Kids in grades 3-8: Let’s learn about astronomy! We’ll look at handmade models of the solar system, make balloon rockets, and explore moon phases with cookies. Registration required. The Stepping Into STEM program is an initiative led by high school students aimed at educating our next generation of students about unique fields of science.
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Read to a certified therapy dog at Lafayette Library’s Children’s Area, 15‑minute sessions for kids 6–12, bring or borrow a book, registration required.
Weekly Tai Chi class in the Lafayette Library Homework Center, led by 40‑year veteran instructor Robert Noha, offers free beginner instruction for adults.
Bilingual music and movement class at La Peña Cultural Center with singing, dancing, and instrument play for children and caregivers, for ages 6 and under.
Books, rhymes, music and more fill Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch for ages 5 and under.
Ms. Jennifer leads storytime with reading, songs, fingerplays and movement at the Lafayette Library Children’s Area, ages 5 and under.
Storytime with Ms. Anastasia offers reading, singing, and interactive play at Lafayette Library Homework Center, ages 3 and under.
Weekly LEGO building sessions in the Central Library Children’s Room, bricks provided for imaginative creations, ages 5–10.
Contra Costa County Health Services and Library System provide mental health support and community resource education at Pittsburg Library for all ages.
Tabletop roleplaying games with swords, sorcery, and snacks in Albany Library’s Edith Stone Room, featuring Dungeons & Dragons and other games, pre‑made characters provided, ages 13–18.
English conversation practice with adult ESL learners in an informal, friendly setting at Dougherty Station Library; no registration required, all abilities welcome, accommodations available on request, ages 18+.
Storytime at El Cerrito Library features songs, finger play, movement activities, and books for children 0‑5 with a caregiver.
Volunteer docents at Pleasant Hill Library provide on‑spot help with email, document creation, printing, web searches and Libby eBooks for ages 18 and up.
