dailyloe.com – Berkeley, California is hosting various community events in mid-April leading up to Earth Day on April 22. The activities include educational tours, cultural discussions, art sales, and live music performances. These events are detailed in a local events roundup from Berkeleyside. Many events are free or request a suggested donation.
A community beehive ride tour for cyclists of all ages is scheduled for Sunday, April 19. The tour starts at 10 a.m. at Downtown Berkeley BART. Stops include Bancroft Community Garden, Woolsey Delta Hive, and Urban Farm Oasis. A $25 donation is suggested and an RSVP secures a spot with a free burrito.
On Thursday, April 16, mak-‘amham/Cafe Ohlone founders Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino will host a discussion. The topic relates to East Bay Ohlone culture, experiences, and community. It takes place at 3:30 p.m. at the Lawrence Hall of Science. The event is free but requires registration and includes tea and a snack.
Also on April 16, a craft event to make Berkeley-themed bag charms will be held. It runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Super Duper Burgers. All materials for the spring-themed charms are provided. This event is free to attend.
Pianist Sam Rudin, known as Hurricane Sam, opened the Back Room venue ten years ago. To celebrate this milestone, a nine-show concert series begins on Thursday, April 16, at 8 p.m. Berkeley drummer Scott Amendola kicks it off with his Anniversary Quartet. Violinist Jenny Scheinman is featured in the quartet. Tickets for the Back Room show cost $30.
Bass guitarist Chris Trinidad’s project Chroma Tonic will perform on Friday, April 17. The show is at 7 p.m. at Jupiter. The group includes Naima Shalhoub on vocals and synth. Alex Heigl on ambient and looped guitars and Cy Thompson on Afro-Caribbean percussion also perform. Admission to this Jupiter show is free.
ACCI Gallery will host an art supply and garage sale on Saturday, April 18. It runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1652 Shattuck Ave. at Lincoln St. The sale includes beads, tools, fabric, and art books. Attendees should bring their own bags to carry items from this free event.
The North Shattuck neighborhood holds a pre-Earth Day party on Saturday, April 18. It features community swaps and sidewalk sales from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Shattuck & Vine. The event celebrates sustainable practices across multiple local spots. This is a free event in anticipation of Earth Day.
Fourth Street shopping district also celebrates Earth Day on Saturday, April 18. Music by Three Elements will be featured from noon to 3:30 p.m. at Peet’s Coffee. Free giveaways of seeds, succulents, and mini clay pots are planned. These giveaways are available while supplies last at the free event.
An afternoon event invites contributions to a 1,000 origami paper crane project. This activity is part of the diverse lineup of local Berkeley happenings. The events roundup encourages signing up for The Scene newsletter. This newsletter provides more information on local arts and culture events.[]
Source: Berkeleyside
