On July 12, Rhythmix presented the third of four installments of their Rising Seas series. "These free public art performances included global music, immersive dance, and site-responsive theater centered on the theme of climate change and our relationship to water," writes Kelly Rogers Flynt. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/rhythmix-rising-seas-delivers-both-warnings-inspiration/

#CityOfAlameda #CommunityActionForASustainableAlameda #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #performance #RhythmixCulturalWorks #RisingSeas

Small, iconic, and endangered, California least terns return every year to Alameda. In the early 1970s, the NAS Alameda base commander’s wife noticed and protected about 10 pairs of birds. In 2024, over 500 nests were recorded. Sharol Nelson-Embry tells their story with photos by Rick Lewis. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/31-yearsf-return-terns-bus-tours-alameda/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #birding #birdwatching #CaliforniaLeastTern #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FriendsOfTheAlamedaWildlifeReserve

Mission Peak summit hike on Sunday, 13 April 2025

Spring grasses waving 🌾 🌱 💚

A few bovines relaxing on the far side of the fenced-off pond near Mill Creek Road 🐮

- Fremont, California

#Fremont #EastBay #SanFrancisco #California #SFBayArea #MissionPeak #Hike #Hiking #MissionPeakRegionalPark #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #Grasses #Waving #Wind #Spring

Fewer than 2,500 Western snowy plovers remain along the entire West Coast of the United States, and Alameda is lucky enough to host several of the threatened birds. Sharol Nelson-Embry introduces the snowy plovers and urges beachgoers to respect their space. https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/western-snowy-plovers-peril-wintering-beach/

#alameda #birdwatching #CrownBeach #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #nature

Irene Dieter shares a photo essay of the shoreline damage around Crab Cove and the beach. "Ironically, the stalled restroom project at Shore Line Drive and Grand Street, which had to go back to the drawing board to meet floodplain standards, was not affected at all by the storm," notes Dieter. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-shoreline-takes-a-beating-from-storms-and-tides/

#alameda #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #KingTides #shorelines

With the holiday season in full swing, Alameda has lots of festive events on the calendar this week, as well as some great opportunities to learn something new. Attend a concert, take a photography class, learn to make the perfect loaf, and enjoy free holiday events! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-holiday-cheer-photography-breadmaking/

#AlamedaCommunityBand #AlamedaLanding #AlmanacBrewing #CommunityActionForASustainableAlameda #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #FeatheredOutlaw #GreenbeltAlliance #holidays

Is it a coup or just democracy in action? Mountain bikers are flooding Sierra Club meetings, recruiting people to join, and working to change leadership. Irene Dieter reports that the bikers want to expand biking trails to include narrow trails currently reserved for hiking and equestrian use.

https://alamedapost.com/news/mountain-bikers-aggressively-organize-more-park-trails/

#alameda #biking #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #hiking

The City of Oakland is set to receive $3,164,649 to clean up the Oakland Alameda Estuary, as part of a nationwide marine debris removal project funded. Oakland’s project will remove abandoned and derelict vessels and other large debris items including appliances, furniture, and more.

https://alamedapost.com/news/city-of-oakland-to-receive-3-16m-for-estuary-cleanup/

#alameda #CityOfOakland #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #estuary #oakland

School is back in session, but Alameda still has plenty of fun summertime events left to savor. Get outside this week for flavorful and fascinating festivities, or hunt for treasure at the famous Alameda Point Antiques Faire.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-labor-day-weekend-fun/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #CoricaPark #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebrpd #FamilyFriendlyEvents #FreeEvents #WebsterStreet #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

Joe Restagno invites Alamedans of all ages to the 7-mile, 2024 Family Fun Ride through Alameda's parks on September 14. Register online to join the fun!

https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/2024-family-fun-ride-with-alameda-friends-of-the-parks/

#alameda #AlamedaFriendsOfTheParks #arpd #BayFarmIsland #BayFarmIslandBridge #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ShorelinePark #WashingtonPark

