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Simone Spotlight | Selling versus Remodeling
At some point, you will ask yourself should I stay or should I go? Should I invest in remodeling or should I buy a new house?
If you’re asking yourself if you should remodel your home or just move on to a new one, there are probably a few things about your home you don’t love — and that’s no surprise.
No home is perfect! But when you’re asking yourself that question, you’re really asking: Can my dislikes be changed with a remodel? Would that make financial sense? Is remodeling worth the hassle?
Simone Spotlight | Selling versus Remodeling
JULY 10th
At some point, you will ask yourself should I stay or should I go? Should I invest in remodeling or should I buy a new house?
If you’re asking yourself if you should remodel your home or just move on to a new one, there are probably a few things about your home you don’t love — and that’s no surprise.
No home is perfect! But when you’re asking yourself that question, you’re really asking: Can my dislikes be changed with a remodel? Would that make financial sense? Is remodeling worth the hassle?
Everyone’s home, budget, real estate market, and priorities are different. So, settling the remodel-versus-sell debate always varies, depending on who you ask. But, if you’re trying to make the decision for yourself, follow these five key steps.
1. Determine whether remodeling or moving is more cost-effective
You’ll incur costs no matter which path you decide to take, and what makes sense for you might not make sense for another homeowner. For some homeowners, moving is cheaper. For others, it makes more financial sense to renovate the house they already have. To find out the more affordable option for you, make sure to consider all possible expenses in order to make an accurate side-by-side comparison.
Costs of selling
Most sellers are focused on the profit they’ll make when they sell, and they sometimes overlook all of the expenses related to selling. Keep in mind the following common expenses.
Agent Commissions
If you’re selling with a full-service listing agent, and if your buyer is using their own agent, be prepared to pay 6 percent of your sale price in agent commission. You can cut back on some of these expenses by using a discount broker, but you’ll have to do much more of the work yourself.
Moving Costs
Whether you’re doing a DIY move (and paying for boxes, storage, and a rental truck) or a full-service, cross-country move with a professional moving company, everyone pays moving costs in one way or another.
Minor Repairs
Even if you’re not planning on making any sweeping changes to your home to get it ready for listing, there are always touch-ups and minor repairs that need to be done so your home can attract buyers that will pay your desired asking price. According to Zillow research, U.S. homeowners spent an average of $6,570 getting their homes prepped for selling. This includes things like carpet cleaning, painting, lawn care, staging, and cleaning.
Cost of a New Home
Unless you’re deliberately downsizing, you may be considering trading up to a more expensive home. If you decide to sell instead of remodel, and if you want to stay in your same neighborhood or a comparable one, you may find yourself spending more money when you factor in the down payment, monthly mortgage payment, and taxes.
Upsizing Cost
Another often overlooked factor to trading up is the cost of both utilities and maintenance, compared to your old home. More square footage? Expect to spend more money heating and cooling your home. Moving from a condo to a single-family home? You’ll probably spend more on lawn care and exterior home maintenance.
Costs of remodeling
Compared to selling, the costs associated with remodeling are a bit more straightforward. It’s all about how much the renovation is going to cost you when all is said and done. And speaking of costs, you’ll want to make sure you set a budget and avoid overspending on the room you’re remodeling. Here’s an example: If your home is worth $200,000 and your kitchen is 10-15 percent of your square footage, you shouldn’t spend more than $20,000-$30,000 remodeling it.
The first step in figuring out how much your renovations will cost is to get an estimate (or three) from a contractor. Make sure you have a specific estimate for each of the following items.
Permits
Depending on regulations where you live, you won’t usually need a permit for interior cosmetic fixes, like painting or refinishing floors. But you probably will need a permit if you’re making structural changes, adding square footage, or making updates that involve plumbing or electrical. Also, if you live in a community that regulates the look of your home’s exterior — like paint colors — you’ll need to check into permits and restrictions. In general, your contractor should know which permits are required based on the work you’re requesting.
Architectural Plans
When you do a project that requires a permit, you’re often also required to submit architectural plans to the city, so make sure to account for these costs. And if an HOA board is reviewing your renovation plans (say, if you live in a condo), you may need to submit plans to the board, even if the city doesn’t require them.
Materials
The materials you choose for your renovation project can dramatically increase the cost of your renovation. Dreaming of an upscale kitchen with quartz countertops and custom cabinetry? It’s going to cost a lot more than laminate countertops and builder-grade cabinets. And make sure you decide on exactly what you want before construction starts. If you change your mind mid-project, it’ll cost you.
Labor
If your upgrade is anything more than a small DIY project, you’ll probably hire a professional, whether that’s a plumber, electrician, landscaper or general contractor. Labor costs can add up quickly, so keep an eye out for costs you haven’t planned for, like demolition, or time-intensive requests, like intricate tile work.
Additional Expenses
You’ll want to plan ahead for other renovation-related expenses, like a hotel room if you need to temporarily vacate the home for major work, off-site storage space if you’re refinishing the floors, or dining out if your kitchen is unusable.
Financial Costs
You should also decide how you’re going to pay for the remodel. If you’re not paying in cash, calculate how much you’ll pay in interest and how it will affect your finances in the long term. Some of the most common ways people pay for renovations are:
Refinancing: Depending on your current interest rate, you may be able to refinance at a lower rate, which could help you save for renovations.
Cash–out refinancing: If you have enough equity, you could consider doing a cash-out refinance, which lets you refinance at an amount higher than what you owe, essentially giving you access to some of the equity in your home without selling.
HELOC: A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a revolving line of credit secured by the equity in your home. You are charged interest on the amount you use, much like a credit card.
Home equity loan: A bit different than a HELOC, a home equity loan (also called a second mortgage) is a loan you take out on your home, in addition to your existing mortgage.
Hidden Coasts
No home renovation project is without hiccups, so always factor in a cushion of between 10 and 20 percent, just in case you uncover unexpected issues along the way.
2. Research your real estate market
Your local real estate market, and even your specific neighborhood, can make a difference when it comes to deciding whether to sell or renovate. If you live in a hot real estate market, it may make more sense to sell. Here are a few ways to gauge the state of your market:
Research the area: Recent comps should help shed light on what you can expect to sell your house for.
Assess your home’s marketability or appeal to buyers: Does your home need a lot of work before listing? A home in good condition usually sells faster than a fixer-upper, even in a sellers market.
Speak with an agent: An experienced local agent can give you an expert opinion on what your home would sell for.
Consider the neighborhood you’re moving into: If your home has gained lots of value but you want to move to a new house in the same neighborhood, keep in mind that those homes have gone up in value, too, so your equity might not go as far as you think.
3. Evaluate your emotional attachment to the community
There’s more to your sell-versus-renovate decision than just money. If you’ve put down roots in your current neighborhood, moving might not be the best idea. Consider these factors:
Kids: You’re in a desirable school district, and your kids have friends and activities nearby.
Sense of community: You like your neighbors and have a good rapport with the community — that can be hard to find.
Distance to work: Your commute time is low, and a move might require a longer commute.
Activities and fun: Your favorite restaurants, shops, parks, and activities are nearby.
Family: You have family nearby, especially if you count on them for child care or if you have an elderly relative to care for.
4. Consider your timeline needs, whether you want to move or improve
When you decide to move and once you get an offer, the timeline is pretty much set, with the exception of an unexpected change to the close date. Get a feel for the average time it takes to sell a house by observing your local real estate market. The biggest question mark is typically how long it’ll take to get an offer. Once your home is under contract, you should be able to predict the time to close with relative certainty.
But remodeling requires more patience and flexibility. Your contractor might tell you the renovation will take eight weeks, but could then end up extending it if they run into changes, issues, or delays.
5. Be realistic about what a renovation will solve
It’s easy to think that a remodel will solve everything you don’t like about your home, but in reality, it’s not a magic bullet. There are some things that a renovation just can’t fix.
Neighbors: If you have loud or inconsiderate neighbors, no renovation project can make them move away.
Unfavorable school district: If your kids go to public school, you’ll have to send them to their neighborhood school, unless private school is an option.
Home type: If you’re living in a condo but what you really need is a single-family home with a yard and a garage, that’s not something that can be fixed with a renovation.
Square footage: Here’s one more piece of home renovation advice. Adding square footage to a home can be really expensive — and that’s if the city will permit it and if your lot is big enough. If you need a home much bigger than the one you’re living in now, moving may be more cost-effective.
6. Calculate your remodeling return on investment (ROI)
Of course, you’re renovating your home so you can enjoy living in it, but someday you’ll probably want to sell, so factoring in how much of your remodeling budget you’ll recoup at resale is important to decide if you should remodel or sell.
One helpful tool in calculating which renovations will give you the most bang for your buck is the 2018 Cost vs. Value Report, which can be filtered by region. Search through 21 common home improvements to find the ones that will be the most worthwhile in terms of resale value. In the tables below, we’ve chosen mid-range improvements — renovations with middle-of-the-road materials, not luxury finishes.
Most cost-effective mid-range home improvements
Project Cost | Resale | ROI
Manufactured stone veneer
$8,221 | $7,986 | 97.10%
Entry door replacement (steel)
$1,471 | $1,344| 91.30%
Deck addition (wood)
$10,950 | $9,065 | 82.80%
Minor kitchen remodel
$21,198 | $17,193 | 81.10%
Siding replacement
$15,072 | $11,554 | 76.70%
Least cost-effective mid-range home improvements
Project Cost | Resale | ROI
Backyard patio
$54,130 | $25,769 | 47.60%
Master suite addition
$123,420 | $69,807 | 56.60%
Major kitchen remodel
$63,829 | $37,637 | 59.00%
Bathroom addition
$44,717 | $26,769 | 59.90%
Deck addition (composite)
$17,668 | $11,239 | 63.60%
When to prioritize personal needs
Your ROI is important, but so is your happiness, so keep that in mind when deciding on your renovation project. If you love to garden and would get endless hours of enjoyment out of a backyard greenhouse, but it’s not likely to be a feature that appeals to the majority of buyers down the road, that’s OK — you should enjoy your home while you’re living in it.
7. Understand the risks of over-improving
If your tastes have outgrown your local market, it might be time to consider a move. There are financial risks in creating an extravagant luxury home in a mid-priced neighborhood — when it comes time to sell, you’re unlikely to recoup very much of the money you put into the project.
Should I remodel or move to a luxury home?
If a top-of-the-line, luxury or custom home is what you’re dreaming of, you might think twice before renovating your existing home, because there’s a financial risk in over-improving your area.
Unless you live in a pricey neighborhood already, you can easily over-improve your home, which means that when you go to sell it, you’re unlikely to recoup much of your cost. If you want that high-end home and you can afford it, you might be better off moving into a luxury home in a neighborhood where the market can support the price.
East Bay Weekly Events
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Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
JULY 07 - JUly 13
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Here are the local events that you can attend this week.
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Friday 07/07
All Day Alameda County Fair
10:30am Berkeley Public Library Free Bike Repair @North
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
2pm Oakland Public Library Festival of Knowledge: The Health Connection
2:30pm Oakland Public Library Little Explorers Petting Zoo
3pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Graffiti Workshop at Lakeview
3pm Berkeley Public Library Perry Yan Magic @Claremont
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA: Cool Down for Summer and Celebrate East Bay Creeks and Waterways
5pm The Mercury News Pre screening of new Hollywood movie "Sight"
5pm Visit Oakland First Friday Street Festival
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday July 7, 2023 Early Show
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
8pm Eventbrite SF Ghost Hunting Tour in Chinatown with a Paranormal Investigator
8pm Eventbrite Tuesday People presents: Christmas in July
8pm 510families Summer Movies in the Park: Minions: The Rise of Gru
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday July 7, 2023 Late Show
Saturday 07/08
All Day Alameda County Fair
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
10:30am Oakland Public Library Firelight Shadow Theater
11am Oakland Public Library Club de Lectura en Español / Spanish Book Club
1pm Oakland Museum of California Gallery Activation Hour
1:30pm Berkeley Public Library Death Cafe @West
2pm Berkeley Public Library Berkeley Walks @North
4pm 510families Blankets & Blockbusters: DC League of Super-Pets
7pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday July 8, 2023 Early Show
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
1pm Prima Materia Wine Tasting
8:30pm 510families Waterfront Flicks – Back To The Future
8:30pm Visit Oakland Nuthouse at The Golden Squirrel: A Weekly No-Cover Comedy Cabaret
8:30pm Jack London Square WATERFRONT FLICKS - BACK TO THE FUTURE (PG)
9:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday July 8, 2023 Late Show
Sunday 07/09
All Day Alameda County Fair
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
10am Oakland Public Library Mam Language & Culture Workshops
10am The Mercury News Tech Topple: Watch The Dominos Fall
11am Oakland Public Library Community Skateboarding Meetup
2pm Oakland Public Library Sunday Puzzle Competition
3pm Jack London Square OAKTOWN JAZZ WORKSHOPS PRESENTS AIDAN MCCARTHY'S MANZANITA GROUP
6pm FunCheap Sazon Latin-American Food Festival (Alameda)
11:59pm Eventbrite Latin Sundays afterparty: all-night/all-inclusive Silent Disco Memorial Day
12pm FunCheap 2023 Alameda County Fair Final Day
Monday 07/10
All Day Alameda County Fair
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
11:59pm Eventbrite Latin Sundays afterparty: all-night/all-inclusive Silent Disco Memorial Day
Tuesday 07/11
All Day Alameda County Fair
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
10am Berkeley Public Library Gentle Yoga @North
11am Jack London Square BLOOD DRIVE
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
1:30pm Oakland Public Library Insect Discovery Lab
2pm Oakland Public Library East Bay Regional Parks
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
6pm Montclair Village Lawyers in the Library
6:30pm Oakland Public Library Coventry & Kaluza
8:30pm FunCheap $6 Drive-In Movie Night in Concord & San Jose
Wednesday 07/12
All Day Alameda County Fair
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
6pm Oakland Public Library Berkeley Rep Docent Talk: Out of Character
6:30pm The Mercury News Head Games Trivia Night @ Ludwig's Biergarten - Mountain View
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
Thursday 07/13
All Day Alameda County Fair
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
10am The Good Life Stress Busters!
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
5pm The Mercury News History Still Life Drawing with Los Gatos Library
5pm Visit Oakland Lincoln Summer Nights Carnival with Circus Bella
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center MAKE & SIP
6pm Berkeley Public Library Collage to Coltrane @THPS
7:30pm Visit Oakland The Remy Le Boeuf / Alan Ferber Jazz Orchestra at the Sound Room
8pm Visit Oakland F Bomb Presents: Hofkuche Comedy
Simone Spotlight | Reasons to Hire a Home Stager
Home staging can be an excellent way to show off a home to prospective buyers. It creates a mood, and a feeling, and allows the buyers to actually see themselves in the home.
Here are a few reasons why you should consider using a professional home stager.
Reasons to hire a Home Stager
JUly 3rd
Home staging can be an excellent way to show off a home to prospective buyers. It creates a mood, and a feeling, and allows the buyers to actually see themselves in the home.
Home staging is meant to highlight your home’s most impressive assets and helps buyers imagine themselves living there.
Staging your property effectively can make a world of difference in its selling process. On the other hand, if you don’t do it correctly, the whole thing can backfire. That’s why you should consider working with a professional home stager.
Here are a few reasons why hiring a home stager is a great idea.
They’ll Have a Different Perspective
You may love or hate the property you’re selling. Your perspective on it is attached to the feelings you have about it, and you may be unable to be objective. Working with a home stager will bring a new pair of eyes, and their objectivity will allow them to work on staging the property in a more effective manner.
They’ll Explore the Property’s Potential
The home stager will be able to see your property for what it is and what it has to offer. Since they have experience, they know what will work for it, and they will arrange everything in a way that will allow you to show off the property’s potential and its best features.
It Will Help Sell Your Place Fast
Having a house sit “on-sale” can be dangerous. Many suitors see a property with a long selling history as a “risky” business investment. Hiring a home stager will help you avoid having an empty property for a long time. Not only will you be selling the place faster, but you will also be selling it much better.
They Have a Network
To stage a property, you need furniture, paint, new lighting, and other jobs to get the place looking fabulous. All of this can add up and cost a small fortune. Home stagers work with contractors, painters, and more on a regular basis, and they can have a network they can get special deals from.
They’re Experienced
A home stager has the necessary experience to get your property to stand out in the market. This is valuable since the real estate industry can be tricky to get through, and you’ll need an expert who can help you navigate it in a successful manner.
It Gives You an Edge
Do you know how many properties are on the market? Do you know how many are looking to buy real estate? Needless to say, it is a highly competitive market. For that reason, you should do what’s in your power to get a leg up on the other places that are up for sale. A home stager can provide that edge for you, as they know exactly how to present your place to make it as appealing as possible.
After all of the stress that comes with putting a property up for sale, it is a good idea to let someone else do the job for once. Plus, you’ll be able to rest assured that they have the expertise to help your place sell better and faster.
East Bay Weekly Events
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Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
JUNE 30 - JUly 06
Join us under the East Bay sun for a weekly BBQ feast.
