Tilden Nature Area invites families to celebrate the amazing fruits of winter at this special two-day festival. 

The exciting, drop-in event hosted by the park staff is a wonderful chance to see hundreds of local mushroom specimens and meet talented vendors.  

Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 

Time: 10:30AM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Tilden Nature Area - Environmental Education Center, 1500 Central Park Dr., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival (JRMF) invites families to explore hands-on math puzzles and games. 

The festival will provide a variety of interactive math activities and free snacks for participants of all ages and backgrounds to explore at their own pace. Families can drop in anytime to engage with math challenges designed to build curiosity. 

Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 

Time: 2PM - 3:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Sports Basement - Community Room, 2727 Milvia St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Coyote Hills Regional Park offers families a drop-in nature exploration program to learn about mushrooms. 

Families will enjoy a short, guided walk to learn about mushrooms, their habitats, and their role in the ecosystem. The event will conclude with warm mushroom tea at the visitor center. 

Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 

Time: 10AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: Free. $5 parking. 

Location: Coyote Hills Regional Park - Visitor Center, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

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. 

The Fremont Library will host a Hindi storytime. 

Families will enjoy stories and rhymes in Hindi in a supportive setting. The storytime is best suited for children ages 2–5. 

Date: Monday, February 2, 2026 

Time: 6:15PM - 6:45PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

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 Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 9:30AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Willie Keyes Rec Center, 3131 Union St., Oakland

Carmen Flores Rec Center,1637 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland  

Link: Click here to register. 

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. 

Family Paths invites parents and caregivers to a supportive 12-week online course to learn positive parenting skills. 

The informative series hosted by a certified facilitator offers families a chance to learn how children grow and develop while creating a more supportive home environment. Class will be hosted in Spanish. 

Dates: Every Tuesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free for qualifying Alameda County residents; sliding scale for others.

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here for more information  or call 1-800-829-3777. 

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

The 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 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The San Lorenzo Library is offering families a drop-in early learning play program. 

Families with children ages 0-5 can play with toys and activities that support early learning and social interaction. Caregivers and children can engage, play and build community. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 2PM - 3PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Oakland Public Library invites families to the Main Branch for an afternoon of creative hands-on building. 

Families are invited to engage in a rotating craft project designed to spark creativity. The drop-in session offers a welcoming space for children and caregivers to explore art and create together. 

Date: Every Wednesday 

Time: 2PM - 3:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Oakland Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

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 Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 9:30AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Willie Keyes Rec Center, 3131 Union St., Oakland

Carmen Flores Rec Center,1637 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland  

Link: Click here to register. 

The Dublin Library invites families to a gentle morning of stretching and movement. 

A professional instructor will lead toddlers and preschoolers through fun yoga poses designed to help little ones improve their mood and relax. Families with children ages 2-5 are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat or towel and dress comfortably. 

Date: Every 1st Thursday 

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Berkeley Public Library invites families to a special musical storytelling series. 

The Story Time Band at The Freight will host a musical storytime where children ages 2-7 can participate in live music, movement activities, and engaging read-aloud stories.  

Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026 

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: The Freight, 2020 Addison St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Union City Library is offering families a bilingual storytime. 

Families with children ages 0-3 can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities presented in both English and Spanish.  

Date: Every 1st & 3rd Thursday 

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM  

Cost: Free 

Location: Union City Library, 34007 Alvarado - Niles Rd., Union City 

Link: Click here for more information. 

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. 

The Livermore Public Library invites families to learn about the wild animals that lived in the area long ago. 

The guest speaker will share stories and facts about what nature looked like in the past. Families can visit the library to ask questions and discover the history of local wildlife together. 

Date: Friday, February 6, 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. 

Pick up free groceries and fresh food from City Team Ministries at First Presbyterian Church in Berkeley. 

The pantry provides grocery distribution on the first and third Saturday of each month. Both drive-thru and walk-up options are available. Guests are asked to register during their first visit by providing a phone number and a form of ID. 

Date: 1st & 3rd Saturday  

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: First Presbyterian Church, 2407 Dana St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Home Depot is inviting families to build a penguin-themed mailbox in a hands-on workshop. 

Store staff will guide families as children build and decorate their own mailbox while practicing basic tool skills. Each participant will receive a workshop apron, a certificate, and a special pin to take home. 

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026 

Time: 9AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: The Home Depot, 30055 Industrial Pkwy., Union City 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Coyote Hills Regional Park will host a guided walk to celebrate World Wetlands Day. 

Families will explore marsh trails, observe wildlife, and learn why local wetlands support bird migration and habitat care. The activity is designed for all ages, and parent participation is required. 

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026 

Time: 10:30AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free. $5 parking. 

Location: Coyote Hills Regional Park - Visitor Center, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Livermore Public Library is inviting families to celebrate the Year of the Horse through bilingual stories and songs. 

