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Calendar of Events & Activities
Friday, Sept. 22
Point Reyes Nature Center, Earthquake Trail Trip
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst and MLK Jr. Way
$18 per person
644-6107
“Mail Art: Perspectives
of Deaf Culture”
8:30 - 11 p.m.
Capoeira Arts Cafe
2026 Addison St.
Celebrate the opening of this community art project sponsored by Vista Community College’s American Sign Language program and the Berkeley Civic Arts Commission. The show highlights the parallels between mail artists and the Deaf community.
Contact: Nancy Cayton at (510) 981-2872
Web and Internet media
workshops
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
New College
777 Valencia St.
San Francisco
Free Radio Berkeley presents workshops on the basics of web and streaming media, digital audio and video editing.
549-0732, www.freeradio.org
“A Long Way from Tipperary”
7:30 p.m.
Sanctuary of First Congregational Church of Berkeley
2345 Channing Way
John Dominic Crossan discusses his new book, “A Long Way from Tipperary,” and how his life experience has led him to a more complex, sophisticated faith.
More Info: 848-7024
Autumnal Equinox Sunset Gathering at Cesar Chavez Park
6 p.m.
Cesar Chavez Park, Berkeley Marina
Watch the sunset, learn basic astronomy, and support a group that plans to construct a ‘solar calendar’ by the Bay. Ancient cultures used such calendars, most famously Stonehenge, to track the seasons. Berkeley in 2000 wants to build one in honor of the late migrants worker rights activist. Dress for windy conditions.
Saturday, Sept. 23
From Capitalism to Equality
2 p.m.
Niebyl-Proctor Library
6501 Telegraph Ave. at Alcatraz
Why have the conditions of work become more difficult and the
rewards more unequal since 1973? Join author Charles Andrews to
discuss these issues and solutions for them.
$5 admission includes $10 discount coupon the book, “From Capitalism to Equality”
535-2476
Micropower Broadcasting
Council of War
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
New College
777 Valencia St.
San Francisco
A convention of micropower broadcasters, media activists and community radio aiming to expand a national campaign for the liberation of the broadcast airwaves.
549-0732, www.freeradio.org
Misty Redwood 10K Fun Run
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
The forth annual race benefits the Bay Area Coalition for the Headwaters Forest. The race takes place in beautiful Redwood Regional Park in Oakland. Volunteers are needed.
$25 registration day of race
More info: 835-6303
ArtCar Bash
7 p.m.
The Crucible
1036 Ashby (between Seventh and San Pablo)
Join the celebration as mobile, public folk art returns to the Bay Area. Part of ArtCar Fest 2000, an event featuring over 100 ArtCars from across the United States and Canada.
$10 admission
843-5511
Congressional Forum on Redefining National Security
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Clark Kerr Campus
Joseph Wood Krutch Theater
UC Berkeley
Rear Admiral Eugene Carroll, Vice President for Defense Information and other local experts discuss how the Defense Department budget can be cut and the money used to meet local and national needs. Hosted by UC Berkeley’s department of Peace and Conflict Studies.
More info: 415-221-8382
Sunday, Sept. 24
Berkeley Hillel Dinner Welcomes Adam Weisberg
6:30 p.m.
Reutlinger Center
2736 Bancroft Way
The Berkeley Hillel, which serves Jewish students at UC Berkeley, is hosting a dinner to introduce its new executive director, Adam Weisberg, to the community.
$75 per person
Call Joan Ominsky, 524-5333
“First Steps in Finding your Family History”
Brunch 10:30 a.m., lecture 11 a.m.
Berkeley Richmond Jewish Community Center
1414 Walnut St.
Using both story-telling and generational techniques, Dr. Lois Silverstein will offer beginning steps to rediscovering family heritage and traditions.
$4 for BRJCC members and $5 for all others
848-0237
5th anniversary party and film festival
Bicycle Friendly Berkeley Fifth Birthday
6-8 p.m. party
film: 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Pyramid Alehouse Outdoor Movie Theater
1901 Gilman St.
The event is to honor five years of BFB bike advocacy. Films will include: “Pedalphiles and Dinosaurs Against Fossil Fuels”
Bring something to sit on.
Free to members; $10-$20 sliding scale to non members.
549-7433
“How Berkeley Can You Be?”
11 a.m. on University Avenue and California Street, culminating at Civic Center outside Berkeley High School.
