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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: 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

Spring Drinks On the Bay at Skates

If you were following the story of Mixologist Meets Botanist at Skates on the Bay, you will want to know about the splash of Spring Cocktails Skates is currently featuring:

·         Lavender Collins – Hangar 1 vodka, distilled locally in Alameda, Giffard Crème de Violette and their house-crafted lavender syrup. This is a wonderful twist on a traditional “poolside” – or in this case “bayside” – drink. Enjoy a slight sweetness with just the right amount of lavender to make it unique to the palette, yet still maintain a nice balance.
·         Parasol-Lillet Blanc – St. Germain elderflower liqueur, house-crafted honey syrup and Ruffino Prosecco. For folks who enjoy the bubbly, this is a smooth, slightly herbaceous spring, sipping cocktail.
·         Robin’s Nest – Hendricks gin, Giffard Crème de Violette, lemon juice and house-crafted maraschino syrup. Mixologist Rob McCarthy spends a lot of time fine tuning ingredients so they balance and complement one another. With the Robin’s Nest you get the distinct flavor of gin rounded out on the end with the juicy richness of maraschino cherries and lavender. It’s a great combination of unusual elements.
·         Young Man’s Game – Bulleit 95 Rye, Dubonet, Cointreau and Peychaud bitters. This is a drink for those ladies and gentlemen who like a little “mmph” in their adult beverage. If you haven’t experienced rye, this would be a fantastic introduction.

Stay tuned for the new cocktail menu coming out soon!

By Mary Lou Thiercof|2016-07-13T08:15:53-07:00May 7th, 2016|Tags: cocktails, play|0 Comments