Friday, Jan. 29

6 to 8 p.m. Artists Reception: Rescheduled from Jan. 9. Celebrate the opening of Homage & Memory, an exhibit of paintings by Rawn McCloud. Free to the public. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5065 or www.rhythmix.org)

7 p.m. Lunar New Year Film Screening: One Day in Ping Wei and New Year in Ping Wei. Presented by the Alameda Multicultural Community Center. Free to the public; child care available, by arrangement. Longfellow Education Center, 500 Pacific Ave. (Info, child care: 521-9405)

7 to 9 p.m. Clearance Sale: Inaugural FBCA benefit sale of member artists' work; some proceeds benefit FBCA. Free to the public. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: www.frankbettecenter.org or 523-6957)

8 p.m. Bus Stop: Performances continue through Feb. 6; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets: $22, general admission; $19, students and seniors 62 and older. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Mark St. Mary and his Zydeco Band. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door; $14. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: 415-285-6285)

Saturday, Jan. 30

11 a.m. Meet the Authors: Featuring authors Len Harris, Annette Langer and Wanda B. Campbell. Book signing, refreshments. Free to the public. Cardinal Point, 2431 Mariner Square Drive. (Info: 796-4364)

2 to 5 p.m. Community Clothing Swap: Bring a bag of clothes, hats and shoes to swap. Donation: $5; proceeds benefit local charities. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5060 or www.rhythmix.org)

3 to 7 p.m. "Live in Concert": Alameda High School Grad Night fund-raiser featuring performances by AHS students. Raffle. Tickets at the door: $10, adults; $6, students. Roosters Roadhouse, 1700 Clement St. (Info: 814-7310)

7 to 10 p.m. "Motown and Margaritas": The 11-piece Bob Claire Orchestra will play Motown, rock and blues. Dinner, no-host bar and mini-silent auction. Concert tickets: $15 per person; dinner plates $6. Proceeds benefit Nea Community Learning Center (NCLC). Auctions by the Bay, 2700 Saratoga St. (Info, tix: 868-0489 or www.MotownandMargaritas.info)

8 p.m. Bus Stop: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

Sunday, Jan. 31

10 a.m. to noon: Sunday Stroll: Stroll the coastline with a walk to the Elsie Roemer Bird sanctuary and back. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

10:30 a.m. to noon The Jewish Chef's Series: Second part of a series of four culinary demonstrations featuring Vivi Moshonov, owner of the Mediterranean restaurant Sofia's Café. Tickets: $80 for the series; individual tickets sold at the door for $25. Temple Israel, 3183 Mecartney Road. (Info: 593-5285)

Noon to 3 p.m. Yo Philly's first annual eating competition: Contestants must eat five Rocky Balboa cheesesteak sandwiches in 45 minutes. $25 to enter contest. Free balloons, T-shirts, more. All proceeds benefit Lum Elementary. Yo Philly! 1234 Park St. (Info: 521-5555)

1:30 to 2 p.m. "Stories by the Sea": Songs and stories about the ocean's many creatures and their special adaptations for living in the sea. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

2 p.m. Bus Stop: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

2 to 3 p.m. Catch of the Day: Discover what's new in the Visitors Center. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 521-6887)

3:15 to 3:45 p.m. Fish Feeding Demonstration: Watch the behaviors of aquarium fish and other creatures as they gobble their food. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

6 to 9 p.m. Free Write Group: Write with abandon, then share your writings if you wish. Hosted by Patricia Edith. Free to the public. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: www.frankbettecenter.org or 523-6957)

Monday, Feb. 1

7 to 8:30 p.m. Prostate Cancer Support Group: Meeting. Free. Lyons Room, Alameda Hospital, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Info: 814-4062)

Tuesday, Feb. 2

10 to 11:30 a.m. Sea Squirts: "Reptile Friends." Outdoor exploration and a theme-related craft and snack for children 3 to 5 and an adult. Fee: $6. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Registration required: 888-327-2757)

Noon: Soroptimist International of Alameda: Luncheon meeting. Cost: $10. (Info: Carole Finnegan, 521-8381)

1 p.m. Mastick Book Club: The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery. Free to seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: Kevin Brunetti, 747-7512)

