Latest Events in Berkeley(September Updated)

Doors open at 6:30pm, Screening Begins at 7pm Thursday,, September 4, we will screen Democracy Noir by Connie Field, Academy Award-nominated Berkeley filmmaker, who will speak about the making of this documentary about the dismantling of the Hungarian government by Vickor Orban, with the audience after the screening. This event is open to the public. General Admission: $15 plus online fees Members, seniors and students: $10 plus online fees Information Source: Berkeley Hillside Club | eventbrite

Join us this autumn at the breathtaking Berkeley Castle for an exclusive Wedding Showcase. Wander through our stunning historic venue, meet handpicked local suppliers, and get inspired for your dream day. Whether you're newly engaged or finalising the details, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the magic of Berkeley Castle dressed in its seasonal best. Information Source: Jess Jones | eventbrite

Deconstructing Yourself is a weekly drop-in guided meditation (approximately one hour) plus Q & A with Berkeley Alembic founding teacher Michael Taft. Deconstructing Yourself is all about sharing the life-changing force that is meditation. We extend beyond any particular religion or technique in order to welcome any and all who are interested. Deconstructing Yourself strives to encourage, inform, and inspire your meditation practice towards ongoing awakening. Meditations are live-streamed and archived on YouTube . Logistics : 1. The front door to The Alembic auto-locks, and since we don't want our volunteer to miss the sit, the door will be locked at 6:30. Please arrive early lest you end up streaming the YouTube sit from the parking lot. 2. There is ample free parking - details and directions will be in your confirmation email No one turned away for lack of funds. If this applies to you, please pay at the door . Michael W. Taft is a meditation teacher, author, and podcaster. Michael teaches meditation courses, retreats, and individuals worldwide, and is the author of several books, including the bestselling The Mindful Geek. He is the founder and host of the Deconstructing Yourself podcast. From Zen temples in Japan to yogi caves in India, Michael has been meditating for over thirty five years and has extensive experience in both Buddhist and Hindu Tantric practice. Michael is the co-founder of the groundbreaking Alembic center in Berkeley. He was previously editor-in-chief of Being Human, and was the long-time editorial director of Sounds True. Michael lives with his family in the Bay Area. Information Source: The Berkeley Alembic Foundation | eventbrite

Welcome to the Cold Brew Tasting event! Join us on Sat, Apr 05, 2025 at 10:00 AM for a flavorful experience at 1951 Coffee Company . Get ready to sample a variety of cold brews and discover different coffee shops with your friends! Whether you're a coffee connoisseur or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for all caffeine lovers in the Berkeley Area. Come mingle, sip, and enjoy the chil vibes with us. See you there! Information Source: Coffee Club at Berkeley | eventbrite

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The Event : Come shake off the stress and weight of the week with us at The Wiggle Room – judgement free movement workshops that get you out of your head, into your body, and shaking out your stress with joy and laughter with other Black and brown womxn. As we shake off the winter and prepare for spring, April's movement theme is “Release the Cheeks” with Saharla Vetsch – multidisciplinary artist, performer, and instructor. This workshop is all about releasing tension and stress by connecting our mind to our hips through movement. Saharla will guide us through a series of stretches, movements, and grooves before we shake it out on the floor. In The Wiggle Room , we intentionally call on our flexibility and grace for some of the things we’re individually navigating so that we can leave feeling lighter and standing in our power. And after we wiggle – let’s grab some giggle juice (aka cocktail/mocktail). Join us for a drink at a nearby bar to cool down, connect, and kick into the weekend. Meet Saharla : Saharla Vetsch (she/her) is a Somali American multidisciplinary artist rooted in the Bay Area. Saharla earned a degree in Performing Arts and Social Justice with a concentration on dance from the University of San Francisco. Her artistic and academic journey has been marked by a profound commitment to the transformative power of movement. Saharla’s teaching and performances encourage and celebrate the intersecting identities that make up who we are and inform how we all engage with the world and each other. She does this in the spaces of queer nightlife entertainment, early childhood dance education, and through collaborative dance performances. Saharla strives to be a beacon of self-expression, harnessing the liberating power of dance to ignite a sense of freedom through community. About WildFiya WildFiya is a well-being and lifestyle company that curates joyful and restorative events and experiences for Black and brown womxn to play, learn, and be well. We're on a mission to enrich and transform the lives and well-being of Black and brown womxn from stressed, drained, and unfulfilled to lives of passion, pleasure, and purpose. Tickets : $10-40 Sliding scale tickets available. No one turned away for lack of funds. We are grateful for your support of our work and the investment in yourself. Information Source: WildFiya | eventbrite

Welcome to the Future Leaders Summit ! Join us at the Berkeley Public Library - Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch for a day filled with inspiration, networking, and growth. This in-person event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from industry experts, and take your leadership skills to the next level. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a community of F uture Leaders shaping tomorrow. See you there! Information Source: YSOS Club | eventbrite

