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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

  • 7:00 AMKONO Ambassador Neighborhood CleanupOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Suite #109, 2633 Telegraph Ave, Oakland

    Event page

  • 9:00 AMFriends of Sausal Creek: Dimond Park RestorationOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Dimond Park Historical Scout Hut, Oakland

    Event page

  • 10:00 AMLake Merritt Institute Community CleanupOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Lake Merritt Sail Boat House, 568 Bellevue Ave, Oakland

    Event page

  • 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.

    Event pageAgenda

  • 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.

    Event pageAgenda

Wednesday, September 30

  • All dayArt Exhibit Opening Reception: Mi'Chelle FredrickCity of Alameda — city events & activities

    Mastick, Front Lobby, 1155 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda

    Event page

  • All dayBoard of Directors MeetingLivermore Area Recreation & Park District — Board of Directors

    Board of Directors

    Livermore

    The elected board of the Livermore Area Recreation and Park District, directly responsible to the electorate, which runs parks and recreation programs in the Livermore area.

    Event page

  • 8:30 AMKeep Dimond Clean Every WednesdayOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    2055 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland

    Event page

  • 10:30 AMWalking on WednesdaysCity of Piedmont — meetings and events

    Meet in front of the Exedra Arch at Highland and Magnolia, Piedmont

  • 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

    Event page

  • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Chabot Space & Science Center5 events

  • 1:00 PMFriends of Sausal Creek: Native Plant NurseryOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Friends of Sausal Creek Native Plant Nursery, Oakland

    Event page

  • 4:15 PMHoover Institution: The Triumph of Economic Freedom featuring Senator Phil GrammBayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar

    Online (Via Zoom)

    The Hoover Institution hosts a book talk on 'The Triumph of Economic Freedom' with authors Senator Phil Gramm and Donald J. Boudreaux. The event is in person and available online via Zoom. Registration is required.

    Event page

  • 5:00 PMAlameda County Republican Party: Governors Debate Watch PartyBayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar

    ACRP Headquarters, 1039 MacArthur Blvd, San Leandro

    The Alameda County Republican Party will host a Governors Debate Watch Party at their headquarters. A taco bar will be available, and attendees may bring their own beverages. Registration is required.

    Event page

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

    Police Commission

    Oakland

    Event page

  • 6:30 PMFamily Storytime (Main Library)City of San Leandro — city calendar

    San Leandro Public Library, 300 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro

    Event page

Thursday, October 1

  • 8:00 AMMACRO Town Care CaféOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Oakland

    Event page

  • 8:00 AMTown Care CaféOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Town Care Café at the Frank Ogawa Plaza, 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza, Oakland

    Event page

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

    *Rules & Legislation Committee

    City Council Chamber, 3rd Floor, Oakland

    Event pageAgenda

  • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Chabot Space & Science Center5 events

  • 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.

    Event page

  • 5:30 PMFriends of Concordia ParkOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    3000 62nd Ave, Oakland

    Event page

  • 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.

    Event page

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

    Cannabis Regulatory Commission

    Oakland

    Event page

  • 7:00 PMHistorical Advisory BoardCancelledCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings

    Historical Advisory Board

    City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda

    An appointed board that promotes the educational, cultural and economic welfare of Alameda by preserving and protecting the historical resources that are visible reminders of the city's history and heritage.

    Event pageAgenda

  • 7:00 PMHistorical Advisory Board MeetingCity of Alameda — city events & activities

    City Chambers, Alameda 95101, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda

    Event page

  • 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.

    Agenda

Friday, October 2

  • 10:00 AMAmerican Red Cross Blood DriveCity of Dublin — city calendar

    Dublin Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin

    Event page

  • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Chabot Space & Science Center5 events

  • 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.

    Event page

  • 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.

    Event page

  • 7:00 PMMacbeth at the DMT with Sweet Thunder ShakespeareHayward Area Recreation & Park District

    Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward

    Event page

  • 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.

    Event page

Saturday, October 3

  • 8:00 AMFall Flea Market (New Location!)Hayward Area Recreation & Park District

    Sorensdale Recreation Center, 275 Goodwin Street, Hayward

    Event page

  • 8:30 AMCommunity Cleanup with Rainbow Community Neighborhood Council 27yOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    6015 Bancroft Ave, Oakland

    Event page

  • 8:30 AMDistrict 5 Weekend BeautificationOakland community events calendar (city events page)

    Guadalajara, 1001 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland

    Event page

  • 9:00 AMSenior Info FairCity of Dublin — city calendar

    Dublin Senior Center, 7600 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin

    Event page

  • 10:30 AMMandarin Chinese Storytime (Main Library)City of San Leandro — city calendar

    San Leandro Public Library, 300 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro

    Event page

  • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

    Chabot Space & Science Center5 events

  • 2:00 PMMacbeth at the DMT with Sweet Thunder ShakespeareHayward Area Recreation & Park District

    Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward

    Event page

  • 7:00 PMMacbeth at the DMT with Sweet Thunder ShakespeareHayward Area Recreation & Park District

    Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward

    Event page

Sunday, October 4

Monday, October 5

  • 10:00 AMLeadership Institute: Finishing Strong (Webinar)BayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar

    Online (Via Zoom)

    This webinar focuses on managing the final phase of a campaign with discipline and focus. Participants will learn strategies for maintaining a clear message, managing resources, and handling late-stage risks. It is intended for campaign staff and candidates.

    Event page

  • 6:00 PMCity CouncilCity of Piedmont — meetings and events

    City Council

    City Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611, Piedmont

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

  • 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.

    Event page

  • 7:00 PM10/5/2026 Open Government Commission MeetingCity of Alameda — city events & activities

    Alameda

    Event page

  • 7:00 PMCity Council MeetingCity of Albany — city calendar & public meetings

    City Council

    Albany City Hall Council Chambers, 1000 San Pablo Ave, Albany

    The elected City Council of Albany, the city's legislative body, which makes policy decisions on the governance of the city.

    Event page

  • 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.

    Agenda

  • 7:00 PMOpen Government CommissionUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings

    Open Government Commission

    City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda

    Event pageAgenda

Tuesday, October 6

  • 1:00 PMGolden Age Matinee - The Great Train RobberyHayward Area Recreation & Park District

    Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N 3rd St, Hayward

    Event page

  • 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

    Event pageAgenda

  • 4:15 PMOperations & Water Quality Committee MeetingAlameda County Water District — Board & committee meetings

    43885 S. Grimmer Blvd, Fremont

    Event page

  • 6:00 PMIndependent Institute: California’s Proposed Wealth TaxBayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar

    Independent Institute Conference Center, 100 Swan Way, Oakland

    A panel discussion at the Independent Institute Conference Center will explore the economic, legal, and policy implications of California’s proposed wealth tax, based on the Reset Report. Panelists include Joshua D. Rauh, Kristian Fors, and Phil Magness. Registration is required.

    Event page

  • 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 CouncilUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings

    City Council

    City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda CA 94501, Alameda

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

    Event pageAgenda

  • 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.

  • 7:00 PMRegular City Council MeetingCity of Dublin — city calendar

    City Council

    Civic Center, Peter W. Snyder Council Chamber, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin

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

    Event page

  • 7:00 PMRegular City Council Meetings 2026City of Alameda — city events & activities

    City Council

    Council Chambers, City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda

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

    Event page