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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Milestone

The Experience:

Bornday Party! Faction Brewing turns 13!

KXSF is throwing a joint birthday party with Faction Brewing  as they celebrate their 8th birthday and Faction officially turns lucky 13. And mind you, they’re throwing a proper Bornday party. Join them out at the Alameda Point Saturday, September 26, from 12-9pm.

This will also be their release party for the first KXSF Live Mixtape featuring songs recorded during their KXSF Live sessions over the last year.

The Bornday Party will be full of cold beer, loud music, and a full day of bands.

Check it out:

  • UFO Baby
  • Hollow Minds
  • Short Dogs Grow
  • C Breezy Quartet
  • BRNR
  • Church of the Dead
  • Lost Puppy Forever
  • Rotten CoreCome raise one for 13 years of Faction Brewing and 8 years of KXSF. Or raise several….it is a birthday after all!

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

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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Weekend Plans

The Experience:

Guess what? You’ve got plans through the weekend!

  • Thursday 7pm (Tonight!) | Ocean Hoptimism. Sierra Garcia of the San Francisco Estuary Institute takes us Urban Upstream, following pollutants from our streets and neighborhoods all the way to the Bay, and exploring what we can do about it. (free to attend)
  • Friday 6-10pm | Groove is in the Start. An early-evening ‘80s dance party packed with Prince, Madonna, Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, Run DMC and more. Only a few tickets left and they’re online only. Get yours NOW.
  • Sunday 11am-6pm | Cape & Cowl Con. Comics, artists, creators, costumes, cold beer, and our limited-edition Cape & Cowl Vol. 2 Helles Lager. POW! BANG! PSSSHHH! This one’s going to be lit! (free to attend)

That’s a heck of a weekend. See you down at Faction with a pint!

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

By |2026-08-27T16:00:03-07:00August 27th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: 1400 Bar & Grill & Pizza Evenings

The Experience:

Pizza around the fire pit anyone?

Enjoy Pizza? Enjoy dining on the patio around the fire pit and don’t forget, you can build your own Pizza with their special blend of cheeses, flavorful toppings, and sauces. And their crust is made with high-quality flour! ‘The Alameata’ includes house-made red sauce, pepperoni, house-made sausage, bacon, and cheeses. Veggie toppings include pineapple, garlic, fennel, mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes, arugula, and more. Lots of other menu items. Check it out.

The bar is famous for their cocktails and local craft beer, including Alameda’s own – Alameda Island Brewing and Faction Brewing Cos. Enjoy American Cuisine and great drinks in a beautiful building. Since 1883 Alamedans have enjoyed great food, drink, and entertainment at the corner of Webster and Central in the historic Croll’s building. 1400 Bar & Grill & Pizza invites you to step back into a simpler time. Their  food is fresh, the prices moderate, and their warm welcome will keep you coming back time and again.  Make a reservation: (510) 263-9651.

Enjoy a relaxed evening under the stars with friends in their welcoming  outdoor patio space.

Hours:

  • Mon- Thurs – 11am-10pm
  • Fri – 11am-11pm
  • Sat – 10am –11pm
  • Sun – 10am – 9pm

Where:

1400 Webster St
Alameda

http://1400barandgrill.com/

By |2026-08-17T08:49:34-07:00August 13th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: Frank Bette Center for the Arts Plein Air Exhibit

The Experience:

Celebrate the 21st Annual Plein Air Paintout winners!

Plein Air painting—French for ‘open air’—is the practice of creating art outdoors, directly from life. Rather than working from photographs or memory, artists respond in real time to shifting light, moving clouds, and the energy of a place as it unfolds.​

40 artists descended upon Alameda for a weeklong plein air painting competition, bringing their easels to capture everything this city loves about their community. Artists painted across the island, drawing inspiration from Alameda’s Victorian homes, lush gardens, docks, boats, and working waterfronts.

Join them for the opening reception and see the award-winning art and more on Saturday, August 8, from 3-5pm.

Arijit Dutta, a practicing architect, won ‘Best of Show’. His interest and knowledge in landscape photography influence his watercolor landscapes.

About Frank Bette Center for the Arts

Established in 2002, the Frank Bette Center for the Arts is a nonprofit, volunteer-run creative community. Carrying forward the legacy of Frank Bette, who believed deeply in the power of art and community. Upon his passing in 1999, Frank bequeathed his beloved home as “a place for meetings, readings, showings, and other creative doings.”

Frank Bette Center for the Arts is committed to three objectives: Support Personal Artistic Growth, Enrich the Art Experience of Everyone in Our Community, and Cultivate Appreciation for the Value of the Arts. Check out their full list of classes.

Where:

1601 Paru St.
Alameda

https://www.frankbettecenter.org/

By |2026-08-06T10:30:29-07:00August 6th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: Dragon Rouge Bistro Seafood

The Experience:

Fresh Dungeness Crab on the water!

On these warm summer days, cool off and relax overlooking the Estuary. Time for a delicious seafood feast with bold spices and great drinks – all in a cozy setting. Dragon Rouge is a welcoming family-owned restaurant inspired by the food from the city of Phan Thiet in SE Vietnam.

Try their spicy Dungeness Crab, their Signature Fresh Spring Rolls, Lemongrass Sizzling Plate with salmon or their Pineapple Fried Rice – stir-fry with chicken, shrimp, cashew & raisins

Sharing is easy. Bring your friends and check out their mixology treats – Dragon Rouge is also known for their tasty Cocktails and Mocktails!

Their experienced chefs paired with dedicated staff assure you a wonderful dining experience indoors or outdoors. You can also just stop by for Happy Hour on the water!

Hours: Daily 11am-9:30pm.

Where:

2337 Branding Ave

Alameda

https://dragonrougebythebay.com

By |2026-07-16T09:45:41-07:00July 16th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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