Upcoming Vallejo Events — Bay Area Cinema’s independent filmmaker showcase

VALLEJO — The annual Bay Area Cinema pop-up microcinema will take place on Friday evening at The Exchange during Art Walk. This family friendly event will feature short films that span a variety of genres from 13 independent filmmakers from around the country.

Three of the filmmakers are from the Bay Area.“In Too Deep” by Jason Z. Wheat from Vallejo is a film noir-style drama in which the artist gets lost in his miniature set. “The Ache,” with music by Todd Lippy produced by Kyle David Garrett from Oakland, is a phantasmagoric collage of love's specificity and universality. And in “Immigrant Highlight,” produced in collaboration with the Bay Area Video Coalition apprenticeship program, Reimagine Richmond members reflect on the work they've done to support and defend immigrant communities. 

Filmmakers will be on site for a Q&A with the audience immediately following the screening. This is a free event with $10 suggested donation.

If you can tear yourself away from the film screenings, a lot of other things will be happening during the Vallejo 2nd Friday Artwalk. You'll find local artists, hand made crafts, gallery openings hosted by local artists, open shops and live music centered around the 600 block of Marin Street and spread throughout the downtown. City Arts Gallery will host Beyond Artwalk, a collection of creative voices and artistic expressions featuring the work of Jacalyn Eyvonne, Nicholas Delgado, Zoey Gill, Mikael Hill and Immaculate Cartoons.

If you’d like dinner and drinks along with live music, you can catch Americana vibes by Don Bassey and Friends at Vallejo Brewing Company, or blues by Aki Kumar & The SBG's at Bambino’s.

The Best In Show - Little Art Show will host the opening reception for a month-long show at the Vallejo Museum, and a debut exhibit, “Moments in the Light” Plein Air Painting will open at the McCune Room in the ground floor of the John F. Kennedy Library. 

Both of the above art exhibits, and many others, will also take part in Vallejo Open Studios on Saturday and Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pick up a printed directory at either of those locations to plan your free, self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries exhibits throughout the city of Vallejo.

Hanukkah 2026 begins at sundown on Dec. 4 and ends at sundown on Dec. 12. Begin your holiday shopping and get into the spirit of the season at the Hanukkah Faire at Congregation B'nai Israel on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse handmade crafts and Judaica — gift wrapping available. There will be fun activities for kids and a bake sale featuring potato latkes with applesauce and sour cream, along with bagels and smoked salmon.

Two open mic events are coming up this weekend. Bring your musical or spoken word talent to the stage, or sit back and listen to local emerging artists.

Noble Cinema Studios will host an Open Mic on Friday night, with a $100 prize for best performer. Rappers San Qiinn and Vitani will judge the contestants and perform a few songs. 

Poets, writers and artists of Vallejo are invited to I Need a Mic: Open Mic at City Arts Gallery on Sunday at noon, to celebrate the raw and the human art of expression,whether you come to share or to listen.

History buffs can learn how the San Francisco Bay Area became a World War II shipbuilding powerhouse at the Speaker Series: World War II Shipyards by the Bay presentation by historian Nicholas Veronico at St.Peter's Chapel on Sunday at 3 p.m. 

Or dive into current Vallejo politics at the virtual ACLU of Northern California discussion, Unpacking the VPD Badge Bending Records on Monday evening, with Geoff King of Open Vallejo and ACLU’s Avi Frey, as they break down the recently released records that detail the Vallejo Police Department's badge bending ritual.

Venture beyond Vallejo to the Ruins in American Canyon to see TroyBoi perform on Friday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. TroyBoi's music has been categorized as trap, house, bass, future bass, vogue, and dubstep with a strong Middle Eastern influence. The Ruins is a former cement factory with an ambiance of upscale urban decay; exposed architecture, graffitied walls, and open air stage. A full bar and food trucks complete the experience at this 21 and over event.

This is only a brief sampling of things to do in the Vallejo area. Scroll down the list below to find more live music. art exhibits and creative and recreational activities in Vallejo and beyond. Check our events page for an even more comprehensive listing of upcoming events and late-breaking updates. 

Wednesday, November 11

Open Decks at Village

Wednesdays are open decks at Village: play your favorite side or a short set and meet fellow listeners from the neighborhood. Pull from your own collection or explore the shop’s shelves, and Village will record your set and send you a link if you’d like.

