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    Jane Solomon and Tyler Schnoebelen in Conversation launching The Dictionary of Difficult Words: With More Than 400 Perplexing Words to Test Your Wits! 

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Ages 7 up! Jane Solomon and Tyler Schnoebelen in Conversation launching The Dictionary of Difficult Words: With More Than 400 Perplexing Words to Test Your Wits!  To reserve your seat, purchase a copy of The Dictionary of Difficult Words by speaking to a bookseller or ordering from our website. What is a bumbershoot? Or a moonbow? And what does […]

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    Bolshoi Ballet 2018/19 Season: Carmen Suite / Petrushka

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Carmen is as sensual and free-spirited as ever as she finds herself caught in a love triangle. The passionate one act ballet by Cuban choreographer Alberto Alonso, originally conceived for legendary Bolshoi prima ballerina Maya Plisetskaya, will captivate audiences alongside Petrushka, a new creation for the Bolshoi by contemporary choreographer Edward […]

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    Great Art On Screen – Water Lilies of Monet: The Magic of Water and Light

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Voyage through the masterpieces and obsessions of the genius and founder of Impressionism, Claude Monet. An art-world disruptor at the turn of the 20th century whose obsession with capturing light and water broke all convention, Monet revolutionized Modern Art with his timeless masterpieces. An in-depth, exclusive tour led by Monet scholars […]

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    Susan Adrian & her new book Forever Neverland

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Kids 8-12/ Susan Adrian in Conversation with Anne Nesbet discussing Adrian's new book, Forever Neverland, a contemporary sequel to J. M. Barrie's timeless classic Peter Pan. "A magical ode to childhood that updates the classic while keeping its flavor."--Kirkus Reviews  "One of the best representations of autism in middle grade literature. A must purchase for all children who love […]

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    EXHIBITION On Screen 2018/19 Season: Van Gogh & Japan

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Wed, June 5 1 & 7pm & Wed, July 10 4pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE "I envy the Japanese" Van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo. In the exhibition on which this film is based - VAN GOGH & JAPAN at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam - one can see why. Though Vincent van […]

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    Stratford Festival on Film: The Tempest

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Tue, June 11 1pm & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by William Shakespeare directed by Antoni Cimolino starring Martha Henry "Seeing it is a joy"- Toronto Star "The real magic and grandeur come from Marth Henry as Prospero" - The New York Times "Magic is in the air" (Broadway World) in the Stratford Festival's latest production […]

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    Louise Aranson presents Elderhood: Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, Reimagining Life, an essential, empathetic look at a vital but little respected stage of life.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Louise Aranson presents Elderhood: Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, Reimagining Life, an essential, empathetic look at a vital but little respected stage of life. "In the latter years there are possibilities for joy, transcendence, and meaning, but also for just the opposite. Aronson writes like a memoirist while giving us scientific insight, philosophical wisdom, and wise counsel for a […]

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    Space Phantasy Cartooning @ Claremont Branch Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Mondays 1-3pm in JUNE (17th), JULY (8th & 22nd), and AUGUST (5th) Graphic novelist and art mentor, Aaron Southerland, will hold a series of cartooning vibe sessions focused on outer […]

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    National Theatre Live: The Audience – Special Encore Presentation

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Special Encore Presentation! Tue, June 18 1 & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE starring Tony Award® Winner Helen Mirren by Peter Morgan directed by Stephen Daldry Nominated for three Tony Awards®, The Audience sees Helen Mirren reprise her Olivier Award-winning performance as Queen Elizabeth II, following her Academy Award® win for the same role The […]

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    Saving Face @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library – FREE MOVIE

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    June 19, 2019 - 5:30pm-7:30pm  Saving Face R/2004/97 minutes Appealing tale of a lesbian who hides her sexuality from her mother. Michelle Krusiec, Joan Chen, Lynn Chen, Jin Wang. Event Category: LGBTQ / Pride, Movie

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    Maker Lab: Open Lab @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Next event (Monthly): July 20, 2019 - 10:00am-12:00pm View all dates Claremont Branch A place to drop in and try out: *Sewing on a Babylock sewing machine *Button-making *Drawing on the ProWise […]

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    Veggie Pasta Party @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    On Monday, June 24, at 2:00-3:00pm Chef Jillian Love is back!  Learn to make your own veggie noodles from Zucchini and two delicious sauces. Gluten, Meat  and Dairy Free. For […]

