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| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
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. The 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 |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Oakland – BANANAS Playgroups
BANANAS offers in-person playgroups for young children with art, music, and hands-on activities. Families can connect through play, enjoy a light snack, and explore community resources in a welcoming setting. The program is designed for children ages 0–5 and caregivers and includes optional registration to stay informed about future activities. Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday Time: 10:30AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Havenscourt, 6865 Leona Creek Dr., Suite #102, Oakland Link: Click here to register. Share: |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Livermore - Music & Movement
Join Springtown Library for music & movement! Families can enjoy songs and movement activities that build motor and social skills and increase independence as well as language development. This class is perfect for children ages 1-5, but everyone is welcome. Classes are held outside on the patio. Bring your own blanket to sit on. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:15AM - 10:45AM Cost: Free Location: Springtown Library, 998 Bluebell Dr., Livermore |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Alameda – Music in the Parks
The Alameda Recreation and Parks Department and Ozzy's Music Academy are welcoming community members of all ages to a hands-on music session. Try ukuleles, guitars, electric pianos, and electronic drum sets at an instrument petting zoo, and bring guitars or ukuleles with broken strings for repairs and tuning. Parents and caregivers must stay with their children, and registration is recommended but not required. Date: Every Thursday Time: 3PM - 4PM Cost: Free Location: Franklin Park, 1432 San Antonio Ave., Alameda Link: Click here to register. |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Berkeley – Trick-or-Treating
The North Shattuck Association is inviting kids and families to an afternoon of trick-or-treating. Trick-or-treat around the Shattuck Avenue and Vine Street area. Additional details will be posted on the event website. Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 3PM - 6PM Cost: Free Location: Shattuck Ave. and Vine St., Berkeley |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Virtual – Self Care for Parents and Caregivers Workshop
BANANAS is hosting a virtual self-care workshop for parents and caregivers led by a licensed clinical social worker and yoga teacher. Slow down with deep breathing, gentle yoga poses, and relaxation techniques while learning why self-care matters for busy parents. This session is part of a two-part workshop, and registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 11AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Berkeley – MOCHA Creative Art Play
Berkeley Public Library and the Museum of Children's Art host a weekly art session for kids and families. Try a new hands-on art project each week with guidance from a MOCHA teaching artist. The series is open to young children through preteens and their families. Date: Every Thursday Time: 3:30PM - 5PM Cost: Free Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library - Community Room, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Castro Valley – Halloween Storytime & Parade
Alameda County Library hosts a not-so-scary Halloween morning for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Listen to Halloween stories, then join a costume parade around the library to trick-or-treat. Costumes are encouraged, and kids should bring a treat bag or bucket. Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 10:30AM - 11:15AM Cost: Free Location: Castro Valley Library - Chabot/Canyon Room, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley |
| Thursday 10/29/2026 |
Fremont – Halloween Storytime & Parade
Alameda County Library invites costumed kids and families to a Halloween celebration. Hear Halloween stories, then march in a costume parade and trick-or-treat with your treat bag ready. Space is limited, and free tickets are handed out at the line outside the library 15 minutes before the program, first come, first served. Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Time: 11:15AM - 12:15PM Cost: Free Location: Fremont Main Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont |