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Friday 06/30
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
1pm Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL HOURS
1:45pm Alameda County Fair HORSE RACING
1pm Alameda County Fair 626 Night Market
2pm Oakland Public Library East Bay Vivarium
5pm Oakland Museum of California FRIDAY NIGHTS AT OMCA FEATURING SKIP THE NEEDLE
5:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center HIKE & SIP
5:45pm Black Cultural Zone BLACK CULTURAL ZONE’S COMMUNITY BBQ DINNER FOR LEGACY RESIDENTS OF OAKLAND
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center SUNSET SCIENCE: ASTEROID DAY
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
6:30 510families Moonlight Movies: Lightyear
6:40 Visit Oakland Athletics vs. White Sox (History of Hip-Hop Fireworks Show)
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
8pm Alameda County Fair CONCERT HOURS
Saturday 07/01
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
9pm Eventbrite Firecracker @Lux Oak Pre 4th Of July Party
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level!
10am FunCheap 2023 Fillmore Jazz Festival
10:30am Oakland Public Library Per Sia's Drag Queen Storytime
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS\
11:30am Oakland Public Library Germar the Magician
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
1pm Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL HOURS
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
2pm Oakland Public Library Belly Dance Performance with Nicole Maria!
2pm Berkeley Public Library Learn to Play Ukulele @THPSouth
5:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center HIKE & SIP
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
7pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday July 1, 2023 Early Show
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
8pm Alameda County Fair CONCERT HOURS
8:30pm Jack London Square WATERFRONT FLICKS - FINDING DORY (PG)
9:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday July 1, 2023 Late Show
10pm FunCheap Stanford’s San Jose Earthquakes Fireworks Show | 2023
Sunday 07/02
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
10am FunCheap 2023 Fillmore Jazz Festival
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
1pm Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL HOURS
1:45pm Alameda County Fair HORSE RACING
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
8pm Alameda County Fair CONCERT HOURS
9pm Eventbrite Firecracker @Lux Oak Pre 4th Of July Party
Monday 07/03
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
8pm Alameda County Fair CONCERT HOURS
Tuesday 07/04
10am FunCheap Sausalito’s 4th of July Parade & Fireworks Celebration (2023)
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
1:45pm Alameda County Fair HORSE RACING
4pm Eventbrite San Francisco Fourth of July Pub Crawl & Hot Dog Eating Contest
4pm Eventbrite San Francisco Independence Day Pub Crawl
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
7pm Eventbrite July 4th Fireworks Dinner Cruise
7:30pm Eventbrite San Francisco 4th of July Party Cruise - Pier Pressure
7:30pm Eventbrite Rock the Yacht: 4th of July Fireworks Party Cruise Aboard Empress Yacht
Wednesday 07/05
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level!
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
1pm Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL HOURS
1:30pm Oakland Public Library Firelight Shadow Theater
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
5pm Berkeley Public Library Knitting Circle @North
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Monsieur Hulot's Holiday @Claremont
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
8pm Alameda County Fair CONCERT HOURS
Thursday 07/06
10:15am Oakland Public Library East Bay Vivarium
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair FAIR HOURS
1pm Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL HOURS
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Family Game Night @West
6pm Berkeley Public Library Teamwork Thursdays @Claremont
6pm Alameda County Fair MOVIE HOURS
7pm Montclair Village Montclair Neighborhood Council /Montclair Organized Neighborhood Leaders Monthly Public Meeting
8pm Comedy Oakland Live - Thursday June 29, 2023
8pm Alameda County Fair CONCERT HOURS
Simone Spotlight | Where to Celebrate 4h of July in the East Bay
In case you want to plan 4th of July celebrations of the family we have a list of events including pancake breakfasts, 4k runs, BBQ, concerts in the park and fireworks!
Check out the events near you!
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The East Bay Summer Camps with Available Sessions
Need to find a summer camp in the East Bay for the summer? Look no further. Here is a list of summer camps for your kids to enjoy.
This list was created to fit every interest your child may have whether it’s athletic, coding, art, yoga, theater, music, etc.
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East Bay Weekly Events
Join the excitement of the East Bay’s weekly events!
Discover captivating activities, indulge in local food, and create unforgettable memories.
Here are some highlights to look forward to:
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
JUNE 23 - JUNE 29
Join the excitement of the East Bay’s weekly events!
Discover captivating activities, indulge in local food, and create unforgettable memories.
Here are some highlights to look forward to:
Friday 06/23
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
1:45pm Alameda County Fair HORSE RACING
2pm FunCheap Stern Grove RSVPs Opens at 2p: San Francisco Symphony (7/23)
5pm FunCheap Road Trip: Sacramento’s Free Summer 2023 Concerts (June 23)
5pm FunCheap “Friday Nights at OMCA with Off the Grid” Block Party + DJs (Oakland)
5pm Oakland Museum of California Friday Nights at OMCA Featuring Barry Hollins Presents Let’s Lab! Performances
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 23, 2023 Early Show
8pm Alameda County Fair Live Summer Concerts
8pm The Mercury News Tech Flicks: Come See JAWS in the Dome
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 23, 2023 Late Show
Saturday 06/24
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level!
10am 510families Martinez Beaver Festival
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am Black Cultural Zone Oakland 16th Annual Juneteenth Bay Area Close Out Celebration
11am Visit Oakland LakeFest 2023
11am FunCheap Oakland 16th Annual Juneteenth Celebration & Street Festival, Freedom Day
12pm Black Cultural Zone Interfaith in the Park
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
1:45pm Alameda County Fair HORSE RACING
2pm Alameda County Fair Tasting Fests AT THE STELLA ARTOIS GRANDSTAND
3pm Visit Oakland Fallen Heroes, Rising Stars: A Juneteenth Celebration Through Dance
5pm Eventbrite Sizzling Summer Showcase
5pm Chabot Space & Science Center HIKE & SIP
6pm Visit Oakland Club Y2k ON THE BAY
7pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday June 24, 2023 Early Show
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
8pm Alameda County Fair Live Summer Concerts
8:30pm Jack London Square WATERFRONT FLICKS - MEAN GIRLS (PG-13)
8:30pm Visit Oakland Nuthouse at The Golden Squirrel: A Weekly No-Cover Comedy Cabaret
9:30pm Eventbrite Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday June 24, 2023 Late Show
Sunday 06/25
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
10am FunCheap Thrive City Weekly Fitness Class (SF)
10am 510families Electrify Expo
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12:30pm Alameda County Fair Fiesta at the Fair
1:45pm Alameda County Fair HORSE RACING
3pm Black Cultural Zone Shop & Skate
4pm Visit Oakland Sunset Sundays: Soulful & Eclectic Concerts on the Oakland Waterfront
4pm Eventbrite WINECLASS: Loire Valley
5pm Eventbrite Sizzling Summer Showcase
8pm Alameda County Fair Live Summer Concerts
11:59pm Eventbrite Latin Sundays afterparty: all-night/all-inclusive Silent Disco Memorial Day
Monday 06/26
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
Tuesday 06/27
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
8pm FunCheap SF’s Iconic Punchline Comedy Club: Secret Guest List
Wednesday 06/28
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
All Day Visit Oakland Oakland Roots Soccer Home Game
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level!
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
6pm Eventbrite The Mom Walk Co. El Dorado Hills Sip & Shop
Thursday 06/29
All Day Alameda County Fair CARNIVAL
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
1pm Alameda County Fair Fair Food Bites
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
4pm 510families Love Wins: An All-Ages Variety Show
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center PLANT & SIP
6pm Oakland Museum of California Gathering in the Garden
6pm FunCheap Free “Movies on the Square” Top Gun Maverick (Redwood City)
6:30pm 510families Music & Market Concert Series
8pm Comedy Oakland Live - Thursday June 29, 2023
Simone Spotlight | Summer Movies in the Park
The East Bay summer lineup for outdoor movies is available here. Plan to have some fun with your family with a movie in the park!
Summer Movies in the Park
JUNE 19th
Summer is here and the 2023 summer movies lineup has begun!