3:30 to 5 p.m. Estuary Explorers: "Reptile Friends." Outdoor exploration and a theme-related craft and snack. Fee: $6. Ages 6 to 8. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Pre-registration required: 888-327-2757)

7 p.m. Alameda Stamp Club: Meeting for collectors and prospective members. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1420 Lafayette St.; enter on Chestnut. (Info: Charles Kasdorf, 522-0258)

Wednesday, Feb. 3

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. AARP Driver Safety: First of two sessions of a program designed for motorists 50 and older. Fee: $10; preregistration is required. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, registration: 747-7506)

7 to 9 p.m. Alameda Island Poets: Poetry reading and writing workshop. Featured readers, then open mic. Borders Books, 2245 South Shore Center. (Info: 418-0266 or 522-6442)

7 to 9 p.m. Lawyers in the Library: Free legal service. Signup at 6:30. Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St. (Info: 747-7713)

7 to 9 p.m. Mediation Services: Free mediation service for exploring non-legal remedies to everyday disputes. By appointment. Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St. (Info: 747-7713)

Thursday, Feb. 4

8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mobile Blood Drive: Kaiser Human Resources Service Center, American Red Cross Bus, 1451 Harbor Bay Parkway. (Appts, info: 800-448-3543 or www.HelpSaveALife.org/NC; sponsor code: KAISERHR)

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trinity Seniors: Theresa Cleaver from Legends will speak on "Coping with Aging" at 11 a.m. Lunch served at noon. Trinity Lutheran Church, 1323 Central Ave.

Noon: East Bay Retired Teachers, Division 2: Meeting and special program. Lunch: $9. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (info: www.calrta.org)

Noon to 3 p.m. Alameda Oakland Homelearners: Meet for fun and idea exchange. Lincoln Park, High Street and Santa Clara Avenue. (Info: www.aohl.net)

Friday, Feb. 5

2 p.m. to midnight: Artist Reception: Celebrate the opening of Pinball Art: Fine Art, an overview of exhibitions and artworks about pinball from 1972-2010. Admission: $15, adults; $7.50, children. No-host bar. Lucky Ju Ju Pinball/Art Gallery, 713E Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 205-9793 or www.ujuju.com)

6 to 8 p.m. "The Fabulous '50s Dance for Daughters and Their Fathers": Girls in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to attend with their fathers or another favorite role model. Music, dancing, arts and crafts, refreshments and a special memento for the girls. Presented by the Alameda Recreation and Park Department and Girls Inc. of the Island City. Tickets: $20 per couple, $10 for each additional daughter. Al DeWitt O Club, 641 West Redline Road, Alameda Point. (Info, tix: 747-7529)

7 to 9 p.m. First Friday Gala and Fundraiser: Celebrate the opening of "Chicken Soup with Rice," a group art show; and "Feminine Unfolding," a mixed media exhibit of work by Trish Kearney Fenton. Music and food. Free to the public; donations appreciated. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: www.frankbettecenter.org or 523-6957)

9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Tom Rigney and Flambeau. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door; $14. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: 415-285-6285)

Sneak Peek

Feb. 6 and 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Benefit Prop Sale: Theatrical equipment, props and tools from past Alameda Civic Light Opera productions. Proceeds will benefit ACLO. Building 91, 651 West Tower Ave. Alameda Point. (Info: 864-2256 or www.aclo.com)

Feb. 6, 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. "Winter Getaway": Annual auction gala fund-raiser for Franklin Elementary School. Live and silent auction; raffle; cocktails and hors d'oeuvres; and live music. 1940s "Winter Getaway" attire encouraged. Tickets: $40 per person; childcare available at Circuits for $25. DeWitt "O" Club, 641 West Redline Road. (Info: Lisa Zenner, 769-7310)

Feb. 7, 10:30 a.m. to Noon: The Jewish Chef's Series: Third part of a series of four culinary demonstrations featuring cookbook author Lynn Aurlauf Jones and cookbook illustrator Linda Hillel. Tickets: $80 for the series; individual tickets sold at the door for $25. Temple Israel, 3183 Mecartney Road. (Info: 593-5285)

