Good morning, Alameda!

With this cold weather, it’s getting harder and harder to wake up on time in the morning. 

But I hope you’re ready because we’ve got a ton of community stuff this week.

From an Alameda classic to check out, a giveaway for students & job seekers, DJ sets, and of course, events going on around the island.

Let’s dive in!

In this week’s email:

• Featured: Glowfari & Wicked: For Good Release

• Restaurant of the week: Santoro’s Italian Market & Deli

• This Week’s Events: DJ Sets, Jazz, & Painting

• Houses on The Market: New Alameda Listings

Giveaway!

If you’re a student, parent, or job seeker, this is for you. One of our readers, Anne Williams, is giving away five free 6-month LinkedIn Premium memberships.

Premium lets you see who viewed your profile, message anyone, and show up higher in recruiter searches so you can land jobs or clients faster.

Enter using the form below. Winners announced next week.

Featured Event

GLOWFARI at the Oakland Zoo

Glowfari Lantern Festival | Daily (Nov 20–26) | 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm | From ~$40 📍 Oakland Zoo– Explore a wildly illuminating nighttime lantern festival featuring hundreds of giant glowing animal lanterns throughout the zoo. With immersive zones like glowing coral reefs, an African safari, and more coming throughout Nov-Jan. More info

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Wicked For Good Release

Wicked: For Good – Movie Release | Thurs, Nov 20 | Ticket prices vary 📍Alameda Theatre & Cineplex – The witches of Oz return in this long-awaited big-screen adaptation of the Broadway hit Wicked. See the untold story of Elphaba and Glinda from their early days to the moment Dorothy drops in. Show times

Restaurant of the Week

Santoro’s Italian Market & Deli

I guess I’ve been living under a rock, but I got to try Santoro’s Italian Market and Deli this week!

They’ve been in Alameda for over 16 years and make almost everything in-house. I made a video talking about my experience there and highlighting it. Check out the video here or the photo above!

Together with Ket Recipes

We all have those special family recipes that no one makes quite like Grandma.

Maybe it’s your uncle’s stuffing, Auntie’s sweet potato pie, or Grandma’s mac & cheese. These recipes are part of your family’s story, but over time, they can get lost or forgotten.

That’s why Alice created Ket Recipes to help.

Ket Recipes helps Alameda families save their treasured dishes by turning them into hardcover recipe books. They help you scan old recipe cards, gather family stories, and make a book you can hold, share, and pass down.

Special offer: Alice is opening her calendar to take on 4 new Alameda clients this week to help turn your family recipes into heirlooms you can pass down. To claim your spot, book a free consultation call to get started.

This Week’s Events

Family-Friendly Shows & Events

Meyers House and Garden Tours | Sat, Nov 22 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | $5 📍Meyers House, 2021 Alameda Ave, Alameda – Take a docent-led tour of this historic home and garden, featuring local architecture exhibits and a preserved 19th-century design studio.

Glowfari Lantern Festival | Daily (Nov 20–26) | 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm | From ~$30 📍 Oakland Zoo– Explore a wildly illuminating nighttime lantern festival featuring hundreds of giant glowing animal lanterns throughout the zoo. More info

Get Ready for Thanksgiving Family Festival | Sun, Nov 23 | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | Free 📍Temple Israel, 3183 Mecartney Rd, Alameda – Thanksgiving-themed songs, puppet show, and crafts for kids ages 0–5. More info

Arts & Entertainment

Patchwork Show: Makers Market & Festival | Sat, Nov 22 | 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm | Free 📍 Jack London Square – A modern makers festival comes to Oakland! Browse booths from dozens of local artisans and DIY craft vendors at this lively outdoor market. More info

Yotto “Anti” Tour DJ Set | Fri, Nov 21 | 9:00 pm | $$ 📍Gold Bar Hangar, 2505 Monarch St, Alameda – EDM & house music in an industrial warehouse venue. More info

Sasha and John Digweed | Sat, Nov 22 | 9 PM to late | $41 | 📍Gold Bar Hangar, Alameda - Two legendary DJs in one spot. If you love house music or just want a huge party, this is one of the biggest shows happening in Alameda this month. More info

Queer Canvas: Night Market & Art Walk | Fri, Nov 21 | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Free 📍 Dragon Rouge Bistro – A vibrant, sex-positive queer art market featuring 30+ LGBTQ+ artists, vendors, and live performances. More info

Drinks, Vibes, & Ongoing Events

Warriors vs. Trail Blazers Watch Party | Fri, Nov 21 | 7:00 pm | Free 📍Alameda Island Brewing Co. – Cheer for the Dubs with beers and good vibes.

