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Thursday, Aug. 18

• 10 a.m. to noon: Dental Consultation: Free consultation, by appointment, with Dr. Alfred Chong. Offered every third Thursday of the month. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, reservs: 747-7506)

• 11:30 a.m. AARP, Chapter #20: Meeting. Social Hall, Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 522-1519)

• 7:30 p.m. Alameda Women Artists: Meeting. Prospective members call ahead to confirm location. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1910 Santa Clara Ave. (Info: 865-0541)

• 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Storytelling Swap: Featured storyteller followed by an open mic. Free. Frank Bette Center for the Arts, 1601 Paru St. (Info, registration: 523-6957 or www.frankbettecenter.org)

Friday, Aug. 19

• 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 p.m. Greater Tuna: Performances continue through Aug. 28; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

• 8:30 p.m. Classic Western Swing: Featuring The Saddlecats. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

• 9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Andre Thierry and Zydeco Magic. 16th anniversary of the Zydeco Dance Party. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door; $15. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: 522-7626 or 415-285-6285)

Saturday, Aug. 20

• 9 a.m. Alameda Architectural Series #3: "Old Alameda — Original Settlement." Alameda Walks! Sponsored by the Alameda Collaborative for Children Youth & Families, in partnership with the Alameda Recreation and Parks Department and Pedestrian Friendly Alameda. Dennis Evanosky and Eric J. Kos will lead this one hour 15 minute walk. Meet at the corner of Encinal Avenue and High Street. (Info: 747-7529)

• 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 Demonstration: Watch the behaviors of aquarium fish and other creatures as they gobble their food. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

• 5 to 7 p.m. Summer Beats: Free outdoor concert featuring Bay Area Girls, a Glee cover band. Free to the public. Center Court, Alameda South Shore Center, Park Street and Otis Drive. (Info: 521-1515 or www.AlamedaSouthShoreCenter.com)

• 8 p.m. Greater Tuna: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

• 8:30 p.m. Acoustic Singer Showcase: Featuring singer Regina Maria Pontillo and her Fantastic Swing-time Band singing songs of the 1920s and '30s. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

Sunday, Aug. 21

• 2 p.m. Greater Tuna: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

• 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 Demonstration: Watch the behaviors of aquarium fish and other creatures as they gobble their food. Free for all ages. Crab Cove, 1252 McKay Ave. (Info: 544-3187)

Tuesday, Aug. 23

• 10 a.m. "Reverse Mortgage 101": Cherisse Baptiste, from the Eden Council for Hope & Opportunity (ECHO) Housing, will present an overview of reverse mortgages. Free for seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, reservs: 747-7506)

• 7 to 9 p.m. American Songbook: Featuring Leftover Dreams. Free to the public. Julie's Coffee and Tea Garden, 1223 Park St. (Info: 865-2385)

Wednesday, Aug. 24

• 10 a.m. "Balance and Dizziness ... Tips to Reduce Falls": Physical therapist Alicia Perez will discuss tips to reduce falls and exercises to improve balance. Free for seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, reservs: 747-7506)

• 4 to 5:15 p.m. Grief Support Group: Free. Women's Health Center, Alameda Hospital, 2070 Clinton Ave. (Info: 582-8434)

Thursday, Aug. 25

• 1:30 p.m. Music Appreciation: William Sturm will perform a piano recital, and discuss "Norwegian Romantic: Agathe Backer-Grondahl," the music of a Norwegian woman composer. Free for seniors. Free for seniors. Mastick Senior Center, 1155 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, preregistration: 747-7506)

• 8 p.m. Balkan Surf Ska/Western Swing: Featuring Go Van Gogh. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

Friday, Aug. 26

• Noon to 6 p.m. Mobile Blood Drive: Alameda Red Cross Bus, 2402 Central Ave. (Info, appts.: 1-800-733-2767 or www.redcrossblood.org; sponsor code: TUTTIMELONALAMEDA)

• 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.

• 8 p.m. Greater Tuna: Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)

• 8 p.m. Taize — Prayer Around the Cross: An ecumenical candlelight service of mantra style chants, meditation, contemplation and reflection, silence, solitude and serenity. Free to the public. St Joseph's Basilica, 1109 Chestnut St.

• 8 p.m. Tango Music and Dance: Tango dance lesson at 8, followed at 9 by music of Argentina and Uruguay featuring Trio Garufa in concert with Maria Volonte and Urubanda. Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the door. Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Ave. (Info: www.rhythmix.org)

• 8:30 p.m. Vintage Gypsy Jazz: Featuring Le Jazz Hot Trio. No cover. Speisekammer, 2424 Lincoln Ave. (Info: 522-1300)

• 9 p.m. Zydeco Music and Dance: Featuring Mark St. Mary and his Zydeco band. Dance lessons at 8. Tickets sold at the door; $15. Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave. (Info: 522-7626 or 415-285-6285)

Sneak Peek

• Aug. 27, 10 a.m. Poker Tournament: Prizes and gifts for top finishers. Proceeds from entry fees go to scouting programs for Alameda youth. Alameda Elks Lodge, 2255 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, reserves: 522-2772 or www.bsa-alameda.org )

• Aug. 27, 1 to 3 p.m. Closing Reception: Members' sales boutique and closing of the silent auction at 2:15. Presented by Alameda Women Artists. Auction proceeds benefit the AWA Scholarship Fund supporting art education in Alameda. Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave. (Info: 521-1233)

• Sept. 7, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Navy League of Alameda: Reception/happy hour; meet the new officers and learn how you can support sea services. Members and friends are invited (no military background required). Pier 29 Restaurant, 1148 Ballena Blvd. (Info: Nicole, 263-9339 or www.navyleaguealameda.org)

• Sept. 10, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Webster Street Jam: First of two days. Live music, freebies, food and fun for the whole family. Webster Street. (Info: www.westalamedabusiness.com)

• Sept. 10, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Concert: Featuring Who Too, a tribute band of The Who. Free to the public. Lincoln Stage at the Webster Street Jam, Webster Street. (Info: www.westalamedabusiness.com)

• Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Webster Street Jam: Final day. Live music, freebies, food and fun for the whole family. Webster Street. (Info: www.westalamedabusiness.com)

• Sept. 11, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blood Drive: Alameda Elks Lodge, 2255 Santa Clara Ave. (Info, appts.: www.bloodheroes.com, click on "Donate Blood" and enter sponsor code: alamedaelks or call 522-1015)

• Sept. 17, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Composting 101 Workshop: Learn a variety of techniques and styles that can be implemented in any type of space. Dress appropriately for hands-on work, including closed-toe shoes and gardening gloves. Bring any combination of kitchen scraps, cardboard, newspaper, dry leaves or plant trimmings. Free to the public. Ploughshares Nursery, 2701 Main St. (Info: www.ploughsharesnursery.com)

• Sept. 23, 8 p.m. The Rocky Horror Show: Opening night. Performances continue through Oct. 30; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Altarena Playhouse, 1409 High St. (Reservations: 523-1553 or www.altarena.org)