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AUGUST
1 | Monday
Drop-in Play
Drop in with your preschool-aged children for free active play, science, music, dramatic play and games at the James Kenney Community Center, open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
9:30–11 a.m., free. James Kenney Community Center, 1720 Eighth St., Berkeley, www.ci.berkeley.ca.us.
2 | Tuesday
Golf Introduction
Learn the fundamentals of golf and receive a free $20 range card and $20 off a future class at the golf course. For 14 years and up. Registration required.
5:30–7 p.m., $50. Tilden Golf Course, Berkeley, 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org.
Billy Elliot
Catch this inspiring performance that follows the story of a small-time boy and his journey to make his dreams come true. Performances continue through Sept. 17 at various times and prices.
8 p.m., prices vary. Orpheum Theatre,
1192 Market, San Francisco, www.orpheum-theater.com.
Tuesday Twilights
Head to adventure in the hills to explore labyrinths, ancient volcanoes and creatures of the night with naturalist Sara Fetterly during a moderate 2-mile hike. Dogs welcome.
6:30–8:30 p.m., free. Sibley Volcanic Preserve, Skyline Boulevard Staging Area, Oakland, (510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Multicultural Music from Around the World
Parents and kids ages 3 and up can hear and play instruments from around the world with teacher and musician Don O’Brien.
6:30 p.m., free. Kensington Library, 71 Arlington Ave., Kensington, (510) 524-3043, www.ccclib.org.
3 | Wednesday
Habitot Safety Program: Poison Control
Habitot staff members demonstrate how easily poisons can be mistaken for candy and juice, then distribute poison safety information, magnets and stickers. Museum admission fee is waived for those who arrive for the event up to half an hour before the demonstration begins.
10 a.m.–12 p.m., free. Habitot, 2065 Kittredge St., Berkeley, (510) 647-1111, www.habitat.org.
GeekDad’s Ken Denmead
Learn how to build a robot from scratch, create a slip ’n’ slide and other fun DIY projects from the editor and publisher of GeekDad.com and the author of The Geek Dad’s Guide to Weekend Fun.
7 p.m., $7–$20. Cubberley Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, www.commonwealthclub.org.
Summer Sounds Concerts
The Eyewitness Blues Band performs blues at Oakland City Center.
Noon–1 p.m., free. Oakland City Center, near 12th Street BART, Oakland,
(510) 628-9170, www.oaklandcitycenter.com.
Summer Fun Days at Lawrence Hall of Science
Create and race your own boats in celebration of America’s Cup coming to the Bay Area.
12–2 p.m., $4–$17. Lawrence Hall of Science, 1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley,
(510) 642-5132, www.lawrencehallofscience.org.
4 | Thursday
Transitions Thursday
The 10th summer of Berkeley/Oakland Ailey Camp at Cal Performances culminates with a performance by 56 campers showcasing their training in ballet, jazz, modern and African dance.
7 p.m., free. Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley, Bancroft and Telegraph, Berkeley, (510) 642-9988, www.calperformances.org.
Seussical the Musical
Favorite Dr. Seuss characters, from the Cat in the Hat to Horton the Elephant and more, come to life at this fun-for-all-ages show. Tonight is half-price/pay-what-you-can night. Continues through Aug. 14 at various show times.
7 p.m., $16.50. Julia Morgan Center for the Arts, 2640 College Ave., Berkeley, (510) 845-8542, www.berkeleyplayhouse.org.
The Princess and the Frog
John Musker, co-writer of Disney’s Princess and the Frog, will be at this screening. Disney’s spin on the classic tale involves a princess who turns into a frog and hops off to the bayou to break the spell. The animation feature is all hand-drawn, with a score that spans ragtime, zydeco, blues and gospel.
6:30 p.m., $5.50–$9.50. PFA Theater, 2527 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, (510) 642-0808, www.bampfa.berkeley.edu.
Babies & Toddlers Story Time
Enjoy lively stories, songs and rhymes for young children and their parents during these 20–25 minute story times (identical sessions). Ongoing Thursdays.
10:15, 11:15, free. Kensington Library, 61 Arlington Ave., Kensington, (510) 524-3043, www.ccclib.org.
Summer Concerts in theRedwood Grove
Bring your own picnic to the beautiful Redwood Grove to enjoy the sounds of Foxtails Brigade.
5:30–7:30 p.m., $5–$12, under 5 free, includes ticket and admission to garden before 5 p.m. UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 643-2755, www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu.
The National Brotherhood of Cyclists 2011 Conference
Join 200–400 multicultural cyclists from around the world in support of diversity within the sport. The conference includes local rides led by the Oakland Yellow Jackets as well as seminars and panel discussions on various aspects of the sport. Event continues through Aug. 7. All proceeds will be used to develop a youth cycling program.
Times and prices vary, www.thenbc-oakland.eventbrite.com.
Waterfront Flicks: Ratatouille
Tonight’s outdoor movie, part of the summer fun at Jack London Square, is Ratatouille. Pack a picnic and come to the Market Lawn. Early birds may enjoy cooking demos and trivia (with prizes).
Sundown, free. Market Lawn, Jack London Square, Oakland, www.jacklondonsquare.com.
Redwood City Movies on the Square
Watch the PG-rated Will Ferrell flick Megamind under the starts on Courthouse Square. Bring your blankets and choose a nearby restaurant to pick up takeout.
8:15 p.m., free. 2200 Broadway, Redwood City, www.redwoodcity.org/events/movieschedule.html.
5 | Friday
East Bay Moms Hike
Bring the jogging strollers and join the East Bay Moms for a fairly easy 90-minute hike on the Sequoia-Bayview Trail. Hike will be led by EBM Angelina Grab.
10 a.m., free. Joaquin Miller Park, Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (415) 734-8847.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival: Unique Derique
Part of the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival’s free outdoor children’s programming taking place through October, this performance by Unique Derique includes clowning and dancing.
12:15–12:45 p.m., free. Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden, Howard and Fourth, San Francisco, (415) 543-1718, www.ybgf.org.