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    Black Cedar performing @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join us for re-created, re-discovered, and re-imagined chamber music. Black Cedar’s accolades include multiple grants from the Zellerbach Family Foundation and the San Francisco Friends of Chamber Music, and an […]

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    42nd Street – The Musical

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE "42nd Street with Bonnie Langford is naughty, bawdy, gaudy and GLORIOUS!" - Express UK "An American classic right royally revived!" – Telegraph UK "From the costumes and choreography to the divine melodies, deliciously smart lyrics and hugely talented cast, this show has glories to spare!" – Express UK "Dazzling and deliriously joyous" - Express UK […]

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    Moonlight @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library – FREE MOVIE

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    R/2016/111 minutes A young black man struggles to find his place in the world while growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami. Please call 510-981-6280 for more information about […]

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    Disaster Prep for People w/ Disabilities @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Please join us on Friday, June 28th from 12-2pm for a presentation on disaster preparedness planning for people with disabilities and seniors. Walter Delson from Easy Does It Emergency Services […]

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    Amber Hines’ Soul Soup @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Soul Soup with Amber Hines is a family style music ritual for all ages with live drum accompaniment. Come sing, dance, and play! Amber blends traditional and contemporary music that […]

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    FREE Movie:The Guardians @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join us for a screening of The Guardians on June 29th at 1:00pm as we mark Elder Abuse Awareness Month.  The Guardians is a 2017 documentary that exposes corruption within […]

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    EXHIBITION On Screen 2018/19 Season: Van Gogh & Japan

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE "I envy the Japanese" Van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo. In the exhibition on which this film is based - VAN GOGH & JAPAN at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam - one can see why. Though Vincent van Gogh never visited Japan it is the country that had the […]

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    Moon Landing Celebration @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    12-1pm Crafts and board games (Spaceteam and Chronology) 1-2pm Watch NASA live webcast We will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11’s Moon Landing with crafting, playing board games […]

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    Brandon Brown presents The Apollo Chronicles: Engineering America’s First Moon Missions

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Brandon Brown presents The Apollo Chronicles: Engineering America's First Moon Missions, a uniquely earthbound story of space travel that follows a handful of surviving engineers from the time through their longest days, tightest deadlines, and most confounding challenges.  has captured the soul of what was arguably the most challenging and significant engineering accomplishment of the 20th century…a great read […]

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    NT Live 2019 Winter to Summer Season: Small Island

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    July 9, 18, 23 & Aug 1 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE adapted by Helen Edmundson based on the novel by Andrea Levy directed by Rufus Norris Andrea Levy's epic, Orange Prize-winning novel Small Island bursts to new life. Experience the play in cinemas, filmed live on stage as part of National Theatre Live's 10th […]

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    Sing Sea Chanteys @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Get a taste of maritime life and lore when Peter from the National Park Service leads a sea chantey sing for would- be sailors of all ages. Free.

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    Space Phantasy Cartooning @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Mondays 1-3pm in JUNE (17th), JULY (8th & 22nd), and AUGUST (5th) Graphic novelist and art mentor, Aaron Southerland, will hold a series of cartooning vibe sessions focused on outer […]

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    Magical Moonshine Puppets: The Gunniwolf @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Little Rabbit goes into the forest to pick flowers even though her mother has warned her not to. There she meets the Gunniwolf who wants her to sing him to […]

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    Tucker Malarkey returns to present Stronghold: One Man’s Quest to Save the World’s Wild Salmon, the story of Guido Rahr

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Tucker Malarkey returns to present Stronghold: One Man's Quest to Save the World's Wild Salmon, the story of Guido Rahr, a passionate and eccentric environmentalist who has single-mindedly dedicated his life to saving the environment, working to preserve the world's last pristine stronghold for salmon in Russia's Far East--a landscape of ecological richness and diversity that is rapidly […]

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    National Theatre Live 2019/20 5-Play Season

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Season Begins with The Lehman Trilogy by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power and directed by Sam Mendes! Season Subscriptions On Sale Now! To Purchase Tickets Click HERE We are thrilled to announce the National Theatre Live 2019/20 5-Play Season! The Lehman Trilogy by Stefano Massini adapted by Ben Power directed by Sam Mendes A Midsummer […]

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    The Lager Queen of Minnesota

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    J. Ryan Stradal reads from his much-anticipated The Lager Queen of Minnesota, a novel of family, Midwestern values, hard work, fate, and the secrets of making a world-class beer, from the author of Kitchens of the Great Midwest. "Warm, whimsical, incredibly well-written and infused with Stradal's signature sympathy for his characters--those everyday heroes we all know and love. […]

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    Planet Bee @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Hands-on, educational workshops where you can meet live bees and learn about how they live and their importance to the environment. Ages 4 and up.

