Good morning, fellow Alamedans!

Hope your week’s off to a great start!

We got some fun stuff lined up around the island this week. From the job fair, family-friendly festivals, where to watch the 49ers, and even a couple of off-island events that looked worth mentioning. Let’s dive in.

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Here’s how it’s broken down:

• Hot Topics🌟 - Local festivals, networking, & more

• Quick Hits🎉 - Color Me Mine night, 49ers watch party, live music

• Community Updates 📣 - New bike lanes and design contest

• Exciting Events This Month 📆 - Rum Stroll + Filipino Island Fest

HIGHLIGHTS FOR THIS WEEK

Hot Topics 🌟

Eats, Drinks, and Vibes 💃 

Sun, Sept 14th

Solano Avenue Stroll
📍Solano Avenue, Albany & Berkeley | 10 AM to 5 PM
East Bay’s biggest street fest. One mile of Solano Ave. 400+ vendors. 100k people. Music, food, crafts, family fun.
Price: Free Entry

Sep 17th

Jazz Jam at Park Station
📍 Park Station | 6 PM - 8:30 PM
Enjoy live music, a spacious beer garden, 30 craft beers on tap, and good pub food. Fun vibes, family and dog-friendly, right in the middle of downtown Alameda.

Sat, Sept 20

Hasta La Raíz Release Party 
📍 Alameda Brewing | 12–6 PM | Free Entry
Celebrate a new Mexican lager launch with food, music, and community vibes.

Annual Crown Beach Coastal Cleanup
📍 Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach (Bathhouse) | 9 AM–12 PM
California’s annual Coastal Clean Up is this weekend! Join neighbors at Alameda’s Crown Beach for the statewide Coastal Cleanup. Walk-ups welcome, gear provided, just bring water and sun protection. Register here

Sun, Sept 21

8th Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ
📍Washington Park | 12–6 PM | Free entry (food & drinks for purchase)
Celebrate world-class live blues bands, enjoy local craft breweries, BBQ vendors, and a Family Zone for kids.

Networking 🗣️ 

Tue, Sept 16th

Alameda NRG Networking & Referral Meeting 
📍 Jay’s Coffee, 1414 Encinal Ave | 8:30–10 AM | Free
Local biz referral group. RSVP on Meetup.

Rotary Club of Alameda – Weekly Lunch Meeting 
📍 1409 Morton St | 12:30–1:30 PM | Guests welcome
Service-minded pros; solid room to meet locals.

East Bay SBDC Advising 
📍 Alameda Chamber Office, 2215-A South Shore Center | 12–4 PM | Free
Book a 45-min advising slot. Great for small biz support and intros.

Thu, Sept 18

11th Annual Autumn Job Fair
📍 South Shore Center | 2–4 PM | Free
Network with Bay Area employers. Make new connections.
Bonus: First 50 attendees get free headshots.

Thrifting 👖 

Sat, Sept 20

Thrift Fest
📍 Alameda County Fair Grounds | 12–6 PM
A massive market with over 125 vendors featuring vintage clothes, custom crafts, food, drinks, and adult beverages.
Price: $7 General Admission | Free for kids under 10

WEEKLY EVENTS

Quick Hits 🎉

Sports 🏈 

Sunday, Sept 14
Saints vs. 49ers Watch Party |📍 Alameda Brewing | 10 AM–2 PM | Free

Sunday, Sept 21
Cardinals vs. 49ers Watch Party |📍 Alameda Brewing | 1:25–5:25 PM | Free

Family 👪️ 

Saturday, Sept 20
Family Storytime | 📍 Alameda Free Library | 10:30–11 AM | Free |
Color Me Mine: Kids Night Out | 📍 Alameda | Evening art program for kids

Sunday, Sept 21
At The Movies Event | 📍 Patria Church | 9 AM & 11 AM | Free
Mon/Wed/Fri, Sept 15–30
Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime | 📍 Veterans Memorial Building | 10 AM–1 PM | $6 per family

Nightlife 🍸️ 

Thursday, Sept 18
Music Bingo | 📍Alameda Brewing | 7–9 PM | Free

Tuesday, Sept 16
TaCumbia: Taco Tuesday | 📍 Swell Bar | 5–9 PM | Free
Trivia Night | 📍 Alameda Brewing | 7–9 PM | Free

Friday, Sept 19
Open Mic Night | 📍 Alameda Brewing | 7–9 PM | Free
Live Music: Larrie Noble | 📍 Alameda Theatre | 7:30-10:15

Sunday, Sept 21
Live Music: Larrie Noble & Freinds | 📍 Alameda Theatre | 7:30-10:15

NEW & NOTE WORTHY

Community Updates 📣 

Alameda Library Card Design Contest
The Alameda Free Library is running a library card design contest through Sept 30th. Those who submit their designs have a chance to be featured on a limited-edition Alameda library card. More info

Ferry Service Updates
At the Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal, construction is now mostly complete, and paid parking is scheduled to launch this fall. Additionally, staff are resuming enforcement of parking restrictions on Adelphian Way. More info

Bike Safety Improvements
Grand Street is getting a new two-way protected bike lane between Shore Line Drive and Otis Drive, including a parking-protected section — a first for the area. means a safer, smoother ride if you're biking through town soon.

COMING UP SOON

Coming Up This Month📆 

Friday, Sept 26

Rum Stroll
📍 Downtown Alameda | 6 PM - 9 PM
Sip your way through downtown, enjoying local and international rum selections. There will be some small bites, craft spirits, and live music. VIP ticket option includes an exclusive tasting.
Price: $60-$82

Sunday, Sept 21

Exotic Bird Mart
📍 Alameda County Fairgrounds | 10 AM–3 PM
Vendors selling parrots, finches, cages, toys, and more.
Price: $15 for adults | $10 for kids

Saturday, Sept 27

Rod Stinson Band Live
📍Park Station Alameda | 4 PM - 7 PM
Outdoor music, food, and a family-friendly vibe. Dogs welcome.
Price: Free entry

Saturday, Oct 4

Filipino Island Fest
📍 Alameda Waterfront Park | 11 AM to 8 PM
A free community festival with food, music, and cultural performances celebrating Filipino American History Month.
Price: Free Entry

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