Preschoolers
Favorite Activities for Preschoolers in the East Bay
Upcoming Events for Preschoolers in the East Bay
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime @ Alameda Veterans Memorial Building10:30 am – 11:00 am: Storytime on the Lawn @ North Branch | Berkeley Public Library
11:00 am – 11:30 am: Little Listeners Storytime @ San Lorenzo Library
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm: Malinky Music @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Kids Craft Hour @ Albany Library
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Downtown San Leandro Farmers' Market @ Downtown San Leandro
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor Center
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