Events Listings

THURSDAY, OCT. 22 

Berkeley Path Wanderers Founders Walk Join BPWA co-founder Pat DeVito on a brisk walk of her favorite paths. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Berkeley Rose Garden, near the sign on Euclid. Walk lasts 2.5 hours. 520-3876.  

Conference on Afghan and Iranian Diaspora Cultures and Communities in the Bay Area with presentations, discussions, film screening, art exhibition, poetry and dance performance, Thurs. from 5 to 7 p.m. and all day Sat. and Sun. at California State University, East Bay, 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward. Cost is $35- $50. http://class.csueastbay.edu/Global_Knowledge.php 

Home Energy Improvements Workshop Learn how you can save energy and money, improve indoor air quality and take advantage of incentives and rebates, at 7 p.m. at Epworth Unified Methodist Church, 1953 Hopkins St. For information call 981-7473. 

Berkeley Entrepreneurs Forum for innovation in the semiconductor industry at 6:30 p.m. in Andersen Auditorium, Haas School of Business, UC campus. http://entrepreneurship.berkeley.edu 

National Day of Protest to Stop Police Brutality at noon at Oakland City Hall Plaza, 14th & Broadway 

FRIDAY, OCT. 23 

City Commons Club Noon Luncheon with Dr. Joel Parrott, Exec. Dir. of the Oakland Zoo, on “The History and Future of the Oakland Zoo” Luncheon at 11:45 a.m. for $15, speech at 12:30 p.m., at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant St. For reservations call 527-2173.  

Berkeley Women in Black weekly vigil from noon to 1 p.m. at Bancroft and Telegraph. Our focus is human rights in Palestine. 548-6310. 

Stand With Us Stand for Peace Stand with Israel vigil every Friday from noon to 1 p.m. at Bancroft and Telegraph. www.sfvoiceforisrael.org 

SATURDAY, OCT. 24 

Out of the Darkness Walk A benefit for the American Society for Suicide Prevention at 6 a.m. at The Colonnades, at Lake Merritt. You do not have to fundraise to walk, and any size donation helps. For information email OaklandWalk@aol.com 

“Upholding Dignity: The Farm Worker Struggle Continues” Benefit dinner for AFSC in honor of the commitment to farm worker’s rights, with David Bacon and Jesus Gamboa, the Mayor of Visalia, at 5 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Oakland, 2619 Broadway, Oakland. Tickets are $100, some scholarships available. 415-565-0201, ext. 16. jparish@afsc.org 

Help Restore Cerrito Creek at the foot of Albany Hill. Meet at 10 a.m. at Creekside Park, south end of Santa Clara Ave., El Cerrito. Wear closed-toed shoes with good traction and clothes that can get dirty. All ages welcome, snacks, tools, and gloves provided. 848 9358. www.fivecreeks.org 

Project Peace East Bay’s Day of Peace from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Volunteers at Claremont Middle School, 5750 College Ave., in Oakland, and Berkeley’s Leconte Elementary School, 2241 Russell St. will help each school with various building and grounds projects. Those who wish to volunteer may register at www.projectpeaceeastbay.org 

The New School Halloween Bazaar with face painting, children’s games, rummage sale, book sale, lunch, crafts, jump tent, bake sale, mobile bike repair, and live entertainment, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1606 Bonita at Cedar. 548-9165. 

Haunted House and Family Pre-Halloween Party for all ages with adjustable scariness, from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 2727 College Ave. Wear costumes. 845-6830 ext 13. 

Halloween Spook-tacular Music and party with games, Haunted Parlor and fun for the whole family, at 6:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Alameda, 2001 Santa Clara at Chestnut, Alameda. Free, donations acepted. 522-1477.  

Fall Storytime for preschool children and thier families at 11 a.m. at the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave. 526-3720. 

Superheroes and Mythical Monsters Make a cape and mask from 1 to 3 p.m. at Museum of Children’s Art, 538 9th St., Oakland. Cost is $7 per child, $3 per adult. 465-8770. 

Music Business Seminar sponsored by California Lawyers for the Arts from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Ex’pression College for Digital Arts, 6601 Shellmound St. Cost is $25-$70. 415-775-7200. www.calawyersforthearts.org 

South Berkeley Clinic Acupuncture Day from 8 a.m. to noon at 2880 Sacramento St.  

