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Berkeley This Week
TUESDAY, MARCH 22
Early Morning Bird Walk Meet at 7:30 a.m. opposite the Pony Ride to celebrate “gloomy winter’s now awa” with Robert Tannahill. 525-2233.
Tilden Tots Join a nature adventure program for 3 and 4 year olds, each accompanied by an adult (grandparents welcome)! We’ll learn about the water cycle from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Cost is $6-$8. Registration required. 636-1684.
“Climbing Mt. Shasta” a slide presentation with Tim Keating at 7 p.m. at REI, 1338 San Pablo Ave. 527-4140.
Argosy University Information Sessions for degree programs in Psychology, Education and Business at 6 p.m. at 999-A Canal Blvd., Point Richmond. To RSVP or for directions to the school, call 215-0277.
“Forgetfulness: Is It Normal Aging or Alzheimer’s?” with Brian C. Richardson, M.D. at 4 p.m. at Jewish Family & Children’s Services, 828 San Pablo Ave., Suite 104, Albany. To register call 558-7800.
Tap Into It Jazz and Rhythm Tap classes at Montclair Recreation Center, 6300 Moraga Ave., Oakland. Experienced at 6:30 p.m., beginners at 7:30 p.m. 482-7812.
Meditation Class at 7 p.m. at Dzalandhara Buddhist Center, in Berkeley. Donations accepted. For directions call 559-8183.
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. Carl Arnault will show slides of the world’s coral reefs at 11 a.m. 845-6830.
Sing-A-Long every Tues. from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic. All ages welcome. 524-9122.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23
Military Recruitment Teach-In for Berkeley High students, 2nd through 5th periods in the Little Theater. For more information go to BHS Room C324. Sponsored by CAS Social Action Committee.
Great Decisions 2005: “Widening Poverty Gap” with Prof. David Levine, Haas School of Business, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant St. Cost is $5. For information and reservations call 526-2925.
Honoring Rosie’s Sisters-Women Veterans During Women's History Month Gray Panthers celebrate women who served during WWII, Korea, the Spanish Civil War, and any time. At 1:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. 548-9696.
“Unlocking Horns: Healing & Forgiveness in Burundi” with David Niyonzima at 7:15 p.m. at Berkeley Friends Church, 1600 Sacramento St. 524-4112.
Martial Arts Demonstration for children and teens with John Burn and students of Berkeley Cuong Nhu Karate-The Rohai Dojo at 4:30 p.m. at the Berkeley Public Library, West Branch, 1125 University Ave. at San Pablo. 981-6270.
AARP Free Tax Assistance for taxpayers with middle and low incomes, with special attention to those 60 years and older. From 12:15 to 4:15 p.m. at the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave. Appointments must be made in advance. 526-3720, ext. 5.
“Who Bombed Judi Bari?” documentary at 7 p.m. at Humanist Hall, 390 27th St., midtown Oakland. Donation of $5 requested.
Winter Walk Berkeley for Seniors meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Sea Breeze Market, just west of the I-80 overpass. Everyone is welcome, wear comfortable shoes and a warm hat. 548-9840.
Artify Ashby Muralist Group meets every Wed. from 5 to 8 p.m. at the South Berkeley Senior Center, to plan a new mural. New artists are welcome. Call Bonnie at 704-0803.
Berkeley Peace Walk and Vigil at the Berkeley BART Station, corner of Shattuck and Center. Sing for Peace at 6:30 p.m. Peace Walk at 7 p.m. www.geocities.com/
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THURSDAY, MARCH 24
Early Morning Bird Walk Meet at 7:30 a.m. at Tilden Nature Area, Tilden Park to look for birds of the Bible. 525-2233.
Tilden Explorers An after school nature adventure for 5-7 year olds who may be accompanied by an adult. No younger siblings please. We’ll learn about the weather. From 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. Cost is $6-$8. Registration required. 636-1684.
Bird Walk along the Martin Luther King Shoreline to see marsh birds at 3:30 p.m. For information call 525-2233.
“Raptor Winged Migration” a lecture and photo presentation with Don Jedlovec, East Bay Regional Parks, on the Lower Klamath Flyway at 7 p.m. in the Marian Zimmer Auditorium, Oakland Zoo. Cost is $8-$10. 632-9525, ext. 142. www.oaklandzoo.org
Golden Gate Audubon “Saving the Wild Cheetah” at 7:30 p.m. at the Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda, between Solano and Marin. Dr. Laurie Marker will give an illustrated presentation on her 30-year effort to save the wild cheetah. Meeting is free and accessible. 843-2222. ggas@goldengateaudubon.org
”The Future of Food” A film on genetically engineered foods at 7 p.m. at the Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Ave. 548-2220.
Community Budget Workshop with City staff on the two-year City budget cycle which begins July 1, at 7 p.m. at the West Berkeley Senior Center. Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters. 981-7004.
Berkeley Retired Teachers Assoc. General Meeting at 1 p.m. at the Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda. Topic for this meeting is “Health Issues.”
