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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Presents

The Experience:

Bienvenido a ‘Round the World: Music, Dance & Art Festival

Driving rhythms, vibrant regalia, fabulous footwork and flavorful cuisines will immerse you in the Rhythmix ‘Round the World Festival.  Celebrate music, dance, art, food and culture from Latin and Indigenous traditions in an afternoon of fun for the whole family on Saturday, September 21st from 12–5pm at Chochenyo Park in Alameda.

With a passion that transcends borders, headlining performer Chika Di blends traditional Latin, electronic, Afro, and pop musical genres, showcasing her powerful Colombian vocals in her high-energy live performance.

Discover the unique instruments and musical traditions of Afro-Peruvian culture with Cunamacué. Feel the strength and spirit of eight generations of Afro-Puerto Rican bomba dance and rhythms with Batey Tambó.  Experience the rich cultural heritage of Brasilian percussion with Tambores e Samba. Witness ancestral dances of Bolivia with Kantuta Ballet Folklórico de Bolivia and much, much more!

Enjoy artisan crafts in the multicultural marketplace and your favorite Latin-inspired foods from Chef Hits the Streets, Teaqueria and Crazy Empanadas. Multi-cultural arts, crafts and activities for all ages provided by Rhythmix Cultural Works and the City of Alameda Recreation & Park Department.

About

The ‘Round the World Festival is presented in partnership with the City of Alameda Recreation and Park Department as part of the Rhythmix in the Parks Family Concert Series which aims to support the local community by celebrating our diverse cultural traditions, uplifting underserved voices, supporting BIPOC artists and redefining Alameda’s City parks as accessible and safe spaces to be enjoyed by all.

Chochenyo Park is located on Park Avenue, south of Encinal Avenue, one block from the Park Street business district.

Free for all ages.

Where:

2513 Blanding Ave
Alameda

http://www.rhythmix.org

The Experience, Emeryville: Saturday Farmers’ Market News

The Experience:

From farm to table in Emeryville!

Come Saturday morning, grab your bags and head down to Emeryville’s Farmers Market located at 45th and Hubbard St between two of the buildings comprising The Emery.  It opens at 11am and is full of local fresh vegetables and fruit. Keep your healthy lifestyle going!

And tell your dog you will be back with a surprise. Petvenient is now selling dog treats and toys for your four legged buddy. Each week new vendors are coming in. Local cookie maker Tash Tash Chocolate Cookies will be at the market in a a couple of weeks and rumor has it that a local coffee maker will be arriving soon.

More great news.. If you can’t walk or bike to the market, there now is parking available.There is public parking at the Emery building. The entrance is on 46th St between Hubbard and Horton Streets. It does cost $2 for the first 30 minutes, but Regional Farmers’ Market Association, will reimburse any customer using that garage their $2 in Market Money, that can be used in the market anywhere.  All you have to do is ask at the information booth, and they will give you your market money.

Emeryville’s Farmers Market is brought to us by the Regional Farmers’ Market Association, who is dedicated to creating a sustainable platform for small farmers, independent food producers and artisans to sell their products directly to us. And there’s nothing like fruit  picked fresh just this morning.

Where:

The Farmers’ Market is at 45th & Hubbard Sts

The ECC is all over Emeryville and beyond!

https://www.emeryvillecommerceconnection.com

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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Co New Beer

The Experience:

Five new releases for the end of summer!

Stop by Faction and stock up on these fresh beers. And while you are there, enjoy the day. Your fave food trucks will be hanging around!

  • Black Hoodie Lager – Their German-style Schwarzbier, aka Black Lager. Silver Medal at World Beer Cup 2023. Dark, smooth, and dangerously drinkable. [5%]
  • Pale 586 – This West Coast Pale Ale is hopped with the experimental HBC 586 cryo and pellets. Gold at World Beer Cup 2024 & 2023, Bronze at GABF 2022 – and they say they’re not stopping there. [5.8%]
  • Faction Red – A hoppy red ale that’s got Cascade, Centennial & Simcoe in its DNA. Rich, robust, and ready to rock your taste buds. [5.8%]
  • And on top of these three new brews, they are offering up fresh batches of 1970’s Lager and A-Town Pale. 

Weekend Food Truck Lineup:

  • Thurs, Sept 5, 2-8pm – Locos Only
  • Fri, Sept 6, 12-8pm – La Santa Torta
  • Sat, Sept 7, 12-8pm – Calafia Taqueria
  • Sun, Sept 8, 12-7pm – Satay by the Bay

Bring your friends, bring your dogs and enjoy the great views of  San Francisco Bay.

