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Before 01 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23					Thursday 03/12/2026 HAYWARD - FREE DIAPER KIT GIVEAWAY 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, March 12, 2026 Time: 10AM - 11AM Cost: Free Location: Hayward Library, 888 C St., Hayward Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Thursday 03/12/2026 HAYWARD - HOT MEALS 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. Share: Click here for complete event details Thursday 03/12/2026 Oakland - Community Adventure Pre-K Playgroups 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 Ira Jinkins Rec Center, 9175 Edes Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details Thursday 03/12/2026 San Leandro - Stay & Play 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, March 12, 2026 Time: 10AM - 11:30AM Cost: Free Location: San Leandro Public Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Thursday 03/12/2026 FREMONT - ST. VINCENT DE PAUL MISSION SAN JOSE FOOD PANTRY 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. Share: Click here for complete event details	Friday 03/13/2026 Oakland - Lotus Bloom Family Resource Center Playgroups 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. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 03/13/2026 OAKLAND - TELEGRAPH MINISTRY CENTER FOOD PANTRY Receive free groceries and fresh food from the Telegraph Ministry Center in Oakland. The community pantry provides healthy food to individuals and families in need, including fresh fruits, vegetables, canned goods, rice, bread, and proteins. Guests are encouraged to bring their own bags or carts for pickup. The pantry sources food from local partners, including the Alameda County Community Food Bank, USDA, and city programs. Date: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: 9:30AM - 1:30PM & Wednesdays 5PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Telegraph Ministry Center, 5316 Telegraph Ave., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 03/13/2026 Oakland – Trybe Play Group 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. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 03/13/2026 Hayward – Family, Friend and Neighbor (FFN) Play and Learn Playgroup 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. Share: Click here for complete event details Friday 03/13/2026 OAKLAND – ROOTS POP-UP MARKET Roots Community Health is inviting families to a biweekly pop-up market. Families can access healthy groceries, resources, and community support at this outdoor event held in the Sobrante Park Lot. Guests are encouraged to RSVP for faster access to available items. Date: Every 2nd & 4th Friday Time: 2PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: Sobrante Park Lot, 105th Ave. & Edes Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details	Saturday 03/14/2026 Oakland – 40x40 Neighborhood Empowerment Day Roots Community Health is inviting families to a day of health, wellness, and community connection in East Oakland. Families can explore a variety of local programs and services while enjoying activities for children, workshops, and free food. This resource fair celebrates the legacy of resilience in the 40x40 block communities and offers giveaways to support and strengthen the neighborhood. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 12PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: Parker Community Resource Center, 7929 Ney Ave., Oakland Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 Fremont – Wonders of Wildflowers Coyote Hills Regional Park invites families for a drop-in wildflower exploration and art activity. Families will search for early spring wildflowers and create drawings or paintings inspired by what they observe using provided art materials. The program is designed for all ages and parent participation is required. Date: Saturday, March 14, 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. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 San Leandro – Spring Train Show & Open House Join San Leandro Historical Railway Society for a Spring Train Show and open house. Families can explore the restored San Leandro Depot, view operating model railroad displays, and enjoy railroad exhibits during an extended open house. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 10AM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: San Leandro Historical Railway Society, 1302 Orchard Ave., San Leandro Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 Fremont – Pied-billed Grebes and Pie Coyote Hills Regional Park is hosting a birding and nature program. Families can walk to the marsh to observe pied-billed grebes and learn how mathematics helps describe patterns in nature while enjoying a taste of pie in recognition of Pi Day. Parent participation is required. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 1PM - 2:30PM Cost: Free Location: Coyote Hills Regional Park - Visitor Center, 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 Dublin – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration The City of Dublin is hosting a community celebration with music, food, and activities for St. Patrick’s Day. The event features live music, food vendors, games, and family-friendly activities that celebrate Irish culture and community spirit. The celebration welcomes all ages to enjoy performances and interactive fun. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 & Sunday, March 15, 2026 Time: 12PM - 5PM Cost: Free Location: Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 San Leandro – Festival of Colors: Holi Crafts for Kids The San Leandro Public Library invites families a cultural craft program celebrating Holi. Children can create hands-on Holi-inspired crafts while learning about the traditions and meaning of the Festival of Colors. No registration required. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 3PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: Manor Branch Library, 1241 Manor Blvd., San Leandro Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 Alameda – Storytelling & Drumming Festival The City of Alameda Recreation and Parks Department is inviting the community to a storytelling and drumming festival. The event offers storytelling performances, drumming, puppetry, and craft workshops connected to the stories and music presented. Families can participate in hands-on activities and experience live performances throughout the afternoon. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 12PM - 3:30PM Cost: Free Location: Mastick Senior Center Social Hall, 1155 Santa Clara Ave., Alameda Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 Oakland – Storyland Story Hour at Kinfolx Storyland Collective is inviting families to a story hour with storytelling. The event offers interactive read-aloud stories and creative activities for families and young readers. The program is designed especially for children ages 4 to 8, and all ages are welcome to attend. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12:15PM Cost: Free Location: Kinfolx, 1951 Telegraph Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: Click here for complete event details Saturday 03/14/2026 San Lorenzo – Family Literacy Day The San Lorenzo Library is hosting a family literacy day. The event offers a book giveaway, snacks, games, and activities that support reading and early literacy for families. The program welcomes participants of all ages and focuses on helping families explore literacy in everyday life. Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: 10:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Free Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo Link: Click here for more information. Share: Click here for complete event details