Pacific Pearl is excited to invite the community to its Earth Day Celebration, the perfect way to kick off the spring season. This free, family-friendly event offers something for everyone, with activities that include flowerpot coloring and potting as well as face painting (while supplies last).
SIBLING REVEL-ry! Black Theatre Night & Preshow Mixer W/ Afro Urban Society
Who will take home the National Sibling Day Champs Prize? Join us for a lively, all-ages preshow celebration before Ngozi Anyanwu’s The Monsters featuring musical chairs, a dance-off, complete the lyrics, arm wrestling, and more.
Bay Area artist duos and groups will go head-to-head in a friendly sibling rivalry that mirrors the heart of the play itself. Bring your people and be part of the fun with performances, games, and refreshments included.
Women’s Collective Day
Join us for a powerful celebration of women, fashion, and community. Women’s Collective Day – A Celebration of Power, Elegance & Leadership. Women’s Collective Day, curated by Bakana Events & Boutique, is an exclusive gathering celebrating the strength, influence, and elegance of the women of San Francisco.
Coretta’s King: An Artist’s Perspective
Coretta’s King, a multidisciplinary performance honoring the life, legacy, and artistic spirit of Coretta Scott King will be presented by NorCal MLK Foundation on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the historic Ruth Williams Bayview Opera House in San Francisco in collaboration with Destiny Muhammad, Ruth Williams Bayview Opera House, the San Francisco Chapter of The Links Incorporated, San Francisco Foundation FAITHS Program, and Zellerbach Family Foundation.
Patterns: AXIS Dance Company 2026
Every body carries patterns of movement, habit, culture, identity, and history. You’re invited to experience Patterns, a new performance from AXIS Dance Company that explores how movement shapes the way we connect. Through a series of live dance and film, Patterns celebrates individuality as an expression of the infinite ways we move through the world.
Virtual | 24th Global Summit on Nursing Education & Health Care
We are honored to invite you to the 24th Global Summit on Nursing Education & Health Care, scheduled to take place on October 19–20, 2026, in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan.
Easter Sunday Brunch
Celebrate Easter with a soulful, celebratory buffet (all-you-can-eat) brunch featuring Southern soul food by Chef Michele McQueen. DJ music by Mark Divita. Join us for an Easter Sunday buffet brunch the only way Chef Michele can do it!
Coltrane 100 Joe Lovano, Melissa Aldana, Nduduzo Makhathini, Linda May Han Oh, Jeff “Tain” Watts
2026 marks the centennial of iconic saxophonist John Coltrane‘s birth. Coltrane 100: Both Directions at Once offers audiences a rare chance to join this historic moment. An all-star lineup, each from different backgrounds — saxophonists Joe Lovano and Melissa Aldana; pianist Nduduzo Makhathini, bassist Linda May Han Oh, and drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts — join together to pay tribute to one of the most inspirational artists, whose creativity and spirituality has influenced generations of musicians. Each member of this group stands on the threshold of the future, fulfilling their musical vision looking forward.
Parking
Center Street Garage, next door to The Freight, is currently open nightly until 1am except Sunday. More details here.
Public Transit
The Freight & Salvage is BARTable! Downtown Berkeley BART station is a half a block from the Freight. Details at bart.gov. Many AC Transit bus lines stop within a few blocks of the Freight. Details at actransit.org.
Nearby Favorites Bars/Restaurants
Revival Bar + Kitchen | 2102 Shattuck Avenue, (510) 549–9950
Comal Next Door | 2024 Shattuck Ave, (510) 422-662
Gather | 2200 Oxford Street @ Allston, (510) 809-0400
28th Annual Madam C.J. Walker Business & Community Recognition Luncheon and Empowerment Forum
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering a variety of programs that impact young girls, families and our community. Our goal is to provide an impactful and empowering experience that will motivate a transformation for all those that attend. The mission of NCBW is to advocate on behalf of black women and girls to promote leadership development and gender equity in the areas of health, education and economic empowerment.
AI is Infrastructure for Small and Mid-Sized Companies
AI is changing the world fast, and you need to make sure your company survives. If you run a business and need to cut through the noise and find a community that can help you understand how to benefit from and implement AI in a meaningful way. This event will give you access to AI experts, and a community of entrepreneurs that will help you survive. Lunch and Happy Hour included.
Gala for the Gardens
Celebrate nature, community, and the wonder of our planet at Gala for the Gardens, the annual benefit supporting the Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, and San Francisco Botanical Garden.