49ers vs. Panthers Watch Party | Mon, Nov 24 | 5:15 pm | Free 📍Alameda Island Brewing Co. – Monday Night Football and local brews.

Trivia Tuesday | Tue, Nov 25 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Free 📍Alameda Island Brewing Co., 1716 Park St – Team up and test your knowledge for prizes and bragging rights.

Karaoke Friday at Hobnob | Fri, Nov 21 | 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM | Free 📍The Hobnob, 1313 Park St, Alameda – Sing your heart out or just kick back with a beer at this weekly karaoke party in the heart of Alameda. More info

Alameda Farmers’ Markets | Saturday, Nov 22 & Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Free entry📍Haight Ave & Webster St, Alameda

Pickleball Beginner Social | Thu, Nov 20 | 6–7 PM |📍Monarch St, Alameda – The Hub Sports Club. More info

Social & Connection

Romantic Sunset Paint & Sip | Sun, Nov 23 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | $45 📍Faction Brewing – Paint a romantic sunset with a drink in hand. Art supplies and your first beverage included. More info

Ocean Hoptimism: Engineering Hope | Thu, Nov 20 | 7:00 pm | Free 📍Faction Brewing – Inspiring talk by ocean engineer Liz Taylor. Canned food donations encouraged. More info

Chemistry Collective Pre-Thanksgiving Dance Party | Fri, Nov 21 | 9:30 pm – 2:00 am | $12.50+ 📍Dragon Rouge, Alameda – Inclusive poly/queer dance night with DJ and drink specials.

Just Us × Barkada Kamayan Dinner | Fri, Nov 21 | Night Market 5–9 PM, Dinner 6–8 PM, Live Music 7 PM | $50 📍Faction Brewing, Alameda – A communal Filipino feast with island reggae, handmade goods, and supporting local youth and families in need. More info

Live Music with the Alameda Jazz Collective | Sat, Nov 22 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Free 📍The Hobnob, Alameda – Enjoy dinner and smooth jazz tunes from local favorites the Alameda Jazz Collective in a cozy downtown setting. More info

Beyond Alameda

Cirque du Soleil: ECHO | Thu, Nov 20 | 7:30 pm | From ~$100 📍 Under the Big Top, Oracle Park, SF – Cirque du Soleil returns to the Bay Area with ECHO, a dazzling new show under a big-top tent

Great Dickens Christmas Fair | Sat–Sun, Nov 22–23 (and weekends thru Dec 21) | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | $$ 📍 Cow Palace, Daly City – Travel back to Victorian London at this massive immersive holiday fair spanning over 4 acres. More info

SF SPCA Holiday Windows at Macy’s | Fri, Nov 21 (kickoff) | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Free 📍 Macy’s Union Square – Adorable adoptable kittens and puppies take over Macy’s storefront displays in this beloved annual tradition. More info

Lightscape at SF Botanical Garden | Opens Fri, Nov 21 | entry times from 5:00 pm | $32 📍 SF Botanical Garden – Golden Gate Park’s Botanical Garden transforms into a magical illuminated trail at night. More info

West Coast Craft (Indie Design Fair) | Sat–Sun, Nov 22–23 | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | Free 📍 Fort Mason Festival Pavilion – Shop the West Coast’s top indie makers at this giant craft and design fair. More info

Glow: Festival of Light at the Exploratorium | Opening Weekend Sat–Sun, Nov 22–23 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm | $23-$40 📍 The Exploratorium, Pier 15, Embarcadero – The Exploratorium’s annual light art extravaganza kicks off with special daytime activities. By day, explore interactive exhibits that radiate and glow. More info

San Francisco Thanksgiving Eve Bar Crawl | Wed, Nov 26 | 6:00 pm – late 📍 Polk Street – Party hop through SF’s bars on the biggest bar night of the year. More info

Houses On The Market

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— For Frankie