Election Section

TUESDAY, SEPT. 28 

Berkeley’s Creek Ordinance, a Public Hearing at a special Berkeley City Council meeting, at 6 p.m. at Longfellow School Auditorium, 1500 Derby St. 981-6900. 

School Board Candidate Night hosted by the Berkeley Special Education Parents Network at 7 p.m. at Ala Costa Center, 1300 Rose St. (at Cedar/Rose Park), Meet and ask important questions of school board candidates: Karen Hemphill, Merrilie Mitchell, Joaquin Rivera, Kalima Rose, and John Selawsky. 525-9262. 

“Humanity 2.0: Will your Grandchildren be Genetically Modified?” A conversation about the social and political implications of the new human biotechnologies with Bill McKibben and Marcy Darnovsky, moderated by Prof. Michael Pollan, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the North Gate Library, Graduate School of Journalism, Hearst at Euclid. 625-0819. www.genetics-and-society.org 

Furthering the Movement The War on Iraq, Political Prisoners, & Equal Rights, presented by James Cosner at 7 p.m. at Humanist Hall, 390 27th St. Oakland. Donation $5-$10, no one turned away. 419-1405. 

The Golden Game: California Baseball History Month A reception and panel discussion at 6 p.m. at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Ave. 549-3564, ext. 316. 

“Any Woman Can Be An Endurance Athlete” Training tips for fitness, recreation or competition at 7 p.m. at REI, 1338 San Pablo Ave. 527-4140. 

Bridges Summer Field Research Symposium to learn about the work of graduate students in Latin America, at 2 p.m. at the CLAS Conference Room, 2334 Bowditch St. Also on Wed. 642-2088. www.clas.berkeley.edu 

Family Story Time at the Kensington Branch Library, Tues. evenings at 7 p.m. at 61 Arlington Ave. 524-3043. 

El Cerrrito Library Book Club meets to discuss “The Human Stain” by Philip Roth at 7 p.m. at the El Cerrito Library, 6510 Stockton Ave. 526-7512. www.ccclib.org 

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

Berkeley PC Users Group Problem solving and beginners meeting to answer, in simple English, users questions about Windows computers. At 7 p.m. at 1145 Walnut St., near corner of Eunice St. 527-2177. 

“Stem Cells, Religion and Presidential Politics” with Raymond Barglow at 7:30 p.m. at the BRJCC, 1414 Walnut St. Free. 848-0237, ext. 110. 

“Simchat Torah: A Meeting Point between Cyclical and Linear” at 7:30 p.m. at the BRJCC, 1414 Walnut St. Cost is $5. To register call 848-0237, ext. 110. 

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 29 

KQED Public Radio’s “Forum with Michael Krasny” Live broadcast from the Pauley Ballroom East in the MLK Student Union, UC Campus. Program topics are: 9 a.m. Proposed changes to UC’s undergraduate eligibility standards, 10 a.m. Student activism 40 years after the Free Speech Movement. Free and open to the public. 415-553-2119. www.kqed.org/radio. 

Berkeley Candidates and Ballot Measures Forum hosted by the Council of Neighborhood Associations from 7 to 9 p.m. at the City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Green Room, 1326 Allston Way. Refreshments will be served. On-site parking is available. Candidate interviews will be at 7 p.m. and ballot measures at 8 p.m.  

Candidates for the Berkeley School Board will speak and answer questions in the City Council Chambers in Old City Hall, 2134 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way. Starts promptly at 7 p.m. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Berkeley, Albany and Emeryville. 843-8824. http://lwvbae.org 

Peace Corps Informational Meeting Come learn more about “The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love!” at 6 p.m. at the Berkeley Library Claremont Branch, 2940 Benvenue Ave. 415-977-8798. jruiz@peacecorps.gov  

“Hidden Internment: The Art Shibayama Story” and “Caught in Between: What to Call Home in Times of War” Two films on U.S. government policies toward immigrant communities at 8 p.m. at La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Suggested donation $5-$25. 849-2568. www.lapena.org 

“Food for Thought” and “Field of Genes” films at 7 p.m. at Humanist Hall, 390 27th St., Oakland. Admission is free. Part of the GMOs and Food series sponsored by GMO Free Alameda County. 527-9898. www.gmofreeac.org 

