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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Art-Fest
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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Art-Fest

The Experience:

Embrace the Stunning New Waterfront Park!

Waterfront Park Launch Fest celebrates the opening of the long -awaited new park located along Seaplane Lagoon at 2151 Ferry Point, Alameda Point.

Saturday, April 9, 1:30 -5 pm

Free. RSVP recommended.

Join Rhythmix Cultural Arts, West End Arts District (WEAD), the City of Alameda, and presenting sponsor Alameda Point Partners and celebrate the opening of the new Waterfront Park with an art-fest featuring some of the Bay Area’s most talented musicians and dance artists.

Bringing together the second installation of WEAD’s Animate Dance Festival and the 5th in the Island City Waterways Art Walks series organized by Rhythmix Cultural Works, the Waterfront Park Launch Fest will be an explosive celebration of Alameda’s newest public park.

Parking is limited. Guests can bike or use public transportation, including the ferry to Main St or free Trolley service to nearby Almanac Brewery.

Artists + Dance Troupes:

Axis Dance Company – Led by Artistic Director Nadia Adame, AXIS Dance Company is one of the nation’s most acclaimed ensembles of disabled and non-disabled performers.
Crosspulse Percussion Ensemble – Part international drill team, part polycultural rhythm section, the Crosspulse Percussion Ensemble brings together synchronized movement, world drumming, lush vocals and innovative body music.
13th Floor Theater – Featuring an ensemble of highly skilled performers adept at acting, dance, and acrobatics, 13th Floor Theater represent the next generation of high-end traveling interactive theater.
Maze Daiko – Maze Daiko blends global inspiration with a wide range of percussion to create contemporary interpretations for taiko.
Aeolian Installation curated by Thingamajigs – Thingamajigs is a genre-crossing arts organization that promotes, presents and performs music created with made and found materials or alternate tuning systems.
Animate Alameda – Animate brings together the artistic talents of a number of groups of young performers and composers to create a unique performance for Animate Dance Festival.
College of Alameda Dance – Dance at College of Alameda is a pursuit of professional training in modern dance and choreography for students of all ages.

Photo/David DeSilva

Where:

2513 Blanding Ave (Waterfront Park Launch Fest: along Seaplane Lagoon 2151 Ferry Point, at Alameda Point)
Alameda

http://www.rhythmix.org

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By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-04-06T12:36:08-07:00April 6th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, CHELLE! & Friends, play, Rhythmix Cultural Works, Waterfront Park Launch Fest|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: The Hangar 1 Distillery Tours + Tastings
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The Experience, Alameda: The Hangar 1 Distillery Tours + Tastings

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The Experience, Alameda: The Hangar 1 Distillery Tours + Tastings

The Experience:

Pretty in Pink!

Wind down this weekend with the perfect Pink Greyhound cocktail. Here’s how to concoct this beautiful drink:

1 oz Hangar 1 Rosé Vodka
1 oz fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
Dash of simple syrup made with honey
A splash of club soda
Shake well, garnish with Pink Himalayan Sea Salt and a rosemary sprig
Enjoy in a lowball glass

You may want to visit the distillery and stay for the views. Book a Vodka Distillery Tour:at Hangar 1 – an in-depth experience where they educate you on their ingredients and botanical selection, the distilling and the bottling process, while walking through their state-of-the-art facility. And you sip six spirits as you learn!

You can also reserve a Mini Cocktail Flight, Vodka Tasting Flights or a Caviar & Vodka or Cheese & Vodka Pairing. Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting at 4pm. Experience handcrafted vodkas on their fantastic outdoor patio.

Book your tasting and tour online. And stay and soak in the beautiful sunsets over the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges!

Where:

2505 Monarch St.
Alameda

http://hangarone.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-30T16:30:23-07:00March 30th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Hangar 1 Distillery, Outdoor patio, Pink Greyhound, Vodka|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. New Beer
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The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. New Beer

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The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. New Beer

The Experience:

New Farm-To-Barrel Ale: Farmer’s Reserve Plum!

Almanac’s passion for local agriculture runs deep. The stonefruit for this new ale was grown at Blossom Bluff Orchards, an organic family-run farm on the sunny bluff of the King’s River in California’s Central Valley.