The Berkeley Hillside Club was founded in 1898 by a group of women determined to shape the architecture of the Northside neighborhood. They had lofty goals and largely achieved them. As the Club matured, its activities extended to areas the founders couldn’t have predicted, including wartime assistance, music, dance, and drama. David Mostardi, the Hillside Club Historian, will present an overview of the Club’s 127-year history, including newly-discovered photographs and recordings. The public is welcome to attend the brief annual meeting of the Berkeley Historical Society as well as the talk (see Agenda). Admission is free (donations welcome), no ticket required, but please sign up so we know how many to expect. Information Source: Berkeley Historical Society & Museum | eventbrite

IGS and the Bancroft Library are pleased to announce that Former Senior Adviser to President Biden and Cal alum, Julie Chávez Rodriguez will be in conversation with former U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer as the 2025 Barbara Boxer Lecturer. The 2025 Boxer Lecture will be a thoughtful conversation between Julie and Former U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer with a focus on women in public service leadership. As a Cal alum, the granddaughter of American labor leader, César Chávez and American labor activist Helen Fabela Chávez, and an accomplished political strategist in her own right, Julie can offer valuable insights into political coalition building and public engagement on key issues from the grassroots level to the highest office in our nation. At this critical juncture in the nation's political future, Julie will speak to the current state of politics in the country, ways in which organizing and civic engagement have changed over the years, and what individuals, especially students can do in this moment to get engaged and ensure their voices are heard. About the Speaker: Julie Chávez Rodriguez is an American political strategist and the former campaign manager for the Harris-Walz campaign. Prior to leading the Campaign, Julie served as the Director of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and Senior Adviser to the President during the Biden-Harris Administration. She grew up in California in a well-known family of American labor and civil rights activists, the granddaughter of American labor leader, César Chávez and American labor activist Helen Fabela Chávez. From 2009 to January 2017, Rodriguez served in the Obama administration, initially working for the United States Secretary of the Interior and later in the White House Office of Public Engagement. She was appointed state director for Senator Kamala Harris in 2017. She later served on the Kamala Harris 2020 presidential primary campaign in 2019. In 2020, Rodriguez was hired by the Joe Biden 2020 presidential campaign as Deputy Campaign Manager and senior advisor for Latino outreach. Rodriguez was appointed to be the Director of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs by President Joe Biden, and took office on January 20, 2021. The Barbara Boxer Lecture is an annual event, sponsored jointly by the Institute of Governmental Studies and The Bancroft Library, that focuses on women in leadership. This event is co-sponsored by the Robert T. Matsui Center for Politics and Public Service. Accessibility Notice: This is an accessible event. If you are a disabled person and need reasonable accommodations to participate they will be provided. For more information, and to make a request, please contact Ezra Bristow at ezrabristow@berkeley.edu Information Source: UC Berkeley's Institute of Governmental Studies & The Bancroft Library | eventbrite

Come for open, small group discussions and to strengthen our community and have some fun ahead of SF Climate Week. Our friends at Gather have reserved space in the patio. We'll have salads, pizza, grain bowls and other delicious bites. Feel free to spread word to friends working in climate, philanthropy and other impact areas. See you there! Information Source: Jason Rissman | eventbrite

Join us for our annual Older Adult Passover Luncheon! Looking for a fun way to celebrate Passover with friends new and old? Look no further! Our Older Adult Passover Luncheon is an opportunity to enjoy a delicious Kosher for Passover meal, engage in meaningful learning on the holiday's themes, and connect with your Jewish community. Event Details: Date: Thursday April 17, 2025 Time: 11:30 AM to 1:30pm Location: JCC East Bay - 1414 Walnut Street, Berkeley Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy good food, great company, and a memorable Passover celebration. We can't wait to see you there! JCC East Bay is committed to equal access to all: The JCC East Bay welcomes and supports our diverse Jewish community, people of all religions, nationalities, and socioeconomic backgrounds; communities of color; people with disabilities; and the LGBTQ+ community. The JCC East Bay believes it is important for people of all abilities to feel welcome and included in our space. Our 100+ year old historic building does present limitations. Please let us know your specific needs so we can best accommodate you. If you are experiencing financial hardship and are unable to afford the ticket price, please email the event organizer, Noah Curtis-Goldstein (noah.curtisgoldstein@jcceastbay.org) to discuss options. We look forward to hearing from you to make your experience at the JCC East Bay a positive one! JCC East Bay policies around photography/videography: Please be aware that the JCC East Bay will be taking photographs and video at this event and may use the photos and video clips in our marketing. If you do not want your image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers. By participating in this event, you consent to your voice, name, and/or likeness being used, without compensation, for use in any and all media. Information Source: JCC East Bay | eventbrite

