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Josiah - The Show | Alumnae Theatre Company
Feb 2, 2025 (UTC-5)ENDED
Berkeley
JOSIAH is theatrical magic: Cassel Miles is on a bare stage with only a cap, a handkerchief, and a bucket. Using excerpts from Josiah Henson's autobiography and vernacular from the time, he takes you on a remarkable journey from enslavement to freedom. Miles creates dozens of characters and conjures setting from thin air. It is true storytelling at its essence engaging audiences with a mix of drama, dance and movement. Join us on this Underground Railroad journey to freedom as you experience the captivating story of the 'Real Uncle Tom'.
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ISABELLA LA ROCCA at Books Inc. Berkeley | Books Inc.
Feb 5, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Books Inc. Berkeley welcomes artist, writer, and activist Isabella La Rocca González for an eye opening reading and discussion of her photographic book Censored Landscapes: The Hidden Reality of Farming Animals. Censored Landscapes is a compelling long-term photographic project that unveils the hidden reality of animal agriculture. Photographs, essays, poetry, and research together tell a factual story about the most abusive industry of the 21st century.
Isabella La Rocca González’s lens captures the haunting beauty of landscapes that portray the animal agricultural industry. A number displayed with each image represents the lives imprisoned within the facility, drawing attention to the magnitude of suffering behind the banal exteriors. Portraits of nonhuman animals who have been confined in such facilities are emblematic of the vast number of animals whose individuality, sentience, and beauty are obliterated by the industry.
Censored Landscapes maintains a lyrical quality through evocative photographs, poetry, and personal narrative. The project also provides a robust basis in verifiable facts and scientific research. Readers are encouraged to confront the intricate web of connections between animal agriculture, animal suffering, environmental devastation, worker exploitation, human health, economic political structures, and social justice. This book is a call to action, a revelation of the invisible, and an opportunity to see, feel, and make a difference. Isabella La Rocca González is an artist, writer, and activist based in the United States. As the daughter of immigrants, she strives to reconcile values from her indigenous Mexican roots with her European heritage. Awards for her work include the Ferguson Grant from the Friends of Photography. Her photographs have been exhibited internationally, including a solo show at the Center for Photography in Woodstock. Her creative nonfiction works have been published in various outlets. Her screenplay, Fugue 9, was chosen as a finalist for the 2008 Sundance Screenwriters Lab. She received her BA in fine arts from the University of Pennsylvania, and her MFA in photography from Indiana University.
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David Tatel's VISION: A MEMOIR OF BLINDNESS AND JUSTICE In Store Event | Mrs Dalloway's
Feb 18, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Tuesday, February 18th when Judge David Tatel comes to the store to present his book Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice. Click Here to order a copy of Vision.
The moving, thoughtful, and inspiring memoir (Bryan Stevenson, author ofJust Mercy) by one of America’s most accomplished public servants and legal thinkers—who spent years denying and working around his blindness, before finally embracing it as an essential part of his identity. David Tatel has served nearly 30 years on America’s second highest court, the United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, where many of our most crucial cases are resolved—or teed up for the Supreme Court. He has championed equal justice for his entire adult life; decided landmark environmental and voting cases; and embodied the ideal of what a great judge should be. Yet he has been blind for the past 50 of his 80-plus years. Initially, he depended upon aides to read texts to him, and more recently, a suite of hi-tech solutions has allowed him to listen to reams of documents at high speeds. At first, he tried to hide his deteriorating vision, and for years, he denied that it had any impact on his career. Only recently, partly thanks to his first-ever guide dog, Vixen, has he come to fully accept his blindness and the role it's played in his personal and professional lives. His story of fighting for justice over many decades, with and without eyesight, is an inspiration to us all. JUDGE DAVID TATEL served on the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit from 1994 to 2023. Prior to that, his three-decade career as a civil rights lawyer included private and government positions, and focused heavily on equal educational opportunity and access to justice. He served as Director of the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law and then Director of the National Committee. He was the Director of the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare during the Carter Administration. When he returned to private practice in 1979, Judge Tatel joined Hogan & Hartson, where he founded and headed the firm’s education practice until his appointment to the D.C. Circuit. Judge Tatel also co-chaired the National Academy of Sciences’ Committee on Science, Technology and Law. Judge Tatel and his wife, Edie, have four children and eight grandchildren. They live in Virginia and Washington, D.C. THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 5:30 pm on February 18th, 2025. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:45 and 7:00 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
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Kindred Creation: A Conversation w/Aida Davis | Erksine A. Peters Reading Room
Feb 27, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Kindred Creation: A Conversation w/Aida Davis Join us for an intimate book talk with Aida Mariam Davis, UC Berkeley African American Studies and Political Science alum and author of Kindred Creation. Her work serves as a philosophical guidebook for reclaiming African lifeways and creating worlds worthy of Black futures. Through parable, poetry, theory, and narrative, Davis explores how settler colonialism impacts African relationships to land, language, and labor while offering pathways toward liberation and intergenerational joy.
