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The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. New Beer

The Experience:

New Farm-To-Barrel Ale: Farmer’s Reserve Plum!

Almanac’s passion for local agriculture runs deep. The stonefruit for this new ale was grown at Blossom Bluff Orchards, an organic family-run farm on the sunny bluff of the King’s River in California’s Central Valley.

Hundreds of pounds of their plums and pluots were aged for nearly three years in oak barrels. The resulting brew has notes of candied plum and earthy umeboshi that blends seamlessly with aromas of rich dried dates and tree-ripened jujubes.

This tart farmhouse ale represents the pinnacle of Almanac’s farm-to-barrel craft. They hope you savor it with friends over a seasonal meal prepared with the same care and craft.

Almanac’s Barrel House, Taproom and Brewery are open 7 days a week!

Where:

651B W. Tower Ave
Alameda

http://almanacbeer.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-09T08:21:06-08:00March 9th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Alameda Point, Almanac Beer Co, Farmer's Reserve Plum|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Celebrates
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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Celebrates

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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Celebrates

The Experience:

Outdoor “Mask-erade” and Dance Party

Laissez les bon temps rouler! “Let the good times roll”

Rhythmix invites you to an unforgettable afternoon of dance, music and fun as they celebrate Mardi Gras with the band they consider to be the best New Orleans band around the Bay – CHELLE & Friends! Experience a mix of jazz, funk, soul, R&B, gospel, swamp pop, rock and Mardi Gras Indian music in a stewpot of musical gumbo that is sweet, spicy, aromatic and definitely intoxicating.

Dance Party: Saturday, March 12^th 3-5pm. Doors open at 2:30 with tasty BBQ plates from Big Brah BBQ and refreshing beverages available for purchase. So, dust off those feathers, bust out your beads, and succumb to your sequins, for this one-of-a-kind outdoor “mask-erade” and costume dance party. Experience the magic of Mardi Gras!

For ages 16 & up. Please have your vaccination card and photo ID ready at check-in.

$25 Advance; $30 Day-of-Show. Tickets

About CHELLE! and Friends

CHELLE! and Friends is comprised of distinguished and accomplished musicians in the San Francisco Bay Area, including New Orleans native, and Oakland’s own ‘Queen of New Orleans Music’, Michelle Jacques. As artistic director and founder, Chelle brings together some very special friends to perform music that is vibrant and alive with the driving voices of Rhonda Crane, Jay Lamont and Bryan Dyer, Donna Viscuso on woodwinds, Eric Swinerman on guitar, Kevin Scott on bass and Michaelle Goerlitz on drums.

Covid Notes: For the health and safety of our community, ALL guests are required to show physical proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination (including Booster) or Negative COVID-19 test (PCR only, taken within 72 hours of the event) along with a photo ID for entry. All guests will be asked to remain masked on the premises. Performers may not be masked, but are also required to be fully vaccinated.

Where:

2513 Blanding Ave
Alameda

http://www.rhythmix.org

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-09T12:22:45-08:00March 9th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, CHELLE! & Friends, Mardi Gras Dance Party, play, Rhythmix Cultural Works|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Catering
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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Catering

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The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Catering

The Experience:

Serving Tuscan at the Downtown Alameda Whiskey Stroll!

It’s back! Sip and stroll your way through Alameda’s historic downtown district tasting premium craft whiskeys paired with yummy bites on Friday, March 4, 6-9pm. Enjoy food, drink, and entertainment while learning about the unique styles of Northern California distillers and local chefs.

C’era Una Volta is serving! They are bringing their Mediterranean delights from their Spirits Alley location to Downtown Alameda for the Whiskey Stroll. Their cuisine is a melange of carefully selected Italian favorites served up seasonally, and with lots of amore.

About C’era Una Volta

Enjoy a diverse Italian selection for traditional, vegetarian and vegan appetites. You can order starters, salads, pasta/risotto dishes for one or two, 3 course dinners or Gourmet Pizza Toscana with lots of vegan choices. And desserts. They also have a Winery Goodie box, Charcuterie and a Cheese & Crostini Selection to go with you as you visit the wineries, breweries or spirits locations in Spirits Alley.