My Fair Lady
Woodminster’s 45th season brings more musical theater under the stars to beautiful Joaquin Miller Park in the Oakland Hills. The season continues with My Fair Lady about flower seller Eliza Doolittle’s journey up the social ladder. Performances continue through Aug. 14.
8 p.m., $26–$42. Woodminster Amphitheater, Joaquin Miller Park, 3300 Joaquin Miller Road, Oakland, (510) 531-9597, www.woodminster.com.
Summer Movie Nights at Chabot Space & Science Center
Catch So Right, So Smart, a 56-minute film profiling cutting-edge companies with sustainable business practices. Free with general admission, this Friday night flick will show on Chabot’s giant MegaDome theater screen.
6 p.m., 8 p.m., free with $10.95–$14.95 admission., Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (510) 336-7323, www.chabotspace.org.
First Friday Art Murmur
Enjoy art and the company of other art lovers as you stroll downtown Oakland galleries, where nearby you’re sure to find food trucks, local vendors and street performers.
6–9 p.m., free. Oakland Art Murmur, along Broadway, between 19th and 48th, Oakland, www.oaklandartmurmur.com.
Back to the Future
Catch the 1995 flick about a mild-mannered high school student’s adventure through time.
8 p.m., $5. Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, (510) 465-6400, www.paramounttheatre.com.
The Sound of Music
Enjoy one of the world’s most beloved musicals, about a spirited governess and her growing rapport with a widowed naval captain’s seven children, on the Livermore stage. Continues through Aug. 7 at various show times.
8 p.m., $27.50–$37.50. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, (925) 373-6800, www.livermoreperformingarts.org.
Summer Sunsets
Bloody Scupper Plunder Club sings songs of piracy. At 5:30, Curious George makes a 15-minute appearance.
5–7 p.m., $5–$10 includes museum admission. Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito, www.baykidsmuseum.org.
6 | Saturday
First Annual San Jose Renaissance Fair
Three stages of continuous entertainment bring Queen Elizabeth’s court to life, with staged jousting scenes and horseback duels among the highlights. Also, storytelling for kids, one-of-a-kind arts and crafts for sale, hundreds of costumed performers and delicious feasting bring Tudor England culture to San Jose. Continues Sunday to 5 p.m.
10 a.m.–6 p.m., $12–$17, children under 6 free. Downtown San Jose, Guadalupe River Park, San Jose, (415) 354-1773, www.sanjosefaire.com.
A Walk in the Wild: Continuing John Muir’s Journey
This interactive exhibition explores John Muir’s legacy through his journals, manuscripts, original drawings and plant collections. Viewers will be inspired to explore California’s vast natural environment. Opens today and ongoing through Jan. 22.
11 a.m.–5 p.m., $12 general; $9 seniors and students with valid ID, $6 youth ages 9–17, and free for members and children 8 and under. OMCA, 1000 Oak St., Oakland, (510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org.
Oakland-East Bay Gay Men’s Chorus Summer Pops Concert and Gala Fund-raiser
Entertainment consists of pop solos, duets and small and large ensembles, along with fine food and wine and a silent auction.
7:30 p.m., $25–$490. Oakland Asian Cultural Center, 388 Ninth St., Suite 290, Oakland, (800) 706-2389, www.oebgmc.org.
Campfire Programs
Visitors can camp out or enjoy naturalist-led games, songs, slides and stories around the campfire. Dress warm and bring marshmallows. Ongoing Saturdays.
8–9 p.m., free. Anthony Chabot Campground Amphitheater, Oakland, (510) 544-3187, ebparks.org.
Shark Week: Touch, Feed and Sleep with the Sharks at Aquarium of the Bay
Sleep inches from sharks, while nearly 200 species of aquatic animals swim along overhead. Take guided tours or participate in shark-related activities and trivia from the aquarium naturalists. There’ll be evening snacks and a hosted continental breakfast, after which you may feed leopard sharks, bat rays and skates in the aquarium’s Touch the Bay exhibit.
7:30 p.m.–8:30 a.m. Aug. 7, $50–$75. Aquarium of the Bay, The Embarcadero and Beach Street, San Francisco,
(415) 623-5376, www.aquariumofthebay.org.
Family Sundown Safari
Camp with the wild things at the Oakland Zoo, where you’ll play games and do crafts with your family before falling asleep beneath the stars. Bring your own picnic dinner. Children must be at least 5 years old.
5 p.m.–10 a.m. Aug. 7, $75–$85. The Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, (510) 632-9525,
www.oaklandzoo.org.
Town of Danville Music in the Park
See Colour My World, a Chicago tribute band.
6–8 p.m., free. Oak Hill Park, 3005 Stone Valley Road, Danville, (925) 314-3466, www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Meet the Animals
Learn about the Randall Museum animals that can no longer survive in the wild at this live animal presentation. Ongoing Saturdays.
11 a.m., free. Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way, San Francisco, (415) 554-9600, www.randallmuseum.org.
Be a Clown Weekend
Kick off International Clown Week at Playland, where they love to clown around, and get a free red nose with admission. Event continues Sunday.
10 a.m.–5 p.m., $15 adults, $10 children under 14 and seniors, Playland-Not-at-the-Beach a Museum of Fun, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, 510-592-3002, www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org.
Fremont Festival of the Arts
Food and drink, live entertainment and a play area for kids help make this one of the largest street festivals in the country. Continues Sunday.
10 a.m.–6 p.m, free. 39159 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, www.fremontfestival.net.
7 | Sunday
Alameda Antique Show
Browse more than 800 booths of antiques at the largest show of its kind in Northern California. Held the first Sunday of every month.
6 a.m.–3 p.m., $5–$15, ages 15 and younger free with accompanying adult. 2900 Navy Way, Alameda, (510) 522-7500, www.alamedapointantiquesfaire.com.
Catch of the Day
Discover birdlife and dragonflies in the pond and enjoy other family-friendly activities. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays.
