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Speak up for a child in foster care. SF’s foster children need your help. Be a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Men and people of color are especially needed. Training provided. Call for upcoming orientations dates and locations, 415-398-8001. Info at www.sfcasa.org. Become a volunteer at one of SF’s most resourceful youth organizations. SMART, Schools Mentoring and Resource Team, is a scholarship program for highly motivated, low-income middle school students in SF. Everyone welcome, males and people of color strongly encouraged. 1370 Mission St., 2nd Floor, SF. 415-865-5400. www.thesmartprogram.org. Are you experiencing loss, divorce and/or separation, child custody issues? Need someone to talk to? You are not alone. There is support available. BAWELDS (Black African Women Experiencing Loss, Divorce and/ or Separation) offers support and resources that can enable you to get to the other side with ease and grace. Call now for more information. Free. 510-228-7596. Habitot Children’s Museum is the East Bay’s award-winning hands-on discovery museum for young children. Its mission is to nurture and enrich the lives of young children, their families and the adults who care for them by providing an environment for early childhood learning and exploration, parenting education and community outreach. They also offer free admission days and scholarships for low-income families. $6 child; $5 adult. 10am-5pm. Habitot, 2065 Kittredge St., Berkeley. 510-647-1111. www.habitot.org. The Bay Area Childcare Collective is initiating a volunteer outreach drive. We are looking for new volunteer members. If you want to participate in direct solidarity with community organizations, love spending time with children and young people and are ready to commit to building a multi-generational movement for social justice and revolutionary change, join the Childcare Collective as a volunteer member. They are especially looking for volunteers who speak some Spanish, are available weekdays and/ or have previous childcare experience. 415-541-5039. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Do you have a few hours each week to spare? For over 54 years, St. Anthony Foundation has worked in the city of SF to provide for the physical and emotional needs of our poor and homeless brothers and sisters. One of the ways they are able to continue the work of their 12 programs is through the support of over 300 regular volunteers who help out each year. You can make a difference in your community by helping them to feed, heal, clothe, nourish and lift the spirits of those who need it most. 415-241-2600.
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www.stanthonysf.org. Alexander Book Co. not only offers an incredible selection of books for readers of all ages and lifestyles, they also offer readers an opportunity to meet some of the country’s most popular authors. They even offer a VIP membership that can give you a 15 percent discount off of your purchases. Stop by anytime and meet their wonderful staff. 9am-6pm. Alexander Book Co., 50 Second St., SF. 415-495-2992. www.alexanderbook.com. The Academy of Sciences is one of the most visited points of interest in the city. Now it’s moved to Downtown SF, giving easy access to anyone ready to be intrigued by its exhibits, entertained by its children’s programs and intrigued by its workshops. Watch as the Academy’s African penguins dip and dive in their new tank or visit Sssssnake Alley, Touch Tidepool or Steinhart Aquarium. A host of ongoing exhibits for museum-goers of all ages awaits you. $2 off regular admission with this ad. $7 adults; $4.50 ages 12-17; $4.50 seniors/ students; $2 ages 4-11; free for ages 3 and under. 10am-5pm. California Academy of Sciences, 875 Howard St., SF. 415-321-8000. United Way’s new “Resources for Youth” online directory provides information about summer youth programs at more than 650 locations in nine Bay Area counties. Children and parents can visit http://resources4youth.uwba.org/ to use the free, searchable online database, which contains info on sports, academic, arts and volunteer programs around the Bay. Upcoming at Artist’s Television Access: movies (Iraq A.N.S.W.E.R. film series; gender f*ck films; Yarns for All; fantastic short films), bands, gallery receptions and much more. $6, some events free. ATA, 992 Valencia St., SF. atasite.org
Mondays Monday Night Community Men’s Meeting: “It’s Time to Take Your Place in Community Life.” Be a part of this effort to make our community better. Help to strengthen and recreate our neighborhood. The Mission: Community Harm Reduction. Learn about how you can help make your household safe, value your neighbor, gain personal commitment to personal growth and development and making the neighborhood safe and healthy place for families, children and elders. Without our men, safety or hope will not be a reality in our community. 6-8pm. AGOC, 2525 Griffith St., SF.