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    Space Phantasy Cartooning @Claremont Branch, Berkeley Public Library

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Mondays 1-3pm in JUNE (17th), JULY (8th & 22nd), and AUGUST (5th) Graphic novelist and art mentor, Aaron Southerland, will hold a series of cartooning vibe sessions focused on outer space. The sessions are dedicated to the artsy students who desire to create and continue working on their own cartoon and comic characters. Aaron will […]

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    National Theatre Live: Hamlet – Special Encore Presentation

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Special Encore Presentation Tue, Aug 6 1 & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by William Shakespeare directed by Lyndsey Turner starring Benedict Cumberbatch "This is a Hamlet for a world on the edge: a warning from history, and a plea for new ideas from a new generation." Variety "Benedict Cumberbatch is a blazing five-star Hamlet." […]

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    Alexander Tilney in Conversation with Katharine Dion discussing Tilney’s new novel, The Expectations

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Alexander Tilney in Conversation with Katharine Dion discussing Tilney's new novel, The Expectations, "a deeply resonant, brilliantly nuanced meditation on privilege, social ambition, and the folly (and cruelty) of youth."--Kate Walbert "Alexander Tilney applies supple, panoramic prose to the deep interior of an exclusive Northeastern prep school, with arresting results: at once anthropological and visceral, […]

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    Radical Ritual: How Burning Man Changed the World.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Neil Shister in Conversation with Harley Dubois discussing Radical Ritual: How Burning Man Changed the World. "An all-in history of, and love letter to, this one-of-a-kind event. If you've been there, or want to go, you couldn't possibly find better companions than Neil Shister and his engaging book."--Daniel Okrent, author of Last Call and The Guarded Gate To […]

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    Royal Shakespeare Company: Measure for Measure

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Tue, Aug 27 1 & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE "To whom should I complain?" When a young novice nun is compromised by a corrupt official, who offers to save her brother from execution in return for sex, she has no idea where to turn for help. When she threatens to expose him, he tells […]

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    Kids 12 up! Elizabeth Lim reads from Spin the Dawn

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Kids 12 up! Elizabeth Lim reads from Spin the Dawn, a sweeping YA fantasy about a young girl who poses as a boy to compete for the role of imperial tailor and embarks on an impossible journey to sew three magic dresses, from the sun, the moon, and the stars. "Pure magic. Romance, artistry, and deep […]

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    American Heretics: The Politics of the Gospel

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Q&A with director Catherine Butler To Purchase Tickets Click HERE American Heretics: The Politics of the Gospel takes audiences into the buckle of Bible belt where a group of defiant Oklahomans are rising up to challenge deeply rooted fundamentalist Christian doctrine. Labeled as "heretics" for their beliefs and actions, they refuse to wield their faith as […]

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    ZZ TOP: That Little Ol Band From Texas

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Produced by the Emmy award-winning Banger Films, ZZ TOP: THAT LITTLE OL' BAND FROM TEXAS tells the story of how three oddball teenage bluesmen - Billy Gibbons, Dusty Hill, and Frank Beard – became one of the biggest, most beloved bands on the planet, all while maintaining a surrealist mystique that continues to intrigue fans […]

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    Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE ★★★★★ "Witty, menacing, lyrical and wild!" - Daily Telegraph ★★★★★ "As vital as ever!" - The Stage ★★★★★ "A charged emotional core ensured Swan Lake flew, and continues to fly!" - The Observer Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake comes to cinemas with a fresh look for the 21st century and is 'as bold and beautiful as ever' […]

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    Meg Waite Clayton returns to launch The Last Train to London

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Meg Waite Clayton returns to launch The Last Train to London, a beautifully rendered novel centering on the Kindertransports that carried thousands of children out of Nazi-occupied Europe--and one brave woman who helped them escape to safety. "Painful and beautiful, absorbing and unforgettable. A wonderful tribute to courage, to a remarkable woman, to the ones she saved, and the ones […]

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    2nd Annual New York Cat Film Festival

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Bringing the joy of cat videos to the masses and raising money for cats in need. 10% proceeds will go to Friends of Oakland Animal Services! The NY Cat Film Festival is an exploration through film of the fascinating felines who share our lives, creating a shared audience experience that […]