2–3 p.m., free. Crab Cove Visitor Center, McKay and Central, Alameda,
(510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Archie Family Fun Day
The Cartoon Art Museum offers a fun-filled afternoon of drawing activities, free Archie comic books for visitors and a birthday cake celebrating Archie’s birthday. There will be workshops and programs for kids, teachers and parents throughout the day. The Archie Family Fun Day programming is free with paid admission to the Cartoon Art Museum.
11 a.m.–5 p.m., free with $3–$7 admission, children under 6 free. Cartoon Art Museum, 655 Mission St., San Francisco, (415) CAR-TOON, www.cartoonart.org.
JAMband Family Festival Concert
Catch Charity and the JAMband and the Hipwaders at this free concert.
Hipwaders at 3 p.m., JAMband at 4 p.m., free. Beach Chalet Brewery & Restaurant, 1000 Great Highway, San Francisco, www.beachchalet.com.
One World, Many Stories
Take advantage of the free first Sunday at the Oakland Museum to enjoy this annual celebration with the Oakland Public Library, with drumming, story times, arts and crafts, face painting, tamale making, scavenger hunts, an Oakland walking tour launch, popsicles and much more.
12–4 p.m., free. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland, (510) 238-2200, www.museumca.org.
A Sunday Concert with the Terrence Brewer Quartet
Musically Minded Academy introduces a new series meant to feature the talent of the teachers on their faculty as well as inspire the fruits and labors of music education throughout Bay Area communities. There will be music, food, drinks and company to share the experience.
11 a.m.–1 p.m., $16–$18, $66 for two children and two adults. 5776 Broadway, Oakland, www.musicallyminded.com.
Moraga Jazz Festival
This year’s festival includes a star-studded lineup with the likes of Roger Glenn, George Brooks, Mary Jenson, Frank Martin, Alex de Grassi and much more.
2–5 p.m., $15–$20. New Rheem Theatre, 350 Park St., Moraga, (925) 388-0751, www.moragajazzfestival.org.
John Musker Selects: Pinocchio
Disney film writer/director John Musker personally selected Disney’s Pinocchio for this Sunday film screening of Behind the Scenes: The Art and Craft of Cinema. Watch the classic story of the wooden puppet who longed to become a boy.
3 p.m., $5.50–$9.50. PFA Theater, 2527 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, (510) 642-0808, www.bampfa.berkeley.edu.
Stern Grove Festival: Aaron Neville
Aaron Neville performs at this admission-free Stern Grove Festival performance, with local bluesman Quinn Deveaux and the Blue Beat Review opening.
2 p.m., free. Stern Grove, 19th and Sloat, San Francisco, www.sterngrove.org.
From Bay to Playa: The Art, Music and Culture of Burning Man
Artists in the Bay Area will discuss their part in the community that creates the annual Burning Man event. Appearing will be Steven Jones (author of The Tribes of Burning Man: How an Experimental City in the Desert is Shaping the New American Counterculture), Marian Goodell of the Burning Man Foundation and others.
2–4 p.m., free. Oakland Public Library, Main Branch, 125 14th St., Oakland, (510) 238-3841.
9 | Tuesday
Sea Squirts
Share a morning of shoreline fun with your pre-school age child. Today’s theme is Stupendous Spiders.
10:15–11:30 a.m., $5, $7 nonresidents of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Crab Cove Visitor Center, 1252 McKay Ave., Alameda, (510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Estuary Explorers
(Also Aug. 2, 9, 3:45–5 p.m.)
No parents are required during this activity for school-age kids 6–8 years old who love to explore nature and play outdoors. Today’s theme is Stupendous Spiders.
3:45–5 p.m., $5, $7 nonresidents of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Crab Cove Visitor Center, 1252 McKay Ave., Alameda,
(510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Drop-In Studio at MOCHA
This week’s theme is “Fun and Games,” something kids of all ages and their caregivers are all too familiar with. Use that inspiration to make art with paint, papier-mâché, clay, fabrics, feathers and more.
10 a.m.–3 p.m., $8. MOCHA, 538 Ninth St., Oakland, (510) 465-8770, mocha.org.
10 | Wednesday
Summer Sounds Concerts
Pa’l Ballado performs salsa music at Oakland City Center.
Noon–1 p.m., free. Oakland City Center, near 12th Street BART, Oakland, (510) 628-9170, www.oaklandcitycenter.com
Peralta Hacienda Historic Park Walking Tour
Take a 40-minute guided tour of the historic Peralta House Museum and surrounding 6-acre park.
2:30, 4 p.m, free. 2465 34th Ave., Oakland,
(510) 532-9142, www.peraltahacienda.org.
Albany Farmers Market
Buy local produce and goods at this community event. Ongoing Wednesdays through October.
3–7 p.m., free. Solano Ave. between San Pablo and Adams, Albany, www.albanyca.org.
Summer Fun Days at Lawrence Hall of Science
“Dig” up your own fossil, then take it to activity stations to uncover its mystery.
12–2 p.m., $4–$17. Lawrence Hall of Science, 1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 642-5132, www.lawrencehallofscience.org.
11 | Thursday
Summer Concerts in the Redwood Grove
Bring your own picnic to the beautiful Redwood Grove to enjoy the sounds of magic, Magic Roses.
5:30–7:30 p.m., $5–$12, under 5 free, includes ticket and admission to garden before 5 p.m. U.C. Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 643-2755, www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu.
Diablo Ballet’s 2011 Gourmet Gallop
Get a gourmet passport to sample the food of some of the best restaurants in downtown Walnut Creek such as Massimo, Eleve and Silk Road. Special drink will be available for purchase, and participants will be eligible to enter a raffle. Proceeds benefit Diablo Ballet’s PEEK Youth Outreach Program.
5–8 p.m., $40. Downtown Walnut Creek, (925) 943-1775, www.diabloballet.org.
Danville Thursday Night Street Festival
Five local restaurants will create five dining courtyards, local street vendors will be out, three live bands will perform, wine and beer gardens will showcase local varieties and both a children’s area and adult area will be available with more music, dancing and fun activities.
