Berkeley Area Events Calendar: Check Out What's Happening This Weekend

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02 December, 2021

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BERKELEY, CA — Looking to spend a night out with friends? Patch has you covered with several events and happenings taking place this week in and around Berkeley. Check out what's happening and what might interest you before you make plans. If you're wondering how you can get your event in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this weekend throughout Berkeley: Featured Event: Chanukah Car Menorah Parade & Lighting 2021: Oakland When: Thursday, December 2nd at 5:30 p.m. What: 2nd Annual Oakland Car Menorah Parade Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021 - 5:30 p.m. Start at Chabad of Oakland, 3014 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland, CAFollowed by Menorah Lighting & Refreshments Outside Chabad From Chabad of Oakland: "Drive through the streets of Oakland with Menorah topped... Learn MoreFeatured Event: Chanukah Car Menorah Parade & Lighting 2021: Oakland (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Warriors' Thrive City Winter Wonderland: Lighting Ceremony 2021: Chase Center, San Francisco When: Thursday, December 2nd at 6:00 p.m. What: Golden State Warriors and Chase's Thrive City Winter Wonderland: Lighting Ceremony Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021 - 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Chase Center, 1 Warriors Way, San Francisco, and CA From Chase Center: "Celebrate the Start of the Holiday Season in Style. "The holidays are here!  "The Thr... Learn More Featured Event: Warriors' Thrive City Winter Wonderland: Lighting Ceremony 2021: Chase Center, San Francisco (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa 2021: Moraga When: Thursday, December 2nd at 6:30 p.m. What: Holiday Tree Lighting Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021 - 6:30 p.m. Moraga Commons Park, 1425 St Mary's Road, Moraga, and CA From Moraga Parks and Recreation: "Santa Visits have been cancelled in 2021 due to community health guidelines for COVID-19." INFO HERE --Shutterstock image Learn More Featured Event: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa 2021: Moraga (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Choir! Choir! Choir! Presents 'Hallelujah' Singalong 2021: Jewish Community Center, San Francisco When: Thursday, December 2nd at 10:00 p.m. What: Choir! Choir! Choir! Presents 'Hallelujah' the Epic Singalong! Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021 - 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Kanbar Hall at the JCCSF; 3200 California Street, San Francisco, CA From  Jewish Community Center of San Francisco: "Presented in partnership with the Contemporary Jewish... Learn More Featured Event: Choir! Choir! Choir! Presents 'Hallelujah' Singalong 2021: Jewish Community Center, San Francisco (Susan C. Schena) FSLT-African Diaspora Dance Concert - Berkeley Community Theater When: Thursday, December 2nd at 4:00 p.m. Where: Berkeley Community TheaterLearn More School Board Facilities Subcommittee Meeting When: Thursday, December 2nd at 4:30 p.m. Where: Berkeley Unified SchoolsLearn More The Cassandra Sessions: Recording This World When: Thursday, December 2nd at 8:00 p.m. Where: Ashby Stage, 1901 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703 What: December 2-4, 10-11, 17-18, 22-23: 8pm-9:30pm all days; December 12, 19, 26: 5pm to 6:30pm all days; Livestreams Fridays, December 10 & 17, 8pm Pacific Cassandra records an album of songs entitled 'This World', a time capsule of truths for anyone in the future who will li... Learn More Featured Event: Free Biz Owners/SideGig/Startup Automate your Website-Increase Profits - Live Q@A 3 PM Friday When: Friday, December 3rd at 3:00 p.m. Where: OnLine Free Workshop What: ==> Click Here to Register Friday 3PM PST - Online Webinar FREE Business Owners - Start Ups - Side Gig +Live Q & A Automate your Website to INCREASE PROFITS effortlessly Discover how to Dominate your Market Learn the Secrets Digital Marketing firms do not want you to k... Learn More Featured Event: Free Biz Owners/SideGig/Startup Automate your Website-Increase Profits - Live Q@A 3 PM Friday (Mike Sherman) Featured Event: First Fridays: After Dark When: Friday, December 3rd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Telegraph Avenue What: First Fridays are back in 2021 and the next event is Friday December 3rd.  First Fridays is located in Oakland along Telegraph Ave between West Grand and 27th St. from 5pm-9pm every first Friday of the month.Check out the Vibemap First Fridays After Dark map and guide of thing... Learn More Featured Event: First Fridays: After Dark (Steve Pepple) Featured Event: First Fridays: After Dark When: Friday, December 3rd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Telegraph Avenue What: First Fridays are back in 2021 and the next event is Friday December 3rd.  