East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

November 18 - 24

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
There are so many great things to enjoy this week! Back again by popular demand, Glowfari, is a family-friendly experience that features hundreds of all-new, larger-than-life animal lanterns throughout the Oakland Zoo.
Each lantern tells the story of the ongoing journey of wildlife, the importance of every species on our planet, and the zoo's commitment to conservation.

Check out the full list of events below.

Friday 11/18

9am Oakland Chamber of Commerce Inside Oakland: Mobile Assistance Community Responders of Oakland (MACRO) Program
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
2:30pm Urban Sketching @U.C. Campus
3pm Fun Friday Crafts @North
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid Featuring a film screening of Groundworks
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 11/19

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9:30am Oakland Zoo ZooKids
11am The Good Life Presents It Takes A Village
11am Jack London Square Patchwork Show
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
1pm Chabot Space & Science Center Investigating Space: Supersonic Flight
2pm African American Museum and Library at Oakland Meet the Author: Carla Williams-Namboodiri
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
6:30pm Piedmont Center for the Arts A Gift of Music
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 11/20

8am World Cup 2022 at Binny's
9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
2pm Annual Turkey Giveaway at Liberation Park
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light

Monday 11/21

8:45am Oakland Zoo Fall Break ZooCamp
10:30am Oakland Public Library Toddler Storytime
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Crafternoon @North
3pm Oakland Public Library Junior Carpenters' Club
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light

Tuesday 11/22

8:45am Oakland Zoo Fall Break ZooCamp
3pm Berkeley Public Library Dinosaur Crafternoons @Claremont
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 11/23

8:45am Oakland Zoo Fall Break ZooCamp
9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
12pm Alameda County Fair Black Friday Ticket Sale
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light

Thursday 11/24

8:30am Oakland Turkey Trot
10:30am Berkeley Public Library Musical Story Time in the Park
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
12pm Alameda County Fair Black Friday Ticket Sale
12:30pm Oakland Public Library Community Connections
3:30pm Oakland Public Library Lakeview Knitters!
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light
6pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Thanksgiving Events in The East Bay

Thanksgiving Events in The East Bay

November 16th

The Thanksgiving Holiday is around the corner, and as we get ready to celebrate with our families, we also have an opportunity to give back to our community.

Below are a few charitable events held in Oakland to help families in the East Bay this holiday season.

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Oakland Turkey Trot

Thanksgiving Day | 11/24/22 | Oakland, CA

Event: Individual 5K

Start Time: 8:30 am PST

Price: $59.00 Race Fee

Registration: Price increases to $64.00 after November 20, 2022.

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2022 Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Give Away Meal Share

Community Thanksgiving Meals sharing has been a tradition for more than 40 years at the Bay Area Rescue Mission. This event is made possible with the support of private donations from corporations, businesses, and concerned individuals in the greater Bay Area. On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, pre-registered community members will receive a turkey, and other traditional Thanksgiving food items to prepare.

For more information about the Bay Area Rescue Mission 510-215-4555, email info@bayarearescue.org, or visit us on the web at www.BayAreaRescue.org.

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Community Thanksgiving Meal

College Avenue Presbyterian Church is serving its Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal To-Go Style in order to best respond to the COVID-19 reality. As a result, they need fewer volunteers than in our usual buffet-style meal in the gym. They ask that you sign up for a job or task. Children can help as volunteers too. They are limiting the number of volunteers to help so that they can ensure social distancing and keep everyone safe. If you're a volunteer, you will be required to wear a face mask, gloves, and sign a contact tracing sheet.

Simone Spotlight - Preparing your Home for Thanksgiving

Holiday Preparations for Thanksgiving

November 14th

When hosting Thanksgiving, as with any dinner party, last-minute tasks have a way of sneaking up on you and really gobbling up your time. This is why it’s so helpful to get as much as you can be done in advance — starting with these 10 things.

1. Check your cookware and kitchen tools.

In addition to planning your menu, it’s just as important to make sure you have all the cookware and kitchen tools you’ll need to prepare dinner. Do you need a roasting pan, more pie dishes, or a meat thermometer? If you haven’t already, now’s the time to take inventory and figure out what you still need.

2. Get ready to start thawing your turkey.

If your turkey is frozen, it’s time to start thinking about thawing it. A completely frozen turkey needs a day to thaw for every four pounds in weight. And if you plan to brine your turkey, it needs to be defrosted one day sooner.

3. Know how to cook your turkey without a roasting pan.

A roasting pan can be an expensive piece of cookware to buy, considering it only gets used a couple times a year, at best. If you don’t have one and are still unsure about buying one, relax — there are plenty of ways to cook your bird without one.

4. Make and freeze the gravy.

You can never have too much gravy on Thanksgiving, so why not tackle this essential now? Don’t worry about the drippings; you can always add turkey drippings to the gravy at the last minute for authentic flavor.

5. Make cranberry sauce.

To be sure you don’t sit down to dinner without it, make your cranberry sauce now. Since it contains a lot of sugar, it’s essentially a quick jam that can be frozen or kept in the refrigerator until the big day.

