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Story times in Oakland, CA this week

Browse library story times, baby lapsits, toddler and preschool storytime, and bilingual stories in Oakland, CA.

We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to pick the 18 best story times in Oakland, CA between September 29 and October 5. Updated daily.

Our best picks: story times in Oakland, CA — September 29 – October 5

TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER

10:15 AM – 11:45 AM·Melrose Branch, Oakland

You are invited to a Storytime with rhymes, books, and songs! It will be followed by free playtime with toys and access to our outdoor gardens and play area. All kids welcome, but program is especially for those 18 months to 4 years old. Snacks provided, tea and coffee for parents. Get accessibility information .

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM·Piedmont Avenue Branch, Oakland

Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years . Every Tuesday morning at 10:15am. Stay and play after Storytime with fun age-appropriate toys through 11:15am. If conditions allow, Storytime will be held outside the library building. We ask that patrons refrain from wearing scented products.…

10:15 AM – 11:15 AM·Golden Gate Branch, Oakland

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Please note the duration of Baby Bounce storytime is approximately 15-20 minutes with playtime directly after. Get accessibility information .

11 AM – 12 PM·West Oakland Branch, Oakland

Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch. All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation. Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.

11 AM – 12 PM·Elmhurst Branch, Oakland

Join us for stories, songs, and play! Storytime at 11 am followed by free play in our community garden with our library chickens! For ages 0-5 but all ages are welcome! Snacks provided for kids & caregivers. Get accessibility information .

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM·Montclair Branch, Children’s Room ADA Accessible, Oakland

Come to Montclair Baby Bounce Every Tuesday morning. We will sing, dance, and read books all designed for participants 0 to 1 years old, followed by playtime with your baby and other caregivers.

7 PM – 7:30 PM·Dimond Branch, In the children's section of the library., Oakland

Our pajama family storytimes are great for the whole family. Stories, songs, and rhymes for all ages. Have children of different ages? Bring them all! These stories and activities are for everyone. Get accessibility information .

WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM·Dimond Branch, Dimond Park's Toddler Lot, Oakland

Toddler storytime session outdoors @ Dimond Park's Toddler Lot (weather permitting). Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Wednesday at 10:15 am. If it is raining or very muddy, toddler storytime will be held in the Dimond Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room. Limit 65 people. En el…

10:30 AM – 12 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Join us at 10:30 am for storytime with songs, movement and stories! We will also host a 1 hour free play time after storytime at 11:00am . This program is especially for those 18 months to 4 years old. ____________________________ Acompáñenos a las 10:30 am para la hora de cuento s con canciones, movimientos e historia…

10:30 AM · 11:45 AM·Main Children's Room, Oakland

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This program is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months, or pre-walkers who will comfortably sit in your lap. Afterward we will have play time for approximately 30 minutes. Get accessibility information .

THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM·Dimond Branch, Dimond Branch Meeting Room - Limit 65 people., Oakland

Bring your babies to the library for songs, socializing, and playtime! Best for parents and caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Every Thursday at 10:15 am. Storytime is 15 minutes with 45 minutes of stay and play afterwards. See you there! This storytime will take place indoors. Limit 65 people. Get accessi…

10:15 AM · 10:30 AM·Montclair Branch, Children’s Room ADA Accessible, Oakland

Join us for an interactive morning of songs, rhymes, stories, and socializing designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years! After storytime, stay and play with age-appropriate toys. Siblings are welcome. Get accessibility information .

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Temescal Branch, Oakland

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call t…

FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER

10:30 AM · 3 PM·Children's Fairyland · Oakland

Playing at the Emerald City stage Showtimes: 10:30 a.m.

SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Rockridge Branch, Oakland

Family Story Time at Rockridge Branch Library, every Thursday at 10:30am Children of all ages are welcome; content geared toward ages 1 to 5 years. Stories, songs, and fun - bring your siblings, friends, and visiting relatives! We usually meet indoors in the Upstairs Meeting Room. Occasionally we meet downstairs in the…

11 AM – 12 PM·Piedmont Avenue Branch, Outside, Oakland

Join us for an English-Spanish bilingual storytime featuring stories, songs, and movement for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers. After storytime, stay and play with age-appropriate toys until 12:00 PM. ¡Acompáñenos a disfrutar de nuestra hora de cuentos bilingüe! Los esperamos con cuentos, cancion…

MONDAY
5
OCTOBER

10:30 AM – 11 AM·Main Children's Room, Oakland

Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Monday morning at 10:30am. Stay and play after Storytime with fun age-appropriate toys. Get accessibility information .

11:45 AM – 1 PM·Lakeview Branch, Oakland

Bring your babies to the library for songs, socializing, and playtime! This event is suited for little ones who are 0 to 18 months. Storytime will start at 11:45am and there will be playtime after until 1pm. This library does not have a bathroom. Bathroom facilities can be found outside the library, adjacent to the nea…

Questions

Are library story times free?

Almost always. Of the story times we list that state a price, more than 99% are free. Some ask you to register or cap the room, so check the event's page before you go.

What ages are story times for?

Baby or lapsit story times are for newborns to about 18 months, toddler story times for roughly 1 to 3, and preschool story times for 3 to 5. Family story times welcome all ages together.

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