Here are the East Bay Outdoor Movies:
Saturday, June 24, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Mean Girls @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, June 30, 2023
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm: Moonlight Movies: Lightyear @ Danville Community Center & Town Green, Danville
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: Minions The Rise of Gru @ Strawberry Creek Park, Berkeley
Saturday, July 1, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Back To The Future @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, July 7, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Minions: The Rise of Gru @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
Saturday, July 8, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Finding Dory @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, July 14, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Dive-In Movie: Princess & The Frog (RSVP) @ Encinal Swim Center, Alameda
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm: Moonlight Movies: Emperor's New Groove @ Danville Community Center & Town Green, Danville
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Night at the Museum @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: Puss in Boots - The Last Wish @ San Pablo Park, Berkeley
Saturday, July 15, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Lilo & Stitch @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Minions: The Rise of Gru @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, July 21, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Lightyear @ Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, Alameda
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: The Croods 2: A New Age @ Piedmont Park, Piedmont
Friday, July 28, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:15 pm: Movies in the Park: DC League of Super Pets @ James Kenney Park & Community Center, Berkeley
Friday, August 11, 2023
8:15 pm - 10:00 pm: Movies in the Park: Turning Red @ Cedar Rose Park, Berkeley
Friday, August 18, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Movies in the Park: Turning Red @ Piedmont Park, Piedmont
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
Saturday, August 19, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Shrek 2 @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
Friday, August 25, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Space Jame: A New Legacy @ Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, Alameda
8:00 pm - 9:45 pm: Movies in the Park: Strange World @ Willard Park, Berkeley
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Encanto @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
Friday, September 8, 2023
7:30 pm - 9:15 pm: Movies in the Park: Vivo @ Glendale La Loma Park, Berkeley
Friday, September 15, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Top Gun: Maverick @ Leydecker Park, Alameda
Saturday, September 16, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Matilda @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
Friday, September 22, 2023
7:15 pm - 9:15 pm: Movies in the Park: Matilda @ Piedmont Park, Piedmont
7:15 pm - 9:00 pm: Movies in the Park: The War with Grandpa @ Codornices Park, Berkeley
Saturday, September 30, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm: Movies in the Park: Disney Nature - Wings of Life @ Shorebird Park Nature Center, Berkeley
Friday, October 6, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: The Super Mario Bros Movie @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
East Bay Weekly Events
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth with a variety of music, food, and goods vendors, health classes, and art displays that will make sure to be fun for the whole family.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
JUNE 16 - JUNE 22
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth with a variety of music, food, and goods vendors, health classes, and art displays that will make sure to be fun for the whole family.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Friday 06/16
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
10am FunCheap Disney and Pixar’s Pop-up “Elemental Experience” in San Mateo
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
1pm Berkeley Public Library Drag Queen Loteria @CCR
2pm Oakland Public Library Coventry & Kaluza
4pm Black Cultural Zone ADAMIKA VILLAGE PRESENTS SISTERHOOD OF ELDERS “Pamper Healing Circle”
5pm Black Cultural Zone Salsa ‘N’ Skate Juneteenth Fusion Celebration During Liberation Month
5pm Oakland Museum of California FRIDAY NIGHTS AT OMCA FEATURING ODUN AYO: A JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION WITH OUSD
5:30pm Visit Oakland The 4th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee "A Cultural Experience"
6:30pm 510families Moonlight Movies: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
6:40pm A’s 2023 Fireworks and Drone Light Shows
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 16, 2023 Early Show
8:30pm 510families Movies in the Park: From the Rough
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 16, 2023 Late Show
9:40pm FunCheap Free A’s Post-Game Pixar Themed Drone Show | Oakland
Saturday 06/17
Visit Oakland 14th Annual Juneteenth Festival presented by Afrocentric Oakland
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level!
10am FunCheap Disney and Pixar’s Pop-up “Elemental Experience” in San Mateo
10:30am Oakland Public Library Ricky Roo Puppets
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am Fun Cheap Angel Island “Family Day” 2023 Festival (RT Ferry Ride + Lunch Included)
11am Fun Cheap SF’s 2023 Juneteenth Freedom Celebration, Block Party & Free Carnival Rides
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
12pm Eventbrite FAM BAM! Oakland's 14th Annual Juneteenth Festival!
12pm Montclair Village Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival
12pm Black Cultural Zone FAM BAM Oakland’s 14th Annual Juneteenth Festival
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
2pm Berkeley Public Library Juneteenth Celebration with the California Bluerunners Zydeco Music from Southwest Louisiana @THP South
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY SLUMBER WITH THE STARS
6pm Oakland Museum of California WADE IN THE WATER: A JOURNEY INTO BLACK SURFING AND AQUATIC CULTURE
7pm Oakland Zoo Night at Oakland Roots Oakland Roots SC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at Cal State University, East Bay
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
Sunday 06/18
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
10am Camron-Stanford House "Oakland the Beautiful" A Community Art Show at Camron-Stanford House
10am FunCheap Disney and Pixar’s Pop-up “Elemental Experience” in San Mateo
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am Eventbrite Happy Father's Day Brunch
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
12pm Fourth Street FATHER'S DAY COOKIES, MUSIC & PLANT REPOTTING
1pm Eventbrite Bakermat / Summertime Radness
8pm 510families Movie Nights: Are We There Yet?
Monday 06/19
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
Tuesday 06/20
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Afro-Punk Film Screening and Q&A w/ James Spooner @Central
Wednesday 06/21
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours Take your next Zoo visit to a whole new level!
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
12pm Alameda County Fair Food Drive | 2023 Alameda County Fair
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
7pm Camron-Stanford House Summer SOULstice (Yoga in the Garden)
Thursday 06/22
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp 2023
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
12pm Alameda County Fair Returns for 2023 w/ Fireworks & Drone Show
12pm Alameda County Fair 2023 Alameda County Fair’s $3 “Fair Bites” Thursday
5pm Oakland Zoo Walk in the Wild 2023 Oakland Zoo’s 29th Annual Walk in the Wild: An Epicurean Escapade!
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center SPACE SPRAY PAINT & SIP
8pm Comedy Oakland Live Black Creatives Matter Presents: Dick Gregory Taught Me
Celebrate 4th of July in the East Bay
Celebrate the 4th of July in the East Bay with pancake breakfasts, 5k runs, dog parades, and concerts in the park, and end the day with a grand finale fireworks display.
Here is a list of when and where you can watch fireworks and celebrate 4th of July with your family.
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June 2023 | Market Report
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Simone Spotlight | How to Celebrate Juneteenth
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Wondering how to celebrate this year’s Juneteenth in the East Bay? Here is a list of places to go.
Simone Spotlight | How to Celebrate Juneteenth
JUNE 12th
Afrocentric Oakland’s 14th Annual Juneteenth Festival
Afrocentric Oakland’s beloved yearly Juneteenth Festival returns on June 17 with an array of live music performances, vendors, art installations, and other activities. This large-scale event draws in eager crowds every year, with attendees in their breeziest outfits coming together to sing, dance and celebrate freedom.
This year’s festival will be headlined by Vallejo rapper LaRussell and hosted by writer and poet Prentice Powell, comedian J. Rich and artist-activist RyanNicole.
General admission tickets are $25.
Date | June 17
Location | Lake Merritt Amphitheater, Oakland
Juneteenth in Richmond
The centerpiece for Richmond’s Juneteenth celebrations is its lively annual parade: a joyous procession made up of the city’s local leaders, youth groups, and community organizations.
The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the Booker T. Anderson Center and will be followed by an 11 a.m. festival that includes live music, family activities, and more.
Date | June 17
Location | Nicholl Park, Richmond
36th Annual Berkeley Juneteenth Festival
The longstanding Berkeley Juneteenth Festival returns with vendors and musical performances that include Oakland jazz artist Sonny Fairley, reggae singer Junior Toots, musical trio Guitar Trifecta and other local talents. Since its first iteration in 1987, the festival not only emphasizes the historical significance of Black emancipation but also the steps community members can take today to work toward healing and justice.
Preceding the festival is a weeklong schedule of programming from June 11–17 that includes an open house at Berkeley’s African American Holistic Resource Center, workshops on identifying and working through intergenerational trauma, using legal and policy tools to support formerly incarcerated individuals and how to document and preserve family stories. There will also be a farmer’s market specifically aimed towards supporting residents living in South Berkeley, an area that has seen limited fresh food access.
Date | June 18
Location | Adeline and Alcatraz, Berkeley
GHTech and KitsCubed Juneteenth Tech Summit
When Oakland software engineer and educator George Hofstetter founded GHTech, he aimed to uplift and encourage people of marginalized communities to carve out their own space in the tech world. Hofstetter became aware of the lack of diverse voices in the field and sought to change that, creating a lecture series highlighting Black creativity and the intersections of social justice and technology at various HBCU campuses across the U.S.
In collaboration with KitsCubed — an Oakland organization dedicated to youth-oriented science education — GHTech will conclude its lecture series with a celebratory tech summit on June 19, where people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels can network and listen to talks on hacktivism and technology through the lens of Black liberation. The event is free to attend and will run from 5–9 p.m.
Date | June 19
Location | Broadway Event Hall, Oakland
East Bay Weekly Events
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
While enjoying the East Bay’s activities and Downtown Berkeley's culinary scene, take a break and treasure excellent meals from local chefs.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
JUNE 9 - JUNE 15
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
While enjoying the East Bay’s activities and Downtown Berkeley's culinary scene, take a break and treasure excellent meals from local chefs.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Friday 06/09
Fun Cheap $10 Day: San Mateo County Fair 2023
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Berkeley Public Library Luna Dance in the Library!
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
2pm Oakland Public Library Insect Discovery Lab
2:30pm Oakland Public Library Little Explorers Petting Zoo
3pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Make Tiny Art at 81st Ave.