Participating groups include the NIMBY Brigade,
ArtCar Fest 2000, the Young Republicans for Heterosexuality, the Berkeley Bullfight Academy, the fashion police and more.
Festival in the park starts at 12:30 p.m.
849-4688, www.howberkeleycanyoube.com
Sign Leonard Peltier’s Birthday Card
1 - 5 p.m.
Peoples Park
Bring drums and food for a potluck as the Peltier Action Coalition and All Nation Singers celebrate Leonard Peltier’s 56th birthday.
More information: 464-4534
Hands-on Bicycle Repair Clinic
11 a.m. - noon
Recreational Equipment, Inc.
1338 San Pablo Ave.
Come learn how to fix that pesky flat tire right from one of REI’s bike technicians. Just bring your bike; tools will be provided. One in a series of bike repair clinics presented by REI.
Call: 527-7377
Fall Plant Sale at U.C. Botanical Garden
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Botanical Garden
Centennial Drive, between Memorial Stadium and Lawrence Hall of Science
Your once-a-year chance to snag rare and choice specimens for your garden. A silent auction of native flora, perennials, herbs, rhododendrons, vines, ferns, orchids, fruit trees and house plants from around the world.
More info: 643-2755
ArtCar Fest Film Festival & Fashion Show
7:30 p.m.
UC Theater
2036 University Ave.
Dr. Howland Owll hosts a night of ArtCar movies by ArtCar Fest co-founder Harrod Blank, wearable art by ArtCar artists and ground-breaking performances. This is the finale for ArtCar Fest 2000.
$7.50 admission
More info: 843-FILM
Monday, Sept. 25
Open forum on affordable
housing
5:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave.
Sean Heron of the East Bay Housing Organizations will talk about building a campaign for affordable housing. Sponsored by the Affordable Housing Advocacy Project.
1-800-773-2110
Parks & Recreation Board Meeting
7 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave.
Contact James Kelekian, 644-6952 x230
Solid Waste Management Commission
7 p.m.
Solid Waste Management Center
1201 Second St.
Contact Debra Kaufman, 644-8891 x224
Tuesday, Sept. 26
Reclaim the Streets!
6 p.m.
Berkeley BART station
Bring dancing shoes, bikes, skateboards and costumes and fight globalization. Join in this street party and protest and “reclaim Berkeley from cars, corporations and the police state.”
More Info: 594-4002
Wednesday, Sept. 27
“Improving your bottom line”
2-5 p.m.
Berkeley Yacht Club
1 Seawall Dr.
Speakers include, Mayor Shirley Dean, Dr. Drian Nattrass and Mary Altomare Natrass, authors of “The Natural Step for Business” and two of the world’s leading authorities on providing a strategic business framework promoting sustainability and profitability.
Talking about Living, Talking about Dying
7 - 9 p.m.
Maffly Auditorium
Herrick Hospital
2001 Dwight Way
A community forum providing an opportunity to find out about community resources and to share experiences. Moderated by Wendy Hanamura, producer of KQED’s series “Eyes Wide Open,” the forum includes a panel discussion and an audience Q & A.
Contact Patricia Murphy, 450-8719
Law Center for Families Benefit
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak St.
The Law Center for Families, a nonprofit professional corporation which provides family, housing and consumer law to low and moderate-income families and individuals, celebrates its first anniversary. There will be community speakers, food, drinks and live local music.
Admission $35 per person
RSVP by calling 451-9261 x204
Civic Arts Commission
6:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave.
Contact Mary Ann Merker-Benton, 705-8183
Disaster Council Meeting
7 p.m.
Emergency Operations Center
997 Cedar
Contact Reginald Garcia, 644-6665
Mental Health Commission
6:30 p.m.
Mental Health Clinic
2640 MLK Jr. Way
Contact Harvey Tureck, 644-8712
Planning Commission Meeting
7 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave.
Contact Karen Haney-Owens, 705-8137
Thursday, Sept. 28
Free Introduction to Golden Shield Qi gong
6:30 p.m.
Assembley Hall, First Congregational Church
2345 Channing Way
Learn the basics of this 4,000-year-old system that promotes health and strength of body, mind and spirit.
More info: 849-2231
Forest Action Roadshow Presents Darryl Cherney
7:30 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship
1606 Bonita (at Cedar)
Called “the Woody Guthrie of the North Woods” by the SF Examiner, Cherney has been an avid defender of the redwoods. He will present lighthearted songs and a slide show about the direct action protests he’s helped organize.
