Structured classes and casual meetups for toddlers — and for parents who need a friendly face.
Updated July 13, 2026
This week's weather · It's a dry week all around — perfect for loading up the stroller and making it to a morning storytime without worrying about rain.
Summer is a great time to get your toddler out of the house and into a room full of other little ones. Contra Costa libraries and local programs make it easy — and free — to find your people.
Featured this week
Toddler Storytime & Play
Toddler storytime plus free play after — a perfect combo for wiggly kids and parents who want to linger and chat.
I Heart Toddler Art
Toddler art at Pleasant Hill Library — messy, joyful, and a great way for little ones to bond over paint and glue.
Keith Miles Music & Smiles
Keith Miles brings live music and big smiles — toddlers go wild for it, and parents leave humming too.
Lapsit Storytime
Clayton's Lapsit Storytime is cozy and calm — ideal for the youngest toddlers and the parents who need a gentle outing.
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Orinda's Pre-School Storytime is a neighborhood staple — a friendly crowd and a welcoming librarian make first-timers feel right at home.
This week
Drop-In Tech Help (Concord)
Family Storytime
Stuffed Animal Sleepaway Camp
The Library Wellness Team
Mini Makers at the Orinda Library
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Peek-A-Book Storytime
Tech Help: Lafayette Library
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Legos & Listening
Keith Miles Music & Smiles
Toddler Storytime
Preschool Storytime & Play
Sing Me a Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Storytime
I Heart Toddler Art
Family Story Hour
Bay Area Wildlife
Wonderful Wednesdays: Slim Chance Circus Variety Show
Summer Reading Art with Mr. Abe!
Games Galore
Computer Docent Help at Martinez Library
Toddler Storytime & Play
Family Storytime
Storytime Junction
Storytime at Concord Library
Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Storytime
Toddler/Preschool Storytime
Hang out and Draw
Computer Help (Moraga Library)
Music and Market : Zepparella – All-Female Zeppelin Tribute
OutdoorDiablo Valley Farmers' Market at Shadelands
OutdoorPleasent Hill Farmers' Market
OutdoorSan Ramon Farmers' Market
OutdoorDanville Farmers' Market
Martinez Library Storytime
Makers Market Outdoor Market
Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society Train Show
Computer Help (Moraga Library)
Cool Summer Jazz
Lego Builders Club
OutdoorWalnut Creek Downtown Farmers Market
OutdoorMartinez Farmers' Market
OutdoorOrinda Farmers' Market
Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society Train Show
Pop Rocks
Take-and-Make Summer Reading Craft
Lindsay Naturalist Full-Day Camp (Ages 6 – 9) 2026 — Session 3
Lindsay Naturalist Full-Day Camp (Ages 8 – 12) 2026 — Session 3
The Library Wellness Team
Farmer Arann's Fun Farm Songs
Drop-In Tech Help (Concord)
Coming up
Family Storytime
The Library Wellness Team
Mini Makers at the Orinda Library
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Peek-A-Book Storytime
Tech Help: Lafayette Library
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Bubble Show
Stuffie Sleepaway Camp
Mike's Summer Reading Magic Show!
Toddler Storytime
Preschool Storytime & Play
Tips
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Are these events really free?
Most library storytimes and drop-in programs are completely free. No registration needed — just show up a few minutes early to snag a good spot on the rug.
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What age is 'toddler' for these programs?
Most toddler storytimes welcome ages 1–3, while preschool programs stretch to 5. Lapsit storytimes are best for babies and very young toddlers with a caregiver.
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Which day has the most options?
Thursdays are packed — multiple libraries run simultaneous storytimes, so you can almost always find one close to home.
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Can I just drop in, or do I need to register?
Most library drop-ins need no registration. Check the library's website if you're unsure — a few special programs do fill up fast.
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