Order individually and for groups, ask about their chef’s tasting menus, prepared by Chef Rudy pairing their fine Italian wines with savory flavors and sweet desserts. You can have your order delivered or pick up your meal inside the Bladium. 510-769-4828

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside the Bladium

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-03-03T09:44:14-08:00March 3rd, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Catering, Party trays., Tuscan cuisine, Whiskey Stroll|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. Beer Week Events
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The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. Beer Week Events

The Experience:

Blueberry Dogpatch Sour’s Debut + Beer Week Events!

New sour alert! Almanac’s Dogpatch series is named after the neighborhood in San Francisco where Almanac was born. This limited-edition blueberry twist started with a classic Flanders red ale base that then aged for months in oak wine barrels with fresh blueberries from Sierra Cascade Blueberry Farm, a family-owned and operated farm in the foothills east of Chico, CA. The farm has been certified organic since 1993, and they’re thrilled to feature their incredible berries in this one-of-a-kind sour.

Blueberry Dogpatch Sour is available NOW in the taproom and shipping via our webstore. Rolling into limited distribution next week!

Feb 18th | Meredith McHenry & Smish Smash Pop-Up | 6-9pm

And to close out Beer Week they’ve got two rock stars coming to the Almanac beer garden Friday night. Meredith McHenry will be bringing her vocal fire and full band AND Smish Smash will be flipping their incredible burgers. Don’t miss this epic outdoor concert and Smish Smash pop-up! CLICK HERE to RSVP on Facebook.

Feb 19th | Almanac & Friends With Island Of Black & White | 6-9pm

Almanac & Friends is BACK!! This epic party will feature live music by Island Of Black & White and the beer menu will be stacked with amazing breweries like Cerebral Brewing, Blackstack Brewing, Humble Sea, Oozlefinch, Moonraker, Resident Culture, Casa Agria, Hella Coastal, and more! CLICK HERE to RSVP on Facebook.

Sunday, Feb 20th | Sunday Funday | 12pm-8pm

To wrap up a jam-packed week of fun, let’s end with a relaxed and casual Sunday Funday! We’ll kick any leftover kegs from Almanac & Friends and enjoy stein specials, micheladas, and mimosas. Locos Only & Scolari’s Good Eats will be making their usual delicious food offerings, the music will be bumping, and the good vibes will be plentiful.

Almanac’s Barrel House, Taproom and Brewery are open 7 days a week!

Where:

651B W. Tower Ave
Alameda

http://almanacbeer.com

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-02-17T14:33:06-08:00February 17th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Alameda Point, Almanac Beer Co, Beer Weekevents, Blueberry Dogpatch Sour|0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Stage
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The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Stage

The Experience:

Words That Made the Difference: BROWN vs the BOARD OF EDUCATION

Join Rhythmix for an in-person stage performance Saturday, February 26 at 7pm! Words That Made the Difference: Brown vs. the Board of Education, a play written and directed by Dr. Cindy Acker, Ed.D, is based on actual events in the fight to end school segregation and is set in the courtrooms of history, capturing the real words in court cases that culminated in Brown vs. The Board of Education.

The script draws from trial transcripts of the five cases that were brought together in front of the Supreme Court and from Chief Justice Earl Warren’s memoirs. The words of Brown took effect years after the legal ruling.

Brown vs. the Board of Education has continued meaning as the nation struggles with the need to be an anti-racist society. Our recent awareness of pervasive discrimination and otherness still present in our nation is a reminder that the work for equity and social justice is still crucial.

Runtime: 1hr 45 min

Tickets: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/brown-vs-the-board-of-education/

Covid Notes: For the health and safety of our community, ALL guests are required to show physical proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination (including Booster) or Negative COVID-19 test (PCR only, taken within 72 hours of the event) along with a photo ID for entry. All guests will be asked to remain masked on the premises. Performers may not be masked, but are also required to be fully vaccinated.

About Dr. Cindy Acker

Dr. Cindy Acker, Ed.D. is a 5-time award-winning educator and playwright who lives and works in the City of Alameda. Cindy is the founder of The Child Unique and The Montessori Elementary Intermediate School of Alameda (MEISA) and has served as principal for over 30 years. She has several degrees in education, human development, spirituality, cultural studies and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from UC Berkeley. She is a published author and a national keynote speaker.

Where:

2513 Blanding Ave
Alameda

http://www.rhythmix.org

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2022-02-17T14:01:03-08:00February 17th, 2022|Tags: Alameda, Cindy Acker Ed.D, play, Rhythmix Cultural Works|0 Comments