Music from the Andes
8 - 9:30 p.m.
International House, Auditorium
UC Berkeley
2299 Piedmont Ave.
Performances by Juanita Newland-Ulloa and the traditional music group, Grupo Atahualpamanta. Co-sponsored by Earth Mandala, an international organization for global peace.
$3 admission
Contact Maribel Guillermo, 642-9460
Alta Bates Breast Cancer Center Benefit
6:30 p.m. This gala event features a wine and hors d'oeuvres reception and a Fall Fashion Workshop presented by Nordstrom and image consultant Anthea
Tolomei. $50.
Claremont Resort and Spa, 41 Tunnel Road, Berkeley.
(510) 843-3000 ext. 290 or www.claremontresort.com
Zoning Adjustment Board Meeting
7 p.m.
Old City Hall
Council Chambers, 2nd Floor
2134 MLK Jr. Way
Contact Mark A. Rhoades, 705-8110
West Berkeley Project Area Meeting
7 p.m.
West Berkeley Senior Center
1900 Sixth Ave.
Contact Daniel Vanderpriem, 705-8134
Saturday, Sept. 30
Jim Hightower: “Election 2000: a Space Odyssey”
8 p.m.
King Middle School
1781 Rose St.
Sponsored by KPFA and Global Exchange
“I am an agitator,” Hightower says. “The agitator is the centerpost in a washing machine that gets the dirt out.”
$10 in advance/$12 at the door
848-6767 x609
Tour Mission District Gardens
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
One of a series of free outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance for this fall. Tour SF’s Mission District and learn about the role of gardens and open space in community planning.
Call: 415-255-3233 to make reservations
Dharma Publishing Showroom Tour
10:30 a.m. - noon
RSVP: Lunch and volunteers only (1 - 3 p.m.)
Dharma House
2910 San Pablo Ave.
RSVP: Lunch and volunteers only (1 p.m. -3 p.m.)
See traditional Tibetan book making, sacred art projects, spinning copper prayer wheels and a video of the work Peace Ceremony in Bodhgaya, India.
More info: 848-4238
Sunday, October 1
Return of the Raptors to Marin
Drivers: 11:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Bikers: 10:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Witness the migration of birds of prey over the Marin Headlands. Includes a hawk talk and banding demonstration and lunch at Rodeo Lagoon. Bike from SF or meet at Hawk Hill. Part of Greenbelt Alliance’s series of free outings.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Open Paw Seminar
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Pauley Ballroom
UC Berkeley
Dr. Ian Dunbar, world renowned veterinarian and animal behaviorist presents this free seminar on the prevention and treatment of problem cat and dog behavior. Co-sponsored by the Berkeley East Bay Humane Society and the Berkeley Animal Shelter, the goal is to make animals more adoptable through interaction with trained volunteers.
More info: Janet Kotlier, 527-7387
Monday, Oct. 2
“2nd annual Berkeley City Championship”
Tilden Park Golf Course
Entries accepted August 1. Entry Fee includes gift, cart and Awards Dinner. Proceeds benefit local organizations and projects. This event determines Berkeley City Champion and Seven other Flight Winners.
$115 Entry Fee
841-0972
“Clean Lies Dirty War”
7:30 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship
1924 Cedar
This event is part of a national campaign to end sanctions on Iraq.
(510) 528-5403
Landmarks Preservation Commission
7 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center
1901 Hearst Ave. (at MLK Jr. Way)
Discussion of the city’s hiring an archeologist to study the possible mound remnants in the streets.
Thursday, October 5
3rd annual Berkeley Black Police Officers’ Association Golf Tournament
Tilden Park Golf Course
Shotgun Start at 7:30 a.m. Entry Fee includes cart range balls and Award Luncheon. Proceeds benefit Berkeley Black Police Officers’ Scholarship Fund.
$99 Entry Fee
644-6554
New Role for the UN in the New Century
7:30 - 9 p.m.
International House, Homeroom
2299 Piedmont Ave.
A discussion with Rosemary van der Laan, President of the Board of Directors of the UN Association of the United States, about globalization and it’s impacts on the economic, social and political lives of the world.
$3 admission
Contact Maribel Guillermo, 642-9460
Saturday, Oct. 7
Berkeley Grassroots Greening Tour
Starts at 10:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.
Celebrate Open Garden Day by joining this annual bicycle tour of local community and school gardens. Part of a series of free outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Houses or Open Hills?
