Bay Area events calendar for July 31 through Aug. 6 weekly editions

South Bay and Peninsula

July 31

“The History of Baseball, America’s Favorite Pastime” with Dr. Lindsay Bell: Celebrate America’s favorite sport, baseball, with historian Dr. Lindsay Bell. Explore how the game became a powerful symbol of the nation’s identity and earned its place as America’s pastime. Cost: $25 and up. 5:30 p.m., Ainsley Carriage House, 300 Grant St., Campbell. bit.ly/3RnChh2

Adam Ray — Who is Me Tour: Laugh out loud with Ray, a seasoned comedian and actor from Seattle who has appeared across television, film and digital platforms. His recent Netflix special, “Dr. Phil Unleashed,” debuted on the Netflix Top 10. Tickets start at $37.17. 7 p.m., San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose. bit.ly/45fOjfy

Sweet Revenge — My Chemical Romance Tribute: Enjoy a My Chemical Romance tribute by the band Sweet Revenge. Tickets start at $25. 7 p.m., The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose. bit.ly/3Tc4IPB

Aug. 1

NAQAAB — A Comedy Thriller Stage Play starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a Triple Role Live on Stage: Be entertained by Nawazuddin Siddiqui as he brings his unique live performance that blends comedy, suspense and drama that will keep you hooked. Tickets start at $39. 8 p.m., California Theatre, 345 S. First St., San Jose. bit.ly/4ptRZE1

Bollywood and Bhangra Beats: Get ready for an electrifying night of Bollywood music and beats of Punjabi Bhangra as you dance the night away to classic anthems and other favorites. 6 p.m., Bombay to Goa, 727 S. Wolfe Road, Sunnyvale. bit.ly/4wQCOXL

The Friendship Circle — a Cornerstone Social Circle Experience: If you’re seeking a genuine connection and meaningful conversation, then join this event and meet new people. This is not a dating or networking event. Mediterranean food and refreshments will be served. Tickets start at $75. 11:30 a.m., Maggiano’s Little Italy, 3055 Olin Ave., Suite 1000, San Jose. bit.ly/4wSfKb6

Aug. 2

Paul Conyers with Cody Woods and Marcus Howard: Watch these comedians perform on stage. Conyers is a comedian from San Francisco and was the winner of the 2020 World Series of Comedy Main Event in Las Vegas. He also released his debut special, “Above The Fray,” in 2020. Tickets start at $24.50. 7 p.m., Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club, 157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale. bit.ly/4hmmFoq

Aug. 3

Jazz Up Your Monday Night: Be entertained by jazz performances every Monday night. Enjoy great music, craft cocktails and great vibes. 7 p.m., Five Points, 169 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose. bit.ly/44Ccvsv

On Demand — Plant-Rich Snacks for Lasting Energy: Stanford registered dietitian Leah Groppo will give tips on how to make flavorful, plant-rich dishes and tasty energy bites. Developed by Stanford registered dietitians with support from the Stanford Nutrition Research Group, the video gives practical, evidence-based guidance for you. 5 p.m., virtual event. stanford.io/4vHJNl2

Aug. 4

Mindfulness Meditation: Join this online meditation with Phuong Pham, a Buddhist nun. Each session is 45 minutes of meditating together followed by 15 minutes of group sharing and a question-and-answer session led by Phuong so that participants can reflect together on the session and build community. Registration required. 7 p.m., virtual event. bit.ly/4aZMSW8

Aug. 5

“An Evening With Classic Albums Live — the Eagles’ Greatest Hits”: Be entertained by Classic Albums Live as they play your favorite tunes from The Eagles. Classic Albums Live recreates classic albums on stage, note-for-note. 7:30 p.m., The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga. bit.ly/3RlVzn0

Aug. 6

Line Dancing with Sandy and Kent: Work out, exercise your brain and enhance your balance while dancing to a wide range of music. No partner needed, and it’s open to beginners. Registration is not required, but registrants will each get an email reminder for the program including a link to the class playlist to practice beforehand. 3:30 p.m., Mitchell Park, 600 E. Meadow Drive, Palo Alto. bit.ly/3R9P7PX

Family Craft — Pick Your Own: Get crafty by choosing from a variety of supplies to create whatever you want. Children ages 4 to 11 are invited to make crafts using a variety of supplies, such as yarn, paper, scissors, glue, paint, stickers and more. All materials will be provided. 3:30 p.m., Children’s Library, 1276 Harriet St., Palo Alto. bit.ly/4wWn2L7

East Bay

July 31

Eighth Repaired Nations Black Solidarity Cooperative Conference: Join this two-day conference, and learn how to advance community ownership, economic democracy and cultural preservation. This year’s theme, “Cooperatives and Culture,” explores how traditions, values, creativity and collective action can help build thriving, community-owned economies. Times to be determined. Brookins AME Church, 2201 73rd Ave., Oakland. bit.ly/44HmIUt

