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Wednesday, Aug. 15
Space Weather
Noon - 2 p.m.
Lawrence Hall of Science
UC Berkeley
Part of the Lawrence Hall of Science Wednesday FUN-days. Explore the Space Weather exhibit, talk to NASA researchers, look for sun spots, make a sundial, cast sun prints. Museum admission $3 - $7. 642-5132
Berkeley Communicator Toastmasters Club
7:15 a.m.
Vault Cafe
3250 Adeline
Learn to speak with confidence. Ongoing first and third Wednesdays each month. 527-2337
Support Group for Family/Friends Caring for Older Adults
4 - 5:30 p.m. - 3rd Wednesday of each month
Alta Bates Medical Center
Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way
3rd floor, Room 3369B (elevator - B)
The group will focus on the needs of the older adult with serious medical problems, psychiatric illnesses, substance abuse, and their caregivers. Free. 802-1725
Dramatic Presentation based on Life Stories
1 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave.
A presentation based on the life stories of senior citizens who were interviewed at the Center by students of the Berkeley Repertory Theatre. 644-6107 www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/hhs/commsvc/seniors.htm
Thursday, Aug. 16
Berkeley Metaphysical Toastmasters Club
6:15 - 7:30 p.m.
2515 Hillegass Ave.
Public speaking skills and metaphysics come together. Ongoing first and third Thursdays each month. Call 869-2547
Ancient Native Sites of the East Bay
7:30 p.m.
Room 160 Kroeber Hall, University of California Campus
Christopher Dore will discuss “Space and Place at Two East Bay Shellmounds.” Jason Claiborne, archaeologist with Archeotec, Inc., will discuss his recent work and the delicate position of playing “archaeo-police” versus serving the client in a talk entitled “Insuring the Future of the Past.” $10
841-2242
Salsa Dance Classes
7:30 p.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut St.
Classes every Thursday with live percussionists, light refreshments, DJ playing Latin music. $10 or $15 for two.
237-9874
Kensington 55+ Activity Center
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Social Hall of Arlington Community Church
52 Arlington Ave.
Conversation, Apple II computer instruction, massage therapy, German conversation group, meditation and relaxation techniques, watercolor art class, tea and coffee. Special 11 a.m. program: Travel, Jackie Hetman presents “A 17-Day Train Trip Through Namibia.” For more information call 526-9146 or 547-1969.
The Candy Cottage
1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Hall of Health
2230 Shattuck Ave. (Lower Level)
“The Candy Cottage” is a short comedy written and performed by the Hall of Health staff, for children ages 3 to 12. The play provides information about eating healthy, the food pyramid. Free. For more information call:
549-1564.
Friday, Aug. 17
Therapy for Trans Partners
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Pacific Center for Human Growth
2712 Telegraph Ave. (at Derby)
A group open to partners of those in transition or considering transition. The group is structured to be a safe place to receive support from peers and explore a variety of issues, including sexual orientation, coming out, feelings of isolation, among other topics. Intake process required. Meeting Fridays through Aug. 17.
$8 - $35 sliding scale per session
Call 548-8283 x534 or x522
Opus Q Auditions
3 - 5 p.m.
The University Lutheran Chapel
2425 College Ave.
Opus Q - The East Bay Men’s Chorale is preparing for its first full season. Gay men and their allies are invited to audition for the world’s newest GALA ensemble. For more information: www.opus-q.com or call 664-0260.
Even Stronger Women
1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave.
Free weekly cultural discussion class. This week: Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony. 549-1879
Saturday, Aug. 18
Berkeley Farmers’ Market
10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Center Street @ Martin Luther King Jr. Way
12th Annual Cajun & More Festival. Live music by: Motor Dude Zydeco, Johnny Harper’s Carnival, Creole Belles, Sauce Picuante. Food, crafts fair, micro-breweries, and free Cajun dance lessons with Pattie Whitehurst. Free event open to the public. 548-3333 www.ecologycenter.org
The Pyramid Outdoor Cinema
7 p.m.
Pyramid Alehouse
901 Gilman St.
The Outdoor Cinema features cult classics projected on a large screen in the open-air brewery parking lot. This week, Grease. Movies show every Saturday through Sept. 22. $5 donation. 206-682-8322 x237 www.pyramidbrew.com
Sunday, Aug. 19
Hands-On Bicycle
Repair Clinics
11 a.m. - Noon
Recreational Equipment, Inc.
1338 San Pablo Ave.
Learn how to fix a flat from one of REI’s bike technicians. All you need to bring is your bike. Tools are provided. Free
527-4140
Tibetan Culture
6 p.m.
Tibetan Nyingma Institute
1815 Highland Place
Stephanie Hoffman on “Preserving the Tibetan Literary Heritage.” Free. 843-6812
West Berkeley Market
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
University Ave., between 3rd and 4th Streets
Family-oriented weekly market. Crafts, music, produce, and specialty foods. This Sunday is International Family Day. 654-6346 www.westberkeley.com
Opus Q Auditions
4 - 6 p.m.
The University Lutheran Chapel
2425 College Ave.
Opus Q - The East Bay Men’s Chorale is preparing for its first full season. Gay men and their allies are invited to audition for the world’s newest GALA ensemble. For more information: www.opus-q.com or call 664-0260.
The Bungalow - Tradition
and Transformation
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Building Education Center
812 Page St.
Instructed by architect/contractor Barry Wagner. $35.
525-7610
— compiled by Guy Poole
Monday, Aug. 20
Tuesday, Aug. 21
Intelligent Conversation
7 - 9 p.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
A discussion group open to all, regardless of age, religion, viewpoint, etc. This time the discussion will center on fears and phobias: getting and overcoming them. Informally led by Robert Berend, who founded similar groups in L.A., Menlo Park, and Prague. Bring light snacks/drinks to share. Free
527-5332
Berkeley Camera Club
7:30 p.m.
Northbrae Community Church
941 The Alameda
Share your slides and learn what other photographers are doing. Monthly field trips.
Call Don, 525-3565
Free Early Music Group
10 - 11:30 a.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave. (at MLK)
Small group sings madrigals and other voice harmony every Tuesday morning. 655-8863
Berkeley Fibromyalgia Support Group
12 - 2 p.m. every 3rd Tuesday
Alta Bates Medical Center
Maffly Auditorium - Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way
Rap session. 601-0550 www.arthritis.org
Free Computer Class for Seniors
9:30 - 11:30 a.m. and 1 - 3 p.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
This free course offers basic instruction in keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Windows 95, Excel and Internet access. Space is limited, call ahead for a reservation.
644-6109
Slide Show: Birds in the Garden
1 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave. (at MLK Jr. Way)
A discussion follows. 644-6107 www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/hhs/commsvc/seniors.htm