Rainbow Rec Playgroup: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 am – 12 pm (Free)
5800 International Blvd between 58th Ave and Seminary Ave

Sandboxes to Community Empowerment parent child playgroup administered by Oakland Parks and Recreation and Lotus Bloom. Schedule includes free play, art, a light snack, circle and puzzle time, and one semester of Little Science classes with the Lawrence Hall of Science. Open to parents and caregivers with children 0-5 years. Drop-ins welcomed.

Garfield Elementary Playgroup: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:45 am – 11 am (Free)
1640 22nd Ave at Foothill Blvd

A parent-child playgroup for children 0-5 years old at Garfield Elementary School at 1640 22nd Ave. Schedule includes free play, art, a light snack, circle and puzzle time, and one semester Little Science classes with the Lawrence Hall of Science. Open to parents and caregivers with children 0-5 years. Drop-ins welcomed.

Developmental Playgroup: Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm (Free)
East Oakland Youth Development Center, 8200 International Blvd at 82nd Ave

A parent-child program offered by Children's Hospital and Lotus Bloom that provides playtime, parent support, assessments and screening for children 0-5 years old. Program targets children with developmental delays or concerns, and families in living in stressed communities in Oakland. Schedule includes free play, art, a light snack, circle and puzzle time, and a weekly parent support group. Enrolled program for families with children with developmental concerns.

Contact Marie Chavez at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (510) 428-8415 for more information.