5:30–8:30 p.m., free. 400 Hartz Ave., Danville, (925) 339-8330, www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Brushy Bunnies Evening Hike
Walk under the moonlight and search for bunnies.
7–8:30 p.m., $6–$8. Brushy Peak Regional Preserve, North end of Laughlin Road, Livermore, 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org.
Bollywood Bingo
No two Bingo nights are the same at Rhythmix, when the themed event is a combination of 10 rounds of games, entertainment and art.
7:30 p.m., $25 for 10 games and free drink. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding, Alameda, (510) 865-5060, www.rhythmix.org.
Redwood City Movies on the Square
Watch the rated PG-rated, Academy Award–winning classic, E.T, under the stars on Courthouse Square. Bring your blankets and a picnic or pick up carry-out food locally.
8:15 p.m., free. 2200 Broadway, Redwood City, www.redwoodcity.org.
12 | Friday
East Bay Moms Hike
Hike a one-hour, 1.9-mile loop in a shady preserve with some climbing. Bring a picnic lunch but leave the dog at home for this people-only trail.
10 a.m., free. Huckleberry Regional Preserve, Oakland, www.eastbaymoms.com.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival: Caterpillar Puppets
Part of the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival’s free outdoor children’s programming taking place through October, this performance by Caterpillar Puppets stars a shy Artist Mouse, the Three Little Bla-bla-blas and others.
12:15–12:45 p.m., free. Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden, Howard and Fourth, San Francisco, (415) 543-1718, www.ybgf.org.
Summer Movie Nights at Chabot Space and Science Center
Catch Coral Sea Dreaming — Awaken, an 84-minute film about the wonders of coral reefs. Free with general admission, this Friday night flick will show on Chabot’s giant MegaDome theater screen.
6 p.m., 8 p.m., free with $10.95–$14.95 admission., Chabot Space and Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (510) 336-7323, www.chabotspace.org.
Bites off-Broadway
The food truck scene is coming to life in Oakland. Bites off-Broadway features Oakland food culture, music, and games. Ongoing Fridays through Oct. 21.
5:30–8:30 p.m., free. Studio One, 365 45th St., (510) 654-6346, Oakland, www.hesternet.net.
The Wiggles Big Birthday
Join the Fab Four from down under as they celebrate their Big Birthday at the Paramount.
2:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., $17.50–$77.50. Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway, (510) 465-6400, www.paramounttheatre.com.
Go Ohana!
Go Ohana! presents an Asian American Talent showcase.
7:30 p.m., $8–$10. La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck, Berkeley, (510) 849-2568, www.lapena.org.
Katy Perry Concert
Katy Perry performs at the HP Pavilion.
7:30 p.m., $36.50–$48. HP Pavilion, 525 Santa Clara, San Jose, www.hppsj.com.
Perseid Meteor Shower Camp Out
Take an evening hike and experience the Perseid meteors as the nocturnal animals emerge, then take a morning hike to Little Yosemite the next day. Food provided; gear carried for you. Ages 7 and up.
5:30–1 p.m. Saturday, $66. Sunol Regional Wilderness, 1895 Geary, Sunol, (510) 544-3249, www.ebparks.org.
13 | Saturday
A Glee-full Weekend
Dress like your favorite character and warm up your voice for a “Glee-full” weekend at Playland. Event continues Sunday.
10 a.m.–-5 p.m., $15 adults, $10 children under 14 and seniors, Playland-Not-at-the-Beach a Museum of Fun, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, (510) 592-3002, www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org.
15th Annual Cajun/Zydeco Festival
Ardenwood Historic Farm hosts a day filled with Cajun/Zydeco music and dancing, as well as delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine and other festival food favorites that you can enjoy on your picnic blanket. Tour the farm and Patterson House, visit the farm animals, shop specialty vendors and join in dance lessons.
10 a.m.–7 p.m., $5–$22, 3 and under free. Ardenwood Historic Farm, Ardenwood Boulevard, Fremont, 888-EBPARKS,
www.ebparks.org.
Burlingame ArtzFest
Local up-and-comers like Livewire and The Hitman share the live music stage with seasoned professionals. Event continues Sunday, with Lava and a myriad of local performers and talent. There will also be more than 150 craft and specialty food vendors.
10 a.m.–6 p.m., free. Burlingame Avenue, downtown Burlingame, (650) 344-1735, www.burlingamechamber.org.
Gravenstein Apple Fair
Have a good time under the oak trees at this old-fashioned fair where there will be old barnyard fun with acoustic music, hay bales to sit on, animals, apple crafts, food contests and tractors. Continues 10 a.m.–5 p.m Sunday.
10 a.m.–6 p.m., $5–$12, under 6 free. Ragle Ranch Park, 500 Ragle Road, Sebastopol, www.gravensteinapplefair.com.
Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round’s 100th Birthday
Everyone’s invited to this momentous birthday. Hula-hooping, face-painting, glitter tattoos, balloon magic and coloring contests are among the activities. Meet special guests and share old photos of the Merry-Go-Round.
11 a.m.–5 p.m., free. Tilden Merry-Go-Round, Central Park Drive in Wildcat Canyon, Berkeley, (510) 524-6773, www.tildenmgr.com.
Family Sundown Safari
Camp with the wild things at the Oakland Zoo, where you can play games and do crafts with your family and sleep under the stars. Bring your own picnic dinner. Children must be at least 5 years old.
5 p.m.–10 a.m. Aug. 14, $75–$85. The Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, (510) 632-9525, www.oaklandzoo.org.
“Saturdays Are Special” at the Randall Museum
Drop-in activities for families —
like ceramics from 10:15–11:15 a.m., “Saturday Science” from 10:30–11:30 a.m. and afternoon art between 1 and 4 p.m. — take place all day. Also, the Golden Gate Model Railroad exhibit is open from 10 a.m.–4 p.m., and the Randall’s ongoing exhibitions are open all day. Ongoing Saturdays.