10 a.m.
Experience Black Diamond Mines Regional Park’s ghost towns, coal mines, spectacular views and open space on this hike by the proposed sites of 7,700 homes near Antioch. Cosponsored by Save Mount Diablo. One outing in a free series organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
“Redesigning Retirement”
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
UC Berkeley (call for exact location)
The UC Berkeley Retirement Center and the Academic Geriatric Resource Program will present retirement as a time of great potential. Participants will take part in interactive workshops dealing with the impact of technology on retirement; community involvement of older adults, among other topics. Prominent experts in the field of aging and retirement will take part in “ask the experts” sessions.
$25. No on-site registration. Register by September 25.
Contact: Shelly Glazer at 642-5461
Sunday, Oct. 8
Surmounting Sunol Peaks
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Learn about local geology while enjoying the panoramic views from three Sunol peaks. One outing in a free series organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Tuesday, Oct. 10
Cal Alumni Singles 20th Anniversary Dinner
UC Faculty Club
Dinner scheduled for Oct. 15
For reservations call 527-2709 by Oct. 10
Wednesday, Oct. 11
Are Domed Cities in the future?
7:30 - 9 p.m.
International House, Homeroom
UC Berkeley
2299 Piedmont Ave.
A discussion based on UC Berkeley alumnus Tim Holt’s book, “On Higher Ground.” Set 50 years in the future, part of the book takes place in an East Bay enclosed by a climate-controlled dome.
$3 admission
Contact Maribel Guillermo, 642-9460
Thursday, Oct. 12
East Timor: The Road to Independence
7:30 - 9 p.m.
International House, Homeroom
UC Berkeley
2299 Piedmont Ave.
A discussion of events leading up to the creation of the newest nation of the millennium and issues raised on the road to independence.
$3 admission
Contact Maribel Guillermo, 642-9460
Saturday, Oct. 14
Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow & Indian Market
10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Grand Entry 1 p.m.
Enjoy Native American foods, arts & crafts, drumming, singing and many types of native dancing. Sponsored by the City of Berkeley, this event is free.
Civic Center Park
Allston Way at MLK Jr. Way
Info: 615-0603
Sunday, Oct. 15
A Taste of the Greenbelt
1 - 4 p.m.
Los Gatos Opera House
Celebrate the Bay Area’s agricultural and culinary bounty. This benefit features a variety of musical groups, local artists and samples from over 40 local restaurants, farmers, wineries and microbreweries. Proceeds benefit Greenbelt Alliance’s ongoing efforts to protect Bay Area farmlands and open space.
$45 per person; $80 for this event and the Oct. 22 event in SF
1-800-543-GREEN, www.greenbelt.org
Tuesday, Oct. 17
Is the West Berkeley Shellmound a landmark?
7 p.m.
City Council Chambers
2134 MLK Jr. Way, 2nd floor
Continued and final public hearing on the appeals against landmark designation of the West Berkeley Shellmound. The City Council may possibly make it’s decision at this meeting.
Thursday, Oct. 19
The Promise and Perils of Transgenic Crops
7:30 - 9 p.m.
International House, Homeroom
UC Berkeley
2299 Piedmont Ave.
A discussion with Dr. Peggy Lemaux, professor of Plant and Microbiology at UC Berekeley, of the scientific basis for biotechnology, it’s risks and benefits.
Contact Maribel Guillermo, 642-9460
Saturday, Oct. 21
A Day on Mt. Tam
9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Come play and hike in San Francisco’s beloved playground. This outing is part of a series of free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
AHIMSA Eight Annual Conference
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
International House, Great Hall
UC Berkeley
2299 Piedmont Ave.
The AHIMSA is a nonprofit foundation whose goal is to encourage dialogues and public forums which bridge spiritual, scientific and social issues. This years conference is titled “Science, Spirituality and Nonviolence.”
Admission is free
Contact Maribel Guillermo, 642-9460
Sunday, Oct. 22
A Taste of the Greenbelt
1 - 4 p.m.
Presidio’s Golden Gate Club
Greenbelt Alliance brings the farm to the city in this celebration of the Bay Area’s agricultural and culinary bounty. Featured are samples from over 40 local restaurants, farmers, wineries, microbreweries. Also featured are live music and local artwork. The event benefits Greenbelt Alliance’s ongoing efforts to protect Bay Area farmlands and open space.
