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What's Happening in Richmond
November 16, 2010
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The fun never stops in Richmond! Choose from Port Tasting, to Art mixers to music concerts to comedy - there's sure to be an event for you this week.
New this week - Holiday Happenings in Richmond. Here we will endeavor to bring to you the bazaars, festivals, Santa Claus sitings and other events that we know about. If your event is not listed, please email your information for inclusion in next week's edition.
Want to learn more about Richmond? Check out our website!! Or visit the Community Calendar to see what events are coming up.
Michelle Itagaki
Richmond Convention & Visitors Bureau
PS. Remember, if your event isn't listed here, we probably aren't aware of it. Either send us your information by Monday morning to be included in the weekly edition or enter your event on the Community Calendar.
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Port Tasting & Free Dinner Entree at the Hotel Mac
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Hotel Mac
50 Washington Avenue
Tuesday, November 16th
5:00 pm - 7:00pm
Come for the Tasting, stay for dinner! Buy one entree and receive one free.
After the tasting, turn this e-mail into the manager to receive your free entrée.
Please be our guest for a complementary dinner for one, when ordering two or more entrees at an equal or lesser value. Maximum value for the dinner entrée is $16.00. One offer per table. Offer good only on Tuesday November 16, 2010. Reservations Recommended |
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Arts of Point Richmond November Reception
| Point Richmond Community Center
139 Washington Avenue
Wednesday, November 17th
7:00pm - 9:00 pm
RSVP Required! (510) 672-0793
Richmond Art Center Update by Virginia Rigney
Arts and Crafts Professional, Richmond Art Center Board Past President "Art is a universal way of communicating. I have seen the power of art truly change lives." Virginia is a supporting member of AOPR and has been responsible for programs to get public art in Richmond. She has exhibited in several galleries and has graced our exhibits with her beautiful ceramic sculptures since 2008.
Art Talk by Inez Brooks-Meyers
Curator of Costume and Textiles for the Oakland Museum of California
Author of History in hand: Fans from the collections of the Oakland Museum Inez will discuss the wonderful new galleries that opened on May 1, 2010, including the Great Hall Exhibit (the museum's largest exhibition space) featuring The Pixar Exhibition; this exhibition will be at the museum until January 9, 2011. Point Richmond residents and AOPR members will remember the delightful images on the windows of Pixar when they were located on Cutting Blvd. at Garrard Blvd. She'll lure you to the exhibition and the programs of the Oakland Museum. She recommends viewing the exhibit at the Oakland International Airport during the holiday season where another exhibition, "From Pencils to Pixels", was created in partnership with Pixar. |
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RCOC Chamber Mixer at NIAD
| NIAD
551 -23rd Street
Thursday, November 18th
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Meet NIAD's new Executive Director, Deb Dyer and welcome her to Richmond. Then peruse the wonderful art of NIAD!
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Retrospective Look at Jim DeWitt's Life and Artwork
| Point Richmond Art Collective
121 Park Place
Thursday, November 18th
6:00pm - 8:00 pm
A look back at the life of Jim DeWitt at Point Richmond Art Collective. A specially created book about Jim DeWitt's career will be available that evening
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| Richmond Art Center Vukani Concert | Richmond Art Center
2540 Barrett Avenue entrance at 25th Street Saturday, November 20th
2:00 - 3:30pm
$17.00 for adults
$10.00 for minors
This internationally acclaimed East Bay choir is a non-profit, community-based, multi-racial and generational, social justice choir that sings South African freedom songs in Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho and English, besides gospel, spirituals, civil rights and labor songs. They sing to inspire, and also to raise funds for AIDS related and youth related projects primarily in Southern Africa and also in the Oakland-SF Bay Area. They are now in their 25th year, and have produced/released several CDs, and a triple-Emmy award winning DVD. They've performed throughout California, across the U.S., and on two cultural tours through South Africa, Namibia and Mozambique. They have also performed twice with Nelson Mandela- in June 1990 when they performed on stage with him at the Oakland Coliseum following his release from 27 years in prison, and most recently last April when he hosted them at the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Come and hear the rhythm of history for their only performance at the Richmond Art Center. |
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Comedy at Craneway
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Craneway Pavilion
Boilerhouse Restaurant
1414 Harbour Way South
Saturday, November 20th
8:00 pm
$15 per person
Purchase tickets here
Headliner: Steven Pearl
A well-respected comedian whose been compared to a tornado on amphetamines. His high-energy comedy act is both outrageous and hysterically original. Some of his many credits include writing for and working with such comedic legends as Sam Kinison, Bill Hicks, Jim Carrey, Robin Williams and Rodney Dangerfield.
Followed by Emily Heller
Emily Heller has performed stand-up all over the country and is a regular at the San Francisco Punch Line.
Followed by Marcus Miles
Born and raised in Richmond, Marcus has appeared at clubs all over the bay area such as Tommy Ts, Kimballs Carnival, Rooster T. Feathers and the 821 Lounge. Come check out the home boy in his home town!
