September 8, Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon
Rocks, Parks and Residential Neighborhoods of North Berkeley
Co-sponsored by the Berkeley Historical Society and Led by local historian, and author Susan Cerny.
Visit Indian Rock Park, Mortar Park, and Grotto Park in Northbrae and John Hinkel Park, all treasures of Berkeley’s public open space. They contain native oaks, winding footpaths, and large stone outcroppings. Surrounding the parks are early 20th century residential neighborhoods with picturesque homes. Contact: Reserve a space by calling (510) 848-0181, between 1 pm and 4 pm on Thursday or Friday before the tour; or go to http://www.cityofberkeley.info/histsoc/#EVENTS
Stone Pillars of Northbrae Walking Tour
September 5, Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon
Stone Pillars of Northbrae Walking Tour
(Meet in front of North Berkeley Library, on the Alameda near Hopkins St.)
Learn about the history of one of Berkeley’s most park-full neighborhoods through its scores of stone pillars. Contact: Barbara Robben at 510 524-2383. Further info: www.berkeleypaths.org/events/wedwalks.htm
Introduction to International Folk Dance @ Live Oak Park
September 4, Tuesday, 7:45 to 9 p.m.
Introduction to International Folk Dance
(Live Oak Park, 1201 Shattuck Avenue, Live Oak Park Center)
Kick off the new beginning folk dance class with easy couple, non-partner, and set dances everyone can do and enjoy. The class will continue for 8 weeks on Tuesday evenings with this first time free. Berkeley Folk Dancers has been in operation for 66 years and currently meets five nights a week in Live Oak Park. Contact: Bill and Louis Lidicker, 510-528-9168, dancebfd AT aol DOT com, or www.berkeleyfolkdancers.org.
Poetry Garden – Live
September 2, Sunday, 1 to 3 p.m.
Poetry Garden – Live!
(Garden is on the corner of Milvia and Lincoln at Berkeley Arts Magnet School)
Come meet the plants, creatures, rocks and soil that will stir poetry from your soul. We will have an open mike for poetry performance and paper and pencils for on the spot poetic inspiration. Children especially welcome! Contact: Kate Obenour 510-548-1707 or mccoatty@hotmail.com
SF Mime Troupe @ Willard Park Aug 25 & 26
August 25 & 26, Sat. and Sun., 1.30 p.m. – Music, 2.00 – Showtime (to 3:30)
The SF Mime Troupe in Willard Park
(Derby and Hillegass Ave)
The Mime troupe has delivered political musical satire in Berkeley’s parks since 1961. This year’s, acclaimed production is “Making a Killing.” All performances are free. Bring stadium seating and a picnic. Willard park neighbors are hosting a Block Party before and after the show on the 26th – All welcome! For further info: http://sfmt.org/schedule/.