First Congregational Church of Berkeley

Chora Nova celebrates the close of its 20th anniversary season with a performance of Orff's Carmina Burana.&nbsp;The audience is invited to a celebratory party after the concert.

Local Event: Chora Nova performs Orff's Carmina Burana

Alameda County

Berkeley

California

Chora Nova performs Orff's Carmina Burana

Chora Nova celebrates the close of its 20th anniversary season with a performance of Orff's Carmina Burana. The audience is...

Faction Brewing

Join Grainbakers for a hands-on cupcake decorating workshop at Faction Brewing. Get creative with frosting techniques, sprinkles, and finishing touches, and take home a beautiful box of cupcakes you decorated yourself. A warm, friendly, and wondrous 90-minute night out. Great as a date night, girls' night out, or solo adventure.

Local Event: Cupcake Decorating Workshop

Alameda

Cupcake Decorating Workshop

Join Grainbakers for a hands-on cupcake decorating workshop at Faction Brewing. Get creative with frosting techniques,...

Warm your heart with this knotty, twisted, and wickedly fun Grainbakers workshop at Faction Brewing. Learn to twist real spent grain pretzel dough, make your own creations, and take home hot, golden pretzels with bonus recipes for pub cheese and dipping mustard. A perfect giftable night out, and a great date night, girls' night out, or solo adventure.

Local Event: Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

Warm your heart with this knotty, twisted, and wickedly fun Grainbakers workshop at Faction Brewing. Learn to twist real spent...

9th Street Between Washington and Broadway, 461 9th St, Oakland, CA 94607

Last year, the Old Oakland Merchants Association decided to host monthly summer strolls, and we're inviting the neighborhood to come out again!We're closing down 9th street between Washington and Broadway to bring artists and vendors from around town right into the heart of Oakland. We're also bringing out fun summer activities like tetherball, ladder toss, and corn hole! Swing by the MADE for playable video game history. And listen to some amazing R&amp;B with performances at the Tiny Stage from local legend iStevie.When you get hungry, check out the world class food and drink around the neighborhood. We have wonderful restaurants like District, Square Pie Guys, Popoca, The Cook and Her Farmer, Las Guerreras, Huang Cheng Noodles, and more! Or grab a beer at Sante Adairius or catch a late afternoon buzz at Sa'ana coffee.While we want to highlight the wonderful businesses and community organizations in the neighborhood, this event is for and about you, our neighbors. We're primarily here to make a space for all of us to step away from the screens, the daily worries, and just meet face to face!So come out with us! Join your neighbors for the sense of community, catch up with old friends, and make some new ones.FreePresented by Old Oakland Merchants' Assocation

Local Event: May Summer Stroll 2026

Piedmont

May Summer Stroll 2026

Last year, the Old Oakland Merchants Association decided to host monthly summer strolls, and we're inviting the neighborhood to...

Multiple addresses in East Bay

We're Acterra, a Bay Area-based environmental non-profit that, every year, showcases the benefits of electrification with our (greatly loved!) FREE <a href="https://acterra.org/electrification/greenhome/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Green@Home tours</a>. 
East Bay Green@Home Tour 📅 Saturday, June 6, 11 AM&nbsp;- 3 PM&nbsp; 🎟️ Register: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marin-greenhome-tour-2025-registration-1527827967579?aff=reddit" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-greenhome-tour-2026-registration-1982929633914?aff=Patch" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-greenhome-tour-2026-registration-1982929633914?aff=Patch </a>(it's free!)
You’ll have the chance to ask questions, hear firsthand why and how homeowners made their sustainable choices, and gain practical tips on appliance selection, contractor experiences, and rebates or incentives that can make green living more affordable.
Some of the upgrades you'll learn about and see firsthand include: Energy-efficient heat pumps for heating and cooling, heat pump water heaters, induction cooktops, rainwater catchment systems, compost bins, electric vehicles (EVs), solar panels, battery storage systems, and more.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DLTlyZTx7mv/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Here's a short reel </a>from one of our Mini-Tours, that details some of the things our homeowners discuss.
We hope to see you there!
The free Tour is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors; AVA&nbsp;Community Energy &amp; the City of Berkley

Local Event: Want to tour green homes in East Bay? Ask Q's about Electrification? Solar? HVAC? Join us June 6!

Want to tour green homes in East Bay? Ask Q's...

We're Acterra, a Bay Area-based environmental non-profit that, every year, showcases the benefits of electrification with our...

Want to tour green homes in East Bay? Ask Q's about Electrification? Solar? HVAC? Join us June 6!

Moraga Commons Park

<h2>2026 Moraga Kiwanis Youth Music Expo!</h2>
Young Talent. The Incredible Kyle Athayde Dance Party (band). Back Forty Texas BBQ. One Great Community Party!&nbsp; What more can you ask for? 
Order tickets here:&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://youthmusicexpo.square.site/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youthmusicexpo.square.site/</a> Moraga Commons Park Saturday, June 13 2:00-5:00 PM (BBQ service begins at 3:00) Kyle and his musicians will meet and play along with the students! Music &amp; BBQ ticket includes a full meal from Back Forty Texas BBQ! Chicken &amp; Brisket Garlic Mashed Potatoes Baked Beans Coleslaw Vegetarian Option Available Beer &amp; Wine Provided By Moraga Lions Water, Soda, and ice cream provided by Campolindo Key Club!

Local Event: Moraga Kiwanis Youth Music Expo

Contra Costa County

Lamorinda

Moraga Kiwanis Youth Music Expo

2026 Moraga Kiwanis Youth Music Expo!
Young Talent. The Incredible Kyle Athayde Dance Party (band). Back Forty Texas BBQ. One...

Washington Park - Alameda, 740 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501

Join us for our 9th annual celebration of world-class Blues musicians, a myriad of local craft breweries, and smoking BBQ vendors. The Blues stage features Chris Cain, Terrie Odabi, and the Aki Kumar Blues Jam.The BBQ grills will be smoking up delicious plates throughout the day. Fuel up beef hot links, smoked ribs, chicken, and bratwurst served up hot by Tante's Catering. BBQ food trucks are bringing their flavor-packed experiences to the festival. Other caterers are offering delicious bites that will pair perfectly with a generous selection of local craft brews, wines, and cocktails.In addition to the festivities, attendees will have the opportunity to peruse locally-crafted wares from Bay Area vendors. Kids can get crafty and stay engaged at the Family Zone hosted by Ozzy's Music Academy.Say goodbye to waste with our reusable glass beer mugs and wine glasses, available with your drink package purchase. Plus, all food orders come in compostable-fiber service ware for added eco-friendliness!With acres of green space, easy access, and great facilities, the whole family will love this community park turned live music festival. Want to escape the crowds at the stage? Brink a blanket or lawn chair, take the kids to the playground, or even go view the breathtaking San Francisco Bay.Free with RSVP.Presented by West End Arts District

Local Event: 9th annual Blues, Brews & BBQ

9th annual Blues, Brews & BBQ

Join us for our 9th annual celebration of world-class Blues musicians, a myriad of local craft breweries, and smoking BBQ...

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Saturday, May 16

Chora Nova performs Orff's Carmina Burana

MAY

16

7:30 PM

First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA

Wednesday, May 20

Cupcake Decorating Workshop

MAY

20

6:30 PM

Faction Brewing, 2501 Monarch St, Alameda, CA

Soft Pretzel Making Workshop

MAY

20

6:30 PM

Faction Brewing, 2501 Monarch St, Alameda, CA

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Chora Nova performs Orff's Carmina Burana

Cupcake Decorating Workshop

Soft Pretzel Making Workshop