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    3rd Annual New York Dog Film Festival

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Bringing the joy of dog videos to the masses and raising money for dogs in need. 10% proceeds will go to Friends of Berkeley Animal Care Services! The NY Dog Film Festival is an annual celebration of the love between dogs and their people, through short films from around the world […]

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    Kids 9-12! Lucy Jane Bledsoe launch party for her new middle-grade novel, Running Wild.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To reserve your seat, please purchase a copy of Running Wild by speaking to a bookseller or clicking on the cover below. Twelve-year-old Willa and her twin brothers have survived with their father in the Alaskan wilderness for five years. But Willa knows this can't go on--they must escape.Since their mother died five years ago, Willa, her […]

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    Kids 4-8! Mac Barnett & Greg Pizzoli launch their new books Hi, Jack! and Jack Blasts Off

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Kids 4-8! Mac Barnett & Greg Pizzoli launch their new books Hi, Jack! and Jack Blasts Off, a funny early reader series about a mischievous rabbit, a cranky old lady, and a lovable dog sure to delight fans of Elephant & Piggie. The always entertaining author/illustrator duo will hold forth at Mrs. Dalloway's for this special Saturday morning family event. […]

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    NaNoWriMo’s Grant Faulkner, Rebecca Stern and Laura Bradley launch Brave the Page

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    NaNoWriMo's Grant Faulkner, Rebecca Stern and Laura Bradley launch Brave the Page, the official NaNoWriMo handbook that inspires young people to tackle audacious goals and complete their creative projects. To reserve your seat, please purchase a copy of Brave the Page by speaking to a bookseller or clicking on the cover below. National Novel Writing Month (aka NaNoWriMo) […]

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    National Theatre Live: The Lehman Trilogy

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Wed, Sep 18 7pm  To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by Stefano Massini adapted by Ben Power directed by Sam Mendes starring Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles ★★★★★ "What an astonishing evening! Engrossing play and an acting masterclass." - Guardian ★★★★★ "Theatre at its best. Sam Mendes triumphs." - Times ★★★★ "Spectacular saga magnificently performed by Simon Russell Beale, […]

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    Great Art On Screen 2019/20 Season: Tintoretto: A Rebel in Venice

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Tintoretto: A Rebel in Venice fully immerses audiences in the life of the last great artist of the Italian Renaissance. With the enchanting narrative voice of twice Academy Award nominee Helena Bonham Carter, cinema audiences visit places that evoke and preserve the memory of the painter, including the State Archives, the […]

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    Bonnie Tsui & other Writers Grotto members host an interactive party/workshop inaugurating a new series for writers: LIT STARTS

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Bonnie Tsui & other Writers Grotto members host an interactive party/workshop inaugurating a new series for writers: LIT STARTS. Writing Action is the focus of this evening, with Foreword author Bonnie Tsui reading and guiding a prompt-and-response session. To reserve your seat, please purchase any of the four LIT STARTS books listed below by speaking to […]

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    Peter Dale Scott and Freeman Ng present Poetry and Terror: Politics and Poetics in Coming to Jakarta

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Peter Dale Scott and Freeman Ng present Poetry and Terror: Politics and Poetics in Coming to Jakarta, a study at many levels of Scott's long poem Coming to Jakarta. To reserve your seat, please purchase a copy of Poetry and Terror ($34.99 paperback) in advance by speaking to a bookseller. Coming to Jakarta is Scott's response to a midlife crisis […]

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    E.R. Razmipoor OFFSITE presenting The Ventriloquists

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    E.R. Razmipoor OFFSITE presenting The Ventriloquists, her much-anticipated debut novel inspired by true events, about a ragtag gang of journalists and resistance fighters risking everything for an elaborate scheme to undermine the Reich. "Magnetic... Sprawling and ambitious, with crisp pacing and fully realized characters, this will fascinate anyone looking for an unusual, enthralling war story." -- Publishers Weekly […]

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    Shakespeare’s Globe: The Merry Wives of Windsor

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Double-meanings, disguises and dirty laundry abound in The Merry Wives of Windsor as Sir John Falstaff sets about improving his financial situation by wooing Mistress Page and Mistress Ford. But the 'Merry Wives' quickly caught on to his tricks and decide to have a bit of fun of their own at […]

