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Saturday 12/21/2024
Union City – Storytime with AAC (Special Needs Friendly)
Enjoy a storytime with AAC Union City Library. This program is designed for emergent communicators four years old and up (emergent communicators are new/existing AAC users who typically communicate with single words). Open to children of all abilities! Build your child’s communication skills through Shared Reading! “Storytime with AAC” aims to support families/caregivers of AAC users in demonstrating language on their child’s AAC device, along with developing a love for reading and building language through shared interaction and connection. Date: Every other Saturday Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM Location: Union City Library, 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City Cost: Free Saturday 12/21/2024
Dublin – Family Movie: The Nutcracker Ballet
Enjoy a movie at Dublin Library. Join the library for a fun family-friendly movie! Bring a blanket and get cozy on the floor to watch "The Nutcracker Ballet”. Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 Time: 2:30PM – 4:30PM Location: Dublin – Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin Cost: Free Saturday 12/21/2024
Berkeley – The Muffin Man Puppet Show
Watch a puppet show at Berkeley's THP Library. In this puppet show for toddlers and preschoolers, The Muffin Man travels through country, town and city delivering muffins to animal friends! Each animal has it's own song and dance and children are invited to sing and dance along! For children ages 1-4. Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 Time: 10:30AM – 11AM Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley Cost: Free Saturday 12/21/2024
Berkeley – Winter Snowflakes with Clay
Make winter snowflakes at Berkeley’s West Branch. Happy First Day of Winter! Join us and make beautiful snowflake ornaments using air dry clay. All materials provided. Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 Time: 11AM – 12:30PM Location: West Branch, 1125 University Ave., Berkeley Cost: Free Saturday 12/21/2024
Castro Valley – Santa at the Firehouse
Meet Santa at the Firehouse! Come down to the fire station and capture a cherished moment with Santa Claus against the backdrop of a vintage fire engine. Delicious hot chocolate and cookies will also be served. Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 Time: 11AM – 2PM Location: Alameda County Fire Station 25, 20290 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley Cost: Free Saturday 12/21/2024
Alameda – Cinema Under the Stars: Smurfs: A Christmas Carol and Kung Fu Panda Holiday
Visit Alameda South Shore Center for movie night. Bring a blanket and bundle up while watching a double feature. Complementary bagged popcorn and cocoa certificates from Starbucks will be provided while supplies last. Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 Time: 5:15PM Location: South Shore Shopping Center-Neptune Court, 2202 S. Shore Ctr., Alameda Cost: Free Saturday 12/21/2024
Oakland - Family Movie: Dr. Seuss' The Grinch
Enjoy a movie at OPL's Cesar Chavez Library. Join the César E. Chávez Branch for snacks and a screening of “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch”! Friday, December 20 from 3pm-5pm and “Grinch” Saturday, December 21st from 3pm-5pm at the César E. Chávez Branch! Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024 Time: 3PM - 5PM Location: Cesar Chavez Branch, 3301 E. 12th St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
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Sunday 12/22/2024
Livermore - Snake Talk
Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park. Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park. Date: Every Sunday Time: 11AM - 11:30AM Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Share:Sunday 12/22/2024
Alameda - Sensory Santa
Join Swings and Wings for a magical ‘Meet Santa’ event designed for children with special needs and their families. Santa is ready with his hugs and smiles and understands that some children need a little bit of extra time and magic. Children can make a wishlist, meet with Santa and take pictures, do crafts, enjoy snacks and play! Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024 Time: 9AM - 11:30AM Location: Swings and Wings, 2307 Blanding Ave., Ste. E, Alameda Cost: $5 Link: Click here for more information. Share:Sunday 12/22/2024
Oakland - Holiday Family Fun Day
