Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. 

The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. 

Visit Albany Library for a baby storytime.

The interactive lapsit storytime is designed for babies up to 18 months and their adult caregivers. Stories will be shared, songs will be sung, and lap bouncing for 15-20 minutes, they after babies will be able to play with toys and meet new friends.

Date: Every Tuesday

Time: 12PM - 12:30PM

Cost: Free

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

Link: Click here for more information.

Visit Elmhurst Branch for a storytime and garden play.

Join in for stories, songs, and play! Storytime at 11AM, followed by free play in the community garden with library chickens! For children ages 0-5 but all are welcome. Snacks provided for kids and caregivers.

Date: Every Tuesday

Time: 11AM - 12PM

Cost: Free

Location: Elmhurst Branch, 11427 88th Ave., Oakland

Link: Click here for more information.

Join Dublin Library for  Baby Bounce time.

Children from 0-18 months who are not yet walking are invited to participate in Baby Bounce. Each week a short story will be shared, songs will be sung, and work on bouncing and rhymes.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 10AM - 10:30AM

Cost: Free

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

Link: Click here for more information.

Join Albany Library and East Bay Children's Musician for a sing along!

Enjoy some music, songs, dancing, and hands-on play with real musical instruments. There will be a mix of original children's music, multilingual nursery rhymes and family-friendly rock 'n roll favorites.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 12:30PM - 1PM

Cost: Free

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

Link: Click here for more information.

Enjoy a Bubble Disco Show at the San Leandro Library.

Have fun Clownin' Around. Enjoy bubbles, puppets and silly fun! All ages welcome. This program takes place in the Estudillo/ Karp room of the Main Library. Doors open at 6:20pm and will close if we reach posted room capacity.

Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Time: 6:30PM - 7PM

Cost: Free

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

Link: Click here for more information.

Join Springtown Library for music & movement!

Families can enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor and social skills and increase independence as well as language development. This class is perfect for children ages 1-5, but everyone is welcome. Classes are held outside on the patio. Bring your own blanket to sit on.

Date: Every Thursday

Time: 10:15AM - 10:45AM

Cost: Free

Location: Springtown Library, 998 Bluebell Dr., Livermore

Link: Click here for more information.

This workshop is presented by BANANAS.

Discover the research behind play and learn how to model language and use sign language with a pediatric speech therapist.

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026

Time: 10AM - 12PM

Cost: Free

Location: Zoom

Link: Click here to register.

Visit Rincon Library for a yoga storytime.

All ages are welcome to join yoga filled with stories, songs, movement, and fun. The class may take place outdoors depending on weather.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 12PM - 12:30PM

Cost: Free

Location: Rincon Library, 725 Rincon Ave., Livermore

Link: Click here for more information.