Cost: Free Location: The Laurel District, 3501 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Livermore – Real Life Pokémon Del Valle Regional Park is inviting families to search for real animals inspired by Pokémon characters. Park staff will lead families on a short walk as they look for plants and animals that resemble familiar Pokémon like Pikachu, Squirtle, and Charmander. The drop-in program is open to all ages, with adult participation required. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free. $5 parking. Location: Del Valle Regional Park - Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Livermore – Art of the African Diaspora Black History Month Exhibit The Livermore Public Library invites families to visit the art gallery for the final day of this special exhibit. The Art of the African Diaspora and Richmond Art Center will showcase artwork by local artists as part of a satellite gallery. Families can visit the gallery throughout the day and explore creative work that reflects culture, history, and community. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 10AM - 5PM Cost: Free Location: Civic Center Library - Art Gallery, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Fremont – Animal Tracks Quest Coyote Hills Regional Park offers families a drop-in guided hike to follow animal footprints. Families will explore animal tracks and learn to identify signs of local wildlife along the trail. The all-ages activity requires parent participation. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 1PM - 2:30PM Cost: Free. $5 parking. Location: Coyote Hills Regional Park - Visitor Center, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Berkeley – Lunar New Year Celebration The Berkeley Public Library invites families to the Central Library to celebrate Lunar New Year. Library staff will host guest performers, with opening performances by Leung's White Crane Lion Dancers and closing performances by Cal VSA Lion Dancers. Families can enjoy traditional crafts, music, and dance in celebration of the holiday. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 12PM - 3:30PM Cost: Free Location: Central Library - Mystery Room & Historic Lobby, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Pleasanton – Black History Month Celebration The Pleasanton Public Library offers families a cultural celebration in honor of Black History Month. Families can enjoy storytime and live performances by Cheza Nami and the Pleasanton Unified School District STEP team. The program highlights community arts and learning through local partnerships. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 1PM - 3PM Cost: Free Location: Pleasanton Public Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 02/28/2026 Alameda – Celebrating Black History Month: MOCHA at the Library The Alameda Free Library and the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) host an art session celebrating Black History Month. Children and families are invited to create art that celebrates Black history and heritage through guided activities. The collaborative session is led by MOCHA artists and encourages shared creative expression. Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026 Time: 3PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: West End Branch, 788 Santa Clara Ave., Alameda Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details