We’re thrilled to honor long-time ambassadors and friends to the Gardens, Ruth and Ken Wilcox, and welcome the award-winning author Margaret Renkl, for an afternoon to remember.
16th Global Summit on Diabetes & Endocrinology
Inovine Meetings LLC extends its heartfelt welcome to ‘16th Global Summit on Diabetes & Endocrinology’ that will be held in Paris, France during July 27-28, 2026. The conference will be organised around the theme ‘Advancing Frontiers in Diabetes Research and Care’.
Virtual | CBHN Host Virtual Behavioral & Mental Health Conference Address Black Mental Health
The California Black Health Network (CBHM) will host a Virtual Behavioral and Mental Health Conference on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, bringing together leading experts to address some of the most urgent and often overlooked mental health challenges facing Black communities. Registration is now open, with an Early Bird registration fee of $40 for Black Health Network (BHN) members and $60 for non-BHN members. Early Bird expires April 1, 2026.
Walking to Live/Celebrating Life
For more fun and impact, create your own Walk Team to raise money and win Prizes! Register together or designate a team member to register for the group. Have all team members’ full contact info ready for sign-up! Tickets are $40/person. OR have each team member sign up and indicate which team.
The Ric Alexander Friendship Experience
Jonzboy Entertainment and The Richmond Moose 550 presents a members and guest appreciation party with The Ric Alexander Friendship Experience featuring vocalists Buttah and Niecy Livingsingle, on May 17, starting at 3 PM.
Trivia Night at Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Join us for a special Trivia Night Happy Hour with the Traveling Museum on April 8 from 4–6 PM at the Eclipse Bar & Kitchen, located inside the world’s largest atrium at Hyatt Regency San Francisco. Enjoy light bites, drinks, and a lively evening of trivia while tasting the newly launched menu and competing for special prizes!
28th Annual Madam C.J. Walker Awards Luncheon & Empowerment Forum
On behalf of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, INC, Oakland/Bay Area Chapter (NCBW-OBAC), we are honored to invite you to partner with us for the 28th Annual Madam C.J. Walker Business & Community Recognition Luncheon and Empowerment Forum, taking place Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Oakland Marriott City Center, 1001 Broadway, Oakland, CA.
This Year’s is Theme is: Legacy in Motion: Celebrating Resilience and Impact.
Celebrate Women Who Innovate & Elevate – A Women’s History Month Closing Event
March is Women’s History Month — a time to honor the women who have shaped our communities, our industries, and our future. Bay Area Registry is closing out the month with an evening dedicated to celebrating Black women professionals and the communities that support them.
All are welcome — men and women alike. Because celebrating women means nothing without the colleagues, allies, mentors, and champions who show up alongside them.
We’re also giving you a update on Bay Area Registry’s Black Professional Organizations Directory — a resource designed to connect Black professionals in the Bay Area with the organizations, networks, and opportunities built for them.
Celebrate with light bites, meaningful connections and great camaraderie.
Whether you’re looking to grow your network, find your next opportunity, or simply be in a room full of people who get it — this is your event.
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Black Film: Unscreened & Unstreamed, BaddDDD SONIA SANCHEZ
In celebration of April—National Poetry Month—this special screening pays tribute to Sonia Sanchez, a groundbreaking poet, educator, and activist whose work has shaped generations.
The documentary BaddDDD SONIA SANCHEZ features a powerful intergenerational lineup of artists and cultural leaders, including Ruby Dee, Amiri Baraka, Haki Madhubuti, Nikki Giovanni, Talib Kweli, Ayana Mathis, jessica Care moore, Bryonn Bain, and Questlove. Together, they illuminate the depth of Sonia Sanchez’s influence on Black art, literature, and movements for justice.
Intersections & Connections
Intersections and Connections showcases a variety of works choreographed by our esteemed Dance faculty and performed by our students of the Saint Mary’s College Dance Company and Baile Folklórico Guadalupano. The concert will feature Baile Folklorico (Mexican folk dance), Modern/Contemporary Dance, Tap and West African Dance. There will be some special pieces performed by the seniors in Baile Folklórico Guadalupano, West African Dance, and a piece choreographed for the seniors by Prof. Jia Wu. Join us for this special dance concert, and enjoy the talent of our award-winning students.
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its New Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again
Join us at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco for “Making History Fun Again,” a new speaker series exploring the city’s legendary past.
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, a San Francisco landmark since 1915, continues its new monthly speaker series, “Making History Fun Again,” designed to honor the city’s legendary past through lively storytelling and unforgettable personalities.
Spring Easter Celebration at the Creekside Town Center
Creekside Town Center’s Easter Celebration brings a festive spring vibe to the shopping center, encouraging families to enjoy seasonal activities, create memories, and welcome the season together.