Feb. 11, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Community Grants Fund-raiser: Wine tasting, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, silent auction and raffle. Hosted by Alameda Rotary Club. Rock Wall Wine Company, 2301 Monarch St. (Info, tix: www.alamedarotary.org) n Feb. 11, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Three Ring Sweetheart Bingo: Fund-raiser for Rhythmix Cultural Works. Tickets: $20, includes 10 games and a free drink. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5060 or www.rhythmix.org)

Feb. 12, 6 to 9 p.m. Artists Reception: Celebrate the opening of "Seeing Red: Explorations on the Other Side of Love," an exhibit of work by 10 Bay Area artists. Free to the public. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5065 or www.rhythmix.org)

Feb. 12, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Global Dance Party: Dance to the music of DJ Rhythmystic mixed with live drumming. Admission: $15. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5060 or www.rhythmix.org)

Feb. 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m. "The Pulse of Life — Optimizing Your Heart Health: Presented by Dr. Stephen Raskin and Dr. Denis Drew, cardiologists. Free to the public. Alameda Hospital, Dal Cielo Conference Room, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Info, reserves: 814-4362)

Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m. to noon The Jewish Chef's Series: Final part of a series of four culinary demonstrations featuring Bob Klein from Olivetto's. Tickets: $80 for the series; individual tickets sold at the door for $25. Temple Israel, 3183 Mecartney Road. (Info: 593-5285)

Feb. 26, 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mobile Blood Drive: Alameda Hospital, Conference Room A, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Appts, info: 800-448-3543 or www.HelpSaveALife.org/NC ; sponsor code: ALAMEDA)

Feb. 26, 8 p.m. Man of La Mancha: Opening night. Performances continue through April 3; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

May 14, 8 p.m. Sylvia: Opening night. Performances continue through June 13; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

July 9, 8 p.m. Steel Magnolias: Opening night. Performances continue through Aug. 8; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

Sept. 10, 8 p.m. I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change: Opening night. Performances continue through Oct. 16; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

ONGOING

Monday

7 to 7:45 a.m. Meditation/Contemplative Prayer Circle: Practitioners of all styles welcome to strengthen their daily practice by sitting with a group. Every weekday morning. Call Michael at 521-6701 for location or more information.

9 to 10:30 a.m. Fitness for Seniors: Held in conjunction with the Alameda Adult School. Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

10 to 10:45 a.m. Alameda Community Sing-Along: Singing for infants and toddlers through age 3, accompanied by their parent or caregiver. Free through Feb. 29 Boys and Girls. Section, Main Branch of the Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St. (Info: )

Noon to 2 p.m. Young Homeschoolers Group: Meet for fun and an exchange of ideas. Open to families of children 7 and younger. McKinley Park, Walnut Street and Buena Vista Avenue. (Info, rainy day destination: Lucy, 522-3252)

1 to 3 p.m. Mah Jongg: Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 4 p.m. Painting and Drawing: Artistic exploration and fine arts techniques taught by Bruce Klein. Free for seniors 50 and older, with nominal fees for materials. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

5 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly): Weigh-in, followed by a meeting from 6 to 7. Conference Room C, Alameda Hospital, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Info: 521-5853)

6 to 7 p.m. Adult Dragon Boat Racing: Drop-in practices for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Dock adjacent to 2400 Mariner Square Drive. (Info: )

7 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous —HOW: Meeting. A fellowship with no dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. For information or location, visit www.how-oa.org

7 p.m. A Course in Miracles: Home of Truth Spiritual Center, 1300 Grand St. (Info: 522-3366)

7 to 8:30 p.m. Island City Toastmasters: Meeting; public speaking practice. New members welcome. Water's Edge Lodge, 1st floor conference room, 801 Island Drive. (Info: www.toastmasters.org)

8 p.m. Bluegrass Jam: McGrath's Pub, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)

Tuesday

7 to 7:45 a.m. Meditation/Contemplative Prayer Circle: Practitioners of all styles welcome to strengthen their daily practice by sitting with a group. Every weekday morning. Call Michael at 521-6701 for location or more information.

7 to 8:30 a.m. "Java" Success Team: Meeting open to all job seekers. Java Rama Coffee House, 1333 Park St. (Info: 521-3648)

9 to 10:30 a.m. Fitness for Seniors: Held in conjunction with the Alameda Adult School. Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

9 a.m. to noon: Needlecraft: Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Alameda Farmers' Market: Webster Street and Haight Avenue.

