So active is
the Berkeley community, that we are extending last week’s coverage of events to
this week.
If weather
permits, take a stroll over to the Live Oak Park Fair (1301 Shattuck Ave.)
tomorrow or Sunday between 10:00am to 6:00pm. This annual fair has been going
on for 43 years, and, like we promised, has something for everyone. Browse for
pleasure, or buy with purpose, as affordable arts and crafts, jewelry, clothing
and more will be on display. You want entertainment? You got it. Listen to live
music and marvel at magic shows, among other diversions. And what would a fair
be without food. Delight in some culinary curiosities at the Edible Tastings,
courtesy of Edible East Bay, which benefits and recognizes People’s Grocery. So
eat, and eat for a good cause. For further information about the Live Oak Park
Fair, call (510) 227-7110. (If you choose to drive there, please remember to
wear your sunglasses – if not for yourself, for others,
and especially your buddies here at Site for Sore Eyes.
Culture
vultures, people of Irish extraction (or both) may be interested in checking
out ‘Bloomsday in Berkeley’ next Saturday, June 15th at the Garden
Gate Creativity Center, located at 2911 Claremont Ave. This event celebrates the
Irish author, James Joyce, with staged readings and music. (James Joyce’s stuff
may not be to all tastes, but he really did look like the classic writer and
intellectual in those rimless eyeglasses! What
do you think?) Want to give it a chance? Call (510) 472-2834 to reserve
your space.
In two weeks
(Saturday, June 22nd), hang out at The 10th Annual
Berkeley World Music Festival. Considering that starting time is 12:00 noon and
finishes at 9:00pm, and that there is no admission (i.e., free), this is one of
the best deals in live entertainment you’ll find in the near future.
Contemporary, classical, and multi-cultural music will be heard. This concert
is taking place at 2454 Telegraph Ave. Give a call to (510) 859-8583 or visit www.berkeleyworldmusic.org to learn
more. And remember, if you wear glasses or contact lenses,
keep them clean and ready. Seeing these musicians in action is just as
enjoyable as hearing their music.
The city of
Berkeley cannot get enough music. This extends even to youngsters. On Saturday,
June 29th, stop in at the Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse at 2020
Addison St. for the beginning of the week-long fiddlekids concert, where
children will present their versatility on the violin. Like the World Music
Festival, admission is free. Who knows? One of the fiddlekids of today could be
the prodigy of tomorrow. Call (510) 644-2020.
What you
have read here are only a few of what Berkeley has to offer. For more events,
as well as for ones that take place during the week, visit SF Gate.
The members
of Site for Sore Eyes Berkeley feel truly fortunate to be located
where so much diversity in the arts, education, and culture are celebrated.
There is so much to do and see, so remember – keep your vision strong.
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