Followed by Dan Machanik
Dan is a true globetrotter and loves the action. Whether on stage doing stand up, pitching brands he's helped create to global retailers, skiing the steep and deep in Aspen or diving with the sharks in Thailand-he approaches each day with deep passion and high energy.
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Home Front Heroes Memorial Tour
| Rosie the Riveter Memorial
Marina Bay Park
Saturday, November 20th
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Free
Meet a park ranger at the memorial by main
parking lot. 45 minute program exploring civilian
contributions on the Home Front during
World War II.
20 DE NOVIEMBRE ; 11 DE DICIEMBRE
SÁBADOS:: 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Héroes de Home Front
Encuentra un guardaparques, Miguel Dimas,
cerca del estacionamiento para una programa de
treinta minutos. ¡¡Grrattiis!!
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Noche de Gala Latin Concert
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Craneway Pavilion1414 Harbour Way SouthSaturday, November 20th7:00pm
RSVP & more information 510-233-1866
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Throw Da Shaka US Tour 2010
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Craneway Pavilion
1414 Harbour Way South
Sunday, November 21st
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tickets $35 / children under twelve $15
Live performances by Lost Coast Music Recording Artists: FIJI (Headliner), Laga Savea, Kiwini, Siaosi Fiji is one of the biggest Polynesian artists of modern time. His golden voice and musical fusion have launched him on the world stage as a pioneer of the Lost Coast Sound, which incorporates the musical influences of Hawaiian, Jawaiian, Classic Reggae, R&B, Jazz and Hip Hop.
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Peter Pan Weekend
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Playland Not-at-the-Beach
10979 San Pablo Avenue
Saturday November 20th
Sunday November 21st
10am - 5 pm
Youth/Seniors $10
General Admission $15
J. M. Barrie's little boy who never grew up is the celebration this weekend. Come enjoy Tinker Bell, Captain Hook, the Lost Boys and all the magic moments of this children's classic. Anyone in a Peter Pan character costume wins an instant prize.
Playland is a Museum of Old-Fashioned Fun chock-full with over 30 pinball machines set on FREE play, penny arcade games and a carousel carnival (where you can win prizes!), miniature circus, magic shows, and interactive displays honoring America's Bygone Amusements. More information about Playland here
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| Marina Gardens Bingo
1401 Marina Way South
Wednesday - Saturdays
Doors Open at 5 pm
Games begin at 7 pm
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Bingo players are loving this wonderful hall, the friendly and safe environment and the honest games. Marina Gardens Bingo has become a new destination for people come from all over the bay area.
See flyer for more details
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An Artrageous October
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Bridge ArtSpace
23 Maine Avenue
Saturday, November 20th
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
TOURIST
New photography work by Sara Hankin & Mimi Vitetta
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Chicago Style Stepping' Lessons
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Richmond PAL Auditorium
2200 Macdonald, Second Floor
Every Thursday
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$10 per class
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Richmond Certified Farmers Market at Civic Center Parking Lot
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Civic Center Parking Lot
24th & Barrett Avenue
Fridays
8 am - 5 pm
Richmond Certified Farmers Market is open every Friday, year round from 8am to 5 pm. The market, in the Richmond Auditorium parking lot at 24th and Barrett Avenue, has offered locally grown fruit, vegetables, nuts, plants,eggs, chickens and other edibles since l983 that is for 27 years. A free market basket is given away each week. For more information contact Seve Ghigliotto, market manager, at 510-206-7271. |
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
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Masquers Playhouse
105 Park Place
Through December 18th
All seats $20
Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm
Sunday matinees at 2 pm on Nov 21st
& Dec 5th, 12th
In this musical comedy, six young people in the throes of puberty learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser. It is the unlikeliest of hit musicals about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky yet charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the one place where they can stand out and fit in at the same time.
NOTE: Before every performance, four audience volunteers are recruited to participate on stage as guest spellers. Each new foursome guarantees a new set of hilarious and unexpected experiences - each night is unique!
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Monday Night Football is Back at the Craneway!
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Craneway
1414 Harbour Way South
Every Monday night
Monday Night Football is back! Starting Monday Sept 13 (and every Monday
night) Featuring our 260 inch HD LED Screen w/ full bar and buffet
dinner.
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510Arts
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World Culture in the East Bay
Looking for an Art event in the East Bay? The Arts & Culture communities in Oakland, Emeryville, Berkeley & Richmond have formed a cultural corridor partnership to bring these events to you in an easy to find format. 510arts.com is a web portal linked to each city's own Arts calendar. Bookmark this page for your future use!
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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS IN RICHMOND
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Here, in one place are all the Holiday events that we have been notified about. If you don't see your event here, please e-mail details and a short descriptive text to us for placement next week.
