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Musical Story Time @The Freight
2025-12-04 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Freight, 2020 Addison St, Berkeley, CA, 94704, United States
Please join us this summer at The Freight, one of Berkeley’s oldest and most beloved music venues, for a special musical story time series with the Berkeley Public Library’s Story Time Band! These FREE events will occur on second Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. beginning on Thursday, June 12. Each session will feature live music, movement activities, and read-aloud stories for children ages 2-7. See you there!
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
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Free Admission Downtown First Thursdays @MoAD
2025-12-04 16:00 - 20:00 | MoAD | Museum of the African Diaspora, 685 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
MoAD celebrates our dynamic arts & culture neighborhood in conjunction with Downtown First Thursdays. Join us every First Thursday of the month for free admission to the exhibitions and programming at the museum from 4-8pm.
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Kimchi and Culture: A Korean Culinary Experience
2025-12-04 19:00 | KQED Headquarters, 2601 Mariposa Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
Celebrate Korea’s most iconic culinary staple with an energetic, sensory-rich experience that brings together culture, cuisine, and creativity.
In partnership with the Korean Center Inc. (KCI), the program will include a live step-by-step demonstration by Chef JiYoung Park from Park Kitchen, where attendees will learn the process of making kimchi and prepare their own kimchi to take home.
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Derrick Hodge with Color of Noize Strings
2025-12-04 19:30 | Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA, 94607, United States
Derrick Hodge is one of contemporary music’s most complete and complex artists. Driven by a passion for music rather than genre, he is defined only by his multiplicity. Lauded as a composer and revered as one of the great bassists and musicians of his generation, Hodge’s solo projects-Live Today (2013), The Second (2016), and Color of Noize (2020)-have been met with acclaim from critics and audiences alike. His albums are rich, raw and revelatory, reflecting his breadth of musicality and influence; from roots in the church, to an undercurrent of hip-hop, neo soul and eternal reverence for melody and classical composition. Like the artist, Hodge’s music is defined only by its multiplicity .
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Ms. Lisa Fischer & Orrin Evans Trio
2025-12-04 19:30 | SFJAZZ, 201 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102, United States
A favorite at SFJAZZ, Fischer made a standout appearance in the Oscar-winning documentary 20 Feet From Stardom and has enjoyed a highly successful solo career while performing for over two decades with both the Rolling Stones and soul giant Luther Vandross. She won a GRAMMY for her standout track “How Can I Ease the Pain” from her 1991 album So Intense and has toured with artists ranging from Tina Turner, Gregory Porter, and Chris Botti to Sting and industrial rock juggernaut Nine Inch Nails.
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Marcus Anderson & Rebecca Jade – A Christmas Romance Tour
2025-12-04 20:00 | Blue Note Napa, 1030 Main St, Napa, CA, 94559, United States
The Grammy and Stellar Award Nominated artist is an incredible act and one worth watching, saxophonist Marcus Anderson is the golden child shining among stars. With 13 studio albums on his list of accomplishments, the fusion jazz artist brings R&B, Pop, Rock and Funk to make music that puts listeners in another atmosphere. Charting number one in both categories of Billboard’s Smooth Jazz and Sirius XM’s Watercolors with numerous hits the Spartanburg, SC native is delivering major music in a humble way.
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Gloria
2025-12-05 | Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94102, United States
Celebrate the holidays with Valérie Sainte-Agathe and Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale. Vivaldi’s Gloria—a joyful choral masterpiece—shines with new brilliance when performed on period instruments, transporting you to the festive sound world of 18th-century Venice.
What’s Interesting About This Concert

A holiday favorite with audiences for centuries, Vivaldi’s Gloria is full of jubilant choruses and moments of serene beauty.
Corelli’s Christmas Concerto evokes the stillness of a Baroque Christmas Eve, closing with a tender “Pastorale” that’s full of calm and light.
World premiere: Be among the first to hear Roderick Williams’ new choral work, Quem Pastores Laudavere (Him Whom Shepherds Praised), which was written especially for Philharmonia.