Hundreds of pounds of their plums and pluots were aged for nearly three years in oak barrels. The resulting brew has notes of candied plum and earthy umeboshi that blends seamlessly with aromas of rich dried dates and tree-ripened jujubes.

This tart farmhouse ale represents the pinnacle of Almanac’s farm-to-barrel craft. They hope you savor it with friends over a seasonal meal prepared with the same care and craft.

Almanac’s Barrel House, Taproom and Brewery are open 7 days a week!

Where:

651B W. Tower Ave
Alameda

http://almanacbeer.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-09T08:21:06-08:00March 9th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Alameda Point, Almanac Beer Co, Farmer's Reserve Plum|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Celebrates
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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Celebrates

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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Celebrates

The Experience:

Outdoor “Mask-erade” and Dance Party

Laissez les bon temps rouler! “Let the good times roll”

Rhythmix invites you to an unforgettable afternoon of dance, music and fun as they celebrate Mardi Gras with the band they consider to be the best New Orleans band around the Bay – CHELLE & Friends! Experience a mix of jazz, funk, soul, R&B, gospel, swamp pop, rock and Mardi Gras Indian music in a stewpot of musical gumbo that is sweet, spicy, aromatic and definitely intoxicating.

Dance Party: Saturday, March 12^th 3-5pm. Doors open at 2:30 with tasty BBQ plates from Big Brah BBQ and refreshing beverages available for purchase. So, dust off those feathers, bust out your beads, and succumb to your sequins, for this one-of-a-kind outdoor “mask-erade” and costume dance party. Experience the magic of Mardi Gras!

For ages 16 & up. Please have your vaccination card and photo ID ready at check-in.

$25 Advance; $30 Day-of-Show. Tickets

About CHELLE! and Friends

CHELLE! and Friends is comprised of distinguished and accomplished musicians in the San Francisco Bay Area, including New Orleans native, and Oakland’s own ‘Queen of New Orleans Music’, Michelle Jacques. As artistic director and founder, Chelle brings together some very special friends to perform music that is vibrant and alive with the driving voices of Rhonda Crane, Jay Lamont and Bryan Dyer, Donna Viscuso on woodwinds, Eric Swinerman on guitar, Kevin Scott on bass and Michaelle Goerlitz on drums.

Covid Notes: For the health and safety of our community, ALL guests are required to show physical proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination (including Booster) or Negative COVID-19 test (PCR only, taken within 72 hours of the event) along with a photo ID for entry. All guests will be asked to remain masked on the premises. Performers may not be masked, but are also required to be fully vaccinated.

Where:

2513 Blanding Ave
Alameda

http://www.rhythmix.org

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-09T12:22:45-08:00March 9th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, CHELLE! & Friends, Mardi Gras Dance Party, play, Rhythmix Cultural Works|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Catering
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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Catering

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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Catering

The Experience:

Serving Tuscan at the Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll!

It’s back! Sip and stroll your way through Alameda’s historic downtown district tasting premium craft whiskeys paired with yummy bites on Friday, March 4, 6-9pm. Enjoy food, drink, and entertainment while learning about the unique styles of Northern California distillers and local chefs.

C’era Una Volta is serving! They are bringing their Mediterranean delights from their Spirits Alley location to Downtown Alameda for the Whiskey Stroll. Their cuisine is a melange of carefully selected Italian favorites served up seasonally, and with lots of amore.

About C’era Una Volta

Enjoy a diverse Italian selection for traditional, vegetarian and vegan appetites. You can order starters, salads, pasta/risotto dishes for one or two, 3 course dinners or Gourmet Pizza Toscana with lots of vegan choices. And desserts. They also have a Winery Goodie box, Charcuterie and a Cheese & Crostini Selection to go with you as you visit the wineries, breweries or spirits locations in Spirits Alley.

Order individually and for groups, ask about their chef’s tasting menus, prepared by Chef Rudy pairing their fine Italian wines with savory flavors and sweet desserts. You can have your order delivered or pick up your meal inside the Bladium. 510-769-4828

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside the Bladium

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-03T09:44:14-08:00March 3rd, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Catering, Party trays., Tuscan cuisine, Whiskey Stroll|0 Comments