“Building the Bond Between Cops and Kids” A Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Social fundraiser for the Berkeley Boosters PAL at 6 p.m. at the Julia Morgan Theater, 2640 College Ave. Cost is $100. 925-798-1300. www.berkeleyboosters.org
Tsunami Relief for Small Businesses in Sri Lanka A slide presentation and discussion at 7 p.m. at Fellowship Hall, 1924 Cedar St. at Bonita. Benefit for SecondAid. 525-9533.
Older People United A discussion and support group for elders over 75 at 1:30 p.m. at the Gray Panthers, 1403 Addison St. 548-9696.
“Caring for Yourself While Caring for Others” at 7 p.m. at Jewish Family & Children’s Services, 828 San Pablo Ave., Suite 104, Albany. To register call 558-7800.
Easy Does It Disability Assistance Board of Directors Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center, Classrooms A/B. Meeting is accessible and open to the public, with time for public comment. 967-4003.
Celebrate Purim With Chabad at 7 p.m. at Bancroft Hotel, 2680 Bancroft Way. Cost is $4-$8. Reservations required. 540-5824.
FRIDAY, MARCH 25
Reduced City Services Today Call ahead to ensure programs or services you desire will be available. 981-CITY. www.cityofberkeley.info
City Commons Club Noon Luncheon with Michael Perlman on “International Finance and You.” Luncheon at 11:45 a.m. for $13, speech at 12:30 p.m., at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant St. For information and reservations call 526-2925 or 665-9020.
Shivas Irons Society Golf Tournament at 11 a.m. at Tilden Park Golf Course. Cost is $90, benefits Tilden Golf Academy. 918-2983. www.shivasjournal.org/catalog
Berkeley Chess Club meets Fridays at 7:15 p.m. at the East Bay Chess Club, 1940 Virginia St. Players at all levels are welcome. 845-1041.
“Three Beats for Nothing” a small group meeting weekly at 10 a.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center to sing for fun and practice, mostly 16th century harmony. 655-8863, 843-7610. dann@netwiz.net
Women in Black Vigil, from noon to 1 p.m. at UC Berkeley, Bancroft at Telegraph. wibberkeley@yahoo.com 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. People of all traditions are welcome to join us. Sponsored by the Buddhist Peace Fellowship. 655-6169. www.bpf.org
SATURDAY, MARCH 26
Holiday Egg Coloring We’ll collect eggs from the chickens and do some creative decorating. For ages 7 to 11 years, from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $3, registration reuired. 525-2233.
Kids Garden Club For children 7-12 years old to explore the world of gardening. We plant, harvest, build, make crafts, cook and get dirty! From 2 to 4 p.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. Cost is $5-$6, registration required. 525-2233.
Drawing and Painting California Wildflowers A two-day workshop with Dr. Linda Ann Vorobik, botanist and artist. Open to students of all levels. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sat. and Sun. at the Visitor Center, Regional Parks Botanic Garden, Tilden Park. Cost is $110 members/$125 nonmembers. 845-4116.
Berkeley Path Wanderers Urban Nature Hike A 5-mile hike from El Cerrito to Berkeley with Susan Schwartz. Meet at 10 a.m. at the El Cerrito Plaza BART. Wear layers and shoes with good traction, and bring water and lunch. 848-9358. f5creeks@aol.com
Introduction to Permaculture Covering the philosophy, ethics and principals of permaculture for your garden from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Oakland Permaculture Institute, 2135 E. 28th St. Oakland. Cost is $10-$15. 548-2220, ext. 233.
Know Your Rights Training Learn what your rights are and how to watch the police effectively and safely, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Copwatch, 2022 Blake St. Free. 548-0425.
Free Garden Tours at Regional Parks Botanic Garden Sat. and Sun. at 2 pm. Regional Parks Botanic Garden, Tilden Park. Call to confirm. 841-8732. www.nativeplants.org
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, MARCH 27
Early Morning Egg Hunt Learn where the amphibians have hidden their eggs, and learn about the life cycle of frogs and salamanders. From 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Tilden Nature Center. Cost is $5, registration required. 525-2233.
The Little Farm’s Sheep Celebrate the spring with a visit to see our lambs, discover lots of eggs, pet a bunny and find out what all this has to do with Easter. From 1 to 3 p.m. at the Tilden Nature Center. 525-2233.
Town Meeting on Counter-Military Recruitment and Contientious Objection Options at 1:30 p.m. at Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar St. at Bonita. Suggested donation $5-$10. 524-6064.
Berkeley City Club free tours from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tours are sponsored by the Berkeley City Club and the Landmark Heritage Foundation. Donations welcome. The Berkeley City Club is located at 2315 Durant Ave. For group reservations or more information, call 848-7800 or 883-9710.
