Build It!

Wed · Sep 30·2 PM – 3 PM·Albany, Albany

Come see what you can build! We have LEGO and other building materials. No registration necessary, just drop in. Children under 8 must be with an adult. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-recorded, or audio-recorded. We w…

Wed · Sep 16·12:30 PM – 1 PM·Albany, Albany

Join East Bay children's musician Stephanie Pepitone for some singing, dancing and hands-on play with real instruments! There will be a mix of original children's music, multilingual nursery rhymes and family-friendly rock 'n roll favorites. Space is limited. Late attendees might not be admitted. Library staff may take…

Wed · Sep 16·City of Albany

Street sweeping on the odd side every 3rd Wednesday. No parking—even if canceled due to weather.

Wed · Sep 16·3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Albany, Edith Stone Room, Albany

Make a difference in your community by joining the Teen Advisory Group! TAG members advise the library on the best way to connect with and serve teen library members. For example, they may select new teen books, build displays, suggest new programs and services, or even design and run their own programs. This counts as…

Thu · Sep 17·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Albany, Edith Stone Room, Albany

Join us for songs, stories, and movement activities! Parents and caregivers, please come prepared to participate along with your child. No registration required, but space is limited. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photographed, video-re…

Tue · Sep 15·12 PM – 12:30 PM·Albany, Albany

This interactive lapsit storytime is designed for babies up to 18 months and their adult caregivers. Hear stories, sing songs, and do lap bounces for 15-20 minutes, then stay after to play with toys and meet new friends. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do…

Wed · Sep 16·2 PM – 3:30 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a relaxing and fun-filled activity! After our exciting MOCHA program on the first Wednesday of the month, kids can look forward to a new craft every week with Crafternoon for Kids ! Each week, children can explore their creativity with a different craft—whether they’re painting, cu…

Thu · Sep 3·10 AM – 12 PM·Newark, The Learning Lab, Second Floor, Newark

Do you want to improve your English reading, writing, and conversation skills? This is the book club for you! We will be reading And Everything Nice by Kim Moritsuga and The Possibility of Lions by Marta Maretich Copies of the book will be provided. This book club is recommended for adults learning English who are at a…

Thu · Sep 3·11 AM – 12 PM·Dublin, Dublin

Love crafting with your preschooler? Join Miss Alma for a monthly craft just for preschoolers and an adult helper. There will be a new craft each class, and kids get to take their artwork home. All supplies will be provided and space is limited to 20 preschoolers. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordi…

Thu · Sep 3·11 AM – 12 PM·Newark, Sycamore Room, 2nd floor, Newark

The non-profit organization RCOZ is hosting a support group for South Asian women to talk, connect, and feel less alone. Whether you’re dealing with stress, family pressure, feeling overwhelmed, or just need someone to talk to—you’re welcome here. You don’t need a diagnosis or any experience with therapy. Just come as…