Vallejo News

October 1, 2016 | Issue #256

In addition to the events listed in this newsletter, please visit artvallejo.org, VallejoEvents.Info and the Visit Sign-Up for other Vallejo to view other local happenings. City Communications Vallejo Waterfront Weekend: October 1 - October 2

The Vallejo Waterfront Weekend is finally here! Enjoy this two-day festival that celebrates Mare Island's history, the City of Vallejo, and In This Issue Solano County through a weekend packed with fantastic food, entertainment and activities. Athletes have the opportunity to Vallejo Waterfront Weekend participate in activities such as the Whale Boat Regatta, Bridge-to- Sister Act Bridge Triathlon, Kayak Racing, and much more! The Vallejo Six Flags Fright Fest Waterfront Weekend also includes the first 5K Glo Run in honor of Officer Augustine Vegas and the 2016 Lucky Ducky Derby. Click here Muckfest MS to view the full event schedule. PB Idea Submission Deadline 2016 Vallejo 5K Glo Run: Tribute to Officer Augustine Vegas - VPD Homeless Advocacy October 1 Workshop VSFCD Survey Deadline For the first time, Glo Run participants will enjoy a ride on the Vallejo Ferry from the Waterfront to the Mare Island Straight to begin the Bella Sorella scenic course through Historic Mare Island and finishing on the Vallejo Free Flu Shots Waterfront River Park. This event will include free glow body paint, and runners are encouraged to come early and stay late to enjoy Pursuit by Adrian Delgado music, refreshments, and costume contests for creative "Glo" themed NightMARE Island costumes. Loma Vista Harvest Festival Glo Run proceeds will benefit Food Truck Mania Foster Greatness, a non-profit Haul-o-ween Murder Mystery & created to assist Vallejo foster Haunted House teens. The race start time begins at 6:50 p.m. on the Vallejo Nightmare on Glenn Street Waterfront near the Ferry Empress Theatre Events Terminal, and check in begins at 4:00 p.m. Register online, or at Community Coffee Tasting The Hub, located 350 Georgia Anime and Manga Drawing Street on race day. Class Input & Suggestions Lucky Ducky Derby - October 2

Fighting Back Partnership will host the return of the Lucky Ducky Derby on October 2. Hundreds of rubber ducks will be placed in a cement mixer truck and into a pool or waterfront, and the rubber ducks will be moved with the current across the finish line.

It costs $5 to enter the Lucky Ducky Derby, and the winner of the grand prize will receive a 2017 Chevy Cruze, the second place prize is $2,500, the third place prize is a Six Flags Discovery Kingdom VIP package for 4, and the fourth place winner will receive a $1,000 Victory Stores shopping spree. The race will take place at approximately 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Only 5,000 tickets are printed, click here to view all of the Empress locations selling Lucky Ducky Derby tickets. Theatre Events

Sister Act: September 30 - October Comedy at the Empress with Will Durst - October 16 7

The Bay Area Stage Broadway Comedy at the Empress will Theatre presents Sister Act, feature premier satirist, Will from September 30 through Durst, on October 7. Durst October 16. When disco singer is a five-time Emmy Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a nominee and host/co- murder, she is placed into producer of the PBS series protective custody in the one Livelyhood, as well as a place cops are confident she regular commentator on C- will not be found: a convent! SPAN, CNN, and NPR.

While disguised as a nun, Durst has also appeared on Deloris has to deal with the over 800 times, rigid lifestyle and the uptight including , Mother Superior. Deloris uses Late Night with David her dance moves and singing Letterman, HBO and talent to breathe new life into Showtime. He has received the choir, but blows her cover seven American Comedy in the process. Award nominations, has written three books and With amazing gospel music, released five audio breathtaking dance moves, recordings. and an uplifting story, this is a show you will not want to miss! Watch Sister Act at the Bay Area The show starts at 8:00 Stage Broadway Theatre location at 515 Broadway Street, Suite H, p.m., box office tickets are click here for directions. Showtimes are Sunday at 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 $25, and online tickets are p.m., Friday at 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. to $20. Click here for 10:00 p.m. Visit bayareastage.org for more information. additional details.