Spring Fun at the Downtown Pleasant Hill Easter Celebration
Downtown Pleasant Hill invites families and friends to hop into spring with its annual Easter Celebration, featuring festive activities and seasonal fun for all ages.
My Sister’s Keeper Homebuyer Wealth Building Workshop
Join us for a powerful, community-centered Homebuyer Wealth Building Workshop designed specifically for individuals and families in urban communities who are ready to take control of their financial future. This is more than a workshop—it’s a movement toward generational wealth, stability, and ownership.
Virtual | 11th International Congress on Cancer Science and Radiology
The 11th International Congress on Cancer Science and Radiology is a premier global event organized by Inovine Meetings, bringing together leading experts, researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals to share the latest advancements, research findings, and clinical practices in the field of oncology and Radiology. Scheduled to take place on July 22-23, 2026 in Tokyo, Japan this congress serves as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and networking among professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing cancer care worldwide.
Hop Into Spring at the Pacific Commons Easter Celebration
Springtime fun is in full bloom at Pacific Commons Shopping Center and families are invited to celebrate the season with a festive Easter gathering filled with classic holiday fun and playful activities. Bring the kids, snap a photo, and enjoy a cheerful afternoon of springtime fun.
Rivermark Village Shopping Center Announces Easter Celebration
Springtime fun is in full bloom at Rivermark Village and families are invited to celebrate the season with a festive Easter gathering filled with classic holiday fun and playful activities. Bring the kids, snap a photo, and enjoy a cheerful afternoon.
Lola Flash: Believable
Jenkins Johnson Gallery San Francisco is pleased to present Believable, our first west coast solo exhibition of New York based artist and activist Lola Flash. Believable debuted in our New York space in November 2025, and we are pleased to present a new incarnation of the show, traveling to our San Francisco space, now on view from March 16 – May 22.
Virtual | Imagine That
A guided and interactive workshop to clarify your vision and create a magical, digital vision board that enriches your life.
This signature program is guided by music and prompts. You’ll slowly put together a clear vision of what you’re looking to activate in your life, and then you’ll design a digital vision board that inspires your action and dream manifestation. No experience needed, only a desire to actualize more of what you want.
PHOTOS | Honoring Greatness at the 19th California Hall of Fame
Event: 19th Annual California Hall of Fame
Date: March 19, 2026
Location: California Museum
Photos: Drew Altizer, Natalie Schrik for Drew Altizer Photography
Award winning actor Jamie Lee Curtis, Olympians Janet Evans and Carl Lewis, Grammy nominated group Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles and five other luminaries were inducted into the California Hall of Fame by Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom on March 19, 2026. The induction ceremony held at the California Museum was also attended by family members and representatives of the posthumous 18th class inducted in 2024.
The California Hall of Fame is the California Museum’s signature program, supporting its mission of education, and includes on-site and online exhibitions inspiring visitors to make a mark on history. This year’s artifact exhibition is now on view and features special items on loan from the 19th class, including Arnold Schwarzenegger’s leather jacket from 1991’s “Terminator 2: Judgment Day,” Janet Evan’s 1992 Olympic Opening Ceremony Uniform, a clapperboard from Jamie Lee Curtis’ 1983 hit “Trading Places,” Riane Eisler’s Nuclear Age Peace Leadership Award (an honor previously awarded to the Dalai Lama), and more. Learn more at CAHallofFame.org.
Notable attendees:
Governor Gavin Newsom – Honorary chair, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom – Honorary chair, Jamie Lee Curtis – Inductee, Academy Award-winning actor, Riane Eisler – Inductee, pioneering systems scientist, cultural historian, and bestselling author, Janet Evans – Inductee, Olympic gold medalist, Carl Lewis – Inductee, Olympic gold medalist, Mariachi Reyna de Los Ángeles – Inductees, America’s first all-women mariachi ensemble, Nobu Matsuhisa – Inductee, world-renowned chef
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African American Caregivers Forum & Health Fair
A community-centered event designed to support, uplift, and inform African American caregivers and families. This forum brings together health experts, wellness resources, and culturally relevant education to empower caregivers with tools, knowledge, and connection. Through workshops, health screenings, and open dialogue, participants gain support for their caregiving journey and strengthen their path toward holistic well‑being.
ACRC Community Feedback Session
Join us for a highly interactive community feedback session where we will present the findings and work together to refine, expand, and strengthen the recommendations that will shape Alameda County’s reparations agenda.