The U.S. premiere of Caroline Shaw’s The Holdfast offers shimmering harmonies and celebrates resilience, connection, and the beauty of holding on through change.
San Francisco only: Arrive by 6:45 PM to hear the San Francisco Girls Chorus perform a selection of holiday favorites before the concert.

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Wreath Making Workshop
2025-12-05 18:00 | Hidden Villa Dana Center, 26870 Moody Road, Los Altos Hills, 94022
Join us for a celebration of winter greenery and creativity! Hidden Villa’s CSA Manager and resident florist, Lanette Anderson, will guide you through the process of creating a 10 or 12 inch diameter herbal wreath. Bring home the sights and smells of Hidden Villa with a beautiful decoration made from the farm’s own greenery. Light refreshments will be served.
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Eric Roberson
2025-12-05 18:30 | Blue Note Napa, 1030 Main St, Napa, CA, 94559, United States
“Eric Roberson. One word – PHENOMENAL!” – Bryan Michael Cox, Award-Winning Songwriter/Producer
In the realm of R&B/Soul, Eric Roberson remains a trailblazer of authenticity and creativity. A GRAMMY-nominated Singer, Songwriter, and Producer, Eric has built a legacy as an independent artist for over two decades, redefining what it means to create “Honest Music.”
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The Nouvou x Axiom Hotel presents: The Winter Edit
2025-12-05 18:30 - 21:30 | 28 Cyril Magnin St, 28 Cyril Magnin Street, San Francisco, 94102
The Winter Edit is a limited-capacity holiday fashion experience presented by The Nouvou in partnership with Axiom Hotel, bringing a stylish new energy to downtown San Francisco.
Guests will explore a curated vintage designer handbag showcase featuring authenticated Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and more — with pieces selected and styled for modern holiday dressing. Personalize your look at our Charm Bar, where luxe chains and accessories transform handbags into unique style statements.
We’re also introducing a Flower Bar sponsored by Farmgirl Flowers, offering lush seasonal bouquets for a touch of festive elegance. Beauty touchpoints throughout the evening ensure guests leave photo-ready for the holidays.
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Dökk by fuse*
2025-12-05 19:30 | Stanford Memorial Auditorium, 551 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, 94305
Everything that surrounds us is nothing but a collection of atoms, particles, and electromagnetic fields, vibrating without any apparent meaning. When these impulses are interpreted by our mind, they become colors, tastes, music, memories, and emotions: the foundations of what each one of us perceives as reality. Dökk is a journey through the subconscious mind, where reality is represented by worlds and universes that take form and dissolve within the mind, as it constantly seeks a balance between light and darkness. Experience an unparalleled live media performance that deeply connects a performer with an incredible digital landscape.
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Demola The Violinist
2025-12-05 19:30 | Yoshi’s Oakland, 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA, 94607, United States
Demola, known to fans as “Demola the Violinist,” is an internationally recognized musician, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, and an award-winning self-taught multi-genre violinist. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Demola moved to the United States to pursue his solo music career, blending his love for Afrobeat, reggae, R&B, hip-hop, pop, and country into a sound that is distinctly his own.
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Yasmin Williams
2025-12-05 20:00 | The Freight, 2020 Addison St, Berkeley, CA, 94704, United States
Yasmin Williams is an innovative guitarist and composer known for her unique compositional approach and expansive instrumental style. Raised in Woodbridge, Virginia, Williams grew up surrounded by music. Inspired by a wide range of artists—from Chuck Brown to Jimi Hendrix—she began developing her innovative fingerstyle acoustic guitar technique while studying music theory and composition at NYU.
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
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Afrobeats Vibes with Live Performance by E.K.E - Friday December 5th
2025-12-05 21:00 | Lux Oakland, 1100 Franklin Street, Oakland, 94607
Join us for the latest and hottest edition of “Afrobeats Vibes” with live performance by EKE with the viral hit song Gheto! don’t miss out!