The event will feature a reflection by the author, followed by facilitated discussion centered on themes of Black freedom, ancestral reconnection, and world-building on Black terms. She will also be sharing a bit about the writing and publishing process with audience members. Books will be available through Marcus Books, a historic Black-owned bookstore in Oakland.
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Josiah - The Show | Alumnae Theatre Company
Feb 1, 2025 (UTC-5)ENDED
Berkeley
JOSIAH is theatrical magic: Cassel Miles is on a bare stage with only a cap, a handkerchief, and a bucket. Using excerpts from Josiah Henson's autobiography and vernacular from the time, he takes you on a remarkable journey from enslavement to freedom. Miles creates dozens of characters and conjures setting from thin air. It is true storytelling at its essence engaging audiences with a mix of drama, dance and movement. Join us on this Underground Railroad journey to freedom as you experience the captivating story of the 'Real Uncle Tom'.
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Sunday Brunch & Paint Party at Club Cali (Berkeley) | 2367 Telegraph Ave
Feb 2, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
🎨🥂 Sunday Brunch - Paint Party at Club Cali 🍳✨Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of brunch and painting at Club Cali! Located at 2367 Telegraph Ave, this event is perfect for unleashing your inner artist while enjoying delicious food. Grab your friends and come create some masterpieces together. No experience necessary, just bring your creativity and we'll provide the rest. Let's make some memories and have a blast at The Sunday Brunch & Paint! Live ArtistsMusicFood Full BarAll Materials IncludedMeet the Artist! Tony has over 20 years of art experience and is a Cal Alumni holding a Masters in Arts! We are excited to meet you! Grab your tickets now! 1 Food or Drink Item Minimum***
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Briana Loewinsohn's RAISED BY GHOSTS In Store Launch And Book Signing | Mrs Dalloway's
Feb 4, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Tuesday, Februrary 4th at 7:00 PM when Oakland author/illustrator Briana Loewinsohn comes to the store to launch her latest graphic novel for young adults Raised By Ghosts. Briana will be joined in conversation by Judd Winick and will sign copies of her book after the presentation. Click Here to preorder a copy of Raised By Ghosts.