Anarchist Theory Conference from 10 am. to 5 p.m. at Barrows Hall, UC Campus. Sliding scale $1-$10. www.sfbay-anarchists.org
Lake Merritt Neighbors Organized for Peace Peace walk around the lake every Sun. Meet at 3 p.m. at the colonnade at the NE end of the lake. 763-8712. lmno4p.org
MONDAY, MARCH 28
Reduced City Services Today Call ahead to ensure programs or services you desire will be available. 981-CITY. www.cityofberkeley.info
Tea and Hike 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
“The Transformation of Transnational Migration in Ecuador” with David Kyle at noon in the CLAS Conference Room, 2334 Bowditch St. 642-2088. www.clas.berkeley.edu
“The Jewish-American World of Philip Roth” a discussion of “American Pastoral,” facilitated by Laura Bernell at at 7:30 p.m. at the BRJCC, 1414 Walnut St. Cost is $10. 848-0237, ext. 110.
“Discover France Another Way” a slide show with Jackie Grandchamps at 7 p.m. at Changemakers Bookstore for Women, 6536 Telegraph Ave.
World Affairs/Politics Discussion Group for people 60 years and over meets Mondays at 9:45 a.m. at the Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Ave. Join at any time. Cost is $2.50 with refreshments. 524-9122.
“Critical Viewing” an ongoing group that examines the craft(iness) of short film, TV drama, and commercials. Free. co-sponsored by the Berkeley Adult School and BRJCC. New members always welcome. Mon. from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the BRJCC, 1414 Walnut St. 848-0237. georgeporter@earthlink.net
Fitness for 55+ A total body workout including aerobics, stretching and strengthening at 2 p.m. every Monday at the South Berkeley Senior Center. 981-5170.
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.
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
Early Morning Bird Walk Meet at 7:30 a.m. at Island picnic site to look for the birds of the Botanic Garden. 525-2233.
“Sacred Mountains: A Pilgrimage tin Yosemite and Tibet” a slide presentation with Chris Bessonette and Joanna Cooke at 7 p.m. at REI, 1338 San Pablo Ave. 527-4140.
“Eat in Season” for National Nutrition month with cooking demonstrations at 3:30 p.m. at the Berkeley Farmers’ Market, Derby St. at MLK, Jr. Way. 548-3333. www.ecologycenter.org
“Invisible Children: The Effect of the Sudanese Civil War on Children” with UCB Prof. Darren Zook at 6:15 p.m. at the FSM Cafe at Moffitt Library, UC Campus. fsm-info@library.berkeley.edu
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. corner of Eunice. All welcome, no charge. 527-2177.
Sing-A-Long every Tues. from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic. All ages welcome. 524-9122.
Tap Into It Jazz and Rhythm Tap classes at Montclair Recreation Center, 6300 Moraga Ave., Oakland. Experienced at 6:30 p.m., beginners at 7:30 p.m. 482-7812.
Organic Produce at low prices sold at the corner of Sacramento and Oregon Streets every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. This is a project of Spiral Gardens. 843-1307.
Family Story Time at the Kensington Branch Library, Tues. evenings at 7 p.m. at 61 Arlington Ave. 524-3043.
Meditation Class at 7 p.m. at Dzalandhara Buddhist Center, in Berkeley. Donations accepted. For directions call 559-8183.
Brainstormer Weekly Pub Quiz every Tuesday from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Pyramid Alehouse Brewery, 901 Gilman St. 528-9880.
Berkeley Camera Club meets at 7:30 p.m., at the Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda. Share your slides and prints and learn what other photographers are doing. Monthly field trips. 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. We offer ongoing classes in exercise and creative arts, and always welcome new members over 50. 845-6830.
ONGOING
United Way’s Earn It! Keep It! Save It! Program provides free tax assistance now through early April to families that earned less than $36,000 in 2004. To find a free tax site near you, call 1-800-358-8832 or visit www.EarnItKeepItSaveIt.org.
“Half Pint Library” Book Drive Donate children’s books to benefit Children’s Hospital. Donations accepted at 1849 Solano Ave. through March 31.
Spring Break Program for Children offered by the City’s Recreational Division, March 28-April 1, for children ages 5-12, at the Frances Albrier Community Center, 2800 Park St. For information call 981-6640.
CITY MEETINGS
City Council meets Tues. Mar. 22, at 7 p.m in City Council Chambers. 981-6900. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/citycouncil
Citizens Budget Review Commission meets Wed., Mar. 23, at 7 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. 981-7041. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/
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Civic Arts Commission meets Wed., Mar. 23, 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. Mar. 23, at 7 p.m., at the Emergency Operations Center, 997 Cedar St. William Greulich, 981-5502. www.ci.berkeley.ca. us/commissions/disaster
Energy Commission meets Wed., Mar. 23, at 6:30 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Neal De Snoo, 981-5434. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/commissions/energy
Planning Commission meets Wed., Mar. 23, at 7 p.m., at the North Berkeley Senior Center. Janet Homrighausen, 981-7484. www.ci.berkeley. ca.us/commissions/planning
Police Review Commission meets Wed. Mar. 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the North Berkeley Senior Center. 981-4950. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/commissions/policereview
Zoning Adjustments Board meets Thurs. Mar. 24, at 7 p.m., in City Council Chambers. Mark Rhoades, 981-7410. www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/commissions/zoning ª