First Fridays is located in Oakland along Telegraph Ave between West Grand and 27th St. from 5pm-9pm every first Friday of the month.Check out the Vibemap First Fridays After Dark map and guide of thing... Learn More Featured Event: First Fridays: After Dark(Steve Pepple) Featured Event: Turner Sparks at the Alameda Comedy Club When: Friday, December 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Alameda Comedy Club What: Turner Sparks performs comedy all over the world and we are thrilled to have him appear at the Alameda Comedy Club on his current tour. Learn More Featured Event: Turner Sparks at the Alameda Comedy Club (Patrick Ford) Josquin des Prez (and friends): Songs and Instrumental Music When: Friday, December 3rd at 6:30 p.m. Where: Saint Mary Magdalen Church, 2005 Berryman Street, Berkeley, CA 94709 What: Barefoot Chamber Concerts ("an enterprise noted for both its quality and informality" - San Francisco Classical Voice) presents really good music in the right acoustic and without the formality of most classical music events.      This year marks 500 years since the death of J... Learn More Into the Woods When: Friday, December 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Where: Berkeley Playhouse What: Come see the magical musical Into the Woods at Berkeley Playhouse! Runs now through December 23. Book by James Lapine; Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Tickets: $29-$49 Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine brilliantly weave classic Grimm fairytales together in this beloved m... Learn More The Cassandra Sessions: Recording This World When: Friday, December 3rd at 8:00 p.m. Where: Ashby Stage, 1901 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703 What: December 2-4, 10-11, 17-18, 22-23: 8pm-9:30pm all days; December 12, 19, 26: 5pm to 6:30pm all days; Livestreams Fridays, December 10 & 17, 8pm Pacific Cassandra records an album of songs entitled 'This World', a time capsule of truths for anyone in the future who will li... Learn More Anuhea When: Friday, December 3rd at 8:00 p.m. Where: The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall What: Anuhea is coming to The UC Theatre with special guests Justin Kawika Young, THRIVE, and Lea Love on Friday, December 3! Tickets are on sale now! Face masks and proof of vaccination are required for entry. Learn More Featured Event: Free Document Shredding Event When: Saturday, December 4th at 12:30 p.m. Where: 1st United Credit Union What: As part of their effort to help members and the local community protect their identities, 1st United Credit Union will be hosting three free document shredding events in December. A Corodata shred truck will be on-site at their Alameda, Hayward, and Castro Valley branches to p... Learn More Featured Event: Free Document Shredding Event (Lisha Fabris) Featured Event: The Menagerie Holiday Oddities Market 2021: Alameda When: Saturday, December 4th at 11:00 a.m. What: The Alameda Menagerie Oddities & Curiosities Holiday Market Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 - 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. 1435 Webster S., Alameda, CA From The Menagerie Oddities Market: "'Tis the season! Celebrate the return of the Menagerie Holiday Oddities Market on Saturday December 4th, ... Learn More Featured Event: The Menagerie Holiday Oddities Market 2021: Alameda (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Ballet Petit's Nutcracker 2021: Chabot College Performing Arts Center, Hayward When: Saturday, December 4th at 2:00 p.m. What: Ballet Petit's Nutcracker Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 - 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. Chabot College Performing Arts Center, 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward, CA From Ballet Petit, Inc.: INFO & TICKET LINKS HERE --Image via Shutterstock Learn More Featured Event: Ballet Petit's Nutcracker 2021: Chabot College Performing Arts Center, Hayward (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Holiday Tree Lighting Fest & Santa 2021: Fernandez Park, Pinole When: Saturday, December 4th at 3:00 p.m. What: Holiday Tree Lighting Saturday, Dec, 4, 2021 - 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.  Tree lighting: 5:30 p.m. Fernandez Park, San Pablo Avenue and Tennent Avenue, Pinole, CA From City of Pinole-City Hall: "Join the City of Pinole as we spread some holiday cheer at Fernandez Park on Saturday, Dec... Learn More Featured Event: Holiday Tree Lighting Fest & Santa 2021: Fernandez Park, Pinole (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's Free Holiday Concert SING JOY! 2021: Jack London, Oakland When: Saturday, December 4th at 4:00 p.m. What: Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's 36th Annual Holiday Concert, SING JOY! Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 - 4 p.m.FREE General Admission$110 Jingle Mingle VIP Event. The ticketed Jingle Mingle VIP event includes indoor seating, food, drinks, fun gifts, and other surprises! Jack London S... Learn More Featured Event: Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir's Free Holiday Concert SING JOY! 2021: Jack London, Oakland (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Annual Holiday 'Lighted Yacht Parade' 2021: Alameda/Oakland When: Saturday, December 4th at 5:30 p.m. What: 45th Annual Lighted Yacht Parade Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021 - 5:30 p.m. Parade route detailed below, Oakland & Alameda, CA From Encinal Yacht Club: "Join us for an annual holiday favorite of mariners and land lovers alike. The Light Yacht Parade returns this year, and there ar... Learn More Featured Event: Annual Holiday 'Lighted Yacht Parade' 2021: Alameda/Oakland (Susan C. Schena) Christmasville In Emeryville When: Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 a.m. Where: Christmasville, 1311 61st Street, Emeryville, CA 94608 What: Nov 11-Dec 11 ALL DAY Come visit the North Pole this holiday season in the heart of Emeryville. Meet Santa in his workshop and spend some time with him one on one! Take Family Photos, and give your children the gift of precious memories you both will cherish for years to come... Learn More California Warriors Winter Baseball When: Saturday, December 4th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Marin Catholic What: The California Warriors are offering a Winter Baseball Program focused on preparing high school baseball players for their spring seasons beginning on December 4, 2021 and running until early February, 2022. The schedule has not been completed yet, but the games will be on the... Learn More Virtual - West Contra Costa Group Meeting When: Saturday, December 4th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Sierra Club - San Francisco Bay ChapterLearn More Virtual - Climate Literacy Committee Meeting When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Sierra Club - San Francisco Bay ChapterLearn More Tiny museum contains olfactory history of the world: Visit the Aftel Archive of Curious Scents When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Aftel Archive of Curious Scents, 1518 1/2 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA, 94709 What: Come have an incredible time visiting Mandy Aftel's world-class collection of one-of-a-kind-antique artifacts, aromatic materials, and century-old books from the world of natural scents! At the Aftel Archive of Curious Scents you can choose from more than 200 natural essences ... Learn More The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Oakland, CA When: Saturday, December 4th at 6:00 p.m. Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina, 200 Marina Boulevard, Berkeley, California, 94710, United States What: Join us for an unforgettable evening of live comedy and mystery. You will be solving a hilarious crime while interacting with the characters and other guests at your table. The murderer could be hidden in plain sight somewhere in the room, or it might even be one of the people... Learn More Into the Woods When: Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Berkeley Playhouse What: Come see the magical musical Into the Woods at Berkeley Playhouse! Runs now through December 23. Book by James Lapine; Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Tickets: $29-$49 Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine brilliantly weave classic Grimm fairytales together in this beloved mu... Learn More Ruff Endz - (R&B superstar) Live In Concert When: Saturday, December 4th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Black Repertory Group Inc What: Skyconts Entertainment Present Halloween getaway with Ruff Endz as they perform live Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Black Repertory Group Theater, located at 3201 Adeline St. Berkeley. Ca. 94703. Opening set by KeldaMuzik. Buy your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e... Learn More The Cassandra Sessions: Recording This World When: Saturday, December 4th at 8:00 p.m. Where: Ashby Stage, 1901 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703 What: December 2-4, 10-11, 17-18, 22-23: 8pm-9:30pm all days; December 12, 19, 26: 5pm to 6:30pm all days; Livestreams Fridays, December 10 & 17, 8pm Pacific Cassandra records an album of songs entitled 'This World', a time capsule of truths for anyone in the future who will li... Learn More Bluegrass trio Broken Compass When: Saturday, December 4th at 8:00 p.m. Where: The Back Room Music What: Emerging as a band just a few months ago, Broken Compass has already been recognized for their tight arrangements, tasteful playing, and distinguished songwriting. The band performs a mix of jamgrass, bluegrass, country, Grateful Dead material, and numerous originals. Based in... Learn More Featured Event: Santa On Solano Avenue 2021: Albany & Berkeley When: Sunday, December 5th at 12:00 p.m. What: Santa on Solano! Saturdays & Sundays, Dec. 4-5, 11-12 & 18-19, 2021 - 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Outside Peggy Smith's Allstate Insurance Agency, 1758 Solano Ave., Berkeley, CA From Solano Avenue Association and Stroll: "Santa on Solano! Sponsored by Albany Subaru. "Please join... Learn More Featured Event: Santa On Solano Avenue 2021: Albany & Berkeley (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Donuts & Dreidels - Hanukkah 2021: Piedmont When: Sunday, December 5th at 1:00 p.m. What: Donuts & Dreidels Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 - 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Piedmont Community Hall, 711 Highland Ave., Piedmont, CA From City of Piedmont: "This festive family event features holiday themed crafts, dreidel playing, menorah making, and fun for the whole family!  "With speci... Learn More Featured Event: Donuts & Dreidels - Hanukkah 2021: Piedmont (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Glowing Hanukkah Party Pop-Up At Ghirardelli Square 2021: San Francisco When: Sunday, December 5th at 3:00 p.m. What: Glowing Hanukkah Party Pop-Up At Ghirardelli Square Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ghirardelli Square, 900 North Point St, San Francisco, CA From Jewish Community Center of San Francisco: "This holiday season, the JCCSF will light up Ghirardelli Square with the 4th Annua... Learn More Featured Event: Glowing Hanukkah Party Pop-Up At Ghirardelli Square 2021: San Francisco (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa 2021: Hercules When: Sunday, December 5th at 3:30 p.m. What: Holiday Tree Lighting Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 - 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Tree Lighting: Approximately 5:30 p.m. Community Swim Center, 2001 Refugio Valley Road, Hercules, CA From City of Hercules: "Save the date! Please join us for our joyous entry into the Holiday Season! "This year... Learn More Featured Event: Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa 2021: Hercules (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: 'It's A Wonderful Life' Holiday Tree-Lighting & Santa 2021: Lafayette When: Sunday, December 5th at 4:00 p.m. What: "It's a Wonderful Life in Lafayette" Sunday, Dec, 5, 2021  - 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Lafayette's Plaza Park, Mt. Diablo Blvd. and Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA From Lafayette Chamber: "Free admission! This fun, family-friendly celebration includes visits with Santa, free train rides o... Learn More Featured Event: 'It's A Wonderful Life' Holiday Tree-Lighting & Santa 2021: Lafayette (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Veretski Pass Klezmer Trio Hanukkah Concert 2021: Albany When: Sunday, December 5th at 4:00 p.m. What: Veretski Pass Klezmer Trio Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 - 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.Performance in person or livestream St Alban's Episcopal Church, 1501 Washington Ave., Albany, CA From Calliope - East Bay Music & Arts: "Internationally renowned klezmer super-group celebrates Hannukah. Ver... Learn More Featured Event: Veretski Pass Klezmer Trio Hanukkah Concert 2021: Albany (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Young Women's Choral Projects 'Carols by Candlelight' Livestream 2021: San Francisco When: Sunday, December 5th at 4:00 p.m. What: UPDATE: IN-PERSON SOLD OUT: LIVESTREAM AVAILABLE Carols by Candlelight with Young Women's Chorus of Young Women's Choral Projects Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 - 4 p.m. Old First Presbyterian Church, San Francisco, CA From Young Women's Choral Projects of San Francisco (YWCP): "Led by ... Learn More Featured Event: Young Women's Choral Projects 'Carols by Candlelight' Livestream 2021: San Francisco (Susan C. Schena) Featured Event: Grand Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting On The Lake 2021: Lake Merritt, Oakland When: Sunday, December 5th at 4:30 p.m. What: 15th Annual Grand Chanukah Celebration On The Lake Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021 at 4:30 p.m. Lake Merritt Amphitheater, between 12th Street and 1st Avenue, Lake Merritt Boulevard, Oakland, CA From Chabad of Oakland: "Show your Jewish Pride & Light up the Darkness! "Join us for th... Learn More Featured Event: Grand Chanukah Celebration & Menorah Lighting On The Lake 2021: Lake Merritt, Oakland (Susan C. Schena) Into the Woods When: Sunday, December 5th at 2:00 p.m. Where: Berkeley Playhouse What: Come see the magical musical Into the Woods at Berkeley Playhouse! Runs now through December 23. Book by James Lapine; Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Tickets: $29-$49 Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine brilliantly weave classic Grimm fairytales together in this beloved mu... Learn More Session #4 Navigating the Journey to Special Education: When: Monday, December 6th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Berkeley Unified SchoolsLearn More The Castoffs Knitting Club - Kensington Library When: Monday, December 6th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Kensington LibraryLearn More OPENING: 'The Little Ice Rink' - Holiday Skating 2021: Alameda Point When: Wednesday, December 8th at 9:00 a.m. What: The Little Ice Rink & Off the Grid Food Trucks Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021 - Monday, Jan. 17, 2022 Wednesdays & Thursdays: 3: p.m. – 9 p.m.Fridays: 2:30 p.m.– 10 p.m.Saturdays: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.Sundays 11 .m. - 9 p.m.School Holidays: 11 a.m. &  9 p.m. The Little Ice Ri... Learn More OPENING: 'The Little Ice Rink' - Holiday Skating 2021: Alameda Point (Susan C. Schena) Check out more local events, or add your own, on the Berkeley Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.