Join us for a fun and hands-on fermentation workshop! For just a sliding scale of $15-$30, you’ll learn the art of making your own sauerkraut and fermented pickles. No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity and leave with a jar of delicious, homemade goodies to enjoy at home. Whether you're new to fermentation or looking to refine your skills, this event is perfect for anyone wanting to dive into the world of probiotics and tasty snacks. Sign up today and take home the flavors of your own creations! Information Source: Ecology Center | eventbrite

The Berkeley Journal of Black Law & Policy ( BJBLP ) is pleased to announce our Spring 2025 Symposium entitled All Power To The People: Reclaiming Populism as a Tool for Liberation! Join us on Friday, April 18th, 2025 at UC Berkeley, School of Law in Room 100 from 9:30am until 3:00pm for a day filled with engaging panel discussions, insightful keynote addresses, and community-driven discussions around the history of Black populist movements. This symposium will explore the potential of populism as a tool for liberation in light of the widespread distrust of news, government, and public institutions meant to support everyday people. While the term populism has gained infamy as an expression of right-wing fascism in the current Trump era, this interpretation of the term misrepresents how working-class people, especially Black Americans, have historically participated in empowering populist movements. Thus, the program will examine the rise of right-wing populism in the U.S. and its impact on democratic institutions while exploring how populist movements can be redirected toward transformative and inclusive politics. Part I will define and clarify the meaning of populism, address the limits of the Democratic Party to serve Black American constituents as its most consistent voting bloc, and discuss the Pigford class action lawsuits against the USDA as exemplary of the need to address both race and class in any political movement. Part II will ask what to do now and how to forge a path forward. These sessions will start by framing populism as a tool for political mobilization, then explore the manifestation of this ideology in two distinct areas: cooperative economics and higher education. These panels draw inspiration from Black-led political movements and critical Black scholarship, referencing the Black Panther Party’s prefigurative politics and W.E.B. Du Bois’s writing on education. Information Source: Berkeley Journal of Black Law and Policy | eventbrite

Please secure tickets as fast as possible as sales historically have gone out fast If you have secured your ticket, you must arrive prior to 11:00 PM. After that time we will open the door for at the door sales. No outside liqour Gov ID and School ID Required No smoking inside Must come in disco attire HAVE FUN Information Source: The Gamma Alpha of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity,Inc. | eventbrite

The Indonesia & India in California Festival will celebrate the history of these performing arts traditions as practiced & performed in California for over fifty years. Daytime activities will feature free performances and interactive workshops, exhibitions, and talks. The evening formal concert feature Indian master artists and Bay Area Indonesian ensembles (gamelan). Sarod Manik Khan has been steeped in the ancient melodies of North Indian classical music since birth. The youngest son of the legendary Sarod maestro, Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, he grew up listening to his father in countless concerts and attending his classes at the esteemed Ali Akbar College of Music in San Rafael, CA. He initially studied Tabla but the greater call to follow in the footsteps of his family brought Manik, at the age of 13, to formally train on the Sarod with his father. He spent his formative years accompanying his father on stage, touring for the last decade of his father's extensive and iconic performance career. Manik's own solo career has brought him throughout India, South America, and the U.S. www.manikkhan.com Gamelan Pusaka Sunda is a 12-member West Javanese performing arts group, led by Burhan Sukarma and based in the San Francisco Bay Area with strong collaborative connections to Bandung, Indonesia. Members of the group are all accomplished musicians who have spent most of their lives learning and performing gamelan music. Founded in 1988 by Burhan Sukarma and Rae Ann Stahl, Pusaka Sunda provides a voice for Burhan’s own compositions as well as a means for promulgating the traditional music of West Java. Gamelan Sekar Jaya 's (GSJ) mission is to foster artistic exchange between Bali and the United States through residencies, workshops, performances, and the creation of innovative new works of music and dance; and to share the excitement of this exchange with diverse audiences in California, the US, and abroad. Gamelan Sekar.Three Guest Artist-Teachers from Bali join GSJ for the Spring 2025 season. Gamelan Sari Raras , (Berkeley, CA) Artistic Director Midiyanto Gamelan Sari Raras is a community performing ensemble in the Department of Music at UC Berkeley. Founded in 1988 it includes students and former students at Berkeley as well as musicians from the SF Bay Area. (free) Bala Dance Center ( Founder/ Director Aggie Brenneman) The Bala Center for South Indian Dance is dedicated to the teaching of Bharatanatyam to the public of all ages, backgrounds and experiences. The Bala Dance Center adheres to the style of T. Balasaraswati and has a commitment to the traditional choreography of the classical repertoire. (free) Kalanjali Dances of India (Katherine Kunirahman, Director) Kalanjali believes that dance has the power to promote a healthy self-image and enhance essential life skills that go beyond those acquired in our dance classes. Kalanjali's aim is to teach the most authentic classical form of Bharatanatyam as taught in India, and also to impress upon our students a love for dance, and an understanding of its antiquity, scientifically evolved details and inherent beauty. (free) Lestari Dance Company (Ninik Lunde, Director) Ninik began her studies of classical Javanese dance at six years old in Central Java. Ninik has then been teaching Indonesian language and culture for 31 years at the University of California - Berkeley, after 5 years teaching at the University of Wisconsin Madison. In 1996, together with the late Puspawati Dwi Atmini, and Rozalia Kasim, Ninik founded Lestari Indonesian Dance group in Union City, CA, to preserve and promote the diversity of Indonesian ethnic dances for both expatriate Indonesians and Americans. (free) Crosspulse/Keith Terry Inspired by the generation of great US jazz tap dancers he was accompanying in the 1970’s, drummer Keith Terry dove head-on into Body Music (a term he coined) in 1978. He regularly travels the world, performing and teaching in a wide range of settings from villages in Bali to New York City's Lincoln Center. He taught for 5 years in UCLA's Department of World Arts and Cultures. Keith is a Guggenheim Fellow and the founding artistic director of Crosspulse; and the International Body Music Festival (IBMF) - launched by Crosspulse in 2008 to explore the language of Body Music from culture to culture. IBMFs have been produced in the US, Brazil, Turkey, Indonesia, France, Canada, Italy, Greece and Ghana. (free) Purnamasari, (Founder/Artistic Director Lisa Graciano) Purnamasari integrates Indonesian gamelan instruments into original songs and compositions. The band creates a unique musical fusion, combining a variety of gamelan instruments with guitars and other western instruments, tuned to harmonize and at times conflict with each other. The group is led by singer-songwriter and guitarist Lisa Graciano, an Indonesian American of Balinese/Menadonese Indo descent, along with veteran Bay Area rock and gamelan musicians from groups such as Gamelan Sekar Jaya and Gamelan X. (free) Kompiang Metri Davies, (Gadung Kasturi Founder Artistic Director) Kompiang is from Ngis, Karangasem, Bali, and started her studies of Balinese music and dance at age 5. After moving to the SF Bay Area in 1992, Kompiang founded Gadung Kasturi in 2007, a Balinese performing arts group in Richmond, CA. She performs with her daughter Chandra who is an undergrad at UC Davis in Biology and Public Health.(free) Other individual artists will join in the Festival. See the website for more information . https://indo-india-cal-festival.org/ Information Source: New Performance Traditions | eventbrite