“The Pollsters Handicap the Horse Race” a panel discussion at 3 p.m. at 109 Moses Hall, Campus. Sponsored by the Institute of Governmental Studies. http://politics.berkeley.edu 

“The Archbishop Romero Case: Legal Accountability in U.S. Courts” with Russell Cohen, of Heller Ehrman White & McAuliffe LLP, and Matt Eisenbrandt, of the Center for Justice & Accountability, two of the attorneys who brought the case against Romero’s killers, at 4 p.m., Room 3, Le Conte Hall, UC Campus. 642-2088. www.clas.berkeley.edu 

“Against Leviathan: Government Power and a Free Society” with economist and political historian Dr. Robert Higgs at 6:30 p.m. at The Independent Institute Conference Center, 100 Swan Way, Oakland. Cost is $10-$15. 632-1366. www.independent.org 

Knitting Hour at 6 p.m. at the West Branch of the Berkeley Public Library, 1125 University Ave. All levels and ages welcome. Get inspired and meet other knitters. Limited supplies available. Beginners, please bring size 8 needles and one skein of yarn. 981-6270. 

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/walkingtours 

Over 90 Birthday Celebration with entertainment and refreshments at 1:15 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. 981-5190. 

Solid Waste Management Public Workshop on the Site Master Plan for 2nd and Gilman Sts. at 7 p.m. at the Solid Waste Management Assembly Room, 1201 Second St. Sponsored by the City of Berkeley Solid Waste Management Commission. 981-6357. 

Bayswater Book Club meets to discuss “The Early Church” by Henry Chadwick and “The Early Church” by Glenn Hinson at 6:30 p.m. at Barnes and Noble Coffee Shop, El Cerrito Plaza. 433-2911. 

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

Prose Writers’ Workshop An ongoing group focused on issues of craft. Novices welcome. Community sponsored, no fee. Meets Wed. at 7 p.m. at the Berkeley Jewish Community Center, 1414 Walnut St. 524-3034. georgeporter@earthlink.net 

Berkeley Peace Walk and Vigil with a Sing for Peace at 6:30 p.m. at the Berkeley BART Station. www.geocities.com/ 

vigil4peace/vigil 

THURSDAY, SEPT. 30 

Strawberry Creek Cleanup Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sather Gate on UC Campus. Come help remove trash from Strawberry Creek and help preserve this great resource and San Francisco Bay. All materials will be provided. Sponsored by the UC Berkeley Office of Environment, Health & Safety. 642-6568. stevemar@berkeley.edu 

East Bay For Kerry Debate Party at the Parkway Speakeasy Theater, 1834 Park Blvd., Oakland. Doors open at 5:15 pm. This event is first-come, first-served and is limited to 200 attendees, so be sure to arrive early to grab a spot and order food. Hosted by East Bay for Kerry-Edwards. 415-305-1345. 

Human Rights Video Project will show “Behind the Labels: Garment Workers in U.S. Saipan” at 6:30 p.m. at Richmond Public Library Community Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza, near 26th and MacDonald, Richmond. 620-6561. 

“Asian American and African American Religious Leaders Speak Out For Civil Marriage and Civil Rights” at 7 pm at Badè Museum, Pacific School of Religion, 1798 Scenic Ave. 849-8260, 849-8235. 

League of Women Voters General Meeting at 5:30 p.m. at Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda. The panel topic “Getting Young People to Know How Cool it is to Vote.” Supper costs $15. Panel begins at 7 p.m. 843-8824. http://lwvbae.org 

West Berkeley Redevelopment Area Open House at 7 p.m. at the West Berkeley Senior Center. 981-7520.  

Brower Youth Awards at 6 p.m. at the Florence Schwimley Theater, 1920 Allston Way. 415-788-3666. 

“Watershed: Writers, Nature and Community” A symposium at 7:30 p.m. at UC Extension, 2222 Harold Way. For more information see www.unex.berkeley.edu/cat/038224 

“The Weather Underground” Video screening and discussion at 7 p.m. at Grand Lake Neighborhood Center, 530 Lake Park Ave., Oakland. Suggested donation $1.  