Come be part of the conversation, connect with community leaders, and help ensure the final recommendations reflect the true priorities of our community.
Hop Into Spring at the Alameda Landing Easter Celebration
Springtime fun is in full bloom at Alameda Landing and families are invited to celebrate the season with a festive Easter gathering filled with classic holiday fun and playful activities. Bring the kids, snap a photo, and enjoy a cheerful afternoon by the bay.
Return to Forever
Return to Forever centers music from a 1975 playlist as a bridge that is personal, intimate, and deeply embodied.
The playlist was created by then DJ and now Artistic Director, Joanna Haigood, who grew up listening to her father’s record collection. This work is influenced by music from her younger years and the personal discoveries made with friends. This is a collection of sonic memories that recall moments, feelings, and personal identities that might otherwise be lost.
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again
Artist, curator and founder of Startup Art, Ray Beldner, is joined by Bay Area-based artist and Root Division Executive Director Demetri Broxton for a conversation tracing the evolution of the Bay Area art ecosystem over the past four decades.
Realtist Week 2026 Annual Prayer Breakfast
The Women’s Council of ARPB is thrilled to invite you to the 2026 Annual Prayer Breakfast—a morning of inspiration, networking, and spiritual empowerment held in celebration of this year’s Realtist Week.
Guided by the theme “A Call To Build Legacy,” this gathering brings together industry leaders and community pillars to discuss the profound impact of leaving an inheritance for future generations.
Pippin
The Saint Mary’s College Theatre Program is proud to announce our upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical PIPPIN, with music and lyrics by Broadway luminary Stephen Schwartz, the composer of WICKED, and a book by Roger O. Hirson and Bob Fosse. Our version of PIPPIN will use a contemporary “ripped from the headlines” story to explore themes of family dynasty and succession, presenting the messy family dynamics of a media mogul who is known for pitting sibling against sibling, succumbing to the machinations of a manipulative spouse, and whose resistance to passing on his legacy ultimately divides the family.
Virtual | 2nd International Conference on Food Science and Technology
Master Mind Meetings is delighted to announce the commencement of the 2nd International Conference on Food Science and Technology a Hybrid Event,” scheduled to take place on September 26-27,2026| Barcelona,Spain.This upcoming conference will revolve around the theme “Embracing The Food Tech Evolution: Paving The Way For A Prosperous Future.”
Mariana Valencia: Jacklean (Jacklean)
Savor the thrill of the unexpected in Jacklean (Jacklean). Governed by play and collaborative improvisation, New York powerhouse choreographer and dancer Mariana Valencia’s improvised gestures are prompted by transmissions from Jazmin Romero’s vocal and instrumental repertoire of cumbia, punk, jazz, and electronic music. Can an everlasting process frame a final performance?
Middle School Math Workshop: Strengthen Addition & Subtraction Skills
Foundationees (pronounced foun-day-she-own-eez): Addition & Subtraction Edition is a small-group math workshop for students in grades 6–8 at Oakland’s Dimond Branch Library, focused on strengthening addition and subtraction accuracy and number sense.
FACT/SF: The Waves
Get swept up in The Waves, an expansive, intimate, surreal, and impressionistic contemporary dance about sound waves, light waves, brain waves, and intersubjectivity. The piece considers how individuals experience and craft their own sense of reality. The Waves is conceived and directed by Charlie Slender-White, and utilizes Virginia Woolf’s novel of the same name as a primary source text.
PHOTOS | The Courage Museum Breaks Ground at the Presidio of San Francisco
Event: Courage Museum Ground Breaking
Date: March 12, 2026
Location: Presidio National Park, San Francisco
Photos: Drew Altizer and Kelly Keltos for Drew Altizer Photography
On Thursday, March 12th, Futures Without Violence hosted a celebration at San Francisco’s iconic Presidio National Park, marking the groundbreaking of the Courage Museum — a one-of-a-kind immersive learning center that challenges the inevitability of violence and hate through scientific insights and powerful stories of changemakers. Trustees, Lead Investors, and community stakeholders gathered for an inspiring evening brought to life by remarks and performances from Bay Area high school students who are actively helping shape the museum’s installations and educational programs — a powerful testament to the next generation of leaders already rising.
Designed by visionary experience designer Jake Barton, Founder of Local Projects — the award-winning studio behind the National September 11th Museum and Memorial, The Legacy Museum, and Greenwood Rising — and several award-winning documentary filmmakers from Actual Films in collaboration with the leadership of Futures Without Violence, the Courage Museum will be a first-of-its-kind, immersive, science-backed experience nestled on the Main Post of the historic Presidio. Slated to open to the public in Spring 2027, the museum will be complemented by a state-of-the-art education center featuring classrooms, a recording studio, and dedicated spaces for high school educators and their students — cementing its role not just as a museum, but as a living, breathing hub for the changemakers of tomorrow.