Mondays thru Fridays
Mammograms are available to women in Bay View Hunters Point, thanks to a new mobile clinic. More than 4,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in the Bay Area each year. Low income, uninsured, underinsured and homeless women are eligible. Each visit is by appointment only. Contact your local neighborhood clinic for a schedule of dates and times the van will be in your community or call the SF Community Clinic Consortium, 415-355-2222. About 50 percent of runaway youths have been either physically or sexually abused. Emergency shelter services for adults are not available to these children. The Northern California Family Center is looking for families interested in providing short or long term foster care for children age 9-17. Families are financially reimbursed. If you are interested in helping youth, have a little extra room in your home and live in Contra Costa or Solano County, call 1-800-718-4357 or visit www.ncfc.us. Free breast cancer detection screenings are offered to women in California who are 40 years of age or older; have low income; don’t have medical insurance, have medical insurance that does not cover these services, or have a high deductible or co-payment; and are not getting these services through MediCal. Sponsored by Bay Area Breast and Cervical Health Collaborative. Call Mon-Fri 9am-7pm. 1-800-511-2300.
Calling all painters, photographers, writers, dancers and actors. Share your artistic talent with SF public school children. Volunteer 415-749-3700 x3009.
Monday thru Thursday Homework Club. Free homework assistance for school aged children.College and high school students available to assist students. Free backpack with enrollment and attendance. 3-4pm. Gilman Playground, 1 Bill Walsh Way, Gilman Ave and Griffith, 415-467-4566.. Adult Weight Room Training. Adults have access to weight room and can work out for personal health. Free. 3-5pm. Gilman Playground, 1 Bill Walsh Way, Gilman Ave and Griffith, 415-467-4566. Toddlers Art Class. A wonderful opportunity for both parent and child, this class introduces the possibilities of art to toddlers starting at age 18 months to 5 years old. $12. 10:30-11:30am. Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center, 348 Precita Ave., Precita Park at Folsom, 2 blocks South of Cesar Chavez, SF. www.precitaeyes.org. Oakland Libraries After School: A Service of the Oakland Public Library offering access to computers, library collections that support school curriculum, drop-in homework assistance for elementary school students, and the opportunity for children to participate in enrichment programs. OLAS activities will take place 3-5pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 2-5 pm on Wednesdays. Drop-in tutoring offered by qualified volunteers from the community and from local institutions of higher education. 510-238-3848. www.oaklandlibrary.org.
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Mondays & Thursdays Free tutoring and chess mentoring for East Oakland teens. Drop-in homework help in math, science, Spanish and English, for middle and high schoolers. Actively seeking volunteer tutors and chess mentors as well. Sat 1-5pm. Mon 3-7pm. Adult Reading Room, Eastmont Branch Library, 7200 Bancroft Ave., Suite 211, Oakland. 510-615-5726. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.oaklandlibrary.org.
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays
Tuesdays Homework Help Program. Students in grades one thru six are encouraged to bring their homework and benefit from this program where they can practice new skills, study with friends, read for pleasure and get personal assistance with their homework. The library is calling for adult volunteers to serve as tutors. 3-4:30pm. Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Pl., Richmond. 510-620-6557. You are invited to join the weekly vigil to call for an end to the U.S. war on the people of Iraq. The focus has changed, now calling for an immediate end to the war and the occupation. Noon. Oakland Federal Building, 1301 Clay St., Oakland. 510-655-1162. http://www.epicalc.org.
“A Voyage of Verse, Voice, Vision,” the Theatrical Poetic Collective presents Twilight Tuesdays, weekly sessions of open mic, Third Eye Poetry and themed poetry. Only $2 gives you a chance to compete against the hottest poets on the street for an “On the spot ‘n 5 minutes drop” contest, a meeting of the minds and words. 7-9pm. Black Repertory Group, 3201 Adeline St., Berkeley. Urban Youth Arts - In this class students develop a personal style, focusing on the positive aspects of doing street art, spontaneity being the key form of execution. They explore their own creativity with traditional and alternative mediums. Students learn how to collaborate on public mural projects. Youth 11-19. $12; no one turned away for lack of funds. 6-8pm. Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center, 348 Precita Ave., SF. Joshua Stevenson, 415-285-2287. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.precitaeyes.org. After School Writing Workshop, ‘Welcome to the Boondocks’ with Khalil Anthony and Lauren Whitehead. This workshop will investigate the underlying truths and subversive realities of Aaron McGruder’s “The Boondocks,” while encouraging young writers to create new realities based on their own truths. Media literacy and critical thinking skills will form the backbone of this interactive workshop.
Free. 4-6pm. Oakland Museum, 1000 Oak St., Oakland. www.youthspeaks.org.
America, outlines the pivotal role U.S. workers must play in ending Yankee exploitation there, and concludes that socialist revolution is a real and vibrant possibility. Every Tuesday, eight sessions, starting
2nd Tuesdays
FREE Legal Services Programs at the Richmond Public Library. Immigration: What you need to know about immigration law, meet with immigration law attorney. Check-in at Reference Desk. 6 pm. Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond.
