Kensington Circus Pub

Flowers for Angela are a rock band from Berkeley, California. Their music has been described as ‘alt-rock therapy for the neurodivergent,’ but it’s ultimately for everybody. Primarily, they sing about love (and other addictions). Their rollicking rhythms and clever, heartfelt lyrics will make you want to listen – and then relisten, again and again.
NEVER a COVER CHARGE!
Come out and visit the Kensington Circus Pub for the Best Live Music in East Bay Area San Francisco.

Local Event: Live Music With Flowers for Angela (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Contra Costa County

El Cerrito

California

Live Music With Flowers for Angela (Best Live...

Flowers for Angela are a rock band from Berkeley, California. Their music has been described as ‘alt-rock therapy for the...

Live Music With Flowers for Angela (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

John Hinkel Park

Actors Ensemble's second production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is A Midsummer Night's Dream, by William Shakespeare, &nbsp;adapted and directed by Michael R. Cohen with Ben Prusiner.&nbsp; Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility) but not necessary.&nbsp; Presented Saturdays/Sundays &amp; holidays beginning Saturday, August 22nd through Labor Day Monday, September 7th, all at 4 p.m. 
A Midsummer Night's Dream is Shakespeare's comical melding of love stories within both the magical forest world of the Fairies and the Athenian court, with the King and Queen of the Fairies, the love quadrangle of Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander and Helena, and the Duke of Athens and his fiance the Queen of the Amazons, all "working things out", with a little intervention by the mischevious Puck and the hapless Mechanicals.&nbsp; A perfect play to end the summer on - join us!

Local Event: A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Shakespeare in the Park

Alameda County

Berkeley

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Shakespeare in...

Actors Ensemble's second production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is A Midsummer Night's Dream,...

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Shakespeare in the Park

The Rough Edges are a classic rock cover band playing songs that you know and love from the 1960s and 1970s. We specialize in high energy, fun-loving songs that played on the radio during that classic era of rock music, but perhaps didn’t peak at number one. So, the songs jog the memory and get you grooving, but don’t feel played out. Our five-piece band, including our array of vocalists, provides a very full sound for your listening pleasures. We are all friends and bring a warmth and sense of fun to our live shows. The Rough Edges are: Juliana Birnbaum (vocals, percussion), Frank Gilbert (guitar), Harry Gray (guitar, vocals), Michael Hanna (bass, vocals) and Neil Sachs (drums, vocals).
NEVER a COVER CHARGE!
Come out and visit the Kensington Circus Pub for the Best Live Music in East Bay Area, San Francisco.

Local Event: Live Music with The Rough Edges (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Live Music with The Rough Edges (Best Live...

The Rough Edges are a classic rock cover band playing songs that you know and love from the 1960s and 1970s. We specialize in...

Live Music with The Rough Edges (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Actors Ensemble's second production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is A Midsummer Night's Dream, by William Shakespeare, &nbsp;adapted and directed by Michael R. Cohen with Ben Prusiner.&nbsp; Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility) but not necessary.&nbsp; Presented Saturdays/Sundays &amp; holidays beginning Saturday, August 22nd through Labor Day Monday, September 7th, all at 4 p.m.&nbsp;A Midsummer Night's Dream is the Shakespeare's comical melding of love stories within both the magical forest world of the Fairies and the Athenian court, with the King and Queen of the Fairies, the love quadrangle of Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander and Helena, and the Duke of Athens and his fiance the Queen of the Amazons, all "working things out", with a little intervention by the mischevious Puck and the hapless Mechanicals.&nbsp; A perfect play to end the summer on - join us!

Local Event: A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Theater in the Park

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Theater in the...

A Midsummer Night's Dream - Free Theater in the Park

Rev. Rabia and Keizo have been performing in the Bay Area for over 30 years. Their music encompasses folk, rock, and blues covers with Americana originals. Rev. Rabia has toured Southern Italy and opened for the late great J.J.Cale.
NEVER a COVER CHARGE!Come out and visit the Kensington Circus Pub for the Best Live Music in East Bay Area San Francisco.

Local Event: Live Music With REV.RABIA (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Live Music With REV.RABIA (Best Live Music in...

Rev. Rabia and Keizo have been performing in the Bay Area for over 30 years. Their music encompasses folk, rock, and blues...

