The Experience, Alameda: Almanac Beer Co. Offerings
The Experience:
A vacation close to home!
With six unique gathering spaces, each with its own vibe, Almanac is a vacation close to home. And there’s tons of parking, which in itself is a vacation!
Kids can dive into fun with their sandboxes, slushies, pinball machines and classic arcade games, while adults can savor world-class, award-winning beer and delicious food options, including pizza, sandos, burgers, salads and vegetarian dishes. Featured here is Scolari’s Burger with bacon, blue cheese and blueberries, if you can imagine.
Once you’ve decided on food, grab a beer to your liking – for light beers there’s Crispy Girl, a Czech Pilsner or if you want something hoppy there’s Overcast or Big Love or Flow – a west coast IPA. Like fruity? Try Sunshine & Opportunity, a Sour with Triple Strawberry & Dragonfruit.
Here’s whose cooking this weekend both Saturday and Sunday.
- Crazy Block Cheesecake
- Marley G’s Pizza
- O’toole’s Fire & Spice
- Scolari’s Good Eats
So grab your friends and take a break out at Alameda Point. The crew at Almanac can’t wait to see you.
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
The Experience, Richmond: East Brother Beer Co for a Cause
The Experience:
Raise a pint for our California neighbors!
Join East Brother Beer Co. on Saturday, January 25th, as they bring the community together to support our California neighbors impacted by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
On this day, they’re proud to donate a percentage of all proceeds from every pint, six-pack, and growler to aid the victims and help rebuild lives. “Let’s turn our love for craft beer into an act of compassion,” says co-owner Rob Lightner. “Whether you visit our Richmond taproom or enjoy our brews at home, every sip contributes to a brighter tomorrow.”
What You Need to Know:
When: Saturday, January 25th, all day – 11am-8pm
Where: East Brother Beer Co. Taproom 1001 Canal Blvd in Richmond
Why: To bring hope and relief to our fellow Californians in need
“Together, we can make a difference,” continues Rob. ”Let’s turn the warmth of community into real change.” Spread the word! Invite your friends, family, and fellow beer lovers to join the cause and have a greater impact.
Your favorite food trucks will be rolling in so you can savor some tasty bites while supporting the cause. And while you’re there pick up a Cal Athletics-inspired pint glass in the taproom. They are proud sponsors of the Cal-Athletics at UC Berkeley. Go Bears! Questions? (510) 230-4081.
Where:
1001 Canal Blvd
Richmond
The Experience, Alameda: Urban Legend Cellars Sips + Nibbles
The Experience:
Bubbles are on the tasting menu. Savory food awaits.
Punch up your Saturday and Sunday this weekend with beautiful views, cozy spaces, tasty eats and delicious wine.
It’s Bay Area fave Bacon Bacon (featured here) on Saturday and halal cuisine from Seasoned & Co. on Sunday – an explosion of flavor all around. Pick your experience and relax with:
Tastings – Enjoy a curated tasting of 4 current releases with vegan/gluten free small bites–a wine exploration just for you. With indoor and outdoor options, tailor your perfect experience.Wine. Sparkling, white, rose or red. Limited production and there’s always something distinctive.
Glasses & Bottles – Settle into one of our pergolas on the patio or indoors in the wine studio with your favorite sip – and up to 8 of your favorite people.
- Wine Tastings and Bacon Bacon Sat, Jan 18, 12- 5:30pm
- Wine Tastings and Seasoned & Co Sun, Jan 19, 12-5:30pm
- And don’t forget to pick up your Alameda Trail Guide!
- Owners Steve and Marilee Shaffer are both passionate about great and interesting food wines. They can’t wait to see you and introduce you to their wines. Reserve your experience now! Questions? 510.545.4356
Where:
1951 Monarch St, Building 25
Alameda Point
The Experience, Richmond: Riggers Loft Wine Co Sat & Sun
The Experience:
Wine paired with music and views – a great vibe!
