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Wednesday 05/28/2025

Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup.

Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

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Thursday 05/29/2025

Dance your heart out at Albany Library.

Get your ya-yas out! Let's all have fun together dancing to songs the little ones know and love and other music that's new to them. Parents, caregivers, toddlers and preschoolers are all welcome to hit the dance floor and move their bodies at this inclusive event.

Date: Every Thursday

Time: 10:30AM – 11AM

Location: Albany Library – Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Friday 05/30/2025

Join Oakland Trybe for a free playgroup!

Tots Playgroup is a space for little ones to learn and grow. Join in on the fun with circle time, storytelling, dancing, arts and crafts and much more.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 10:30AM - 12PM

Location: Clinton Park, 655 International Blvd., Oakland

Cost: Free

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Friday 05/30/2025

It’s yoga time at Livermore’s Rincon Library.

Join the library for a yoga practice filled with stories, songs, movement, and fun for little yogis.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 12PM

Location: Rincon Library, 725 Rincon Ave., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Saturday 05/31/2025

Enjoy a day all about books and literacy with Berkeley Public Library.

Family Day will again be filled with readings, panels, discussions, and interactive fun featuring the most exciting and engaging names in young people’s literature. New this year: Family Day is being co-presented in partnership with the Social Justice Children’s Book Fair!

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 5PM

Location: Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 05/31/2025

Visit Oakland Public Library for a special storytime.

Join award winning KALW radio host, podcaster, and voice actor Hana Baba as she tells Folktales from Sudan- the stories she grew up with in her Sudanese American home. Through engaging storytelling, Hana introduces kids to magical tales from a rich East African tradition—stories that build empathy, curiosity, and a love for global cultures.

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025

Time: 2PM - 2:45PM

Location: César E. Chávez Branch, 3301 E. 12th St., Oakland

Cost: Free

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Saturday 05/31/2025

Celebrate AANHPI Month with Dublin Library.

This special story time and craft festival celebrates Asian American Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Hear stories from local authors and stay for crafts and activities.

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025

Time: 2PM - 4PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/01/2025

Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park.

Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park.

Date: Every Sunday

Time: 11AM - 11:30AM

Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore

Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply

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Sunday 06/01/2025

Join the library for a Puzzle Party to enjoy a relaxing and fun time with some puzzle joy!

Join Dublin Library for Family Board Games! We have a variety of board games, including checkers, Candyland, Uno, Connect Four, and many more. Friendly teen volunteers will be available to teach you a new game or to join in the fun if you need an extra player.

Date: Sunday, June 01, 2025

Time: 2PM – 4PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/01/2025

Join Alameda Main Library for a summer celebration.

Enjoy an afternoon of Pop & Go Puppets and their new show, Rumplestuntskin. The puppet show begins at 3:00pm. All ages welcome.

Date: Sunday, June 01, 2025

Time: 1PM – 4PM

Location: Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St., Alameda

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/01/2025

Start building your Summer Adventure at the Albany Library.

Drop by to pick up your first activity sheet, and create a custom bookmark to take home. This self-service craft will be available all day to complete at your own pace, or take home to make later.

Date: Sunday, June 01, 2025

Time: 1PM - 5PM

Location: Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/03/2025

Practice yoga at the Dublin Library.

Practicing yoga helps kids to sleep better, improve emotional regulation, increase empathy, and improve mood and affect. This instructor-led program will take the kids and their caregivers through gentle yoga poses. Recommended Ages: 2 - 5 years.

Date: Tuesday, June 03, 2025

Time: 10AM – 11AM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/03/2025

Watch a movie at Dublin Library.

Join the library for a family friendly movie. Bring a blanket to get cozy on the floor to watch Mirror Mirror.

Date: Tuesday, June 03, 2025

Time: 5:30PM – 7:30PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/04/2025

Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup.

Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/04/2025

Learn about how the pollinators that help plants grow at Fremont Library.