6. Make and freeze the mashed potatoes.

While potatoes don’t have a good track record for freezing well, mashed potatoes are the exception. As long as your potatoes are coated with plenty of butter and cream, they’re perfectly freezer-friendly.

7. Make and freeze the dinner rolls.

Whether you enjoy rolls along with your meal, or prefer to save the bread for a small turkey sandwich after the initial food coma has worn off, this is one recipe that’s easy to make ahead and freeze until your holiday dinner.

8. Make the pie crust.

It doesn’t matter whether your plans include apple, pumpkin, or pecan pie, get a jump on pie prep by making the crust this weekend.

9. Or go ahead and make the whole pie now.

This doesn’t work with custard-based pies, like pumpkin, but if you’re planning to make any fruit-filled pies this year, it’s easy to get a head start. Make the whole pie now, freeze it in the pie dish, and then bake it right before Thanksgiving.

10. Make a schedule of events for Thanksgiving day.

Even if you’ve done a lot of the heavy lifting ahead of time, it’s helpful to have a schedule of how the day will play out and what needs to happen when — especially when it comes to dishes that have to go in the oven.

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East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

November 11 - 17

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
This Saturday come stroll the lights on Fourth Street!
Enjoy 3 blocks of sparkling lights plus complimentary hot beverages and entertainment!
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!

Friday 11/11

12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Month
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 11/12

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
8AM Goodguys 32nd Autumn Get-Together at Alameda County Fairgrounds & Event Center
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
9:30am Oakland Zoo ZooKids
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
3pm African American Museum and Library at Oakland Membership Drive and Appreciation Day
5pm Fourth Street Dazzling Holiday Light
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 11/13

8AM Goodguys 32nd Autumn Get-Together at Alameda County Fairgrounds & Event Center
9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
3pm The Healing Hub @ Skate & Shop Sundays at Liberation Park
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari

Monday 11/14

10am Oakland Public Library Family Paths
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Crafternoon @North
3pm Oakland Public Library Junior Carpenters' Club

Tuesday 11/15

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Family Place Parent-Child Playshops @Central (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
3pm Berkeley Public Library Dinosaur Crafternoons @Claremont
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Movie Day: The Bob's Burgers Movie @ Central
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Cal Scientists Talks: Popping the Science Bubble
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 11/16

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Family Yoga Story Time @Grove Street Park/THP South
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari

Thursday 11/17

12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
12:30pm Oakland Public Library Community Connections
3pm Oakland Public Library Dinovember!
4pm Oakland Public Library Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club @ Main TeenZone
4pm Berkeley Public Library Tech Help for Seniors @North
5pm Oakland Zoo Glowfari
6pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Simone Spotlight - Oakland Veterans Day Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

November 7th

Oakland Celebrates Veterans Day

This Veterans Day holiday is upon us, and Oakland has a variety of events to honor those who have served in our military and defended our freedom. 

Here are a few events to enjoy and honor our service members.

1. Free National Parks Day

https://www.nps.gov/safr/planyourvisit/fees.htmAbout this event: The National Park Service now offers five free days a year. All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone.

Hosted by: The National Park Service

Date: Friday, November 11th

Location: San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park 

Featuring :

On certain “fee-free” days throughout the year, enjoy free entry to all national parks and monuments including Muir Woods and Yosemite National Park and free admission aboard all of the historic vessels at the Hyde Street Pier of SF’s Maritime National Historical Park.

The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.

2. Veteran’s Day Commemoration:

About this event: Guest speakers, the Skyline High jazz band and a host of veteran organizations mark this annual commemoration. 

Location: City Hall Amphitheater, 

1 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza. 

Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 

Free Admission. 

3. Hometown Heroes Veteran’s Day Luncheon:

About this event: The Rotary Club of Dublin, in cooperation with the City of Dublin, will proudly present the Hometown Heroes Veterans Day Luncheon in Hayward.

Date & Time: Wed Nov 9, 11:30 AM - Wed Nov 9, 1:00 PM

Location: Shannon Community Center - 11600 Shannon Avenue,

Dublin, CA 94568

Please join us to honor and recognize all the courageous men and women in the United States Military, past and present.

Tickets may be purchased on Eventbrite: $35 per person; $350 per table of eight. Veterans and active military welcome free of charge but must RSVP on Eventbrite. Those purchasing tables help to support the complimentary meals for those who serve our country.

For additional information, please text (925) 321-5319.

4. Black Oakland Tour: Oakanda Forever (2022):

About this event: Experience the magic of the sequel of Black Panther 2 in the home of the Black Panthers! Join our tour including a city tour and the film.

