| Monday 10/05/2026 |
Virtual – Breast Friends Virtual
Breast Friends Lactation Support Services is hosting a virtual breastfeeding support. Participants can connect with other parents, ask questions, and receive breastfeeding support from facilitator Renee Alton, CLE, who brings more than 10 years of experience. Date: Every 1st & 3rd Monday Time: 6PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Wednesday 10/07/2026 |
Virtual – Papás Unidos
4Cs of Alameda County is bringing dads and father figures together for a Spanish speaking parenting series. Talk with other dads about mental health, child development, how stress affects kids and parents, temperament, and positive discipline, with parent educator Juan Cuba leading the conversation. The series is open to dads and father figures of children under 8 in Alameda County, and participants who complete all six sessions receive a gift card. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 6PM - 7:30PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Thursday 10/08/2026 |
Virtual – Building Speech & Language During Fall Activities Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop for parents and caregivers led by a pediatric speech therapist. Pick up everyday tips and simple sign language to help build your child's speech and language during fall activities. Registration is required. Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 10/14/2026 |
Virtual – Papás Unidos
4Cs of Alameda County is bringing dads and father figures together for a Spanish speaking parenting series. Talk with other dads about mental health, child development, how stress affects kids and parents, temperament, and positive discipline, with parent educator Juan Cuba leading the conversation. The series is open to dads and father figures of children under 8 in Alameda County, and participants who complete all six sessions receive a gift card. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 6PM - 7:30PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Saturday 10/17/2026 |
Oakland – East Bay School Fair
Independent Schools of the Bay Area is hosting a K–8 school fair for families exploring their options. Talk with admissions representatives from 21 local independent schools, compare each school's educational philosophy and programs, and learn about options for kindergarten, upper elementary, and middle school. Families who attend receive complimentary admission to the Oakland Museum of California. Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
| Monday 10/19/2026 |
Virtual – Breast Friends Virtual
Breast Friends Lactation Support Services is hosting a virtual breastfeeding support. Participants can connect with other parents, ask questions, and receive breastfeeding support from facilitator Renee Alton, CLE, who brings more than 10 years of experience. Date: Every 1st & 3rd Monday Time: 6PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Tuesday 10/20/2026 |
Oakland - Breast Friends West Support Group
Breast Friends West hosts monthly support groups for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. The fun, non-judgmental, safe space for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers allows discussion of parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Group facilitators will share tips on a variety of topics and relationship dynamics. Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Time: 11AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: DeFremery Park, 1651 Adeline St., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 10/21/2026 |
San Leandro - Breast Friend Mommy Group
Get breastfeeding support from Breast Friends Mommy Group. Breast Friends Mommy Group is a safe space for breastfeeding, questions, connection, and community. Moms, dads, and babies are welcome to join. Dinner and child care provided. Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Time: 6PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Creekside Plaza, 1100 San Leandro Blvd., San Leandro Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 10/21/2026 |
Virtual - Postpartum Yoga with Babies Workshop
This workshop is presented by BANANAS. This workshop supports new parents post-birth. The community centered class is for self-care, core strengthening, and easing tension with baby nearby. Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom |
| Wednesday 10/21/2026 |
Virtual – Papás Unidos
4Cs of Alameda County is bringing dads and father figures together for a Spanish speaking parenting series. Talk with other dads about mental health, child development, how stress affects kids and parents, temperament, and positive discipline, with parent educator Juan Cuba leading the conversation. The series is open to dads and father figures of children under 8 in Alameda County, and participants who complete all six sessions receive a gift card. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 6PM - 7:30PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Thursday 10/22/2026 |
Virtual - Dad-scussions
A monthly space for all fathers and father figures of Alameda County. Dad-scussions is an ongoing virtual series that provides opportunities for Fathers to discuss current topics that matter to them. Date: Every 4th Thursday Time: 6PM - 7:30PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Thursday 10/22/2026 |
Virtual – Helping Kids with Communication & Sensory Needs Workshop
BANANAS is bringing back pediatric speech therapist Carol Lettko for a virtual workshop for parents and caregivers. Learn practical ways to support your child's communication, sensory skills, and regulation using sign language and AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) tools. Registration is required. Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 10/28/2026 |
Virtual – Papás Unidos
4Cs of Alameda County is bringing dads and father figures together for a Spanish speaking parenting series. Talk with other dads about mental health, child development, how stress affects kids and parents, temperament, and positive discipline, with parent educator Juan Cuba leading the conversation. The series is open to dads and father figures of children under 8 in Alameda County, and participants who complete all six sessions receive a gift card. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 6PM - 7:30PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