Join the library for a fun afternoon where you will learn all about pollinators followed by a fun activity and a craft! Space and supplies are limited. Free tickets will be handed out 15 minutes before the event at the Children's Information Desk. All children must be present to receive a ticket.

Date: Wednesday, June 04, 2025

Time: 1PM – 2PM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A&B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/04/2025

Discover outdoor animals at Union City Library.

See Bay Area wildlife up close in this dynamic program! Learn about the fascinating wildlife living in the fields and forests surrounding our cities and suburbs, and why these are ecologically important animals. Presented by Wildmind Science Learning. This free program will take place outdoors, under tree shade. No registration required.

Date: Wednesday, June 04, 2025

Time: 11AM – 12PM

Location: Union City Library, 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/04/2025

Experience the mesmerizing magic of “WOW!” at Defremery Park.

WOW is a captivating blend of circus enchantment and madcap mayhem. Circus Bella offers a modern twist on one-ring circus. Watch in awe as the vivaciously colorful Circus Bella Company, comprising a diverse troupe of acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, and clowns from the Bay Area and beyond, performs to the lively tunes of Rob Reich and the 6-piece Circus Bella All-Star Band.

Date: Wednesday, June 04, 2025

Time: 5:30PM – 6:30PM

Location: DeFremery Park, 1651 Adeline St., Oakland

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/05/2025

Dance your heart out at Albany Library.

Get your ya-yas out! Let's all have fun together dancing to songs the little ones know and love and other music that's new to them. Parents, caregivers, toddlers and preschoolers are all welcome to hit the dance floor and move their bodies at this inclusive event.

Date: Every Thursday

Time: 10:30AM – 11AM

Location: Albany Library – Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/05/2025

4Cs of Alameda County will be giving away groceries.

A variety of canned and dry goods will be available for families in need. Registration required.

Date: Thursday, June 05, 2025

Time: 1PM – 3PM

Location: Hayward Office Garage, 22351 City Center Dr., Hayward

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/05/2025

Watch a special performance at Livermore’s Springtown Library.

Join Laya Arts Collective for a captivating dance and storytelling performance of Tales of Krishna on the Springtown Library Patio. Fun and free for kids of all ages. The Springtown Library's parking lot fills up quickly. Street parking is available along Bluebell Drive. Please allow time to find parking before the program.

Date: Thursday, June 05, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM

Location: Springtown Library, 998 Bluebell Dr., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/06/2025

Enjoy a sing-a-long sign language storytime.

Children, parents, and caregivers will have a blast laughing, signing, and singing with Teacher Bill, author of the book, Signs of a Happy Baby. Mr. Bill integrates American Sign Language (ASL) into his storytime. Seats are limited, and a ticket is required to attend this storytime. Tickets will be handed out outside 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

Date: Friday, June 06, 2025

Time: 10:15AM – 11AM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A & B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/06/2025

Join Fremont Library for a special performance.

Stop by for a fun magic show! Magician Kenny Spade has been spreading joy through magic for over a decade. He will perform tricks the whole family will enjoy! Space is limited. Free tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets will be distributed outside in the breezeway to the right of the main entrance, starting at 1:45pm.

Date: Friday, June 06, 2025

Time: 2PM – 2:45PM & 3:30PM – 4:15PM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/07/2025

Learn all about birds at the Dublin Library.

East Bay Regional Park District Naturalists will introduce a few of the many bird species that inhabit the East Bay. From raptors to songbirds, come hear about their place in nature, what they leave behind, and their role in maintaining healthy ecosystems.

Date: Saturday, June 07, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM

Location: Dublin Library, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/07/2025

Check out a magic show at the Union City Library.

Step into a world of wonder with the award-winning magician, Michael Nguyen. Join us for an unforgettable magic show perfect for families and children of all ages. No registration required.

Date: Saturday, June 07, 2025

Time: 3PM – 3:45PM

Location: Union City Library, 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/07/2025

Make air dry clay ocean creatures at Berkeley Public Library.

