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| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Fremont - Garden Grounding: Roots of Gratitude Drop-In Program
Take a peaceful pause in the Nectar Garden to practice mindfulness and gratitude at Coyote Hills Regional Park. Families are invited to slow down and connect with nature through quiet reflection and grounding activities during the autumn blooms. Participants will follow gentle garden paths, enjoy the calm of the season, and cultivate a sense of gratitude together. This program is wheelchair accessible and open to all ages; parent participation is required. Parking fees apply where charged. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 10:30AM - 12PM Cost: Free (parking fees may apply) Location: Coyote Hills Regional Park Visitors Center, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont |
| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Oakland - Holiday Tree Lighting at Jack London Square
Kick off the holiday season with lights, lasers and popcorn at Jack London Square’s tree lighting celebration. Families are invited to enjoy the lighting of a grand Shasta Fir in the plaza near Plank, followed by a dynamic laser light show and a magicalsnowfall experience just for fun. Santa, Frosty the Snowman and lively jazz performances add to the festive atmosphere. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 5:45PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: Jack London Square, Broadway & Embarcadero, Oakland |
| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Fremont - Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting at Pacific Commons
Kick off the holiday season with lights, music, and festive fun at Pacific Commons. Families are invited to a free evening of holiday cheer featuring Santa, elves, carolers, face painting, balloon art, and the official tree lighting at Pacific Commons shopping center. Stay for a festive photo opportunity with Santa and enjoy the glowing atmosphere. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 5PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: 43440 Boscell Rd., Fremont |
| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Emeryville - Home Depot Kids Workshop: Teddy Bear Ornament
Build a festive teddy bear ornament in this free hands-on kid's craft workshop. Children are invited to join a fun, creative session where they can build and decorate their own teddy bear ornament to take home. All supplies are provided, and pre-registration is recommended. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 9AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Home Depot, 3838 Hollis St., Emeryville |
| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Oakland - Magic of Christmas Lighting Concert at Temple Hill
Experience a magical evening of choir, orchestra, and holiday lights at Temple Hill’s annual Magic of Christmas concert. Families are invited to attend this festive concert featuring the Temple Hill Choir, orchestra, dancers, and special guest soloists. The performance marks the opening of the holiday light display at Oakland’s Temple Hill and includes sing-alongs for all ages. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 6PM - 7PM Cost: Free (tickets required, reserve online) Location: Temple Hill Auditorium, 4780 Lincoln Ave., Oakland |
| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Fremont - Winter Wonderland Crafting
Create festive winter decorations to help transform the library. Families are invited to drop in and help decorate the Fremont Children’s Section by crafting winter-themed decorations to be hung in the library. The craft takes about 15–30 minutes, and children under 8 will need a caregiver to assist them. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 1PM - 3PM Cost: Free Location: Fukaya Room A & B, Fremont Main Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont |
| Saturday 11/29/2025 |
Dublin - Family Movie: Smurfs (2011)
Enjoy a cozy family movie afternoon with the classic Smurfs film. Families are invited to bring a blanket and get comfortable while watching Smurfs (2011) together on the big screen. This fun movie follows the tiny blue Smurfs as they escape the evil wizard Gargamel and accidentally end up in New York City. Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 2:30PM - 4:15PM Cost: Free Location: Virginia Bennett Room, Dublin Library, 200 Civic Pl., Dublin |