Please Join us on Tuesday, April 22nd, for a book talk with Professor Sergio Fabbrini on his latest book, A Federalist Alternative for European Governance: The European Union in Hard Times . How did the European Union (EU) deal with the crises of the 2010s and 2020s? These crises arose in policy realms that were the province of national governments, so the European Council was the driving institution for managing them. National governments were able to take decisions, but their decisions were contradictory and unaccountable, and regularly hindered by divisions between them. In order to manage a policymaking process dominated by the claims of national and sub-regional governments, Sergio Fabbrini argues that intergovernmental governance has had to transform the EU into an international organization. Fabbrini shows that differentiated integration would further distance the EU from the project of an ‘ever closer union’ and, on the basis of a comparative federalism approach, he proposes an alternative paradigm of a multi-tier Europe with a federalist core to balance national sovereignties and supranational authority. About the Speaker: Sergio Fabbrini is Professor of Political Science and International Relations, Intesa Sanpaolo Chair on European Governance, at the Political Science Department of the Luiss Guido Carli in Rome. He is a highly respected scholar of European politics renowned for bringing federalism back to the scientific debate. His recent publications include, Europe’s Future: Decoupling and Reforming (Cambridge, 2019), Which European Union?: Europe after the Euro Crisis (Cambridge, 2015), and Compound Democracies: Why the United States and Europe Are Becoming Similar (Oxford University Press, 2010). He is also a political editor for the Italian financial newspaper Il Sole 24 Ore, for which he was awarded the 2017 Spinelli Prize. This event is presented by the Institute of Governmental Studies, and is co-sponsored by the Institute of European Studies and the Institute of International Studies. This is an accessible event. If you are a disabled person and need reasonable accommodations to participate they will be provided. For more information, and to make a request, please contact Ezra Bristow at ezrabristow@berkeley.edu Information Source: Institute of Governmental Studies | eventbrite