This brilliant YA graphic novel is a love letter to family and all of the messy complexities they come with, from the acclaimed author ofEphemera: A Memoir. Set in the author’s own teenage years, Raised By Ghosts begins in 1991 with semi autobiographical Briana in middle school. Classes are a bummer, but lunches are worse; either spent alone, or being teased. Traditionally a good student, Briana is not doing well in her academics, but keeps it a secret. Her parents (divorced) are a mess, and largely absent. She spends a lot of time by herself. By high school, she makes friends, and those connections are her only source of happiness as they help each other navigate adolescence. But life at home with each parent remains fraught. When her relationships at school begin to falter, she has no one to turn to, forcing Briana to grapple with her sense of self-worth, her longing for belonging, and her desire for authenticity in her relationships. Raised By Ghosts is a powerful, affecting graphic novel for young adult readers. The story is told by shifting between Briana’s first-person class notes and diary entries. In her understated yet masterful approach to comics storytelling, Loewinsohn eschews dramatic confrontations and overt sentimentality, preferring instead to underscore the idea that sometimes acceptance and love can be communicated through quiet, everyday moments and close family bonds. BRIANA LOEWINSOHN is an American cartoonist. She is the author of the acclaimed graphic memoir Ephemera, published by Fantagraphics in 2023. It was listed as one of the American Library Association's top graphic novels of 2023 and was awarded the 2023 Foreword Indies Editors Prize for non-fiction. Loewinsohn lives in Oakland, CA with her husband and two kids. If she doesn't text you back, she is probably gardening. JUDD WINICKis the creator of the beloved New York Times bestselling Hilo series. He lives in San Francisco with his wife and their two kids. Judd has written bestselling comic book series, has appeared as a cast member on MTV's The Real World: San Francisco, and is the author of the acclaimed graphic novel Pedro and Me, about his Real World friend AIDS activist Pedro Zamora. Judd is currently working on the next Hilo graphic novel! THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 5:30 pm on February 4th, 2025. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:45 and 7:00 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
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Josiah - The Show | Alumnae Theatre Company
Feb 5, 2025 (UTC-5)ENDED
Berkeley
JOSIAH is theatrical magic: Cassel Miles is on a bare stage with only a cap, a handkerchief, and a bucket. Using excerpts from Josiah Henson's autobiography and vernacular from the time, he takes you on a remarkable journey from enslavement to freedom. Miles creates dozens of characters and conjures setting from thin air. It is true storytelling at its essence engaging audiences with a mix of drama, dance and movement. Join us on this Underground Railroad journey to freedom as you experience the captivating story of the 'Real Uncle Tom'.
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Black Girl Little Secrets | Alumnae Theatre Company
Feb 6, 2025 (UTC-5)ENDED
Berkeley
Created and performed by Arfina Lamy, The Black Girl Little Secrets is a bold and comedic solo show that delves into the personal journey of a Black woman through several distinct personas. From heartfelt confessions to laugh-out-loud moments, the show uncovers raw and vulnerable truths about love, faith, identity, and self-discovery. Through these characters, Arfina weaves a tapestry of shared experiences that resonate universally, offering a fresh and nuanced perspective on what it means to be human.
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8TH ANNUAL BERKELEY JR JACKETS AWARDS BANQUET | South Berkeley Senior Center
Feb 8, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
The 8th Annual Berkeley Jr Jackets Awards Banquet is set to take place at the South Berkeley Senior Center on February 8, 2025. This prestigious event will honor outstanding young athletes from the Berkeley community. The banquet will be a celebration of hard work, dedication, and achievement. Attendees can look forward to an evening of recognition, inspiration, and camaraderie. Admission to the banquet is free, providing an excellent opportunity for families and friends to come together and support the talented individuals being recognized. Join us at 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703, for an unforgettable evening celebrating the achievements of the Berkeley Jr Jackets.