5pm Oakland Museum of California FRIDAY NIGHTS AT OMCA FEATURING ARCHIVING GOLD WITH GOLD BEAMS
5pm Fun Cheap “Off the Grid” Fort Mason: Night Market & Food Truck Party (2023)
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 9, 2023 Early Show
8pm Eventbrite Vertical.Show
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 9, 2023 Late Show
Saturday 06/10
Fun Cheap $10 Day: San Mateo County Fair 2023
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am Oakland Public Library Club de Lectura en Español / Spanish Book Club
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
1pm Black Cultural Zone Mo’ Roots Fest @ Liberation Park During Liberation Month 2023
2pm Berkeley Public Library Bay Curious with Olivia Allen-Price @North
2pm Oakland Public Library Garden Day @ West Oakland Library!
3pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Hip-Hop and Fashion Workshop at Montclair
7pm Eventbrite Vertical.Show
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Visit Oakland Ladies Soul Revolution 2: The Bay! at Yoshi's
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
Sunday 06/11
Fun Cheap $10 Day: San Mateo County Fair 2023
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
10am Camron-Stanford House "Oakland the Beautiful" A Community Art Show at Camron-Stanford House
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
1pm Oakland Museum of California ARCHIVING GOLD: EVERYDAY PEOPLE IN OAKLAND STORYTELLING OUR HISTORY (PART II)
2pm Eventbrite Taste of Downtown Berkeley
3pm Eventbrite Vertical.Show
7pm The Mercury News Black Book
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
11:59pm Eventbrite Latin Sundays afterparty: all-night/all-inclusive Silent Disco Memorial Day
Monday 06/12
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
11:59pm Eventbrite Latin Sundays afterparty: all-night/all-inclusive Silent Disco Memorial Day
Tuesday 06/13
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
3pm Berkeley Public Library Under the Sea Crafternoons @Claremont
4pm Berkeley Public Library Juneteenth Freedom Day Craft Social @West
6pm Berkeley Public Library Gardening for Renters @Central
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
Wednesday 06/14
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
10am Oakland Zoo CLOSING EARLY for Friends of the Wild Exclusive Afternoon
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
4:30pm Berkeley Public Library Virtual Japanese Language Series
5:30pm Oakland Chamber of Commerce 118th Annual Meeting and Celebration
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Dykes, Camera, Action! @Claremont
6:30pm Camron-Stanford House Curious Cat Literary Society Meeting
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
Thursday 06/15
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER’S MARKETS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
5pm Eventbrite Father's Day Celebration
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center MAKE & SIP
6pm Berkeley Public Library Teamwork Thursdays @Claremont
8pm Comedy Oakland Live - Thursday June 15, 2023
8:30pm Fun Cheap “Sundown Cinema” 2023: SF’s Free Film Night in the Park
Simone Spotlight | Summer Camps in the East Bay with Open Enrollment Pt. 1
If you're searching for Summer camps with open enrollment in the East Bay, look no further. We have compiled a list of diverse and exciting options.
From sports and outdoor activities to STEM-centered camps, music, theater, language, and more! Here is a list of summer camps with open enrollment in the East Bay!
Summer Camps Open for Enrollment
june 5th
If you're searching for Summer camps with open enrollment in the East Bay, look no further. We have compiled a list of diverse and exciting options.
From sports and outdoor activities to STEM-centered camps, music, theater, language, and more! Here is a list of summer camps with open enrollment in the East Bay!
Aventura Summer Camp at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI)
Campers participate in interest-based, engaging, innovative, and age-appropriate enriching activities in Spanish, STEAM, and Global Arts, led by outstanding school faculty and renowned industry partners. Aventura Summer Camp offers extended care options for PK-4th grade campers.
Hours | 8:45 am to 3 pm (dates and hours may vary by location)
Drop Off | 7:30 am
Pick Up | 6 pm
Cost | $490 per week for core program
Camp Season (2023): From June 26th - Aug. 11th
Locations | Emeryville, Oakland
Shu Ren Mandarin Immersion Summer Camp
Shu Ren campers will learn Mandarin through the lens of inquiry, as they engage in hands-on activities that explore scientific discoveries, visual and culinary art from around the world. Camp is designed for all levels of Mandarin language learners, even beginners.
Hours | 8:30 am to 3 pm
Drop Off | 8 am
Pick Up | 5:30 pm
Grades | K - 3rd grade - *They have 2 sessions available from June 19th to July 28th
Cost | $500 per week based on 2 and 3 week long sessions
Camp Season (2023): From June 19th - Aug. 11th
Locations | Berkeley
The Lawrence Summer Camps
Campers become budding engineers, biologists, and astronomers when they immerse themselves in our classrooms, exhibits, and other learning spaces. Sign your aspiring young scientist up today for a fun summer of exploration and discovery at UC Berkeley's public science center!
Hours | 9 am to 4 pm
Drop Off | 9 am
Pick Up | 4 pm
Grades | 1st - 6th grade
Cost | $1,395 per two-week session
Camp Season (2023): From June 5th - Aug. 11th
Locations | Berkeley
iD Tech
Register today for camps at inspiring universities across the Bay Area. Your child will walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic of the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years! Coding, game dev, robotics, and more.
Hours | 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Drop Off | 8:30 am
Pick Up | 5:30 pm
Grades | 1st - 12th grade
Cost | $1,049 USD/Week
Camp Season (2023): From June 12th - Aug. 4th
Locations | Berkeley, SF/Marin, East Bay, Other
Firecracker Math Summer Camp
Math camp for curious and challenge-loving kids ages 6 to 16. Instructions employ math games, projects, and magic tricks, sparking kids’ interest in math and boosting their skills and confidence. Morning classes are followed by fun activities in the afternoon.
Hours | 9 am to 4 pm
Drop Off | 8:30 am
Pick Up | 5:30 pm
Grades | 1st - 11th grade
Costs | $75 per half-day (math-only). $120 per day. $325 per week for half-day (math-only) camp. $525 per week. Multi-week & sibling discount. Financial aid is available. AM care $50, PM care $125.
Camp Season (2023): From June 12th - Aug. 4th
Locations | Alameda, Berkeley, Oakland, Piedmont, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, SF/Marin
UC Berkeley Youth Recreation (formerly Cal Youth Camps)
UC Berkeley Youth Recreation offers a wide variety of award-winning summer camps, sports and outdoor activities, including swimming, sailing, windsurfing, skateboarding, gymnastics, martial arts, rock climbing, and more for ages 4-17. Drop-ins, 1- and 2-week sessions, extended care.
Hours | 9 am to 4 pm
Drop Off | 7:30 am
Pick Up | 6 pm
Grades | K - 12th grade
Costs | $465 per week. $650 per two weeks. Payment plans & financial aid available.
Camp Season (2023): From June 5th - Aug. 11th
Locations | Berkeley
Mr. D's Music Club
Mr. D's Music Club's multi-award-winning summer camps offer high-energy days of singing, dancing, acting, art, fun, and friends. Camp includes picnic lunches, games, talent shows, pizza lunch, and a Friday performance for friends & family. Discover one of Oakland’s "best-kept secrets."
Hours | 9 am to 3:30 pm
Drop Off | 8:45 am
Pick Up | 3:45 pm
Grades | 3 - 7th grade
Costs | $450 per week.
Camp Season (2023): From June 5th - Aug. 4th
Locations | Oakland
24-7 UK Soccer Academy Camps
First-timers and seasoned soccer players will love 24-7 soccer camps. Run by professional coaches, camps emphasize fun and skill development while building leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Choose Recreational Fun Camp, Competitive Technical Training Camp, or Goalkeeper Training Camp.
Hours | 8:30 am to 11:30 am, 8:30 am to 3 pm, or 12 pm to 3pm
Drop Off | 8 am
Pick Up | 3:30 pm
Grades | K - 10th grade
Costs | $289 per week of half-day camp | $429 per week of full-day camp | $279 - $385 per week for Technical Training Camps
Camp Season (2023): From June 5th - Aug. 4th
Locations | Alameda, Castro Valley, Oakland, Piedmont
Little Theater Company
Over 2 weeks campers will audition, memorize lines, learn choreography, create backdrops, imagine costumes, and rehearse. Campers work together to put on a 1-hour show with traditional camp activities and playtime in between. The atmosphere is encouraging and joyful.
Hours | 9 am to 3 pm
Drop Off | 8 am
Pick Up | 6 pm
Grades | K - 6th grade
Costs | $970 per week ($250 for before & after care for 2 weeks)
Camp Season (2023): From June 19th - Aug. 4th
Locations | Alameda, Oakland
Future Star Baseball Summer Camp
Future Star Baseball summer camps are celebrating its 20th summer camp season! Players of all ability level will receive expert instruction and play lots of fun games. Campers will come home happy and exhausted as they improve baseball skills.
