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Berkeley This Week

Tuesday July 27, 2004

TUESDAY, JULY 27 

“Global Implications of US Nuclear Weapons” with Jacqueline Cabasso, executive director, Western States Legal Foundation, at 3 p.m. at Redwood Gardens Community Room, 2951 Derby St. Admission is free. 

Farm Fresh Choice Celebration with fresh food tasting, including freshly roasted organic corn, and watermelon, and children’s games. From 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the BAHIA School, at the James Kenney Recreation Center on 8th and Virginia in West Berkeley. 848-1704. 

Twilight Hike: The Creekside Nightshift As twilight descends, many of our residents begin their busy “day.” Deer, raccoons, woodrats, and several kinds of bats are all part of the night shift. You will be rewarded with sights of sounds of these animals on our quiet hike. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your car. From 7 to 9 p.m. at Tilden Nature Area, in Tilden Park. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Backpacking and Day Hiking the Sierra’s Feather River Country with author/explorer Tom DeMund, at 7 p.m. at REI, 1338 San Pablo Ave. 527-4140. 

Organic Produce at low prices sold at the corner of Sacramento and Oregon Streets every Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. This is a project of Spiral Gardens. 843-1307. 

Tales of Your Amazing Body at 2 p.m. at the Hall of Health, 2230 Shatuck Ave., lower level. For ages 3-10. Suggested donation $3. 549-1564. 

Phone Banking to ReDefeat Bush on Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Cafe de la Paz, 1600 Shattuck Ave. Bring your cell phones. Please RSVP if you can join us. 233-2144. dan@redefeatbush.com 

“The Gift of Shabbat: Philosophy and Practice” at 7:30 p.m. at the Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center, 1414 Walnut St. 848-0237, ext. 112. 

Berkeley Camera Club meets at 7:30 p.m., at the Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda. 548-3991. www.berkeleycameraclub.org 

St. John’s Prime Timers meets at 9:30 a.m. at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 2727 College Ave. 845-6830. 

Tuesday Tilden Walkers We are a few slowpoke seniors who walk between a mile or two each Tuesday, meeting at 9:30 a.m. in the Little Farm parking lot. To join us, call 215-7672.  

WEDNESDAY, JULY 28 

Organize! Organize! Organize! Creating Social Change with the Berkeley Gray Panthers and Sandra Weese, organizer for SEIU Local 250 at 1:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. 548-9696. 

Twilight Tour “Agaves to Zephyranthes” A tour of select monocots, including woody lilies, grasses, and grass-like plants at 5:30 p.m. at the Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive. Cost is $12-$17. Registration required. 643-2755. http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu 

“Autonomous Education” a film by the Chiapas Media Project, at 7:30 p.m. at Humanist Hall, 390 27th St. in downtown Oakland. 654-9587. 

Manifest Destiny Edition Highlights of ten politically moving films at 8 p.m. at 21 Grand, Oakland, $5-$10 sliding scale. 

Bayswater Book Club meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Barnes and Noble Coffee Shop, El Cerrito Plaza. We are reading “Titans and Olympians: Greek and Roman Myths.” 433-2911. 

Tilden Tots A nature adventure program for 3 and 4 year olds each accompanied by an adult. We’ll capture and release butterflies, moths and other insects. From 10 to 11:30 a.m. in Tilden Nature Area. Cost is $6-$8, registration required. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Tales of Your Amazing Body at 2 p.m. at the Hall of Health, 2230 Shatuck Ave., lower level. For ages 3-10. Suggested donation $3. 549-1564. 

Walk Berkeley for Seniors meets every Wednesday, rain or shine, at 9:30 a.m. at the Sea Breeze market, just west of the I-80 overpass. Everyone is welcome, wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat. 548-9840. 

Walking Tour of Old Oakland around the restored 1870s business district. Meet at 10 a.m. in front of G.B. Ratto’s at 827 Washington St. Reservations can be made by calling 238-3234. www.oaklandnet. 