FRIDAY, OCT. 1 

First Fridays Film Series “Hijacking Catastrophe: 9/11, Fear and the Selling of America” at 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 1640 Addison St. Free. 482-1062. 

Berkeley-Palma Soriano Sister City Association report-back from recent trip to Cuba at 6:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Donation $8-$15. 981-6817. 

“The Election Year 2004” with Prof. Constance Cole at 1:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. 981-5190. 

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. 

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, OCT. 2 

Watershed Environmental Poetry Festival with Robert Haas, Lawrence Ferlingheti, Pattiann Rogers, George Keithley and many more from noon to 5 p.m. at Civic Center Park. 526-9105. www.poetryflash.org 

Mini Farmers A farm exploration program for children accompanied by an adult. Wear boots and prepare to get dirty. From 2:30 to 4 p.m. at Tilden Nature Area, in Tilden Park. Cost is $3-$5, registration required. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Leaf Art Print Collect dried leaves on a tree study walk, then make a card or decorate a t-shirt of your own. For ages six and up at 10 a.m. at Tilden Nature Area, in Tilden Park. Registration required. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Berkeley Path Wanderers Claremont Elmwood Walk Meet at 10 a.m. at the corner of Ashby and Elmwood Aves, just east of College Ave. 654-5448. 

Berkeley Historical Society Walking Tour “Transformation on the Waterfront” led by Susan Schwartz. At 10 a.m. Cost is $8-$10. 848-0181. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/histsoc/ 

Berkeley Solar Home Tour Self-guided tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting at the Shorebird Nature Center, Berkeley Marina. Tickets are $15 per group. For more information call 377-5849. www.norcalsolar.org/tour/berkeley/ 

Voter Education and Political Forum from 10 a.m. to noon at St. Paul AME Church, 2024 Ashby Ave. 848-2050. 

Swim a Mile for Women with Cancer from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Mills College Trefethan Aquatic Center. Also on Sun. Proceeds benefit the Women’s Cancer Resource Center. To register call 601-4040, ext. 180. www.wcrc.org 

Walk Against Domestic Violence at Lake Merritt, Oakland, to support A Safe Place, Oakland’s only shelter for battered women and children. For pledge forms and information call 986-8600. www.asafeplacedvs.org 

Walk for Farm Animals at 11 a.m. at Splash Pad Park, across the street from the Grand Lake Theater, Oakland. For pledge forms and information see www.walkforanimals.org 

A Conversation with Daniel Ellsberg at 2 p.m. at the Oakland Museum of California, 10th and Oak Sts. In conjunction with the exhibition “What’s Going On? California and the Vietnam Era” 238-2200. www.museumca.org 

“A Village Gathering” A day of information, resources and support for African-Americans with disabilities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Claremont Middle School, 5750 College Ave. Oakland. 547-7322, ext. 15. 

The Silence Of Our Friends a workshop presented by the UNtraining, a program for untraining white liberal racism. From 1 to 5 p.m. at Berkeley High School Library, 1980 Allston Way. Sliding scale $10-50, no one turned away for lack of funds. Everyone welcome. Wheelchair Accessible. 235-3957. www.untraining.org  

Great Dog Lick Off A fundraising event for the Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society at noon at Alan’s Petzeria. Cost is $5. 

Sick Plant Clinic The first Sat. of every month, UC plant apthologist, Dr. Robert Raabe, UC entomologist Dr. Nick Mills, and their team of experts will diagnose what ails your plants. From 9 a.m. to noon at the UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Dr. Free. 643-2755. 

Free Emergency Preparedness Class on Fire Supression from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 997 Cedar St. To sign up call 981-5605. www. 

ci.berkeley.ca.us/fire/oes.html 

Pee Wee Basketball for Girls ages 6-8 begins at 10 a.m. at 1255 Allston Way. Cost is $25 for residents and runs for 6 weeks. Sponsored by Berkeley Youth Alternatives. 845-9066. 

Car Wash Benefit for Options Recovery Services of Berkeley, held every Sat. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lutheran Church, 1744 University Ave. 666-9552. 