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Symphony San Jose presents HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
2025-12-06 - 2025-12-07 | California Theatre, 351 Railtoad Ave, Pittsburg, CA, 94565, United States
Symphony San Jose celebrates “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” at the majestic and beautifully decorated California Theatre with Symphony San Jose Chorale, New Ballet, and special guests in a spectacular symphonic event filled with the warmth and wonder of the season.
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Healing in Harmony: A One-Day Restorative Retreat
2025-12-06 09:00 | Walters Wellness Group, 2161 San Pablo Ave, Pinole, 94564
Join us at Walters Wellness Group for a rejuvenating day of relaxation, connection, and self-care. This special retreat is designed to give Black Women and Men the opportunity to pause, recharge, and focus on the importance of restoring balance through movement, mindfulness, and ritual. The day will include yoga, dance, a sound bath session, nourishing food, mindfulness and reflection. Connect with like-minded folks, share experiences, and enjoy the supportive, nurturing environment of the Walters Wellness Group.
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Under One Roof Petaluma
2025-12-06 10:00 | Under One Roof Petaluma, 429 1st St, Petaluma,, 94952
We are an annual curation of art, music, food,and pop-up shops that fall UNDER ONE ROOF in Petaluma’s historic warehouse district.
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Gallery Chats at OMCA
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | OMCA | Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street, Oakland, CA, 94607, United States
Join us for Gallery Chats, an opportunity to chat with and ask questions of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable OMCA Facilitators. Gallery Chats put a twist on the traditional museum tour by encouraging meaningful conversations and fresh interpretations to connect with the artwork, artifacts, and stories in our galleries.
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Holiday Movie Magic – BCC Winter Concert
2025-12-06 14:00 | Bristow Middle School, 855 Minnesota Ave, Brentwood, 94513
Get ready for an afternoon of timeless tunes, cozy nostalgia, and songs that make you smile before the first note ends.
The Brentwood Community Chorus proudly presents Holiday Movie Magic — a heartwarming concert featuring beloved music from classic holiday films. If you’ve ever belted out White Christmas or hummed along to Home Alone, this concert is for you.
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Denim Market: Buy, Sell and Customize!
2025-12-06 15:00 | KQED Headquarters, 2601 Mariposa Street, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States
Your favorite local boutiques, thrift stores and streetwear brands converge at KQED for a denim market and community clothing swap! Upgrade your closet or customize a pair of jeans as a holiday gift at the Holy Stitch customization booth. Bring your old wardrobe pieces to sell at the Buffalo Exchange pop-up activation or trade with other fashionistas!
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Marin City Health and Wellness Centers' 2nd Winter Gala
2025-12-06 18:00 - 23:00 | Peacock Gap Golf Club, 333 Biscayne Dr,, San Rafael, 94901
Welcome to our 2nd Winter Gala, a benefit to support the Marin City Health and Wellness and Bayview Hunters Point Medical Centers. The gala will help sustain and expand the services we provide to communities in Marin and Bayview Hunters Point in San Francisco.
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Puppet wars: Silent Night, Broken Strings
2025-12-06 18:30 - 21:00 | Almanac Adventureland & Brewery, 651 W Tower Ave, Alameda, 94501
The puppets return for one final battle of the year… and this time, it’s holiday havoc! Join us for Puppet Wars: Silent Night, Broken Strings — our very first Christmas-themed pro wrestling event, packed with wild energy, twisted stories, and festive destruction!
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Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir 40th Anniversary Holiday Concer
2025-12-06 19:00 | Paramount Theatre, 2025 Broadway between 20th and 21st Streets, Oakland, CA, United States
For four decades, the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir has been a beacon of hope, unity, and joy, bringing together voices from diverse backgrounds to create something truly extraordinary.
