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The Experience, Alameda: Karibu Wine Lounge by Wichira Wine Club

The Experience:

Join the party!

It’s Wine Club Time at Karibu Lounge – Wines by Wichira on Sunday, Aug 17, 2-6pm.

Members can RSVP at (510) 479-4920 and if you are not a member, this is the time to sign up. Catered food, live music and a room full of wine lovers awaits you!

Enjoy their selection of multi-award winning wines and beers from underserved BIPOC, women and local crafters. This gathering will brighten your day and the wine will delight.

Hours: Wed/Thurs 5-9pm; Fri 4-10pm; Sat 1-10pm; Sun 1-8pm (510) 479-4920

About

KARIBU by Wachira wine lounge is the home of Wachira Wines, an extraordinary vision and effort of Dr. Chris Wachira, the first Kenyan-born, Californian winemaker. As a young immigrant, Chris fell in-love with the science of winemaking and developed a deep appreciation for the sense of community built from sharing a bottle of wine with complete strangers. Her story is about equity and the ability to succeed through adversity. The lounge is a a welcoming community filled with great wine, art and camaraderie.

Where:

1419 Park St.

Alameda

https://karibulounge.com

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    The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering Honored

    The Experience:

    Chef Rudy meets Capitol royalty

    It was an incredible honor for C’era Una Volta to cook for Senator Nancy Pelosi at the Italian Consulate in San Francisco recently. From burrata to branzino, Chef Rudy brought the flavors — and the flair! Rudy exclaimed, “Grazie mille to the Consulate for the warm hospitality and an unforgettable afternoon.” And yes… there was Torta della Nonna involved.

    About C’era Una Volta

    C’era Una Volta has all your Italian favorites and Chef Rudy’s specials represent historic Tuscany flavors. Questions or to place your order:  510.769.4828 or or call Chef Rudy at 510-205-3734. A tavola non s’invecchia mai – “At the table, we never grow old.” You can gear up for your holiday parties  with a Tuscan flair by contacting them now – (510) 769-4828.

    Where:

    800 W Tower Ave. inside The Hub Sports Club, formerly the Bladium

    Alameda

    https://www.ceraunavolta.us

    By |2025-08-07T13:55:55-07:00August 7th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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    The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Annual Gala

    The Experience:

    Keep Rhythmic Cultural Works Thriving!

    Are you ready for an unforgettable afternoon as Grammy® Award-winning Pacific Mambo Orchestra returns to light up the stage at this year’s Pour Your HeART Out Benefit for Youth Arts Education?  Rhythmix Cultural Works is excited to host their annual fundraising gala, Pour Your HeART Out, on August 3rd! Sunday, 4:30-7:30pm.

    Called “one of the best large Latin ensembles in the Continental USA” (Latinjazz.net), PMO will bring high-energy music & dancing to this community celebration, all in support of arts education for Alameda County youth.

    Enjoy tasty culinary delights and drinks from local favorites like Alameda Natural Grocery, Café Jolie, Julie’s, Trabocco, C’era Una Volta, Shanvi Indian Kitchen and more. Sip on wines from Dashe Cellars, Cary Q, Urban Legend and Wente Vineyards. Enjoy your fave brews from Faction and Drakes. Dive into sweet treats from Craft Chocolate, Crispian Bakery and Donut Petit. Food & drink must already have you stoked. Now buy your tickets for the best seats!

    Support our friends at Rhythmic who bring us art and culture all year long! Bring your friends and save with table packages. More Info. Tickets

    Photo/Alvaro Batista Photography

    Where:

    2513 Blanding Ave
    Alameda

    http://www.rhythmix.org

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    The Experience, Alameda: Frank Bette Center for the Arts Classes

    The Experience:

    Begin your journey as an artist!

    Introduction to Oil Painting with Veronica Aguilar

    Here’s your plan to develop your oil painting skills and learn how to create a dynamic composition. Six sessions on Thursdays from 6-8pm: Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 & Sept. 4, 11

    Start oil painting as a new experience or experience this class as a refresher course. Get ready to discover your personal expression and have fun! You will develop confidence in brush handling and proper care. You’ll learn how values (lights and darks) play an important role in your painting and understand color theory and the principles of design. Learn color mixing skills to create interesting variations, play with color, experiment with techniques and learn more about yourself.

    Notes:  Suitable for beginning to intermediate skill levels; 18+ years;   Download materials list here.

    About the Instructor:  Veronica is an Oakland native and has her BFA in Fine Art Painting from Academy of Art University in San Francisco. Currently pursuing her MFA , she enjoys painting urban landscapes from all of her world travels. Currently she is producing a series of figure paintings featuring Mexican Ballet Folklorico dancers.  @Lovesmangos_art.

    About Frank Bette Center for the Arts

    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.

    Where:

    1601 Paru St.
    Alameda

    https://www.frankbettecenter.org/

    By |2025-07-17T14:09:55-07:00July 17th, 2025|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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    The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. Burger Week

    The Experience:

    This is the ultimate burger!

    Grab your friends and take a break out at Alameda Point. You are supposed to be indulging in all kinds of new burgers during the official Bay Area Burger Week.

    Bay Area Burger Week is a 12-day celebration of special menus around the San Francisco Bay Area honoring America’s greatest contribution to global culinary culture: the burger.

    Featured here is Scolari’s Good Eats offering from their food truck at Almanac – the Blueberry Bacon Blue Cheeseburger. It’s made with a peppercorn Crusted Pattie, Blueberry Sauce, Bacon, Blue Cheese Arugula, Red Onion and Basil Aioli all on a fresh Challah Bun!

    If this sounds too ‘out there’ for you, you can order their Classic Cheeseburger made with American cheese, pickle, butter lettuce, red onion, tomato and house sauce on a Challah Bun. And then there’s the Wimpy Burger made on a Sesame Bun with ketchup, onion, mustard and pickle.

    The crew at Almanac can’t wait to see you. And pour you your fave brew.

    About Almanac

    Almanac Beer Co. brews bold and innovative beers inspired by California’s rich pioneering and agricultural traditions. Visit their taproom and also tap into some great food! Almanac’s Barrel House, Taproom and Brewery are open 7 days a week: M-Th 12-9pm; F 12-11pm; Sa 11am – 11pm; Su 11am-9pm. Food trucks daily.  (415) 992-3438

    Where:

    651B W. Tower Ave
    Alameda

    http://almanacbeer.com

    By |2025-06-19T16:06:07-07:00June 19th, 2025|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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