10 a.m. to noon: Creative Writing: Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Spanish Sing-Along: Led by Rebekah Balboni. Free for infants and toddlers 4 and younger and their parents or caregivers. West End Branch of the Alameda Free Library, 788 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7767)

10:30 a.m. to noon: Stretch and Beginning Yoga: Enhance flexibility and strength in a class with modifications to suit individual needs. Free. Open to those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

Noon to 1:15 p.m. Yoga: Free class for those living with cancer. Donations appreciated. Alameda Yoga Station, 2414A Central Ave. (Info: 290-2641 or www.alamedayogastation.com)

12:30 p.m. Garden Enthusiasts: Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 3 p.m. Square Dance for Beginners: Open to seniors 50 and older. Fee: $2 per class. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

6 to 7:30 p.m. Family Dinners: Buffet featuring two entrees, salad, vegetable, coffee, dessert. $10 per person. Tickets sold at the door. Public is welcome. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info, menu: 522-7626)

7 p.m. Darts Tournament: McGrath's Pub, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)

8 p.m. Sea Shanties Jam: McGrath's Pub, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)

Wednesday

7 to 7:45 a.m. Meditation/Contemplative Prayer Circle: Practitioners of all styles welcome to strengthen their daily practice by sitting with a group. Every weekday morning. Call Michael at 521-6701 for location or more information.

7 to 8:30 a.m. Business Network International: Meeting and networking for local business people. Otaez Mexican Restaurant, 1619 Webster St. (Info: Jennifer Allaire, 864-2464)

9 to 10:30 a.m. Fitness for Seniors: Held in conjunction with the Alameda Adult School. Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

9 to 10:30 a.m. Yoga: Enhance flexibility and strength in a class with modifications to suit individual needs. Free. Open to those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Stained Glass and Lab: Open to seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sewing: Held in conjunction with the Alameda Adult School. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

Noon to 1 p.m. Marina Village Toastmasters: Work on public speaking and leadership skills. Quadramed, 1301 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 105. (Info: 337-6107 or www.marinavillagetoastmasters.org)

Noon to 1:30 p.m. Kiwanis Club of Alameda: Luncheon meeting. Elks Lodge, 2255 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 523-7100)

1 to 2 p.m. Strictly Basic Ballroom Dance: Open to seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 2:30 p.m. Western Line Dancing: Open to seniors 50 and older. Fee: $2.50 per class. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

2 p.m. Story Time: Featuring story time for children ages 2 to 6. Free to the public. Books Inc. 1344 Park St. (Info: 522-2226)

5:30 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous — HOW: Meeting. A fellowship with no dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. For information or location, visit www.how-oa.org.

6 to 7 p.m. Adult Dragon Boat Racing: Drop-in practices for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Dock adjacent to 2400 Mariner Square Drive. (Info: )

6 to 9 p.m. Bette's Bodacious Beading Beauties: Beading; arts and crafts night: Bring a project to work on. Drop-ins welcome. Free admission; donations appreciated. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: Linda, 919-8435 or )

8 p.m. Swing Jam: Alternate weeks. McGrath's Pub, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)

8 to 10 p.m. Big Band Music: Featuring Bob Enos directing Soundwave, a 20-member jazz orchestra in contemporary arrangements of old standards and Afro-Cuban jazz. Free to the public. Rooster's Roadhouse, Grand Street and Clement Avenue. (Info: 337-9190)

Thursday

7 to 7:45 a.m. Meditation/Contemplative Prayer Circle: Practitioners of all styles welcome to strengthen their daily practice by sitting with a group. Every weekday morning. Call Michael at 521-6701 for location or more information.

8:30 to 9:45 a.m. Women's Business Exchange: Networking and exchange of ideas among local businesswomen. Call Diana at 769-7047 for the address and additional information.

