Drop-in storytimes are a parent's best friend. Free entertainment; a motivation to get out of the house; and exposure to books and stories you might not otherwise know about.
Here's a round-up of upcoming free storytimes in the East Bay.
Sunday, April 1, 2018
Mariela's Bilingual Storytime
Location: La Peña Cultural Center – 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley
¡Felíz Sábado! Mariela is back on Sundays for bilingual family storytime.
Time: 9:30 am
Cost: $15/family
Storytime and Crafts with Megan Lamb
Location: Kaleidoscope Coffee – 109 Park Place Richmond
Every month is something fun and different! Megan Lamb engages individual imaginations with arts, crafts and stories. Enjoy some quality time with your kiddo. Savor a rich cup of coffee or a refreshing mimosa while your youngster makes something cool! Ideal for anyone aged 4-10.
Time: 10:00 am - 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Once Upon Your Mind: Interactive Storytelling
Location: All Out Comedy Theater – 2525 Telegraph Ave. Oakland
Help create a story that comes alive at Once Upon Your Mind! Spend your Sunday with family friendly, interactive and improvised storytelling. Using a storybook as a starting point, audience members of all ages are encouraged to participate in creating an original performance. The actors may even ask you to…
Time: 11:00 am
Cost: $10 Adults & $6 Kids
Monday, April 2, 2018
Baby Tickle Time! @ THPS
Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Berkeley Public Library – 1901 Russell St Berkeley
Join us for lapjogs, songs, books and music just for babies! This program is followed by an open playtime with toys and manipulatives.
Time: 11:00 am
Cost: Free
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
Free Storytime with Muriel
Location: Bayfair Center – 15555 East 14th Street San Leandro
Join Muriel for Bayfair's weekly Story Time! This interactive hour of fun includes singing, educational activities, stories and a craft! All children 12 and under with parent/guardian are invited! Located by the circle at Entry 1 (near Macy's, Ulta & DSW). It's fun. It's free. It's the place to be!
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Play Cafe at Melrose Library!
Location: Melrose Branch Library – 4805 Foothill Blvd Oakland
Playgroup for toddlers ages 1 to 3 years Join us for: - stories and songs - play with toys - delicious snack for children and caregivers Free! No registration, drop-ins welcome!
Time: 10:15 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: Free
Toddler Storytime @ Piedmont Ave Branch
Location: Oakland Public Library – Piedmont Branch – 80 Echo Avenue Oakland
Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years old.
Time: 10:15 am
Cost: FREE
Thursday, April 5, 2018
Baby Bounce
Location: Montclair Branch Library – 1687 Mountain Boulevard Oakland
Play, sing, and rhyme one on one with your baby from birth to 18 months, followed by Playtime! Make new friends and play with toys.
Time: 11:30 am - 11:50 am
Cost: Free
Friday, April 6, 2018
Action Storytime for Walkers! @ THPS
Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Berkeley Public Library – 1901 Russell St Berkeley
Join us for marching, jumping, clapping and more!
Time: 10:30 am
Cost: Free
Saturday, April 7, 2018
Saturday Storytime
Location: Books, Inc. Berkeley – 1491 Shattuck Ave Berkeley
Join Books Inc. Berkeley for Saturday Storytime! (Ages 3-6) This is an ongoing event, please check date/time prior to attending.
Time: 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Cost: Free
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