Get ready for Summer!  Stop by West and make beautiful starfish and other ocean creatures using air dry clay!

Date: Saturday, June 07, 2025

Time: 11:30AM – 1PM

Location: West Branch, 1125 University Ave., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/07/2025

Visit Downtown San Leandro for all things cherry.

The San Leandro Cherry Festival is a long-standing San Leandro tradition celebrating our past, present and future! Watch as festive floats, classic cars and creative costumes make their way down E. 14th Street. Enjoy live music, family fun zone and more!

Date: Saturday, June 07, 2025

Time: 10AM - 6PM

Location: Downtown San Leandro, E. 14th St. and Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/07/2025

Join Rialto Free Family Matinees.

Join Rialto Free Family Matinees, every month on Saturday & Sunday at 11AM. Tickets Available at Box Office Friday Before Screening.

Date: Saturday, June 07, 2025

Time: 10AM – 11:30AM

Location: Rialto Cinemas Elmwood, 2966 College Ave., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/07/2025

The East Oakland Futures Festival is a block party with an Afrofuturistic theme.

Check out the best in East Oakland's food, arts, tech and culture at the Future Fest. Meet local organizations offering services on-site, activities for kids and more!

Date: Saturday, June 07, 2025

Time: 11AM - 6PM

Location: Holly St. & Birch St., Oakland

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/08/2025

Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park.

Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park.

Date: Every Sunday

Time: 11AM - 11:30AM

Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore

Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply

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Sunday 06/08/2025

Join Rialto Free Family Matinees.

Join Rialto Free Family Matinees, every month on Saturday & Sunday at 11AM. Tickets Available at Box Office Friday Before Screening.

Date: Sunday, June 08, 2025

Time: 10AM – 11:30AM

Location: Rialto Cinemas Elmwood, 2966 College Ave., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/08/2025

Stop by Alameda Free Library for a movie day!

During movie showings we aim to create a sensory-friendly environment by keeping half the room lights on, lowering the volume, turning on movie captions, offering fidget toys to use during the movie, and leaving open seating with wobble cushions so kids have room to move around. Audience participants are welcome to bring in food, blankets, and pillows! Light refreshments and snacks will be available during the movie screening.

Date: Sunday, June 08, 2025

Time: 2PM – 4PM

Location: Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St., Alameda

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/08/2025

Enjoy a movie at the Fremont Library.

Join Fremont Library for a free screening of the groundbreaking book to movie - Out of My Mind. Rating: PG. This program is designed to be special needs friendly with a focus on hearing AAC User voices. Open to all abilities! We welcome AAC device users within our community to come join us & share their experiences.

Date: Sunday, June 08, 2025

Time: 2PM - 4PM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A&B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/09/2025

Make a gift for Father’s Day at the Dublin Library.

Picture this: a fantastic photo frame to make your Father's Day fabulous. Join us at the Dublin library to make a gift straight from your heart. The photo frames will be for photos that are 4 inches by 6 inches. Bring photos of your dad and celebrate the Fathers Day festivities or put the photo in at home. The program is geared towards kids of all ages but is limited to the first 20 kids in line the day of the program.

Date: Monday, June 09, 2025

Time: 2PM – 3PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/09/2025

Watch a movie at Dublin Library.

Join the library for a family friendly movie. Bring a blanket to get cozy on the floor to watch Dog Man.

Date: Monday, June 09, 2025

Time: 5:30PM – 7:15PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/09/2025

Make crafts at the Albany Library.

Come get crafty with us at the Albany Library! This week we will be making colorful suncatchers to hang in your window. Children under 8 must be with an adult.

Date: Monday, June 09, 2025

Time: 1PM – 2:30PM

Location: Albany Library-Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/09/2025

Laugh out loud at Berkeley Public Library.