Hours | 9 am to 4 pm
Drop Off | 8:30 am
Pick Up | 5:30 pm
Grades | K - 7th grade
Costs | $415 per week (multi week discount available)
Camp Season (2023): From May 29th - Aug. 11th
Locations | Oakland, Piedmont
TechKnowHow LEGO & Coding Camps
TechKnowHow Camps offer week-long programs with a LEGO, Minecraft, Robotics, Roblox or Coding focus for ages 5-13. Camps feature small-group sessions, enthusiastic instructors, new programs each year, and over 28 years of experience successfully serving Bay Area students!
Hours | 9 am to 3:30 pm
Drop Off | 8:30 am
Pick Up | 5 pm
Grades | K - 7th grade
Costs | $535 per week (Oakland). Extended care available at some locations for extra fee.
Camp Season (2023): From May 29th - Aug. 11th
Locations | Fremont, Oakland, SF/Marin, East Bay (other)
For more information on summer activities and camps check out the Alameda Summer guide. Download the Alameda summer guide here.
East Bay Weekly Events
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Join us as we unwind, kick back, and enjoy a complimentary movie as the moon and stars shine! 👀
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
JUNE 2 - JUNE 8
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Join us as we unwind, kick back, and enjoy a complimentary movie as the moon and stars shine! 👀
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Friday 06/02
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
12pm Alameda County Fair Jurassic Quest
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
2pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Learn to Breakdance at Golden Gate
4:30pm Berkeley Public Library Leamos autoras: club de lectura en español
5pm Oakland Museum of California FRIDAY NIGHTS AT OMCA FEATURING ALPHABET ROCKERS
5pm Black Cultural Zone First Friday – Black Cultural Zone Liberation Month Kick-Off Event
5pm Visit Oakland First Friday Street Festival
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center FIRST FRIDAYS CLIMATE SERIES: ATMOSPHERIC EXTREMES
6:30pm 510families Starlight Movies in the Park: Minions: Rise of Gru
7pm Oakland Public Library Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Performances and 2023 Announcement
7:30pm The Mercury News Orchestra & Wind Ensemble
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Visit Oakland An Evening of Flamenco at The Sound Room
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday June 02, 2023 Early Show
8pm FunCheap ILLENIUM Live at Chase Center (SF)
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday J
Saturday 06/03
9am Alameda County Fair Jurassic Quest
10am Oakland Public Library Making Sense of Medicare
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
10am 510families FREE Family Movie Matinee: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
10:30am Oakland Public Library Coventry & Kaluza
11am City of Oakland GPU Pop-Up | East Oakland Futures Fest
11am Oakland Public Library East Bay Vivarium
11am Oakland Public Library Artificial Intelligence Theatre
11am Oakland Public Library Gelli Prints Workshop
11am Oakland Public Library Pride Party// Fiesta de Orgullo
11am Black Cultural Zone East Oakland Futures Fest During Liberation Month
11am Jack London Square PATCHWORK SHOW MAKERS MARKET
1pm Oakland Public Library Pride Celebration: Circus fun with Coventry and Kaluza
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
2pm Berkeley Public Library Poet Linda Lancione @ Claremont
3pm Oakland Public Library Pride Celebration: Queer Taiko
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday June 03, 2023 Early Show
8pm FunCheap ILLENIUM Live at Chase Center (SF)
9:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday June 03, 2023 Late Show
Sunday 06/04
3am Black Cultural Zone Shop & Skate During Liberation Month
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
9am Alameda County Fair Jurassic Quest
10am Camron-Stanford House "Oakland the Beautiful" A Community Art Show at Camron-Stanford House
11am Black Cultural Zone AKOMA Grand Market Father’s Day Celebration During Liberation Month
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER'S MARKET - NEW OPERATOR
12pm 510families Model Trains at the Golden State Model Railroad Museum
3pm The Mercury News Operafest! An Afternoon at the Opera
5pm The Mercury News Whiskey in the Park
Monday 06/05
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER'S MARKET - NEW OPERATOR
2pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Henna at King
2pm Berkeley Public Library Ansel Adams In Our Time @West
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
6pm Berkeley Public Library Truth at the Margins: Intersex, Transgender, and Tibetan Histories @Central
Tuesday 06/06
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER'S MARKET - NEW OPERATOR
2pm Oakland Public Library Oakland Symphony Petting Zoo
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
3pm Berkeley Public Library Under the Sea Crafternoons @Claremont
4pm Berkeley Public Library Pride Prism Pizza Party @North
6:30pm Oakland Public Library Firelight Shadow Theater
7pm Oakland Public Library Mike the Magician
7:30pm The Mercury News Fusion 2023
Wednesday 06/07
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER'S MARKET - NEW OPERATOR
2:30pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Graffiti Workshop at Main TeenZon
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
6pm Oakland Public Library Kids Go Mandarin
6pm Oakland Public Library Berkeley Rep Docent Talk: Let the Right One In
6pm Berkeley Public Library CraftLab: Felt Pride Pins & Pendants @West
7pm The Mercury News Jazz Band & Combos
Thursday 06/08
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
9am Oakland Zoo Summer ZooCamp
10am Berkeley Public Library VENOMventure Escape Room @Central (Registration required)
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMER'S MARKET - NEW OPERATOR
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
8pm Comedy Oakland Live - Thursday June 8, 2023
Simone Spotlight | Fun in the Sun | Summer Activities in the East Bay
The summer is quickly approaching and as the school season comes to an end, you may be looking for great activities to do with your family. Well, look no further, here is a list of awesome events in the East Bay for you and your family to enjoy.
Fun in the Sun | Summer Activities in the East Bay
may 29th
The summer is quickly approaching and as the school season comes to an end, you may be looking for great activities to do with your family. Well, look no further, here is a list of awesome events in the East Bay for you and your family to enjoy.
Filoli Garden Summer Nights
Wander and wonder on Thursday nights! Slow down, smell the roses, and watch the sun dip behind the mountains. Meet friends for a drink at the Bluebird Bar or relax on the lawn with your family. Dine from a local food truck or one of the pop-up cafe locations as acoustic tunes drift through the air. New this year - lounge in the Vegetable Garden with a drink from the Hummingbird Bar!
Looking for a more active evening? Hike the trail at twilight, visit with a Horticulturist at their pop-up learning spot, or attend a free Garden talk with staff. Discover something new every Summer Night.
Location | 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, CA 94062
Dates | Thursdays | June 1st -September 21st, 2023
Time | 5 pm - 8 pm
For more information use the link:
https://filoli.org/summer-nights
East Bay Outdoor Summer Movie Round-Up
If your kids are old enough to stay up late — or young enough not to know the difference — there are lots of places to watch an outdoor movie under the stars, often for FREE. While you can usually just show up, some places request pre-registration, so click on through to the ones you like most to snag your spot!
East Bay Outdoor Movies:
Friday, June 2, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Minions: Rise of Gru @ Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, Alameda
Friday, June 16, 2023
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm: Moonlight Movies: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings @ Danville Community Center & Town Green, Danville
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: From the Rough @ Live Oak Park, Berkeley
Saturday, June 17, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Are We There Yet? @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
Saturday, June 24, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Mean Girls @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, June 30, 2023
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm: Moonlight Movies: Lightyear @ Danville Community Center & Town Green, Danville
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: Minions The Rise of Gru @ Strawberry Creek Park, Berkeley
Saturday, July 1, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Back To The Future @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, July 7, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Minions: The Rise of Gru @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
Saturday, July 8, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Finding Dory @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, July 14, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Dive-In Movie: Princess & The Frog (RSVP) @ Encinal Swim Center, Alameda
6:30 pm - 10:00 pm: Moonlight Movies: Emperor's New Groove @ Danville Community Center & Town Green, Danville
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Night at the Museum @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: Puss in Boots - The Last Wish @ San Pablo Park, Berkeley
Saturday, July 15, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Lilo & Stitch @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Waterfront Flicks - Minions: The Rise of Gru @ Jack London Square, Oakland
Friday, July 21, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Lightyear @ Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, Alameda
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Movies in the Park: The Croods 2: A New Age @ Piedmont Park, Piedmont
Friday, July 28, 2023
8:30 pm - 10:15 pm: Movies in the Park: DC League of Super Pets @ James Kenney Park & Community Center, Berkeley
Friday, August 11, 2023
8:15 pm - 10:00 pm: Movies in the Park: Turning Red @ Cedar Rose Park, Berkeley
Friday, August 18, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Movies in the Park: Turning Red @ Piedmont Park, Piedmont
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
Saturday, August 19, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Shrek 2 @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
Friday, August 25, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Space Jame: A New Legacy @ Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, Alameda
8:00 pm - 9:45 pm: Movies in the Park: Strange World @ Willard Park, Berkeley
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: Encanto @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
Friday, September 8, 2023
7:30 pm - 9:15 pm: Movies in the Park: Vivo @ Glendale La Loma Park, Berkeley
Friday, September 15, 2023
6:30 pm - 11:00 pm: Starlight Movies in the Park: Top Gun: Maverick @ Leydecker Park, Alameda
Saturday, September 16, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:30 pm: Movie Nights: Matilda @ Alameda Landing, Alameda
Friday, September 22, 2023
7:15 pm - 9:15 pm: Movies in the Park: Matilda @ Piedmont Park, Piedmont
7:15 pm - 9:00 pm: Movies in the Park: The War with Grandpa @ Codornices Park, Berkeley
Saturday, September 30, 2023
7:00 pm - 8:45 pm: Movies in the Park: Disney Nature - Wings of Life @ Shorebird Park Nature Center, Berkeley
Friday, October 6, 2023
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm: Summer Movies in the Park: The Super Mario Bros Movie @ Orinda Community Park, Orinda
For more information use the link:
Becoming Robin Hood
In this hilarious musical origin story for all ages, the citizens of Nottingham are hopeless…until a few unlikely characters take on the identity of a heroic outlaw who tries to redistribute the wealthy's riches. But is it right to steal?