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“Eyewitness Haiti” with members of the Haiti Action Committee speaking on their recent visit, at 7 p.m. at La Peña, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Cost is $5-$10 sliding scale. 849-2568. www.lapena.org 

Fresh Produce Stand at San Pablo Park from 3 to 6:30 p.m. in the Frances Albrier Community Center. 848-1704. www.ecologycenter.org 

Fun with Acting Class every Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Free, all are welcome, no experience necessary.  

Berkeley Peace Walk and Vigil at the Berkeley BART Station, corner of Shattuck and Center. Vigil at 6:30 p.m. Peace Walk at 7 p.m. www.geocities.com/ 

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THURSDAY, JULY 29 

Tilden Explorers A nature adventure program for 5-7 year olds who may be accompanied by an adult, no younger siblings, please. We’ll learn about insects, their body parts, and families. From 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. at Tilden Nature Area. Cost is $6-$8, registration required. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Tales of Your Amazing Body at 2 p.m. at the Hall of Health, 2230 Shatuck Ave., lower level. For ages 3-10. Donation $3. 549-1564. 

Twilight Tour “Plants for Your Landscape and Garden” Expand your plant palette with reliable bloomers and drought tolerant plants at 5:30 p.m. at the Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive. Cost is $12-$17. Registration required. 643-2755. http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu 

FRIDAY, JULY 30 

Free Compost for Berkeley Residents Open to the general public at 11:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Berkeley Marina Maintenance Yard, 201 University Ave., next to Adventure Playground. 644-6566.  

Berkeley Chess Club meets Fridays at 7:15 p.m. at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Ave. Players at all levels are welcome. 652-5324. 

Women in Black Vigil, from noon to 1 p.m. at UC Berkeley, Bancroft at Telegraph. 548-6310, 845-1143. 

Meditation, Peace Vigil and Dialogue, gather at noon on the grass close to the West Entrance to UC Berkeley, on Oxford St. near University Ave. Sponsored by the Buddhist Peace Fellowship. 655-6169. www.bpf.org 

Overeaters Anonymous meets at 1:30 p.m. at the Northbrae Church at Solano and The Alameda. 525-5231. 

SATURDAY, JULY 31 

Fifth Annual Urban Sustainability Bike Tour We’ll tour several houses in the East Bay that demonstrate some aspect of lighter living in the city. Join us at the east side of the Ashby BART Station at 10 a.m. Please bring lunch and water with you. 548-2220, ext. 233. www.ecologycenter.org 

Sunset Walk in Emeryville Marina with Solo Sierrans. Meet for an hour’s walk on paved trail through the Emery- 

ville Marina with quiet views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Meet behind Chevy’s Restaurant at 5:30 p.m. 234-8949. 

United Nations Association 40th Anniversary Celebration, with music, dance and food, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1403B Addison St. in the University Ave. Andronico’s parking lot. 849-1752. 

“Port Chicago,” a musical-theater performance commemorating the 60th anniversary of the worst home-front disaster in World War II, will be staged by the Marcus Shelby Jazz Orchestra from 3 to 5 p.m., at the African-American Museum and Library at Oakland, 659 14th St. 637-0200. www.oaklandlibrary.org  

Summer Pond Plunge With dip-nets and maginifiers we’ll search for backswimmers, dragonflies and more. For ages 4 and up. From 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. 525-2233. 

Berkeley International Kite Festival at Cesar Chavez Park, Berkeley Marina. 235-5483. www.highlinekites.com  

Rockridge to the Hills Explore historic neighborhoods of Oakland and Berkeley, with beautiful old homes, gardens, and a creek. Ascend to Claremont Open Space for a picnic and views before returning to Rockridge. A challenging, seven mile hike with an elevation gain between 1,000 and 2,000 feet. From 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 415- 543-6771, ext. 302. www.greenbelt.org 

Full Moon Peak Hike for youth and families to Wildcat Peak to see the moonrise. From 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. 525-2233. 

