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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Weekend

The Experience:

A pint and great grill for Father’s Day!

Fresh beer and soccer matches aren’t the only things happening at Faction this week.  Check it out!

Thursday – Free Craft Night is back! Beaded rainbow fish & critters. All supplies provided, totally free, and all skill levels welcome.

Friday – Learn the art of soft pretzel making with Grainbakers. Twist, boil, bake, and leave with fresh pretzels and beer cheese. Tickets. More of a frosting person? Grainbakers is also hosting a cupcake decorating class. Leave with some beautifully decorated cupcakes and some new skills. Tickets.

Saturday – Bayou 2 The Bay brings seafood boils, live-fire steaks, cold beer, and city views to Faction. Not a bad way to kick off Father’s Day weekend. (@samarasoutherncreations for more information and links to tickets)

Sunday – The Alameda Record Swap returns from 11am-5pm. Bring Dad, buy him a pint, and help him dig for a few forgotten favorites.

Now stop thinking about it and just get over there!

Food Truck Schedule:

  • Thu, Jun 18 – Curry & Combo
  • Fri, Jun 19 – La Santa Torta
  • Sat, Jun 20 – Calafia Taqueria
  • Sun, Jun 21 – Satay by the 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

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The Experience, Emeryville: Bay Street Emeryville Juneteenth

The Experience:

Join the Juneteenth Block Party!

Friday, June 19, 12-5pm. Join Bay Street this Juneteenth as they partner once again with Spoiled Boutique for the Bay Area Black Fashion Expo: a powerful Juneteenth Block Party celebrating culture, commerce, community, and freedom.

Here’s what’s happening throughout the day:

  • The Marketplace (Ohlone Way to Christie Ave) curated by Krave The Experience, featuring up to 100 Black-owned small businesses. 
  • 21+ zone: Sip, socialize and be seen!
  • Bay Area Black Fashion Expo showcasing bold African American Designers & Boutique Owners presented by Spoiled Boutique. BABFE presents ‘In Beautiful Color and A Fasion World’ where culture, fashion, and beauty collide in full expression.

This event will feature multiple stages with fashion, beauty, and live musical performances for an all-day celebration with food, wine, kids activities & all-day shopping! Details

This isn’t just a Fashion or hairshow… it’s a whole EXPERIENCE, giving 90s sitcom energy, Black excellence, and vibes. Grab your free tickets here!

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

By |2026-06-18T10:15:41-07:00June 18th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Festival

The Experience:

You’ve got live music, beer, wine, tasty bites, shopping & fun!

Hit the Village up this Saturday at the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival. A lively summer celebration of local craft beverages, live entertainment, and community spirit, the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival returns to Montclair Village on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12pm to 6pm. This is such a fun gathering of like minds. A local wine, beer and food tasting pumped by live music; complemented by artisan wares, shops, restaurants,  and neighbors. You are assured a fantastic experience. Just talk to all the vendors and you will learn so much about the great region where we live.

WHEN: Saturday, June 20 12 – 6pm

WHERE: Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in the center of Montclair Village

WHAT: Craft Beer & Artisan Wines, Montclair bites, restaurants, boutique shops & more!

Food:

  • Tante’s – Potato spinach knishes, garlic fries and Evergood sausages
  • Daughter Thai – Kai Gor Rhae, Crispy Hodo Tofu w/ Tamarind Sauce, Sticky Rice + Peanut Sauce, Thai Tea, Fresh Young Coconut
  • Sliver Pizza – Sourdough pizza with fresh veggies by the slice or pie
  • Oh G Burger – Smash burgers, sandwiches, fries and shakes
  • Perle Bar – banhmi sandwiches, spring rolls, cocktails
  • El Agavero  – street tacos with all the fixings, margaritas, beer, and aguas frescas

Drinks:

Dozens of amazing local craft beverage makers will be pouring up some of the best beer, wine, ciders, and other bevvies including Alameda Brewing, Altamont Brewing, Farmstead Cheeses & Wine, Father’s Brewing, Headworks Brewing and Longman’s Gin. Full list of craft beverage makers here.

