Local Calendar
Public meetings and community events across Alameda County, gathered from the bodies that publish them.
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Friday, October 9
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center10 events
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 3:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 3:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
5:00 PMFriday Nights at OMCA with CHIKA DIOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
Friday Nights at OMCA features live music by CHIKA DI, a dance lesson and showcase with Hustle By The Lake, a DJ set by BLOOM, and Gallery Chats. The event includes performances, social dancing, and guided conversations in the galleries. It is open to the public and takes place on the OMCA campus.
7:30 PMGarratt Wilkin & The ParrotheadsFirehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton
Garratt Wilkin & The Parrotheads, a Northern California tribute band, perform the music of Jimmy Buffett at the Firehouse Arts Center. The concert features Buffett's songs in a casual, tropical-themed setting. The band has performed at festivals and events nationwide since 1999.
Saturday, October 10
10:00 AMMayor's Commission on Persons with DisabilitiesCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
- 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center20 events
- 10:30 AMFamily Nature Adventures: Spiders
- 10:30 AMFamily Nature Adventures: Spiders
- 11:00 AM5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI
- 11:00 AMC360: The Home Galaxy
- 11:00 AMShared Sky Festival – Day 1
- 11:00 AMShared Sky Festival – Day 1
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 12:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 1:00 PMCapturing Star Trails with a Smartphone
- 1:00 PMCapturing Star Trails with a Smartphone
- 1:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 1:00 PMUnveiling the Invisible Universe
- 1:00 PMUnveiling the Invisible Universe
- 2:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 3:00 PMBig Astronomy
- 3:00 PMBig Astronomy
- 3:00 PMLunaverse
Sunday, October 11
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center16 events
- 11:00 AM5000 Eyes: Mapping the Universe with DESI
- 11:00 AMOhlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
- 11:00 AMShared Sky Festival – Day 2
- 11:00 AMShared Sky Festival – Day 2
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 12:00 PMSPACETIME
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 1:00 PMUnveiling the Invisible Universe
- 1:00 PMUnveiling the Invisible Universe
- 2:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 3:00 PMBig Astronomy
- 3:00 PMBig Astronomy
- 3:00 PMScouting Stars: Autumn
- 4:00 PMFrightLight Halloween Laser Show
Monday, October 12
5:30 PMAlameda County-Oakland Community Action PartnershipCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Tuesday, October 13
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
City of Oakland — council & committee meetings6 events
- 9:30 AM*Finance & Management Committee
- 11:30 AM* Public Works And Transportation Committee
- 1:30 PM*Community & Economic Development Committee
- 4:00 PM*Life Enrichment Committee - CANCELLEDCancelled
- 4:00 PM*Special Public Safety Committee
- 6:00 PM*Public Safety Committee - CANCELLEDCancelled
6:00 PMCity Council 2026-10-13 - 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, October 14
- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center10 events
- 11:00 AMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 11:00 AMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 12:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 12:00 PMTales of the Maya Skies
- 1:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 1:00 PMC360: Inspired by Space
- 2:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 2:00 PMWorlds of Curiosity
- 3:00 PMForward to the Moon
- 3:00 PMForward to the Moon
3:00 PMPlanning Commission CommitteeCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
4:30 PMParks and Recreation Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
6:00 PMBudget Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Budget Advisory Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that advises the Oakland City Council on expenditures, revenues and financial policies.
7:00 PMPlanning CommissionCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 200 Old Bernal Ave, Pleasanton CA 94566
An appointed commission that reviews development plan submittals and advises the Pleasanton City Council on land use matters including zoning, use permits, variances and site plans.
7:00 PMYouth Commission MeetingCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings
Thursday, October 15
7:30 AMEconomic Vitality Committee MeetingCity of Pleasanton — council & commission meetings
Economic Vitality Committee
200 Old Bernal Avenue, City Council Chamber, Pleasanton
An appointed committee that advises the City of Pleasanton on economic development and the local business climate.
10:30 AM*Rules & Legislation CommitteeCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
- 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center12 events
- 11:00 AMWorlds of Curiosity
- 11:00 AMWorlds of Curiosity
- 12:00 PMMars: The Ultimate Voyage
- 12:00 PMMars: The Ultimate Voyage
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 1:00 PMLunaverse
- 2:00 PMSPACETIME
- 2:00 PMSPACETIME
- 3:00 PMZodiac Tours
- 3:00 PMZodiac Tours
- 6:30 PMPaint & Sip: Spooky Astronomy
- 6:30 PMPaint & Sip: Spooky Astronomy
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.
Friday, October 16
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Chabot Space & Science Center10 events
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 11:00 AMC360: Inspired by Space
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 12:00 PMThe Sun: Our Living Star
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 1:00 PMSPACETIME
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 2:00 PMPhantom of the Universe
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
- 2:00 PMWaiting Far Away
5:00 PMFriday Nights at OMCA with MacArthur Maze | 60th Anniversary of the Black Panther PartyOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
MacArthur Maze performs live on the Garden Stage, followed by a documentary screening and panel discussion about Mildred Howard. DJ Black Woman ™ plays a set in the Amphitheater, and Sketchboard Co. hosts live figure drawing sessions in the Gallery of California Art. Gallery Chats run throughout the evening.
7:30 PMCarnavalFirehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton
Carnaval, a tribute band, performs music inspired by Santana, featuring Latin rock, blues, and soul. The show includes renditions of classic and popular songs, with live percussion and energetic rhythms. The event is open to all ages and takes place at the Firehouse Arts Center.