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Calendar of Events & Activities
Tuesday, Nov. 7
Zonta Club dinner
5:30 p.m.
Berkeley City Club
$20 per person
Dr. Sylvia Earle, a marine bioligist, author and Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society, will be the featured speaker.
For more information call 845-6221
Exercise for Seniors
10 a.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
Exercise to music with Doris Echols. Free
“How Can We Restructure
Civilization?”
7 - 9 p.m.
Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut Ave. (at Rose)
Informally led by Robert Berend, former UC Extension lecturer, this group aims to have intelligent discussions on a wide range of topics. They stress that there is no religious bent to the discussions and that all viewpoints are welcome. Bring light snacks to share with group.
Call Robert Berend, 527-5332
Bayer’s Biotechnology Center Groundbreaking
1 p.m.
Seventh & Grayson
Seventh & Dwight
Call 705-7880
Home Design Workshop
7 - 10 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Instructed by architect/contractor Barry Wagner, this class runs four consecutive Tuesdays through Nov. 28.
$150 for all four classes
Call 525-7610
Wednesday, Nov. 8
Tinnitus & Hyperacusis
Sufferers Support Group
10 a.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
Public Works Commission Special Meeting
5 p.m.
Engineering Conference Room
2201 Dwight Way
Discussion and prioritization of Commission work plan priorities for Public Works.
Board of Library Trustees
7 p.m.
South Branch
1901 Russel St.
Discussions will include the November election results and electronic classroom policy.
Homeless Commission
7 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
Police Review Commission
7:30 p.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center
2939 Ellis St.
Planning Commission
7 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
Waterfront Commission
7 p.m.
His Lordships Restaurant
199 Seawall Drive
Commission on Disability
6:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
Thursday, Nov. 9
The Life and Art of Chiura Obata
7:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Public Library
1170 Alameda (at Hopkins)
A slide show and lecture presented by Obata’s granddaughter, Kimi Kodani Hill, celebrating Obata’s book, “Topaz Moon: Chiura Obata’s Art of the Internment,” and the retrospective exhibit of Obata’s work to appear this Fall at SFs De Young Museum.
For details call 644-6850
From Morgan to Modern
“Bay Area Modern”
7:30 p.m.
The Hillside Club
2286 Cedar St.
$10. 841-2242
ESL Teacher Job Fair
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Berkeley Adult School
1222 University Ave., Room 7
ESL program representatives from adult schools in Alameda and Contra Costa counties will provide information about desired qualifications, current job openings, credentialing requirements, and more.
Call Kay Wade, 644-6130
“Feeding the Moon: A Nutritive Approach to Feminine Fertility”
Learn how fertility is affected by the environment and how it can be enhanced by healthy lifestyle choices
7:30 to 9 p.m.
The Ecology Center
2530 San Pable Ave.
558-1324, free
“Diabetes: What to Know Head-to-Toe”
Health Education Center, 400 Hawthorne Ave.
12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Free
869-6737
Love and Betrayal: A Musical Journey
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut St.
Mezzo Soprano Sylvia Braitman discusses the role Gustav Mahler, Kurt Weill, Arnold Schoenberg, and Hanns Eisler played in the development of modernity in German, Austrian and Western music.
Tuition: $8 for general; $5 JJC members (class code A101-BJ)
Call 848-0237 for more info.
Hour of the Furnaces
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Hewlett Library, Dinner Board Room
2400 Ridge Rd.
Renny Golden, poet, liberation theologian, and professor of social ethics at Northeastern Illinois University, will read from her new book on the Central American experience of struggle.
649-2490
Meeting Life Changes
10 a.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
With John Hammerman. Free
Become A Travel Photo Expert
7 p.m.
Recreational Equipment, Inc.
1338 San Pablo Ave.
Professional photographer Richard I’Anson, who has taken photos all over the globe, shares highlights and insights from his book, “Travel Photography: A Guide to Taking Better Pictures.” Free
Call 527-7377
Community Health Commission
6:45 p.m.