Tuesdays & Thursdays PASS! Partners for Achieving School Success Homework Help, a free after-school homework assistance program for students in grades 2-8. Bring your homework. Academic and recreational activities after homework completed. 2:30-5:15pm. Brookfield, Cesar E. Chavez, Eastmont, Golden Gate, Melrose, Temescal and West Oakland Branch Libraries and Main Library Children’s Room, Oakland. 510-238-3848. Children 5-10 years old are invited to come explore their imaginations, using a variety of materials learn to make masks, costumes, jewelry, collages and more. This is a drop-off class. 3:30-5pm. Precita Eyes Mural Arts & Visitors Center, 2981 24th St., SF. 415-285-2311. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Volunteer tutors needed! The Richmond Public Library seeks adult and teen tutors for the Homework Help program (see above).Help children learn and succeed. 3-4:30pm. 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. 510-620-6590. Tree Frog Treks. Science and Nature activities for all ages. Hands on displays of reptiles, books and other cool stuff. Free. 4-5pm. Gilman Playground, 1 Bill Walsh Way, Gilman Ave and Griffith, 415-467-4566.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays
Tuesdays & Saturdays
Tuesdays thru Saturdays
Wednesdays Indybay webcast, “Enemy Combatant Radio,” we go global. Listen live on Indymedia, call in live or log on to permanent archives to listen to prior shows. Or just show up. Just one request, If you want to promote your musik, make sure you clean it up first. No profanity, no glorification of “thug life,” that would pull the program off the air and we want to make sure you always have a voice. 12pm. “Red Stone” Building, 2940 16th St., Indymedia, Rm. # 216, SF. For booking info, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it To call in live, 415-864-1006. East Oakland Senior Center holds a weekly farmers market year round. Enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables. 10:30am-2:30pm. 9255 Edes Ave, at Jones Avenue, Oakland. Business Counseling Sessions. S.C.O.R.E. offers free, one-hour business counseling sessions. Find out the fundamentals to start a business or keep a business going. Schedule an appointment in advance. 10am-3pm. Main Library, 4th Floor, Business, Science and Technology Department, 100 Larkin St., at Grove, SF. 415-744-6827. The longest running Wednesday night party, “Indulgence” brings together the eclectic-stylish-fashion crowd to dance the night away while enjoying SF’s most spectacular skyline views. Break up the monotony of the work week and indulge yourself in the hottest ‘70s, disco, funk and house grooves. 25+ only. $5-$10. 9pm-2am. Harry Denton’s Starlight Room, Sir Francis Drake Hotel, 450 Powell St., SF. 415-979-3031. “Fluidity,” facilitated by khalil.anthony and Joceyln de Leon “8th Wonder” around sexuality, movement and spoken word, youth will engage in exercises that investigate sexuality in a critical context and develop poetry and movement that relates to these discussions. In a world of difference and possibility, this workshop strives to find the connection between the personal and the political. As fluid as the ocean, as fluid as the river meanders through. 4-6pm. LGBT Community Center, Rm Q-13, 1800 Market St., SF. 415-267-3921. “Youth Voices Rising Up,” East Bay natives Leah-Joy and Aya provide provocative, inspiring and engaging prompts to bring out the best in young writers. An introductory series for burgeoning poets and prose-heads alike, the classes will address issues of race, male and female issues, and will help young people use writing to navigate thought the stress and drama of growing up in the Town. Youth Uprising Center, 8711 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland. 510-777-9909. Chess Workshop for kids. 4-5:20pm. West Oakland Branch Library, 1801 Adeline St., West Oakland. 510-238-7352. Story time for children ages 3-5. Library is open to children and caregivers until 12pm. 10:30am. Main Library, Children’s Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. 510-620-6557. “Girl, I Been Through A Lot...”Aya de Leon, Leah-Joy Turnbull & Corina Peila will take young women on a writing and healing journey to explore all that we’ve been through, and to find all of our strength and power because of it. As young women, we’ve all been through it, one way or another. This workshop will be a safe space to write our truths, tell our stories, and support each other in our goals and dreams for our lives. Free. 4-6pm. Oakland Public Main Library, TeenZone, 125 14th St., Oakland. 510-238-6611. Project Open Hand Volunteer Orientation Meetings. Be a bright point in the day for critically ill people. Help people living with HIV/AIDS, seniors and homebound people living with serious illness. Prepare, deliver or serve meals or work in the grocery center. 6pm. 730 Polk St., SF. 415-447-2404. Adult art free-play. Ongoing, drop-in workshop. No art experience is necessary and all levels are welcome. Bring your own materials or use ours. Great for teachers and parents, too. No pre-registration required. Membership, sliding scale and class card discounts available. $12, no one turned away for lack of funds. 7-9:30pm Precita Eyes Studio, 348 Precita Ave., SF. Info, Claire 415-285-2311. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it http://www.precitaeyes.org. Kids Mural Workshop Want to design and paint a mural? Join other 5-10 year olds in the designing, drawing, and painting of a portable community mural. Completed murals are displayed at public venues. $12. 3:30-5:30pm. Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center, 348 Precita Ave., Precita Park at Folsom, 2 blocks South of Cesar Chavez, SF. www.precitaeyes.org. The Women’s Building Launches New Inexpensive Legal Advice Program. Annie Thorkelson offers a one-dollar per minute legal advice clinic. The service provides a creative, personal and non-litigation forum for getting informal answers and creative solutions to legal questions, problems and conflicts on most of the kinds of legal matters and questions that arise every day for ordinary San Franciscans. 5-7pm, drop in or appointment. The Women’s Building, Community Resource Room, 3543 18th St., SF. 415-861-1736. Always wanted to start learning African dance, strengthen your Congolese technique, or just move your body? All are welcome to these Congolese dance classes. Live drumming. $12. 8-9:30pm. Dance Mission, 316 24th St., SF. www.youmustdance.blogspot.com. Celebrate Recovery 2008 kicks off the New Year on Wednesday, Jan. 9. Celebrate Recovery is a free program designed to help people succeed in overcoming life’s issues, destructive behaviors, pain, brokenness, or to meet the need for encouragement and support. 2008 begins our 8th year, and we’ve helped approximately 300 people in the Bay Area. Join us Wednesdays from 7-9 pm at Creekside Church, 951 MacArthur Blvd., San Leandro. Free childcare is available. For more information, contact Bob Reinhart at 430-0607. After School Writing Workshop, a poetry and spoken word workshop featuring Def Poet Rafael Casal. Free. 4-6pm. Berkeley High School, 2223 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley. www.youthspeaks.org. Young Mothers United, support group for Formerly Incarcerated Young Mothers. Learn about your rights a young mother and community resources. Free food and childcare, and earn $25 dollars for every workshop. 4-6pm. Call Cria at the Center for Young Women’s Development for location, 415-703-8800.
2nd Wednesdays “Ten Kweens & a Mic!” hosted by Paradise. $5. 7pm. La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave., 2 blocks from Ashby BART, Berkeley. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it 510-849-2568. FREE Legal Services Programs at the Richmond Public Library. Small Claims Court: Workshop on how to file, defend & present a case in Small Claims Court. Conducted by Contra Costa County Small Claims Legal Advisor. Verify schedule via email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or call (925) 646-6109. Community Room. 5:30-8 pm. Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond.
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FREE Legal Services Programs at the Richmond Public Library. Guardianship: Workshop on getting started with your guardianship case. Registration Required. Call 925-370-2548 to sign up. Community Room. 5:30 pm. Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond.
Thursdays The great Amilcar Cabral said “Return to the Source” and for people with soul, the source is the grassroots. History has shown that those who cry the hardest laugh the loudest. One of the main sources of water to the grassroots here in the Bay for the past 10+ years is the School of Unity & Liberation, SOUL. 21 and over. 10pm. $5-$10 donation. Levende Lounge, 1710 Mission St., SF. 415-864-5585. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship based on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. The growing group is comprised of thousands of women and men who have had trouble controlling their eating. Today, many lead fulfilling lives without abusing food. Free yourself from excess weight and/ or obsessive thoughts about food and body image. Meetings are open and free to the public. 7:30-8:30pm. CPMC, 3700 California St., SF. 800-600-6028. www.foodaddicts.org. Computer Tutor at Main: A session with our one-on-one computer tutor can get you started or improve you skills in email, the Internet and MS Word. Free. 6-7:30pm. Magazine & Newspaper Department, 2nd floor, Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland. 510-238-3176. International vegetarian cooking class. Learn the basics of vegetarian cooking from various parts of the world. International menus include Asian style, West African, Hispanic, etc. Learn the secrets of tofu, food storage and kitchen safety. Have fun while you learn. $15. 3:30-5:30pm. ASA Academy, 2811 Adeline St., Oakland. HuNia’s Divine Soul Kitchen, 510-228-7596. Youthism Open Mic for Teens. Held at the Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, which is open daily except Sundays from 7am, serving soup, sandwiches etc. and offering free wi-fi access and one computer terminal. Free.7-9pm. Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, 818 Marin St., Vallejo. 707-554-4540. Are you down on your luck this year? Join Double Rock Baptist Church every other Thursday for a hot meal. Monday thru Friday, they offer housing, job or legal assistance. Dinner 6pm. Double Rock Baptist Church, 1595 Shafter Ave., SF. Rev. Anthony Travis 415-368-7985.