Kevin Fagan's THE LOST AND THE FOUND In Store Presentation And Signing | Mrs Dalloway's
Feb 19, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Wednesday, February 19th at 7:00 PM when San Francisco Chronicle award winning journalist Kevin Fagan comes to the store to present his new book The Lost and the Found: A True Story of Homelessness, Found Family, and Second Chances . Kevin will be joined in discussion by author Cynthia Gorney and will sign copies of his book after the presentation. Click Here to preorder a copy of The Lost and The Found .In the tradition of Stephanie Land and Matthew Desmond, a powerful and deeply reported narrative of homelessness, despair, and hope. Kevin Fagan’s The Lost and the Found, set in San Francisco—one of the wealthiest cities in America—takes an empathic, character-driven approach to exploring the human side of what’s behind the homelessness epidemic. An award-winning journalist and Pulitzer Prize nominee who has covered homelessness for decades and spent extensive time on the streets for his reporting, Fagan experienced it himself as a young man and brings a deep understanding to the crisis. He introduces us to Rita and Tyson, telling the deeply moving story of two unhoused people rescued by their families with the help of Fagan’s reporting, and their struggle to pull themselves out of homelessness and addiction, ending with both enormous tragedy and triumph. But The Lost and the Found is not just a story of individuals experiencing homelessness, it is also a compelling look at the link between homelessness and addiction, and an incisive commentary on housing and equality. Fagan shines a sharp light on this national calamity, and in sharing Rita and Tyson’s stories, The Lost and the Found has the potential to change the way we see and help the homeless. KEVIN FAGAN is a longtime, award-winning reporter at the San Francisco Chronicle and a Pulitzer Prize nominee. During his career, he has covered homelessness, the 9/11 terror attacks, serial killers, California’s wildfires, and much more. Follow him on X @KevinChron. CYNTHIA GORNEY is the former Washington Post national and foreign reporter, prof emerita at Berkeley's Graduate School of Journalism, contributing writer for National Geographic, and previously wrote for The New Yorker & many other magazines. She is author of Articles of Faith: A Frontline History of the Abortion Wars. THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 5:30 pm on Februrary 19th, 2025. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:45 and 7:00 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
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Improv for Creative Freedom with Daniel Labov Dunne | The Berkeley Alembic
Feb 19, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
At Improv for Creative Freedom you are invited to: Unleash your childlike expressive nature in a welcoming, attuned containerGet into the flow state via improv, dance, and authentic relating gamesTake yourself less seriously by trying on new ways of being youEngage in exercises designed to bring this energy into your lifeDeep inside you lies an endless well of creative potential: the wild and magical energy of your inner child. Many of us have shut down aspects of our innocent playful expressive nature; societal expectations and ancestral traumas have artificially molded us to conform and fit-in, resulting in various degrees of shut-down and contrived normalcy. This workshop is a call to re-open to the wild joyous free play of who we really are. Movement and dance practice will invite soulful states to express through our bodies. Authentic relating exercises will help us connect from the heart, building comfort and rapport as a group. Playful improv games will help us open to the flow and become freer and more confident in our expression. Participate at whatever level is authentic to you- this is not an improv performance class. In a low-pressure environment, everyone is encouraged to find their growth edge into a more playful, expressive, loving way of being. No one is required to do anything.
Daniel Labov Dunne has studied Living Essence, a psychospiritual system of joyous growth, with mentor Scott Hamilton for the past 13 years. He has studied with improvisational teachers Keith Johnstone (author of Impro,) Ann Randolph, William Hall, Paul Killam, Laura Derry, Lisa Klein, Ben Johnson and Carla Zilbersmith. Daniel holds an AA in Theatre Arts from College of Marin, is a 2-time recipient of the Robin Williams Scholarship for Acting, and is a certified Relationship & Intimacy Coach by the Intimacy Forum in Berkeley. He has held transformational growth workshops in California, Maui, Kauai, Guatemala and Peru.
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1-Hour Bike Camping in the East Bay Workshop | Wurster Hall: Room 106
Feb 20, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Have you dreamed about doing a camping trip by bike? Then this is the class for you! The Bay Area offers a wide variety of beautiful outdoor recreation and we want to share some tips for you to enjoy it responsibly. This class will cover basic skills needed to plan a fun, comfortable, and safe bike camping trip, whether it is an overnight stay at one of our many great local parks or a week plus long expedition. Learn what to pack, where to go, and what to do when you’re there! -- This class is made possible by funding from the Alameda County Transportation.Commission.