Charles' reading programs highlight the joys and usefulness of books and the library in a hilarious interactive comedy performance. Ages 4-8.

Date: Monday, June 09, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/09/2025

Enjoy a series of movies at San Leandro Library.

Free family movie in the Main Library's Lecture Hall, with movie-theater seating! Show starts at 1:00pm, doors open at 12:55pm. Children under 10 must be supervised by a caregiver while attending events at the Library.

  • June 9: How to Train Your Dragon

  • June 16: Moana 2

  • June 23: Dog Man

  • June 30: Paddington in Peru

Date: Every Monday

Time: 1PM – 2:30PM

Location: San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/10/2025

This workshop is presented by BANANAS.

This class is designed to assist new parents with recovery after birth, provide a supportive community-centered environment, and awareness of self-care. With babies present, parents can focus on easing tensions, restoring alignment in the body, creating energy, and re-strengthening the core.

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Time: 10AM – 12PM

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/10/2025

Watch a movie at the Castro Valley Library.

Join in for a family friendly movie at the library! We'll be watching Dog Man. This movie is rated PG.

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Time: 1PM – 2:30PM

Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/11/2025

Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup.

Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/11/2025

Learn about rainforest animals at Castro Valley Library.

See unusual and awe-inspiring animals and come to better understand the tropical rainforest and its plants, wildlife and people, presented by Wildmind Science.

Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Time: 1PM – 1:45PM

Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/11/2025

Celebrate Pride at the San Lorenzo Library.

Join the library as they celebrate Pride with books, songs, and movement; this storytime program is designed for babies, toddlers, and preschool aged children. However, all kids are welcome.

Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Time: 11:30AM – 12PM

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/12/2025

Dance your heart out at Albany Library.

Get your ya-yas out! Let's all have fun together dancing to songs the little ones know and love and other music that's new to them. Parents, caregivers, toddlers and preschoolers are all welcome to hit the dance floor and move their bodies at this inclusive event.

Date: Every Thursday

Time: 10:30AM – 11AM

Location: Albany Library – Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/13/2025

Visit Fremont Library for a special musical performance.

A fun, interactive music performance the whole family will enjoy! Experience the unique sound of the kalimba played by Kalimba King, Carl Winters. Space is limited. Free tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be distributed at the ticket line located outside the library 15 minutes before the program starts.

Date: Friday, June 13, 2025

Time: 1PM – 2PM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A & B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/13/2025

Join the Youth Advisory Commission (YAC) for an outdoor movie night.

Stop by for a night out featuring the movie, Disney Cars. Enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening under the stars as we race into summer! Bring your own blankets and chairs!

Date: Friday, June 13, 2025

Time: 7:30PM – 10:30PM

Location: Washington Manor Park, 14900 Zelma St., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/13/2025

The Recreation Division is hosting free outdoor movies in parks of Berkeley.

Bring blankets, sleeping bags, and/or low-back beach chairs with a maximum height of 9 inches off the ground, so the view of others is not blocked. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. Before the movie begins there will be a shoreline clean up starting at 6:30pm. Movie begins at 8:30pm.

Date: Friday, June 13, 2025

Time: 8:40PM – 11PM

Location: James Kenney Park, 1720 8th St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/13/2025

Check out the outdoor movie happening at Mt. Eden Mansion.

Moana 2 begins after dark between 8:00-8:15 pm. Bring the entire family, picnic dinner, low-back small chairs and/or blankets, flashlights (keep them low!).

Date: Friday, June 13, 2025

Time: 8PM – 10PM

Location: Mt. Eden Mansion, 2451 W. Tennyson Rd., Hayward

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/14/2025

Celebrate Juneteenth and Pride at the San Lorenzo Library.

This festival will bring together members of different communities to celebrate expression, individuality, strength, art, and togetherness. This event is for all ages, backgrounds, and abilities and will include Dance performances, Double Dutch, free snacks, DJ, crafts, giveaways and more.

