Artful Afternoon

Thu · Nov 12·10:30 AM · 11 AM·Castro Valley Library, Chabot Canyon, Castro Valley

Storytime with stories, songs, fingerplays and movement for toddlers ages 1‑2 and caregivers, followed by stay‑and‑play, free tickets at the Children’s Desk, for ages 3 and under.

Thu · Nov 12·11:30 AM – 12 PM·Castro Valley Library, Chabot Canyon, Castro Valley

After toddler storytime, toys are shared for play while caregivers connect, at Castro Valley Library, Chabot Canyon, for ages 3 and under.

Thu · Nov 12·4 PM·Bay Farm Island Library · Alameda

Canvas bag decorating at Bay Farm Island Library, with all materials provided and limited spaces requiring monthly sign‑up, for ages 3–12.

Thu · Nov 12·9:30 AM·Event Location, 1241 Manor Blvd, San Leandro

Stories, songs, rhymes, and lap bounces for pre‑walkers and caregivers at the Manor Branch, ages 2 months–12 months.

Tue · Nov 10·6 PM – 7 PM·Castro Valley Library, Chabot Canyon, Castro Valley

Interactive dinosaur puppet and magic show with archaeology-themed props reveals hidden stories at Castro Valley Library, Chabot Canyon, for all ages.

Sat · Nov 14·3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Castro Valley Library, Chabot/Canyon room , Castro Valley

Paint, design, and decorate a Christmas canvas with festive greenery, colorful berries, and holiday lettering, using provided materials, at Castro Valley Library’s Chabot/Canyon room, for ages 3–12.

Fri · Oct 23·10:15 AM – 11 AM·Fremont Library, Storytime Theater on 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, Fremont

Stories, songs, and lap bounces on the floor for non‑walking babies, followed by age‑appropriate toys and play, at Fremont Library’s Storytime Theater, free, for ages 0–12 months.

Fri · Oct 23·1:30 PM – 2 PM·Fremont Library, Fremont

Ms. Vita leads musical storytime with singing, dancing, and music‑based storytelling at Fremont Library, tickets required, for ages 2–5.