Mondays, June 10 – August, 29
Beginners Bharatanatyam for Kids
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm
Have you been enchanted by the Indian classical dance, Bharatanatyam, and wanted to try it? Here is your chance! Join us to learn some basic dance steps, hand gestures and sitting postures that introduce you to this dance form. This is a series of 12 weekly classes, held every Monday.
Recommended for kids, ages 8-12. No prior experience required. Registration required. Your single registration will register you for the entire series. Please enter your child’s name, not the parent’s.
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Mondays and Thursdays
Food Garden Volunteer
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learning from experienced gardeners.
LEAF CR Stone Garden
55 Mowry Ave., Fremont
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Volunteer agreement form is required.
Tuesdays
East Bay Games Meet
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
German/Euro style board games and card games.
Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave., Newark
(510) 936-2523
meetup.com/east-bay-games
Tuesdays
East Indian Seniors R
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Anyone who is retired and of Indian origin or interested in Indian culture is welcome to join us.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Second and Fourth Tuesdays of the month
Tuesdays
LEGO® Time
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Use your imagination and engineering skills to create your own LEGO® designs.
Centerville library
3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont
(510) 795-2629
Drop-in. For everyone.
Tuesdays
Music and Storytime
11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for stories, music, and movement.
Cherryland Community Center
278 Hampton Road, Hayward
(510) 626-8522
For babies, toddlers, kids, and preschoolers.
Tuesdays
Comfort & Joy Ukulele R
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
A group of ukulele players with volunteer leaders to practice familiar songs as well as learning new.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Wednesdays
Folk Dancing Social R
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Join together in the wonderful spirit of dancing and savor the beautiful music from all over the world.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Wednesdays
Book Club AWC R
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The book club meets for stimulating discussions.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month
Thursdays
International Folk Dancing R$
11:15 am – 1:00 pm
Celebrate the cultural roots and traditional life of various countries.
Age Well Center at South Fremont
47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont
(510) 742-7529
In English and Chinese.
Thursdays
Bocce Ball Class R
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learn how to play Bocce Ball.
Age Well Center at South Fremont
47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont
(510) 742-7529
Rain will cancel class.
Thursdays
Chinese Calligraphy Social R
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bring your own supplies and socialize and have fun while doing calligraphy.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
There is no teaching on site.
Thursdays
Historic Days
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ride a narrow-gauge train, tour the beautifully restored Patterson House Museum. Every historic day ends with an animal feeding at 3 pm. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Disabled accessible. Ardenwood admission fee applies.
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
(510) 544-2797
Thursdays
Chinese Music Ensemble R
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Open to all who are interested in performing traditional Chinese music.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Thursdays
Family Board Game Night
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Play together with family and friends, or make some new friends at the library.
Centerville library
3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont
(510) 795-2629
Board games will be provided.
Thursdays
The Peaceful Poets
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join a Milpitas-based group of writers and appreciators of poetry.
Milpitas Public Library
160 N Main St., Milpitas
(408) 262-1171
For teens, adults, and seniors.
Last Thursdays of the month
Thursday, June 13 – August 3
54th Annual Textile Exhibition
Thursday, Jun 13 – Saturday, Aug 3
Thurs – Sun; 12 noon – 5 p.m.
Artwork will showcase a variety of textile techniques including quilting, macrame, wearables, sculpture, hand-dyed/painted fabrics, and much more.
Olive Hyde
123 Washington Blvd., Fremont
(510) 791-4357
Thursdays and Saturdays
Story Time
10:30 am – 11:00 am
Picture book story time
Banter Bookshop
3768 Capitol Ave. Ste. F, Fremont
(510) 565-1004
bit.ly/3VFpbc
Fridays and Saturdays
Free Telescope Viewings
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Join Chabot astronomers on the Observatory Deck for a free telescope viewing!
Chabot Space and Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland
(510) 336-7300
chabotspace.org/calendar
Weather permitting.
Saturdays
Laugh Track City R$
8:00 pm
Series of improvised games and scenes
Made Up Theatre
4000 Bay St. suite B., Fremont
(510) 573-3633
madeuptheatre.com
Saturdays
Free Beginner Pickleball Lesson
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free pickleball lesson taught by a USPA professional.