As the home of the original Black Panther Party, we welcome you to join our special rendition of the Black Oakland Tour. This hybrid mobile-walking tour will include aspects of our traditional tour, which will tour historical and culturally significant locations central to the party’s development before ending at the iconic Grand Lake Theatre. The tour will include:

• Transportation including pick up and drop off at Grand Lake Theatre

• Entrance into museum exhibit AND the Black Panther film

• Refreshments (a full meal from a local Black-owned business)

• Short visit to 3-5 landmark historical areas/ businesses frequented by Black Panther party members

• Guided mobile tour with driver

• Have fun and get to know other visitors and locals alike!

Depending on the time you chose, your film selection will be matinee, 2D or 3D which is reflected in the price (we do NOT upsell tickets, per industry regulation). Concessions at the movie are NOT included in the price of the tour

Date & Time: Friday, November 11, 2022 - 11:30 am to 4:00 pm 

Location: Grand Lake Theater 

3200 Grand Avenue Oakland, CA 94610

Cost: $100*

*Consumer’s notice: By participating in our tour, you are agreeing to release liability and any possibility of legal action against Ethnic Ties for any injury while on the tour. You are also agreeing to a media waiver unless prior, written and signed documentation otherwise.

5. “Glowfari” 2022 Lights Festival at Oakland Zoo:

About this event: Glowfari returns in November 2022! This wildly popular, family-friendly experience is back with hundreds of new, larger-than-life animal lanterns throughout the Zoo. Each lantern tells the story of the ongoing journey of wildlife, the importance of every species on our planet, and Oakland Zoo’s commitment to conservation.

Date & Time: Friday, November 11, 2022 - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm 

Location: Oakland Zoo | 9777 Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA

Cost: $24*

6. “Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland):

About this event: These free events provide a gathering place to come together each week, including live music, hands-on activities, Off the Grid food trucks, and the newly-launched Town Fare Sundeck, featuring an outdoor bar and select bar bites from the cafe menu or bring a blanket and lounge in our garden, now open with direct access to Lake Merritt.

Date & Time: Friday, November 11, 2022 - 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm 

Location: OMCA (Oakland Museum of California) 

1000 Oak Street Oakland, CA 94607

Cost: FREE

7. Oakland’s HellaSecret Comedy & Cocktails (2022)

About this event: Get ready for the “HellaSecret” speakeasy comedy show in Oakland. A series of pop-up (and socially distant) live comedy shows at unique spots all across the bay.

They’ll take over a venue and you’ll get an email with the secret location.

Friday, November 11, 2022 - 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm 

Location: Secret Location Oakland, CA | This HellaSecret comedy show takes place in a secret speakeasy “Golden State Lounge” bar in Oakland turned into a socially-distant comedy club with comfy couches, a brick fireplace, funky furnishings and lots of plants.

Cost: FREE | Get free tickets

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

November 4 - 10

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
It’s time to celebrate one another! Join the Oakland First Fridays celebration!
Let’s show appreciation for the vendors, artists, and performers during the season of thanks.
Have fun with the whole family!

Friday 11/4

10am Berkeley Public Library Día de los Muertos Community Altar @North
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
3pm Berkeley Public Library Fun Friday Crafts @North
4pm Berkeley Public Library Tech Help for Seniors @North
5pm Oakland First Fridays
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid Featuring A Diwali Celebration
5pm Wakanda Forever @ Liberation Park – Skate and Celebrate! (Now On Friday!) at Liberation Park
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center First Friday: Nocturnal
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 11/5

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
10am African American Museum and Library at Oakland Festival of Black Dolls Show and Sale
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 11/6

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10am JCC East Bay Volunteer with Urban Tilth
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
11am Oakland Museum of California First Sundays
12pm Oakland Museum of California VOTE joyfully
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting

Monday 11/7

10:30am Oakland Public Library Toddler Storytime
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Crafternoon @North
11:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center Total Lunar Eclipse Watch Party

Tuesday 11/8

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Family Place Parent-Child Playshops @Central (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
3pm Berkeley Public Library Dinosaur Crafternoons @Claremont
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Knitting Group @Central
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 11/9

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont
2pm Chess Club @North

Thursday 11/10

10am Berkeley Business Bootcamp:Call Before You Code: What to Do Before You Build a Website
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
12:30pm Oakland Public Library Community Connections
4pm Oakland Public Library Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club @ Main TeenZone
4pm Berkeley Public Library Tech Help for Seniors @North
6pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

October 28 - November 3

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Join Oakland Día de Los Muertos Festival this Sunday! The event will bring over 100,000 people to the vibrant, culturally-rich Fruitvale neighborhood to enjoy world-class live music, family-friendly games, rides and activities, traditional Latin American artisans, and the stunning altar artistic installations created by community members paying homage to los Muertos.
Have fun with the whole family!

