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Calendar of Events & Activities
Tuesday, April 18
“Spring Break Science Week”
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tilden Regional Park
This is a weeklong program of activities for children ages 9 to 12. Registration is required, and the program costs between $125 and $139 per child,
510-636-1684
“Dinosaur Safari”
Noon and 1:30 p.m.
Lawrence Hall of Science, Centennial Drive above UC Berkeley campus
This is part of a series of family events being held through April 28. “Celebrate Spring” events are included with admission to the science center.
510-642-5132; www.lhs.berkeley.edu
Historical Institutionalism Seminar
Noon
119 Moses Hall, UC Berkeley campus
Chris Howard, from the College of William & Mary, will speak on “Social Citizenship in the American States, 1900-1935.”
“Is Assertiveness chutzpah?” with Betty Goren
1 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Ave.
510-644-6107
Free computer class for seniors
1-4 p.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
This free course offers basic instruction in keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Windows 95, Excel and Internet access. Space is limited; the class is offered Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Call ahead for a reservation.
510-644-6109
Berkeley Farmers’ Market
2-7 p.m.
Derby Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Way and Milvia Street
510-548-3333
“Pilgrimage: One Woman’s Return to a Changing India”
7:30 p.m.
Easy Going Travel Shop and Bookstore, 1385 Shattuck Ave.
Pramila Jayapal, an Indian-bored, Western-educated woman, returns to her country of birth and presents an inside look at contemporary societal issues in India. This event is free.
510-848-3533
Wednesday, April 19
“Spring Break Science Week”
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tilden Regional Park
This is a weeklong program of activities for children ages 9 to 12. Registration is required, and the program costs between $125 and $139 per child,
510-636-1684
Third Annual Spring Fling
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
People’s Park
This will be a day of games, arts and crafts, face painting, interactive games and more, with a scheduled visit by the Easter Bunny.
510-644-7729
Korean Music and Dance
Noon
Hertz Hall, UC Berkeley campus
Members of the Korean Youth Cultural Center will join the Yong-In University Art Troupe in the final performance of their West Coast debut. This concert is free.
Harris Seminar
Noon
119 Moses Hall, UC Berkeley campus
Dan Schnur, former Director of Communication for John McCain and IGS Visiting Scholar, will speak on “Straight Talk Talk.”
“Art of Recycling Day”
Noon
Lawrence Hall of Science, Centennial Drive above UC Berkeley campus
This is part of a series of family events being held through April 28. “Celebrate Spring” events are included with admission to the science center.
510-642-5132; www.lhs.berkeley.edu
Caregivers support group for Alzheimer’s
1:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Ave.
510-644-6107
Art in the Garden
2-4:30 p.m.
UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Drive
Karen LeGault, a local artist and teacher whose work has been exhibited internationally, is leading this eight-week class in drawing and painting from nature. Both experienced artists and beginners are welcome. Call ahead for more information or to enroll.
510-643-2755
“MAS 2000 Climbing School”
6 p.m.
REI Berkeley, 1338 San Pablo Ave.
Mountain Adventure Seminars offers an introductory rock climbing school with instruction on equipment, fundamental climbing techniques, basic anchoring and safety procedures. Registration required. The in-store training will be followed by an outdoors session Saturday morning. Cost is $110.
800-362-5462
Citizens Humane Commission
6:30 p.m.
North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Ave.
The commission will discuss the proposed animal shelter, affordable spay/neuter and the euthanasia policy at the Berkeley animal shelter.
Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
7 p.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
Among other items, the commission will discuss the proposed Living Wage Ordinance.
Forum: Health Status of African Americans in the Berkeley Community
7 p.m.
Progressive Avenue Baptist Church, 3301 King St.
Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson and Congresswoman Barbara Lee will chair a community meeting on the health of African Americans in Berkeley. They will address the following concerns: the death rate for African Americans in Alameda County is 50 percent higher than any other ethnic group in the County; African-American children are three times as likely to die during their first year of life than children of any other racial/ethnic group; in Berkeley, African Americans are more likely than their ethnic counterparts to die from AIDS, cancer, heart disease, injuries and violence.
510-272-6685
Baby Bounce and Toddler Tales
7 p.m.
West Branch Berkeley Public Library, 1125 University Ave.
This storytime program is designed for families with children up to 3 years old. The free, participatory program features a half hour of multicultural songs, rhymes, lap jogs and stories to give very young children a lively introduction to the magic of books.
510-644-6870
Poetry Flash
7:30 p.m.
Cody’s Books, 2454 Telegraph Ave.
Diem Jones and Reginald Lockett will be the featured poets.
510-845-7852; 510-525-5476
Throat singers of Tuva, Siberia
7:30 p.m.
Julia Morgan Theater, 2640 College Ave.
The musical group Huun-Huur-Tu will perform this unique style of music created in Tuvan throat singing.
510-653-1602
Thursday, April 20
“Spring Break Science Week”
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tilden Regional Park
This is a weeklong program of activities for children ages 9 to 12. Registration is required, and the program costs between $125 and $139 per child,
510-636-1684
“Science Behind the Book: Inspired by Harry Potter”
Noon
Lawrence Hall of Science, Centennial Drive above UC Berkeley campus
510-642-5132; www.lhs.berkeley.edu
Free computer class for seniors
1-4 p.m.
South Berkeley Senior Center, 2939 Ellis St.
This free course offers basic instruction in keyboarding, Microsoft Word, Windows 95, Excel and Internet access. Space is limited; call ahead for a reservation.
510-644-6109
“Legends of Ancient India”
3:30 p.m.
West Branch Berkeley Public Library, 1125 University Ave.
Armin Palkhivala will present picture books and stories for children ages 3 through 9 highlighting ancient Indian legends and culture, and will incorporate the many and various festivals celebrated in India.
510-644-6870
American Political History Seminar
4 p.m.
119 Moses Hall, UC Berkeley campus
Gail Sheehy, contributing editor for Vanity Fair, will discuss her new Hillary Clinton biography “Hillary’s Choice.”
Berkeley Path Wanderers Association General Meeting
7-9 p.m.
Live Oak Park Recreation Center, Shattuck Avenue and Berryman Street
John Underhill, a retired biological photographer and geographer, will give a slide show and commentary about Rose Walk. He will also present a brief look at Berkeley Paths from his childhood. Underhill’s family history in the Rose Walk neighborhood dates back to 1904.
“True Adventure Mountain Biking: Cycling the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route”
7 p.m.
REI Berkeley, 1338 San Pablo Ave.
Bobbee Palmer and Jonna Uibel will make a slide presentation of their ride from Canada to Mexico along the Continental Divide.
510-527-4140
