Week 1 July, 2010
This week’s highlighted local treasure is the Haiti Action Committee. From their website:
The Haiti Action Committee is a Bay-Area based network of activists who have supported the Haitian struggle for democracy since 1991. Our members travel frequently to Haiti and are in close touch with Haitian grassroots activists, legal and human rights workers, and victims of repression. With demonstrations and civil disobedience, Congressional lobbying and educational events, publications and community organizing, we are working to build a strong Haiti solidarity movement.
From the East Bay Express:
It’s been six months since the devastating earthquake in Haiti, but the outpouring of volunteers — and the need for them — hasn’t abated. Members of the Haiti Action Committee, a Bay Area activist network that formed in 1991, will be relaying their experiences in post-earthquake Haiti at La Peña Cultural Center (3105 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley) on Saturday, July 10, with photos and video to boot. 4-6 p.m., $7-$20 sliding scale (no one turned away for lack of funds).
Weekend Wanderings salutes the Haiti Action Committee for their tireless work in Haiti whether the news cameras are there or not.
So, let’s find some fun ’round the bay…
North American Unicycling Championships: This weekend in Berkeley. From their website: The North American Unicycling Championships and Convention, also known as “U Games”, is the largest gathering of the year of unicycle enthusiasts in North America and has activities for unicyclists of all ages and skill levels. There are non-competitive activities such as fun rides, workshops, games and social events for all unicyclists. Non-unicyclists are welcome and encouraged to attend–we’ll get you started!
JC Cellars Beach Party: Saturday in Oakland. From their website: When Jeff Cohn was the winemaker at Rosenblum Cellars, annually he crafted more than 70 different wines. Today, at his Oakland-based warehouse winery, the irrepressible vintner now limits himself to a mere 21 bottlings, focusing on Rhône varietals. Cohn’s longtime relationships with some of California’s top growers and vineyards enable him to source some of the state’s finest fruit, including Rockpile in Sonoma County, Fess Parker in Santa Barbara County and Stagecoach in Napa.
Alameda County Fair: Through Sunday in Pleasanton. From the East Bay Express: If the start of summer doesn’t evoke a yearning for deep-fried twinkies and pig racing, you’ve probably never experienced the many exquisite pleasures of the Alameda County Fair (4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton). Now in its 98th year, the fair offers a head-spinning array of activities spread out over 268 acres: tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse racing, cook-offs, nightly concerts, amusement park rides, themed weekends, a hot-dog eating contest, and more. This year also promises the introduction of chocolate-covered bacon, a sheep-riding contest for kids, and what’s billed as “the world’s largest waffle cone.” Wednesday, June 23 through Sunday, July 11. Mon., Wed., and Thu.11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Tue.closed. Admission $4-$10, parking $8-$20, unlimited ride wristband $20-$28.
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