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    Jean Fruth & Jeff Idelson present Grassroots Baseball: Where Legends Begin.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Jean Fruth & Jeff Idelson present Grassroots Baseball: Where Legends Begin. The evening includes a presentation by photographer Jean Fruth and retiring National Baseball Hall of Fame President Jeff Idelson, on some of the legends in the book and the places they come from. Followed by a book signing.  A matching donation of the book price ($60) will be donated to […]

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    L. John Harris launches his delightful new book, Café French: A Flâneur’s Guide to the Language, Lore and Food of the Paris Café.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    L. John Harris launches his delightful new book, Café French: A Flâneur’s Guide to the Language, Lore and Food of the Paris Café.  "L. John Harris's amusing and instructive book distills Parisian flânerie—that unique blend of urban strolling and conversing that fuses literary, spatial and historical life—with playful images, witty narrative and memorable quotations by and […]

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    National Theatre Live: One Man, Two Guvnors – Special Encore Presentation

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE ★★★★ Daily Telegraph, Evening Standard, The Times, Time Out In Richard Bean's English version of Goldoni's classic Italian comedy, sex, food and money are high on the agenda. Featuring a Tony Award-winning performance from host of the The Late Late Show, James Corden, the hilarious West End and Broadway hit One Man, […]

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    Matt Maiocco, Brad Mangin & Brian Murphy present Letters to 87: Fans Remember the Legacy of Dwight Clark

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Matt Maiocco, Brad Mangin & Brian Murphy present Letters to 87: Fans Remember the Legacy of Dwight Clark, a coffee table book featuring heartfelt letters from fans of the San Francisco 49ers hero, with essays by Edward J. DeBartolo Jr., Ronnie Lott, Joe Montana, Brian Murphy, and Kelly Clark. Letters to 87 also offers rare photos from Michael […]

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    Snoopy, Come Home

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    FREE Kid Pack with Each Child Admission! To Purchase Tickets Click HERE For the first time since its original release in 1972, the Peanuts classic Snoopy, Come Home has been digitally remastered and will be shown in theaters. In this follow up to 1969's A Boy Named Charlie Brown, the scholarly Snoopy finds himself dragged between […]

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    Wine Walk in the Elmwood

    Elmwood Business Association College and Ashby, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Enjoy a leisurely Sunday afternoon stroll in The Elmwood and sample over 50 wines! Buy tickets online by October 4th for only $25. After October 4th, tickets will be available for $35. If we do not sell out, tickets will be available day of at the ticket table on the lawn next to Wells Fargo […]

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    Metallica & San Francisco Symphony: S&M²

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    A must-see celebration of the 20th anniversary of Metallica's groundbreaking S&M concerts and album recorded with the San Francisco Symphony. See them once again perform with the Symphony as legendary conductor Michael Tilson Thomas leads a portion of the show, kicking off his final season in San Francisco. Recorded live on September 6th and 8th, […]

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    Prerna Lal launching Unsung America: Immigrant Trailblazers and Our Fight for Freedom

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Prerna Lal launching Unsung America: Immigrant Trailblazers and Our Fight for Freedom. Please join us for a most timely discussion. "Deeply insightful and intentionally detailed--Prerna Lal has conceived a text that breaks down the inner workings of the United States immigration system and the impact it has had on the lives of countless immigrants and […]

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    NT Live: Fleabag

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge Directed by Vicky Jones ★★★★★ "Witty, filthy and supreme!" - Guardian See the hilarious, award-winning, one-woman show that inspired the BBC's hit TV series Fleabag, broadcast live to Rialto Cinemas from London's West End. Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Fleabag, Killing Eve) and directed by […]

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    Great Art On Screen 2019/20 Season: Gauguin in Tahiti: Paradise Lost

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Wed, Oct 23 1 & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE GAUGUIN IN TAHITI: PARADISE LOST traces the legendary life story of Paul Gauguin who left France for Tahiti, feverishly in search of deep immersions into lush nature, for feelings, visions and colors, ever purer and brighter. Audiences join this journey from Tahiti to American museums […]

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    Lawrence Weschler presents And How Are You, Dr. Sacks? A Biographical Memoir of Oliver Sacks

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Lawrence Weschler presents And How Are You, Dr. Sacks? A Biographical Memoir of Oliver Sacks, the untold story of the famous neurologist, his own most singular patient. "The story of Lawrence Weschler's faithful four-decade friendship with the amazing Oliver Sacks offers pleasures and amazements on every page. This loving but unblinking portrait will delight fans of Dr. Sacks […]

