Antioch First 5 Center

The Antioch First 5 Center offers in-person and virtual activities for families with children from birth to age 5. Families can take classes, workshops, events, one-on-one meetings, drop-in playtime, Saturday classes, classes for dads, and monthly distributions.

Programs

• Class — from birth to age 5 · In-person and virtual activities; classes, workshops, events, and one-on-one meetings
• Social Skills — from birth to age 5 · Connect with other families, learn, play and grow together

At a glance

• Ages: 0–5 years old
• General schedule: Activities are available in-person and virtual. Once registered, families can choose from over 20 classes each month. Some programs do not require registration, including drop-in playtime, Saturday classes, workshops, monthly events, classes for dads, and monthly distributions.

About the provider

The Antioch First 5 Center is led by Center Director Rhea Hodges, Community Resource Specialist Rocio Ceja, and Family and Community Liaison Marcela Lopez. Community Advisory Councils, made up of volunteer parents and caregivers, help shape programs and activities through ongoing engagement and local insight.

The center is open to any Contra Costa resident with a child from birth to age 5 in their lives. All services are available at no cost to you. Registration is required to participate in First 5 Center activities and programs, except for some programs such as drop-in playtime, Saturday classes, workshops, monthly events, classes for dads, and monthly distributions.

Last updated September 18, 2026.