• Wed, 5 to 9 p.m.
• Village
• 1503 Tennessee St., Vallejo

Vallejo Run Club

Join the Vallejo Run Club on our weekly Saturday morning and Wednesday evening runs. Our group meets, rain or shine, next to the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. We run 1-3 easy miles. Beginners to ultra marathoners welcome!

• Wed, 6:20 to 7:20 p.m.
• Vallejo Ferry Terminal
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

The Boogie Woogie Blowout

A show honoring veterans, featuring three incredible keyboardists.

• Wed, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Besom Buddies Broom Makers

Each month, Besom Buddies gather to turn humble materials into handcrafted brooms. Whether you’re drawn to classic corn brooms or sleek hearth sweepers, or want to design something new, there’s a spot at the workbench for you. No experience is needed; the group ranges from first-time crafters to seasoned makers.

• Wed, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• The Exchange
• 617 Marin St., Vallejo

Quique Gómez

Madrid-born vocalist and harmonica player Quique Gómez delivers high-energy Chicago blues. Dinner and drinks are available at the Marquee Club before the show; doors open at 5:30 p.m.

• Wed, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St., Vallejo

Wednesday Night Open Mic

A friendly space for both beginning musicians and seasoned professionals. Comedians and poets are also welcome.

• Wed, 8 to 11 p.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St., Vallejo

Thursday, November 12

English Conversation Club

Practice your English conversation skills with other adult learners in an informal and friendly setting. No registration required!

• Thu, 10 to 11 a.m.
• Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

The Roots of Health | The 12th Annual Public Health Speaker Series

Touro University California’s 12th annual Public Health Speaker Series brings together experts, scholars and community leaders to explore issues shaping public health and health disparities. This session, “Poverty, Incarceration, and Economic Stability,” features Reuben Jonathan Miller, PhD, examining the relationship between poverty and incarceration and how involvement with the criminal legal system can affect employment, housing, family economic stability and health. Lectures are free and open to the public. Light refreshments are provided, and registration is required.

• Thu, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Touro University, Lander Hall B, and Zoom
• 105 Owen Dr., Vallejo

Camden Files - book launch and signing

Author Candice Camden presents and signs “The Camden Files,” a legal thriller chronicling the 55-year career of defense attorney Stephen Camden as he navigated some of the darkest intersections of California’s justice system, from representing high-profile murderers and notorious inmates like Charles Manson to surviving his own public brush with the law.

• Thu, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• John F. Kennedy Library, Joseph Room
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Kirk Casey & The Groove Messengers

Original groove, jazz, funk, rock, Afrobeat and Sims music.

• Thu, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Melodies and Mantras

A community singing circle that meets every second Thursday.

• Thu, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Autonomous Gallery
• 419 Georgia St., Suite 8, Vallejo

Jazz at the Marquee - Erik von Buchau Trio

Thursday Jazz Night at the Marquee is led by Erik von Buchau, with featured artists and special guests changing weekly. Dinner and drinks are served from 5:30 p.m. and music runs from 7 to 9 p.m., followed by an open jam that’s free for musicians who want to sit in.

• Thu, 7 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St., VallejoFtro

Gain Speaking Confidence with Mare Island Toastmasters

Meetings usually include a prepared speech followed by an evaluation, while the Grammarian and Wizard of Ahs listen for turns of phrase and filler words. Members also practice impromptu speaking during Table Topics, which challenges you to think quickly and answer without preparation; at a recent meeting, the question was what you feel is the biggest communication challenge. You’ll also hear public speaking tips.

Meetings are held every Thursday online, with an in-person option on the first and second Thursdays of the month.

• Thu, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Kaiser Hospital Bldg. A, and online 
• 975 Sereno Dr., Vallejo

Friday, November 13

Vallejo Hike Club's Friday Morning Hike

Meet in the parking lot of the Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve for an early-morning wake-up hike every Friday. The moderate route has about 300 feet of elevation gain, and leashed dogs are welcome.

• Fri, 7 to 8 a.m.
• Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve
• 167 O'Hara Ct., Vallejo

Tabletop Gaming Club

Community members can play a wide array of tabletop games with other enthusiasts at the American Canyon Library’s tabletop gaming club.

• Fri, 2 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

TroyBoi at The Ruins

TroyBoi’s music spans trap, house, bass, future bass, vogue and dubstep, with strong Middle Eastern and Indian influences.

The Ruins is an abandoned cement factory built in the early 1900s, with exposed architecture, graffitied walls and an open-air stage. A full bar and food trucks will be available. This is a 21+ event.