Enjoy the clear weather this weekend down on the water where you will find a collective wine bar, tasting room, working winery and cidery where you can taste, have a glass of wine or share a bottle. Plus, immerse yourself in tasty bites from Chef Frank’s Kitchen while enjoying your wine against a fantastic backdrop.
And the music!
Saturday January 11th, 2-5pm THE BONAFIDES – Inspired by the great New Orleans pianists and the music and vibe of Treme, the Bonafides keep the spirit and music of Longhair, Booker, Rebbenack, and Cleary alive. With some soulful saxophone and vocals, settle in for an afternoon of New Orleans jazz and soul. Saturday January 11th.
Sunday January 12th LOST IN THE FOG – The electric upbeat sounds of Latin, Funk, Jazz, and Soul…that’s the focus of this incredibly fun and upbeat group. Expect lively rhythms, rich melodies, an energetic vibe, and soulful depth.
Grab your friends and head down to the water. You won’t be sorry. Plus, they can’t wait to see you!
About Riggers Loft Wine Co
The beauty about Riggers Loft Wine Co is that you can treat yourself to a wine tasting on the weekend and relax to some great jazz.and blues. Wood-fired pizzas and tasty salads on the menu to accompany the wine or cider of your choice. Chill and enjoy as you sip, eat and vibe!
Riggers Loft is situated right next to the water on San Francisco Bay in an industrial chic building with absolutely amazing views. It is a tasting room and wine bar, with a beautiful event space.Riggers Loft is home to owners R&B Cellars, with guest wineries: Carica Wines, Wachira Wines, Barrel + Ink, Prima Materia, and Far West Cider Company. Great outdoor patio on the water.
Having a holiday party or special occasion? Check out their various catering menus here. Everything you can imagine for your special event is part of their culinary menu themes: Italian Cuisine, French Bistro, Japanese Sushi Bar, Asian Inspired Cusine, South of The Border, Southern Barbecue and Indian Cusine.
Give them a call or email with your details and you will be surprised at your amazing event produced by the team at Riggers Loft.
Hours:
- Thursdays: 5-8pm
- Fridays: 5-9pm (Closed Friday, October 15 due to a wedding)
- Saturdays: 1-9pm
- Sundays: 1-7pm.
Where:
1325 Canal Blvd
Richmond, CA 94804
https://www.riggersloftwine.com/
The Experience, Alameda: Rhythmix Cultural Works Presents
The Experience:
Musician Deborah Crooks helps you take flight!
Saturday, February 8th at 7pm, dive into Flight Lessons, an inspiring Folk Opera, based on a true story of Peregrine Falcons nesting on Oakland’s Fruitvale Bridge. It’s the story of the falcons and humans coexisting at the edge of wild and urban life, with the narrative following an urban wildlife biologist.
When tragedy strikes, the lives of these remarkable birds and their human neighbors intersect in a powerful tale of resilience, adaptation and connection.
How do we value the wild in urban spaces? How do we heal after loss? This is an inspiring story at the crossroads of nature and humanity.
Tickets for Flight Lessons, A Folk Opera by Deborah Crooks are available now.
About
Deborah Crooks has released several collections of critically noted original music, including the 2013 release Little Bird (produced by Art Khu and described as “a masterful piece of work”), 2016’s 7-song CD Beauty Everywhere, and her latest, the 11-song collection The Department of the West (2019). Born and raised in California, Deborah grew up surrounded by nature, but close enough to San Francisco to be influenced by the city’s history of social, musical and political upheaval. Her work has evolved over her years studying natural history at UC Santa Cruz, writing and poetics at The Naropa Institute in Boulder, CO; voice and yoga in Mysore, India, and co-writing and collaborating with her Bay Area peers. Along with her solo musical work, she co-founded the band Bay Station and its “Love the Bay“ Music & Sailing video series with Kwame Copeland.
Where:
2513 Blanding Ave
Alameda
