On Saturday, March 29, the Alameda community came together to make a lasting impact by planting 50 trees at Linear Park on Main Street. Organized by 100K Trees for Humanity and ARPD, the event drew approximately 60 volunteers from across the city, all eager to contribute to a greener future. https://alamedapost.com/news/community-unites-plant-50-trees-linear-park/

Looking for something to do this weekend? The Alameda Post Community Events Calendar has you covered. Shop local goods at markets, shoot some hoops, enjoy a night of storytelling, or take a unique fishing excursion! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-adventures-big-small/

On March 10, the debate surrounding parking spaces at the Alameda Aquatic Center continued during a Planning Board public workshop. The new designs have eliminated 27 parking stalls. Karin K. Jensen also relays updates on the Housing Element, a transportation report, and CARP. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-provides-feedback-updated-aquatic-center-design/

It's time to plant some trees! Joyce Mercado invites the community to join 100k Trees for Humanity and ARPD on March 29, 9 a.m. to noon, at Linear Park on Main Street. Just bring your closed-toe shoes, water bottle, and gloves. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/100k-trees-for-humanity-arpd-host-community-tree-planting/

On February 10, the basement of the Veteran’s Building was packed for the Queer Teen Alameda Center's (QTAC) Open House. Alameda County Supervisor Lena Tam also presented a $10,000 check to Alameda Pride! Jean Chen chats with attendees about the exciting programs. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/community-gathers-celebrate-queer-teen-alameda-center/

Alameda’s acorn revival is reconnecting the community with the harvest, processing, and culinary celebration of this local nut. Gabriel Duncan, founder and principal researcher of the Alameda Native History Project, invites the community to participate in a variety of ways over the coming months. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/experience-alamedas-acorn-revival-alameda-native-history-project/

On December 3, City Council approved the Social Service Human Relations Board’s housing and community development needs statement for the coming fiscal year’s Community Development Block Grant Action Plan. Karin K. Jensen explains how Block Grant funding serves community needs.

https://alamedapost.com/news/council-approves-community-development-needs-statement/

Alameda Sings! will lift holiday spirits with their Winter Concert “The Light of the Season” on Saturday, December 7, 7:30 p.m., at the Alameda Veterans Memorial Building. The family friendly performance is free, although donations are appreciated.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-sings-shines-light-season/

Alameda’s LGBTQ+ youth are getting a new drop-in teen center where they can hang out and socialize in a safe space. Adam Gillitt reports on the innovative launch coinciding with National Coming Out Day, Friday, October 11—the first of its kind in the city.

https://alamedapost.com/news/drop-in-center-opens-alamedas-lgbtq-youth/

Fall festivities have begun! This week in Alameda, shop artisan wares and eat delicious food at Faction Brewing's Fall Market, see two free outdoor performances, take your pick of three history and architecture tours, and grab a seat at the 2024 General Election Alameda Candidate Forum.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-fall/

After robust public comment on the designs for the new Aquatic Center, City Council voted for a 30-meter pool and an activity pool, rather than a single 50-meter pool. Karin K. Jensen also reports that Council voted to keep most Slow Street barricades until later Neighborhood Greenway development.

https://alamedapost.com/news/council-approves-30-meter-activity-pools-aquatic-center/

This week in All Around Alameda: Get involved at local job fairs, learn something new, catch a film, take a stroll, and experience delicious eats and great music at not one, but TWO festivals!

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-work-hard-play-hard/

As the City draws up plans for the new aquatic facility at Jean Sweeney Open Space Park, Drew Swartz writes a Letter to the Editor espousing a 50-meter pool.

https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letter-support-for-50-meter-pool-at-jean-sweeney-open-space/

Driving rhythms, vibrant regalia, fabulous footwork, and flavorful cuisines will highlight the ’Round the World Festival, a free celebration of music, dance, art, food and culture from Latin and Indigenous traditions happening Saturday, September 21, at Chochenyo Park.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/round-the-world-festival-at-chochenyo-park/

Get out of the house this week with Alameda favorites—like the annual Legacy Home Tour! The whole family is invited to the 2024 Family Fun Ride Around Alameda, and barbecue lovers may rejoice, thanks to AEF's Back 2 School BBQ. All this and more in our weekly events roundup, All Around Alameda.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-homegrown-fun/

Joe Restagno invites Alamedans of all ages to the 7-mile, 2024 Family Fun Ride through Alameda's parks on September 14. Register online to join the fun!

https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/2024-family-fun-ride-with-alameda-friends-of-the-parks/

In this week’s edition of All Around Alameda, we take a look at a few of this week’s upcoming events that let you kick back, relax, and enjoy a show. Watch a movie, experience live music and dance performances, see the opening weekend of a play, or enjoy brunch at a drag show.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-want-to-catch-a-show/

Last week, members of the Alameda Pickleball community celebrated the 92nd birthday of one of their most beloved players, Ed Wong. Although he's only been playing for a year, Ed can be found playing with friends at Lincoln Park at least four times a week.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/ed-wong-celebrates-92nd-birthday-with-alameda-pickleballers/

Rising Seas, a free climate art event presented by Rhythmix Cultural Works, shares the joys and concerns of living on an island amid a climate crisis and rising sea levels. The event will conclude with a special exhibit on August 24, featuring live music, dance, visual art. Photo Maurice Ramirez.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/rising-seas-special-exhibit-set-for-saturday-august-24/

After an excellent July 4th Parade, the City of Alameda has announced the winners. Parade participants were considered in seven different categories, and the popular Cargo Bike Brigade was selected as the recipient of the Mayor’s Trophy for the second time in the last three years.

https://alamedapost.com/news/2024-july-4th-parade-award-winners/