• Fri, 3 to 9 p.m.
• The Ruins
• 100 Ruins Court, American Canyon

Vallejo 2nd Friday Artwalk

A free monthly community arts event that has energized downtown Vallejo since 2014, the Second Friday Art Walk features local artists, handmade crafts, gallery openings, open shops, restaurants, live music and more. Outdoor vendors set up on the 600 block of Marin Street, between Georgia and Virginia streets, with additional vendors, activities and arts and culture happenings throughout downtown.

• Fri, 5 to 9 p.m.
• Downtown Vallejo
• Georgia and Marin Streets and surrounding area, Vallejo

“Moments in the Light” Plein Air Painting

A debut exhibit by artists Jayann Bella, Barry Ebner, Kat Meler, Thuy Nguyen and Rayna Torres. Plein air painting is done on location, responding to the environment as it moves the artist. For these painters, it’s less about the exact details of a place than the interaction of color, the atmosphere and the feeling of standing out there — the immediacy of being alive.

• Fri, 5 to 9 p.m.
• McCune Collection
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Best In Show - Little Art Show - artist talk and opening reception

The Little Art Show’s “Best In Show” opens with a reception during the Vallejo Art Walk. The artist talk starts at 6:30 p.m., but come early to shop the vendor market of Little Art Show artists. Can’t make the reception? See the show during Vallejo Open Studios weekend, Nov. 14 and 15, or at the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum during regular hours through Dec. 7.

• Fri, 5 to 9 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St., Vallejo

New Orleans Supper Club

A Marquee Supper Club night built around New Orleans, with chicken and sausage jambalaya or Creole red beans and rice. The experience pairs dinner, drinks and a live-show atmosphere in the intimate Marquee Club.

• Fri, 5:30 to 9 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St., Vallejo

Don Bassey and Friends

Vallejo Brewing Company now hosts live music every Second Friday during the Vallejo Art Walk. Don Bassey and Friends will bring the vibes, featuring Erin Bakke and Pato Milo.

• Fri, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Vallejo Brewing Company
• 430 Virginia St., Vallejo

Bambinos Presents: Aki Kumar & The SBG's

Bambinos welcomes Aki Kumar & The SBG’s for live blues during this month’s Art Walk. Bring your friends, grab a bite and spend the evening in downtown Vallejo.

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Bambino's
• 301 Georgia St., Suite 100, Vallejo

Themed Paint Along - Autumn/Fall

Create your own painting in two hours at this relaxed, stress-free class. Follow along as instructor Desireee Lozada paints a themed artwork on the easel, adding your own personal touch if you like. Each class features a different scene, and beginners and experienced painters alike are welcome. All materials are provided.

• Fri, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Vallejo Community Center
• 225 Amador St., Vallejo

Soul Mechanix

Get funky with Graal Swartz’s all-star lineup.

• Fri, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Bay Area Cinema #8

Bay Area Cinema is a free, family-friendly pop-up microcinema showcasing short films. Its eighth show features 13 filmmakers, selected from just over 200 submissions from around the country and locally, with animation, documentary, music videos, narrative and experimental films exploring environmental, human interest and BIPOC/ethnic themes.

Filmmakers Jason Z. Wheat, Aliza Brugger, Jacques Derosena, Joe Coen, Allie Patten, Kyle Garrett, Charlotte Mathias, Abigail Pawlikowski, Andy Nappi, Danna Gonzalez, Alexandra Lukina, Zoe Miller and Rafeal Ross Jr. will stay for a Q&A with the audience immediately after the screening. Admission is free, with a $10 suggested donation.

• Fri, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
• The Exchange
• 617 Marin St., Vallejo

The Mirror: Stage Play

The Mirror is a one-man play that takes you inside the mind of James, a man caught between his present and past selves. In a series of intimate conversations with his reflection, James confronts his inner self, the protective voice that has shielded him from pain, rejection and vulnerability. James wants to live openly, take risks and love deeply, even if it means getting hurt, but his inner self resists. Through their dialogue, they explore relationships that never quite worked, career choices driven by fear rather than passion, and the triggers and traumas that shaped James.

• Fri, 7 p.m.
• Sir Winston Event House
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Flying Home

Respect is respect, and when a critical piece of the Chris' Club community passes we take a moment to honor the life that was lost. We're taking the time to honor Basir aka OG Philly. IYKYK. Philly loved the Chris' Club so we're coming together to give love back as we send him home for Flying Home. R.I.H soldier.