Join Metropolitan Golf Links for their annual free community event. Families are invited to come to Metro and enjoy pictures with Santa, face painting, fun indoor games, hot chocolate and cookies, and arts and crafts! This is a free event, but we kindly ask you to RSVP via the link to let us know you’re coming! Santa arrives at 10 AM and departs promptly at 12 PM. Please bring a camera – our team is happy to assist with family pictures, too! Date: Sunday, December 22, 2024 Time: 10AM - 12PM Location: Metropolitan Golf Links, 10051 Doolittle Dr., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here to RSVP. Share: |
Monday 12/23/2024
LIVERMORE – TRI VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
TVH provides free groceries for families. Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Date: Every Monday & Thursday Time: 1PM – 5PM Location: Mar Thomas Church, 418 Junction Ave., Livermore Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Wear a mask. Monday 12/23/2024
Castro Valley – The Puppet Company: The Nutcracker
Check out a Christmas puppet show at Castro Valley Library. Enjoy a classic tale with a twist in this puppet show from local puppeteer Randal Metz of The Puppet Co. Date: Monday, December 23, 2024 Time: 1PM – 2PM Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley Cost: Free Monday 12/23/2024
Berkeley – Kwanzaa Storytime
Celebrate Kwanzaa with Berkeley’s North Branch. Join the library for a special Kwanzaa Storytime on Monday, December 23 at 10:30am. This program will be held in the North Branch Community Meeting Room. Date: Monday, December 23, 2024 Time: 10:30AM – 11AM Location: North Branch, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley Cost: Free Monday 12/23/2024
Berkeley – Hanukkah Music and Dance Celebration
Celebrate Hannukah with Berkeley Public Library. Join THP South branch for a vibrant and joyful Hanukkah celebration featuring the rich traditions of Jewish music and dance from around the world, led by Jewish dance master Bruce Bierman. The celebration is designed for all ages and welcomes everyone. Date: Monday, December 23, 2024 Time: 3PM – 5:30PM Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley Cost: Free |
Tuesday 12/24/2024
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Drive-thru food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families. The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 2PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Tuesday 12/24/2024
Castro Valley – Movie Day: Frozen Sing Along
Sing along with Frozen at Castro Valley Library. Join the library for a family friendly movie on the library's big screen! We'll be watching and singing along to the original Frozen movie! This movie is rated PG. Date: Tuesday, December 24, 2024 Time: 1PM – 3PM Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley Cost: Free |
Wednesday 12/25/2024
OAKLAND - THE UNITY COUNCIL FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Pick up free groceries from Unity Council. Families can pick up free groceries to bring home. Operating on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your spot in line by obtaining a numbered ticket starting at 8 am. Bring your own bad. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 10AM – 12:30PM Location: Unity Council, 3301 E12th St., Oakland Cost: Free |
Thursday 12/26/2024
LIVERMORE – TRI VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
TVH provides free groceries for families. Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Date: Every Monday & Thursday Time: 1PM – 5PM Location: Mar Thomas Church, 418 Junction Ave., Livermore Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Wear a mask. Thursday 12/26/2024
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Drive-thru food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families. The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 2PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Thursday 12/26/2024
Oakland - MOCHA Art Workshop
Join artists from the Museum of Children’s Art MOCHA as they lead art workshops for children. Each week the artist will present art related to a different theme, building creativity, socio-emotional, and academic skills through painting, drawing, sculpting, and numerous other art forms. Supplies provided. Drop-in; no registration needed. Date: Thursday, December 26, 2024 Time: 3:30PM - 5PM Location: Golden Gate Branch, 5606 San Pablo Ave., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
Friday 12/27/2024
Berkeley – Dog Man Afternoon
Enjoy all things Dog Man with Berkeley Public Library. Join the library to celebrate all things Dog Man. Howl with laughter as we make Dog Man crafts and make Dog Man buttons. Eat some delicious kibble and play word games to test your knowledge of "The Bark Knight". Date: Friday, December 27, 2024 Time: 3:30PM – 4:45PM Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley Cost: Free Friday 12/27/2024
Berkeley – Welcome to Karamu!