Holla Back Open Mic Series hosted by Paradise. 8:30pm. EastSide Arts Alliance, 2587 International, Oakland. 510-533-6629.
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1st & 3rd Thursdays KBLX in collaboration with Maxwell’s Lounge present to you the “Comedy Lounge,” an event that brings to you Maxwell’s unique laid back setting with the comedy of some of the most well known comedians in the country. 21 and over. Dress code strictly enforced. $15. 7:30, open. 8:30, show time. Maxwell’s Lounge, 341 13th St., Oakland. 510-839-6169. www.jlevents.com.
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3rd Thursdays The Oakland Slam is warm and toasty, setting poetic fires in downtown Oakland. There’s $60 cash prizes just waiting for a starving poet to scoop it up. There’s tasty hip hop salsa dishes, spun by your favorite female DJ, Agana. Your hosts with the most, Nazelah Jamison & Dahled. So come sign up, rant, rave, commune with like-minded poetical folks – see you at the Slam. $6. $3 students/teachers. Sign-up 7:30pm. Show 8:30pm. Oakland Metro, 201 Broadway Ave., Oakland. 510-893-1797. Glide Health Services invites those of you who are living with diabetes and/ or those who want to know more to attend our monthly Diabetes Group. This is a topical discussion and an opportunity to check-in with a provider for a one-on-one visit and is open to all. Space is limited and free healthy snacks will be served. Free.12:30-2pm.330 Ellis St., Rm. 206, SF. RSVP Marcel Miranda (415) 674-6140. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Thursdays & Sundays
Fridays Three Rounds of Open Mic: Lightning, Spotlight, Improv with house percussionist Shannon Lacy. Hosted by Martha & Tony Mims. Held at the Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, which is open daily except Sundays from 7am, serving soup, sandwiches etc. and offering free wi-fi access and one computer terminal. $5. First 10 poets free. 8-11pm. Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, 818 Marin St., Vallejo. 707-554-4540. The Mayoral candidates will be meeting every Friday at 5pm on the Goodlett street side of City Hall for a debate. Join Ahimsa Sumchai, M.D., to show support for her campaign. We are also in need of 250 city residents to make donations of $100 to quality for $50,000 in matching funds under Public Finance laws by August 28th. Send donations to Ahimsa For Mayor, 236 West Portal #563. S.F. 94127. FPPC pending. Please document your address if not on the check and your employer and occupation. 1st Fridays The first Friday of every month takes on a whole new groove at the Oakland Museum of California. Enjoy performances by leading Bay Area artists, full cash bar, and light dining in our café. Take a break from music and galleries to learn about scientific illustration, hear stories of Chinese labor in the early days of Yosemite, see Yosemite Park documentaries, meet authors and artists, watch a “Truly CA” film in the gardens, or try yoga. And now you can shuttle between the museum and Oakland’s Art Murmur, courtesy of the City’s free shuttle bus. $8. 5-9pm. Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St. at 10th St. 510-238-2200. www.museumca.org/ffaf/index2.html.
Hey you, spread the word. You know it’s always party time at “Sweet Jimmies.” So grab a partner and get on the dance floor. Complimentary step, line dance and salsa lessons ‘til 10pm. Food will be available for purchase all evening. Come dressed to impress and leave your White Tees and Nikes at home. $10 before 10pm with this ad. 8:30pm-1am. Jimmies Entertainment Complex, 1731 San Pablo Ave., Oakland. Youth Speaks Presents, ‘Write2Passage: An Under 21 Open Mic Series.’ Youth Speaks brings new voices to the mic at these events where everyone is welcomed, no one is judged, and all inhibitions are left at the door. The number one fear in the United States is public speaking and Youth Speaks gives its next generation safe places to nurture healthy and vibrant voices. Free. 6:30pm. Oakland Mic at Pro Arts Gallery, 550 2nd St., near Clay St., Oakland. www.youthspeaks.org.