Mental Health Clinic
2640 MLK Jr. Way
Zoning Adjustments Board
7 p.m.
Old City Hall
Council Chambers, 2nd Floor
2134 MLK Jr. Way
Friday, Nov. 10
Dragon and Phoenix Banquet Cooking Contest
7 p.m.
Oakland Museum
1000 Oak St.
Students from Bay Area cooking academies present original dishes based on the “Dragon and Phoenix” theme to a panel of celebrity judges. Fee and price of admission to museum.
Reservations: 238-2022
Women in Black
Noon - 1 p.m.
Bancroft at Telegraph
Women for peace in the Middle East
Berkeley Symphony Orchestra
8 p.m.
Hertz Hall
UC Berkeley
Performing the music of Ronald Bruce Smith, Beethoven and Elliot Carter.
$19 - $35
Call 841-2800
Korean Literature Seminar
10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
7768 Duke Ct.
El Cerrito
Korean writer and professor Do Chang Hoi will speak on the topics of creative writing and modern Korean literature. Sponsored by the Korean Literary Art Fellowship. Continues on Saturday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Call 559-7856 for more info.
PC Users Group
7 p.m.
Vista College
Room 303
2020 Milvia St.
A groups of PC users who help each other solve problems. They introduce their members to new software, hardware, and invited speakers and technicians from various PC related companies. Meet the second Friday of each month.
Call Melvin Mann, 527-2177
Cultural and Historical View
of the Dalmation Islands, Croatia
Luncheon served, 11:15 a.m.
Speaker, 12:30 p.m.
Berkeley City Club
2315 Durant Ave.
Byron Bass, archeologist with the URS Corporation will speak.
$11 - $12.25 with luncheon
$1 general for speaker only, Free to students
Call 848-3533
Saturday, Nov. 11
Moonlight on Mt. Diablo
1 - 10:30 p.m.
Hike up the Devil’s Mountain by daylight, catch a glorious sunset and hike back by the light of the moon. One in a series of free outing organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Kitchen Design Fundamentals
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Seminar taught by independent kitchen and bath designer Beverly Wilson.
$75
Homeowner’s Essential Course
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
The annual six-Saturday intensive with lectures, slides, and demonstrations taught by professional builder Glen Kitzenberger. Six Saturdays through Dec. 16.
$425 per person, including textbook
Call Sydney, 525-7610
— compiled by
Chason Wainwright
Get Your Garden Ready for Winter
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
UC Botanical Garden
Ted Kipping of Tree Shapers will offer advice on pruning your shrubs and trees, while Anthony Garza of Magic Gardens will suggest how to improve the health and appearance of your plants. Free, but space is limited.
Call 287-0591
Sunday, Nov. 12
Views, Vines and Veggies
9:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Climb Bald Mountain in Sugarloaf State Park and peer down upon the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Then please your palate at the Landmark Winery and visit Oak Hill organic vegetable and flower farm. One in a series of free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
“Time Across Cultures”
2 - 4 p.m.
St. Clements Church
2837 Claremont Ave.
The annual Roselyn Yellin Memorial lecture with a slide-illustrated panel discussion. Also a tour of the “Telling Time” exhibit at the Judah L. Magnes Museum followed by a reception at the museum, 4 - 5 p.m.
More info: 549-6950
Buddhism & Compassion
6 p.m.
Tibetan Nyingma Institute
1815 Highland Place
Psychiatrist and teacher Bobby Jones on “Healing through Compassion.” Free.
843-6812
“Road To Mecca” Auditions
2 p.m.
Live Oak Theatre
1301 Shattuck (at Berryman)
The Actors Ensemble of Berkeley is auditioning roles for two females, 60-70 and 25-35, and one male, 60-70. Auditioners should prepare a monologue no longer than two minutes. No appointments.
Call Debra Blondheim, 667-9827
Solar Electricity for Your Home
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Seminar instructed by engineer Gary Gerber of Sunlight and Power.