1st Avenue Revue: A Six Flags Discovery Kingdom's Fright Prince Tribute - October Fest: Now - October 30 15 Don't miss 1st Avenue Enjoy scares for the Revue as they pay tribute to whole family with the late singer-songwriter spooky-themed shows, and multi-instrumentalist attractions, and other Prince on October 15. activities at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, The band has covered happening now through music from the Minneapolis October 30. sound, which includes Prince, Jesse Johnson, Family-fun attractions Morris Day, and The Time. such as trick-or-treating in Looney Tunes Seaport 1st Avenue Revue consists will be available during the day, but when sunlight turns to dusk, the of Derek Clark on lead fright begins when hundreds of zombies are released through the vocals, Rick Dorer and park. Dare to walk through scare zones, including Captain Bloat's Christian Houston on Shipwreck of Horror, Nightmare Manor, Scrapyard of the Dead, and keyboards and vocals, Dark Oaks Asylum, or watch live entertainment from The Awakening Chris Meek and guitar, and and Nicholas Nightmare! Rob Ferguson on bass and vocals. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom's Fright Fest will be available on Fridays and Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Sundays from Show starts at 8:00 p.m., 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Additional fees will be required to enter tickets are $20 in advance haunted houses and attractions. Click here for more information. and $25 at the box office. Click here for more information. Muckfest MS - October 1

Street Corner Symphony: NBC's Sing-Off Finalists - October 16

Enjoy the laid back and dynamic style of the Street Corner Symphony on October 16. Based out of Nashville, Tennessee, this acapella group became internationally known after becoming finalists on Season 2 of NBC's competition, "The Sing-Off."

After the success of the television show, the group Muckfest MS is a 5K Mud Obstacle Run in which participants will run, began making records as swing, and climb through a course of amazing obstacles and muddy well as performing around pits. Teams will run in the same wave so participants can experience the world, appealing to all of the muddy shenanigans together. audiences of all ages. Street Corner Symphony No special training or equipment is required, and participants must be consists of Jeremy Lister, over the age of 12 on the day of the event. Spectators are free, as Jonathan Lister, Adam well as the front-row seats for the Start, Finish and several signature Chance, Kurt Zimmerman, obstacles. The first wave/start time begins at 9:00 a.m. and every half- Kaleb Jones and Mark hour throughout the day. All proceeds will go towards the National MS McLemore. Society to advance cutting-edge research to find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. Click here to register for this event. Show starts at 2:00 p.m., click here to purchase tickets. Participatory Budgeting Idea 70's Halloween Party with Submission Deadline - October 2 the Project 4 Band - October 29 Make sure your voice is heard by submitting an idea for the City of Vallejo Participatory Budgeting process by October 2! Ideas can be Join the Project 4 Band submitted at community events, online, or in person at the City featuring Gerald Glasper as Manager's Office on the third floor of City Hall during regular business they play musical hits from hours. For more information, visit PB Vallejo on Instagram, Twitter, Rick James, Michael Facebook, or Nextdoor. Jackson, Morris Day, and James Brown on October 29.

Vallejo Police Department Homeless There will be Zombie and Witches Brew cocktails, a Advocacy Workshop - October 4 costume contest with prizes, lazer light show, The Vallejo Police Department will host a training workshop to inform glow sticks and much more! the public on strategies that are currently being discussed, with a goal Dress in 70's attire and to find solutions as well as minimizing homelessness in Solano enjoy a nonstop night of County. The Vallejo Police Department has partnered with multiple dancing and fun! Party agencies throughout the county in order to include law enforcement, starts at 8:00 p.m., click social services, and non-profit groups, to assist with homeless here for more information. individuals and to connect them with vital resources and alternative choices.