• Fri, 7 p.m.
• Chris' Club
• 656 Benicia Rd., Vallejo

The Noble Open Mic

The Noble Cinema Studios open mic returns! We will be giving away $100 to the best performer of the night! This event will feature San Quinn @sanquinn415 and Vitani @vitaniemg as special guests and will be performing a few songs. DM @infgang if you'd like to perform.

• Fri, 8 to 11 p.m.
• Noble Cinema Studios
• 1509 Solano Ave., Vallejo

Wake the Spirits Night!

Wake the Spirits Night honors the third Friday the 13th of 2026 with go-go dancers and uplifting beats spanning the decades. Dress in your best gold and white or red and black.

• Fri, 8 p.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401 Georgia St., Vallejo

Saturday, November 14

Vallejo Run Club

Join the Vallejo Run Club on our weekly Saturday morning and Wednesday evening runs. Our group meets, rain or shine, next to the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. We run 1-3 easy miles. Beginners to ultra marathoners welcome!

• Sat, 8 to 9 a.m.
• Vallejo Ferry Terminal
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

Vallejo Farmers’ Market

Shop here for a great selection of California-grown greens, fruits & veggies, as well as some nice specialty booths with baked goods, tamales and food trucks with down-to-earth prices.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Downtown Vallejo
• Georgia and Marin Streets, Vallejo

Community Coffee Tasting

Sample coffees from around the world side by side at this coffee cupping, developing your palate and discovering coffees you never knew existed. Browse crafts and confections from local vendors and enjoy made-to-order crêpes with live music, plus a poetry open mic on the first Saturday of the month.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Moschetti Coffee Roaster
• 11 Sixth St., Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios

Vallejo Open Studios is a free, self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries held the second weekend in November. Pick up an artist directory at the Vallejo Museum during regular hours or at any participating artist location to plan your tour of studios and exhibition locations across the city.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Vallejo
• Multiple addresses, Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios at MIAS

For Vallejo Open Studios, Mare Island Art Studios will be filled with art, conversation, works in progress, finished pieces, and plenty to discover. MIAS resident artists will be joined by guest artists for a weekend that brings together a wide range of mediums, styles, and creative practices under one roof.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., Vallejo

“Moments in the Light” Plein Air Painting

A debut exhibit by artists Jayann Bella, Barry Ebner, Kat Meler, Thuy Nguyen and Rayna Torres. Plein air painting is done on location, responding to the environment as it moves the artist. For these painters, it’s less about the exact details of a place than the interaction of color, the atmosphere and the feeling of standing out there — the immediacy of being alive.

• Sat, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• McCune Collection
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Saturday Crafternoons: Axolotl Alebrije

Celebrate Día de los Muertos by creating your own colorful axolotl alebrije.

• Sat, noon
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

Kitty Meet and Greet – Pet Adoptions

Come meet your new best friend! All cats and kittens adopted through Community Cat Advocates have been dewormed, treated for fleas, tested for FeLV and FIV, vaccinated to age-appropriate levels, microchipped and spayed or neutered.

• Sat, noon to 4 p.m.
• PetSmart
• 952 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

Saturday Drawing Club

Solano County Arts Council invites you to hang out and draw at this free weekly event. After grabbing fresh produce at the farmers market around the corner, stop by to doodle and draw in a casual, supportive environment. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring your own supplies if you can; limited supplies will be available. No inks or paints, please. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• Sat, noon to 2 p.m.
• City Arts Gallery
• 420 Virginia St., Suite 1A, Vallejo

Community Craft Day

Come meet up for a day of crafting with fellow community members. You are welcome to bring snacks for yourself or to share.

• Sat, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

AC Myles

AC Myles delivers unyielding guitar and vocal work in the vein of Joe Walsh, Johnny Winter, Elvin Bishop and Rory Gallagher.

• Sat, 1 to 3 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Papa Joe & The New Deal - Ultimate Family Dance Party!

Papa Joe & The New Deal play feel-good music you’ll recognize and love, spanning soul, R&B, reggae, old-school funk and Latin rock from the ’60s to today.

Cooked by Gio, a family-owned food trailer, will serve authentic Filipino street food such as sisig, barbecue and sinigang wings.