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4th Fridays Chosen Vessels Christian Church in will host its “Experiencing God Through Hip Hop” service. This cutting edge service is the one and only service of its kind currently in the Bay Area The service will feature spoken word, gospel rap, praise dancing, singing and the Word of God. Special guests include Bay Area very own Christian Comedienne Mother Onion and Gospel Rap artist Young Brett. In addition, there will be special performances by the Antioch Church Family Praise Team and New Hope Choir with Pastor H.L Garnett. The goal is to reach young adults for Christ ages 13-29. 7pm. Chosen Vessels, 710 Haight Ave., Alameda. Minister Lonnell Harrell 510-523-6707 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Youth Speaks Presents, ‘Write2Passage: An Under 21 Open Mic Series.’ Youth Speaks brings new voices to the mic at these events where everyone is welcomed, no one is judged, and all inhibitions are left at the door. The number one fear in the United States is public speaking and Youth Speaks gives its next generation safe places to nurture healthy and vibrant voices. Free. 6:30pm. Final Fridays at the Luggage Store Gallery1007 Market, near 6th St., SF. www.youthspeaks.org.
Fridays & Saturdays West Oakland Mandela Farmers Market brings fresh fruits and vegetables to the community. EBT (food stamps) accepted. 10-3pm. Mandela Parkway, at 7th St., Oakland. “Saturdays are Special” drop-in, hands-on art and science workshops every Saturday. Family activities all day. Drop-in workshops with a different topic every week. Family ceramics 10:30am, live animal presentations 11:15am, art & science workshops 1-4pm. All ages welcome; children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Museum admission free. Drop-in Family Ceramics Workshop $5 fee, Drop-in Art & Science Workshop $3 child; $5 per parent-child combo. Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way, off Roosevelt, above the Castro & 14th St., SF. 415-554-9600. www.randallmuseum.org. Ebony OA, a Black focus group of Overeaters Anonymous. No dues, fees or weigh-ins. If you think you have a problem with food, join us for support. Online meeting 9am at http://ebonyoa.home.att.net/ebonyoachat.htm. Phone meeting 6pm at 319-632-1100, bridge #104217; use an inexpensive long distance phone provider, as this is not a toll-free number. 415-578-4981. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.ebonyoa.org. “The Music of the Word!” Writing workshop with instructor poet-musician Avotcja for both beginning & established writers. A place where poetry, spoken word, storytelling, fiction, nonfiction, fantasy, history & music all come together & dance with each other & grow. 2-3:30pm. 1616 Franklin St., Oakland. 510-836-4649. www.opcmusic.org. www.avotcja.com.
Story time for children of all ages. Library open to children and caregivers. 11am. Main Library, Children’s Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. 510-620-6557. Computer Tutor at Main: A session with our one-on-one computer tutor can get you started or improve you skills in email, the Internet and MS Word. Free. 2-4pm. Reserve a time slot at 510-238-3176 or at the Magazine & Newspaper Department on the Main’s 2nd floor. 125 14th St., Oakland. The Black Repertory Theatre presents a wide range of entertainment. Director Sean Scott hosts Designers Row, a fashion extravaganza for the diva in us all, the BRG Apollo and a variety of plays and performances for all ages. Prices vary, but none will be turned away. Call or email for a schedule of upcoming events. Black Repertory Theatre, 3201 Adeline St., Berkeley. 510-652-2120. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Millsmont Farmers Market. Support your neighborhood Farmers’ Market. Great fresh fruit, produce and fish. Fantastic music by the Oaktown Jazz Performance Workshop. Hope to see you there. 10am-2pm. MacArthur Blvd., at Seminary Ave., Oakland. Acoustic Jam. Held at the Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, which is open daily except Sundays from 7am, serving soup, sandwiches etc. and offering free wi-fi access and one computer terminal. Free. 11am-1pm. Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, 818 Marin St., Vallejo. 707-554-4540. Jazz with a Poetry Intermission. Held at the Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, which is open daily except Sundays from 7am, serving soup, sandwiches etc. and offering free wi-fi access and one computer terminal. $10. 9-12pm. Listen & Be Heard Poetry Café, 818 Marin St., Vallejo. 707-554-4540. Always wanted to start learning African dance, strengthen your Kongolese technique, or just move your body? All are welcome to these Kongolese dance classes. Live drumming. $11, exact change very helpful. 11am–12:15pm. Black Repertory Group, 3201 Adeline St., Berkeley. 510-368-2475. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.youmustdance.blogspot.com. The Randall Museum continues to offer the popular drop-in, hands-on art and science workshops every Saturday! Family ceramics starts at 10am and the on-going art & science workshops are available for drop-in visitors anytime between 1pm and 4pm! Randall Musuem, 199 Museum Way, SF. 415-554-9600. www.randallmuseum.org. 1st Saturdays 1st Saturdays at the Mo’ Better Food Certified Farmers Market. You are cordially invited to “lick your fingers” as you enjoy breakfast prepared by the Guerilla Cafe of Berkeley. Buy fresh mustard greens, turnips, yams, red onions, russet potatoes and much more healthy foods provided by the African American farmers of California. We hope to also showcase a few art pieces from Oakland’s own Keba Konte. If you don’t have a car, but want to get to the market, get on BART. We are the first stop in Oakland from San Francisco and the last stop leaving Oakland to San Francisco. Shop at Mo’ Better Food Farmers Market every Saturday. 10am-3pm. 7th St. and Mandela Parkway at West Oakland BART. www.mobetterfood.com. Business Development Workshops designed to exchange tips to increase sales and advertising. Professionals will be available to assist with business plans and marketing. Sponsored by Black Wall St. Merchants Association, Haywood Brothers Karate, Rider’s Detail Auto Center. Free. 1-3:30pm. 4430 International Blvd., Oakland. 510-633 9855. blackwallstreet.org. Hey you! Spread the word! You know it’s always party time at “Sweet Jimmies.” So grab a partner and get on the dance floor. Complimentary stepping, line dance and salsa lessons ‘til 10pm. Food will be available for purchase all evening. Come dressed to impress and leave your White Tees and Nikes at home. $10 before 10pm with this ad. 8:30pm-1am. Jimmies Entertainment Complex, 1731 San Pablo Ave., Oakland.
2nd Saturdays NAACP – Berkeley Branch Meeting. Join us, all are welcome. No July meeting. 1pm. 2108 Russell St., Berkeley. 510-845-7416.
3rd Saturdays The Underground Poetry Series. Come enjoy the smooth poetic flows of some of the Bay Area’s most talented poets. Hosted by the Love Poet and Eric Goines. The “sit back and relax” atmosphere will open your senses and with open mic opportunities, you can share in the fun. $3. 7-9pm. Underground Books, 2814 35th St., Sacramento. 916-455-POET. Saturday Matinees: Free screenings of hard to find movies and special interest flicks. Snacks and drinks provided and discussions after each movie. Free. 2-6pm. Raparations Records, 387 17th St., Ste. 200, between Franklin & Webster, Downtown Oakland. 510-893-2330 ask for Pecolia. Madame Zenobia’s Vending Ball, a vending extravaganza to support the Bay Area’s most creative, artistic and original underground craft makers, cooks, natural cosmetologists, artisans and musicians. DJs spinning, light refreshments. Free. 1212pm.-6pm. Raparations Records, 387 17th St., Ste. 200, between Franklin & Webster, Downtown Oakland. 510-893-2330, ask for Ambessa or Anita.
4th Saturdays The African American Quilt Guild of Oakland holds its monthly meetings. Learn the history behind quilt making and how a simple hobby can turn into a tradition you can pass on through generations. Free. 12pm-3pm. West Oakland Library, 1801 Adeline St., Oakland. 510-238-7352. Sistaz N Motion meets the fourth Saturday of every month. This is a professional networking event so please dress for success and bring plenty of business cards. Seating is limited so please RSVP. $10 Non-members. 1-4pm. Everett & Jones Barbecue Restaurant, 7271 Franklin Blvd., Sacramento. Renee Hutchings 925-308-7930. www.sistaznmotion.com. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Reruns! All clothing is free last Saturday of each month. Bring your own bags. All other days clothing is $1. 8am-4pm. 1638 University Ave., Berkeley. Sundays Victory over Violence is a support group for victims of law enforcement misconduct, their families and friends. The group is a collaboration of Ella Baker Center Bay Area and Police Watch. Childcare and children activities available, food and refreshments served. Come and get support and resources. 6pm. Idriss Stelley Foundation, 4921 3rd St., SF. Info, call ISF 24-HR confidential Bilingual Crisis Line 415-595-8251. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Bernard’s Bookshelf. Did you miss your chance to get your book signed at ABC’s Lunchtime events? Why not meet the authors of your favorite books, right in your very own living room. Bernard Henderson, event coordinator for Alexander Book Co. brings you this in depth, off the hook opportunity. 