Events Taking Place in Alameda Sept. 29 to Oct. 13

Friday, Sept. 29
John Brothers Piano Company — In person, 6 to 9 p.m.; Radium Runway, 2151 Ferry Point
The John Brothers Piano Company is self-described as a “punk band with jazz instruments and classical inclinations.” Their unflagging improvisational energy is their hallmark. Tix: $20.
More info: www.radiumpresents.org

Saturday, Sept. 30
Family Fun Bike Ride Around Alameda — In person, 9 a.m.; Lincoln Park, 1450 High St.
All ages. Alameda Recreation and Parks Department will be holding a five-mile family bicycle ride from Lincoln Park to Jean Sweeney Park. Riders will be able to get a view of the Oakland Estuary along the. Tix: $50 for adults (18 years and older); $30 for children (17 years and younger).
More info: www.alamedaparks.org/bike4parks.

Tuesday, Oct. 3
Main: Make it — In person, 4:30 to 6 p.m.; Alameda Main Library, 1550 Oak St.
Free, all ages. The library will be hosting a fiber arts craft circle in the family study room. All kinds of fiber artists are welcome. Please bring your own materials and expertise. Limited instruction available.
More info: www.alamedafree.org or 510-747-7777.

Paul Hauser — Book Review and Signing — In person, 10 a.m. to noon; Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave.
Free. Local author and Mastick member, Paul Hauser, talks about his latest book, Out of Nowhere: A Near Death Experience. The book details his 1955 high school spring break while hiking with three classmates into the Havasupai Indian Reservation in the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
More info: www.alamedaca.gov/mastick or 510-747-7500.

Wednesday, Oct. 4
31st Annual Citywide College Night — In person, 6 to 8 p.m.; College of Alameda Gym, 555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Pkwy.
Free, ages: 14 and older. Representatives from various CSUs, UCs, private colleges and out-of-state schools will be in attendance to talk to high school students about the application process.
More info: https://alameda.edu.

Saturday, Oct. 7
Corks, Forks, Rhythm & Brews — In person, noon to 4 p.m.; City Hall West, Parade Lawn, 950 W. Mall Sq.
Ages: 21 years and older. Featuring California’s best wineries, spirits and breweries, gourmet foods, restaurants and live music, Corks, Forks, Rhythm & Brews is set at Spirits Alley on the historic Naval Base. Proceeds to benefit the Alameda Boys & Girls Club. Tix: GA: $100; VIP: $200.
More info: https://corksforksonthepoint.com

Latin/Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration — In person, noon to 4 p.m.; Alameda Main Library, 1550 Oak St.
Free, all ages. Explore the rich cultural diversity of Latine and Hispanic communities through fun activities, connect with community partners, and enjoy refreshments.
More info: www.alamedafree.org or 510-747-7777

Sunday, Oct. 8
Family Movie Matinee — In person, 2 to 4 p.m.; Alameda Main Library, 1550 Oak St.
Free, all ages. The Alameda Library will showcase the 2021 animated film, Encanto. The event is sensory-friendly that makes it easier for anyone with sensory sensitives to enjoy their movie watching experience.
More info: www.alamedafree.org or 510-747-7777

Friday, Oct. 13
Starlight Movies in The Park — In person, 6:30 to 10 p.m.; Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, 1101 West Red Line Ave.
Free, Ages: 13 years and older. Starlight Movies in the Park will showcase the 2022 film, Top Gun: Maverick. The film stars Tom Cruise. Snacks and food are available for purchase and proceeds support the Teen Program.
More info: https://alamedaca.gov/Departments/Recreation-Parks/Starlight-Movies4 or 510-747-7529.