Hall Memorial Park
304 La Honda Dr, Milpitas
(408) 586-3210
Drop-in. Weather permitting.
Saturdays
Teen Cohort for Outdoor Education R$
10 am – 4 pm
Meet new friends, build outdoor skills, and get to know your community as we participate in activities, such as Hayward Shoreline Hike and Clean-Up, Quarry Lakes Excursion; Coyote Hills Excursion; Fishing; rock climbing on our 28-foot rock wall, hiking; and a Sulphur Creek Guided Tour.
Ashland Community Center
1530 167th Avenue, San Leandro
Noel Munivez: (510) 317-2303
Sundays
Farmyard Games
1:00 pm
Join us for some old-fashioned fun! Try your hand at classic American pastimes including stilts, sack races, and the potato-spoon race. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies.
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
(510) 544-2797
Sundays
Practice Your English: Group Conversation for Adults
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Improve your conversation skills by chatting with other people about everyday topics in a friendly, welcoming group
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley
Sundays
Weekly meditation Session R
8:30 am – 9:30 am
Explore the effortless way to ultimate bliss.
India Community Center
525 Los Coches St., Milpitas
(408) 934-1130
samarpanmeditationusa.org
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Sundays – Saturdays
Recreational Swim $
12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Attractions may vary.
Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center
6800 Mowry Ave., Newark
(510) 578-4620
bit.ly/3nxo0is
Sundays
Larry “O” Teen Workshop
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Used bikes, bike parts for sale and bike repair.
Larry Orozco Teen Workshop
33623 Mission Blvd., Union City
(510) 675-5487
www.unioncity.org/723/Larry-O-Teen-Workshop
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Donation accepted.
Second and fourth Sundays of the month
Upcoming Events
Friday, June 21
54th Textile Exhibition Opening Reception
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Artwork will showcase a variety of textile techniques including quilting, macrame, wearables, sculpture, hand-dyed/painted fabrics, and much more.
Olive Hyde
123 Washington Blvd., Fremont
(510) 791-4357
Saturday, June 22 – Sunday, June 23
South Asian Mental Health Conference $R
Saturday – In Person
Sunday – Virtual
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sessions on breaking stereotypes around mental health in South Asian Culture.
Cal State East Bay Hayward
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward
Register on Eventbrite
Tickets: $55 – $150
Saturday, June 22
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Spaghetti Feed
All you can eat food and drink
Beer and Wine extra
Prizes, Silent Auction, Kid Zone
4:00 pm – 7:30 pm
38801 Blacow Road, Fremont
510-793-6285
Saturday, June 22
Rhythm Builders
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Join The Rhythm Builders on an interactive journey through rhythm, song, and movement! They will be hosting a fun and interactive performance for children and their caregivers. Children will enjoy songs, movements, and playing instruments.
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Sunday, June 23
Tchaikovsky Gold
3:00 pm
For this concert we’re presenting two of his most famous pieces alongside International Van Cliburn Piano Competition gold medalist, Jon Nakamatsu. Heralded as the “pianist’s pianist,” Jon’s touch on the keyboard is sophisticated and masterful, and he’ll perform the most famous piano concerto ever written. Jung-Ho and the Bay Philharmonic will share their passion for Tchaikovsky’s ultra dramatic 4th Symphony, his musical biography of a hero overcoming fate to triumph with hope and victory.
Chabot College Performing Arts Center
25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward
Monday, June 24
Washington Hospital Trauma Center Ribbon Cutting
5:30 pm
Morris Hyman Critical Care
Pavilion Lobby
Washington Hospital
2000 Mowry Ave., Fremont
Tuesday, June 25
Bollywood Dance for Kids
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join us to groove to Bollywood music, learning the fusion of dance steps that is Bollywood Dance. This dance form incorporates different dance styles including bhangra dance, hip-hop, Arabic and jazz dance. Recommended for kids, ages 8-12. No prior experience required.
No registration required. Limited seats available. Tickets will be handed out at the Children’s Service Desk, 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Wednesday, June 26
Fremont’s 2024 State of the City Address
1:00 am
Fremont Mayor Lily Mei will present the annual State of the City Address
Fremont Downtown Event Center
3500 Capital Ave., Fremont
Wednesday, June 26
Pygmy Goats with 4-H
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Learn how to care for animals, good hygiene, and all the opportunities Alameda County 4-H provides. After the presentation there will be an opportunity to meet and pet a real pygmy goat! This presentation is appropriate for children ages five and up. Space is limited. Free tickets are available on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets will be distributed outside in the breezeway to the right of the main entrance, starting at 12:45pm.
