
Structured classes and casual meetups for toddlers — and for parents who need a friendly face.
Updated October 5, 2026
This week: Oct 5–12 · Next week: Oct 12–19
This week's weather · It's a dry, pleasant week across the area — perfect for walking to a library program or lingering a little longer at an outdoor farmers' market afterward.
Whether you're new to the area or just looking to get your toddler around other kids, there's always something low-key and welcoming happening nearby. It's a great week to get out and explore with your little one.
This week is packed with sweet options for toddlers and their grown-ups. On Wednesday, Toddler Yoga at Orinda Library is a gentle, fun way to get wiggles out, while I Heart Toddler Art at Pleasant Hill Library lets little hands get creative — both are great for meeting other parents. If your family loves animals, Wild Wednesday Preschool: Wild World — Africa at Lindsay Wildlife Experience on Wednesday is a wonderful hands-on adventure, and Mandarin Bilingual Storytime at Concord Library that same day is a warm, welcoming spot for multilingual families. Come Thursday, Toddler Storytime & Play at Walnut Creek Library is a reliable favorite, and Sing Me a Storytime at Lafayette Library on Wednesday is perfect for music-loving toddlers.
Toddler Yoga
I Heart Toddler Art
Wild Wednesday Preschool: Wild World — Africa
Mandarin Bilingual Storytime
Toddler Storytime & Play
Sing Me a Storytime
Next week brings more great reasons to get out with your toddler. Tiny Tuesday: Nocturnal Nature at Lindsay Wildlife Experience on Tuesday, October 13 is a fun, animal-focused program little ones will talk about all week, and I Heart Toddler Art returns at Pleasant Hill Library on Wednesday for another round of messy, joyful creating. Toddler Storytime & Play is back at Walnut Creek Library on Thursday, and Sing Me a Storytime at Lafayette Library on Wednesday is always a hit with the music-and-movement crowd. Rounding out the week, Toddler Storytime at Orinda Library on Wednesday is a cozy, low-key option for families looking for something close to home.
Tiny Tuesday: Nocturnal Nature
I Heart Toddler Art
Toddler Storytime & Play
Sing Me a Storytime
Toddler Storytime
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The Library Wellness Team
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Halloween Costume Booo-tique
Baybayin (Filipino Calligraphy) Workshop
Eskrima (Filipino Martial Arts) Workshop
All-Ages Storytime
Wild Wednesday Preschool: Wild World — Australia
Do I need to register in advance for library storytimes?
Most library storytimes are drop-in — just show up! A few special programs require registration, so check the library's event page to be sure.
What's a good option if my toddler has a lot of energy?
Toddler Yoga at Orinda Library and Wild Wednesday Preschool at Lindsay Wildlife Experience are great picks for active little ones who need to move.
Are there options for bilingual families?
Yes! Look for Mandarin Bilingual Storytime at Concord Library and Hindi Storytime at San Ramon Library — both are welcoming to families learning in two languages.
What if my toddler isn't into sitting still for stories?
Try I Heart Toddler Art at Pleasant Hill Library or Toddler Storytime & Play at Walnut Creek Library — both mix movement and creativity with the social time.
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