Live Music With REV.RABIA (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Actors Ensemble's second production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is A Midsummer Night's Dream, by William Shakespeare, &nbsp;adapted and directed by Michael R. Cohen with Ben Prusiner.&nbsp; Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility) but not necessary.&nbsp; Presented Saturdays/Sundays &amp; holidays beginning Saturday, August 22nd through Labor Day Monday, September 7th, all at 4 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;
A Midsummer Night's Dream is Shakespeare's comical melding of love stories within both the magical forest world of the Fairies and the Athenian court, with the King and Queen of the Fairies, the love quadrangle of Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander and Helena, and the Duke of Athens and his fiance the Queen of the Amazons, all "working things out", with a little intervention by the mischevious Puck and the hapless Mechanicals.&nbsp; A perfect play to end the summer on - join us!

Brie and the Bystanders (BrieandtheBystanders.com) is a band from Benicia/Martinez CA that was founded in 2025. We perform a unique blend of groove-oriented music including R&amp;B, soul, blues, and reggae. The band features Briana Scott’s amazing voice, with her sultry and heartfelt vocals backed by a multi-talented and highly experienced lineup. We play both covers and originals. It’s all about the groove!
NEVER a COVER CHARGE!Come out and visit the Kensington Circus Pub for the Best Live Music in East Bay Area San Francisco.

Local Event: Live Music With Brie and the Bystanders (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Live Music With Brie and the Bystanders (Best...

Brie and the Bystanders (BrieandtheBystanders.com) is a band from Benicia/Martinez CA that was founded in 2025. We perform a...

Live Music With Brie and the Bystanders (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Actors Ensemble's second production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is A Midsummer Night's Dream, by William Shakespeare, &nbsp;adapted and directed by Michael R. Cohen with Ben Prusiner.&nbsp; Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility) but not necessary.&nbsp; Presented Saturdays/Sundays &amp; holidays beginning Saturday, August 22nd through Labor Day Monday, September 7th, all at 4 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;
A Midsummer Night's Dream is Shakespeare's comical melding of love stories within both the magical forest world of the Fairies and the Athenian court, with the King and Queen of the Fairies, the love quadrangle of Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander and Helena, and the Duke of Athens and his fiance the Queen of the Amazons, all "working things out", with a little intervention by the mischevious Puck and the hapless Mechanicals.&nbsp; A perfect play to end the summer on - join us!

Music Type: Beatles songs, sung both by band members AND audience volunteers!
Back at Kensington Circus Pub by popular demand! Joshua Raoul Brody plays his favorite Beatles songs AND accompanies YOU on YOURS!, ably abetted (sometimes) by the sensational Seabury brothers. Lyrics provided! Keys/tempos/styles switched at the drop of a hat! Etc.!
NEVER a COVER CHARGE!
Come out and visit the Kensington Circus Pub for the Best Live Music in East Bay Area San Francisco.

Local Event: Live Music With Beatles Thingy (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Live Music With Beatles Thingy (Best Live Music...

Music Type: Beatles songs, sung both by band members AND audience volunteers!
Back at Kensington Circus Pub by popular demand!...

Live Music With Beatles Thingy (Best Live Music in the East Bay Area)

Actors Ensemble's second production of our 2026 Summer Season in the beautiful John Hinkel Park is A Midsummer Night's Dream, by William Shakespeare, &nbsp;adapted and directed by Michael R. Cohen with Ben Prusiner.&nbsp; Free-of-charge, reservations encouraged (especially for those in wheelchairs or with limited mobility) but not necessary.&nbsp; Presented Saturdays/Sundays &amp; holidays beginning Saturday, August 22nd through Labor Day Monday, September 7th, all at 4 p.m.

A Midsummer Night's Dream is Shakespeare's comical melding of love stories within both the magical forest world of the Fairies and the Athenian court, with the King and Queen of the Fairies, the love quadrangle of Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander and Helena, and the Duke of Athens and his fiance the Queen of the Amazons, all "working things out", with a little intervention by the mischevious Puck and the hapless Mechanicals.&nbsp; A perfect play to end the summer on - join us!

10 AM, program starts at 10:30 am.&nbsp; Three middle school Tech Trek campers from West Contra Costa School District will share their AAUW-WCC branch sponsored STEM experience at Sonoma State University. At Christ Lutheran Church, 780 Ashbury Ave., El Cerrito. Free. All are welcome. Presented by westcontracosta-ca.aauw.net

Local Event: AAUW West Contra Costa Meeting — Tech Trek Campers

AAUW West Contra Costa Meeting — Tech Trek Campers

10 AM, program starts at 10:30 am.  Three middle school Tech Trek campers from West Contra Costa School District will share...