Friday 10/28

10am Children's Fairyland Halloween Jam!
10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Community Breakfast at Ira Jinkins Recreation Center
3pm Berkeley Public Library Pop-Up Event: Halloween Crafts @North
4pm Berkeley Public Library Ghost Stories @Grove Street Park
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid Featuring Inti Batey – La Muerte Vive
5pm Fo’Show Fridays at Liberation Park
6pm Oakland Public Library Tax Attorney in the Library
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 10/29

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie's Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
9am Jack London The Power of Pink
10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Chabot Space & Science Center Halloween: Spooky Science
10am Chabot Space & Science Center Astrolight Members Preview
10am Children's Fairyland Halloween Jam!
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
3pm Trunk-or-Treat in the East! at Liberation Park
3pm Eunice Law Harvest Fest & Trunk or Treat
5:30pm St. Vartan Oakland Halloween Family Night Potluck
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center Halloween Hike & Sip
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 10/30

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Children's Fairyland Halloween Jam!
10am Chabot Space & Science Center Astrolight Members Preview
10am Unity Council Oakland Día de Los Muertos Festival
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10:30am JCC East Bay Family Funday
12pm Chabot Space & Science Center Good Night Oppy Film Screening
1pm Jack London Halloween Dia De Los Muertos
1pm Oakland Museum of California Beyond Roe: Reproductive Justice Now
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
4pm Skate & Shop at Liberation Park
4pm Temescal Trick-or-Treat at Telegraph Ave
7pm Pirates Of Emerson Haunted Themed Park

Monday 10/31

10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Berkeley Public Library Día de los Muertos Community Altar @North
10:30am Oakland Public Library Toddler Storytime
12pm Berkeley Public Library Scary Stories, Past and Present - SUMIKO SAULSON
3pm Oakland Public Library First Annual Elmhurst Library Fall Festival
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Trick or Treat @North
7pm Pirates Of Emerson Haunted Themed Park
Oakland Public Library Trick-or-Treat at Your Library!

Tuesday 11/1

10am Berkeley Public Library Día de los Muertos Community Altar @North
2pm Berkeley Public Library Tech Help for Seniors @North
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Crafternoon @North
3pm Berkeley Public Library Dinosaur Crafternoons @Claremont
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 11/2

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
10am Berkeley Public Library Día de los Muertos Community Altar @North
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Family Yoga Story Time @Grove Street Park

Thursday 11/3

10am Berkeley Public Library Día de los Muertos Community Altar @North
10:30am Berkeley Public Library Musical Story Time in the Park
12pm Oakland Public Library Community Connections
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
4pm Oakland Public Library Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club @ Main TeenZone
6pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

October 21-27

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
This Friday, be ready to have a boo-tiful time, more kooky than spooky,​ and full of outdoor fall fun and festivities at Fairyland! Come celebrate Halloween Jam from October 21 to 23 at 10am to 4pm.
Enjoy seasonal surprises like decked-out sets and rides, a creepy crawly scavenger hunt and arts and crafts stations.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!

Friday 10/21

10am Children's Fairyland Halloween Jam!
11am Fall Book Sale at The Bookmark Bookstore
3pm Berkeley Public Library Murder at the Masquerade @Central MR
4pm JCC East Bay Movie, Nosh, Discuss: Teen Movie Night
4:30pm Oakland Museum of California Fall Teacher Night
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid featuring Fall Teacher Night and book celebration of “Comrade Sisters: Women of the Black Panther Party”
5pm Fo’Show Fridays at Liberation Park
6pm Oakland Zoo Cocktails & Conservation
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 10/22

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
8am Alameda County Fairgrounds Bubble Run
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Children's Fairyland Halloween Jam!
11am Jack London Canine Companions - Dogfest
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
5pm Taste of the World Market Thursday Night Food Trucks
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center Starlight Gala: Luminous
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 10/23

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Children's Fairyland Halloween Jam!
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
12pm Oakland Museum of California Día de los Muertos
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
3pm Children’s Carnival at Liberation Park
4pm Skate & Shop at Liberation Park

Monday 10/24

10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10:30am Oakland Public Library Toddler Storytime
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
12pm Berkeley Public Library Scary Stories, Past and Present - LOREN RHOADS

Tuesday 10/25

10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10:30am Berkeley Public Library Story Time @Grove Street Park
11am Berkeley Public Library City of Berkeley Pop-up Vaccination Clinic @THPSouth
2pm Berkeley Public Library Tech Help for Seniors @North
2pm Berkeley Public Library BPL Book Club
3pm Berkeley Public Library Halloween Crafternoons @Claremont
6:30pm In the Banlieues/Centering the Margin: A Conversation with Participants at Oakstop

Wednesday 10/26

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont
2:30pm Oakland Public Library Teen Crafts @Main TeenZone: Halloween DIY Cauldrons

Thursday 10/27

10am Oakland Zoo Boo at the Zoo
10:30am Berkeley Public Library Musical Story Time in the Park
12pm Oakland Public Library Community Connections
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help
4pm Oakland Public Library Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club @ Main TeenZone
6pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Simone Spotlight - Boo at the Zoo

Simone Spotlight - Boo At the Zoo

October 17th

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉

It’s that time of year again, when you can enjoy a pumpkin latte while enjoying a hayride. There is so much to do and so many events to choose from, and that’s why I wanted to mention Boo at the Zoo. Not only is it great fall fun you can enjoy with your family, but it also supports our local Zoo.