Pro Arts Fundraiser On The Block: Pro Arts, founded in 1974 and one of the oldest alternative art institutions in Oakland, will host a fundraising and street party for the arts featuring music, food, a community canvas and live art events. 2 p.m., 15th Street between Webster and Harrison streets in Oakland. bit.ly/4w8VqCl

Library Obstacle Course @North: Looks like the library cat Lucky Day North de la Biblioteca has made a run for it, and it’s up to you to find Lucky Day before they get into trouble! Catch the cat by following the outdoor obstacle course on the pathway between the library building and the trees on the lawn. Complete the obstacle course and stop by the service desk to claim the small prize. 10 a.m., 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley. bit.ly/4wgp8ph

“The Music Never Stops: A Tribute to Bob Weir:” Watch the Dark Star Orchestra return to the Greek Theatre for two nights for the Rex Foundation benefit. The orchestra will open the show with Melvin Seals and JGB and will also be joined by the highly acclaimed Jazz Mafia Horn Section, featuring Mike Olmos on trumpet, Tommy Occhiuto on saxophone and Adam Theis on trombone. 4 p.m., UC Berkeley’s Greek Theatre, 2001 Gayley Road, Berkeley. bit.ly/4yyL0O5

Aug. 1

21st Frank Bette Plein Air Paintout: Observe the creative process of artists as they jury the Plein Air Paintout event. There will also be an exhibit and sale on Aug. 1. 10 a.m., South Shore Center, Alameda. bit.ly/44Fryla

Kappa Cruise 2026 Day Party: The Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated Berkeley Alumni Chapter will have its 10th anniversary cruise day party. If you’re part of the alumni, then don’t forget to reconnect with your fraternity brothers. Tickets start at $71. 12 p.m., 2394 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda. bit.ly/4wZ782F

Aug. 2

The Radical Quilts of Rosie Lee Tompkins with Constance Moore: Listen to artist, educator and illustrator Constance Moore read and share images from her newly released picture book that tells the story of artist Rosie Lee Tompkins. Tompkins has contributed more than 500 quilts to the collection of Eli Leon, a scholar and advocate for African American quiltmaking traditions who donated his entire collection to the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive. 1:30 p.m., BAMPFA, 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/3Tgb9kA

Film Screening — “The Clockmaker of St. Paul”: Watch this adaptation of a Georges Simenon novel, This adaptation shifts the setting of Simenon’s story from America to a petit-bourgeois neighborhood in Lyon. 4:30 p.m., 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/3RI5rYi

Aug. 3

The Books Are Open @ Central: View this exhibition featuring the work of artists from Berkeley tattoo parlors, plus vintage tattoo equipment and materials. The exhibit takes place across the Central Library, with art displayed on the second and fifth floors. 5 p.m., Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley. bit.ly/4vKmLdd

Meet a City of Berkeley Firefighter: Get up close and meet Berkeley Fire Department firefighters and listen to them as they explain about their gear and answer questions. There will also be firefighter stories and singing sessions for children and their caregivers. 1 p.m., Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley. bit.ly/4bUQmtb

Aug. 4

UCBRC Book Club — Virtual: If you are a retiree from UC Berkeley, LBNL or UCOP, then join the UC Berkeley Retirement Center Book Club. This time, the club is reading “Tom Paine’s America: The Rise and Fall of Transatlantic Radicalism in the Early Republic (Jeffersonian America)” by Seth Cotlar. 1 p.m., virtual event. bit.ly/4pubhcp

Aug. 5

Film Screening — “The Killing”: Watch this 1956 Stanley Kubrick suspense thriller starring Sterling Hayden as an ex-convict who plans a $2 million holdup of a heavily guarded racetrack. 7 p.m., BAMPFA, 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/45g8r16

Fireside Potluck and Film Screening — “Rasos with Wildflowers”: Join in a conversation with director Casondra Sobieralski about her ecological filmmaking process, followed by a screening of “Rasos with Wildflowers,” an award-winning experimental film exploring Lithuania’s cultural heritage through nature. RSVP required. 5 p.m., 2133 Tynan Ave., Alameda. bit.ly/4py0g9Y

Locust Street Festival: Enjoy this street festival celebrating community, creativity and connection. Furry friends are welcome. Enjoy live music, local art, artisan vendors, activities and plenty of beer, wine and food. 5 p.m., Locust St., Walnut Creek. bit.ly/4bxPmes

Aug. 6

Film Screening — “Le trou”: This film on prison escape will have you rooting for the success of its protagonists, all convicts of varying degrees of toughness attempting a prison break. 7 p.m., BAMPFA, 2155 Center St., Berkeley. bit.ly/4pt387S

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