This free workshop will be held at the Empress Theatre, and will begin Filipino at 6:30 p.m. RSVP to Tina Encarnacion at American Jazz Festival - [email protected] or call (707) 651-7184. October 30 Don't miss the 9th Annual San Francisco Filipino American Jazz Festival, Vallejo Sanitation & Flood Control which features CRSB, The District Survey Deadline - October 4 Autonomous Region, On The One, and Raffy Lata on The Vallejo Sanitation & Flood Control District (VSFCD) is looking to October 30. change the name of their agency, and wants you to participate in the Consisting of Chris Ramos naming process! VSFCD has struggled with their existing name for and Sonny B., CRSB is a quite some time, which has caused some confusion with the San Francisco-based community. musical duo who combines Island Soul-infused pop VSFCD believes that if they clarify their mission and responsibilities, with memorable it will help residents receive the services they need more quickly and songwriting. easily. To rate and comment on different descriptions of the agency's mission and potential names, click here. The Autonomous Region plays classic and modern arrangements of jazz favorites and is led by Vallejo Symphony Presents: Bella vocalist Caroline Cabading. On The One is a trio of jazz Sorella - October 9 enthusiasts from Vallejo. They have a unique sound, Enjoy the captivating music which combines retro jazz of Bella Sorella on October 9, with riff and grooves from presented by the Vallejo acid jazz. Symphony. Bella Sorella is an award-winning soprano Show starts at 2:00 p.m., ensemble that combines tickets can be purchased classical and contemporary online or at the box office. styles in melodic duets.

Their ethereal music and fascinating stage presence has earned them Vallejo Jazz Society critical acclaim and recognition throughout the . Presents: The Smith The ensemble is comprised of sopranos Nova and Susanna Jimenez, Dobson V Quartet - Danielle Naler on piano, and Joyce Lee on violin. Tickets are $10.00 October 23 for students, and $20.00 for adults, click here for more information. Enjoy the musical stylings of the Smith Dobson V Quartet on October 23. Free Flu Shots, October 13 Smith Dobson V is a multi- instrumentalist, playing Solano Community College professionally on drums, saxophone and vibraphone, Protect yourself against the flu by attending a free flu shot clinic and has resided in the San provided by Solano Community College along with the Solano County Francisco Bay Area for over Immunization Program on October 13. The flu vaccine is 20 years. recommended for healthy adults, individuals with chronic medical conditions, health care workers, and those under close contact with He has played with children younger than six months of age. This free flu shot clinic will accomplished jazz artists be held at the Solano College Vallejo Center Lobby, located at 545 such as Sheila Jordan, Joh Columbus Parkway, between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Handy, Red Rodney and Dayna Stephens. Dobson released his first album as a leader on the tenor Pursuit by Adrian Delgado: October saxophone which featured Ben Goldberg on clarinet. 14 - November 15 Titled "Soul of Wood," the album pays tribute to musical artists such as Lester Young and Stan Getz. The Smith Dobson V is comprised of Keith Saunders on Piano, John Wilitala on bass, and Tony Johnson on drums. Show starts at 5:00 p.m., general admission tickets are $15, Attend the opening reception of Adrian Delgado's "Pursuit" on Friday, and $7.50 for Vallejo Jazz October 14 at El Comalito Collective, located at 302 Georgia Street. Society members. The idea of this series began with Delgado's recognition and Click here to purchase appreciation for his parents and their pursuit to provide Delgado and tickets. his siblings the chance to pursue their artistic goals. Delgado's series celebrates misunderstood individuals who work tirelessly to provide for their families.

Delgado explains, "Pursuit' is about the determination these individuals wake up with each morning to move forward, as well as a glorification of the men and women I encounter every morning and evening on my commute to work - men and women like my father, who use whatever vehicles that have in order to survive." Opening reception begins at 6:00 p.m., visit El Comalito Collective's website for more details.

