Live: 40th Anniversary Celebration of our Moon Landing Missions
In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the first moon landing, Chabot will have hands-on space activities and
demonstrations, special Challenger Learning Center missions, Discovery Lab activities for tots with astronaut costumes, starry time read-alongs and space crafts. Visit website for more info.
July 18, 11am–5pm
Play: Live Dinner Music and Art Reception
Enjoy a photo exhibit by Bill Beckerman and enjoy live music provided by "An Evening With Hyp" an acoustic trio - harp, violin and guitar.
July 18, 5pm-8:30pm
Spice Monkey, 1628 Webster, Oakland
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Live: Landscape Watering: Free Classes at The Urban Farmer StoreJoin The Urban Farmer Store for a survey and introduction to innovative water-saving sprinkler and drip irrigation solutions. Learn about system automation with valves, timers, rain sensors, and the new smart self-adjusting controllers. Classes are free. Reserve seating by calling the Richmond Urban Farmer Store (510-524-1604), by e-mail to richmondclasses@urbanfarmerstore.com, or registering on-line at www.urbanfarmerstore.com.
July 19, 10:30am
Urban Farmer Store, 2121 San Joaquin Street, Richmond
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Go: Exploring the Magnificent Mount Shasta Region: Hiking, Camping, Cycling, and More
Robin Kohn, professional tour guide and author of “Mount Shasta Guide to Fun”, will introduce you to the remarkable variety of adventures and activities in the Mount Shasta region. As Robin shows you great places to hike, cycle, rock climb, ski, or simply tour by car, she’ll teach you about the region’s flora and fauna, geologic and glacier events on Mount Shasta, and how to safely explore this grand 14,162-foot peak.
July 21, 7pm
REI, 1338 San Pablo Avenue, in Berkeley
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Play: Gross Animals with Wildlife Associates
Animals can be gross. Learn about some gross animal habits with Wildlife Associates. Event free with Museum Admission.
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July 22, 2-2:50pm
Lawrence Hall of Science, Auditorium, Centennial Drive, Berkeley
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Live: Green Business Mixer hosted by RichmondBUILD
Learn about the amazing work being done by Richmond BUILD. The training program was first developed to create employment and career opportunities for Richmond residents and also to implement a strategy for reducing community violence. We’ll be touring their space and the model home the latest students are working on. Cost: $10 members, $15 non-members; $5 more at the door.
July 22, 5:30-7:30pm
Richmond BUILD, 360 South 27th Street, Richmond
Live: Richmond Greenway Documentary
Join EarthTeam at our upcoming Community Screening of the "Our Backyard -- The Richmond Greenway & Shoreline," a short documentary film. This documentary was created by twelve Richmond high school students, who filmed footage about their community and its history, particularly documenting the Richmond Greenway Project, a multimillion-dollar project transforming a large stretch of abandoned property along a former Santa Fe railroad corridor into open space for the community. Free.
July 23, 6:30-7:30pm
Madeline F. Whittlesey Community Room at the Richmond Public Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond
Eat: Vegetarian Cooking Class: Greens, Greens, Glorious Greens!
Join Compassionate Cooks’ founder Colleen Patrick-Goudreau, author in her Vegetarian Cooking Classes that celebrate healthful and humane eating! Greens still mystify people, and yet they are the most healthful foods we can eat! Join as as we help you to fall in love with greens. $55 (in advance), plus $5 food/materials fee due on day of class
July 25, 10am-1pm
First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St, Oakland
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