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Friday, July 8

9 to 11 a.m. "Learn About the Market with a Free Cup of Coffee": Coffee and a chat about investments with Deb Knowles from Edward Jones. Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden, 1223 Park St. (Info: 749-0403)

12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Blood Drive: Presented by Alameda Hospital, Conference Room A, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Info, appts.: 800-733-2767 or www.redcrossblood.org: sponsor code, ALAMEDA)

2 to 3:30 p.m. HIV and Hep C Testing: Free and confidential testing and support referrals. For information and location, call Alameda Family Services, 629-6300.

4 to 5:30 p.m. Youth SLAM! Presents: Performance and workshop featuring Def Jam poet Big Poppa E. Suggested donation at the door: $5. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: www.frankbettecenter.org or 523-6957)

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday Night Flights: A flight of wine, $10; proceeds benefit the Alameda Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association (ACPAAA) when you mention your support. Angela's Bistro & Bar, 2301 Central Ave. (Reservations: 522-5822)

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Evening Concert at the Cove: Free concert featuring Foreverland, a 14-piece Michael Jackson Tribute Band. Co-sponsored by the West Alameda Business Association and the East Bay Regional Park District. Family activities on the deck and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

6 to 9 p.m. Artists' Reception: Celebrate the opening of Tommy's Point Redux, an exhibit of work by Mr. Tommy, d'Arci Bruno and Marc Ribaud; special musical guest will be Stephen Schultz on solo baroque flute and bagpipes. Free to the public. Rhythmix Cultural Works, K Gallery, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5060 or www. rhythmix.org)

6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Artist Reception: Celebrate the opening of In America, In the Kingdom of the Blind, an exhibit of digital prints on canvas by John Sheridan. Admission: $10. The Pacific Pinball Museum, 1510 Webster St. (Info: 205-6959 or www.pacificpinball.org)

7:30 p.m. Swing and Jazz: Featuring Steve Lucky and Carmen Getit. Cover: $10. High Street Station Cafe, 1303 High St. (Info: 995-8049)

8:30 p.m. Bluegrass, Americana, Western Swing: Featuring Jimbo Trout and the Fish People. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

8 p.m. Rhythmix Comedy Jam: Inaugural 90-minute spectacle of comedy featuring Will Durst, Johnny Steele & Friends. Tickets: $15, in advance; $20, at the door. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: 865-5060 or www.rhythmix.org)

9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door: $15. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: (415) 285-6285)

Saturday, July 9

9 a.m. Alameda Walks!: Sponsored by the Alameda Collaborative for Children Youth & Families, in partnership with the Alameda Recreation and Parks Department and Pedestrian Friendly Alameda. "Woodstock Park/Boys & Girls Club & West End Walk": The walk will include a brief tour of the new Alameda Boys & Girls Club. Meet at Woodstock Park, 351 Cypress St. (Info: 747-7529)

10 to 11:30 a.m. "History Detectives on the Bay Trail": Follow clues along the Encinal Beach Trail, Hornet Staging Area, to trace the history of the area from recent times back to World War II, Bay Discovery and even earlier. Free for all ages. Meet at the trail entrance near the USS Hornet for this easy one-mile walk. (Info: 544-3187)

2 p.m. Propagation Workshop: Learn some basic techniques and skills about producing and reproducing plants from seeds, divisions and cuttings. Free to the public. Presented by Ploughshares Nursery as part of the "Green Thumbs, Green Minds" series. Main Branch of the Alameda Free Library, 1550 Oak St. (Info: 747-7713)

1 to 3 p.m. Meet the Artists: Reception to celebrate the opening of cross currents 2011, the fifth annual Exhibition of California Artists hosted by the Island Alliance of the Arts. Refreshments, music, silent auction. Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave. (Info: 521-1233)

2 to 3 p.m. Catch of the Day: Discover what's new in the Visitors Center. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

3 to 3:30 p.m. Fish Feeding Time: Five aquariums with more than 20 bay species will be fed while you learn who is eating what and how aquarium environments are kept healthy. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

5 to 7 p.m. Summer Beats: Free outdoor concert featuring Tito Garcia Y Su Orquesta presenting Saturday Salsa. Free to the public. Center Court, Alameda South Shore Center, Park Street and Otis Drive. (Info: 521-1515 or www.AlamedaSouthShoreCenter.com)

7 p.m. Bluegrass and Country: Featuring BarbWyre and the Stadler Gibbons Band. Cover: $10. High Street Station Cafe, 1303 High St. (Info: 995-8049)

7 to 9 p.m. Second Saturdays: Prose and poetry reading. Admission is free; donations appreciated. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info: www.frankbettecenter.org or 523-6957) n 8:30 p.m. Tin Pan Alley Jazz: Featuring Frisky Frolics. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

Sunday, July 10

9 a.m. Team Alameda Second Sunday Slow Ride: "The Jack London Square Farmer's Market." Bring baskets, bags and bungee cords for shopping. Free to the public. Bring a helmet, snack, water and sun block. Meet at the front steps of Kaiser Permanente, 2417 Central Ave.