Sherwood Forest brings mystery and intrigue as accidents beget legends, friendships get tangled, and personal dreams grow into reality.
Location | Berkeley Playhouse 2640 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
Dates | Thurs. - Sat. | May 26th, 2023 - June 25th, 2023
Time | Weekdays 7pm | Weekends 2pm
For more information use the link:
Universoul Circus
A modern circus featuring diverse performers, this lively show includes dancing, unbelievable acrobatic feats (no animals), comedy, and interactive fun!
Location | Hilltop Mall | 2200 Hilltop Mall Rd, Richmond, CA 94806
Dates | Thurs. - Sat. | Now - June 19th
Time | Weekdays 7 pm | Sat. 11:30 am, 3:30 pm, 7:30 pm | Sun. 11 am, 2:30 pm, 6:30 pm
For more information use the link:
https://www.universoulcircus.com/oakland
Cirque Du Soleil: Corteo
Experience the dazzling wonder of acrobatics and fantasy during a 125-minute long performance. This show is designed to entertain families, however, there are some loud noises and dark scenes.
Location | Hilltop Mall | 2200 Hilltop Mall Rd, Richmond, CA 94806
Dates | August 17th - 20th, 2023
Time | Aug. 17th 7:30 pm
Aug. 18th 7:30 pm
Aug. 19th 3:30 pm, Aug. 19th 7:30 pm
Aug. 20th 1 pm, Aug. 20th 5 pm
For more information use the link:
https://www.theoaklandarena.com/events/detail/cirque-du-soleil
Disney on Ice: Into the Magic
Enjoy your favorite Disney stories as they come to life on ice.
Location | 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621, Oakland Arena
Dates | October 19th - 22nd, 2023
Time | Oct. 19th 6:30 pm
Oct. 20th 6:30 pm
Oct. 21st 11 am, Oct. 21st 3 pm, Oct. 21st 6:30 pm
Oct. 22nd 11 am, Oct. 22nd 3 pm
For more information use the link:
https://www.theoaklandarena.com/events/detail/disney-on-ice-presents-into-the-magic-1
Disney Junior Live on Tour: Costume Palooza
See Mickey and the Disney Junior gang in a concert-style show filled with music, acrobatics, and other entertaining feats.
Location | 1807 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland CA 94612
Date | Sunday, November 19th, 2023
Time | 4 pm
For more information use the link:
https://thefoxoakland.com/events/disney-junior-live-231119
Clark Swim Center: Swimming pool with inflatables in Walnut Creek Open June 5, 2023
Adjacent to the popular Heather Farm Park and Playground in Walnut Creek is Clarke Memorial Swim Center, where the staff puts gigantic inflatables in the pool starting in June.
Recreational swim is open from 1pm to 4pm weekdays and 12pm to 5pm on weekends starting June 5 and going through September 3, 2023.
Location | 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, CA
Dates | June 5th - Sept. 3rd
Time | Weekdays 1 pm - 4 pm | Weekends 12 pm - 5 pm
For more information use the link:
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor (used to be Waterworld Concord)
For my daughter’s eighth birthday, we took her and three of her friends to the largest water park in the Bay Area, Hurricane Harbor, which is in Concord, about 30 minutes east of Berkeley.
We were wowed by the large-scale water slides, including several types I had never seen before. And now, with the addition of the Caribbean Cove play area, Hurricane Harbor is even more fun for little kids.
Hurricane Harbor opens for the 2023 season on May 26th - October 29th.
Location | 301 N San Carlos Dr, Walnut Creek, CA
Dates | May 26th - Oct. 29th
Time | Weekdays 11 am - 5 pm | Weekends 11 am - 8 pm* (Times change depending on the month. Check the website below.)
For more information use the link:
https://www.sixflags.com/hurricaneharborconcord
Download the Alameda summer fun guide here.
East Bay Weekly Events
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Come and join us for great outdoor events! There's nothing quite like disconnecting from social media and the internet to take in the beautiful sights 👀
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
may 26 - JUNE 1
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Come and join us for great outdoor events! There's nothing quite like disconnecting from social media and the internet to take in the beautiful sights 👀
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Friday 05/26
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am FunCheap “Into the Brightness” Brand New Exhibition at OMCA
12pm Oakland Public Library Affordable Connectivity Program Info Sessions
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
3pm Alameda County Fair 626 Night Market
4pm Berkeley Public Library Teen Karaoke Party @West
5pm Chabot Space & Science Center HIKE & SIP
5pm Oakland Museum of California FRIDAY NIGHTS AT OMCA FEATURING DJ TEAO SENSE WITH AUDIOPHARMACY
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday May 26, 2023 Early Show
8pm The Mercury News Game On!
8pm The Mercury News Into the Woods
8pm Visit Oakland Imagination Unleashed - Improv Comedy in Oakland
8:30pm Visit Oakland Rahat Fateh Ali Khan at the Oakland Arena
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday May 26, 2023 Late Show
Saturday 05/27
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10:15am Oakland Public Library Family Storytime @ Lakeview
10:30am Oakland Public Library Asheba
10:30am Oakland Public Library Unique Derique
11am Oakland Public Library Coventry & Kaluza
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am Oakland Public Library Zany Zoe
11:30am Oakland Public Library Screen Printing
1pm Alameda County Fair 626 Night Market
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
2pm Oakland Public Library Build. Make. Play.
2pm Oakland Public Library Decoupage for Beginners
3pm Berkeley Public Library Aioli Tasting @North
6pm FunCheap “HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday May 27, 2023 Early Show
8pm The Mercury News Into the Woods
8pm Visit Oakland All Out Comedy Soft Opening Shows
9:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday May 27, 2023 Late Show
Sunday 05/28
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Camron-Stanford House "Oakland the Beautiful" A Community Art Show at Camron-Stanford House
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
1pm Alameda County Fair 626 Night Market
2pm Oakland Zoo Day at Oakland Soul
2pm The Mercury News Into the Woods
3pm Jack London Square OAKTOWN JAZZ WORKSHOPS
4pm Visit Oakland Sunset Sundays: Soulful & Eclectic Concerts on the Oakland Waterfront
6pm FunCheap “HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center SLUMBER WITH THE STARS FAMILY SLEEPOVER
Monday 05/29
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
6pm Chabot Space & Science Center SLUMBER WITH THE STARS FAMILY SLEEPOVER
7pm FunCheap 1/2 Off Oysters + Monday Night HellaFunny Comedy Show (Oakland)
Tuesday 05/30
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Berkeley Public Library Berkeley READS Adult Literacy Drop-in Tutoring/Computer Lab
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
4pm Oakland Public Library Family Game Night @ 81st Ave // Noche De Juegos en Familia
6:15pm Oakland Public Library Tending Your Grief
Wednesday 05/31
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
1:30pm Oakland Public Library East Bay Vivarium
2pm Oakland Public Library East Bay Regional Parks
3pm Oakland Zoo Discount AfterZOOns
4:30pm Berkeley Public Library Virtual Japanese Language Series
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Parasite Parasite @ Claremont
6pm FunCheap “HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
6pm Black Cultural Zone WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
6pm Oakland Public Library Per Sia's Drag Queen Storytime
Thursday 06/01
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Oakland Public Library Energy and Water Bill Help
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
6pm FunCheap “HellaSecret” Speakeasy Comedy Show & Cocktail Night (Oakland)
6pm Oakland Public Library We Bike Book Club
6:30pm Camron-Stanford House Writing Through: Processing Existence through Poetry
7pm Montclair Village Montclair Neighborhood Council /Montclair Organized Neighborhood Leaders Monthly Public Meeting
8pm The Mercury News Into the Woods
Simone Spotlight | Routine Maintenance & Home Checklist
Here are routine home maintenance checklist methods for different styles and approaches for tracking your yearly home maintenance.
Simone Spotlight | Routine Home Maintenance Checklist
May 22nd
Routine Maintenance & Home Checklist
Last week’s blog spoke about why home maintenance is necessary and important for your family. This week’s blog speaks to how you stay on top of home maintenance with everything else going on in your life.