The event featured food by Off The Grid, music by Vocal Rush, poetry by Youth Speaks, and a construction-themed photo booth with a backdrop of guest wishes for the Courage Museum.
Notable attendees:
Deborah Santana – Co-Chair, Courage Museum Steering Committee, Patti Lee-Hoffmann – Philanthropist, Courage Museum Steering Committee, Joyce Newstat – Co-Chair, Courage Museum Steering Committee, Sharisse Kimbro – Program Manager, The Allstate Foundation, Judi Kanter – Board of Trustees, Futures Without Violence
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Virtual | International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System
PAGES conferences are excited to invite you to the upcoming International Conference on Public Health and Health Care System, scheduled to take place from April 13-15, 2026 in the city of finance Paris, France.
This event will bring together leading experts for keynote addresses, dynamic panel discussions, and engaging workshops that aim to poster collaboration and inspire innovative ideas. Topics will span a range of critical areas, including disease prevention, health promotion, epidemiology, environmental health, and global health policy.
Overall, the International Conference on Public Health and Health Care Research and Development promises to be an important forum for advancing our understanding of Public Health and Health Care and exploring innovative solutions to global health challenges.
Virtual | Mental and Behavioral Health Conference: Hidden Crises – Stress, Mental Health, & Brain Health in the Black Community
We are raising awareness, breaking stigmas, and building a path toward better mental and brain health for our community. This conference is a timely, expert-led intervention and offers what professionals, advocates, and communities urgently need right now: culturally grounded expertise, real-world policy analysis, and actionable strategies for prevention, care, and advocacy for the health and well-being of our community.
Hybrid | 25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026)
It is with immense enthusiasm that we invite you to join the 25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026) – a landmark event uniting visionary nursing professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers and healthcare leaders from across the globe.
Set to take place October 19–20, 2026 in Los Angeles, USA and virtually worldwide, GSNEP 2026 serves as a vibrant platform for innovation, collaboration and transformation in nursing and healthcare education.
The Legends of Motown Super Tribute Show
We are thrilled to announce that the Legends of Motown Super Tribute Show returns to the Thunder Valley Casino “VENUE” in the beautiful city of Lincoln, California, Saturday, April 4, 2026, showtime is 7:30 PM.
Black Film: Unscreened & Unstreamed, Earth Mama
This film is about a pregnant single mother, with two children in foster care, who embraces her Bay Area community as she fights to reclaim her family in this singular debut feature from filmmaker Savanah Leaf.
Shades of A Colored Girl: The Difference Between You & I
The stage becomes a battleground for Hanifa and Adana. Their sisterhood is tested when a light-skinned woman, often labeled “privileged” or “favored” stands face-to-face with a dark-skinned woman who has been stereotyped as “too strong” or “less desirable.” Their emotional clash is rooted in a history of privilege, pain and survival. Beneath assumptions and side eyes lies a shared experience of being judged, boxed in, and measured by the shade of their skin.
Soul Mechanix presents The Isley Brothers Tribute!
Come to Yoshi’s Oakland on April 11th and join us for a special night as we celebrate the music of The Isley Brothers!!!
We’ll be performing all their hit songs and more on April 11th so come down to Yoshi’s Oakland and help us celebrate the musical legacy of one of the greatest bands of all time!!!
Featuring:
Dyson – Vocals
Luq Frank – Vocals
Codany Holiday – Vocals
Eamonn Flynn – Keys
Clark Sims – Bass
Darian Gray – Drums
Graal Swartz – Guitar
Special Guests:
Vernon Ice Black – Guitar
Martin Luther McCoy – Vocals
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In a forgotten town in rural Arkansas, a high school girls basketball team fights its way toward an impossible dream: a state championship. As rivalries flare and personal struggles threaten to tear them apart, the players discover that winning takes more than talent. It takes trust, sisterhood and the courage to believe in one another. Written by acclaimed playwright Candrice Jones, one of the most exciting new voices in American theatre, this raw, electric new play explores resilience, identity, and the power of a team to rise together.
“Critic’s Pick! A slam-dunk New York debut! Candrice Jones excels equally in sly humor and in the swift-tongued rhythms of teenage and athletic talk.”The New York Times
“The whooping, sighing, applause and interactions of the audience make clear how sharply the play hits home.”The Daily Beast