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 12PM – 4PM

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/14/2025

Enjoy a drag storytime at Berkeley’s THPS Library.

Join us for Drag Storytime with Ace Palomino. Ace is a Latine drag artist that specializes in performances that emulate Prince. Photography and karaoke lead them to become a performer. Much like the Kid they’re taking on the scene with ambition and high energy. After a short hiatus to heal after breaking both their feet, Ace prepares to enter their third year as a drag performer.

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11AM

Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/14/2025

Summer’s here, celebrate with Berkeley Public Library.

Start your summer off right! Sign up for summer reading, do a craft with the Museum of Children's Art, blow bubbles with Miss Molly Bubbles, get a free It's It (while supplies last), watch a performance by Ukulenny, and more!

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 2PM – 4PM

Location: Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/14/2025

Honor African American Music Appreciation Month with Hayward Area Historical Society.

Listen to music by Black musicians and experiment with making musical instruments. In addition, if your family is looking for a Father’s Day gift, stay long enough to make a popsicle stick picture frame to give to your favorite father figure! The museum also offers a free play arts table, or a book and toy nook.

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 11AM - 2PM

Location: Hayward Area Historical Society, 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/14/2025

Enjoy summer with a craft at the Fremont Library.

Want to help decorate the Fremont Children’s Section for Summer? Join the library for a special crafting program where children will make Summer Adventure themed crafts to display in the Children's Submission Showcase in the Children's Section. The craft will only take 15-30 minutes to complete.

Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 12PM - 3PM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A&B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/15/2025

Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park.

Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park.

Date: Every Sunday

Time: 11AM - 11:30AM

Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore

Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply

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Sunday 06/15/2025

Build your child’s communication skills at Fremont Library.

“Storytime with AAC” aims to support families/caregivers of emergent communicators by demonstrating language using AAC Systems, helping children develop a love for reading and building language through shared interaction and connection. This program is conducted by graduate students in the "LISTEN with AAC" training program at Cal State East Bay.

Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11:30AM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/16/2025

Watch a movie at Dublin Library.

Join the library for a family friendly movie. Bring a blanket to get cozy on the floor to watch Wild Robot.

Date: Monday, June 16, 2025

Time: 2PM – 4PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/16/2025

Stop by North Branch and meet furry and scaley friends.

Join the fun on the North Branch lawn to meet some furry and scaly friends from Fur, Scales, and Tails! You might meet baby chicks, tarantulas, hamsters, ducks, snakes, tortoises, lizards and more!

Date: Monday, June 16, 2025

Time: 11AM – 11:30AM

Location: North Branch, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/16/2025

Stop by Livermore’s Rincon Library for pretend play.

Sing songs around a pretend campfire, then build a reading fort in the library.  Bring your own blanket.  Free event for children and their families.

Date: Monday, June 16, 2025

Time: 6PM – 7PM

Location: Rincon Library, 725 Rincon Ave., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/16/2025

Enjoy a series of movies at San Leandro Library.

Free family movie in the Main Library's Lecture Hall, with movie-theater seating! Show starts at 1:00pm, doors open at 12:55pm. Children under 10 must be supervised by a caregiver while attending events at the Library.

  • June 9: How to Train Your Dragon

  • June 16: Moana 2

  • June 23: Dog Man

  • June 30: Paddington in Peru

Date: Every Monday

Time: 1PM – 2:30PM

Location: San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/17/2025

Watch a movie at the Castro Valley Library.

Join in for a family friendly movie at the library! We'll be watching Disney's Mufasa. This movie is rated PG.

Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Time: 1PM – 2PM

Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/17/2025

Join the library for a Puzzle Party to enjoy a relaxing and fun time with some puzzle joy!

Wildmind Science presents: Wild Neighbors! "Discover our amazing animal neighbors who live throughout the hills and valleys of our state. From the elusive red fox to the remarkable peregrine falcon, these wonderful animals are some of nature’s best." This program is best suited for children ages 5+. Space is limited to the first 90 people in line the day of the performance. Free tickets will be handed out in front of the library 15 minutes prior to the program's start time. All members of your party must be in line to receive a ticket.

Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/18/2025

Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup.

Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/18/2025

Celebrate Pride at the Fremont Library.

Celebrate Pride month as a family at the Fremont Main Library! The program will include 3 fun activities including a craft, storytime and the Family Pride Parade. Families are encouraged to dress up for the program. Start times are approximate. Space is limited. Free tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be distributed at the ticket line located outside the library 15 minutes before the program starts.

Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Time: 11:15AM – 12:15PM

Location: Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/18/2025

Check out a magic show at the Castro Valley Library.

Step into a world of wonder with the award-winning magician, Michael Nguyen. Join us for an unforgettable magic show perfect for families and children of all ages. No registration required.

Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Time: 1PM – 1:45PM

Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/18/2025

Hang out with cats with Berkeley Public Library. 

Meet adoptable cats and browse information on pet care in the Community Meeting Room. These cats are in need of forever homes, but adoption is not necessary to visit. All are welcome; children, please bring a grown up. Registration is open for 20 minute appointments at the Cat Cafe. Please call 510-981-6260 to sign up! 

Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 

Time: 2PM – 4PM 

Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley 

Cost: Free 

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Wednesday 06/18/2025

Stop by Livermore’s Civic Center Library for pretend play.

Sing songs around a pretend campfire, then build a reading fort in the library.  Bring your own blanket.  Free event for children and their families.

Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Time: 6:30PM – 7:30PM

Location: Civic Center Library-Storytime Room, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/19/2025

Stop by Berkeley’s West Branch for a celebration of freedom.

Join West Branch as we celebrate freedom, family style! There'll be food, music, games, storytelling, creative activities & much more. Hella Artsy and our live DJ will keep things fun while we enjoy good company and treats.

Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025

Time: 2PM - 4PM

Location: West Branch-West Branch Meeting Room, 1125 University Ave., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/19/2025

Get groovy at Livermore’s Springtown Library.

Sing and dance at this interactive musical program for kids. Bilingual in English and Spanish!

Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025

Time: 10:30AM – 11AM

Location: Springtown Library-Patio, 998 Bluebell Dr., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/21/2025

Watch a movie at Dublin Library.

Join the library for a family friendly movie. Bring a blanket to get cozy on the floor to watch Trolls.

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 2:30PM – 4:30PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/21/2025

Celebrate Pride at the Fremont Library.

The celebration includes a live DJ, a selfie booth, Drag King Storytime, LGBTQ+ organizations, community resources and much more!

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 10AM – 2PM

Location: Fremont Library, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/21/2025

Check out a puppet show at Albany Library.

Puppet Art Theater Co. Presents: Jack and the Beanstalk! Jack has traded his cow for magic wishing beans much to his mother’s dismay. In frustration, Jack’s mom tosses the beans out the window where they grow into a huge beanstalk. Up the beanstalk goes Jack and the adventure begins! Will Jack defeat the Giant? Will he take home the golden egg laying chicken? Find out in Jack and the Beanstalk.

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 11AM – 12PM

Location: Albany Library-Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/21/2025

Check out a puppet show at Newark Library.

This special performance is presented by Puppet Art Theater. First up is a classic race. Who will be faster: Tortoise or Hare? After the race, the Grumpy Old Troll wakes up, and the Three Billy Goats need to find a way to outwit him so they can get to the green grass on the other side of the bridge. Will they make it? Join us to find out!

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 2PM – 3PM

Location: Newark Library, 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/21/2025

Stop by North Branch for a Pride Fest.

Join in for Family Pride Fest at the North Branch on Saturday, June 21 from 2pm to 4pm. There will be lawn games, music & bubbles, crafts, a Drag Storytime, and frozen treats for the whole family.