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, THERE WILL BE TWO OFFERINGS OF THE SONICTRANCE GONG BATH ( formerly called the Alchemy Gong Bath) First Gong Bath : Lobby opens at 5:30 pm, performance doors open at 6 pm, and event starts at 6:30 pm sharp and ends at 7:30 pm Second Gong Bath : Lobby opens at 7:30 pm, performance doors open at 8 pm, and event starts 8:30 pm sharp and ends at 9:30 pm The SonicTrance Gong Bath produces a transportive experience of sonic trance. Gongs are ancient instruments, and their vibrant timbres and full-spectrum harmonics produce powerful, mysterious, and captivating sounds. Gongs help to release, clear, and rebalance your subtle body and nervous system, and the experiences they inspire can catalyze transformation and healing. Your journey will begin with a brief guided form of relaxation called Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep). This will help you to relax, shift your attention inward and open yourself to the vibrational frequcies, the sonic textures, tonal qualities, and harmonic richness offered by Loriel's beautiful eight gong ensemble (with additional sonic delights)! The SonicTrance Gong Bath showcases the gong’s unique voice in the realm of sound healing and sound meditation. If you like gongs you’ll love this event! And if you are new to the sound of the gong, or just beginning to explore sound baths, tonight will offer a wonderful opportunity to dive into the deep end of the pool of vibrational healing. ************** Please make sure to arrive when the doors open so that you have time to settle into your space. DOORS WILL LOCK at 6:30 pm sharp for the first bath and 8:30 pm sharp for the second show with no admittance afterward. PLEASE BRING A YOGA MAT AND BLANKET. Additional items that might support your journey include an eye covering, additional blankets, a pillow, and water bottle. If you do not have a ticket and the show is sold out, you are welcome to drop by the lobby for standby. Any spaces that open up will be released 1 minute before the event begins. Walk-ins are not guaranteed a ticket. *************** PLEASE NOTE: A gong sound bath has variable dynamics of intensity and volume in the form of sound waves. The tension and release of these dynamics are part of the process that supports the nervous system to strengthen and to develop resilience. However, if you have been diagnosed with PTSD, or are prone to be sensitive to the dynamics of volume, you may find this event contraindicated. Feel free to contact Loriel with any questions regarding participation. Interested in volunteering for this event? Please fill out this form . --- LORIEL STARR is one of Northern California's premier sound bath facilitators. She has performed in and produced sound bath experiences for over 12 years; from Grace Cathedral, to yoga studios, to music festivals, corporate wellness programs, private events and more. She has been part of the Sound Healing Symphony at Grace Cathedral since it's inception in 2015 and her regularly sold-out offerings of "The Sound Healing Sanctuary" , "Alchemy Gong Bath", "Holo-Sonic Breathwork" and "The SonicTrance Gong Bath” are a testament to her popularity and her respected presence in the growing field of Sound Healing. Loriel is a certified sound healing practitioner and a graduate of the Sound, Voice, and Music in the Healing Arts program of the California Institute of Integral Studies (2008); as well as a Gong Yoga facilitator. She has studied with numerous luminaries in the field of sound healing and Nada Yoga (the yoga of Sound). Loriel is fascinated with using Sound as a way to explore meditative states, medicinal trance and deep rejuvenation. She dedicates her work to supporting healing, deep connection and well-being through the infinitely mysterious and magical qualities of Sound. In addition to her work with sound healing and sound meditation, Loriel integrates several modalities of the healing arts into her public events and private practice; She is trained and certified as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) which supports trauma healing, a certified Holotropic Breathwork facilitator since 2003, a certifed Psychedelic Microdose and Integration Coach and a Level III certified iRest Yoga Nidra meditation teacher. Loriel has over 20 years of experince with supporting people to explore expanded and embodied states of awareness as a path to healing and self-exploration. For more information about Loriel: www.lorielstarr.com Contact The Alembic regarding any refund inquiries. Information Source: The Berkeley Alembic Foundation | eventbrite

Welcome to A Night Under the Stars: ENV Prom 2025! Get ready for a magical evening at the Hearst Memorial Mining Building Moore Lobby . It's time to dust off your dancing shoes and put on your fanciest attire for a night you won't forget. Join us for a night filled with music, laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss out on the chance to dance the night away under the stars with your friends and classmates. See you there! Information Source: eventbrite

Let’s have some laughs and raise some funds for local org Respond Crisis Translation ! Respond Crisis Translation is a nonprofit organization comprised of abolitionist translators-interpreters. They provide rapid response language support to migrants and fighting for language justice in Gaza and worldwide. Funds from this show will be going to translators in Gaza, Lebanon, and Afghanistan. " We provide around the clock professional trauma-informed interpretation and translation to asylum seekers, refugees, and thousands of other individuals for whom language is a barrier to accessing safety, dignity, and suppo rt." - Respond Crisis Translation Respond Crisis Translation: Website | Instagram DIRECT DONATIONS please Venmo @bay2gaza Information Source: Carlos Michaud | eventbrite

