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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing for the Dogs

The Experience:

It’s a ‘save the dogs’ weekend!

First off, on Saturday, April 12, from 12-6pm, enjoy Alameda Punks Parade Vol 7. It’s a Craft Faire and Rocket Dog Rescue Fundraiser:

  • 60 Unique Vendors
  • Draft beer
  • Food trucks &
  • On-site pet adoptions

Live Music from:

  • Hot Laundry
  • Normal Weirds
  • Hyperdrive Kittens
  • A Million Miles Away
  • Screaming Creatures
  • Acoustricurt

Food Trucks:

  • Aburaya
  • Gabba Gabba Pizza
  • Lion Dance Cafe
  • All Ages. $5

And then on Sunday, April 13, there’s a Singles Mingle from 3-7pm with Oakland Animal Services PUP-UP from 3-5pm!

Join them for great music, delicious food, and a wide selection of tasty beers!

Their party will be centered amongst the green table-tops but you will have access to the entire outdoor area. Feel free to bring friends and simply show up – no tickets or RSVP needed. Singles Mingle is on a mission to get singles off of dating apps and out meeting one another in person. They promise a fun and relaxed environment, making it easier for you to connect with other like-minded singles. And guess what? Face-to Face conversations work! Don’t forget to get your wristband upon entry!

Meet some of the dogs up for adoption at OAS. As of  Thursday, April 10, they have 73 big dogs in the shelter which puts them at capacity. If you can’t adopt right now, ask the crew how you can volunteer for the shelter. The dogs will love you!

Check out Dogs of Faction Brewing on Instagram!

Faction Brewing’s Hours: Wed/Thu 2-8pm; Fri/Sat 12-8pm; Sun 12-6pm. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase. They  have a large outdoor patio and indoor seating is also available. Call to confirm hours (510) 523-2739.

Featured here is Fairy at OAS. Fairy will be an incredibly loyal companion and a great addition to a loving family. Meet her and see the magic of Fairy for yourself! Follow her @adoptfairy_ on Instagram, and click here to learn how to adopt.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Emeryville Gayme NIght

The Experience:

Bay Break Gayme Night!

It’s tonight on the Bay Break Dining Terrace. Bring your friends to Bay Break Terrace’s Second Thursdays’ Gayme Night, hosted by Fishnets & Film – straight-up fun, with a queer twist!

A fun outdoor setting and the Terrace is full of great restaurants: Flores Cocina + Bar, Shake Shack, Arthur Mac’s, Pippal Regional Indian, Humphry Slocombe, Uchiwa Ramen and Saucy Asian. FIre pits and cozy lounge areas. Get your gayme on!

Grab a bite and a pint and attend to your game of choice.  The fun starts at 6pm

Note:

Bay Break Dining Terrace is located at 5614 Bay Street on the upper level of Bay Street Emeryville, near AMC Bay Street 16.  Parking is located in three garages within the property as well as on street parking along Bay Street. All facilities are well lit and access points are clearly marked. CLICK HERE for more information on our paid parking program.

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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The Experience, Richmond: Richmond Art Center Metals Studio

The Experience:

Get Fired up!

Spring has sprung and Richmond Art Center is excited to offer new metal arts demos, studio orientations and workshops showcasing their Jewelry and Metals Studio. Whether you’re a practicing metal artist or a beginner, you’ll find new ways to learn and experiment with jewelry and metalsmithing tools at RAC.

Are you a metals artist looking for studio space? Attend our Jewelry & Metals Studio Orientations to learn about studio safety and use. This prerequisite workshop will then qualify you to register for Open Studio sessions. (Beginner students are welcome at these sessions also!)

New to metal art and jewelry making? Sign up for a range of beginner-friendly workshops to start your metal arts journey.

And stay tuned, Open Studios in the Metals Studio will return this summer! Questions? Email education@richmondartcenter.org

Jewelry & Metals Studio Orientation: Studio Safety and Use Thursday, April 24, 12-2pm

This class covers the basics of operating jeweler’s benches, saws, flex shafts, drills, polishing lathes, shears, rolling mills, hammers, anvils, mandrels, torches, and pickle.The orientation session lasts two hours, followed by an optional two-hour guided lab (2pm-4pm) for further exploration and practice with the tools and techniques covered. Register.

Richmond Art Center gallery hours: Wed-Sat 10am-4pm.

Where:

2540 Barrett Ave.
Richmond

http://richmondartcenter.org

The Experience, Emeryville: Fish Emeryville

The Experience:

Anglers! Take a break & go fishing!

Have a fun and lucrative trip while you play hooky down at the Emeryville Marina.

Today’s  Catch. Apr. 3.

Lady K• 1/2 Day am • 8 Anglers • 6 Striped Bass.
Oakland Anglers II • Full Day • 7 Anglers • 10 Striped Bass.

Tomorrow
Fish Emeryville  has room on tomorrow’s Halibut/Striped Bass trips! Both Trips are a Go!
Sea Wolf is running a Full-Day 6am-4pm
Lady K will be running 1/2-Day 7am-1pm

Saturday & Sunday.

There’s room on Here We Go for full day Halibut/Striped Bass. They have room on the Scallywag for full day Halibut/Striped Bass. Oakland Anglers II has room for half day Halibut/Striped Bass and Lady K has room for half day Halibut/Striped Bass.

Dockside Processing will be open this weekend to Captain’s cut, skin, trim and vacuum seal your fish! Make reservations today by calling us at 510-652-3403 or visit us at www.fishemeryville.com

For 24/7 reservations, their schedule and fish report visit them at www.fishemeryville.com or give them a call at 510.652.3403 ext. 0.

About Fish Emeryville

Fish Emeryville specializes in providing fishing adventures in San Francisco Bay and out the Golden Gate. They have a fleet of sixteen fishing charters, all fully equipped for an enjoyable and successful outing. All boats and Captains meet U.S. Coast Guard standards and are certified for your safety. They focus on making sure you have a fabulous day pursuing the wide range of gamefish that inhabit our waters and exploring the unique beauty of our area.

Each boat provides fish cleaning services on board and shore-side commercial ice is available upon your return.

Emeryville Marina is conveniently located in the heart of San Francisco Bay with easy access from the freeway and a large parking lot with free parking.

Photo /Fish Emeryville; Photo Anglers: Tim Lee

Where:

3310 Powell  St

Emeryville

https://www.fishemeryville.com/

The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern Cocktails

The Experience:

Cocktails at the illuminated bar!

Unwind with  their Purple Rain Drop. This delightful Empress 1908 Gin Lemon Drop is a vibrant burst of flavor as you relax at their beautiful illuminated bar. And maybe have an appetizer or a dessert. Fans rave about their chocolate decadent cake topped with berries.

Dive into their menu, which is influenced by Greek and Italian traditions, offering lots of appetizers including pancetta wrapped prawns and Spanakopita,  soups and salads, lots of entrees including your favorite cuts, seafood and pasta, All made with fresh local ingredients.

You can always stop by the lounge, with the welcoming vibe of a neighborhood bar, for some small bites & your fav from the wine or cocktail list. They offer a selection of Greek, Italian and California wines, as well as craft cocktails, local and imported beers and sodas made right here in Alameda.

Hours: Daily 4-9pm. Bar opens at 4pm. Dinner at 5pm. They look forward to seeing you! (510) 671-2867

Where:

1901 Park St.

https://theparkstreettavern.com

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