Hello Richmondside readers, here are some highlights of things to do and know this week. You can learn about the aftermath of a hurricane in Puerto Rico, view art made by San Quentin prisoners, join the second annual Rich City block party and plenty more.
For additional events, check out our calendar and be sure to add your own listings as well.
The View from Here: Richmond Art Center Exhibition
The San Quentin Prison Arts Project is presenting The View from Here, an art exhibition in collaboration with Philadelphia Mural Arts. The Richmond Art Center is open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2540 Barrett Ave. Over the past year, incarcerated artists from San Quentin Rehabilitation Center and Philadelphia State Correctional Institution Phoenix engaged in a creative exchange, bridging the art programs at both prisons. The exhibition theme emerged from the artists’ communications, exploring life inside prison and the realms where their minds wander beyond its gates. A free Panel Discussion and Paint Day is set for 11 a.m. Saturday at the art center. Formerly incarcerated artists will discuss the value of art programs in prison.
Today: Documentary screening about post-hurricane Puerto Rico
The Richmond Public Library is hosting a free screening of the PBS documentary “Landfall” from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. today at the Bayview Branch Library, 5100 Harnett Ave. The film is a cautionary tale about everyday life in Puerto Rico post-Hurricane Maria. Set against the backdrop of protests that toppled the governor in 2019, the film offers a prismatic portrait of collective trauma and resistance as Puerto Ricans navigate a dismantled social services system and newcomers eager to profit. For more information, call (510) 620-6566.
Veolia North America Wastewater Treatment Open House on Thursday
Veolia North America is set to unveil $40 million worth of upgrades to the Richmond Sewage Treatment Plant that are expected to improve wastewater treatment, environmental compliance and odor control for Richmond and nearby communities. The open house, which includes guided tours of the facility, is 3 p.m.-5 p.m. Thursday, 601 Canal Blvd. Attendees can register online.
Friday Night Pop-Up Market on San Pablo Avenue
Stop by Fabylous Plants Boutique and enjoy the Night Market, hosted by West Coast Vend Events, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 12492 San Pablo Ave. The pop-up market will have food vendors such as Churros My Fren, Cheap Ass Lemonde, Gomitas Enchilados, and handmade accessories and clothing from Melirose Shop. The Friday Night market has been described as a great place to meet local vendors and support small businesses.
Rich City Saturday: Groove to live tunes at block party
The second-annual Rich City Day hosted by Armistice Brewing Company is from 2 p.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 845 Marina Bay Parkway. Enjoy delicious bites from local favorites such as El Garage, Curbside Kitchen and Pie on The Fly. Groove to live tunes while checking out local artists and vendors, including TKT Clothing and CAÑA International, and connect with local non-profits such as House Rabbit Society, Moving Forward and The Watershed Project.
Second Sundays at Baltic Kiss
Every Second Sunday is a live music event hosted by Bang the Bay, from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. at Baltic Kiss, 135 Park Place. The cover fee is $10 or upgrade to VIP for $20 to snag a goodie bag full of pins, stickers, cookies and other gifts. Enjoy music from bands The Dirty Zeros, Skunk Funk, Angry Aztecs, Elegant Trash and The Backstabbers. Don’t forget to enjoy some of Baltic Kiss’ classic southern eats such as their Homestyle Chicken & Waffle, Shrimp & Grits, Southern Fried Chicken and Vegan Bayou.Â
The Pacific Cup Fun Race to Hawaii at Richmond Yacht Club
This week marks the start of the Pacific Cup Fun Race to Hawaii. First organized in 1980, the race attracts 50 to 70 boats and 300 to 400 sailors to its preparation seminars and events. It culminates in a 2,070-mile voyage across the Pacific Ocean to Kaneohe Yacht Club on the island of Oahu. On Monday, from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., catch a glimpse of participants headed off on their adventure from the Richmond Yacht Club. Two other send-off events are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday at Crissy Field, 1199 E. Beach St.
Ongoing events: Thrive Thursdays, Rent Board meeting, toddler time
Every week, local agencies and organizations host a variety of recurring events. See our calendar for more and add your local events there too, for free.
- Thrive Thursdays / Health 4 All, aims to create a space where the community can gather to learn and practice healthy habits by accessing information, resources, and participating in organized physical activity. It happens from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursdays at MLK JR. Park, 360 Harbour Way.
- The Richmond Public Library hosts a bi-weekly Thursday Night Adult Arts and Crafts Program through August, this week attendees can decorate bookends. Sessions are 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. in the Madeline F. Whittlesey Community Room, 325 Civic Center Plaza.
- Saturdays at the Richmond Recreation Complex, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 3230 Macdonald Ave. Enjoy instructional activities such as Zumba, soccer, basketball, and chess Visit the website to register. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Infant & Toddler Music and Movement Storytime, 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Mondays, Richmond Main Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza. This Richmond Public Library Children’s Room program includes songs, fingerplays and books that are designed for families with babies and toddlers, but all ages of children are welcome.
- Family Storytime, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Wednesdays, Richmond Main Library, 325 Civic Center Plaza. This Richmond Public Library Childrens Room program is geared toward families with toddlers, the event is a storytime session with a Richmond librarian.
- The Richmond City Rent Board is set to hold its regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, 440 Civic Center Plaza. To view the agenda for the upcoming meeting visit the city website. For more information contact rent@ci.richmond.ca.us.
Be sure to add your Richmond events to our calendar. If you know of an event that you think we should highlight in What’s Up, please email hello@richmondside.org.