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 2PM - 4PM

Location: North Branch, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/21/2025

Celebrate summer with San Leandro Library.

San Leandro's Summer Library Program is coming to Marina Park! Grab a game board and play along, there will be activities for all ages! Roo Roo is bringing books and bubbles to the lower play structure at Marina Park.

Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

Time: 2PM – 3:30PM

Location: Marina Park, 14001 Monarch Bay Dr., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/22/2025

Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park.

Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park.

Date: Every Sunday

Time: 11AM - 11:30AM

Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore

Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply

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Monday 06/23/2025

Watch a movie at Dublin Library.

Join the library for a family friendly movie. Bring a blanket to get cozy on the floor to watch Disney’s Big Hero 6.

Date: Monday, June 23, 2025

Time: 2PM – 4PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/23/2025

Enjoy a series of movies at San Leandro Library.

Free family movie in the Main Library's Lecture Hall, with movie-theater seating! Show starts at 1:00pm, doors open at 12:55pm. Children under 10 must be supervised by a caregiver while attending events at the Library.

  • June 9: How to Train Your Dragon

  • June 16: Moana 2

  • June 23: Dog Man

  • June 30: Paddington in Peru

Date: Every Monday

Time: 1PM – 2:30PM

Location: San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/23/2025

Visit Albany Library for craft time.

Come get crafty with us at the Albany Library! This week we will be making color-changing chameleons.

Date: Monday, June 23, 2025

Time: 1PM - 2:30PM

Location: Albany Library-Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Tuesday 06/24/2025

Check out a special show at Dublin Library.

Bay Area’s Clown Prince of Fools, Unique Derique performs his 45-minute circus-inspired show, mixing classic physical comedy, juggling, balancing objects and playing his body like a drum called Hambone. Space is limited to the first 90 people in line the day of the program. All members of your party must be in line to receive a ticket. Free tickets will be handed out in front of the library 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Time: 3PM – 3:45PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/25/2025

Register for BANANAS’ Virtual Playgroup.

Come and join BANANAS virtually for movement and music, crafts, story time, virtual discovery, special guests and more! Open to all Bay Area residents, for children 0-5 years and caregivers.

Date: Every Wednesday

Time: 10:30AM – 11:15AM

Location: Virtual

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/25/2025

Learn all about the wildlife at Livermore Public Library.

Gain insight into the beautiful and fascinating types of Bay Area wildlife that live in the fields and forests nearby. Learn about wildlife science and the environment while viewing rescued wild animals.  Meet a Grey Fox, Kingsnake, Red-Tailed Hawk, and Skunk. For all ages.  Bring a blanket to sit on the lawn at Civic Center Library.

Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Time: 10:15AM – 11:15AM

Location: Civic Center Library-lawn, 1188 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/25/2025

Stop by for a fun family night at San Leandro Library.

Enjoy Dream Top's "Super You" Adventure Show, an interactive circus comedy for kids of all ages. Super You takes audiences on a vivid theatrical adventure featuring ventriloquism, magic tricks and juggling. All ages welcome at this Family Fun Night. Doors open at 6:20pm and will close if we reach posted room capacity. Arrive early for floor seating.

Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Time: 6:30PM – 7PM

Location: San Leandro Main Library-Karp Room, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Wednesday 06/25/2025

Check out a magic show at the Albany Library.

He's silly, he's funny and he'll make you go WOW! Mike Della Penna creates wonder and laughter with family magic performances that are equal parts playful and astonishing.

Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Time: 6:30PM - 7:15PM

Location: Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Thursday 06/26/2025

Dance your heart out at Albany Library.

Get your ya-yas out! Let's all have fun together dancing to songs the little ones know and love and other music that's new to them. Parents, caregivers, toddlers and preschoolers are all welcome to hit the dance floor and move their bodies at this inclusive event.

Date: Every Thursday

Time: 10:30AM – 11AM

Location: Albany Library – Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/27/2025

Enjoy a movie night with Alameda Recreation Park Dept.