Walking Tour of Jack London Waterfront Meet at 10 a.m. at the corner of Broadway and Embarcadero. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Reservations can be made by calling 238-3234.  

“Get Well!” Alternative practitioners talk about healing from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Berkeley Public Library, 3rd Flr, 2090 Kittredge. 981-6107. 

Family Art Workshop: Superheroes and Mythical Monsters from 1 to 3 p.m. at Museum of Children’s Art, 538 9th St., Oakland. Cost is $3-$7. 465-8770. www.mocha.org 

Community Reflections on Oakland Homicides Open roundtable discussions set among art exhibits and performances from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in San Antonio Park, Oakland. ace.arts.eastbay@gmail.com 

Albany Reads “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” Discussion on autism and asberger’s syndrome with Mimi W. Lou, Clinical Director of CHAI, Children's Hospital Autism Intervention at 2 p.m. in the Edith Stone Room of the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany. 526-3720 ext. 5.  

Zombies and Killer Klowns Weekend at Playland-Not-At-The-Beach Sat. and Sun. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. Cost is $10-$15. 932-8966.  

Lawn Bowling on the green at the corner of Acton St. and Bancroft Way every Wed. and Sat. at 10 a.m. for ages 12 and up. Wear flat soled shoes, no heels. Free lessons. 841-2174.  

SUNDAY, OCT. 25 

Free/Low-Cost Animal Care including vaccines for dogs and cats, rabies vaccines, microchipping, dog licensing, and spay/neuter vouchers, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Berkeley Animal Care Services, 2013 Second St., cross street Addison. Dogs need to be on a leash; puppies and cats in a carrier. No-one turned away for lack of funds. 981-6603. 

Community Music Day with Instrument Petting Zoo, class demonstrations, performances, food and prizes from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Crowden Music Center, 1475 Rose St. 559-6910. info@crowden.org 

Haunted Caves of the Environmental Education Center with crafts, refreshments and Halloween Lore. For ages 6 and up from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. Cost is $4. 544-2233.  

Pumpkin Mania Come and carve pumpkins and make your own mask from 1 to 5 p.m. at Expressions Gallery, 2035 Ashby Ave. 644-4930. 

“The End of Suburbia” A documentary, followed by discussion at 1:30 p.m. at the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany. 528-2261. 

Ssangyong Motor Strike and Occupation in Pyeongtaek, South Korea at 10:30 a.m. at Niebyl-Proctor Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave., at Alcatraz, Oakland. Sponsored by The Institute for Critical Study of Society. www.tifcss.org 

Tour of the Berkeley City Club, the “little castle” designed by Julia Morgan from 1 to 4 p.m. at 2315 Durant Ave. 848-7800. 

Free Sailboat Rides from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cal Sailing Club, Berkeley Marina. Wear warm, waterproof clothing and bring a change of clothes in case you get wet. Children 5 and over welcome with parent or guardian. www.cal-sailing.org 

“From Mystical Encounters to Social Activism” with Patrick M. McCollum, at 10 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, 1 Lawson Rd., Kensington. 525-0302, ext. 306. 

Jewish Dance Theatre’s “Freylekh” Yiddish dance party with live music by The Freilachmakers Klezmer String Band at 7 p.m. at the JCC of the East Bay. 

Free Garden Tours at Regional Parks Botanic Garden in Tilden Park Sat. at 2 p.m. and Sun. at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Call to confirm. 841-8732. www.nativeplants.org 

Tibetan Buddhism with Judy Rasmussen on “Power of the Tibetan Prayer Flag” at 6 p.m. at the Tibetan Nyingma Institute, 1815 Highland Pl. 809-1000. www.nyingmainstitute.com 

MONDAY, OCT. 26 

“Dark Secrets: What Science Tells Us About the Hidden Universe” A panel discussion with scientists Saul Perlmutter, David Schlegel, and Alexie Leauthaud at 7 p.m. at Roda Stage, 2015 Addison St. Free. friendsofberkeleylab.lbl.gov 

Peace Corps Information Night Learn about serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in one of 70+ countries at 6 p.m. at Berkeley Public Library, Community Meeting Room, 2090 Kittredge. 452-8442.  www.peacecorps.gov 

California’s 10th Congressional District Candidates Forum at 7 p.m. at Soda Activity Center, Saint Mary’s College of California, 1928 St. Mary’s Road, Moraga. This district includes El Cerrito and Kensington. 925-386-0067. 

