Toddler Classes & Meetups
Structured classes and casual meetups for toddlers — and for parents who need a friendly face.
Updated August 24, 2026
This week: Aug 27 – Sep 3 · Next week: Sep 3–10
This week's weather · It's a dry, pleasant week ahead — perfect for loading up the stroller and heading out to a class or storytime without worrying about rain.
Finding your people with a toddler in tow is easier than you think around here. This week has a little something for every age and energy level — a great excuse to get out and explore the area.
This week
Toddler/Preschool Storytime
Pop-Up Crafternoon
Read to a dog
Music and Market : Aja Vu – Steely Dan and Chicago Tribute
Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society Train Show – Friday Night
Martinez Sesquicentennial Festival
OutdoorDiablo Valley Farmers' Market at Shadelands
OutdoorPleasent Hill Farmers' Market
Next week
Next week brings even more reasons to get out with your toddler. Start with ★ Pre-School Storytime ★ at Orinda Library on Tuesday, or let little ones stretch and breathe at Toddler Yoga at Orinda Library on Wednesday. I Heart Toddler Art returns at Pleasant Hill Library mid-week, and the Bilingual Mandarin Storytime at Ygnacio Valley Library is a wonderful option for multilingual families. Cap off the week with the irresistible Dinosaur Disco Dance Party! at Pleasant Hill Library on Friday — your toddler will talk about it all weekend.
Coming up
Music and Market : Steve Snyder's Big Band – Tribute to Concord Jazz Festival
Trivia & Line Dancing Thursdays
OutdoorDiablo Valley Farmers' Market at Shadelands
OutdoorPleasent Hill Farmers' Market
OutdoorSan Ramon Farmers' Market
OutdoorDanville Farmers' Market
Martinez Library Storytime
Friends of the Lafayette Library & Learning Center's Half-Price Book Sale
Tips
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Are these events really free?
Most library storytimes, crafts, and music programs are completely free — no registration needed. Just show up a few minutes early to snag a good spot.
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What's the best option for my youngest (under 18 months)?
Look for Lapsit Storytime at Clayton Library — it's designed specifically for babies and very young toddlers with a caregiver.
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My toddler loves music. What's a good pick?
In Harmony Music at Pleasant Hill Library and the Children's Jazz Program at Walnut Creek Library are both great bets this week.
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Can I bring a stroller inside the library?
Generally yes — most Contra Costa County libraries are stroller-friendly. Call ahead if you're unsure about a specific branch.
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