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Get Out! Alameda Weekend Planner

A play, a plant exchange, Women's History Month, climate change and some awesome dog photos.

Check out what Alameda's got in store for your weekend.


  • Where/When:
    , 2513 Blanding Ave., Alameda. Thursday, 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.
    Why Go: This is the second weekend of the play Beekeeper. Written by Jennifer Lynne Roberts, the play follows the story of Oleta, who has to face her past when she returns to the place where she grew up after her father mysteriously dies.
    Pricing: $10-$50


  • Where/When:
    3811 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.
    Why Go: Spring is here and it's a great time to start thinking about pruning, planting and cleaning up your yard and gardent. You can drop off the plants, supplies and yard decorations you don't need and pick up something new. Don't miss out!
    Pricing: Free

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  • Where/When:
    (Community Room B), 1550 Oak St., Alameda. Saturday, 2-4 p.m.
    Why Go: This 2009 film tells the story of how Alaska passed the State Anti-Discrimination Act, the first in the U.S., a whole 19 years before the 1964 Civil Rights Act.
    Pricing: Free


  • Where/When:
    , 1901 Broadway Ave., Alameda. Saturday, 7-9 p.m.
    Why: Local photographers were invited to take pictures at the local dog parks and submit them to this exhibit. Find out which photographer is top dog and who will get the prize of a year membership to the .
    Pricing: Free

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  • Where/When:
    , 1323 Central Ave., Alameda. Sunday, 9-10 a.m.
    Why Go: Hear a talk given by Sri Subramaniam, who was personally trained by Al Gore to spread the word about climate change impacts and possible solutions. She will speak about needed changes in energy use and production.
    Pricing: Free

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