Things to do in Alameda on September 1 and 2, 2018  Alameda Walks- this week walkers will visit the Elsie Roemer Bird Sanctuary, on Saturday, September 1.  The walk begins at 9:00 am and will begin at Krusi Park, High Street, and Calhoun, and will continue on to Shoreline Drive and learn something about Elsie Roemer who was instrumental in creating the bird sanctuary.  The walk will be 1 hour and  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, September 1, and Tuesday, September 4 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  Alameda South... 08/31/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on August 18 and 19, 2018 The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, August 18, and Tuesday, August 21 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on Saturday, August 18, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the South Shore Center parking lot in front of Petco.  Crab Cove for Family Nature Fun Hour for “Squid Dissection” on Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19, at 2:00 pm then see what is going on at the Visitor’s Center.  Crab Cove is l... 08/17/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on August 11 and 12, 2018 Alameda Walks on Saturday, August 11 From Encinal Beach to the USS Hornet at 9 am. East Bay Regional Park District staff member Michael Charnofky will lead this 1 hour and 15-minute walk which will meet at the Encinal Boat Ramp.  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, August 11, and Tuesday, August 14 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on Saturday, August 11, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Sou... 08/10/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on August 4 and 5, 2018  Free Picnic Dance presented by PEERS, on Saturday, August 4.  Set up a picnic at 10 am, dance at 1 to 4:30.  Bangers and Mash performs Victorian and Edwardian era ballroom dance music and ragtime.  Costumes from 1890 to 1914 admired but not required and period picnic gear welcome. Gather at Lincoln Park at 1450 High Street in Alameda.  Alameda Walks on Saturday, August 4 to explore Mastick Mansion to Mastick Station.  The group will meet at Littlejohn Park, 1401 Pacific Avenue near the Littlejohn Recreation Building.  Learn about the history of Alameda’s first railroad and the Mastick family that helped the railroad and City develop.  Dennis Evanosky and Eric Kos will lead the walk which will be 1 hours and 15 minutes. The Alameda’s Farm... 08/03/2018

  Things to do in Alameda on July 28 and July 29, 2018 The 25th Annual and Art & Wine Faire Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29 from 10 am to 6 pm.  Vendors, art, food, and entertainment on Park Street from Encinal Avenue to Buena Vista Avenue.   The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, July 28, and Tuesday, July 31 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. On Saturday, July 28 from 10 am to Noon at the Police Department parking lot on Oak Street, for child car seat inspection by car seat specialist Bob Rollins.  No appointment r... 07/27/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on July 21 and July 22, 2018  Radio Day by the Bay 2018 – Live in Alameda on Saturday, July 21, 2018, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. This is the Giant annual event and your chance to hear live music from Radio's Golden Age, see a radio play, bid on or purchase a radio from the past - the 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s - and at great prices.  This year the event will be at Veterans Building Auditorium, 2203 Central Avenue in Alameda. The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, July 21, and Tuesday, July 24 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is ... 07/20/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on July 14 and July 15, 2018 Alameda Walks will meet at South Shore vs the Gold Coast on Saturday 14 at 9 am. Explore and hear the story of how Alameda’s south shore was reclaimed even though people who lived in the Gold Coast were not in favor of the development.  Dennis Evanosky and Eric Kos will lead the which meets at 1400 Otis Drive, Rittler Park. The walk will last for 1 hour and 15 minutes.   The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, July 14, and Tuesday, July 17 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shi... 07/13/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on July 7 and July 8, 2018  Alameda Walks meets at Crab Cove Visitor’s Center on Saturday, July 7 at 9:00 am for an hour and 15 minutes walk to Grand Street.  The Shoreline walk will be lead by the East Bay Regional Park staff Susan Ramos.  No pets, please. The Center is located at 1231 McKay Avenue. Please call 747-7529 or prussi@alamedaca.gov. for more information  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, July 7, and Tuesday, July 10 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. Alameda South Shore Center and... 07/06/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on June 30 and July 1, 2018   The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, June 30, and Tuesday, July 3 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on Saturday, June 30, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the South Shore Center parking lot in front of Petco.    Flower Power on Saturday, June 30 at Ploughshares Nursery from Noon to 1:30 pm.  This is a hands-on workshop on planting pots.  Ploughshares Nursery is at 2701 Main Street in Alameda. ... 06/29/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on June 23 and 24, 2018 Ploughshares Nursery on Saturday and Sunday, June 23 and June 24 at 10:00 am, it's the Papa and Half Tail Two for One Sale.  Ploughshares is located at 2701 Main Street in Alameda The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, June 23,  and Tuesday, June 26 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on Saturday, June 23, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the South Shore Center parking lot in front of Petco. Crab Cove ... 06/22/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on June 16 and 17, 2018  Island Jam Street Festival, Saturday, June 16 and Sunday, June 17 from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm on Webster Street, between Central Avenue and Pacific Avenue.  There will be rides, vendors, live music, food and more. The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, June 16,  and Tuesday, June 19 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on Saturday, June 16, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the South Shore Center parking l... 06/15/2018

