Announcements, Events, Resources, and Trainings
Check out this page for upcoming events, workshops, trainings, celebrations, funding opportunities, and other timely resources for programs!
Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Department Presents, OPRYD TOWN EXPERIENCES
OPRYD is proud to introduce OPRYD TOWN EXPERIENCES, our refreshed camp name formerly known as TOWN CAMP. This new branding highlights immersive, hands-on programs in sports, nature, arts, and community exploration—delivering equitable fun for Oakland youth all summer long.
Registration starts Monday, February 2!
- Families seeking financial assistance: February 2 – 20
- Oakland Residents: February 23
- Non-Oakland Residents: March 16
Learn more here: https://www.oaklandca.gov/Government/Departments/Parks-Recreation-Youth-Development
Questions? Email Jessica Bustos, Recreation Supervisor at jbustos@oaklandca.gov
Alameda County Office of Education: Parenting Class for Young Parents Starting February 23, 2026
Alameda County Office of Education is offering a free 10-week Parenting Class for young parents 21 years old and under. To qualify, young parents must live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont or Alameda;other areas will be on a case by case basis.
Classes are from February 23, 2026-April 27, 2026.
To register please call 1-800-829-3777
A Message from Mayor Barbara Lee: Standing Together Through Interruption of CalFresh Benefits
Mayor Barbara Lee provided a message and assistance to the Oakland Community about the crisis threatening over 77,000 residents; the federal suspension of CalFresh (SNAP) benefits could strip 22,000 children and 16,000 seniors in Oakland of critical food assistance – taking $35 million in monthly food purchasing power from our community.
Destiny's Art Center: Teddy Bear Movement Class Starts October 17th, 2025
Destiny's Arts is excited to launch our FREE, drop-in Teddy Bear Movement class at Clinton Recreation Center starting Friday, 10/17 at 11:00 a.m.
This caregiver-inclusive class centers joyful movement, music, rhythm, and storytelling for little ones from first steps to preschool.
Who: Oakland families with children ages 0–5 (open to all; we center and prioritize families of color, especially home-based families or those not connected to traditional school systems)
When: Fridays at 11:00 a.m. starting 10/17
(this program will run through the end of the school year)
Where: Clinton Recreation Center, 655 International Blvd., Oakland
Cost: Free; no registration required—drop in!
What to expect: playful movement, early literacy through rhythm and stories, and a welcoming space for children and caregivers to grow together.
Questions? Please contact Mike Lee at mike@destinyarts.org.