If you were wondering what to do this upcoming weekend, you can always reserve your tickets for the annual scavenger hunt. This year the Oakland Zoo will be holding their annual Animal Trading Card Scavenger Hunt from October 22-31, 2022 between the hours of 10:00am - 4:00pm.

Grab a program as you enter the Zoo and follow the clues on our self-guided scavenger hunt to trick-or-treat for animal trading cards throughout the Zoo. Upon completing your scavenger hunt, collect a limited-release trading card and a candy bar from our presenting sponsor OCHO Candy.

You should dress in costume when you visit (no inflatable costumes, they scare the animals) and tag Oakland Zoo on social media to enter their Halloween costume contest. Winners will receive 4 tickets to the zoo's amazing holiday nighttime lantern festival, Glowfari, which takes place from November 11, 2022 through January 29, 2023.

Boo at the Zoo is included with regular zoo admission. All tickets must be reserved in advance online. Tickets become available at 9am, 28 days prior to the date you would like to visit.

Costume Contest Themed Days

• ‍10/22-10/24: Twinning - Parents suit up! It's time to twin with your mini in your favorite Halloween costumes.

• ‍10/25-10/27: Monster Squad - Ghouls & monsters of the night, it's your time to shine for a Halloween fright. Dress up in your classic monster squad members.

• 10/28-10/30: Favorite Animal Friends - Furry or scaley, feathers or slimy, it's up to you! Pick your favorite animal to sport around the Zoo.

• 10/31: Wild Card - Your choice! Dress up as your favorite superhero, princess, pirate - the possibilities are endless!*

*Please note - no inflatable costumes; they can scare the Zoo animals. Remember to tag Oakland Zoo on social media to enter their Halloween costume contest. Winners will receive 4 tickets to the new holiday nighttime lantern festival this year, GLOWFARI. You can follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to see our costume contest updates!

The Oakland Zoo is located at 9777 Golf Links Road in Oakland. Admission is $24 for adults (15–64), $20 for children 2–14 and seniors 65+, and free for children under 2 and seniors 76+. A discount is offered for military families with current military ID. Parking is an additional $10 per car. Timed tickets are issued for 1-hour slots. For more info and to reserve your tickets visit www.oaklandzoo.org.

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

October 14 - 20

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
This Friday, join your neighbors for some fun, classic, family-friendly films! RHA Oakland will play Ghostbusters: Afterlife at 6:30pm. It's a perfect chance to relax and enjoy a safe, socially distanced, and special night under the stars.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!

Friday 10/14

5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid
6:30pm Movies in the Park at Redwood Heights Park
7pm Oakland Comedy Festival 2022
7:45pm Comedy Oakland Live
8pm Oakland Symphony Opening Night Symphonie Fantastique!
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 10/15

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
9:30am Oakland Zoo ZooKids
10am Chabot Space & Science Center Investigating Space: Understanding Our Oceans
12pm Alameda County Fairgrounds AIA Dussera Diwali Dhamaka
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
5:30pm Oakland Asian Cultural Center 26th Anniversary Gala — Celebrate Asian Love
6pm Oakland Asian Cultural Center OACC Gala 2022
6pm Oakland Comedy Festival 2022
7pm Halloween Spooktacular Circus Costume Cabaret at The Lama Shack
7pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 10/16

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
11am Neighborhood History - Returning to our Soil - Temescal Roots Project at 4444 Telegraph Ave.
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
7:30pm Oakland Comedy Festival 2022

Monday 10/17

11am Oakland Public Library English Language Classes
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help

Tuesday 10/18

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Story Time @Grove Street Park
11am Berkeley Public Library City of Berkeley Pop-up Vaccination Clinic @THPSouth
3pm Berkeley Public Library Halloween Crafternoons @Claremont
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Cal Scientists Talks: Popping the Science Bubble
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 10/19

8am Wellness Wednesdays at Liberation Park
9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Family Yoga Story Time @Grove Street Park
4pm Berkeley Public Library Art in the Park October!

Thursday 10/20

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Musical Story Time in the Park
12:30pm Oakland Public Library Community Connections
2:30pm Berkeley Public Library Urban Sketching @U.C. Campus
3:30pm Oakland Public Library Join Us For A Día de los Muertos Craft
4pm Oakland Public Library Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club @ Main TeenZone
6pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library
6pm Oakland Public Library Friends of the Main Library monthly meeting

October 2022 Newsletter

October 2022 Newsletter

October 11th

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Simone Spotlight - Fall Fun with the Family

Autumn Lights Festival 2022

October 10th

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉

It’s that time of the year again, the holiday season is just around the corner and there are so many fun activities that you can plan with your family and friends. A great event you won’t want to miss is the Autumn Lights Festival. The festival is a fundraiser for the Gardens at Lake Merritt. The Gardens at Lake Merritt were established more than a half century ago. They are a collection of themed gardens requiring varying levels of upkeep. Volunteers provide much needed maintenance assistance as the City of Oakland’s gardening staff has been dramatically reduced over time. The gardens are a tranquil oasis in the heart of Oakland and provide enriching public programs.