10 a.m.–4 p.m., admission is free, activity fees vary from $4–$6. Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way, San Francisco, (415) 554-9600, www.randallmuseum.org.
Petting Zoo at Play Café
Up to 25 animals, including chickens, goats, rabbits and a pot-belly pig, will be at the Play Café.
11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., $7. Play Cafe LLC, 4400 Keller Ave., Ste. 410, Oakland, (510) 638-3712, www.playcafellc.com.
Nihonmachi Street Fair
Run by Asian Pacific American youths, this fair celebrates the spirit of unity. Find numerous food vendors and entertainment that spans jazz, hip-hop and reggae. Continues Sunday.
11 a.m.–6 p.m., free. Nihonmachi and Webster, San Francisco, www.nihonmachistreetfair.org.
Summer Movies at Chabot Space & Science Center
Catch Monsters, Inc., the animated Pixar film about a young girl who changes the lives of two “scare specialist” monsters. Free with general admission, this Saturday night flick will show on Chabot’s giant MegaDome theater screen.
6 p.m., 8:30 p.m., free with $10.95–$14.95 admission, Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (510) 336-7323, www.chabotspace.org.
Kids Night Out at Color Me Mine
Watch Marmaduke, paint ceramics, enjoy ice cream from Loard’s and play bingo, too.
6–9 p.m., $20. Color Me Mine, 2205 South Shore Center, Alameda, (510) 521-8893, www.alameda.colormemine.com.
14 | Sunday
Nature Detectives: Beach Prowl
Discover the wild critters that live on the mudflats, in the rocks and on the beach.
10–11:30 a.m., free. Crab Cove Visitor Center, McKay and Central, Alameda, (510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Sunday Streets San Francisco
Stretches of neighborhood streets will be closed off for hours of health-related activities, community and fun. No sign-ups are required to join group activities such as skating and cycling, tai chi or yoga.
11 a.m.–4 p.m., free. Tenderloin/Civic Center, San Francisco, www.sundaystreetssf.com.
Stern Grove Festival: Luisa Maita
Brazilian singer Luisa Maita performs samba sounds at this admission-free Stern Grove Festival performance.
2 p.m., free. Stern Grove, 19th and Sloat, San Francisco, www.sterngrove.org.
Survivor Essentials
Prepare for your adventures and learn the basics of wilderness survival, including how to build a shelter, start a fire, purify water, assemble a survival kit and more.
10 a.m.–3 p.m., $23. Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, 1320 Garin, Hayward, 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org.
Constellations Tonight
Discover the lore of the stars. Using a map, learn how to find the most prominent constellations in the planetarium sky. Keep the map to continue stargazing on your own.
2 p.m., $4. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 25. Lawrence Hall of Science, Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 642-5132,
www.lawrencehallofscience.org.
15 | Monday
2nd Annual Oakland Senior Summer Free Day
Oakland residents 65 and over receive free parking and admission to the zoo.
10 a.m.–4 p.m., free. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, (510) 632-9525, www.oaklandzoo.org.
16 | Tuesday
Habitot Safety Program: Water Safety
Habitot staff members demonstrate how to keep toddlers safe around pools, water buckets and bathtubs. Arrive half an hour early for waived museum admission.
10–11:30 a.m., free. Habitot, 2065 Kittredge St., Berkeley, (510) 647-1111, www.habitat.org.
Drop-In Studio at MOCHA
This week’s theme is “Cirque de Mocha,” inspiring kids and their caregivers to make art using paint, papier-mâché, clay, fabrics, feathers and more.
10 a.m.-3 p.m., $8. MOCHA, 538 Ninth St., Oakland, 510-465-8770, mocha.org.
17 | Wednesday
Summer Sounds Concerts
The Family Crest performs pop/rock music at Oakland City Center.
Noon–1 p.m., free. Oakland City Center, near 12th Street BART, Oakland, (510) 628-9170, www.oaklandcitycenter.com
Summer Fun Days at Lawrence Hall of Science
Watch trapeze arts performances, then try your hand at walking a tightrope or using stilts.
12–2 p.m., $4–$17. Lawrence Hall of Science, 1 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 642-5132, www.lawrencehallofscience.org.
Chicken Clinic 2.0
Learn how to keep chickens. Longtime chicken wrangler Linnea Due will address topics like feed, getting eggs, compositing with manure, housing, breeds, hatcheries and Marek’s vaccines in Q&A format. Pre-registration required.
6:30-8:30 p.m., free. Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave, near Dwight Way, Berkeley, (510) 548-2220, ext. 239, register@ecologycenter.org.
18 | Thursday
Live Musical Entertainment at Spenger’s
Enjoy music with your dinner. Local artists perform live at the main bar. Ongoing Thursdays.
6:30–9:30 p.m., free music. Spenger’s Fresh Fish Grotto, 1919 Fourth St., Berkeley, (510) 845-7771, www.spengers.com.
Waterfront Flicks: Dinner for Schmucks
Tonight’s outdoor movie, part of the summer fun at Jack London Square, is Dinner for Schmucks. Pack a picnic and come to the Market Lawn. Early birds may enjoy cooking demos and trivia (with prizes).
Sundown, free. Market Lawn,
Jack London Square, Oakland, www.jacklondonsquare.com.
Thursday Morning Plant Sale
Purchase a plant at the 10-acre garden made up of California native plants. Rain cancels. Ongoing Thursdays.
9–11 a.m., free. Juniper Lodge, Potting Shed, Regional Parks Botanic Garden, Wildcat Canyon at South Park Drive, Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley,
(510) 544-3169, www.nativeplants.org.
Redwood City Movies on the Square
Watch the rated-G Pixar film, Toy Story 3, under the starts on Courthouse Square. Bring your blankets and choose a nearby restaurant to pick up some take-out for your supper.
8:15 p.m., free. 2200 Broadway, Redwood City, www.redwoodcity.org.
19 | Friday
Stroller Walk with East Bay Moms
Bring a picnic lunch and walk this mostly-flat, paved trail for 90 minutes.
