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Alameda Post
Published 18 hours agoBlues, Brews & BBQ Brings the Fun to Washington Park
Cloudy skies couldn't scare away thousands of enthusiastic visitors from the ninth annual Blues, Brews & BBQ on Sunday, September 20. Vivian Delchamps Wolf takes a trip to Washington Park to soak up the sounds, sights, and smells of the festival that draws crowds from throughout…
Alameda Post
Published September 24All Around Alameda – Out on the Town
This week in Alameda, enjoy a night of storytelling under the big top, sip tequila and mezcal in Downtown Alameda, tour "Leonardville," fundraise for earthquake relief, and attend the grand opening of Pinot's Palette.
Alameda Post
Published September 23Ready, Set, Prep: Emergency Preparedness Day is October 17
Learn how to keep your family safe during natural disasters and emergencies at Emergency Preparedness Day on October 17 at the College of Alameda. Admission to the family-friendly event is free. Plus there are other perks, including free lunch and emergency kits for the first 200…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 22Tradition Comes to the Streets in 11th Annual Black-Eyed Pea Festival at the Freedom Farmers Market
Mayor Barbara Lee stops by to support vendors, Winky Dinky Dogs owner Tyranny Allen A streamlined Oakland Black-Eyed Pea Festival took place on Sat. Sept. 12 in the lower Temescal neighborhood on the blocked off street that connect Shattuck and Telegraph avenues. An early start b…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 18Event Preview: ‘Fashion v. Fascism’ – A Runway Revolution Is Coming to the Bay Area
“Fashion v. Fascism” (FVF) is an upcoming visually immersive event combining fashion, music, and political theater to expose the rise of fascism in the U.S. and advocate for resistance. Described as a live “runway revolution,” FVF premieres October 3 at The Rotunda in downtown…
Alameda Post
Published September 17All Around Alameda – Soaking Up the End of Summer
Tour gorgeous Alameda homes, celebrate all things malt, attend a free orchestra concert, learn about the town of Woodstock, and check out Blues, Brews & BBQ—all this weekend in Alameda!
East Bay Express
Published September 15Social Eyes: Week of Sept. 17-23
This week's calendar picks feature Rolling Quartz, Honey Pluton and Spike Einbinder, SHE’s, Alice Gerrard & Friends, Cortex, Vieux Farka Touré, Mohini Dey, ROVA Saxophone Quartet, Lily Allen, and the Panturas.
Alameda Post
Published September 10All Around Alameda – Hobbies and Community
Snag your ticket to a beginner-friendly mahjong social, enroll in a pottery class, learn to crochet, do yoga at sunset, join a choir, and take an educational walk along the shoreline—all right here on the island!
East Bay Express
Published September 08Social Eyes: Week of Sept. 10-16
This week's calendar picks feature Grex, Ballaké Sissoko & Piers Faccini, Lil Kayla, 'Legally Blonde: The Musical,' 'Tenor Madness: Bob Kenmotsu & James Mahone Quartets,' 'Good Medicine,' Slap Dragon, Kamasi Washington, The Obsessed, and Margaret Cho.
City of Dublin
Published September 08Celebrate Fall Traditions with Dublin’s 2026 Home Decorating Contest
The 2026 Fall Home Decorating Contest invites Dublin residents to showcase creative displays inspired by fall traditions around the world.
City of Dublin
Published August 27Registration Is Now Open for the 2026 Dublin Trail Challenge!
The Dublin Trail Challenge returns this fall. Join us September 7 through October 11, 2026, and challenge yourself to get active, explore the community, and complete your miles at your own pace.
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published August 26LIVE! — HE SAID, HE SAID, HE SAID — “The Next Chapter in Living with HIV” — FRI. 8.28.26 7PM EST
Join Dr. Theo Hodge live this Friday for "From Survival to Strength: The Next Chapter in Living with HIV." A conversation from a seasoned Black man's perspective. The post LIVE! — HE SAID, HE SAID, HE SAID — “The Next Chapter in Living with HIV” — FRI. 8.28.26 7PM EST appeared…