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Alameda as Arcadia: “New” History Talk with Eric J. Kos Start Date: Saturday 7/13/2019 — End Date: Saturday 7/13/2019 Admission:$10 Join Alameda Historian, Eric J. Kos, on a pictorial exploration of the concept of “Alameda as Arcadia.” Through fine art and historic photographs, Eric examines how each era of history in Alameda has exemplified a kind of paradise. Includes readings of Eric’s original Alameda historic fiction. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Tina Blaine info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/alameda-as-arcadia-history-talk

The Summer Ball at The Fairmont – Largest San Francisco Singles Party! Start Date: Saturday 8/24/2019 — End Date: Saturday 8/24/2019 Admission:15-20 THE SUMMER BALL AT THE FAIRMONT Saturday, August 24, 2019 Please dress in your finest for the spectacular Venetian Room of San Francisco’s most famous hotel! Only $15/advance (by Aug 23) or $20/door includes dancing to your favorite hits. Adults of all ages welcome. Saturday, August 24, 2019, 7:30pm-Midnight. BONUS: For the first time ever, top matchmakers will donate their services to romantic eligibles seeking love at a giant event. The evening begins at 7:30pm with Meet the Matchmakers, a panel of dating experts who will briefly share their secrets for finding love. The matchmakers will then take you by the hand and introduce you to suitable matches at the party, while the DJ plays Top 40 dance songs until midnight. The Matchmakers include: •Mandy Watson of Elite Private Search •Lucie Luvidya •Jocelyn Connolly of Three Day Rule •Dr. Wendy Lyon •Dr. Diane Strachowski LOCATION: The Fairmont, 950 Mason Street at California, San Francisco. CO-SPONSORED by dozens of major singles organizations and meetups, including Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; San Francisco Singles, Bay Area Singles, Single Professionals Internet Network (SPiN), Backroads Wine and Nature Adventures, Single n’ Professional, Hidden Backroads Adventures, 40+ Singles, Cougar Events, International Association of Dating Websites, Lifestyle Parties, Cougar Meetup, Indie Tom’s Hidden Backroads, Bay Area Single Boomers, Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing, Luvidya SF, Backroads Wine Waterfall Adventures, etc. DISCOUNTS & more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Mansion Pool Party, June 15, Fremont •Hidden Waterfalls & Winery Tour, June 15, Freestone •Welcome Summer Mixer, June 23, San Rafael •Historic Petaluma Hotel Party, June 30 •Peninsula Single Mingle, July 14, Redwood City •It’s Raining Men!, July 20, Santa Clara •Singles TGIF, Aug 9, San Rafael Location: 950 Mason St Nob Hill San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

BOSS UP – Hip Hop for your SOUL Start Date: Saturday 6/22/2019 — End Date: Saturday 6/22/2019 Admission:$21 Come and witness a battle for the soul take place right before your very eyes! “Boss Up” is a unique musical! Join us for an evening of uplifting bars and break-neck beats. Spotlight on the Bay is bringing to you some of the best artists from the Bay to L.A. If you are looking for dope music that will lift your spirit to new heights, look no further. We, no… He’s… got you covered! “Boss UP!” Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: Carolyn August info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www/pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com

It’s Raining Men! Singles Dance Party Start Date: Saturday 7/20/2019 — End Date: Saturday 7/20/2019 Admission:15-20 Single Women are guaranteed to meet at least one good bachelor at this fun party in a lovely hotel ballroom! $15/advance (by July 19) or $20 at the door includes dancing to your favorite hits. Adults of all ages welcome. Dressy attire recommended. Saturday, July 20, 2019, 8pm-Midnight. MONEYBACK GUARANTEE: Each woman will meet at least one good bachelor, or receive a full refund at Midnight! Coming soon: At our It’s Raining Women Party we will offer men the same guarantee. LOCATION: Hilton Hotel, Sierra Ballroom, 4949 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara CA 95054. Across from the Santa Clara Convention Center and near Levi Stadium. Free parking. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization, Lifestyle Parties, Cougar Parties, Single n’ Professional, Palo Alto Ballroom Dancing, San Francisco Singles, Bay Area Single Boomers, Single Professionals Internet Network (SPiN); 40+ Singles, Professionals Guild, the Ultimate Party, South Bay/Peninsula Outdoor Adventure, and by many other singles organizations and meetups. DISCOUNTS & more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Luxurious Nightclub Party, June 8, Mt View •Skyline Wilderness Adventure, June 8, Napa •Singles Happy Hour Party, June 9, Dublin •Mansion Pool Party, June 15, Fremont •Welcome Summer Mixer, June 23, San Rafael •Historic Petaluma Hotel Party, June 30 •Peninsula Single Mingle, July 14, Redwood City •Singles TGIF, Aug 9, San Rafael •The Summer Ball at The Fairmont, Aug 24, San Francisco Location: 4949 Great America Pkwy Santa Clara Santa Clara Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