There are a variety of ways to do it and it is going to depend on your style. Are you a paper and pencil kind of person, a spreadsheet kind of person or would you rather use an app?
There is a method for each style that will help you keep up with your routine home maintenance efficiently.
The paper and pencil method requires you to write out your home maintenance schedule. The goal is to set up the yearly, quarterly, and monthly calendars.
Make a list of all the home maintenance you have done and all the needs to get done. Using a calendar, set dates for each one and write them on the calendar and in your agenda.
To go one step further, you can schedule with local vendors to come out at the allotted times.
*Make sure to update your checklist accordingly. Do not throw out your list, keep it in a folder for future use. You can always photocopy the list and use it for the following year.
I suggest you keep looking at your list throughout the year and use it the following year for that year’s home maintenance list.
The spreadsheet sheet method requires you to list all of your home maintenance items as you would with the paper and pencil method and track them with the spreadsheet.
The nice thing about using a spreadsheet is that you can keep every year in one document, but you always have to make sure you back it up. If you lose the spreadsheet all of your data, racking, expenses, etc. will be lost.
The spreadsheet method allows you to share your spreadsheet with others. It can be very convenient, but you have to remember to check your spreadsheet and keep track of it.
The app method can be the most convenient of all of these methods, with this method the app creates the maintenance plan for you and tracks it.
You can track, schedule and set up the maintenance of your home.
A great app to use is www.homezada.com. This app allows you to see costs, maintenance, create remodel projects, and so much more!
The important thing to note is that you would still benefit from sitting down and listing your yearly home maintenance and creating a plan and not just doing home maintenance as it comes up. If you don't have a plan, it could cost you more money in the long run.
The city of Oakland understands the importance of home maintenance and they offer monies to help homeowners who may not have the funds to keep up their homes.
Below are some links to different Oakland programs.
Program for homeowners if they need to repair, update or maintain their home. www.hmipoakland.com
Program and grants to modify their properties. www.homeownerservicesoakland.com
The Oakland Planning and Development Corporation also offers a variety of grants and programs to help homeowners repair their homes. https://www.opdc.org/homerepairs
East Bay Weekly Events
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Be part of the Friday Night event at OMCA with Off the Grid featuring Into the Brightness Garden Dance Party, DJ Sake One, Photo booth, and Karaoke.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Your Weekly Guide to Local Events
may 19 - may 25
🎉 Hey East Bay 🎉
Your weekly list of fun local events is here.
Be part of the Friday Night event at OMCA with Off the Grid featuring Into the Brightness Garden Dance Party, DJ Sake One, Photo booth, and Karaoke.
Have fun with the whole family, East Bay!
Friday 05/19
8:30am Oakland Chamber of Commerce Inside Oakland with the Honorable Kevin Jenkin
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Oakland Zoo CLOSING EARLY for Friends of the Wild Exclusive Afternoon
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
1pm The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Stretch/Strength
3:30pm Oakland Public Library Teens: Make Tiny Art at Brookfield
5pm Oakland Public Library Meet the Bay Area Hip Hop Archives Curator
5pm Oakland Museum of California FRIDAY NIGHTS AT OMCA FEATURING INTO THE BRIGHTNESS DANCE PARTY
7pm Eventbrite Film Screening: THE SMELL OF MONEY
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday May 19, 2023 Early Show
9:45pm Comedy Oakland Live - Friday May 19, 2023 Late Show
Saturday 05/20
7am Montclair Village Music at Sophie’s Cuppa Tea
7:30am Eventbrite Cupertino Medical Exercise, Volunteer Victim Registration
8am Alameda County Fair 2023 Preakness Stakes at Pleasanton OTB
9am Eventbrite Red Cross Lifeguard Training Combo Class
10am Alameda County Fair Powerhouse Comic Con
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Chabot Space & Science Center 5TH ANNUAL TINKERFEST
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
10:30am Berkeley Public Library Family Story Time @Downtown Berkeley Farmer's Market
11am Oakland Public Library The Riders Come Out at Night: Author talk
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am Eventbrite Map Your Neighborhood
1pm Prima Materia Outdoor Wine Tasting
1pm Oakland Museum of California GALLERY ACTIVATION HOUR
2pm Oakland Public Library Decoupage for Beginners
7:30pm Chabot Space & Science Center FREE TELESCOPE VIEWINGS
7pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday May 20, 2023 Early Show
9:30pm Comedy Oakland Live - Saturday May 20, 2023 Late Show
Sunday 05/21
9am Montclair Village Montclair Village Sunday Farmers’ Market
9am Eventbrite Red Cross Lifeguard Training Combo Class
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Camron-Stanford House "Oakland the Beautiful" A Community Art Show at Camron-Stanford House
10am Black Cultural Zone Moving in peace Rooted in love
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
1pm Oakland Museum of California PRESERVING BLACK MEMORY: A CONVERSATION WITH OAKLAND CULTURE KEEPERS
1pm Jack London Square OAKTOWN JAZZ WORKSHOPS PRESENTS YOUNG MUSICIANS SHOWCASE
2:30pm Camron-Stanford House Volunteer/Docent Training (Session 1 of 2)
Monday 05/22
9am The Good Life Mindful Mondays with Iya Kemi
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Moves and Grooves
3pm Oakland Public Library Learn Scratch Coding Language
6pm Berkeley Public Library Eat What You Grow @Central
Tuesday 05/23
9am Oakland Public Library Mobile Medical/Dental Clinic
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Pilates
12:30pm Oakland Public Library CalFresh Food / Comida CalFresh
5pm Berkeley Public Library Resumes That Advocate for YOU
6pm Berkeley Public Library Author Talk: Heather McGhee
Wednesday 05/24
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Barbershop Talk
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
10am Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital Tours
11am The Good Life Let's Get Moving - Cardio/Strength
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
4pm Berkeley Public Library This is Not My Home: Author-Illustrators Vivienne & Eugenia @Central
5:30pm Berkeley Public Library Yellow Rose @ Claremont
6pm Oakland Public Library What You Don't Know Will Make a Whole New World: A Memoir, Book Talk with Dorothy Lazard
Thursday 05/25
9am The Good Life Brothas Building Brothas - Let's Get Movin' Brothas
10am Jack London Square WEEKLY FARMERS MARKETS
11am Jack London Square WEEKLY WATER ST. MAKERS
11am The Good Life Let's Get Cooking
6pm Berkeley Public Library Teamwork Thursdays @Claremont
Simone Spotlight | The Benefits of Routine Home Maintenance
Here are the keys benefits and reasons why you should develop a yearly maintenance budget and schedule to support your home’s routine maintenance all year round.
Simone Spotlight | The Benefits of Routine Home Maintenance
May 15th
The Benefits of Home Maintenance Repairs
Routine home maintenance and repairs offer several benefits to homeowners and can provide homeowners with the added benefit of selling their homes for top market value.
Here are several key reasons why you should budget for routine home maintenance items each year and how routine home maintenance benefits you in the short term and long term:
Increased property value: Regular home maintenance and repairs help maintain and enhance the value of your property. By addressing issues promptly and keeping your home in good condition, you can attract potential buyers if you decide to sell in the future.
Cost savings: Timely maintenance and repairs can save you money in the long run. Small issues, when ignored, can escalate into larger and more expensive problems. For example, fixing a leaky faucet is relatively inexpensive, but if left unattended, it could lead to water damage and the need for costly repairs.
Extended lifespan: Proper maintenance ensures that your home's components and systems are functioning optimally, which can extend their lifespan. Regularly servicing appliances, HVAC systems, and other equipment helps prevent premature failure, reducing the need for replacement.
Improved energy efficiency: Regular maintenance allows you to identify and fix energy inefficiencies in your home. This can include sealing drafts, insulating, cleaning air filters, and tuning up heating and cooling systems. Enhancing energy efficiency not only reduces your carbon footprint but also lowers utility bills by reducing energy waste.
Enhanced safety: Safety should be a top priority in your home. Maintenance and repairs help identify potential hazards and address them promptly. Whether it's fixing faulty wiring, repairing loose handrails, or replacing worn-out smoke detectors, keeping your home safe minimizes the risk of accidents and injuries.
Comfortable living environment: A well-maintained home provides a comfortable and pleasant living environment. Regular repairs and upkeep ensure that your home is free from leaks, drafts, and other issues that can compromise comfort. This allows you to enjoy your space to the fullest and create a welcoming atmosphere for yourself and your family.
Peace of mind: Knowing that your home is in good condition and that necessary repairs have been taken care of brings peace of mind. You can relax and enjoy your time at home without worrying about potential problems or unexpected breakdowns.
Remember, regular maintenance and repairs are essential to reap these benefits. Developing a yearly maintenance budget and schedule as well as addressing issues promptly will help you maintain a well-functioning and valuable home.