NightMARE Island: October 20 - October 30

Once again, the Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve will be transforming Mare Island into NightMARE Island! This year's event will feature theme nights including Halloween Market Night on October 22, Cosplay Costume Night on October 23, Creature Features on October 25, and much more! Whether you explore WWII-era based bunkers, join The Undertaker on a tour of the Community Navy's oldest cemetery in the west, or hike to the highest point of Mare Island to visit the Spirit Ship, this is an event you will not want to Coffee Tasting miss! - Every Attendees are advised to bring flashlights, and encouraged to wear costumes. While the event is suitable for all ages, some areas may be Saturday appropriate for attendees 13 and older. For more information regarding events and themes, visit the NightMARE Island Facebook Sample over 30 varieties of page. fresh roasted coffee, browse crafts from local artisans, and listen to local Loma Vista Harvest Festival - musicians during Moschetti Coffee's Community Coffee October 22 Tasting event.

The Loma Vista Harvest Coffee has many complex Festival will be held on flavors, and subtle October 22 at Loma differences can be tasted Vista Farm. The Farm when coffee is compared will be selling pumpkins side by side. every Saturday in October from 10:00 a.m. At the tastings, participants to 2:00 p.m., and at the can learn about acidity admission-free event. levels, try coffee brewing in the aeropress or simply Activities include have an espresso. Tasters creating pumpkin faces can also talk with the staff and cornhusk dolls and about the different roasts or much more. Activity how to prepare certain tickets cost 50 cents, beverages. and plants, food, and farmware will be for Moschetti Coffee is located sale. This event begins at 11 Sixth Street, and the at 11:00 a.m. and ends tasting event begins at 9:00 at 4:00 p.m. Click here a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Moschetti for directions. Visit the Coffee is also open for retail Loma Vista Farm's sales. website for more information. For more information, click here. Food Truck Mania - October 26

Anime and Manga Drawing Class - Every Monday

Learn how to draw by attending the Anime and Manga Drawing class on Mondays, provided by the Food Truck Mania is here! On Wednesday, October 26, Askari Greater Vallejo Recreation Sowonde Productions and SactoMoFo (Sacramento Mobile Food) will District. present Food Truck Mania at the Vallejo Waterfront green. Held every fourth Wednesday of the month through October, food This class will teach the trucks from all over Northern California will convene on the Waterfront fundamentals of the art of and create a delicious assortment of gourmet food for everyone to anime and manga, enjoy. including basic anatomy, shading, colors, lines and Family friendly entertainment will also be provided including face composition. painting, balloon artists, and live music. This is a free community event. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged. Food Truck If you watch anime or read Mania starts at 4:00 p.m. and ends at 8:00 p.m. Visit SactoMoFo's manga, attend this class for Facebook Event page for more information. a fun and exciting experience. This class is for students ages 10 through 16, and will be held at the Haul-o-ween Murder Mystery & Foley Cultural Center, located at 1499 N. Camino Haunted House: October 29 - Alto. October 30 Click here for more Obtainium Works will be hosting details. a Haunted House and Murder Mystery show, where you can enjoy appetizers, cocktails, dinner and solve the Hound of Hibernians mystery! Visitors can also tour the Haunted House before the murder mystery show. Haunted House viewings are from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with the show running from 7:30 p.m. to midnight.

The price for the Haunted House only is $5 for adults paid at the door, and children under 12 are free. Dinner and show price is $35, show price is $15, and drinks are $5. Tickets are limited, so be sure to purchase them in advance. For more information about the Murder Mystery and Haunted House events, visit the Obtainium Works website, or their Facebook page.

Nightmare on Glenn Street - October 31

The 3rd Annual GVRD event at Children's Wonderland returns from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. This free event gives children a chance to trick-or-treat and enjoy the fall festivities, including a hay maze, a bounce house, haunted hallway, and more!

This is a free event, and kids should wear their Halloween costumes. The costume contest will be held at 5:00 p.m., with trick-or-treating following at 6:00 p.m.

Adults will not be admitted into the event without an accompanying child. Children's Wonderland is located at 360 Glenn Street in Vallejo. Call (707) 648-5317 with questions or for more information.

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