$45 per person
1-800-543-GREEN, www.greenbelt.org
An Evening with Alice Walker
7:30 p.m.
King Middle School
1781 Rose St. (at Grant)
free parking
Join internationally loved novelist, poet and essayist Alice Walker in celebrating her new book of autobiographical stories, “The Way Forward is With a Broken Heart.” Benefits Berkeley EcoHouse and KPFA Radio, 94.1 FM.
Tickets: $10 advance, $13 door
Tickets available at independent bookstores
More info: 848-6767 x609
Saturday, Oct. 28
Pedaling the Green City
11 a.m. -3:30 p.m.
Take a leisurely bike ride along the future San Francisco Bay Trail. One in a series of free outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Saturday, Nov. 4
Breathtaking Barnabe Peak
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Hike through Samuel P. Taylor State Park’s lush forests and climb to the heights of Barnabe Peak, overlooking Point Reyes. One in a series of free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Saturday, Nov. 11
Moonlight on Mt. Diablo
1 - 10:30 p.m.
Hike up the Devil’s Mountain by daylight, catch a glorious sunset and hike back by the light of the moon. One in a series of free outing organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Sunday, Nov. 12
Views, Vines and Veggies
9:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Climb Bald Mountain in Sugarloaf State Park and peer down upon the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Then please your palate at the Landmark Winery and visit Oak Hill organic vegetable and flower farm. One in a series of free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233 for reservations
Saturday, Nov. 18
S.F. Stairs and Peaks
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Begin the day with a visit to the farmer’s market, then meander up the stairways and streets of Telegraph Hill to Coit Tower. Then up Russian Hill, descending to Fisherman’s Wharf for a ride back on the new historic streetcar line. One in a series of free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: 415-255-3233
Sunday, Nov. 19
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mt. Madonna & Wine
Hike through evergreen forests and visit the remains of a 19th century estate, then finish the day with a visit to Kruse Winery. One of many free fall outings organized by Greenbelt Alliance.
Call: (415) 255-3233 for reservations
ONGOING EVENTS
Sundays
Green Party Consensus Building Meeting
6 p.m.
2022 Blake St.
This is part of an ongoing series of discussions for the Green Party of Alameda County, leading up to endorsements on measures and candidates on the November ballot. This week’s focus will be the countywide new Measure B transportation sales tax. The meeting is open to all, regardless of party affiliation.
415-789-8418
Tuesdays
Easy Tilden Trails
9:30 a.m.
Tilden Regional Park, in the parking lot that dead ends at the Little Farm
Join a few seniors, the Tuesday Tilden Walkers, for a stroll around Jewel Lake and the Little Farm Area. Enjoy the beauty of the wildflowers, turtles, and warblers, and waterfowl.
215-7672; members.home.com/teachme99/tilden/index.html
Berkeley Farmers’ Market
2-7 p.m.
Derby Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Milvia Street
548-3333
Berkeley Camera Club
7:30 p.m.
Northbrae Community Church, 941 The Alameda
Share your slides and prints with other photographers. Critiques by qualified judges. Monthly field trips.
531-8664
Computer literacy course
6-8 p.m.
James Kenney Recreation Center, 1720 Eighth St.
This free course will cover topics such as running Windows, File Management, connecting to and surfing the web, using Email, creating Web pages, JavaScript and a simple overview of programming. The course is oriented for adults.
644-8511
Saturdays
Berkeley Farmers’ Market
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Center Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Milvia Street
548-3333
Poets Juan Sequeira and Wanna Thibideux Wright
Thursdays
The Disability Mural
4-7 p.m. through September
Integrated Arts
933 Parker
Drop-in Mural Studios will be held for community gatherings and tile-making sessions. This mural will be installed at Ed Roberts campus.
841-1466
Fridays
Ralph Nader for President
7 p.m.
Video showings to continue until November. Campaign donations are requested. Admission is free.
Contact Jack for directions at 524-1784.
2nd and 4th Sunday
Rhyme and Reason Open Mike Series
2:30 p.m.
UC Berkeley Art Museum, 2621 Durant Ave.
The public and students are invited. Sign-ups for the open mike begin at 2 p.m.
234-0727;642-5168
Tuesday and Thursday
Free computer class for seniors
9:30-11:30 a.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
This free course offers basic instruction in keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Windows 95, Excel and Internet access. Space is limited; the class is offered Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Call ahead for a reservation.
644-6109
