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Map and Compass Navigation Basics
Sports & Outdoors-Participatory Thu., May 23, 6-8 p.m.510-527-4140
In this in-store class you'll learn the parts of a compass, how to read a topographic map, and how to use them in tandem.
$30 members, $50 non-members
REI Berkeley
1338 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley (map)
Full Moon Hike
Sports & Outdoors-Participatory Fri., May 24510-336-7373
Hike through the redwoods in the beauty of the full moon on either of two hikes, either a 5-mile hike from 6-9pm or a 3-mile hike from 7-9pm. After the hike, stay and view the night sky through their telescopes.
$10
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (map)
Art on Center
Art Galleries, Kids Fri., May 24, 12-10 p.m.510-464-7133
With art-making, food trucks, the renowned Thing-a-ma-jigs ensemble, a student film festival in the Berkeley City College auditorium, as well as shorts and a feature curated by PFA. Bring your own seating. On Center Street in downtown Berkeley.
free
Downtown Berkeley BART
2160 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley (map)
Radio Disney Life Jacket Trade-In
Sports & Outdoors-Participatory Fri., May 24, 4-6 p.m.510-521-1515
The life jacket trade-in gives recreational boaters the opportunity for life jackets to be inspected by professionals.
free
Alameda South Shore Center
523 South Shore Center West, Alameda (map)
9th Street Film Festival & Dinner
Fairs, Festivals, & Fiestas, Culinary & Wine, Film, Social Events Fri., May 24, 5:30-10 p.m.
Meet at 5:30pm at Juan’s Place (941 Carleton St., Berkeley) for dinner before the festival. At 7pm, cross the street to 2604 9th St. for an evening of independent film and a fundraiser benefiting Castlemont International High School's annual service trip.
free
Dear Elizabeth Teen Night
Kids, Theater & Performing Arts Fri., May 24, 6:30 p.m.510-647-2972
The evening includes dinner, an interview with a member of the creative team, and a ticket to the show.
$10
Berkeley Rep School of Theatre
2071 Addison St., Berkeley (map)
Future Prom 3000
Social Events Fri., May 24, 7-11 p.m.510-336-7373
An intergalactic-themed prom for adults only.
$17, 21+ only
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (map)
Moonlight Kayaking
Sports & Outdoors-Participatory Fri., May 24, 7:30 p.m.510-893-7833
Paddle by moonlight through the Oakland estuary.
California Canoe and Kayak
409 Water St., Oakland (map)
Trumer Bike-in Movie Night
Culinary & Wine, Sales, Swaps, Promotions, & Fundraisers, Film Fri., May 24, 8 p.m.510-526-1160
A showing of the feature film, Premium Rush, a brewery tour, and plenty of Trumer Pils and food truck fare. Benefitting the East Bay Bicycle Coalition.
$5 or free, with purchase of East Bay Bike Coalition membership
Trumer Brauerei
1404 Fourth St., Berkeley (map)
Brooks Island Kayak Adventure
Sports & Outdoors-Participatory Sat., May 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Paddle along Brooks Island’s preserved shoreline, then come ashore for a naturalist guided, two-mile hike around the island normally closed to visitors. Register at EBParks.org
$85
Rod & Custom Car Show
Attractions Sat., May 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Jack London Square will showcase more than 60 vintage vehicles from the 1920s to 1960s at the Rod & Custom Car Show during Memorial Day Weekend.
free
Jack London Square
98 Broadway, Oakland (map)
San Francisco Carnaval Festival
Fairs, Festivals, & Fiestas Sat., May 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
This year’s theme is Carnaval Harlem Shake, showcasing the best Latin American and Caribbean cultural arts. With eight city blocks filled with music, dance, and exotic food, as well as the Grand Parade.
free
Harrison St.
between 16th and 24th sts., San Francisco (map)
Health and Happiness Seminar
Health, Wellness, & Sexuality Sat., May 25, 1-4 p.m.510-865-5060
Local health care professionals teach ways to create health, balance, and happiness through an array of tools and techniques.
$20 advance, $25 at the door
Rhythmix Cultural Works
2513 Blanding Ave., Alameda (map)
Sunset & Bay Lights Cruise
Attractions Sat., May 25, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
A trip on the Bay Voyager for spectacular views of the Port of Oakland, San Francisco skyline, and The Bay of Lights. Meet at the Bay Voyager on 423 Water St. Call 510-542-4200 or visit BayVoyager.com for more details.
$35-$39
San Ramon Art & Wind Festival
Fairs, Festivals, & Fiestas, Kids Sun., May 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.925-973-2500
With more than 200 arts and crafts booths, entertainment across three stages, kite-flying demos, free kite making workshops, kids activities, a non-profit info alley, and more.
free
San Ramon Central Park
12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon (map)
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