$75 per person
Call Sydney, 525-7610
Parenting Book Club
11 a.m.
Cody’s Books
1730 Fourth St.
Take part in a discussion of “The Good Enough Parent” by Bruno Bettelheim. New group members always welcome. The group meets the second Sunday of each month.
Call 559-9500
Carpentry Basics for Women
9:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
A hands-on workshop taught by carpenter Tracy Weir. This workshop is a two-day workshop and runs Nov. 12 and 19.
$195 per person
Monday, Nov. 13
An Evening with Barbara Kingsolver
7:30 p.m.
King Middle School
1781 Rose St.
Barbara Kingsolver’s works include “Animal Dreams,” “High Tide in Tucson,” “The Poisonwood Bible” and “Prodigal Summer”
free parking $10 in advance, $13 at the door
Benefits KPFA and Urban Ecology.
848-6767
From Rossi to Bernstein
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut St.
Bay Area musician Mark Levy discusses the works of Jewish classical composers beginning with the sixteenth century. The first in a series of three Monday evening classes on music.
Tuition for all three classes: $30 general public; $20 JJC members, seniors and students
Individual classes: $10 general; $8 JJC members, seniors and students
Call 848-0237
Berkeley Preschool Fair
7 - 9 p.m.
Epworth United Methodist Church
1953 Hopkins St.
Sponsored by the Neighborhood Parents Network, this fair features representatives from local preschools. The topic will be how to evaluate preschool education philosophies and make the most of the admissions process. A fair featuring many local preschools will follow panel discussion.
$5 non-members; Free to NPN members
Call 527-6667 or visit www.parentsnet.org
“Timber Framing - Ancient and Modern”
7 - 10 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Seminar led by contractor/Timber Framers Guild member Doug Eaton.
$35 per person
Call Sydney, 525-7610
Soulforce Candlelight Vigil
6 p.m.
SF Chancery
445 Church St.
San Francisco
In conjunction with an action by Soulforce/Dignity in Washington D.C., at the National Conference of Catholic Bishops, to stop spiritual violence against gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people, local members of Soulforce will be holding a vigil to demonstrate their solidarity.
Call SF Dignity, 415-681-2491
Tuesday, Nov. 14
Take a Trip to the Steinbeck Museum and
Mission San Juan Bautista
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave. (at MLK Jr. Way)
This is an outing organzied by the Senior Center.
$40 with lunch, $25 without
Call Maggie or Suzanne, 644-6107
Three Little Pigs
3:30 p.m.
Berkeley South Branch Library
1901 Russell St.
Roger Mara and his Snapdragon Puppets perform.
649-3943
More Little Pigs
7 p.m.
Berkeley North Branch Library
1170 The Alameda
Roger Mara and his Snapdragon Puppets huff and puff and blow the house down.
“The Hand of Buddha”
7:30 p.m.
Easy Going Travel Shop & Bookstore
1385 Shattuck (at Rose)
In her new book poet, columnist and travel writer Linda Watanabe McFerrin explores the lives of women from different ethnic backgrounds and in moments of crisis. Free
Call 843-3533
Quest for Justice
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Bade Museum
1798 Scenic Ave.
A reception and discussion with the artists of “Quest for Justice: The Story of Korean Comfort Women as Told Through their Art,” an exhibit on display at the San Francisco Arts Commission Gallery.
849-8244
Even Seniors Get the Blues
1 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
A holiday blues support group with Lyn Rayburn.
Recognizing Alzheimer’s Disease
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Summit North Pavilion
Annexes B & C
350 Hawthorne Ave.
Oakland
Susan Londerville, MD, Gerentologist, will discuss how to recognize the signs and common symptoms of Alzheimer’s and how to distinguish them from normal aging. Free
Call Ellen Carroll, 869-6737
Wednesday, Nov. 15
Even More Little Pigs
3:30 p.m.
Berkeley Library Claremont Branch
2940 Benvenue Ave.
Roger Mara and his Snapdragon Puppets help Little Red Riding Hood get to Grandma’s house.