This fun-filled event will start at 6:30 p.m. with pre-show festivities including games and crafts for kids. The featured movie, "Despicable Me 4" (Rated PG) will start between 8:15 pm to 8:45 pm, depending on darkness.  Snacks and food are available for purchase and proceeds support the Teen Program. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets and enjoy!

Date: Friday, June 27, 2025

Time: 6:30PM – 10PM

Location: Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, 1101 West Redline Ave., Alameda

Cost: Free

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Friday 06/27/2025

The Recreation Division is hosting free outdoor movies in parks of Berkeley.

Bring blankets, sleeping bags, and/or low-back beach chairs with a maximum height of 9 inches off the ground, so the view of others is not blocked. A flashlight or headlamp makes walking out at the end of the night easier. Before the movie begins there will be a shoreline clean up starting at 6:30pm. Movie begins at 8:30pm.

Date: Friday, June 27, 2025

Time: 8:40PM – 11PM

Location: San Pablo Park, 2800 Park St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/28/2025

Enjoy an outdoor storytime with Livermore Public Library.

Bring a blanket and sit on the grass for a special outdoor Music and Movement class. Discover new neighborhood parks throughout Livermore! Weather permitting. Storytime will be moved to the Civic Center Library if it is raining or if the air quality is unhealthy.

Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025

Time: 10:15AM - 11AM

Location: Pleasure Island Park, 280 Pearl Dr., Livermore

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/28/2025

Join San Leandro Library for a Drag Queen Lotería.

The whole family is invited to play lotería (like BINGO, but with pictures!), facilitated by an incredible trio of drag performers! Snacks, door prizes, a photobooth, and fun for the whole family!

Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025

Time: 1PM – 3PM

Location: San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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Saturday 06/28/2025

Check out a puppet show at the Fremont Library.

This puppet show is out of control! Children and families are invited to join the library for a wildly hilarious and fun puppet show. Both showtimes are the same performance. Space is limited. Free tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will be distributed at the ticket line located outside the library 15 minutes before the program starts.

Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025

Time: 1:30PM - 2:30 & 3PM - 4PM

Location: Fremont Library-Fukaya Room A&B, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

Cost: Free

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Sunday 06/29/2025

Learn all about snakes at Del Valle Regional Park.

Meet our animal ambassador Julius Squeezer, the gopher snake! Learn about the important role snakes play in the ecosystem with an up-close look at Julius in the Park.

Date: Every Sunday

Time: 11AM - 11:30AM

Location: Del Valle Regional Park-Visitor Center, 7000 Del Valle Rd., Livermore

Cost: Free, $10 parking fee may apply

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Monday 06/30/2025

Check out a movie at Dublin Library.

Sensory-friendly movies will be shown on Monday, June 30 and July 28. These movies will have the lights on, lower sound volume, and talking/walking around during the movie is allowed. Room will open 5 minutes prior to the movie start time. Room capacity is 90 persons.

Date: Monday, June 30, 2025

Time: 2PM – 3PM

Location: Dublin Library-Virginia Bennett Room, 200 Civic Plaza, Dublin

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/30/2025

Meet local bats at Berkeley’s THPS Library.

Learn about bats from Northern California, how they help our environment, and get to see live bats in action!

Date: Monday, June 30, 2025

Time: 11AM – 12PM

Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch, 1901 Russell St., Berkeley

Cost: Free

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Monday 06/30/2025

Enjoy a series of movies at San Leandro Library.

Free family movie in the Main Library's Lecture Hall, with movie-theater seating! Show starts at 1:00pm, doors open at 12:55pm. Children under 10 must be supervised by a caregiver while attending events at the Library.

  • June 9: How to Train Your Dragon

  • June 16: Moana 2

  • June 23: Dog Man

  • June 30: Paddington in Peru

Date: Every Monday

Time: 1PM – 2:30PM

Location: San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro

Cost: Free

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