Interactive Art Kiosk Installation by Phaan Howng Comes to Downtown Redwood City Start Date: Saturday 6/29/2019 — End Date: Sunday 7/28/2019 Admission:Free The Redwood City Improvement Association in partnership with Fung Collaboratives has unveiled the latest Art Kiosk Installation exhibit by Phaan Howng titled “Climate Test” and will hold an opening reception on Saturday, June 29 at 4 p.m. in one of Downtown Redwood City’s Courthouse Square Kiosks. “Climate Test” is a site-specific hand painted installation aiming to spark necessary climate change dialogue. Howng draws her inspiration from Redwood City’s bellowed sign and slogan, “Climate Best by Government Test”, the city’s history as a port of lumbar and the fact that the city is a new hub for technology in Silicon Valley. On the opening day, viewers can walk through this nightmarish forest of hand-painted trees physically going through various detoxification and engage in the post-apocalyptic climate. The rotating Art Kiosk Installations will continue throughout 2019 with different featured artists in an effort to enhance the community’s fine art scene for residents and visitors. Location: 2200 Broadway St. Redwood City Contact: Redwood City Improvement Association info@visitRWC.org URL: http://visitrwc.org/

Welcome Summer Singles Party Start Date: Sunday 6/23/2019 — End Date: Sunday 6/23/2019 Admission:10 Meet new friends at one of Marin’s most renowned restaurants! Only $10/door includes our FUN Mixer Game, with prizes; accompanied by complimentary light appetizers, served at 4pm, as long as they last. Adults of all ages welcome. Dress to impress. Sunday, June 23, 2019, 4-6pm. LOCATION: Chalet Basque, 405 N San Pedro Road, San Rafael CA 94903. We have our own private banquet room! From Hwy 101 take N San Pedro exit east towards the Bay approximately one mile. Free parking! Dinner available at additional cost. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; Singles2Couples; and by many singles meetups. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Marin Singles Convention, May 31, Mill Valley •Boulder Falls Photo & Wine Adventure, June 1, St Helena •Luxurious Nightclub Party, June 8, Mt View •Singles Happy Hour Party, June 9, Dublin •Mansion Pool Party, June 15, Fremont •Historic Petaluma Hotel Party, June 30 •Peninsula Single Mingle, July 14, Redwood City •The Summer Ball at The Fairmont, Aug 24, San Francisco Location: 405 N San Pedro Rd San Rafael San Rafael Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

Downtown San Leandro’s “Truth Thursdays” Continues On June 27 Start Date: Thursday 6/27/2019 — End Date: Thursday 6/27/2019 Admission:Free The community is invited to enjoy Downtown San Leandro’s “Truth Thursdays” as it continues on Thursday, June 27 surrounding the iconic 55-foot Truth is Beauty statue at the San Leandro Tech Campus from 5 to 8:30 p.m. This month’s theme will be “Made in San Leandro” and will feature rotating food trucks, beer, wine, recreational games and live entertainment for the whole Bay Area to enjoy. Happening the fourth Thursday of each month throughout summer, each “Truth Thursdays” will be designated a different theme so friends and family can expect a unique experience at every event! Location: 1600 Alvarado Street San Leandro Contact: Davia Sobelman Davia@olivecreativestrategies.com URL: www.downtownsanleandro.com