9 a.m. to noon: Ceramics: Open to seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Quilting: Small fee for seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

9:30 to 11:30 a.m. "Current Events": Sponsored by the Alameda Adult School. Free for seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

11:30 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous — HOW: Meeting. A fellowship with no dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. For information or location, visit www.how-oa.org

Noon to 1 p.m. Alameda Windmasters: Toastmasters group; work on public speaking and leadership skills. Wind River Systems, 500 Wind River Way (Info: David Nilson, 291-6268)

12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Painting and Drawing Lab: Artistic exploration and fine arts techniques. Free for seniors 50 and older, with nominal fees for materials. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 p.m. Mastick Movie Matinee: Free popcorn. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 2:30 p.m. Line Dancing: Open to seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Life Drawing Workshop: Open session. Fee: $10, members; $12, non-members. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: 523-6957)

7 p.m. Anonymous Plus: Recovery program for those battling addictions. Chosen Vessels Christian Church, 710, Haight St. (info: 523-6707)

7 to 8:30 p.m. Alameda Toastmasters 3904, District 57: Work on public speaking and leadership skills. Free to the public. 451 Stardust Drive, Alameda Point. (Info: www.alamedatoastmasters.com)

8 p.m. Stand Up Comedy Night: Featuring a variety of comedic talent; open mic at 9:30 p.m. The Fire Den, 1231 Park St.

8 to 9 p.m. Meditation Class: Based on 11th century Christian mysticism, meditation techniques and reincarnation. Room 210, 1910 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 865-5756 or www.MysticCottage.org)

Friday

7 to 7:45 a.m. Meditation/ Contemplative Prayer Circle: Practitioners of all styles welcome to strengthen their daily practice by sitting with a group. Every weekday morning. Call Michael at 521-6701 for location or more information.

9 to 10:30 a.m. Fitness for Seniors: Held in conjunction with the Alameda Adult School. Free for those 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

10 to 11 a.m. French: Free for seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 3 p.m. Mah Jongg: Open to seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 3 p.m. Hawaiian Dance Rehearsals: Open to seniors 50 and older. Fee: $2 per class. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1:30 p.m. Quiltmaking: Open to all skill levels. Small fee for seniors 50 and older. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Bead Night: Free instruction and fellowship while crafting with beads. Bring your own tools or rent them for $1. Bead Inspirations, 1544 Park St. (Info, reserve a space: 337-1203)

Saturday

9 a.m. Paint Out: Sponsored by the Frank Bette Center for the Arts. Call 523-6957 or visit www.frankbettecenter.org for information or location.

9 to 10:30 a.m. Adult Dragon Boat Racing: Drop-in practices for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Dock adjacent to 2400 Mariner Square Drive. (Info: )

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Alameda Farmers' Market: Webster Street and Haight Avenue.

10 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous —HOW: Meeting. A fellowship with no dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. For information or location, visit www.how-oa.org.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Naval History Exhibit: Model aircraft, uniformed mannequins, artifacts of naval history, Pearl Harbor and midway displays. Admission: $5; no charge for military or children under 12. Alameda Naval Air Museum, Building 77, 2151 Ferry Point Road. (Info: 522-4262 or www.alamedanavalairmuseum.com)

11 a.m. Story Time: Featuring story time for children ages 2 to 6. Free to the public. Books Inc. 1344 Park St. (Info: 522-2226)

12:30 to 3 p.m. Bingo: Fundraiser. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7500)

1 to 3 p.m. "Buying in Today's Market": Free event for prospective home buyers who want to speak with real estate agents and loan agents about first-time purchases. Prudential Ca Realty, 660A Central Ave. (Info: Lillie Butler, 566-2338 or Desiray McFall, 909-6871)

Sunday

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Naval History Exhibit: Model aircraft, uniformed mannequins, artifacts of naval history, Pearl Harbor and midway displays. Admission: $5; no charge for military or children under 12. Alameda Naval Air Museum, Building 77, 2151 Ferry Point Road. (Info: 522-4262 or www.alamedanavalairmuseum.com)

2:30 p.m. Irish Session: McGrath's Pub, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)

6 to 8 p.m. Celebrate Recovery!: A biblically-based 12-step ministry for those struggling with hurts, habits or hang-ups. Alameda Christian Reformed Church, 2914 Encinal Ave. (Info: 521-0112)

7 to 8:30 p.m. Mindfulness Meditation: Ongoing group with instruction in foundations of Insight Meditation. Sitting meditation in a non-sectarian technique. Free to the public; donations welcome. Alameda Yoga Station, 2414A Central Ave. (Info: 523-9642 or www.alamedayogastation.com)

8 p.m. Americana Jam: McGrath's Pub, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)