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    Rosalind Brackenbury returns to read from her exquisite new novel, Without Her.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    To reserve your seat, please purchase a copy of Without Her in advance by speaking to a bookseller or clicking on the cover below. When her old friend Hannah doesn't show up at her house in the south of France, everyone assumes that Claudia, who has known Hannah since their shared years at boarding school, will […]

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    The Elmwood Trick or Treating

    Your Basic Bird 2940 College Ave, berkeley, CA, United States

    Come celebrate Halloween with some trick or treating in the Elmwood. Wear a costume & pick up your treat bag and map.  Pick up the map and bag at either The Cutting Edge Optical (2980 College Avenue) or Your Basic Bird (2940 College Avenue).   Treats available at over 30 businesses, fun for children and […]

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    Goosebumps Movie Marathon @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch

    Goosebumps (2016), 103 min, PG Upset about moving from a big city to a small town, teenager Zach Cooper finds a silver lining when he meets the beautiful girl, Hannah, living right next door, and makes a quick friend in Champ. But every silver lining has a cloud, and Zach's comes when he learns that […]

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    Sweet Vegan Treats @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Vegan Chef and cookbook author Hannah Kaminsky discusses her latest mouthwatering cookbook, Sweet Vegan Treats.  There will be a cooking demonstration, book signing and goodies to eat, too. All ages welcome. Read more about Hannah at http://www.bittersweetblog.com.  Hannah will also visit the Tarea Hall Pittman South on December 10th at 6:30 pm.

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    Canned Food Drive

    McGuire Real Estate 2991 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Please help us help the Alameda County Food Bank- collecting nutritious non-perishable food. Collecting food November 1-30th! Most Wanted items: Peanut Butter, Chili, Soups, Tuna, Bean, Canned Veggies, Canned Fruits, Pasta, Rice, Cereal, Cat + Dog food too. Donation Barrels located at Anton's Salon, Vintage Berkeley, McGuire Real Estate, Cheap Pete's

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    NaNoWriMo How To Get Published @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    November 2, 2019 - 1:00pm-2:00pm  Claremont Branch As part of National Novel Writing Month at the Claremont Branch, Peter Goodman from Stone Bridge Press (Albany, CA), Jennifer Joseph from Manic D Press (San Francisco), and Sharon Coleman from Berkeley City College will explain the process of publishing and distribution. Bring your questions! Sharon Coleman writes for […]

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    Raina Telgemeier OFFSITE TICKETED EVENT presents Guts

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Raina Telgemeier OFFSITE TICKETED EVENT presents Guts, a true story from the bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile, Sisters, Drama, and Ghosts. Telgemeier once again brings a thoughtful, charming, and funny tale about growing up and gathering the courage to face--and conquer--her fears. Stay tuned for further details about how to sign up to attend. Tuesday, November 5, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm Event address: […]

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    Movie: Warrior Women @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Warrior Women is the story of Madonna Thunder Hawk, an American Indian Movement (AIM) leader who, in the 1970s, shaped a group of AIM activists' children - including her daughter Marcy - into the "We Will Remember" Survival School as a Native alternative to government-run education. This film explores what it means to navigate a […]

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    Bolshoi Ballet 2019/20 Season: Raymonda

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Wed, Nov 6 1 & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Alexander Glazunov Choreography by Marius Petipa Raymonda is betrothed to Jean de Brienne, a gallant knight who pledged to go on a crusade led by the King of Hungary. When her beloved leaves, Abderakhman, a foreign knight, makes a bid for the hand of Raymonda […]

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    Avian Conservation talk @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch

    Please join us when Dena Spatz talks about applying data science to inform avian conservation on islands. Dr. Spatz leads a database building project of the world’s active seabird restoration efforts, tracking the methods and outcomes and conservation efforts, to inform best-practices and help expand the conservation effort. Dr. Spatz received her PHD from the […]

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    National Theatre Live: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Oct 22, 31, Nov 5 & 7 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by William Shakespeare directed by Nicholas Hytner starring Gwendoline Christie, Oliver Chris, David Moorst, Hammed Animashaun 'The course of true love never did run smooth' A feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe […]

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    School Benefit Weekend

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Saturday, November 9, 2019 - 10:00am to Monday, November 11, 2019 - 6:00pm Once again, Mrs. Dalloway's will reimburse all partnership schools for 17% of total pre-tax purchases made by the school community from Saturday, November 9 through Monday, November 11. This is a great opportunity to stock up on holiday gift items such as children's books, cookbooks, adult fiction and […]

