| Tuesday 08/25/2026 |
Virtual - Nurturing Parenting
Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. |
| Thursday 08/27/2026 |
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. |
| Saturday 08/29/2026 |
Berkeley - Free Fatherhood Initiative Support Group
The City of Berkeley is hosting a free Fatherhood Initiative Support Group. Connect with other fathers and father figures while exploring parenting, healthy relationships, and stress management topics. Children are welcome to attend with their parent or caregiver, and refreshments and giveaways are provided. Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Time: 10:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Free Location: West Berkeley Family Wellness Center, 1900 Sixth St., Berkeley Link: Click here to register. |
| Tuesday 09/01/2026 |
Virtual - Nurturing Parenting
Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. |
| Tuesday 09/08/2026 |
Virtual - Nurturing Parenting
Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. |
| Thursday 09/10/2026 |
Virtual - Building Language While Making a Snack workshop
This workshop is presented by BANANAS. Learn ways to foster your child’s speech and sign language during snack time with a pediatric speech therapist. Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
| Tuesday 09/15/2026 |
Virtual - Nurturing Parenting
Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. |
| Tuesday 09/15/2026 |
Oakland - Breast Friends West Support Group
Breast Friends West hosts monthly support groups for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. The fun, non-judgmental, safe space for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers allows discussion of parenting, birth, and breastfeeding. Group facilitators will share tips on a variety of topics and relationship dynamics. Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Time: 11AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: DeFremery Park, 1651 Adeline St., Oakland Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 09/16/2026 |
San Leandro - Breast Friend Mommy Group
Get breastfeeding support from Breast Friends Mommy Group. Breast Friends Mommy Group is a safe space for breastfeeding, questions, connection, and community. Moms, dads, and babies are welcome to join. Dinner and child care provided. Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Time: 6PM - 7PM Cost: Free Location: Creekside Plaza, 1100 San Leandro Blvd., San Leandro Link: Click here to register. |
| Wednesday 09/16/2026 |
Virtual - Postpartum Yoga with Babies Workshop
This workshop is presented by BANANAS. This workshop supports new parents post-birth. The community centered class is for self-care, core strengthening, and easing tension with baby nearby. Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom |
| Monday 09/21/2026 |
Berkeley – S.T.E.P. Motherhood Circle
Healthy Black Families, Inc. is hosting a monthly motherhood circle. Connect with other mothers, caregivers, and community supporters while gaining practical resources on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. Dinner and free childcare are provided, along with two guest presentations. Date: Monday, September 21, 2026 Time: 5PM Cost: Free Location: Healthy Black Families, Inc., 2927 Adeline St., Berkeley Link: Click here to register. |
| Tuesday 09/22/2026 |
Virtual - Nurturing Parenting
Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. Date: Every Tuesday Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. Location: Online (Zoom) Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. |
| Thursday 09/24/2026 |
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. |
| Thursday 09/24/2026 |
Virtual - Building Speech & Language Skills During Play Workshop
This workshop is presented by BANANAS. Discover the research behind play and learn how to model language and use sign language with a pediatric speech therapist. Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Time: 10AM - 12PM Cost: Free Location: Zoom Link: Click here to register. |