The Autumn Lights Festival is presented by the Friends of the Gardens at Lake Merritt (FGLM). FGLM is an entirely volunteer organization, formed in 2004. The Mission of the FGLM is to partner with the City of Oakland to enhance the seven-acre collection of themed gardens in the heart of Oakland. 

By supporting the diverse plant collection, habitats, demonstration gardens and landscapes of the gardens, FGLM works to augment the Gardens as a learning resource and a serene location for the public to connect with and enjoy the beauties of nature.

To buy tickets go to the Gardens at Lake Merritt website linked below:

https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/autumn-lights-festival-2022/

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

October 7 - 13

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Join Oakland First Fridays on October 7th for the Korean Culture Fest! The event is free and open to people of all ages. Be part of the celebration of Korean art, culture and accomplishments!
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!

Friday 10/7

11am Oakland Museum of California Angela Davis–Seize The Time Opens
12pm Alameda County Fairgrounds Alameda Fall Home Show
5pm Oakland First Fridays Korean Culture Fest
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid
5pm Fo’Show Friday at Liberation Park
5:30pm 67th Armenian Food Festival
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center First Friday: Sci-Fi Night
7pm Orinda Community Center Park Summer Movies in the Park
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 10/8

12am Life is Living at De Fremery Park
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
9:30am Oakland Zoo ZooKids
10am United Nations 56th Annual Flag Raising at The Pavilion
10am Jack London Oakland Breast Cancer Awareness "Power of Pink" Scratch Off Card
10am Alameda County Fairgrounds Alameda Fall Home Show
11am Rockridge Oakland Fall Festival
12pm 67th Armenian Food Festival
12pm Jack London Oakland Breast Cancer Awareness "Power of Pink" Fur Babies Calendar Photoshoot
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
7pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 10/9

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10am Alameda County Fairgrounds Alameda Fall Home Show
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
11am Neighborhood History - Returning to our Soil - Temescal Roots Project at 4444 Telegraph Ave.
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting

Monday 10/10

10am Oakland Public Library Family Paths
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help

Tuesday 10/11

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Story Time @Grove Street Park
11am Berkeley Public Library City of Berkeley Pop-up Vaccination Clinic @THPSouth
3pm Berkeley Public Library Halloween Crafternoons @Claremont
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Knitting Group @Central
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 10/12

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
10am Berkeley Chamber Building a Diverse Talent Pipeline: Avoiding Unconscious Bias & Inequity in Hiring
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Hangout @Claremont

Thursday 10/13

12pm Berkeley Chamber Berkeley Business Bootcamp: Fundamentals of Business Finance
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center Space Paint & Sip

Simone Spotlight - National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 3rd

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is a worldwide annual campaign to increase awareness and to promote regular screening and early detection of breast cancer.

Breast cancer is a disease that affects both men and women and is among the most common cancers. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer in her lifetime. Next year, new breast cancer diagnoses are expected to number more than 200,000 for women and more than 2,000 for men.

Early detection provides the best chance of successful treatment and cure. Over 3.5 million breast cancer survivors are alive today thanks to advances in screening, detection and treatment.

National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program

Early detection is key. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), helps low-income, uninsured, and under-served women gain access to lifesaving screening services for early detection of breast and cervical cancers. This program provides clinical breast examinations, mammograms, and Pap tests for participants as well as diagnostic testing for women whose screening outcome is abnormal. Women aged 40 and above should talk to their doctors about when and how often to get a mammogram. To find free and low-cost screenings near you, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to use their interactive map.

What steps can you take to improve your chances of staying breast cancer free?

There are many steps you and your loved ones can take to improve your chances of staying healthy:

• Conduct monthly self-exams. In addition to medical screenings, the National Breast Cancer Foundation and many medical professionals recommend a monthly self-exam. To learn how to do a breast self-exam, check out this self-exam guide offered by NationalBreastCancer.org.

• Quit smoking. According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), smoking is a significant risk factor for breast and many other types of cancer. Non-smokers are at lower risk than smokers regardless of your age or how long you have been a smoker.

• Exercise more. Regular exercise and a healthy diet can also lower your risk factors.

Need additional information?

Curious about signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment? You can learn more at the other websites listed below: 

https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month/

Cancer.gov

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Simone Spotlight - CPR Training for your Family

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

September 26

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉

Make First Aid and CPR Training a Family Affair

Falls, burns, and accidental poisoning are some of the most common household emergencies. If one of these accidents occurs in your home, is your family prepared to respond?

Parents aren’t the only ones who should learn and practice lifesaving skills. Most school-aged children can and should learn basic first aid and CPR. When an accident occurs, they’ll be better prepared to help a sibling, parent, or grandparent.