Storyteller Tianxin Wang will lead families in Mandarin and English storytime that highlights Lunar New Year traditions. Families can enjoy music, storytelling, and cultural celebration together. 

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026 

Time: 10:15AM - 11AM 

Cost: Free 

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

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Hayward Public Library invites families to a vibrant dance performance in honor of Black History Month. 

Families will enjoy a 45-minute dance performance by Oakland’s Dimensions Extensions Performance Ensemble (DEPE) featuring Jazz, Hip Hop, West African, and contemporary styles. The program welcomes audience participation and is suitable for all ages. 

Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026 

Time: 11:30AM - 12:15PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Hayward Public Library, 888 C St., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Fremont Library is offering families a shared reading program that supports children using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems.

Families and children ages 7 and under are invited to enjoy a special story and language session designed for emergent communicators. Parents and caregivers will learn how to use assistive communication tools while everyone enjoys stories, songs, and connection time together. 

Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026

Time: 10:30AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont 

Link: Click here to register.  

Del Valle Regional Park invites families to create nature cards. 

The park staff will share fun facts about animal partners and help children make their own nature-themed cards to give to friends.  

Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026 

Time: 10:30AM - 12:30PM 

Cost: Free. $5 parking. 

Location: Del Valle Regional Park Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Alameda Free Library is inviting families to a Sunday afternoon movie. 

Families can enjoy a screening of The Smurfs along with free snacks in the library's Stafford Room.  

Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026 

Time: 2PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Alameda Main Library - Stafford Room, 1550 Oak St., Alameda  

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Albany Branch is hosting a hands-on fun event  with LEGO, Duplo, and More! 

Participants are invited to drop in and explore their creativity using a variety of building materials. With supplies like LEGO, Duplo, and Straw Connectors provided, all that's needed is imagination. 

Date: Every Monday

Time: 3:30PM - 5PM

Cost: Free 

Location: Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany 

Link: Click here for more information.

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

Open Heart Kitchen offers freshly prepared lunches for anyone in need, served Monday through Friday. No reservations are required.

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Open Heart Kitchen, 450 N Livermore Ave., Livermore

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Oakland Public Library is offering families a weekly LEGO building program at the Elmhurst Branch. 

Families are invited to build creative LEGO designs together during an open building session led by library staff. Selected creations may be displayed at the branch for community viewing. 

Date: Every Monday

Time: 3PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Elmhurst Branch, 1427 88th Ave., Oakland 

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. 

Family Paths invites parents and caregivers to a supportive 12-week online course to learn positive parenting skills. 

The informative series hosted by a certified facilitator offers families a chance to learn how children grow and develop while creating a more supportive home environment. Class will be hosted in Spanish. 

Dates: Every Tuesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free for qualifying Alameda County residents; sliding scale for others.

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here for more information  or call 1-800-829-3777. 

The Dublin Library is inviting families to a delightful afternoon of crafting. 

Children of all ages are invited to create a cubed pineapple craft. Materials are provided while supplies last, and participation is limited to the first 24 children in line. 

Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 

Time: 5PM - 6PM 

Cost: Free 

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

Link: Click here for more information. 

TVH provides free groceries for families.

Tri - Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents.

Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore

Cost: Free

Link: Click here for more information.

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

The 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 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Albany Library invites families to an afternoon of Valentine’s Day card making. 

The library is hosting an afternoon of arts and crafts where participants can make unique cards for all their valentines. Children under 8 must be accompanied by adults. 

Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 

Time: 2PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Albany Library - Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Eden Youth Center Hayward Hot Meal Giveaway. 

Eden Youth and 5 Sikh Seva invites anyone in need to come and receive free hot meals and grocery supplies, offered with dignity and compassion. Their community-driven service is open to all - no applications, no restrictions. 

Date: Every Thursday 

Time: 2PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Eden Youth, 680 W. Tennyson Rd., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Join the San Leandro Library for a morning filled with learning and play. 

Caregivers and children ages 0 - 5 are invited to a morning of play and early learning. Participants can enjoy snacks, meet community resource providers, and take-home free giveaways while connecting with other families. 

Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026 

Time: 10AM - 11:30AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Leandro Public Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro 

Link: Click here for more information.

BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop series focused on positive discipline and connection. 

Parents and caregivers of children ages 8 and under will learn strategies for setting clear, supportive limits. The two-part online series addresses managing challenges and stress through connection-based methods. 

Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026 

Time: 6PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here to register. 

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.   

Downtown San Leandro Community Benefit District and West Coast Makers host a Lunar New Year festival. 

Families can enjoy delicious food, music, and live cultural performances celebrating Lunar New Year in Downtown San Leandro.  

Date: Friday, February 13, 2026  

Time: 4PM - 9PM  

Cost: Free  

Location: Downtown San Leandro, 100 W. Juana Ave., San Leandro  

Link: Click here for more information.