Past Life Regression Hypnosis Join us for this special in-person event at the Luminae space in Berkeley, California! Over the millennia and throughout countless cultures, mystics shamans artists and truth seekers have traveled to and from profound guided inner “vision quests” to retrieve healing images, ideas, and insight - from the Higher Self and greater source - that help guide, heal, and inspire. During this specialized guided meditation, you will have the opportunity to explore your soul’s memories with your time-traveling consciousness and experience your multi-dimensional self. In a guided trance, you will catch glimpses into a past life that serve as clues as to what is important for you to reflect on at this time of your life. Through this journey you may meet with a very special Spirit Guide who offers further insights, messages, guidance, and blessings. This experience brings about broader perspectives that can lead to emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing . This experience can also be a wonderful introduction to the fascinating world of quantum healing hypnosis. Space is limited to have an intimate group for this special guided journey. We highly encourage you to get your ticket in advance! (Please note that tickets cannot be refunded or transfered for any reason.) Your Guide: Kaya Sattva is a transpersonal hypnotherapist specializing in Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT). She has a practice based in Oakland, California where she serves by helping a diversity of seekers into hypnosis and altered states of consciousness. She guides journeys that lead to encoded vision quests through the quantum fields of time and space to access healing and empowering insights. She also supports seekers in their oracular channeling of Higher consciousness, Higher Self, and the Wisdom of Heart for greater clarity and direction. Kaya began learning about Dolores Cannon, a past life regression hypnotherapist and recorder of lost knowledge, over a decade ago and went on to complete extensive training and certification in QHHT. In 2018, Kaya launched her practice as a Transpersonal Hypnotherapist and later became certified in additional complementary methods of healing and hypnosis. Since then, she has facilitated over 6,000 session hours and has been witness to so many miraculous recoveries and great leaps in higher self awareness. Connect with Kaya at bluelotusoracles.com Preparation: Please bring a yoga mat, pillow, or blanket so that you are comfortable lying on the floor for guided hypnosis meditation. You may also bring a journal and pen. Arrive early and get settled in so that we can begin on time. Location: The Luminae space is located at 264 Arlington Ave in Berkeley/Kensington. Our entrance is at the porch on the left side of the beige building. Find out more at: www.luminaewellness.com and IG @theluminaespace Information Source: Luminae Wellness | eventbrite

Spirology: Afro-Cuban Folklore & Cuban Charanga Fusion Concert with Michael Spiro Enjoy an evening of music and dance at La Peña with Spirology , led by renowned percussionist Michael Spiro. This concert highlights the fusion of Afro-Cuban folklore and Cuban charanga, featuring top Bay Area musicians skilled in both styles. Experience the rhythmic interplay of Lukumí bata drums and the elegant Cuban danzón melodies in a lively concert that promises to delight both your ears and feet! Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2025 Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (doors open at 7:30 PM) Location: La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA Tickets - Student, Youth, and Senior Discounts available! Early Bird: $20 General Admission: $25 At the Door: $30 La Peña Member: 25% off for you and a guest Click here to learn more about La Peña Membership Join Our Volunteer Community Volunteer at La Peña to help create a safer, inclusive space for all! Enjoy free entry , complimentary food and refreshments, and connect with our community. Visit signup.com/go/AXAVMXu to sign up for a shift! Featured Artists: Michael Spiro - Leader, Percussion, Vocals, Arranger An internationally acclaimed percussionist, educator, and recording artist, Michael Spiro is a ten-time Grammy nominee known for his influential work in Latin music. He has collaborated with notable artists across various genres and continues to innovate with his new project "Spirology," blending Cuban charanga with Afro-Cuban bata drumming. As a performer Michael continues to co-lead and perform with Orquesta La Moderna Tradición, still holds the conga drum chair in the internationally acclaimed “Wayne Wallace Latin Jazz Quintet” (with Grammy nominations in 2011, 2014, and 2015), and co-leads “Conjunto Karabali” with long-time Santana percussionist Karl Perazzo. His new band “Spirology” is a ground-breaking project that fuses Cuban charanga with Afro-Cuban bata drumming, and features the entirely new genre that he has created---the “batanzón”. For more information, visit: Michael-Spiro.com Tregar Otton - Violin, Vocals, Arranger Classically trained from a young age, Tregar Otton has performed globally with Orquesta La Moderna Tradición and other ensembles. A dedicated educator, Tregar leads multiple music groups and has been instrumental in the San Francisco music scene for decades. He leads Mariachi ALAS and various ensembles at the Community Music Center of San Francisco, including three Cuban performing groups (youth and adult) and Old Time/Bluegrass groups. He also is a founding member of the San Francisco Unified School District's Mariachi Program. John Calloway - Piano, Flute, Vocals A multi-instrumentalist and composer, Dr. John Calloway has a rich history of performances and compositions with renowned musicians. His extensive teaching career and award-winning compositions highlight his significant contributions to jazz and Latin music education. Dr. Calloway holds a bachelor’s degree in music from CCNY, a master’s degree in music education from San Francisco State University, and a doctorate in multicultural education from the University of San Francisco. John was a music teacher and administrator in SF public schools for over 30 years and has been on faculty at San Francisco State University since 1999. Miguel Martinez - Flute, Vocals Born in Chiapas, Mexico, versatile musician and educator, Miguelito Martinez has made a mark in the Latin music scene with his innovative compositions and performances. He is a sought-after clinician and has received accolades for his work as a flutist and music educator. Martinez is the founding director of Corazon Sur a Mexican-Caribbean fusion ensemble and co-director of Balamcoatl; a collaborative project focused on diffusing the vibrant music and dance traditions of the indigenous people of México. Besides his busy career as a performer, Martinez has been a music teacher and multicultural arts educator since 2004 in the bay area. Steve Senft-Herrera - Bass For three decades, Steve Senft-Herrera has anchored the bass in numerous Bay Area bands, performing at prestigious festivals and recording across various genres. He currently plays with Conjunto Karabalí. Remi Spiro - Percussion, Vocals Specializing in Cuban music, Remi Spiro is a multi-percussionist. He has studied with some of the most important musicians in both the Bay Area and in Cuba, including Jesus Diaz, Daniel Alfonso, Jorge Alabe, John Calloway, and of course his father, Michael Spiro. For over twenty years he has performed and taught in popular and folkloric music settings throughout the Bay Area, and has been a mainstay in several iconic groups, including Orquesta La Moderna Tradicion, Bata-Ketu, and Soltron. Osvaldo Carvajal - Guiro, Vocals A Cuban percussionist and music educator, Osvaldo Carvajal has enriched the Bay Area music scene since 2001. He directs the music program at San Francisco’s Mission High School and performs with various local bands. Pablo Caro - Violin, Vocals A designer, singer, and violinist. Pablo Caro plays with several groups in the Bay Area, including Orquesta La Moderna Tradición and Civic Strings. He is a student of the Community Music Center. Ed Valencia bio coming soon! Accessibility La Peña is a wheelchair-accessible venue with step-less entry, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms. Masks are strongly encouraged. If you’re experiencing COVID-19, cold, or flu-like symptoms, please consider staying home to protect our community. HEPA air purifiers operate throughout our space. Restrooms are all-gender We strive to make La Peña a welcoming, accessible space for everyone. If you have any specific needs or questions about accessibility, contact us in advance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Email us at info@lapena.org Getting to La Peña Public Transit: The 18 bus line stops directly across the street (Shattuck & Woolsey), and Ashby BART is just two blocks away. Parking: Free street parking is available, or park at the Ashby BART station for a fee. Bike-Friendly: Bike racks are available outside the venue. La Peña Membership Become a La Peña member today! Enjoy a 25% discount on tickets to this event, plus access to other exclusive perks. Learn more at: Lapena.org/members Questions? Contact us at info@lapena.org. Information Source: La Peña Cultural Center | eventbrite