 Entertainment:

  • Park Day School Play Palooza Fun Zone
  • Live Music all day:
    • Prospect
    • Cardboard People
    • Bululu
    • DJ DJ2
    • DJ BlackWoman
    • Dani

Give Dad a day in Montclair for Father’s Day!

Entrance is free. Various drink packages are available. Check out details and Buy Tickets Here!

Where:

Montclair Village – Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

By |2026-06-18T11:23:19-07:00June 18th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern Summer

The Experience:

A light early supper treat + more!

Step out of the heat and into our fave Alameda tavern to delight in a light salad for a late afternoon or early supper.

It’s fresh and locally sourced. Their Greek Salad is loaded with juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, red onion, baby arugula, and plenty of feta. A favorite flavor in a Greek Salad to many of us is the way the feta enhances the essence of all the greens and vegetables.

Other salads on the menu include:

  • Wedge Salad – Iceberg lettuce with bacon and bleu cheese dressing
  • Beet Salad – Ruby beets over arugula, fresh shaved fennel, strawberry, feta mousse, toasted pistachios with a strawberry vinaigrette
  • Greek Cobb Salad – Grilled chicken, bacon, feta, tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives over mixed greens
  • And a Classic Caesar Salad

And then if you actually want a little more, you have so much to choose from – starters, entrees, sides or dessert!

These ‘tastes’ can complement your salad:

  • Calamari – Crispy fried calamari with onion petals. lemon garlic aioli and cocktail sauce
  • Grilled Halloumi Cheese – Over a bed of arugula, cherry tomatoes. and pita with a lemon caper sauce
  • Pancetta-Wrapped Prawns GF – Served over a bed of baby arugula drizzled with a lemon beurre blanc
  • Loukaniko – Locally made Greek sausage served with tzatziki and pita bread
  • Meatballs –Meatballs in a roasted tomato sauce
  • Spanakopita Ⓥ – Spinach and feta pie in filo dough
  • And more! Plus, they have a to-die-for decadent chocolate cake.

And have a glass of wine or a cocktail. Fans rave about their Alameda Gold Rush cocktail – Redemption High Rye Bourbon, Greek Wildflower Honey, Fresh Lemon and a Touch of Cinnamon. Have fun! They can’t wait to serve you!

Hours: Mon – Thurs 4-8:30pm. Fri – 4-9:30pm; Sun – 4-9pm.Bar opens at 4pm. Dinner at 5pm. (510) 671-2867

Where:

1901 Park St.

https://theparkstreettavern.com

By |2026-06-11T14:03:43-07:00June 11th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Emeryville: Bay Street Emeryville Watch Party

The Experience:

Eat, drink + watch the World Cup on the big screen!

June 11 – June 14. Experience the excitement of the World Cup in Emeryville at Bay Street’s Dining Terrace. Join fellow soccer fans to watch live World Cup matches* on their outdoor TVs while enjoying great food, drinks, and community in the heart of the East Bay. Grab a meal from your favorite Bay Street restaurants, settle in around the fire pits, and enjoy every goal, save, and celebration in a lively outdoor setting.  With a variety of dining options, comfortable outdoor seating, and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to gather for matchday, plus you don’t have to provide the food or beverages for your friends! Match schedules and viewing times:

  • Thurs, June 11 Mexico vs. South Africa, 12pm; South Korea vs. Czechia, 7pm
  • Fri, June 12 Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, 12pm; USA vs. Paraguay, 6pm
  • Sat, June 13 Qatar vs. Switzerland, 12 pm; Brazil vs. Morocco, 3pm; Haiti vs. Scotland, 6pm
  • Sun, June 14 Germany vs. Curacao, 10am; Netherlands vs. Japan, 1pm;
    Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador, 4pm; Sweden vs. Tunisia, 7pm

*Only games aired live during Bay Street Emeryville’s operating hours will be shown.

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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