The Hayward Public Library invites families to their Lunar New Year Celebration. 

The library will host a special event featuring Korean drumming and Chinese music performances. Children will receive traditional red envelopes at the end of the show. 

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 

Time: 11:30AM - 12:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Hayward Main Library, 888 C St., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Castro Valley Library invites families to a storytime with costumed characters from Power of a Princess. 

The library will host a princess party where children can listen to stories, make crafts, and enjoy cookies together. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes to meet the princes, princesses, and superheroes during this holiday celebration. 

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 

Time: 1PM - 2PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley 

Link: Click here to register. 

The Berkeley Public Library invites families to the Art & Music Study Hall for an afternoon of live jazz music. 

The Dave Rocha jazz trio will perform a selection of original tunes and classic jazz standards on the fifth floor of the library. Families can enjoy the rhythmic sounds of the band while exploring the library's music collections. 

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 

Time: 2PM - 3PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Pleasanton is inviting families to a festive celebration of the Lunar New Year. 

Families can enjoy a variety of free activities, cultural performances, and traditional Lunar New Year festivities designed for all ages to enjoy.  

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026 

Time: 1PM - 3PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Blvd., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Oakland Vietnamese Chamber of Commerce invites families to celebrate the Year of the Horse at the vibrant Little Saigon Tết Festival. 

Families can immerse themselves in the rich culture of Little Saigon. There will be delicious Asian cuisine, lively cultural performances, and traditional lion dances.  

Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 

Time: 12PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Clinton Park, 655 International Blvd., Oakland 

Link: Click here to register. 

The Dublin Library is inviting families to an afternoon cinema experience. 

Families are invited to bring a blanket and enjoy a floor screening of the film Queen of Katwe. The movie shares the true story of a young girl from Uganda whose life changes through the game of chess. 

Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026 

Time: 2PM - 3:45PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information.

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

Open Heart Kitchen offers freshly prepared lunches for anyone in need, served Monday through Friday. No reservations are required.

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12PM - 5PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Open Heart Kitchen, 450 N Livermore Ave., Livermore

Link: Click here for more information. 

Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services is inviting families to a virtual breastfeeding support group. 

Parents can join from home to receive breastfeeding guidance and connect with other parents. The group is led by an experienced facilitator and offers a supportive space for questions and shared experiences.  

Date: Monday, February 16, 2026 

Time: 6PM - 7PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here to register. 

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. 

Family Paths invites parents and caregivers to a supportive 12-week online course to learn positive parenting skills. 

The informative series hosted by a certified facilitator offers families a chance to learn how children grow and develop while creating a more supportive home environment. Class will be hosted in Spanish. 

Dates: Every Tuesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free for qualifying Alameda County residents; sliding scale for others.

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here for more information  or call 1-800-829-3777. 

TVH provides free groceries for families.

Tri - Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents.

Date: Monday - Thursday

Time: 1PM – 5PM

Location: 150 N. L St., Livermore

Cost: Free

Link: Click here for more information.

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

The 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 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Centerville Library invites families to a special bilingual storytime to celebrate the Year of the Horse. 

The library will host this storytime in English and Mandarin where children can enjoy stories, music, and a craft project.  

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 

Time: 4PM - 4:45PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Centerville Branch, 3101 Nicolet Ave., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services hosts a monthly support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. 

Parents are invited to a supportive, nonjudgmental space to discuss parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Experienced facilitators provide guidance and peer connection throughout the breastfeeding journey.  

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 

Time: 11:30AM - 1:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Head Start, 2563 International Blvd., Oakland 

Link: Click here to register. 

Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services host a monthly support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. 

Parents are invited to a supportive space to discuss parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Skilled facilitators offer guidance and peer connection to support the breastfeeding journey 

Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 

Time: 6PM - 8PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1100 San Leandro Blvd., San Leandro 

Link: Click here to register. 

Monthly Diaper distribution for low-income families in Hayward. 

Free diaper kits are distributed monthly to low-income families in Hayward, with one kit provided per child. Each kit includes 80–100 diapers (sizes 2–7) and 200 wipes, available while supplies last. 

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026

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 Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 9:30AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Willie Keyes Rec Center, 3131 Union St., Oakland

Carmen Flores Rec Center,1637 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland  

Link: Click here to register. 

The Centerville Library offers families a bilingual Lunar New Year storytime. 

Families with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can enjoy stories, songs, and a simple craft presented in English and Mandarin to celebrate the Year of the Horse.  

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026 

Time: 4PM - 4:45PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Centerville Library, 3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Chabot Space & Science Center invites families to use the outdoor telescopes for free. 

Visit Chabot Space & Science Center every Friday and Saturday (weather permitting) as they host evening sessions where visitors can experience breathtaking views of the universe from 1,500 feet above the Bay.  

Date: Every Friday & Saturday 

Time: 7:30PM - 10:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information.