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Public meetings and community events across Alameda County, gathered from the bodies that publish them.

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Tuesday, September 29

  • 4:00 PMCity Council 2026-09-29 - SpecialCity of Berkeley — City Council agendas

    City Council

    Berkeley

    The elected City Council of Berkeley, which makes decisions on local laws and policies for the city using input from the community.

  • 6:00 PMCity Council 2026-09-29 - RegularCity of Berkeley — City Council agendas

    City Council

    Berkeley

    The elected City Council of Berkeley, which makes decisions on local laws and policies for the city using input from the community.

Wednesday, September 30

  • 11:00 AMOakland Police & Fire Retirement System Board of AdministrationCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)

    Oakland Police & Fire Retirement System Board of Administration

    Oakland

  • 6:00 PMPolice CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)

    Police Commission

    Oakland

Thursday, October 1

  • 10:30 AM*Rules & Legislation CommitteeCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings

    *Rules & Legislation Committee

    City Council Chamber, 3rd Floor, Oakland

  • 5:00 PMPrivacy Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)

    Privacy Advisory Commission

    Oakland

    An appointed commission that advises the City of Oakland on best practices to protect residents' privacy in connection with the city's purchase and use of surveillance equipment and other technology that collects or stores data.

  • 6:00 PMBicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)

    Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

    Oakland

    An appointed commission that serves as a resource to city staff and a public forum on Oakland's efforts to improve the safety and access of walking and bicycling.

  • 6:30 PMCannabis Regulatory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)

    Cannabis Regulatory Commission

    Oakland

  • 7:00 PMLibrary Commission MeetingCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings

    Library Commission

    200 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton

    An appointed commission that advises the City of Pleasanton on its public library.

Friday, October 2

  • 5:00 PMFriday Nights at OMCA with Shanté | Nexus Black Art WeekOakland Museum of California

    OMCA campus, Oakland

    Friday Nights at OMCA features live music by Shanté, a DJ set by Moteef, Drag Storytime with Per Sia, a mini house-making activity, and a panel discussion with Mildred Howard and Adrian Burrell as part of Nexus Black Art Week. Gallery Chats are available throughout the museum.

  • 5:30 PMSpecial Guest Gallery Chat: Mildred Howard and Adrian BurrellOakland Museum of California

    James Moore Theater, 1000 Oak St, Oakland

    Mildred Howard and Adrian Burrell participate in a gallery chat at the James Moore Theater, discussing their art and creative practices. The event is part of MoAD Nexus Black Art Week and includes a moderated conversation with Autumn King, followed by music and activities as part of Friday Nights at OMCA.

  • 7:00 PMTVTC Presents Spooktacular Broadway 2Firehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)

    Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton

    Spooktacular Broadway 2 is a theatrical cabaret featuring spooky Broadway songs and performances. The event, presented by Tri-Valley Theatre Company, includes a mix of classic and modern musical numbers centered around supernatural themes. It takes place at the Firehouse Arts Center on October 2, 2026, at 7 p.m.

Sunday, October 4

  • 1:00 PMOMCA Architecture Walk and TalkOakland Museum of California

    OMCA campus, Oakland

    A guided walk through the OMCA campus with the Council on Architecture, discussing the history and design of the building. Free and open to the public; no reservations required. Lasts about one hour.

Monday, October 5

  • 6:00 PMLandmarks Preservation Advisory BoardCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)

    Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board

    Oakland

    An appointed board that identifies historic landmarks in Oakland, conducts design review hearings on historic properties, and advises the Planning Commission and City Council on preservation.

  • 7:00 PMCivic Arts Commission MeetingCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings

    Civic Arts Commission

    200 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton

    An appointed commission that advises the City of Pleasanton on public art and arts programming.

  • 7:00 PMCivic Arts Commission Regular MeetingCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings

    Civic Arts Commission

    200 Old Bernal Avenue, Pleasanton, CA

    An appointed commission that advises the City of Pleasanton on public art and arts programming.

Tuesday, October 6

  • 3:30 PM* Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City CouncilCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings

    * Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council

    City Council Chamber, 3rd Floor, Oakland

  • 6:30 PMCity Council Special Meeting Closed SessionCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings

    City Council

    City Council Conference Room, 200 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton

    The elected City Council of Pleasanton, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.

  • 7:00 PMCity Council MeetingCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings

    City Council

    City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton CA 94566

    The elected City Council of Pleasanton, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.