Weekend Things: Piedmont Pop Punk, Local History, and Baseball for Music

FRIDAY

Governor Brown has proposed that the responsibility for some government services be transferred from state to local control. Let your local representatives know what you think about this plan at this community forum. If you miss it, the event will also be webcast.
Where: The Way Christian Center, 1305 University Ave, Berkeley
When: Friday, June 10, 9-11 a.m.
How much: Free

Grab your kids (or your parents) and head downtown for Emily's Army's all-ages record release party. Brothers Cole and Max Becker, Travis Neumann and Joey Armstrong (yes, he's Green Day frontman Billy Joe Armstrong's son), will be letting out some teenage angst with their Piedmont-grown pop punk.
Where: The Uptown, 1928 Telegraph Ave, Oakland
When: Friday, June 10, 8 p.m.
How much: $5

Come cheer on the elementary tri-school Dad's Club as they play ball and raise money for CHIME, an organization supporting music in the Piedmont schools. Principals will be throwing the first pitch and you'll be treated to a Dad's Club a cappella rendition of the National Anthem.
Where: , 973 Morage Ave, Piedmont
When: Saturday, June 11, 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
How much: Free

Anne Swift, current president of the Camron-Stanford House and former Piedmont City Clerk, has a wealth of stories and information about Piedmont's oldest homes and families. Enjoy the sunny day and learn something new about your town.
Where: Meet at , 120 Vista Ave, Piedmont
When: Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m. to noon
How much: Free

The San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival has been going strong for 33 years, but this is the first time it's crossing the bridge and offering a new performance at the Zellerbach Hall on the University of California Berkeley campus. Don't miss this opportunity to see Balinese, Middle Eastern, West African, Filipino and other ethnic dance companies on one stage.
Where: Zellerbach Hall, 2499 Bancroft Way, Berkeley
When: Sunday, June 12, 3-6 p.m.
How much: $18-$58

June is gay pride month and St. Paul's Episcopal Church (right near the lake) is celebrating with a barbeque potluck. They'll do the grilling and you bring the sides. The barbeque will start right after the 10 a.m. service.
Where: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 114 Montecito Ave, Oakland
When: Sunday, June 12, 10 a.m.
How much: Free