10 a.m., free. Lafayette-Moraga Trail, Lafayette/Moraga, (925) 336-0150, www.eastbaymoms.com.
Summer Sunsets
Asheba will have the crowd dancing and jumping to Caribbean and world beats. At 5:30, Curious George makes a 15-minute appearance.
5–7 p.m., $5–$10 includes museum admission. Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito, www.baykidsmuseum.org.
Birding the Hill
Circle Corona Heights Park with Audubon experts, finding different bird species and their habitats. Beginning birders are welcome. The two-hour walk includes some steep climbing. Ages 5 and up; under 10 with an adult.
8 a.m., free. Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way, San Francisco, (415) 554-9600, www.randallmusuem.org.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival: Chelle! & Friends
Part of the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival’s free outdoor children’s programming taking place through October, this performance by Chelle! & Friends showcases festive New Orleans jazz.
11–11:30 a.m., free. Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden, Howard and Fourth, San Francisco, (415) 543-1718, www.ybgf.org.
Friday Night Family Swim
Go for an evening swim. Spend some quality time with the family and get some exercise, too. Ages 8 and under must be accompanied in water by paying adult.
6–9 p.m., 2–6 years $3.50, 7–54 years $4, seniors 55 years and older $3.50. Pleasant Hill Aquatic Park, 147 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, (925) 682-0896, www.pleasanthillrec.com.
Moonlight Movie: Jumanji
Bring a blanket or lawn chair to the Pleasant Hill City Hall lawn to watch Jumanji with the family.
8:30–10:30 p.m., free. 100 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, www.pleasanthillrec.com.
Summer Movie Nights at Chabot Space & Science Center
Catch The Venus Theory, a 52-minute film about climate change and the possibility of Earth’s temperature one day equaling that on Venus. Free with general admission, this Friday night flick will show on Chabot’s giant MegaDome theater screen.
6 p.m., 8 p.m., free with $10.95–$14.95 admission. Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (510) 336-7323, www.chabotspace.org.
20 | Saturday
Cotati Accordion Festival
Accordions are not for nerds anymore, and this outdoor music festival honors the instrument with live country singers, Yiddish performers, rock pop and classic accordion music. Continues Sunday.
9:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m., $15–$25, ages 15 and under free. Cotati Plaza, Cotati, www.cotatifest.com.
Saturday Stroll in Redwood Park
Get a morning workout along the steep hills of beautiful Redwood Park, where you’ll walk 2.75 miles led by interpretive staff.
10 a.m.–noon. Redwood Regional Park, 7867 Redwood Road, Oakland, (510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Art and Soul Oakland
Enjoy live entertainment from the likes of Goapele, Vicci Martinez and Dance Through the Decades, kid-friendly carnival rides and face painting, interactive art projects, an artisan marketplace and roaming costumed characters.
Noon–6 p.m., $15 adults, $8 ages 13–17, under 12 free. 14th Street and Broadway, Oakland, www.artandsouloakland.com.
Arroyo Viejo Creek Crew Work Day
Volunteer cleaning up the creek, learn about nature and meet new friends along the way. Bring your gardening gloves.
10 a.m.–1 p.m., free. Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf Links Road, Oakland, (510) 632-9525, ext. 122, www.oaklandzoo.org.
H.M.S. Pinafore
The incredible voices of the Lamplighters bring Gilbert & Sullivan’s first blockbuster hit, about a rivalry for the Captain’s lovely daughter on board the H.M.S. Pinafore, to life on stage.
2 p.m., 8 p.m., prices vary. Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore, (925) 373-6800, www.livermoreperformingarts.org.
Bay Area Youth Camp
Ages 7–13, learn cheer basics, stunts, fun pyramids, creative formations and transitions, youth spirit dance and more. NCA staff will keep participants engaged and campers will progress at their own pace.
Call regarding camp hours, $37 per person. Wood Middle School, 420 Grand St., Alameda, (800) 622-2946, ext. 4002, (925) 674-1723.
Seniors Weekend
Playland celebrates seniors 55 and up, who always receive $5 off the general admission price. Event continues Sunday.
10 a.m.–5 p.m. $15 adults, $10 children under 14 and seniors. Playland-Not-at-the-Beach a Museum of Fun, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, (510) 592-3002, www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org.
BikeAbout at the S.F. Zoo
Take an 90-minute, docent-led tour of the S.F. Zoo. Bring your own bicycle. Registration is required and includes parking and zoo admission. Ongoing.
8:30-11 a.m., $18 members, $23 nonmembers. San Francisco Zoo, 1 Zoo Road, San Francisco, www.sfzoo.org.
Saturday Night Stargazing
Bay Area amateur astronomers will be on hand to help guide stargazers during this free public viewing program sponsored by the Lawrence Hall of Science. (Weather permitting.) Ongoing first and third Saturdays of each month.
9–11 p.m., free. Lawrence Hall of Science, Main Plaza, Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 642-5132, www.lawrencehallofscience.org.
Town of Danville Music in the Park
See Whiskey Dawn, known for inspiring original music and high-energy performances.
6–8 p.m., free. Oak Hill Park, 3005 Stone Valley Road, Danville, (925) 314-3466, www.ci.danville.ca.us.
Free Outdoor Movie at Ardenwood
The 2010 hit Yogi Bear will begin after sunset. Come early for pre-show entertainment. Bring a blanket, flashlight and warm clothes.
7–10 p.m., park entry free after 7 p.m. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont, (510) 544-2797, www.ebparks.org.
Summer Movie Nights: Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Catch this 1977 film about UFOs taking an Indiana town by surprise.
6 p.m., 8:30 p.m., $10.95–$14.95. Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, www.chabotspace.org.
Faith Fancer Breast Cancer Challenge
Do a 5K walk to raise funds and awareness about breast cancer.
8 a.m. onsite registration, 9 a.m. start, $15 children (13 and younger), $35 adults. Lake Merritt, Oakland, (510) 834-4142, www.faithfancer.org.
