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Tuesday 02/17/2026

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 

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Tuesday 02/17/2026

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 

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Tuesday 02/17/2026

Oakland families are invited to this Afrocentric playgroup.

Afro-Play Oakland is an affinity-affirming space for families who identify as Black, African-American, or of the African Diaspora. Children and caregivers can enjoy Afro-centric activities in a warm and supportive environment, and donations are on a sliding scale, but no one is turned away for lack of funds.

Date: Every Tuesday

Time: 9:30AM - 12PM

Cost: Sliding scale donation.

Location: Room to Bloom, 8711 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland

Link: Click here for more information.

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Tuesday 02/17/2026

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. 

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Tuesday 02/17/2026

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 

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