  Things to do in Alameda on June 9 and 10, 2018   Alameda Walks to Corica Park Golf Course on Saturday, June 9, from 9 am to 10:15 am.  Dennis Evanosky and Eric Kos will lead the walk to discover historical plaques and the renovations of the park.  Meet at Corica Golf Course, 1 Clubhouse Memorial Drive. The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, June 9,  and Tuesday, June 12 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on Saturday, June 9, from 11:00 am to 3... 06/08/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on May 26, 27 and 28, 2018 It's been 10 years since the Alameda Theatre was renovated and reopened.  In celebration of the 10 year anniversary, the Theatre is hosting a thank you celebration till May 27 by giving ongoing giveaways, special offers and surprise gifts.  The Theatre is located at 2317 Central Avenue and has some great movie. The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, May 26,  and Tuesday, May 29 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks wil... 05/25/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on May 12 and 13, 2018   HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL MOMS EVERY WHEREAlameda Walks is back on May 12 at 9 am with a walk to the Sather Mound where Eric Kos will explore the Native American shellmound and discuss its importance.  No pets, please. Meet at Lincoln Park, 1450 High Street. This will be a one hour and 15-minute walk.  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, May 12,  and Tuesday, May 22 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  18th Annual Spring Festival Street Fair on Saturday, May 12 and 13 at ... 05/11/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on May 5 and 6, 2018 Alameda Walks is back on May 5 at 9 am with a walk from Alameda Hospital through Leonardville to the Meyer House on Alameda Avenue.  Meet at Alameda Main Hospital entrance, this will be a one hour walk  Friends of the Alameda Free Library book sale on Saturday, May 5 from 9 am to 4 pm and Sunday, May 6, from Noon to 4 at DeWitt “O” Club, 641  W. Red Line Avenue at Alameda Point.  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, May 5,  and Tuesday, May 8 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine... 05/04/2018

 Alameda Walks – 2018 Schedule  The Alameda Recreation and Parks Department sponsor Alameda Walks,  a program started in 2003.  The program was initially a collaboration of the Alameda Recreation and Park Department, Pedestrian Friendly Alameda and Alameda Collaborative for Children, Youth & Families.  According to Patrick Russi, Recreation Supervisor, Alameda Recreation & Parks,  the goal was to get people out of their homes on Saturday mornings for a little exercise and a chance learn a little about the city of Alameda.  Patrick also notes that while ARPD loves the furry pets, they prefer that they wait for you at home. Alameda Walks are held the first 2 Saturdays of each month from May to October.  The walks are usually an hour long and are easy unless otherwise noted.  Some are arch... 05/03/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on April 28 and 29, 2018   Radio Club Monthly Meeting on Saturday, April 28 at 9 am to 11 at the Alameda Hospital, 2070 Clinton.  New members welcome. The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, April 28,  and Tuesday, May 1 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. Spring Boutique on April 28 at 10 am to 4 pm at Immanuel Lutheran Church featuring local artisans whose handcrafted gifts and food.  Free admission at 1420 Lafayette. Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid food trucks will be at South Shore on... 04/27/2018

  The Contentious History of Measure A(Preserving Homes or Promoting Exclusion?  Rasheed Shabazz, local historian, will give an overview of the history and current status of Measure A on Tuesday, April 24 at 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Alameda Free Library.  The initiative prohibited construction of multi-family apartment building in Alameda and preserved many of the architecturally significant homes which were being demolished wholesale in the early 1970’s.     Opponents allege that Measure A, adopted in 1973, was racist and exclusionary. Supporters, on the other hand, claim the measure preserved Alameda’s architecture and residential heritage. What they claim was the major reason that many people were drawn to the "charming" City of Alameda.  The Alameda Free Library is located at 1550 ... 04/22/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on April 21 and 22, 2018  Alameda Earth Day: Coastal Clean-Up on Saturday, April 21 from 8:30 am to 10:00 am.  Meet at Crab Cove.  Registration is required. Visit ebparksonline.org or call 888-327-2757 option 2.  The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, April 21,  and Tuesday, April 24 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine. Celebrate Earth Day at upper Washington Park on Saturday, April 21 from 10 am to 3:00 pm. Learn ways you can improve our world you live in.  There will be children’s entertainment, li... 04/20/2018

 Things to do in Alameda on April 14 and 15, 2018 Choosing Color Schemes and Decorative Finishes will be presented by architectural colorist Bob Bruckter on Sunday, April 15, at 7:00 pm at the Alameda Architectural Preservation Society meeting at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 1420 Lafayette Street.  Free for AAPS members and $5.00 for all others. www.alameda-preservation.org for more information. The Alameda’s Farmer’s Market is open to the public Saturday, April 14,  and Tuesday, April 17 mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain or shine.  All the fruits and vegetables are available at great prices.  So good! Don’t miss the opportunity to shop for delectable fruits, vegetables, and flowers.  The market is on Haight Avenue at Webster Street and is open rain or shine.  Alameda South Shore Ce... 04/13/2018