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Fashion transcends through time , weaving era to era, body to body, and carrying untold stories. This semester FAST embodies our theme SONDER by connecting, in a moment of realization, the complex and vivid lives we all live through fashion. The humbling thought of shared emotions and relationships illuminate these interconnected narratives, in our runway we aim to highlight these moments, leaving the viewer with more realization than what they had arrived with . Join FAST on April 27th to experience the SONDER together, a day where fashion becomes a mirror . Doors open at 4:00 PM and will close promptly at 4:45 PM. The show will begin at 5:00 PM and end at 6:30 PM. Please make sure to purchase your tickets in advance, as no tickets will be sold at the door . Information Source: Fashion and Student Trends at Cal | FAST | eventbrite

The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) invite you to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the I-80/Gilman Interchange Improvement Project. The event will be hosted on Monday, April 28, 2025 , at 11:00 am . The event will be hosted on Gilman Street adjacent to the Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex, located at 400 Gilman Street in Berkeley. Parking will be available. More About the Project The I-80/Gilman Interchange Project is increasing safety and improving navigation, mobility and traffic operations on Gilman Street between West Frontage Road and 5th Street through the I-80 interchange. This project is also providing the following benefits: Provides safe access for pedestrians and bicyclists Reduces congestion and improves mobility Simplifies traffic operations, navigation and mobility at the interchange Shortens queues Reduces turning conflicts and improves merging Improves local and regional biking facilities and connectivity More information about the I-80/Gilman Interchange Improvement Project can be found on Alameda CTC’s website- www.alamedactc.org/programs-projects/highway-improvement/i80gilman Information Source: Alameda CTC & Caltrans | eventbrite

From Sensation to Relation: Applications of Somatic Experiencing in Group Therapy This 6-hour in-person training will explore the inherent and restorative wisdom of the body as it relates to interpersonal relationships and intrapsychic dynamics. The voice of the body is often subtle, unspoken, and particular to each individual. Prioritizing the body allows for wholesome, secure, and satisfying connections. Conversely, ignoring the body can lead to dissociative, intellectual, or partial communication with compromised living. Through didactic and experiential learning, this workshop will advocate for prioritizing the body in group psychotherapy. After attending this workshop, participants will be able to: 1. Practice Somatic Experiencing principles and techniques. 2. Describe the somatic experience of felt security, as an attachment precursor. 3. Experience and articulate moments of physiologi- cal change (proprioception) around states of intra- psychic and interpersonal safety and danger (neuroception). 4. Assess aliveness, connection, disconnection, and collapse in experience somatically. 5. Evaluate and apply Somatic Experiencing concepts such as orienting, pendulation, titration, SIBAM, settling, and various forms of freeze responses. About the Workshop Leader Dr. Carlos Canales, Psy.D. is a bilingual/bicultural Clinical Psychologist, a Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP), Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) and Fellow for the American Group Psychotherapy Association (AGPA-F). Information Source: Northern California Group Psychotherapy Society | eventbrite