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Holly, Jolly Holiday Fun at Hilltop Mall
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Hilltop Mall
2200 Hilltop Mall Road
Holiday Schedule
Friday, November 19th
5:00 pm - Santa arrives and Tree Lighting Event Arts and Crafts, Activites & Entertainment and most of all Santa!
Friday, November 26th & Saturday, November 27th
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - B Sharp Academy
Friday, December 3rd
Evie Herdon Group
Saturday, December 4th
9:00am - 11:00am - Contra Costa Chorale & Simon Kidgits Club - A Morning With Santa
Saturday, December 11th
Noon - 1:00 pm - Hilltop Community Church
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - B Sharp Academy
Santa Photos begin November 18th at Hilltop Mall. Santa Photos will be located in JCPenney Court - Lower Level
Santa Photo Hours: Monday - Thursday 11am-8pm Friday - Saturday 10am-8pm Sunday (Nov.) 12pm - 6pm, (Dec.) 11am-7pm Christmas Eve - 9am - 5pm
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Holiday Extravaganza & Sweet Shoppe
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Richmond Memorial Auditorium
403 Civic Center Plaza
Saturday, November 20th
10:00 am - 3:00 pmHoliday Music, Delicious Food, Gift Raffle
Holiday Sweets Bar w/ Hot Apple Cider
On Saturday, November 20, 2010 at the Richmond Memorial Auditorium located at 403 Civic Center Plaza, the City of Richmond, its residents, and vendors from Northern California will come together to begin festivities for the holiday shopping season. Richmond is the place you are sure to find that "Special Gift".
All of the crafts that are showcased at the fair are of high quality and vendors will be offering fair prices for their products. Buy from SEVERAL of your favorite vendors. Each vendor will be selling items from jewelry and hand-made textiles to special goodies.
A Saturday you won't want to miss...Activities will run from 10:00 pm to 3:00 pm on the main floor of the Richmond Memorial Auditorium. Bring the family for warm holiday cheer and good, wholesome times. This fun filled family event is sponsored by the CITY OF RICHMOND -RECREATION DEPARTMENT.
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Lauren Ari/Holiday Art and Book Bazaar
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661 33rd StreetSunday, November 21st11:00 am - 3:00 pmCome to our Open Art Studio Book Bazaar. Celebrate art and story with lots of fun activities for kids and kids at heart! * storytelling * musical performances * family yoga * art projectsThere will also be door prizes and FREE raffle drawings every hour!Please, visit our websites and take a peek at all that Barefoot Books has to offer: award-winning books, CDs, puppets, puzzles and more!
www.Helen-Tadeo.barefootbooks.comhttp://www.barefootbooks.com/profile/-/view/17840/ andwww.Laurenari.com
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Hotel Mac's Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go
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Hotel Mac
50 Washington Avenue
The Historic Hotel Mac is offering its famous Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go for just $27.
We offer a traditional Roast Turkey dinner with salad, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, candied yams, cranberry sauce, green beans, and choice of dessert; Pumpkin pie, Pecan Pie, or Cheesecake all for just $27! The order must be in by Wednesday before Thanksgiving., and picked up Between 11:30 am and 12:30pm.
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23rd Street Merchants Christmas Party
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Craneway Pavilion
1414 Harbour Way South
Sunday, December 5th
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$10 per person
Information 510-233-4987
Scumptious food, music, dancing & raffles. Special performance by Rocio y su Sonora.
Purchase tickets at Rigo's Auto Sales, Bob's Cleaners or Rafael Madrigal Insurance Agency
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1st Annual Project Overcoat Campaign
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Holiday Arts Festival
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Richmond Art Center
2540 Barrett Avenue at 25th Street
Friday, December 3rd 3:00PM - 7:00PM
Saturday, December 4th 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
FREE
Friday features artisan vendors, boutique fine art auction, live music and a wine bar. This is a great adult event!
Saturday features artisan vendors, boutique fine art auction, live music, cafe, art activities , and the RAC's famous ceramics sale. Boutique fine art auction closes at 3:00 pm. This is a great family event!
This festive 2-day event is a spirited way to celebrate this holiday season. Purchase unique and affordable hand-crafted gifts with prices ranging between $5 and $250. A portion of vendor sales and all fine art purchases directly benefit the Richmond Art Center and it's community programming.
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Richmond Main Street Holiday Activities
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Downtown Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nevin Community Center
Wednesday, December 8th
10:00 am - 12:00 pm children under 7 visit Santa Claus
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Evening Festivities
Featuring Refreshments, activities for kids of all ages, performances, a visit from Santa, gift giving and lots of Holiday Fun!
Downtown Holiday Bazaar
1021 Macdonald Avenue
Saturday, December 11th
Noon - 5:00 pm
Featuring handmade Holiday gifts items from local merchants and entrepreneurs.
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201 W Richmond Avenue
Suite B
Richmond, California 94801
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Are you planning an event? Give us a call and we'll help you plan!!(510) 237-1403
or send an email.
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