Every Parent Should Learn Basic First Aid

The most common injuries for children include:

• burns

• choking

• drowning

• falls

• poisoning

• and suffocation

In an Emergency First Response class, you’ll learn how to identify and respond to the emergencies above with confidence. These courses include hands-on practice and follow the same procedures medical professionals use to identify injuries or ailments. These courses also include:

• Acronyms to help parents and children remember what steps to take

• Emergency scenario practice

• Reference material for your home or personal vehicle

A CPR and First Aid Course Benefits Parents and Children

The results of a recent study revealed, 86 percent of children over the age of eight can correctly administer CPR after receiving hands-on training. Even if a child lacks the physical strength to perform CPR, they can learn how to activate emergency services and gather important information to help medical responders.

Knowing how to respond in an emergency is essential for parents as well. A survey asked parents with children between the ages of three and seven how they would respond to different first-aid scenarios. Fewer than five percent could answer the questions correctly.

The same survey found three out of four young children are likely to be involved in an accident. That’s why it’s important for your family to not only have a first aid kit, but also know how to use it. Your Emergency First Response Instructor will also teach your family how to manage injuries when a first aid kit isn’t available. For example, a t-shirt can be used to manage bleeding, and a magazine can be used to splint a fracture.

Family time is important, but it can be a challenge to find an activity that’s engaging for everyone. Learning how to help each other in an emergency can be a great way for families to bond and gain valuable skills.

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

September 30 - October 6

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Come join Chabot Space & Science Center’s Tinkerfest this Saturday! The event is open for all ages from 2 years old and up! Tinkerfest has a mission to bring together makers, artists, and tinkerers to showcase their work and invites attendees to join in on the DIY fun. 
Stay safe and have fun with the whole family!

Friday 9/30

5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid
5pm Fo’Show Friday : Akoma Night Market at Liberation Park
6pm Oakland Public Library Tax Attorney in the Library
6pm Community Dinner at Liberation Park
6pm Children's Fairyland Drawn Together 21+
7pm S’mores and Sing-a-Long at Codornices Park
7pm Movies in the Park | The Goonies at Redwood Heights Park
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 10/1

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
10am Chabot Space & Science Center TinkerFest
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
7pm Outdoor Nature Documentary Family Night: Oceans at Shorebird Nature Center
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 10/2

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
11am Oakland Museum of California First Sundays
12:30pm Rockridge Oakland Kitchen Tour
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
2pm Oakland Public Library "Listen, World!" An East Bay Afternoon
3pm Oakland Public Library Help for Renters
4pm Skate & Shop at Liberation Park

Monday 10/3

12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help

Tuesday 10/4

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Story Time @Grove Street Park
11am Berkeley Public Library City of Berkeley Pop-up Vaccination Clinic @THPSouth
3pm Berkeley Public Library Halloween Crafternoons @Claremont
5:30pm Oakland Public Library Virtual Lawyers in the Library

Wednesday 10/5

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
2pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
3:30pm Berkeley Public Library Family Yoga Story Time @Grove Street Park

Thursday 10/6

11am Oakland Museum of California Member Preview for Angela Davis–Seize The Time
8pm Fall Waterfront Flicks at Marina Lawn

Simone Spotlight - Babysitter Checklist

Tips on Making a Babysitter Checklist

September 19th

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉

How to Prepare a Babysitter Checklist

Having a babysitter checklist is the perfect way to make sure your sitter has all the information she'll need at her fingertips. Whether your kids are with a trusted grownup or a neighborhood teen, having the peace of mind that your kids are safe and having fun while you're out is essential and invaluable.

The next time you need to leave your kids with a sitter, make a list, review it with her, and post it in a central location that she can access whenever she needs it.

What to Put on Your Babysitter Checklist

You'll want to customize your list to your needs, but use these ideas to get you started.

Communications

Include items that help your babysitter get in touch with you and any other contacts as needed.

• Your cell phone number. Ask the babysitter to put this in her phone so that she can access it quickly.

• Where you can be reached, and a landline phone number of the place where you will be in case the cell phone service is disrupted.

• Emergency phone numbers like police, fire, poison control, pediatrician, local hospital, your pharmacy.

• Phone numbers of trusted neighbors, friends, and relatives who can be contacted if she cannot reach you in an emergency. Let them know beforehand that you will have a sitter watching your kids and that they are on the emergency contact list.

• Pre-arranged meeting place (such as a neighbor's house) in case all communication goes down, and they cannot remain in the house.

If you have a home landline, you should also have a simple corded phone that plugs into the wall since most cordless phones won't work in the event of a power outage. But be sure to check with your telephone provider to confirm that your landline will still work and that you'll be able to access 911 even in the event of a power outage.

Emergency and Medical

Include all the pertinent emergency and medical information.