Variety Fest Spring 2025 PDP presents an all new Variety Fest! Join us at Flux Vertical Theatre for this party-meets performance-mash-up. All new contemporary-jazz dance vignettes by Printz Dance Project, alongside drag, hip-hop, pole, and storytelling performances by wonderful guest artists, with music by the one and only DJ Heylove. Grab a drink, dance, and watch eye catching performances while immersing yourself in the FLUX Vertical Theatre space. Don't miss out on this event - mark your calendars for Variety Fest Spring 2025! Information Source: Printz Dance Project | eventbrite

Join Us for a Family Drummm Circle - Experience Rhythm, Fun, and Connection! Bring your family and feel the beat in an interactive and engaging drum circle designed for parents and children of all ages! No experience necessary—just bring your energy, and we’ll provide the drums! Facilitated by Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR, founder and chief rhythm activator at DRUMMM® Rhythmic Events www.drummm.com . When: Sunday May 4th, 2025 at 10:30-11:30am Where: San Pablo Park, Berkeley – Meet in the park near where Oregon St intersects Park St. Why Join? ✅ Strengthen family bonds through music ✅ Boost creativity and self-expression ✅ Reduce stress and increase joy ✅ Have fun in a welcoming community Drums & Sound Makers Provided! Feel free to bring your own. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult AND adults must be accompanied by a participating child. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on, sunscreen, water, layers, whatever you need to be comfortable. Let’s create joyful music together! Information Source: Jeni Swerdlow, MA-ATR | eventbrite

Come join your NOLL/SOLL teammates as the Cal Bears take on FSU under the lights at Evans Diamond on the Cal campus. Bring snacks, play games, and have fun before the game starts. Tickets will be picked up in front of the stadium before game time. Arrive between 530pm and 630pm to pick up your tickets from our volunteers for a 6pm game start time. Thank you again for supporting NOLL/SOLL! Please see Evans stadium details here . Note that metal water bottles are among the things that are not allowed. Information Source: NOLL/SOLL | eventbrite

Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore presents a very special evening at The David Brower Center when award winning and bestselling author Rebecca Solnit launches her new book No Straight Road Takes You There: Essays for Uneven Terrain. Rebecca will be joined in what is sure to be a lively discussion by special guest(s) to be announced and she will sign copies of her book after the presentation. This is a ticketed event with Rebecca's book bundled with your admission ticket. Tickets are available for one book and one seat for $21.95 (+ taxes and fees) or one book and two seats for $26.95 ( + taxes and fees). “This is a book of fierce and poetic thinking—and a guide for navigating a rapidly changing, non-linear, living world.” —Merlin Sheldrake, author of Entangled Life In the spirit of her bestselling book Hope in the Dark , Rebecca Solnit explores how our actions can shape the future and the liberatory possibilities of embracing uncertainty. Beginning with an essay about a three-hundred-year-old violin and what it can tell us about forests, abundance, and climate, and ending with one about a prisoner dreaming of seeing the ocean, No Straight Road Takes You There deftly bridges the political and the literary, offering unique insights, nuanced understanding, and inspiration for the challenging work ahead. In her latest essay collection, the award-winning author explores climate change, feminism, democracy, hope, and power and its abuse. Throughout she asks us to heed the stories we tell or have been told, and the ways those stories can be, or should be changed. Solnit offers a reappraisal of the value of indirect consequences, an embrace of unpredictability, slowness, and imperfection in the politics of how to change the world. “I've tried to find other ways of seeing and to prize the migratory routes ideas take,” Solnit writes in the introduction, “the way that hope is most often grounded in memory, because you can't see the future but you can understand the patterns and possibilities if you know the past.” REBECCA SOLNIT is the author of more than twenty books, including Orwell’s Roses; Hope in the Dark; Men Explain Things to Me; A Paradise Built in Hell: The Extraordinary Communities that Arise in Disaster ; and A Field Guide to Getting Lost. A longtime climate and human rights activist, she serves on the boards of Oil Change International and Third Act. THIS EVENT will start promptly at 7:00 PM so please be on time. DOORS will open at 6:15 PM COPIES OF Rebecca's books will be available for puchase at the event. Information Source: Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore | eventbrite

Kate Folk, Preeti Vangani, and Laleh Khadivi The Marsh Berkeley - Cabaret How can revision be part of a creative process? What do you do when your revision births a whole new turn of events in your poem or novel or essay? Join Kate Folk , Preeti Vangani and Laleh Khadivi , all USF MFA faculty, in thinking our way through the best ways to stay open and focused while writing a new draft. In association with University of San Francisco MFA in Writing Information Source: Bay Area Book Festival | eventbrite