“Butterflies: Flying Flowers” from 1 to 4 p.m. at Regional Parks Botanic Garden, Tilden park. Cost is $30-$35. For reservations call 845-4116. www.nativeplants.org 

Oakland Heritage Alliance Walking Tour of Glenview From 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at Gleview Elementary School, corner of Hampel and La Cresta. Tour is limited to 20 persons. Cost is $5 for OHA members, $10 for nonmembers. For reservations call 763-9218. www.oaklandheritage.org 

Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront Meet at 10 a.m. at the corner of Broadway and Embarcadero. For reservations call 238-3234. www.oaklandnet.com/wallkingtours 

The Bay Area Dry Climate Garden Learn what to plant in our winter-wet, summer-dry climate, choosing from plants from similar climates around the world. At 10 a.m. at Magic Gardens Nursery, 729 Heinz Ave. 644-2351. www.magicgardens.com 

Trivial Pursuit Booklover’s Edition Join this interactive event and test your knowledge of book and author trivia at 2 p.m. at Barnes and Noble, 2352 Shattuck Ave. 644-0861. 

Disaster First Aid Class from 9 a.m. to noon at the Fire Dept. Training Center, 997 Cedar St. Part of Berkeley Community Emergency Response Training series, open to anyone who lives or works in Berkeley. To register, call 981-5506. 

Yoga for Seniors at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant St., on Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m. for $8. 848-7800. 

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1 

Guided Trails Challenge Hike in Kennedy Grove from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration required. 525-2233. 

Oakland Heritage Alliance Walking Tour of Fruitval Commercial from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meet at the Pedestrian Plaza at East 12th St and 34th Ave. Cost is $5 for OHA members, $10 for nonmembers. For reservations call 763-9218. www.oaklandheritage.org 

Free Sailboat Rides between 1 and 4 p.m. at the Cal Sailing Club in the Berkeley Marina. Bring warm waterproof clothes. www.cal-sailing.org 

“Justice For All” with Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, organizer of the UUFETA, at 9:30 a.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, 1 Lawson Road, Kensington. 525-0302.  

Tibetan Buddhism, with Sylvia Gretchen on “Heroic Lives of Bodhisattvas” at 6 p.m. at the Tibetan Nyingma Institute, 1815 Highland Pl. 843-6812. www.nyingmainstitute.com 

Celebrating Recovery at New Spirit Community Church A special worship service honoring and celebrating the journey of recovery, at 11 a.m. at Pacific School of Religion Chapel, 1798 Scenic Ave. 704-7729. www.newspiritchurch.org 

MONDAY, AUGUST 2 

National Organization for Women Oakland/East Bay Chapter meets at 6 p.m. the first Monday of each month at the Oakland YWCA, 1515 Webster St. Our August speakers will be three lesbian authors who will discuss the similarities and differences gays and straights encounter in getting published. 287-8948.  

The Coalition for a democratic Pacifica looks at Russia at 7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall, Cedar and Bonita.  

Fitness for 55+ A total body workout including aerobics, stretching and strengthening at 1:15 p.m. every Monday at the South Berkeley Senior Center. 981-5170. 

Iyengar Yoga on Mondays from from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Ave. Cost is $12. 528-9909. gay@yogagarden.org 

World Affairs/Politics Discussion Group for people 60 years and over meets Mondays at 10:15 a.m. at the Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Ave. Join at any time. 524-9122. 

Berkeley CopWatch organizational meeting at 8 p.m. at 2022 Blake St. Join us to work on current issues around police misconduct. Volunteers needed. For information call 548-0425. 

A Celebration of Diversity in Families To explore both biblical and modern concepts of family for children from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Aug 6. Sponsored by the Arlington Community Church. To register call 526-9146. 

TUESDAY, AUGUST 3 

Tomato Tastings at the Tuesday Farmers Market, Derby St. at MLK, Jr Way from 2 to 7 p.m. Sample about 35 tomato varieties. 548-3333. www.ecologycenter.org 

Mid-Day Meander Hike Rare manzanitas, cool mosses and delicious berries all in a compact park off Skyline Blvd., from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. registration required. 525-2233. 

Tales of Your Amazing Body at 2 p.m. at the Hall of Health, 2230 Shatuck Ave., lower level. For ages 3-10. Suggested donation $3. 549-1564. 