Make some food to bring home at Berkeley’s North Branch. You're invited to come prepare a traditional Kwanzaa meal with AAVE Cafe and Berkeley Public Library staff! You'll get to do some cooking, take home a plate, and keep all the custom recipe cards for your next New Years Eve and Karamu party plans. All ages are welcome. Date: Friday, December 27, 2024 Time: 12PM – 2PM Location: North Branch, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. |
Saturday 12/28/2024
Fremont – Winter Magic Show
Welcome in Winter with a magic show at Fremont Library. A magic show inspired by the most magical season of the year, a time of shorter days, colder nights, and annual celebrations of light. Come warm yourself this season with a little fun and a whole lot of wonder! All ages are welcome to come laugh, smile, and participate in this very special seasonal magic show. Date: Saturday, December 28, 2024 Time: 1PM – 2PM Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A & B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont Cost: Free Saturday 12/28/2024
Fremont - Movie at Library: Inside Out 2
Enjoy a movie at Centerville Library. Stop by and watch Disney's recently released, Inside Out 2! Rated PG. Date: Saturday, December 28, 2024 Time: 2PM - 4PM Location: Centerville Library, 3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
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Sunday 12/29/2024
Livermore - Snake Talk
Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park. Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park. Date: Every Sunday Time: 11AM - 11:30AM Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Share:Sunday 12/29/2024
Oakland - Grand Menorah Lighting
Celebrate Chanukah with a grand menorah lighting. The night is sure to be filled with mesmerizing fire performance, hot latkes & sufganiyot, hot drinks nad matza ball soup. Live music, balloon twistinng, raffles and much more. Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024 Time: 4:30PM Location: Lake Merritt Amphitheatre, 12th Street & 1st Ave, Lake Merritt Blvd., Oakland Cost: Free Sunday 12/29/2024
Fremont - Chanukah Lighting
Join the 12th Annual Chanukah Lighting in Fremont. Drop by and enjoy family fun including face painting, craft corner, pinatas, donuts, hot drinks, giant balloon menorah and much more! Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024 Time: 3:30PM - 5:30PM Location: Fremont Downtown Event Center & Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave., Fremont Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share:Sunday 12/29/2024
Emeryville - Chanukah Celebration
Join Bay Street Emeryville for Chanukah fun. Enjoy an afternon filled with family-friendly activities including live music, crafts and activities for kids, jugglers and balloonist, plus delicious holiday treats! Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024 Time: 4PM - 5:30PM Location: Bay Street Emeryville, 5616 Bay St., Emeryville Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
Monday 12/30/2024
LIVERMORE – TRI VALLEY HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
TVH provides free groceries for families. Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry distributes free groceries to low-income Tri-Valley residents. Date: Every Monday & Thursday Time: 1PM – 5PM Location: Mar Thomas Church, 418 Junction Ave., Livermore Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Wear a mask. Monday 12/30/2024
Alameda – Menorah Lighting
Watch the Menorah lighting at South Shore Center. Join the fun with music and lighting of the Menorah. Date: Monday, December 30, 2024 Time: 5PM –7PM Location: South Shore Shopping Center, 523 Mulberry St., Alameda Cost: Free |
Tuesday 12/31/2024
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Drive-thru food pantry available to Cherryland, Ashland, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Castro Valley, and Union City families. The food pantry is available to families in the listed cities above. Families can bring home a free bag of groceries. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 2PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Practice COVID-19 precautions. Tuesday 12/31/2024
Oakland - Chávez Noon Year’s Eve Party
Celebrate the New Year at the César E. Chávez Branch. Ring in 2025 at 12 pm noon on Tuesday, December 31st kids style. Enjoy music, dancing, crafts, food, and henna! Special balloon drop at 12 pm. Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Time: 10AM - 12:30PM Location: Cesar Chavez Branch, 3301 E. 12th St., Oakland Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share:Tuesday 12/31/2024
Berkeley - New Year's Eve Around the World
Ring in the New Year with Berkeley's Central Library. Join a special New Year’s Eve celebration just for kids! We’ll have stories, songs, a craft, and learn a little bit about New Year’s Eve traditions from around the world before we countdown to New Year’s Eve somewhere on the planet! For ages 3-5. Date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Time: 11:30AM - 12PM Location: Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley Cost: Free Link: Click here for more information. Share: |
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