Healthful Holiday Cooking
11:30 a.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
With Natalie. Free
Community Action Commission &
Berkeley Homeless Commission
Joint Public Hearing
7 p.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center
2939 Ellis St. (at Ashby)
The purpose of this hearing is to allow low-income residents of Berkeley, and people who use the services to inform these agencies about what services they need.
Call Marianne Graham, 665-3475
Making Additions Match
7 - 10 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Seminar taught by architect/colunist Arrol Gellner.
$35 per person
Call Sydney, 525-7610
Thursday, Nov. 16
Reminiscing in Swingtime
7:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Library
1170 Alameda (at Hopkins)
George Yoshida, author and jazz drummer, presents a multi-media program recounting the big band experience in the Japanese American internment camps. The presentation will be capped with a set of live jazz by the George Yoshida Quartet.
Call for more info: 644-6850
Berkeley Metaphysic Toastmasters Club
6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
2515 Hillegass Ave.
Public speaking skills and metaphysic come together at Avatar Metaphysical Toastmasters. Meets first and third Thursdays each month.
Call 869-2547 or 643-7645
Free blood pressure screenings
Health Education Center, 400 Hawthorne Ave.
free
869-6737
Three Little Pigs
3:30 p.m.
Berkeley Library West Branch
1125 University Ave.
Roger Mara and his Snapdragon Puppets perform.
Tai Chi for Seniors
2 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
With Tai Chi master Mr. Chang. Free
Sea Kayaking in the Bay Area and Baja
7 p.m.
Recreational Equipment, Inc.
1338 San Pablo Ave.
Mitch Powers of Sea Trek Ocean Kayaking Center presents slides of some of his favorite paddling destinations and gives tips on selecting gear, paddling safety and planning trips. Free
Call 527-4140
HVAC for Beginners
7 - 10 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning for beginners seminar taught by contractor/engineer Eric Burtt.
$35 per person
Call Sydney, 525-7610
Friday, Nov. 17
Community Dance Party
7:45 - 9:45 p.m.
Live Oak Park
1301 Shattuck (at Berryman)
Come learn to dance with easy instructions presented by the Berkeley Folk Dancers.
Teens $2; Adult Non-members $4
Information: 525-3030
California Energy Re-Structuring
Luncheon served, 11:15 a.m.
Speaker, 12:30 p.m.
Berkeley City Club
2315 Durant Ave.
Severin Borenstein, director at the UC Energy Institute will speak.
$11 - $12.25 with luncheon
$1 general for speaker only, Free to students
Call 848-3533
Women in Black
Noon - 1 p.m.
Bancroft at Telegraph
Women for peace in the Middle East
Housing Clinic for Seniors
3 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst (at MLK Jr. Way)
A housing clinic with the East Bay Community Law Center. Free
Saturday, Nov. 18
S.F. Stairs and Peaks
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Begin the day with a visit to the farmer’s market, then meander up the stairways and streets of Telegraph Hill to Coit Tower. Then up Russian Hill, descending to Fisherman’s Wharf for a ride back on the new historic streetcar line. One in a series of free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233
Berkeley Free Folk Festival
11 a.m. - 1 a.m.
Ashkenaz
1317 San Pablo Ave.
Fourteen hours of free concerts, workshops, jam sessions and to top it off a Saturday night dance. The fifth annual Folk Festival will feature Shay & Michael Black, Spectre Double Negative & the Equal Positive, Larry Hanks, Wake the Dead and many others. Sponsored by Charles Schwab and the City of Berkeley.
More info or to volunteer: 525-5099
Berkeley Video & Film Festival
2 - 11 p.m.
2451 Shattuck Ave.
Screenings of 35 documentaries, features, short features, animation, comedy, commercials, educaitonal and art video and film works. Featuring a number of local filmakers.
$8
Call 843-3699
Zuni Fetish Show
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Gathering Tribes
1573 Solano Ave.
Fresh from a trip to Zuni, Janet & Diane from Beyond Tradition will have new fetishes and jewelry. This is the last fetish show of the year for Gathering Tribes.