“The Role of Victims in the Criminal Justice System: Death Penalty and Domestic Violence Cases” with Judy Kerr, murder victim family member, Prof. Nancy Lemon, Boalt School of Law and others at 12:45 p.m. at Berkeley Law School, Boalt Hall, Room 105, UC campus. www.californiacrimevictims.org 

“Chocolate for a Cause” fundraiser and community event benefiting the Lafayette School Mentoring Project, a West Oakland children’s non-profit, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Bittersweet Chocolate Cafe, 5427 College Ave., Rockridge. info@lsmptutor.org  

Kensington Book Club meets to discuss “The Enchantress of Florence” by Salman Rushdie at 7 p.m. at Kensington Library, 61 Arlington Ave. 524-3043. 

Berkeley School Volunteers New Volunteer Orientation from 3 to 4 p.m. at 1835 Allston Way. Bring a photo ID and two references to the orientation. Returning volunteers do not need to attend. For further information 644-8833. 

TUESDAY, OCT. 27 

Mario Savio Memorial Lecture with Naomi Klein on “Shock Doctrine California Style: How the Poor are Paying the Price for Wall Street’s Greed—and How to Fight Back!” at 8 p.m., free tickets available at 6:30 p.m. at the Pauley Ballroom, Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, UC campus. 707-823-7293. 

Halloween/Day of the Dead Celebration with pumpkin carving contest, costume making, entertainment from 2 to 7 p.m. at Tuesday Berkeley Farmers’ Market, MLK, Jr. Way at Derby. 548-2220. 

“360 Degrees Longitude: One Family’s Journey Around the World” with the Higham family at 7 p.m. at REI, 1338 San Pablo Ave. 527-4140. 

Genealogy Workshop with Jane Knowles Lindsey, president of the California Genealogical Society who will instruct individuals on how to research and start a genealogical program at 3 p.m. at Salem Lutheran home, 2361 East 29th St., Oakland. Free. 534-3637. www.salemlutheranhome.org 

“As Seen on TV: Jewish Concepts and Popular Media” with Rabbi Judah Dardik at 7:15 p.m. at Beth Jacob, 3778 Park Blvd., Oakland. bethjacoboakland.org 

Richmond Emergency Food Pantry Volunteers needed to help organize cases of canned food, from 9 a.m. to noon at 2369 Barrett Ave. Richmond. Ability to lift 50 pounds helpful.  Help needed on Fridays also. 235-9732. 

Tuesday Tilden Walkers Join a few slowpoke seniors at 9:30 a.m. in the parking lot near the Little Farm for an hour or two walk. 215-7672, 524-9992. 

Homework Help at the Albany Library for students in grades 2 - 6, Tues. and Thurs. from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m. at the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave. Emphasis on math and writing skills. No registration is required. For more information, call 526-3720. 

Homework Help Program at the Richmond Public Library Tues. and Thurs. from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at 325 Civic Center Plaza. For more information or to enroll, call 620-6557. 

Street Level Cycles Community Bike Program Come use our tools as well as receive help with performing repairs free of charge. Youth classes available. Tues., Thurs., Sat. and Sun. from 2 to 6 p.m. at at 84 Bolivar Dr., Aquatic Park. 644-2577. www.watersideworkshops.org 

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. 

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 28 

Walking Tour of Old Oakland around Preservation Park to see Victorian architecture. Meet at 10 a.m. in front of Preservation Park at 13th St. and MLK, Jr. Way. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Reservations can be made by calling 238-3234.  

Taking Back California in 2010 with Jodie Reid of California Alliance of Retired Americans. Hear about needed changes in the State Legislature and how to achieve them, at 1:30 p.m. at North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst. 486-8010. 