21 | Sunday
OMCA Bike Tours/Oakland on Two Wheels
Join the Oakland Museum’s bike docents through a bike-tripping tour of old and new Oakland. Bring your bikes and helmets. Must be 12 or older.
10 a.m.–12 p.m., free. Oakland Museum of California entrance, 1000 Oak St., Oakland, 238-3514, www.museumca.org.
Fish Feeding Time
Learn about Bay creatures and get a good view of the Crab Cove aquarium critters while they eat. Ongoing Saturdays and Sundays this month.
3–3:30 p.m., free. Crab Cove Visitors Center, 1252 McKay Ave., Alameda, (510) 544-3187, (510) 544-3187, www.ebparksonline.org.
Stern Grove Festival: San Francisco Opera
The San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Opera orchestra perform arias and solos at this admission-free Stern Grove Festival performance.
2 p.m., free. Stern Grove, 19th and Sloat, San Francisco, www.sterngrove.org.
Confluence of Clapper Rails
Learn about the reclusive California clapper rail, a unique, endangered local bird, and try to catch a glimpse of one. For participants 18 years and older.
10 a.m.–11:30 p.m., free. Martin Luther King Jr. Shoreline Park, 4675 Tidewater Ave Oakland, (510) 544-3187, www.ebparks.org.
Year-Round Sunday Market in Downtown Livermore
Enjoy the pick of fresh fruits and veggies and family fun at this ongoing, year-round farmers market.
9 a.m.–1 p.m., free. Second Street between J and K streets, Livermore, (925) 373-1795, www.livermoredowntown.com.
Café Rumba
Join this community-participatory event that revolves around the three basic styles of rumba in Cuba.
3:30–6 p.m., free. La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck, Berkeley, (510) 849-2568, www.lapena.org.
Family Fun
Hang with the family around Garin Barn. Enjoy demonstrations, games, crafts and outdoor fun.
3–5 p.m., free. Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, 1320 Garin, Hayward, (510)544-3220, ebparks.org.
22 | Monday
Stroller Walk with East Bay Moms
Take the kids for a walk on this flat, paved trail above Montclair Village. Be home before dark.
6:30 p.m., free. Medau Place, Montclair Village, Oakland, www.eastbaymoms.com.
Gynecological Cancer Support Group
Meet other women who have been diagnosed with a gynecological cancer to share thoughts on it can impact body image, relationships, and family life. Learn about surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Ongoing on second and fourth Mondays. Registration required.
3–5 p.m., free. Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center, Herrick Campus, 2001 Dwight Way, Berkeley, (510) 204-3909.
23 | Tuesday
Tai Chi
Learn gentle, stress-free movements that promote mental and physical health and well being. Ongoing Tuesdays.
4–5 p.m., $40 for eight weekly sessions. Alameda Hospital, Women’s Health Center, 2070 Clinton Ave., Alameda,
(510) 522-3700, www.alamedahospital.org.
Biking Bird Bistro
Bring your helmets and bike a flat, paved 5-mile shoreline ride. Dine with the birds as you watch the sunset. Minors must be accompanied by adults.
6–8 p.m., free. MLK Regional Shoreline Park, 4675 Tidewater Ave., Oakland, (510) 544-4520, www.ebparks.org.
Drop-In Studio at MOCHA
This week’s theme is “Island Getaway,” inspiring kids and their caregivers to make art using paint, papier-mache, clay, fabrics, feathers and more.
10 a.m.–3 p.m., $8. MOCHA, 538 Ninth St., Oakland, (510) 465-8770, www.mocha.org.
24 | Wednesday
Summer Sounds Concerts
Future Perfekt performs pop/rock music at Oakland City Center.
Noon–1 p.m., free. Oakland City Center, near 12th Street BART, Oakland, (510) 628-9170, www.oaklandcitycenter.com
25 | Thursday
Outdoor Screening in the BAM/PFA Sculpture Garden
Bring a blanket and picnic on the lawn and watch It Conquered the World, a 1956 film about a “cucumber critter” and its quest to rule the world. Beware, as this is no cuddly E.T.
8:30 p.m., free. PFA Sculpture Garden, 2527 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, (510)-642-0808, bampfa.berkeley.edu.
Summer Concerts in the Redwood Grove
Bring your own picnic to the beautiful Redwood Grove to enjoy the sounds of Mirah, Real Vocal String Quartet and Gojogo.
5:30–7:30 p.m., $5–$15, under 5 free, includes ticket and admission to garden before 5 p.m. UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 643-2755, www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu.
Playland After Dark: Grown-up Game Night
An adults-only, grown-up evening at Playland-Not-at-the-Beach full of board gamers, card sharks and pinballers.
6–10 p.m., $10 adults and seniors. Playland-Not-at-the-Beach a Museum of Fun, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, (510) 592-3002,
www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org.
Redwood City Movies on the Square
Watch the rated-G, 1964 film Mary Poppins under the stars on Courthouse Square. Bring your blankets and choose a nearby restaurant to pick up some takeout.
8:15 p.m., free. 2200 Broadway, Redwood City, www.redwoodcity.org.
26 | Friday
Hike with the East Bay Moms
Take part in this 5-mile, challenging hike, then reward yourselves with a ride on the nearby steam trains. Bring a picnic lunch.
10 a.m., free. Sea View Trail, Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley, www.eastbaymoms.com.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival: Alphabet Rockers
Part of the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival’s free outdoor children’s programming taking place through October, this performance by the Alphabet Rockers features hip-hop vocals and beats about elementary school experiences.
11–11:30 a.m., free. Yerba Buena Gardens, Children’s Garden, Howard and Fourth, San Francisco, (415) 543-1718, www.ybgf.org.
Pajama Night at Color Me Mine
Have fun painting in your pajamas and your studio fee will be just $1. Ongoing on Fridays.
5 p.m.–closing, free, pottery fees apply. Color Me Mine, 2205 South Shore Center, South Shore Center, Alameda,
(510) 521-8893, www.alameda.colormemine.com.