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    What’s Up! Astronomy Talks @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch

    Saturdays October 12th, November 9th, and December 7th at 1pm Ever look up at the night sky and wonder what’s all that up there? Have you been following the news about the black hole and the event horizon and would like to understand more about these phenomena and other Astronomy concepts? Join us and get […]

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    Peter Jan Honigsberg launches his new book A Place Outside the Law: Forgotten Voices of Guantánamo, 

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Peter Jan Honigsberg launches his new book A Place Outside the Law: Forgotten Voices of Guantánamo, containing firsthand testimonies from Guantánamo Bay, inspiring future generations to never repeat the human rights violations of the detention center. "The definitive account of what happened at Guantánamo in all of its chilling and horrifying detail. What makes this book […]

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    National Theatre Live: The Lehman Trilogy

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Encore Just Added By Popular Demand! Mon, Nov 18 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by Stefano Massini adapted by Ben Power directed by Sam Mendes starring Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles ★★★★★ "What an astonishing evening! Engrossing play and an acting masterclass." - Guardian ★★★★★ "Theatre at its best. Sam Mendes triumphs." - Times ★★★★ "Spectacular saga […]

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    Bolshoi Ballet 2019/20 Season: Le Corsaire (Encore)

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Wed, Nov 20 1 & 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Adolphe Adam Ekaterina Krysanova & Igor Tsvirko Choreography by Alexei Ratmansky On the bazaar square of Andrinopolis, the Pacha is struck by the beauty of Medora and tries to buy her, but the lovely young woman is not for sale. As the transaction is about […]

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    Elaine Sciolino in Conversation with Thad Carhart discussing Sciolino’s new book The Seine: The River that Made Paris.

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Elaine Sciolino in Conversation with Thad Carhart (and introduced by L. John Harris) discussing Sciolino's new book The Seine: The River that Made Paris. A soulful, transformative voyage along the body of water that defines the City of Light. Elaine Sciolino is the perfect guide to the world's most romantic river."--Lauren Collins To reserve your […]

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    Spencer Grey Magic Show @Claremont

    Berkeley Public Library, Claremont Branch 2940 Benvenue Ave., Berkeley, CA, United States

    Spencer Grey's magic shows are high-energy and include audience participation, visual illusions, and original magic. Kids, teens, and adults alike will be amazed! Ages 5 and up.

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    Elmwood Holiday Family Matinees – FREE

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Elmwood Holiday Family Matinees FREE with VOUCHER!The Muppet Movie Sat, Nov 30 11am An American Tail Sat, Dec 7 11am The Polar Express Sat, Dec 14 11am A Christmas Story Sat, Dec 21 11amJoin us this holiday season for these classic family films! FREE with VOUCHER available at Elmwood merchants: A Cuppa Tea, Baker & Commons, Bill’s Trading Post, 14 […]

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    Thomas Lynch reads Truman Capote’s “A Christmas Memory”

    Mrs. Dalloways Bookstore 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join us for fruitcake and cheer in this annual Mrs. Dalloway's tradition. Tuesday, December 3, 2019 - 7:30pm First published in 1956, this much sought-after autobiographical recollection from Capote about his rural Alabama boyhood is a perfect gift for fans young and old, a "gem of a holiday story." (School Library Journal, starred review). Seven-year-old Buddy […]

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    NT Live: Fleabag

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Encores Just Added By Overwhelming Popular Demand! Tue, Nov 19 7pm Wed, Dec 4 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge Directed by Vicky Jones ★★★★★ "Witty, filthy and supreme!" - Guardian See the hilarious, award-winning, one-woman show that inspired the BBC's hit TV series Fleabag, broadcast live to Rialto Cinemas from […]

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    National Theatre Live: Hansard

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Nov 12, 14, Dec 3 & 5 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by Simon Woods directed by Simon Godwin starring Lindsay Duncan, Alex Jennings Hansard; noun The official report of all parliamentary debates. See two-time Olivier Award winners, Lindsay Duncan (Birdman, About Time) and Alex Jennings (The Lady in the Van, The Queen), in this brand-new […]

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    Elmwood Holiday Family Matinee – FREE