The nomination period for certain offices was extended, specifically offices where an incumbent had not filed for reelection. Adam Gillitt highlights last minute additions for the local elections on the November ballot.

https://alamedapost.com/news/extension-period-reshapes-alamedas-ballot-for-november/

#alameda #ausd #AusdBoard #CityCouncil #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #ebmud #election2024 #TrishHerreraSpencer

The Alameda Post is excited to introduce All Around Alameda—Our quick picks for upcoming events in and around the Island City! This week, grab your shoes for the Island Running Festival, take a stroll with Alameda Walks, attend an adult biking class, and check out these salsa and swing dance spots.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-whats-going-on-this-weekend/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #BikeEastBay #biking #dance #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #events #FamilyFriendlyEvents #running #UssHornet #walking

August is chock full of fishy fun for the whole family at Crab Cove, all leading up to the annual Fish Festival on Saturday, August 31.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/crab-cove-fish-festival-highlights-park-districts-90th-anniversary/

#alameda #CrabCove #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #FreeActivities #FreeEvents

ARPD has launched an environmental stewardship program called Operation Green Sweep that will provide teens and tweens with a great volunteer opportunity while learning to take an active role in protecting local parks, beaches, and recreational areas. The twice-weekly program runs through August 2.

https://alamedapost.com/news/teen-volunteers-to-clean-up-alameda-parks-and-beaches/

#alameda #arpd #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #environment

While strolling around Alameda, you may have seen a beautiful flash of bright blue—the Western bluebird. Michael Charnofsky shares the remarkable story of how an EBRPD naturalist and a team of middle schoolers made Alameda into a desirable home for bluebirds.

https://alamedapost.com/features/nature/with-a-little-help-western-bluebirds-are-nesting-in-alameda/

#alameda #birds #birdwatching #CrabCove #CrownBeach #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #GoldenGateBirdAlliance #nea

#Lupine

Morning hike with Leslie at #Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve. Plenty of blue sky and wildflowers! Capped off the morning with bagels in Rockridge.

#purple #wildflowers #EastBay #EBRPD #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

Quick ride this Sunday afternoon.

I've spent the last 3 days dealing with some pretty challenging issues. Sunday started off sunny in my part of the #EastBay but later in the day the clouds started rolling in. By about 4 p.m. the clouds were really rolling in and I knew that daylight would be fading soon so I grabbed the #eBike and headed for a short loop often I ride which goes through #DiabloFoothills park and #BorgesRanch.

I absolutely love the shades of #green we get this time of year in this part of California! It's a little hard to see in this photo, but the oak trees are getting new growth which has its own shade of green, distinct from the grass and the old oak leaves.

#EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #EBRPD #WalnutCreek #MTB

Quick bike ride before the heat set in. About 11 miles with just under 4 miles off-pavement.

Photos:

Stage Road trail at one of the several places it crosses Pine Creek.

Ride map showing the route out Castle Rock Road, out a ways into Pine Canyon, doubling back and heading out through #BorgesRanch

Two mule deer in a corral in Borges Ranch

#EastBay #Bicycle #MTB #WalnutCreek #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict #EBRPD #CastleRockPark

School is out and the party is on for the Fourth of July and beyond! Enjoy the summer holiday safely and fully with the East Bay Regional Parks District. Join in the fun with hiking, swimming, Bat Watches, s'mores, campfires, and more.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/summertime-fun-in-the-east-bay-regional-parks/

#ebrpd #hiking #alameda #EastBay #swimming #FourthOfJuly #FamilyActivities #SummerActivities #EastBayRegionalParks #ArdenwoodHistoricFarm #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict

The shoreline landscaping project next to the Encinal Boat Ramp might not look extravagant, but it's become a hotspot for bees and birds. Richard Bangert shares photos of the critters utilizing the area which was enhanced by the East Bay Regional Park District in 2020.

https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/new-encinal-shoreline-landscaping-benefits-wildlife/

#birds #alameda #habitat #birdwatching #EncinalBoatRamp #SandDuneRestoration #EastBayRegionalParkDistrict