Volunteer Weeding at the Edible Schoolyard from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Edible Schoolyard garden at Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, 1781 Rose St. Gardening experience is helpful, but not necessary. Come prepared to do physical work and dress appropriately. Call or email for more information or to sign up. 558-1335. info@edibleschoolyard.org 

“Don’t Talk About the Weather” A documentary about the chemtrailing of our skies at 7:30 p.m. at Humanist Hall, 390 27th St., Oakland. Donation $5. www.Humanist Hall.org 

“Remembering the Departed with Love: Days of the Dead Altars” at 7 p.m. at Grace North Church, 2138 Cedar St. www.gracenorthchurch.org 

“Rain Man” film screening in conjunction with Albany Reads “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” 6:30 p.m. in the Edith Stone Room of the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany. 526-3720 ext. 5.  

Family Sing-along for young children and their families at 5 p.m. at Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany. 526-3720. 

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. 

THURSDAY, OCT. 29 

Tilden Tots Join a nature adventure program for 3 and 4 year olds, each accompanied by an adult (grandparents welcome)! We will have a Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. Cost is $6-$8. Registration required. 1-888-327-2757. 

“Poverty and Human Rights” with Irene Khan at 7:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way. Cost is $10-$13. www.brownpapertickets.com 

FRIDAY, OCT. 30 

Tilden Tots Join a nature adventure program for 3 and 4 year olds, each accompanied by an adult. We will have a Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. Cost is $6-$8. Registration required. 1-888-327-2757. 

“Identity Theft Prevention and Remedies” with Mark Jackson, Alameda County District Attorney at noon at Alameda County Law Library, 125 Twelfth St., Oakland. 272-6486. 

“Holy Land: Common Ground” Film and discussion at 7:30 p.m. at Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Unversalists, 1924 Cedar St. 841-4824.  

Berkeley Women in Black weekly vigil from noon to 1 p.m. at Bancroft and Telegraph. Our focus is human rights in Palestine. 548-6310. 

Stand With Us Stand for Peace Stand with Israel vigil every Friday from noon to 1 p.m. at Bancroft and Telegraph. www.sfvoiceforisrael.org 

SATURDAY, OCT. 31 

Berkeley Historical Society Walk ”West Berkeley Works!” led by West Berkeley Artisans and Industrial Companies (WEBAIC) advocate Rick Auerbach. From 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $8-$10. For reservations and starting point, call 848-0181.  

Halloween Pancake Breakfast Benefit from 8 to 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Richmond, 201 Martina St., corner of W. Richmond Ave., Point Richmond. Suggested donation $6. 236-0527. 

Walking Tour of Oakland City Center Meet at 10 a.m. in front Oakland City Hall at Frank Ogawa Plaza. Tour lasts 90 minutes. Reservations can be made by calling 238-3234. 

Compost Give-Away from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Berkeley Farmers’ Market, Center St. at the Park. Please bring 2 buckets or 1 large bag to dig your compost into, and haul it to your backyard garden. Sponsored by the Berkeley Community Gardening Collaborative & City of Berkeley Recycling Division. 

Fall Storytime for preschool children and their families at 11 a.m. at the Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave. 526-3720. 

Tracy the Animal Show Guy with animals for Halloween at 11 a.m. at Studio Grow, 1235 10th St. Cost is $9. 526-9888. 

Monster Bash Aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Hornet, with haunted tours, costume contests, music, crafts and activities for children, from 7:30 p.m. to midnight at 707 W Hornet Ave., Pier 3, Alameda. Tickets are $10 for children, $20-$25 for adults. 521-8448, ext. 282. www.hornetevents.com 

Princesses, Pirates and Super Heroes Weekend at Playland-Not-At-The-Beach Sat. and Sun. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 10979 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito. Cost is $10-$15. 932-8966. www.playland-not-at-the-beach.org 

Lawn Bowling on the green at the corner of Acton St. and Bancroft Way every Wed. and Sat. at 10 a.m. for ages 12 and up. Wear flat soled shoes, no heels. Free lessons. 841-2174.  

SUNDAY, NOV. 1 

Environment Restoration Program An action-oriented program for the whole family to learn about nature’s interrelationships at 10:30 a.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. 544-2233. 

Tilden Nature Theater games a movie, snacks and cider for the whole family at 2 p.m. at Tilden Nature Center, Tilden Park. 544-2233. 

Personal Theology Seminars with Bill Garrett on “The Social Matrix of Islamic Origins” at 10 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley, 1 Lawson Rd., Kensington. 525-0302, ext. 306.