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    FREE with VOUCHER! An American Tail Sat, Dec 7 11am The Polar Express Sat, Dec 14 11am A Christmas Story Sat, Dec 21 11amJoin us this holiday season for these classic family films!FREE with VOUCHER available at Elmwood merchants: A Cuppa Tea, Baker & Commons, Bill’s Trading Post, 14 Karats, Gai Barn, Mrs Dalloway’s, Nabolom Bakery, Piedmont Copy, Summer Kitchen, […]

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    EXHIBITION On Screen 2019/20 Season: Leonardo: The Works

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Wed, Nov 13 1 & 7pm Wed, Dec 11 4pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Marking the 500th anniversary of Leonardo's death: for the first time ever, all of Leonardo's paintings will be shown in Ultra-HD on the big screen! Leonardo da Vinci is acclaimed as the world's favourite artist. Many TV shows and feature films […]

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    Elmwood Holiday Family Matinees – FREE MOVIES

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join us this holiday season for these classic family films! FREE with VOUCHER! The Polar Express Sat, Dec 14 11am A Christmas Story Sat, Dec 21 11am FREE with VOUCHER available at Elmwood merchants: A Cuppa Tea, Baker & Commons, Bill’s Trading Post, 14 Karats, Gai Barn, Mrs Dalloway’s, Nabolom Bakery, Piedmont Copy, Summer Kitchen, Rogue Chow Deli, […]

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    Pets Photos with Santa

    Timeless Coffee 2965 College Ave, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Come to Timeless and take a picture of Santa with your pet!   Donations will be accepted for an animal rescue foundation.  

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    Bolshoi Ballet 2019/20 Season: The Nutcracker (Encore)

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Sat, Dec 14 1pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky Choreography by Yuri Grigorovich On Christmas Eve, the mysterious Drosselmeyer brings a Nutcracker doll as a gift for his goddaughter Marie. At midnight, the doll comes to life and finds himself in a battle led with the Mouse King, while Marie watches in fear. […]

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    27th Annual Christmas Caroling in the Elmwood

    Sweet Dreams Candy 2901 College Ave, berkeley, CA, United States

    Come stroll on College Ave. with neighbors & merchants families, children, all ages welcome. Song sheets provided Meet in front of Sweet Dreams Candy   Wed. Dec. 18th 6-8pm & Fri. Dec 20th 5-7pm

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    27th Annual Christmas Caroling in the Elmwood

    Sweet Dreams Candy 2901 College Ave, berkeley, CA, United States

    Come stroll on College Ave. with neighbors & merchants families, children, all ages welcome. Song sheets provided Meet in front of Sweet Dreams Candy Wed. Dec. 18th 6-8pm & Fri. Dec 20th 5-7pm

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    Elmwood Holiday Family Matinees – FREE MOVIE

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    FREE with VOUCHER! Join us this holiday season for these classic family film! A Christmas Story Sat, Dec 21 11am FREE with VOUCHER available at Elmwood merchants: A Cuppa Tea, Baker & Commons, Bill’s Trading Post, 14 Karats, Gai Barn, Mrs Dalloway’s, Nabolom Bakery, Piedmont Copy, Summer Kitchen, Rogue Chow Deli, Tail of the Yak, Your Basic Bird. […]

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    Tap Dancing Christmas Trees – Free in the Elmwood

    Your Basic Bird 2940 College Ave, berkeley, CA, United States

    This amazing bunch of trees will be tap dancing through the streets and stores of the Elmwood.  Come out and see this merry bunch. Saturday Dec. 21st 2-4pm tapping through the Elmwood

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    Squandering Minstrels Musicians – Free

    Bill's Trading Post & Gem Gallery 2945 College Avenue, berkeley, ca

    The amazing Squandering Minstrels will be playing music in front of  in front Bill's Trading Post & Gem Gallery

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    Great Composers: In Search of Beethoven

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Mon, Dec 16 1 & 7pm Wed, Jan 8 4pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE "One of the finest films EVER about a great musician" - Observer In Search of Beethoven addresses the romantic myth that Beethoven was a heroic, tormented figure battling to overcome his tragic fate, struck down by deafness, who searched for his 'immortal beloved' […]

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    National Theatre Live: Present Laughter

    Rialto Cinemas Elmwood 2966 College Avenue, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Dec 10, 12, 17 & Jan 9 7pm To Purchase Tickets Click HERE by Noël Coward directed by Matthew Warchus starring Andrew Scott Matthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott (BBC's Sherlock, Fleabag) in Noël Coward's provocative comedy Present Laughter. As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine's colorful life is in danger […]