• Any food allergies or restrictions your children have, and what the sitter should do in case of a reaction to foods, including how much antihistamine to give or how to give your child an Epi-Pen shot

• Any medical information about your child, allergies, health insurance information, pediatrician's name, and telephone number

• Be aware of what foods are choking hazards. Kids under age four should never be given large pieces of food, especially things like grapes, hard candy, popcorn, and hot dogs

• Medical release form for your child's care in the event of an emergency

• Where the emergency kit for power outages is

• Where the fire extinguisher is. Be sure to give your sitter strict instructions to leave the house with the children and call 911 outside if the fire is anything more significant than something small that can be put out immediately with the fire extinguisher

• Where the first-aid kit is. Go over basic first aid, such as what to do if your child chokes. Knowing CPR and first aid is one of the basics you will look for in a qualified babysitter when you interview sitters

• Your address and directions to your house for operators in case of an emergency

House Rules

Outline all of your family house rules:

• What to do if your child breaks a rule or misbehaves. It's a good idea to work out a plan for what your sitter should do if your child does not listen or doesn't behave.

• What time you expect the kids to be in bed and a list of their bedtime routines, such as a bath and a favorite book.

• What television shows, movies, or other tech content your children can and cannot see. Your 7-year-old may be psyched about watching that PG-13 movie, but make sure your sitter knows beforehand what is and is not approved by you.

• Where she should and should not take the children. If you want her to take the kids to the park, discuss how she'll get there, for example. Be clear about what you expect and want (that kids get exercise, put on lots of sunscreen, or get home before dark) so that there's no confusion about what's expected.

Additional Checklist Items for Babies

If you have an infant, be sure your sitter knows the following:

• Never give baby honey (it poses a risk of botulism poisoning for babies under one year old).

• Never give a baby or toddler a food other than what you left specifically for her (expressed breastmilk, for example); heat the food very carefully, if necessary; and check the temperature before giving it to the baby.

• Never leave a baby unattended, especially on top of a changing table or in the bathroom.

• Put baby to sleep on her back in a bare crib (no blankets, pillows, or toys) to reduce SIDS risk.1

Other Tips to Keep in Mind

If your babysitter is new, ask her to come at least 30 minutes to an hour before you have to leave so that she can spend some time with the kids and get to know them. (Or better yet, have her come and play for an hour while you are home on a day before she is scheduled to babysit.)

Don't expect your sitter to be your housekeeper. She is there to play with the kids, feed them, and take care of them; she should not be expected to do housework (unless that's something that you agreed to pay her extra for and that she wants to do after the kids are safely in bed and sleeping).

Make sure you have set aside dinner and snacks (and lunch, if she's there early in the day) for your sitter. Be sure your sitter has a safe way to get home, especially if she is a teenager.

East Bay Weekly Events

Your Weekly Guide to Local Events

September 16-22

🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Spend your next Thursday night at the Marina Lawn located near Heinold's: First and Last Chance Saloon, for the Fall Movie Nights. Bring a blanket, lawn chair and some take out from any of your favorite Jack London Square restaurants!
See you there, East Bay!

Friday 9/16

2pm Oakland Public Library hey, hey, hey, Main TeenZone Presents... Gameday Fridays!
2:30pm Urban Sketching at U.C. Campus
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid
5pm Fo’Show Friday at Liberation Park
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center Hike & Sip
8pm Comedy Oakland Live
Berkeley Public Library Super Cinema Suggests

Saturday 9/17

7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9am Agricultural Institute of Marin Grand Lake Farmers Market
9am Coastal Cleanup Day at Shorebird Nature Center
9am Freedom Farmers Market at Kasper’s Plaza
10am California Soul-Food Cookout and Festival at Alameda County Fairgrounds
10am Chabot Space & Science Center Investigating Space: Asteroid Impact
12pm Respect the CROWN Natural Hair Fest 2022 at Oakstop (Broadway)
12pm The Playground at the Bridge Yard at The Bridgeyard Oakland
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Show

Sunday 9/18

9am Jack London Square Farmer's Market
10am California Soul-Food Cookout and Festival at Alameda County Fairgrounds
10:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
11am Beignets and Tea at The Ramen Shop
11am Temescal Roots Project – Returning To Our Soil at Kasper’s Plaza
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
4pm Slammin’ Sunday Skate at Liberation Park

Monday 9/19

10am Berkeley Public Library One-On-One Tech Help on Zoom
12pm Oakland Public Library Volunteer Computer Help

Tuesday 9/20

10:30am Berkeley Public Library Story Time @Grove Street Park
11am Berkeley Public Library City of Berkeley Pop-up Vaccination Clinic @THPSouth
3pm Oakland Public Library MOCHA At The Library!
4pm Art in the Park at San Pablo Park
4:30pm Oakland Public Library Teen Pop Up Crafts @ Lakeview
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Popping the Science Bubble

Wednesday 9/21

9:30am Rockin Kids Sing-a-long
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
6:30pm Berkeley Fire Department's Office of Emergency Services Home Hardening for Wildfire: Decks and Fences
7:30pm Binny's Cocktail Binny's Trivia Night

Thursday 9/22

5pm Taste of the World Market Thursday Night Food Trucks
5:30pm Berkeley Business Forum: Educational Seminar on Tax Diversification
8pm Fall Waterfront Flicks at Marina Lawn

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