Bicycle Maintenance 101 Learn how to identify and fix your bike’s simple mechanical problems at 7 p.m. at REI, 1338 San Pablo Ave. 527-4140. 

American Red Cross Blood Services is holding a volunteer orientation from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at 6230 Claremont Ave. Volunteers are needed to support the more than 40 blood drives held each month. Advance sign-up needed. 594-5165. 

“There’s Something About W” takes a look at the state of our nation in light of the policies of the Bush Administration over the past 3 years. at 8 p.m. at the Roda Theater, 2015 Addison St. 

Organic Produce at low prices sold at the corner of Sacramento and Oregon Streets every Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. This is a project of Spiral Gardens. 843-1307. 

Phone Banking to ReDefeat Bush on Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m. at Cafe de la Paz, 1600 Shattuck Ave. Bring your cell phones. Please RSVP if you can join us. 415-336 8736. dan@redefeatbush.com 

Berkeley Camera Club meets at 7:30 p.m., at the Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda. 548-3991. www.berkeleycameraclub.org 

St. John’s Prime Timers meets at 9:30 a.m. at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 2727 College Ave. 845-6830. 

Tuesday Tilden Walkers We are a few slowpoke seniors who walk between a mile or two each Tuesday, meeting at 9:30 a.m. in the Little Farm parking lot. To join us, call 215-7672.  

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4 

Twilight Tour “Latin America: The Least Grown and Least Known” A tour of Latin American plants that are typically under-represented in commercial nurseries, at 5:30 p.m. at the Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive. Cost is $12-$17. Registration required. 643-2755. http://botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu 

Walk Berkeley for Seniors meets every Wednesday, rain or shine, at 9:30 a.m. at the Sea Breeze market, just west of the I-80 overpass. Everyone is welcome, wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat. 548-9840. 

Walking Tour of Old Oakland “New Era/New Politics” highlights African-American leaders who have made their mark on Oakland. Meet at 10 a.m. at the African American Museum and Library at 659 14th St. 238-3234. www.oaklandnet.com/wallkingtours 

Point Molate Restoration A presentation by the Naval Facilities Engineering Command at 6 p.m. at the Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza. 620-6561.  

“What the #$*! Do We Know?!” a film on the convergence of science and spiritality opens at UA Berkeley. www.whatthebleep.com 

Berkeley Communicators Toastmasters meets at 7:15 a.m. at Mediterraneum Caffe, 2475 Telegraph Ave. For information call 524-3765. 

Fresh Produce Stand at San Pablo Park from 3 to 6:30 p.m. in the Frances Albrier Community Center. 848-1704. www.ecologycenter.org 

Fun with Acting Class every Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Free, all are welcome, no experience necessary.  

Berkeley Peace Walk and Vigil at the Berkeley BART Station, corner of Shattuck and Center. Vigil at 6:30 p.m. Peace Walk at 7 p.m. www.geocities.com/ 

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ONGOING 

Free Summer Lunch Programs are offered to youth age 18 and under at various sites in Berkeley, including James Kenny Rec. Center, Frances Albrier Center, Strawberry Creek, Longfellow School, Rosa Parks School and Washington School, Mon. - Fri. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. until Aug. 20. Sponsored by the City of Berkeley Health Dept. 981-5351.  

CITY MEETINGS 

Civic Arts Commission meets Wed., July 28, at 6:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Mary Ann Merker, 981-7533. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/ 

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Disaster Council meets Wed., July 28, at 7 p.m., at the Emergency Operations Center, 997 Cedar St. Carol Lopes, 981-5514. www.ci.berkeley.ca. us/commissions/disaster 

Energy Commission meets Wed., July 28, at 6:30 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Neal De Snoo, 981-5434. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/commissions/energy 

Mental Health Commission meets Wed., July 28 at 6:30 p.m. at 2640 MLK Jr. Way, at Derby. Harvey Turek, 981-5213. www.ci.erkeley.ca.us/ 

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Planning Commission meets Wed., July 28, at 7 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Ruth Grimes, 981-7481. www.ci.berkeley. ca.us/commissions/planning?