1:30 to 5 p.m. East Bay Heritage Quilters: Children's Quilts: Help prepare quilts for sick and homeless children. First Christian Church, 2441 San Jose Ave. (Info: Jean Wolslegal, 521-7105)

2 to 3 p.m. Catch of the Day: Discover what's new in the Visitors Center. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

3 to 3:30 p.m. Fish Feeding Time: Five aquariums with more than 20 bay species will be fed while you learn who is eating what and how aquarium environments are kept healthy. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

7:30 p.m. Concert: Featuring the East Bay Brass Project. Free to the public. Cardinal Point Retirement Community, 2431 Mariner Square Drive. (RSVP: 337-1033)

Monday, July 11

7:30 p.m. Y.L.I.: Meeting. St. Joseph's Parish Center, 1119 Lafayette St. (Info: Eleanor, 523-8852)

7:30 p.m. Encinal Parlor, #156, Native Daughters of the Golden West: Meeting. (Info, address: Lois Hoffman, 865-1635)

Tuesday, July 12

9 a.m. "Cane Do": Join John Dexheimer for self-defense and exercise using a cane. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your cane. Suggested donation per senior: $3. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Reserve a seat: 747-7506)

10:15 to 11:30 a.m. Sea Squirts: "Nature Journals." Outdoor exploration and a theme-related craft and snack for children 3 to 5 and an adult. Fee: $5. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Registration required: (888) 327-2757)

Noon: Rotary Club of Alameda: Luncheon meeting with guest speaker Gary Taubes, author of Why We Get Fat. Buffet lunch: $20; no lunch, $5 donation requested. Grandview Pavilion, 300 Island Drive.

3:45 to 5 p.m. Estuary Explorers: "Nature Journals." Outdoor exploration and a theme-related craft and snack. Fee: $5. Ages 6 to 8. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Preregistration required: 521-6887)

7 p.m. IOOB: Meeting. McGrath's, 1539 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-6263)

7 to 9 p.m. Jigs, Reels and Party Tunes: Featuring Marla Fibbish, Dave Cory and Mike Considine. Free to the public. Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden, 1223 Park St. (Info: 865-2385)

7:30 p.m. HIV/AIDS Outreach and Education: Meeting. Rectory Room, St. Barnabas Parish Center, 1427 Sixth St. (Info: Cath Sullivan, 865-3051)

Wednesday, July 13

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. AARP Driver Safety: Second of two sessions of a program designed for motorists 50 and older. Fee: $12 for AARP members; $14 for non-members. Preregistration is required. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, registration: 747-7506)

10 a.m. to noon: Blood Pressure Screening: Free for seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 747-7506)

Noon: Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 8: Meeting. Veterans Memorial Building, 2203 Central Ave.

6 p.m. Public Meeting: Show your support for the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab at Alameda Point. Community barbecue, followed by a meeting with LBNL officials from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Auctions By the Bay, 2700 Saratoga St. (Info: www.lab2Alameda.org)

7 p.m. American Legion Post 647: Meeting. Veterans Memorial Building, 2203 Central Ave.

Thursday, July 14

10 to 11:30 a.m. Alzheimer's Support Group: Meeting sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association for families and caregivers of those with Alzheimer's and related disorders. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 482-8700)

10:30 a.m. New Member Orientation: Take a tour and learn about the center and the schedule of activities. Includes lunch. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Pre-registration required: 747-7506)

1 p.m. Drumming Circle: Join the Mercy Retirement Community Drum Circle for a musical experience that is good for the body, too. Free for seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Reserve a seat: 747-7506)

7:30 p.m. Single Sailors Association: Meeting for single people interested in sailing. Ballena Bay Yacht Club, 1150 Ballena Blvd. (Info: 273-9763)

Friday, July 15

10 a.m. to noon: Blood Pressure Testing: Free. Lobby Alameda Hospital, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Info: 814-4362)

7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Express Yourself!: Share the arts, music, poetry or just observe. Suggested donation: $10 with some of the proceeds going to charity. Bring a snack to share. (Info: Cathy Dana, 523-7853)

8:30 p.m. Rock, Country, Jazz & Blues: Featuring the Jinx Jones Jazz Trio. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door: $15. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: (415) 285-6285)

SNEAK PEEK

July 16, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Artists' Reception: Celebrate the opening of an exhibit of work by the artist of the month, Andy Acquistapace. Free to the public. Alameda Art Association Gallery, 2242 South Shore Center.

July 16, 6 p.m. Fried Chicken and Margarita Dinner: All-you-can eat fried chicken, homemade salads, beans, dessert, fruit, margaritas and coffee. Jump house for the kids; DJ and music. Tickets: $25, adults; $10, children 12 and younger. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1910 Santa Clara Ave. (Tix: 523-0659)