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May 10 ¨C Sept. 13, live music in Berkeley parks
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May 10 through September 13, experience a mix of rock, bluegrass, funk, kids¡¯ music, and Latin rhythms at family-friendly concerts across Berkeley.
Join us in Berkeley parks on seven Saturday afternoons this summer for live music concerts that cater to a variety of ages and tastes.
Moms of all ages, those who want to celebrate them, or just jazz lovers, can head to the Berkeley Rose Garden on May 10 for a Mother¡¯s Day celebration?of live music, cold drinks, dessert, and flower giveaways.
Toddlers can sing and dance along with an interactive performance with puppets. Kids up to age 12 might enjoy funk-rock from a costumed band with kid-friendly lyrics and themes.
We also have concerts for those who revel in rock music, fans of funk, and supporters of soul. You can dance to Latin rhythms or, in our last concert on September 13, unwind with acoustic bluegrass by the Bay.
We've spread the concerts across many Berkeley parks, from Shorebird Park on the waterfront to South Berkeley and up into the hills. At least one will be close to you. (You can still come to all). Some of our concerts will include food trucks. All will have live music performed amidst our community. ?
For details, see our??or the specific event links below.
Saturday music series runs May 10 through September 13
Our Music in the Parks series offers local music, kids¡¯ activities, and entertainment, with some events featuring food, games, or guest speakers.
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May 10, 2:00 pm¨C5:00 pm at Berkeley Rose Garden: ?will feature music from the Berkeley High Jazz Society.?We¡¯ll also have cold drinks, cake, flower and dessert giveaways, and multiple photo booths. Activities for the kids include crafts and a bubble show. Seniors can get a ride to and from the event.
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June 7, 2:00 pm¨C4:00 pm at King School Park: will feature?Andy Z and the Happily Ever Laughter Fairies. Fruit popsicles from Bliss Pops will be?available for purchase.
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June 28, 2:00 pm¨C4:00 pm at Ohlone Park Baseball Field: will feature the cover band, Keep On Truckin¡¯.?Food trucks will be on site.
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July 12, 2:00 pm¨C4:00 pm at Grove Park: ?will feature the musicians Michael Jeffries, Nzuri Soul, Ric Alexander, Rhonda Benin, and Soul House Band.?Food trucks or vendors will be on site.
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July 26, 2:00 pm¨C4:00 pm at San Pablo Park: will feature music from Purple Fox and the Heebie Jeebies.?Brown Cap Soft Serve will be available for purchase.
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August 9, 2:00 pm¨C4:00 pm at Strawberry Creek Park: will have music by?La Gente SF.?You¡¯ll be able to buy food from Las Caba?as.
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September 13, 2:00 pm¨C4:00 pm at Shorebird Park: ?will feature music from Gin and Boots.?Beverages for purchase from Roaming Bean Coffee.
Come early to pick out your spot. No alcohol or controlled substances are allowed. Bring your blankets or low back chairs to enjoy the music.
When traveling around the city, consider?,?, or carpooling with friends.
Community concerts are just one of a variety of events organized by the City's?, which offers a variety of camps, classes, and activities catering to diverse age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds. Learn more and sign up via our?. See more opportunities on our?.
Join neighbors, bring friends, and make music part of your summer in our beloved parks.
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Let us know online or in person about proposed spots for eleven new bike share docking stations ¨C racks where users can rent and return bikes and e-bikes for one-way trips across Berkeley, Oakland, and Emeryville.
These 11 new stations would expand Berkeley¡¯s current network of 37 docking stations, offering a low-maintenance, secure way to get around by bike.?
With Bay Wheels stations distributed across the City, bike share can also help you and others bridge a barrier to mass transit known as ¡°the last mile¡± ¨C the distance from a BART station or AC Transit stop to someone¡¯s home.
Weigh in on the proposed locations at our??or by? that closes on May 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm. The finalized locations will begin installation this summer.
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Individuals, families, or groups can volunteer to be part of monthly cleanups at Berkeley¡¯s waterfront and Aquatic Park.
On the third Saturday of each month through August, volunteers start by gathering at the Shorebird Park Nature Center at 9:00 am for a service-learning presentation and safety talk. We¡¯ll provide all the supplies you¡¯ll need.
When possible, staff and volunteers sort, tally, and weigh collected plastic to assess its impact.
We recommend that everyone ¨C especially large groups ¨C register in advance so we can plan accordingly. Individuals or small groups can register in person upon arrival.
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Take emergency preparedness classes with fellow Berkeleyans to learn practical skills you can use during and after disasters.?
These classes include skills such as:?
You can take any or all of the seven different classes in this series, but those who take the entire series will have the opportunity to become certified by the Berkeley Fire Department to educate and organize others, further building the resiliency of their own neighborhoods and Berkeley as a whole.?
Each of these 3-4-hour-long classes will be offered two times in person from May 3 to August 2, 2025, with evening and weekend sessions available.?
Play a vital role in your community during a disaster. Register for all classes via??as early as one month before each class begins.?
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