Don Tatzin Community Hall

Families across the Bay Area are invited to discover the many paths available after high school at the West Coast ALT Fair, returning to Lafayette on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
Hosted by Prepare to Bloom, the ALT Fair is a free community event designed to introduce students, parents, educators, therapists, and counselors to the growing number of post-secondary options beyond the traditional four-year college experience. The event will take place from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at the Lafayette Public Library's Don Tatzin Community Hall.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet directly with representatives from a wide range of organizations, including:
<ul><li>Gap year and wellness programs</li><li>Young adult transitional living programs</li><li>College support and executive functioning programs</li><li>Vocational and career training organizations</li><li>Therapeutic and specialized post-secondary supports</li><li>Apprenticeship and experiential learning opportunities</li></ul>
Rather than sitting through presentations, families can browse at their own pace, ask questions, compare programs, and have meaningful conversations with professionals who specialize in helping young adults find the right next step.
"The goal of the ALT Fair has always been to help families realize they have more options than they may have been told," said Shayna Abraham, founder of Prepare to Bloom. "Every student deserves a path that fits who they are, not just the path that's most familiar."
The event is designed for:
<ul><li>Parents of high school, and young adult students</li><li>High school students and recent graduates</li><li>Young adults exploring next steps</li><li>Therapists, educational consultants, and school and college counselors</li><li>Anyone interested in learning more about nontraditional post-secondary opportunities</li></ul>
Admission is free, though advance registration is encouraged.
The ALT Fair will be followed by a professional networking day on Friday, September 25, bringing together referring professionals and program representatives from across the country to strengthen collaboration and improve access to resources for families.
For additional information or to register, visit Prepare to Bloom's ALT Fair page.

Local Event: Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College

Walnut Creek

Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring...

Families across the Bay Area are invited to discover the many paths available after high school at the West Coast ALT Fair,...

Lafayette to Host Free ALT Fair Exploring Alternatives to College

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Albany

Fernando Haro

Rockridge

Pinole-Hercules

Piedmont

Angela Woodall

Lamorinda

Alameda

San Francisco

San Francisco County

Martinez

Pleasant Hill

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Hangout Pizza & Pub

Looking for the best pizza in Albany, CA? Hangout Pizza &amp; Pub offers a unique fusion of artisan pizzas, authentic Himalayan momos, and classic pub favorites like buffalo wings and pasta. Located in the heart of Albany, we feature a wide selection of craft beers on draft, live sports, and weekly karaoke nights. Whether you're looking for a family dinner or late-night food near Berkeley, we provide fresh ingredients and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. Save 15% on your order when you buy directly from our website using code: hangout15. Order online today for fast takeout or delivery!

Looking for the best pizza in Albany, CA? Hangout Pizza & Pub offers a unique fusion of artisan pizzas, authentic Himalayan momos, and classic pub...

Free 20-Minute Photo Coaching Session with Camera or Lens

Looking Glass Photographic Outfitters

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that outfits photographers with exactly what they need and nothing they don’t. That means real conversations, hands-on help, and curated solutions across top brands like Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Sony and more. We carry new gear, offer a thoughtful selection of preowned and consignment cameras and lenses, and place special orders when the perfect fit isn’t on the shelf. Learning is at the heart of what we do. Join our small-group classes and workshops, sign up for photo adventures in the wild (from tide pools to elk rut season), or dig into image reviews and practical technique sessions. Our Rentals program makes it easy to test drive the latest bodies, lenses, lighting and accessories—perfect for a weekend project or a big assignment—while our “Try Before You Buy” and paid Gear Outfitting service help you make confident choices. What makes us unique? Personalized coaching before and after a purchase, community-driven events (including our Photo Friends network), and a values-driven approach that puts longevity and stewardship first. We stand behind the gear we sell, keep darkroom and printing essentials flowing, and cheer on your growth every step of the way. Whether you’re brand-new to photography or a seasoned pro, Looking Glass is your trusted partner for classes, adventures, rentals, consignment and used gear, and a welcoming community that lifts each other up.

Here in Berkeley, Looking Glass Photo is where gear, guidance, and community come together—since 1971. We’re a boutique-style camera shop that...

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