SUNDAY, OCT. 3 

One Long Hike From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning at Tilden Nature Area, in Tilden Park. Bring water, sunscreen and lunch as we take a look at the natural and cultural history of Wildcat Canyon. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Plant It and They Will Come Learn the simple steps to attract wildlife to your backyard, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Tilden Nature Area, in Tilden Park. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Neighborhood Disaster Training for Panoramic Hill from 9 a.m. to noon. Sponsored by the City of Berkeley. For information and to register call 981-5506. 

“Moral Responsibility, the Mind-Body Problem” with Gunther Stent, Prof. of Molecular and Cell Biology, UCB, at 9:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, 1 Lawson Rd., Kensington. 525-0302.  

Mid-Autum Children’s Festival Celebrating the Vietnamese Moon Festival from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Oakland Museum of California, 10th and Oak Sts. In conjunction with the exhibition “What’s Going On? California and the Vietnam Era” 238-2200. www.museumca.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 

Tibetan Buddhism with Stephanie Hoffman on “Tibetan Text Preservation: Preserving an Endangered Tradition” at 6 p.m. at the Tibetan Nyingma Institute, 1815 Highland Pl. 843-6812. www.nyingmainstitute.com 

MONDAY, OCT. 4 

“Does America Need a New President?” with William Kristol, editor of The Weekly Standard and Mark Danner, professor at the UCB Graduate School of Journalism at 7:30 p.m. at Zellerbach Auditorium, UC Campus. Tickets are $10 available from 642-9988. http://journalism.berkeley.edu 

Tea at Four Taste some of the finest teas from the Pacific Rim and South Asia and learn their natural and cultural history, followed by a short nature walk. At 4 p.m. at Tilden Nature Area, in Tilden Park. Cost is $5-$7, registration required. 525-2233. www.ebparks.org 

Berkeley Measure Q: Pros and Cons at the The Oakland/East Bay Chapter of the National Organization for Women meeting at 6 p.m. at Chanel Hall of the Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1744 University Ave. at McGee. 287-8948. 

“Separation of Church and State: Where Are We Today?” A panel discussion sponsored by Americans United Against Church and State, the ACLU, Secular Humanists of the East Bay and Kol Hadash at 7:30 p.m. at BRJCC, 1414 Walnut St. 848-0237. 

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. 

“Ulysses” Discussion Book Group at 7 p.m. at the Long Haul, 3124 Shattuck Ave. We will meet every Monday night and hopefully finish by Bloomsday 2005. 

Academic Center of Excellence at St. Paul AME Church, 2024 Ashby Ave. on Mon. and Wed. from 3 to 6 p.m. A free resource for students in grades K-12 in partnership with UC Berkeley. 848-2050. Also in ongoing 

Copwatch Class Learn about the history of police, community policing, racial profiling, government surveillance of anti-war protestors and pre-emptive arrests, and what your rights under the Patriot Act. From 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 2022 Blake St., near Shattuck. Free and open to the public. 548-0425. 

CITY MEETINGS 

City Council meets Tues., Sept. 28, at 7 p.m at Longfellow School Auditorium, 1500 Derby St., for a Public Hearing on the Creek Ordinance. Sherry M. Kelly, city clerk, 981-6900. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/citycouncil 

Council Agenda Committee meets Mon., Oct. 4, at 2:30 p.m., at 2180 Milvia St., Sherry M. Kelly, city clerk, 981-6900. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/citycouncil/agenda-committee 

Berkeley Rent Stabilization Board meets Mon. Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. in City Council Chambers, Pam Wyche 644-6128 ext. 113. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/rent 

Landmarks Preservation Commission meets Mon., Oct. 4, at 7:30 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Gisele Sorensen, 981-7419. www.ci.berkeley.ca. 

us/commissions/landmarks 

Peace and Justice Commission meets Mon., Oct. 4, at 7 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Manuel Hector, 981-5510. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/commissions/peaceandjustice 

Youth Commission meets Mon., Oct. 4, at 6:30 p.m., at 1730 Oregon St. Philip Harper-Cotton, 981-6670. www.ci. 

berkeley.ca.us/commissions/youth?