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Natasha Hakimi Zapata's ANOTHER WORLD IS POSSIBLE In Store Event & Signing | Mrs Dalloway's
Feb 20, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Thursday, February 20th at 7:00 PM when award winning journalist Natasha Hakimi Zapata comes to the store to present her new book Another World Is Possible: Lessons for America from Around the Globe. Natasha will be joined in conversation by Aaron Glantz and will sign copies of her book after the presentation. Click Here to preorder a copy of Another World Is Possible A new generation of Americans has declared that another world is possible. And yet, the stubborn problems of inequality, climate change, and declining health seem as intractable as ever. Where might different answers lie? Intrepid journalist Natasha Hakimi Zapata has traveled around the world, from Costa Rica to Uganda, and Estonia to Singapore, uncovering how different countries solve the problems that plague the United States. Through in-depth reporting, including interviews with senior government officials, activists, industry professionals, and the ordinary people affected by their policies, Another World Is Possible examines innovative programs that address public health, social services, climate change, housing, education, addiction, and more. In each instance Hakimi Zapata provides a clear-eyed assessment of the history, challenges, cost-effectiveness, and real-world impact of these programs. The result is a compelling, frame-shifting account of how we might live differently and create a safer, healthier, more sustainable future. A work of keen analysis as well as enormous heart and optimism, Another World Is Possible is destined to crack the mold of current debates, and to refresh our sense of what might be possible tomorrow. NATASHA HAKIMI ZAPATA is an award-winning journalist, university lecturer, and literary translator. Her work has appeared in The Nation, Los Angeles Review of Books, In These Times, Truthdig, Los Angeles Magazine, and elsewhere. Another World Is Possible: Lessons for America from Around the Globe (The New Press), is her first book. Natasha is the former foreign editor of Truthdig and she lives in London. AARON GLANTZ, a two-time Peabody Award-winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist, is a fellow at Stanford University's Center for the Advanced Study of the Behavioral Sciences. His work has sparked more than a dozen Congressional hearings, numerous laws, and criminal probes by the DEA, FBI, Pentagon and Federal Trade Commission and appeared in nearly every major media outlet, including the New York Times, Chicago Tribune, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America and the PBS NewsHour. His books include Homewreckers, The War Come Home, Winter Solider Iraq and Afghanistan and How America Lost Iraq. He lives in San Francisco. ABOUT THE NEW PRESS: Founded in 1992, The New Press is a not-for-profit book publisher with a public-interest mission. New Press books explore the issues that affect us all; its authors provide ideas and inspiration for the activists, teachers, policymakers, and everyday citizens who are working to defend and promote democracy. The New Press does its work with the help of its many supporters; please visit them at thenewpress.com or follow them on social media to find out more. THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 5:30 pm on February 20th, 2025. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:45 and 7:00 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
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Dean Stuart's CASSI AND THE HOUSE OF MEMORIES In Store Launch And Signing | Mrs Dalloway's
Feb 22, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Saturday, February 22, when Oakland author/illustrator Dean Stuart visits the store to present his debut graphic novel for kids Cassi and the House of Memories. Dean will be joined in conversaton with Minnie Phan. Click Here to preorder a copy of Cassi and the House of Memories Cassi and the House of Memories is a timely, poetic, and age-appropriate graphic novel about how dementia impacts families through the eyes of a loving grandchild. Perfect for fans ofPashminaandAnya's Ghost. Cassi and the House of Memories follows a little girl on her journey to save her beloved grandfather as his memories start slipping away. With breathtaking art and a touch of fantastic magical realism, the book provides context and comfort for young readers experiencing the impact of mental illness on their loved ones Cassi loves spending time with her grandfather. His games, songs, and stories have always brought her endless joy. This visit with him, though, is different: Grandpa seems to be losing track of things, including everything from the stories they’re sharing to who Cassi herself is. So when he goes missing after wandering off from his own backyard, Cassi knows she has to figure out where he’s gone. What she discovers is a world filled with memories, none of them her own. As she leaps from one memory to the next, she knows she’s getting closer and closer to finding her grandfather—but only if she can make sure he doesn’t slip away forever. DEAN STUART is an author, illustrator, and a gallery artist. Over the course of his career, he's created art for galleries, magazines, and graphic novels. He lives in Oakland. Cassi and the House of Memories is his debut graphic novel. You can visit Dean online at DeanDraws.com. MINNIE PHAN is an award winning illustrator and writer based in Oakland. Her past clients include the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Chronicle Books, and the San Francisco Public Library. With a focus on picture books and graphic novels, Phan has been recognized by the The New York Times, Society of Illustrators, and Eisner Awards. She is the illustrator of Simone written by Pulitzer Prize winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen, and The Yellow Áo Dài, written by Hanh Bui. You can visit Minnie online at www.minniephan.com. THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 4:30 pm on February 22. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 4:45 and 5:00 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
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The Waiting Period with Brian Copeland | The Marsh Arts Center
Feb 22, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at The Marsh Arts Center in Berkeley, CA for a night out with Brian Copeland. Brian is an award-winning actor, comedian, author, playwright, television and radio talk show host based in the San Francisco Bay Area. “THE WAITING PERIOD” This show is an unrelenting look at a ten-day period in Copeland’s life—the mandatory ten-day waiting period before he could lay his hands on the newly purchased gun with which he planned to take his own life.
