| Wednesday 02/11/2026 |
Virtual - Café Dad
The Alameda County Fatherhood Initiative and Starting Out Strong is offering a supportive space for fathers. Cafe Dad is a supportive community for fathers to connect, share their experiences, and build a strong community. It aims to empower dads by fostering relationships and providing resources to support their parenting journey. Date: Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday Time: 5PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/11/2026 |
Fremont – Make Parenting a Pleasure Workshop
The City of Fremont Youth and Family Services Department is offering families a five-session in-person positive parenting series for parents of young children. Families with children ages 0-7 will learn ways to strengthen parent & child relationships, support healthy development, and manage parenting stress. Lunch will be provided. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 9:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Free Location: City of Fremont, 3300 Capitol Ave. Building B, Fremont Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Thursday 02/12/2026 |
Virtual – Setting Limits Without Screaming or Time Out: A Two-Part Series Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop series focused on positive discipline and connection. Parents and caregivers of children ages 8 and under will learn strategies for setting clear, supportive limits. The two-part online series addresses managing challenges and stress through connection-based methods. Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026 Time: 6PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Monday 02/16/2026 |
Virtual – Breast Friends Virtual Group
Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services is inviting families to a virtual breastfeeding support group. Parents can join from home to receive breastfeeding guidance and connect with other parents. The group is led by an experienced facilitator and offers a supportive space for questions and shared experiences. Date: Monday, February 16, 2026 Time: 6PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register.
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| Tuesday 02/17/2026 |
Virtual – Spanish Positive Parenting Class
Family Paths invites parents and caregivers to a supportive 12-week online course to learn positive parenting skills. The informative series hosted by a certified facilitator offers families a chance to learn how children grow and develop while creating a more supportive home environment. Class will be hosted in Spanish. Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free for qualifying Alameda County residents; sliding scale for others. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here for more information or call 1-800-829-3777. |
| Tuesday 02/17/2026 |
Oakland – Breast Friends Group
Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services is inviting families to a monthly support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Parents are invited to a supportive, nonjudgmental space to discuss parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Experienced facilitators provide guidance and foster connection throughout the breastfeeding journey. Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Time: 11:30AM - 1:30PM Cost: Free Location: DeFremery Park, 1651 Adeline St., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/18/2026 |
Fremont – Make Parenting a Pleasure Workshop
The City of Fremont Youth and Family Services Department is offering families a five-session in-person positive parenting series for parents of young children. Families with children ages 0-7 will learn ways to strengthen parent & child relationships, support healthy development, and manage parenting stress. Lunch will be provided. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 9:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Free Location: City of Fremont, 3300 Capitol Ave. Building B, Fremont Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Wednesday 02/18/2026 |
Virtual – Parent Café
CocoKids is inviting families to an interactive virtual Parent Café. Parents are invited to participate in an online session focused on strengthening protective factors and identifying family strengths. The interactive café encourages connection and shared learning in a supportive setting. Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 7PM - 9PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/18/2026 |
Oakland – Breast Friends Group
Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services hosts a monthly support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Parents are invited to a supportive, nonjudgmental space to discuss parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Experienced facilitators provide guidance and peer connection throughout the breastfeeding journey. Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 11:30AM - 1:30PM Cost: Free Location: Head Start, 2563 International Blvd., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/18/2026 |
San Leandro – DAB: Dads About Breastfeeding
Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services host a supportive group session just for fathers. Dads are invited to a focused session to learn, ask questions, and share practical strategies for supporting breastfeeding partners. The program centers on the father’s role to build confidence and connection during the postpartum period and beyond. Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 6PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: 1100 San Leandro Blvd., San Leandro Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/18/2026 |
San Leandro – Breast Friends
Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services host a monthly support group for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Parents are invited to a supportive space to discuss parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Skilled facilitators offer guidance and peer connection to support the breastfeeding journey Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 6PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: 1100 San Leandro Blvd., San Leandro Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/18/2026 |
San Leandro – Children with Complex Medical Needs at School workshop
Family Resource Navigators (FRN) is inviting families to a virtual workshop focused on supporting students with medical challenges. Parents and caregivers will learn strategies for managing complex medical needs at school, including how to create effective medical plans and coordinate interventions to help students thrive. The workshop is designed for families navigating school systems and complex health care needs. Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 6:30PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) |
| Thursday 02/19/2026 |
Virtual – Setting Limits Without Screaming or Time Out: A Two-Part Series Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop series focused on positive discipline and connection. Parents and caregivers of children ages 8 and under will learn skills for setting clear, supportive limits that encourage cooperation. The final online session focuses on managing challenging behavior through connection-based approaches. Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026 Time: 6PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Friday 02/20/2026 |
Virtual – Identify the Importance of Emotional Safety and Secure Attachment in a Child’s Growth Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop on emotional safety and secure attachment in early childhood. Parents and caregivers will learn how emotional safety and secure attachment support healthy child development. The workshop includes discussion and practical strategies for building trust and strengthening caregiver-child relationships. Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 Time: 6PM - 8PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Monday 02/23/2026 |
Oakland – 10-week Nurturing Parenting Class
Family Paths invites young parents to join a supportive education program designed to empower families and build healing communities. This 10-week series features an evidence-based, interactive curriculum led by a certified facilitator to help caregivers grow their skills. Families who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion and a gift card incentive for their participation. Date: Every Monday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or sliding scale for qualifying residents. Location: Family Paths, 1727 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland, or online (Zoom) Link: Click here for more information or call 1-800-829-3777 to register. |
| Tuesday 02/24/2026 |
Virtual – Spanish Positive Parenting Class
Family Paths invites parents and caregivers to a supportive 12-week online course to learn positive parenting skills. The informative series hosted by a certified facilitator offers families a chance to learn how children grow and develop while creating a more supportive home environment. Class will be hosted in Spanish. Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free for qualifying Alameda County residents; sliding scale for others. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here for more information or call 1-800-829-3777. |
| Wednesday 02/25/2026 |
Virtual - Café Dad
The Alameda County Fatherhood Initiative and Starting Out Strong is offering a supportive space for fathers. Cafe Dad is a supportive community for fathers to connect, share their experiences, and build a strong community. It aims to empower dads by fostering relationships and providing resources to support their parenting journey. Date: Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday Time: 5PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 02/25/2026 |
Fremont – Make Parenting a Pleasure Workshop
The City of Fremont Youth and Family Services Department is offering families a five-session in-person positive parenting series for parents of young children. Families with children ages 0-7 will learn ways to strengthen parent & child relationships, support healthy development, and manage parenting stress. Lunch will be provided. Date: Every Wednesday Time: 9:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Free Location: City of Fremont, 3300 Capitol Ave. Building B, Fremont Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Thursday 02/26/2026 |
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: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Friday 02/27/2026 |
Virtual – Tips on Helping A Child Who Has Challenges in Their Communication and Sensory Skills Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual workshop led by a pediatric speech and language therapist. Families will learn practical strategies to support children with communication and sensory challenges. The session introduces functional sign language, visual communication tools, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, (AAC) and basic sensory regulation techniques Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Click here to register. |
| Friday 02/27/2026 |
Oakland – Mindfulness Skills for Parents and Kids Workshop
BANANAS is inviting families to a helpful workshop focused on reducing stress through mindfulness. Families will learn tools and exercises to support emotional regulation for both adults and children. The session introduces concepts from Buddhist psychology and offers strategies to help caregivers stay calm and responsive. Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: BANANAS, 5232 Claremont Ave., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