Under the Artistic Direction of Terrance Kelly, the 40th Anniversary show will feature performances by Oakland Interfaith Youth Choir (OIYC), Community Choir (OICC) and Gospel Choir (OIGC). In addition, the concert will shine the spotlight on some of the audience’s favorite guest Gospel singers: the dynamic Jacoree Prothro, the energetic Ms. Jackie Tolbert, and powerhouse baritone Reverend Reginald Finley, along with animated ASL interpretation by Half-N-Half’s Sherry Hicks and Michael Velez, creating a more inclusive celebration for all. Get ready to jump to your feet, clap to the beat, and lift your voice!
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Travel with Taste Jewelry — One Day Only at THE BOX SF-Holiday Artisan Craft Sale
2025-12-07 11:00 | The Box SF -Historic Events, Meeting Spaces and 1850’s Mercantile, 1069 Howard Street, San Francisco, 94103
Swing by Travel with Taste Jewelry for gifts that sparkle without stretching your budget. Prices start at just $5—perfect for stocking stuffers, Secret Santa surprises, or a little treat for yourself!
Explore bold, geometric rings, earrings, and bracelets in shimmering gold and silver—handcrafted from recycled cardboard, impossibly lightweight, and unexpectedly chic.
Guilt-Free Glam: All proceeds goes to Farming Hope, a culinary job-training and food-justice nonprofit. Come shop the sparkle, feel great, and support a wonderful cause!
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Wardroom Speaker Series: Pearl Harbor
2025-12-07 13:00 | USS Hornet – Sea, Air and Space Museum, 707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, 94501
Please join us in the Ready Room at 1 PM on Sunday, December 7th as we offer a presentation to Commemorate the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. This event is no additional charge to your regular admission.
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OMCA Architecture Walk and Talk
2025-12-07 13:00 - 14:00 | OMCA | Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street, Oakland, CA, 94607, United States
Walk through OMCA’s landmark building and gardens with members of the Council on Architecture, and learn about the history, design, and evolution of this award-winning structure with guides who are passionate about OMCA and Oakland.
No reservations or tickets are required. Walk and Talk begins near the Mid Level ticketing desk and lasts approximately one hour.
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Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale Vivaldi's Gloria
2025-12-07 14:30 | BIng Studio, 327 Lasuen Street, Stanford, CA, 94305, United States
Corelli’s Concerto grosso was “made for the night of Christmas,” while Vivaldi’s Gloria is his most enduring work of sacred vocal music. These 18th-century classics are paired with possible future classics of the 21st: a world premiere by British baritone-turned-composer Roderick Williams and a U.S. premiere by Pulitzer–Prize winner Caroline Shaw.
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Erika Oba Trio featuring Brian Wong
2025-12-07 15:00 | Oaktown Jazz Workshops, 55 Washington St, Oakland, 94607
Oaktown Jazz Workshops presents Erika Oba trio featuring Brian Wong with Erika Wong (piano, flute), Jeremy Steinkoler (drums), Chris Bastian (bass), and Brian Wong (koto and shakuhachi) on Sunday, December 7, at 3pm.
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Alabama Mike & The Revelators with Nia Cephas
2025-12-07 17:00 | The Sound Room, 3022 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94611, United States
An amazing night is in store! Alabama Mike will perform with opening act, Nia Cephas, also from the Little Village foundation label performing songs from her upcoming release ” Cosmicpolitan”.
Alabama Mike is a hard-driving Chicago-style blues singer with the ability to make you feel as if you’ve revisited the early CHESS RECORDS days. He’s a force on the microphone with a first rate, church house tenor’, that he was blessed with. He has a sound that will remind you of a young BB King or Buddy Guy, Elmore James and Little Johnny Taylor.
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Bobby McFerrin & MOTION: Circlesongs
2025-12-08 12:00 | The Freight, 2020 Addison St, Berkeley, CA, 94704, United States
10-time Grammy-winner Bobby McFerrin‘s mission is to get the world singing. So, he’s singing with MOTION almost every Monday afternoon right here at The Freight to welcome even more voices into the circle!
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
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