DANNY CLICK & The Hell Yeahs! Rock the 2019 Marin Summer Nights Music Series Start Date: Saturday 7/27/2019 — End Date: Saturday 7/27/2019 Admission:$23 members / $26 public / $32 day of (all adults) Danny Click and the Hell Yeahs! perform for The 27th Annual Summer Nights Series of live music, food, cocktails, dancing, and fun for all ages on July 27, 2019. Danny brings his all original Americana Rock n Roll with hard driving guitar for a night of music “destined for a good time” as he and his 6 piece band lean heavy on the faster tunes for an evening of dancing under the stars. Click, a well-respected musician’s musician, was one of Austin’s best-kept secrets until his CD, Life Is A Good Place, was released in April, 2011 and spent more than 12 consecutive months on the Country, pop, and Americana radio charts. A lot has changed since then including Click, moving to the Bay Area building a large and passionate local fan base including musical greats Carlos Santana and Elvin Bishop, who have both joined him on stage for impromptu jams. The Hell Yeahs feature a round-robin roster of top-shelf musicians and with Danny at the lead, have played more than 200 sold-out shows over the past two years, and opened for legends Taj Mahal, Cake, Robert Plant, Mavis Staples, Sonny Landreth and JJ Cale. So get ready, for an anything-can-happen mix of stellar songwriting alternating with blistering blues-rockin’ Americana in the tradition of the Texas greats. A refreshing return to smart, sassy blues-inflected country rock. Think Tom Petty crossed with Wilco, spiced with the southern tradition of Lucinda Williams and John Hiatt. The venue offers pop-up restaurant dinners, Peets coffee and snacks cocktails and more available for purchase. The Kid Zone includes a playground & hands on project for the little ones and festival shopping is made possible by Good Will Industries. Ages 17 and under FREE. Location: 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael Contact: Linda Bolt lbolt@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/events/2019/07/27/performing-arts/danny-click-the-hell-yeahs/79464/

RICARDO LEMVO & MAKINA LOCA bring their Afro-Cuban Beats to the 2019 Marin Summer Nights Music Serie Start Date: Saturday 7/20/2019 — End Date: Saturday 7/20/2019 Admission:$23 members / $26 public / $32 day of (all adults) The 27th Annual Summer Nights Series of live music, food, cocktails, dancing, and fun for everyone under beautiful Marin skies continues with the return of a Marin favorite: Afro Cuban beats from Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca. Having established himself as a multi-cultural music pioneer, Ricardo is the embodiment of the Afro-Latin Diaspora, connecting back to Mother Africa via the Cuban clave rhythm. He is equally at home singing in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Lingala and Kikongo. Since forming his Los Angeles-based band Makina Loca in 1990, Lemvo has refined his craft and vision, raising his joyous voice with strength, singing songs that celebrate life, and most importantly, inspiring his audiences to let loose and dance away their worries. Bright horns, fat bass lines, amazing percussion and melodies that linger for days – be prepared for a street party that you’ll have to dance through! Salsa Marin partners with us for this event and will be providing pre-concert salsa dance instruction. Pop up Restaurant with dinners, Peets coffee + snacks available on-site for purchase or bring a picnic. Full Bar. Kid Zone with playground & hands on project. Festival shopping made possible by Good Will Industries. The venue offers pop-up restaurant dinners, Peets coffee and snacks cocktails and more available for purchase. The Kid Zone includes a playground & hands on project for the little ones and festival shopping is made possible by Good Will Industries. Ages 17 and under FREE. Location: 200 N. San Pedro Road San Rafael Contact: Linda Bolt lbolt@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/events/2019/07/20/performing-arts/ricardo-lemvo-makina-loca/79072/

MIDTOWN SOCIAL opens the 2019 Marin Summer Nights Music Series Start Date: Saturday 7/13/2019 — End Date: Saturday 7/13/2019 Admission:$23 members / $26 public / $32 day of (all adults) MIDTOWN SOCIAL It’s time to stretch, hydrate, and double-knot your dancing shoes, because San Francisco’s favorite soul party band, Midtown Social, is here to quench your thirst. Their freshly squeezed blend of California soul, funk, and rock is downright irresistible. Midtown Social is a tour-de- force, but it’s more than just a band. Together, these musicians are a collaborative community of writers, arrangers and artists. When they’re on stage, they invite you into the family. MTS serves up food for hungry souls—fuel for a revolution of free, open and creative thought. Midtown Social asks us all to come together, find common ground, love & camaraderie, to fight for our communities, way of life, and rights— to stand together as one. They are black and white, queer and straight, married and single and represent the face of young America- and they are the new California Soul. 2019 is set to be Midtown’s year. The band is poised to release their newest album, Fantastic Colors, at the end of the year. This LP has all the Midtown magic and more. Location: 200 North San Pedro Road San Rafael Contact: Linda Bolt lbolt@marinjcc.org URL: https://www.marinjcc.org/events/2019/07/13/performing-arts/midtown-social/79465/