Tweens
Resources for Families with Tweens or Teens
Upcoming Events Good for East Bay Tweens
Monday, February 23, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Pop-N-Play @ Ruby’s Tumbling 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Family Recreation Swim @ Richmond Swim Center 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: LEGO Club @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm: African Drumming with Mister Boom Boom @ Manor Branch | San Leandro Public Library 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: Build it! @ Albany Library 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Author Visit @ Main | Alameda Free Library 5:15 pm – 5:45 pm: Family Storytime @ San Pablo Public LibraryTuesday, February 24, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA at the Library @ Lakeview Branch | Oakland Public Library 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Black Children's Book Week Storytime @ Hercules LibraryRecent Posts about Tween Stuff
Celebrating Women’s History Month in the East Bay
Looking for a way to celebrate Women's History Month with your family? Check out this handy list!
The Black Joy Parade Returns to Oakland on Feb 22
The Black Joy Parade in Oakland, the largest free, family-friendly event of its kind in California, celebrates the Black experience and the culture.
Youth Soccer in the East Bay: A Parent’s Guide
Where, how, and when to sign kids up for soccer programs that match their developmental level.
Reserve Your Tee Time: SubPar Mini Golf in Alameda
Beyond the charming indoor putt-putt, kids will go wild for the video games & laser obstacles Luckily, there’s also a full bar with adult beverages.
CIT Programs: Berkeley & Oakland Summer Campers
For kids who are outgrowing day camp, here are some next steps to explore youth leadership and fun together.
Black History Month for Kids and Families in the Bay Area
Celebrate with storytimes, dance performances, and a parade! We'll be adding new kid-friendly Black History Month activities all month.
East Bay Summer Camp Guide
Oakland Summer Camps + Berkeley Summer Camps with day camps in STEM, sports, cooking, arts, music, and more!
{510} Family Faves with Berkeley Minimalist Mom Shira Gill
Four tips for East Bay parents from a local parent who values experiences over things.
Kid-Friendly OMCA: Oakland Museum of California
Children under 12 are free. Kid-friendly exhibits and beautiful gardens make the Oakland Museum of California a win for families.
Urban Air Adventure Park Massive Indoor Play Space
It has everything: obstacle courses, trampolines, a 35-foot vertical playground, ceiling zip line, ropes course, climbing wall, and laser tag