Call 528-9038
Sunday, Nov. 19
Soprano Deborah Voigt
Cal Performances
3 p.m.
Voigt’s performance is a postponment from her original Oct. 15 date. The program will remain unchanged.
$28-$48 For tickets call 642-9988 or e-mail tickets@calperfs.berkeley.edu
Mt. Madonna & Wine
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Hike through evergreen forests and visit the remains of a 19th century estate, then finish the day with a visit to Kruse Winery. One of many free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: (415) 255-3233 for reservations
“Drawing Marathon”
Merritt College’s Art Building
Live models, group poses.
$12 for half a day, $20 for a full day, senior and student discounts available. No cameras or turpentine.
523-9763
Berkeley Video & Film Festival
2 - 11 p.m.
2451 Shattuck Ave.
Screenings of 35 documentaries, features, short features, animation, comedy, commercials, educaitonal and art video and film works. Featuring a number of Berkeley filmakers.
$8
Call 843-3699
Monday, Nov. 20
The Music of Israel
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut St.
Bay Area musician Mark Levy discusses the music of Israel, from the early pioneers of Palestine to the latest rock.
Tuition for all three classes: $30 general public; $20 JJC members, seniors and students
Individual classes: $10 general; $8 JJC members, seniors and students
Call 848-0237
Tuesday, Nov. 21
Fibromyalgia Support Group
Noon - 2 p.m.
Alta Bates Medical Center, Maffly Auditorium
Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way
Call D.L. Malinousky, 601-0550
Environmental Solutions!
7 - 9 p.m.
Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut Ave. (at Rose)
Informally led by Robert Berend, former UC Extension lecturer, this group aims to have intelligent discussions on a wide range of topics. They stress that there is no religious bent to the discussions and that all viewpoints are welcome. Bring light snacks to share with group.
Call Robert Berend, 527-5332
Saturday, Nov. 25
Berkeley Artisans Holiday Open Studios
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Get map from:
1250 Addison St. #214
or download at: http://www.berkeleyartisans.com
Over one hundred professional artists and craftspeople open up their studios and workspaces to the public. All styles of artistic expression are represented. Runs Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 17.
Call 845-2612
Monday, Nov. 27
To Make the World Whole
7:30 - 9 p.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut St.
Bay Area musician Mark Levy discusses songs of peace, protest and change from labor, feminists, peace, and environmental activists of the past 125 years, that inspired others to action.
Tuition for all three classes: $30 general public; $20 JJC members, seniors and students
Individual classes: $10 general; $8 JJC members, seniors and students
Call 848-0237
Educational Philosophies Roundtable
7 - 9 p.m.
Epworth United Methodist Church
1953 Hopkins St.
At this roundtable, Sponsored by the Neighborhood Parents Network, parents will learn about the following educational philosophies: Developmental, cooperative, Montessori, bilingual, Waldorf, religious, homeschooling, and charter schools.
Free to members; non-members, $5
Call 527-6667 or visit www.parentsnet.org
Wednesday, Nov. 29
Wanderlust: Tales of Adventure and Romance
7:30 p.m.
Easy Going Travel Shop & Bookstore
1385 Shattuck Ave. (at Rose)
Jeff Greenwald and other travel writers discuss the art of writing travel literature and how to make a living doing it.
Call 843-3533
Thursday, Nov. 30
Pro Arts Juried Show Reception
6 - 8 p.m.
Pro Arts
461 Ninth St.
Oakland
With the work of 70 artists, this annual show features the work of emerging and mid-career artists. The show runs through December 30. See A&E calendar for details.
Snowshoeing Basics
7 p.m .
Recreational Equipment, Inc.
1338 San Pablo Ave.
Professional snowshoe guide Cathy Anderson-Meyers gives basic instruction on how to get out and experience Tahoe’s winter terrain on “shoes.”
Call 527-4140
Compiled by Chason Wainwright