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Wednesday, June 26
Bri Crabtree & Silly Circus Show
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Family-friendly circus show from award-winning performer, Bri Crabtree! Laugh along to this comedic show, marvel at the magic tricks, and enjoy some circus performances.
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Vally
(510) 667-7900
Saturday, June 29
Coventry & Kaluza Circus Show
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Award winning circus comedians, Coventry & Kaluza, bring a variety of skills and thrills to their show which features juggling, acrobatics, music, comedy, dog tricks, and high numbers hula hooping. It’s interactive fun for the whole family!
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Saturday, June 29
Dale Hardware’s 100th Anniversary Block Party
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Tri-Cities residents are invited to come celebrate with us as we fire up the grills and serve delicious barbeque for our neighbors. The event will also include product demonstrations, children’s games and activities, special day-of- offers and much more!
Dale Hardware
3700 Thornton Ave., Fremont
(510) 797-3700
Saturday, June 29
Rhythm Builders
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
Get ready to make some noise! Join the Rhythm Builders for an interactive session of stories, movement, and music. Connect with your sense of rhythm this summer and find your own beat.
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
(510) 284-0675
http://www.therhythmbuilders.com/
Saturday, June 29
Bohème Out of the Box
1 p.m. – Bohème Out of the Box
4:30 p.m. – Out of the Box: Encore Concert
Kennedy Park Amphitheater
1333 Decoto Rd., Union City
(510) 675-5445
www.sfopera.com/box
www.unioncity.org/589/Arts-Culture-Studio-11
Sunday, June 30
Indigo Dyeing
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
We will use clothespins and rubber bands to create patterns on cotton fabric. Indigo is a very magical and special dyeing process. This workshop will be messy and dye may permanently stain clothes and temporarily stain skin. Please wear old clothes that you don’t care about! All materials will be provided.
San Lorenzo Library
395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo
(510) 284-0640
Monday, July 1
Digital Business Basics Bootcamp
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
This comprehensive program is designed to provide you with the essential tools and strategies needed to succeed in the digital landscape.
John Gibson – (510) 284-0675
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
Tuesday, July 2
Firecracker Slime
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Create your very own concoction that is stretchy, fluffy, and oh so fun to play with! All materials are provided. Slime is washable. Suitable for kids, ages 5+. This activity is messy, please dress accordingly; some child-sized aprons will be available. Please register for this event as space and supplies are limited.
(510) 284-0640
San Lorenzo Library
395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo
Tuesday, July 2
Mystery Book Club
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Fellow mystery lovers, join us on the first Tuesday night of each month for a lively discussion of classic and current mysteries. Read this month’s selection, drop in and join the fun! The club will be discussing The Killing Hills by Chris Offutt.
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley
(510) 667-7900
Thursday, July 4
Parade and Free After Party
11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Food Trucks, Entertainment, Games, Giveaways, and more.
Fremont Downtown Event Center
3500 Capital Ave., Fremont
Friday, July 5 – 7; Saturday, July 11 – 13
Ohlone College Presents Grease
8:15 pm
This is the Live Show staring Ohlone Students After a whirlwind summer romance, Gang leader Danny Zuko and good girl Sandy Dumbrowski are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High.
Ohlone College
Smith Center Amphitheatre
43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont
(510) 659-6000
Smithcenter.com
Saturday, July 13
Niles Concert on the Plaza
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Great Music – Great Community
Niles Town Plaza
37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont
Wednesday, July 17
Magical Mark
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Magical Mark is a full-time professional magician who has been delighting audiences across the greater Bay Area for over 7 years. This interactive program brings everyone together for an experience that is both entertaining and inspiring.
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley
(510) 667-7900
Friday – Sunday, July 19 – August 4
StarStruck Theatre Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
This summer join StarStruck as we step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
Ohlone College
Smith Center
43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont
starstrucktheatre.org
(510) 659-6031
Tickets: $25 – $35
Tuesday, July 30
American Red Cross Blood Drive
11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Blood drive
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley
(510) 667-7900