Summer Movie Nights at Chabot Space & Science Center
Catch Into Eternity, a 58-minute film about the mind-boggling questions about long-term nuclear waste storage. Free with general admission, this Friday night flick will show on Chabot’s giant MegaDome theater screen.
6 p.m., 8 p.m., free with $10.95–$14.95 admission., Chabot Space and Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (510) 336-7323, www.chabotspace.org.
27 | Saturday
Grand Lake Farmers Market
Open Saturdays year-round, this popular farmers market is right by Lakeside Park and the Splash Pad playground and has goodies from 44 local farmers, live music and more.
9 a.m.–2 p.m., free. Grand Ave. and Lake Park Ave., Oakland, www.agriculturalinstitute.org.
Spy vs. Spy
Have the best spy day ever as you find the clues on the treasure hunt and crack the secret code. Event continues Sunday.
10 a.m.–5 p.m., $15 adults, $10 children under 14 and seniors, Playland-Not-at-the-Beach a Museum of Fun, 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, (510) 592-3002, www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org.
Miranda Cosgrove in Concert
Popular television star Miranda Cosgrove of iCarly plays songs from her new CD.
7 p.m., $29.50–$99. Fox Theater, 1807 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, (510) 302-2277, www.thefoxoakland.com
Oakland Chinatown Street Fest
Celebrate the culture of Oakland Chinatown with food, arts and crafts, activities for children and more. Event continues Sunday.
10 a.m.–6 p.m., free. Seventh to 11th and from Broadway to Harrison, Oakland, www.oaklandchinatownstreetfest.com
Oakland Walking Tours
Take a free, 90-minute tour of downtown Oakland. Choose one of eight walking itineraries covering Old Oakland, City Center, Uptown to the Lake, Preservation Park, Chinatown, the Waterfront, Churches/Temples or New Era/New Politics. Ongoing through October. Reservations recommended but not required.
10 a.m., free. (510) 238-3234, www.2oakland.net.
Dinner, a Movie and the Universe
Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner, get whisked to the edge of the universe during a planetarium show, then cap off the night with telescope viewing. Ongoing Fridays and Saturdays.
6–10 p.m., $20–$34.95. Chabot Space & Science Center, 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland, (510) 336-7323, www.chabotspace.org.
28 | Sunday
Biking: Iron Horse Trail & Ice Cream
Bike the trail for a total of 8.3 miles (round trip), stop for lunch and finish up the day with ice cream. Registration required. Ages 10 and over.
10 a.m.–2 p.m., $12, $14 nonresidents of Alameda or Contra Costa counties. Iron Horse Regional Trail, Concord/Dublin, 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org.
Jack London Square Farmers Market
The Oakland waterfront offers farm-fresh local produce, artisan foods and handcrafted products. Ongoing every Sunday, rain or shine.
9 a.m.–2 p.m., free. Jack London Square, Broadway and Embarcadero, Oakland, (510) 645-9292, www.jacklondonsquare.com.
Dockside Tours of the Presidential Yacht Potomac
Take a docent-led walk-through of FDR’s Floating White House. Ongoing Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
11 a.m.–3 p.m., call for ticket pricing. Presidential Yacht Potomac, (510) 627-1215, www.jacklondonsqure.com.
Bunco
Learn how to play Bunco at this family-friendly atmosphere. Bring a potluck dish for four.
2–5 p.m., $4. VFW Building, 1919 Wendell Lane, Pleasant Hill, www.pleasanthillrec.com.
Knap-In: Stone Tool Making
Learn methods used to transform chert, obsidian and other stones into spear points, arrowheads and drills. Ages 13 and older can learn while younger siblings watch.
10 a.m.–3 p.m., free. Coyote Hills Regional Park, 8000 Patterson Ranch Road, Fremont, 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org.
Animals of the Garden Breakfast and Walk for Families
Hunt for newts, birds, butterflies, frogs, lizards, foxes, snakes and other animals as you wander the garden and learn how plants and animals live together. Light breakfast included.
10 a.m.–noon, $10–$20. UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 643-2755, www.botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu.
29 | Monday
Monday Birding
Take an excursion to Point Pinole to see what the birds along this flat, easy trail are up to.
9 a.m.–noon, free. Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, 5551 Giant Highway, Richmond, 888-EBPARKS, www.ebparks.org.
30 | Tuesday
Toddler Time at Ardenwood
Bring the tots to meet the sheep and learn more about them through stories and fun chores.
11–11:30 a.m., $1–$2. Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont, (510) 544-2797, www.ebparks.org.
Alameda Farmers Market
The freshest seasonal products are available right here, rain or shine. Ongoing Tuesdays and Saturdays.
9 a.m.–1 p.m., free. Haight and Webster, Alameda, www.pcfma.com.
Tuesday Twilights: Brushy Peak
Wait for the stars and learn how to navigate the summer sky while listening to tales from long ago. Bring dinner, a blanket and a flashlight. Ages 7 and over.
7:30–9:30 p.m., free. Brushy Peak Regional Preserve, North end of Laughlin Road, Livermore, 510-544-3249, ebparks.org.
31 | Wednesday
Hands-On Science at Lawrence Hall
Build structures with Kapla blocks, learn about earthquakes and erosion in the outdoor science park, visit the KidsLab and more. Ongoing.
10 a.m.–5 p.m. $6–$12, ages three and under free. Lawrence Hall of Science, Main Plaza, Centennial Drive, Berkeley, (510) 642-5132, www.lawrencehallofscience.org.
Summer Sounds Concerts
Everyday People performs at Oakland City Center.
Noon–1 p.m., free. Oakland City Center, near 12th Street BART, Oakland, (510) 628-9170, www.oaklandcitycenter.com
Wednesday Walks
Expect lots of hills on this 6- to 7.5-mile hike with the friendly, East Bay Regional Parks walking group for all ages and abilities.
9:30 a.m., free. Anthony Chabot, MacDonald Staging Area, Oakland, 888-EBPARKS. www.ebparks.org.
