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| Friday 11/14/2025 |
SOUTH HAYWARD - SOUTH HAYWARD PARISH FOOD PANTRY
Walk up 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 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Time: 1PM – 4PM Location: South Hayward Parish, 27287 Patrick Ave., Hayward Cost: Free |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
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 |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
Oakland - Trybe Tots Playgroup
Trybe invites families with children under 6 to inclusive kindergarten readiness activities with science, art, play, story time, and sing-alongs led by multilingual staff. Trybe offers inclusive kindergarten readiness programs for families with children under age 6, featuring activities like science exploration, art, play, storytime, and sing-alongs. Programs are led by multilingual staff to support non-English speaking families in a welcoming learning environment. Date: Every Wednesday and Friday Time: 10:30AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: 1701 E 19th St., Oakland |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
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 Wednesday & Friday Time: 9:30AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Rainbow Rec Center, 5800 International Blvd., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
Hayward - Pop-Up Playdates Fall 2025
Join a fun weekly playdate for your little ones! Pop-Up Playdates offer a safe, clean, and engaging space where children under 6 can explore different activities while caregivers connect and build community. This event welcomes families to enjoy developmentally appropriate play stations in a friendly, social environment. Date: Every Friday Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: $4.00 Location: Cherryland Community Center, 278 Hampton Rd., Hayward Castro Valley Community Center 18988 Lake Chabot Rd., Castro Valley |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
Hayward - Pop-Up Playdates: Circle of Friends
Bring your little ones to a fun and interactive playdate experience designed to foster friendships and creativity. Children under 8 years old are invited to join the Pop-Up Playdates, where they can make new friends, play, and engage in exciting activities in a supportive environment. Date: Every Friday Time: 10AM - 11:30AM Cost: $2.00 / week Location: Cherryland CC-Main Hall, 14100 Amador St., Hayward |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
OAKLAND - TELEGRAPH MINISTRY CENTER FOOD PANTRY
Receive free groceries and fresh food from the Telegraph Ministry Center in Oakland. This 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: |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
LIVERMORE - OPEN HEART KITCHEN
Enjoy free weekday meals provided by Open Heart Kitchen in Livermore. This community meal program offers freshly prepared lunches for anyone in need, served Monday through Friday. No reservations are required, and all are welcome. Date: Monday - Friday Time: 12PM - 5PM Cost: Free Location: 450 N Livermore Ave., Livermore |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
UNION CITY - CENTRO DE SERVICIOS RESOURCE CENTER FOOD PANTRY
Free groceries and fresh food are available at Centro de Servicios Resource Center in Union City. This community pantry serves residents with weekly food distribution, Monday through Friday. No registration is required; please bring reusable bags if possible. Date: Monday - Friday Time: Monday, Wednesday - Friday: 9AM – 4PM, Tuesday: 12PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: 33750 6th St., Union City |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
BERKELEY - MCGEE AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH FOOD PANTRY
Pick up free groceries and pantry staples from McGee Avenue Baptist Church in Berkeley. This community pantry provides food distribution three days a week and welcomes all community members. Please bring your own bags. Date: Every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday Time: 12PM - 1PM Cost: Free Location: McGee Avenue Baptist Church, 1640 Stuart St., Berkeley |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
NEWARK - SALVATION ARMY TRI-CITIES FOOD PANTRY
Receive free groceries and fresh food from the Salvation Army Tri-Cities Corps in Newark. This pantry serves Fremont, Union City, and Newark residents with weekly food distribution. Come early as lines often form before opening. Please bring proof of Tri-City residency. Date: Every Wednesday & Friday Time: 7:30AM - 9:30AM Cost: Free Location: Salvation Army Tri-Cities Corps, 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
NEWARK - SUPPORT LIFE FOUNDATION FOOD PANTRY
Free groceries are available through Support Life Foundation in Newark. This community pantry distributes free food on Fridays. Walk-in service is available; please bring a bag if possible. Date: Every Friday Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: 5880 Thornton Ave., Newark Share: |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
Berkeley - Leaf Peeping Drop-In Program
Enjoy the beauty of fall with a family nature walk through Tilden Nature Area. Families are invited to take in the crisp autumn air while hiking in search of colorful fall foliage. Led by East Bay Regional Park District naturalists, this easy, family-friendly outing offers a fun way to explore seasonal changes in nature together. No registration is required for this drop-in event. Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 Time: 2:30PM - 4:30PM Cost: Free Location: Tilden Nature Area (Lone Oak Staging Area), 1500 Central Park Dr., Berkeley Share: |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
Oakland – Trybe x ACPD Positive Futures Fair
Join a community celebration hosted by Trybe and the Alameda County Probation Department for youth and families. This special themed “Town Nights” event invites families to connect, enjoy music, food, and activities focused on positive futures. Pre-registration is not required. Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 Time: 2:30PM - 6:30PM Cost: Free Location: San Antonio Park, 18th Ave near Foothill Blvd., Oakland |
| Friday 11/14/2025 |
Virtual- Café Para Padres: Abogacía Parental
Join 4C's of Alameda County for a Spanish language parent café to talk about advocacy, support, and shared parenting experiences. Caregivers are invited to connect with other parents, share successes and challenges, and build skills to advocate for their children and family. Incentives will be provided. Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Link: Click here to register. Share: |