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Rachel Richardson and Lauren Markham In Store Reading And Book Signing | Mrs Dalloway's
Feb 27, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Thursday, February 27th at 7:00 PM when award winning Berkeley poet Rachel Richardson and author Lauren Markham come to the store to share Rachel's latest collection Smother: Poems and Lauren's new book Immemorial. Both will sign copies of their books after the presentation. Click Here to preorder a copy of Smother Click Here to preorder a copy of Immemorial About Smother- How should we raise our children in, and for, a world that is burning? Rachel Richardson’s third collection, Smother, interrogates this impossible question. But these are not poems of giving up. The poems in Smother gather accomplices, remember the dead, keep watch at the firebreaks, and plant new trees on the burn scars. These poems sing their song of resistance made from the music that is available to us now. About Immemorial - In a dazzling synthesis of reporting, memoir, and essay, Markham reflects on the design and function of memorials, from the traditional to the speculative—the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC, a converted prison in Ljubljana, a “ghost forest” of dead cedar trees in a Manhattan park—in an attempt to reckon with the grief of climate catastrophe. Can memorials look toward the future as they do to the past? How can we create “a psychic space for feeling” while spurring action and agitating for change? RACHEL RICHARDSON is the author of Smother (Norton, 2025) and two other poetry collections, Copperhead and Hundred-Year Wave. She is the co-founder of Left Margin LIT as well as a former Stegner and NEA Fellow. Her poems have appeared in The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Yale Review, APR, and elsewhere. In 2024 she was named an inaugural Artists-in-Fire Resident through the Confluence Lab, and has completed FFT2 wildland firefighter training. She teaches as Distinguished Visiting Writer in the MFA program at St. Mary's College, and lives in Berkeley. LAUREN MARKHAM is the award-winning author of Immemorial, A Map of Future Ruins: On Borders and Belonging, and The Far Away Brothers: Two Young Migrants and the Making of an American Life. Her essays and reportage regularly appears in outlets such as the Atlantic, Harper's, The New York Review of Books, The New York Times Magazine and VQR, where she is a contributing editor. She teaches writing and has spent over fifteen years working at the intersection of education and immigration. She is currently at work on a novel. THIS EVENT is free but registration is requested. Registration ends at 5:30 pm on February 27th, 2025. BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend. DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged. WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows. WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:45 and 7:00 PM for the event. PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home. OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.
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The Crucible by PAINKLLR - Berkley | 400 Eshleman Rd
Feb 28, 2025 (UTC-8)ENDED
Berkeley
This event is for students only!! Must show valid school ID upon check in. The Crucbile course is in partnership with U.S. Air Force Special Warfare and the attributes of Special Warfare Operators, this challenge pushes you to tap into teamwork, integrity, leadership, and grit. Over the course of approximately 75 minutes, you and a partner will work through four demanding tasks that challenge not just your body, but your ability to rely on each other, make decisions under pressure, and stay strong when it counts. This course isn’t just for the strongest or the fastest—it’s for those who believe that growth comes through challenge. The Crucible Course was created for individuals who are driven by the desire to become better, both mentally and physically, by confronting adversity. It’s built for the everyday athlete, the person who wants to push their limits, not just for a sense of accomplishment, but to discover what they’re truly capable of when tested. Please bring water!
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