4pm. Access SF, Cable Channel 29. Free Forum Salon is a weekly open mic event inviting people of SF and beyond to come and express themselves in a creative, vibrant and intimate artistic environment. Hosted by Warren, Gwenevere, and DJ Lamont featuring student DJ’s of Fingersnaps DJ & Art Collective. Also available, are classes and workshops for up and coming DJs and artists. Classes: $150-$425. Forum: Free.7-10pm. Fingersnaps DJ & Art Collective @ Red Ink Studios, 1035 Market St., SF. 415-370-3014. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.fingersnaps.net. Gospel Brunch: Let Us Break Bread Together. Celebrate our Southern style brunch and gospel entertainment. Free parking. 12-4pm. Geoffrey’s Inner Circle, 40 14th St., Downtown Oakland. 510-839-4644. King of Kings Reggae Sundays. DJ Smoky & guest selektas Papa Joe, DJ De’, Jah Yzer, Irie Dole, Rocker-T, I’Vier, Tony Moses, Spliff Skankin’, Rob Rankin’, Ras Polo, Rasta Cue Tip, DJ Doogie, Riddm. 21+. Shattuck Down Low, 2284 Shattuck Ave., at Bancroft, Berkeley. 510-548-1159. 888-491-0306. www.shattuckdownlow.com. Antidepressant withdrawal syndrome peer support group. Are you having withdrawal symptoms while tapering off or stopping Paxil, Effexor, Zoloft, Luvox or similar medication? Learn to practice non-drug alternatives to control anxiety, and help each other cope with other symptoms. Sponsored by a county-funded non-profit mental health clinic – no affiliation with any religious or quasi-religious organization. Free. 3-4:30pm. Very close to SF Civic Center BART. This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
The Art of Living Black: Francis Catlett, celebrating a century of creativity. In collaboration with the Richmond Art Center and in loving memory of Rae Louise Hayward. Gallery hours Mon-Fri, 12-5pm. African American Art and Culture Complex, Hall of Culture, 762 Fulton St., SF. www.aaacc.org.
The Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) launches its 2008 season with Africa.dot.com: Drums 2 Digital, an exhibition that explores the changing landscape of communication and connectivity in Africa today through art and technology, focusing on representing Africa as part of the modern world, with cultures that have navigated into new media alongside the global community. 11am-6pm, Wednesday through Saturday and 12-5pm Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday). $10 adults, $5 students/seniors. 685 Mission St, SF. For more information, visit www.moadsf.org or call 415-358-7200.
Top Secret: Mission Toy. Ever thought about designing and building a toy? Come be a toy detective and explore the insides and outsides of toys. Our new special exhibition, developed by the Canadian Children’s Museum, lets kids don white coats and do cutting edge research at the Toy Central International Laboratory. Learn how toys are made, where they come from, and what they do. $10 adults, $8 children and seniors. Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Rd., Sausalito. 415-339-3900. www.BayKidsMuseum.org.
Lorraine Hansberry Theatre’s 27th Season concludes with August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning ‘Fences,’ a powerful family drama about Troy Maxson, a former star of the Negro baseball leagues, who is working as a garbage man in 1957 Pittsburgh. Seeing the world composed mostly of fences which enclose him, he harbors bitterness because he was excluded from major league baseball while in his prime. His son Cory has an opportunity for an athletic scholarship, but Troy refuses to let him try his luck in the sports world. Not all the fences in his life are caused by society, as this unforgettable story of love, ambition and a changing world unfolds. Some of life’s lessons remain unlearned while others are poignantly understood. Tickets $22-$36. Lorraine Hansberry Theatre, 620 Sutter St., SF. 415-474-8800. www.lhtsf.org.
Spa Week is here. We anticipate over 500 spas this spring, marking our biggest event ever! Participating spas throughout San Francisco and the Bay Area will be offering 2-3 full-service spa treatments for $50! Since Spa Week is hopping on the “Green” trend in 2008, you will see a lot of organic, herbal and detoxifying treatments being offered by some of your city’s select spas! www.spaweek.org.
‘Paul Robeson, A Hero For All Time,’ a month-long exhibition commemorating the 110th anniversary of the birth of Paul Robeson, world-renowned scholar, athlete, singer, actor and fighter for freedom peace and social justice for all. Sponsored by the Bay Area Paul Robeson Centennial Committee. Oakland City Hall Rotunda, Oakland. Exhibit hours M-F, 9am-5:00pm. www.bayarearobeson.org.
Windows Portraits of Mom Studio offers a free fun photo session for the whole family during a three week period in celebration of Mother’s Day. Complimentary makeovers will be provided prior to the shoot, as well as an arrangement of snacks and games for entertainment. Guests will be able to capture memorable moments and walk away with beautiful portraits shot by professional on-site photographers. Free. 11am-6pm. 1878 Union St. at Laguna, SF. www.portraitsofmom.com. |