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.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Emeryville Great Ramen

The Experience:

A culinary journey of comfort food!

Savor the authentic flavors of Japan at Uchiwa Ramen at Bay Street Emeryville! From rich, savory broths to perfectly cooked noodles, every bowl is a taste of comfort.

You will feel right at home here in this beautiful setting. You are treated as if you were a guest in their own home, and in their home, they make everything from scratch using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

A bowl of ramen evokes feelings of comfort, simplicity, and warmth, and they’ve made it their mission to spread that wonderful feeling by sharing their favorite traditional and new styles of ramen.

Prepare for a culinary journey through Chinese and Japanese comfort food in this warm setting upstairs at Bay St in the Bay Break dining terrace.

You will be intrigued by the variety of ramen all made with fresh ingredients. Vegan? Try their Vegan Shio (Light Veggie Broth) – Gluten Free Ramen Noodles, Tofu, Bean Sprouts, Bok Choy, Mushroom, Green Onions, Bamboo Shoots, contains no animal products.

Fans also rave about their  their Asian Kale Salad – Organic baby kale mixed with roasted kale & tossed in a toasted sesame dressing. They have a beautiful bar serving up Japanese beer, local wines, Sake and other non-alcoholic beverages like Japanese Creamy Soda.

5614 Bay Street, Suite 233

Hours: Mon – Thu 12-8pm; Fri – Sat 11am – 9pm; Sunday11am – 8pm

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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The Experience, Richmond: Sailing Goat Restaurant New Menu

The Experience:

Fall out of summer menu!

Sailing Goat’s new seasonal menu:

Shareables

  • Castelvetrano Olives
  • Smoked Paprika Almonds
  • Brandade – local rockfish, onion, potatoes, garlic, cream, crostini (GFO)
  • Mixed Greens Salad – shaved carrots, spring radish, red wine vinaigrette (V, GF)
  • Duck Rillette – crostini, Dijon mustard, cornichons (DF)

Goat Classics

  • Cooks Dessert – port and chocolate
  • Harbor Chowder – weekly special (GF)
  • Little Gem Caesar – garlic croutons, Grana Padano, anchovy vinaigrette
  • Mac and Cheese – Rustichella Cestini pasta, Gouda, Havarti, Parmesan, butter breadcrumb
  • Fish and Chips – local fish of the day, french fries, tartar sauce (GF – dedicated fryer)

Entrée

  • Harbor Dog – Stemple Creek Ranch hot dog, Oaxaca cheese, jalapeño relish, avocado crema, Mexican corn salad
  • Roasted Chicken Panini – caramelized onions, Havarti, fruit mostarda, summer roasted peppers
  • Portobello Mushroom and Farro – early girl tomatoes, spring onion, sage and almond pesto
  • Berbere Chicken – Mary’s organic free range chicken, couscous salad, roasted red peppers, currants, eggplant, spring onion, serrano chili salsa verde
  • Cacciucco “Tuscan” Seafood Stew – local rockfish, mussels, shrimp, red wine, red wine vinegar, tomato, onion, garlic, fennel, oregano, toasted bread (GFO)

Sweet

  • Chocolate Bread Pudding
  • Fig Financier – crème fraîche
  • Peach Galette – whipped cream

It’s peaceful looking out over the water and walking down through the marina checking out the vibrantly painted houseboats. By the time you leave, you feel like you have been in a different world, far away from your usual day

Weekend hours: Fri, 11:30am – 8:30pm; Sat/Sun, 11am – 8pm — Brunch Sat/Sun, 11am-4pm (Brunch & Full Menus) and Full Menu 4-8:30pm.

What to expect:

On the water at Pt San Pablo Harbor, a bayside escape to nourish the body and feed the soul awaits. Down at the harbor, you’ll relax with wonderful vistas and the gentle lapping of water. Items from the sea and land and gardens guide the menu. Pizza is baked outside in a wood-fired pizza oven. And, they are serving up regional small batch craft beer and wines.

There are pathways along the water and houseboats, hiking paths up the hill with fantastic views. So many options for you, your family and friends when you visit the Sailing Goat!

Where:

1900 Stenmark Dr
Richmond

https://www.facebook.com/SailingGoat/

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