• Sat, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Vino Godfather Winery
• 1005 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

The Mirror: Stage Play

The Mirror is a one-man play that takes you inside the mind of James, a man caught between his present and past selves. In a series of intimate conversations with his reflection, James confronts his inner self, the protective voice that has shielded him from pain, rejection and vulnerability. James wants to live openly, take risks and love deeply, even if it means getting hurt, but his inner self resists. Through their dialogue, they explore relationships that never quite worked, career choices driven by fear rather than passion, and the triggers and traumas that shaped James.

• Sat, 2 p.m.
• Sir Winston Event House
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Live Music Saturday with Ben Cole

Ben Cole is an R&B-pop singer-songwriter delivering smooth vocals, emotional clarity, and modern production that blends contemporary R&B with polished pop melodies.

• Sat, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. Ferry Taproom
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

Don Arbor & The Bay Area All Stars

Don Arbor & The Bay Area All Stars features Curtis Ohlson, Kevin Hayes, Tal Morris and John R. Burr.

• Sat, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Glow in the Dark Family Dodgeball!

Play glow-in-the-dark dodgeball with the family in the new GVRD Sports Gym! Wear something neon and get competitive in a cool, glowing setting. Dodgeballs are provided. Ages 6 and up; players 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

• Sat, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• GVRD Sports Gym
• 501 Starr Ave., Vallejo

West Coast Caravan of All Stars Revue

Presented by the West Coast Blues Society, the West Coast Caravan of All Stars celebrates the unsung heroes of West Coast blues, R&B and soul with high-energy, feel-good, interactive live performances. Earls BBQ dinner will be available.

• Sat, 7 to 10 p.m.
• 4th Corner Speakeasy
• 431 Georgia St., Vallejo

Mark Hummel

Grammy nominee and Blues Music Award winner Mark Hummel headlines the historic Empress Theatre stage for an evening of Chicago and West Coast blues harp and swinging jump blues. Doors open for dinner at 7 p.m., and music starts at 8.

• Sat, 8 p.m.
• Empress Theatre
• 330 Virginia St., Vallejo

Townhouse Divas Drag Show

Come join Vicodonia Knightingale, Charity Kase and Holotta Tymes every second Saturday night at the Townhouse Cocktail Lounge!

• Sat, 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St., Vallejo

Puzzle Exchange

Love puzzles? Have extras you’ve already completed? Drop by anytime during the day to swap them. Take as many puzzles as you bring; they must have no missing pieces or parts and no stains, smells or damage.

• Sat
• Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

Sunday, November 15

Sunday Brunch at Village

Biscuits, burritos and more! The menu is announced earlier in the week.

• Sun, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Village
• 1503 Tennessee St., Vallejo

Congregation B'nai Israel Hanukkah Faire

Congregation B’nai Israel’s Hanukkah Faire offers holiday shopping with crafts, Judaica and gift wrapping, plus fun activities for kids and a bake sale. Food includes potato latkes with applesauce and sour cream, along with bagels and smoked salmon.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Congregation B'nai Israel
• 1256 Nebraska St., Vallejo

Kick Back Brunch

The Marquee Club’s relaxed Sunday brunch: food, drinks and an easy daytime atmosphere. Reservations are encouraged.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St., Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios

Vallejo Open Studios is a free, self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries held the second weekend in November. Pick up an artist directory at the Vallejo Museum during regular hours or at any participating artist location to plan your tour of studios and exhibition locations across the city.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Vallejo
• Multiple addresses, Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios at MIAS

For Vallejo Open Studios, Mare Island Art Studios will be filled with art, conversation, works in progress, finished pieces, and plenty to discover. MIAS resident artists will be joined by guest artists for a weekend that brings together a wide range of mediums, styles, and creative practices under one roof.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., Vallejo

“Moments in the Light” Plein Air Painting

A debut exhibit by artists Jayann Bella, Barry Ebner, Kat Meler, Thuy Nguyen and Rayna Torres. Plein air painting is done on location, responding to the environment as it moves the artist. For these painters, it’s less about the exact details of a place than the interaction of color, the atmosphere and the feeling of standing out there — the immediacy of being alive.

• Sun, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• McCune Collection
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

I Need a Mic: Open Mic

Poets, writers and artists of Vallejo are welcome at I Need a Mic: Open Mic, hosted by Ray. The gathering is about connecting as much as performing, celebrating the raw, the real and the unapologetically human art of expression. Bring your truth, your courage and your art, whether you come to share or to listen.

• Sun, noon to 2 p.m.
• City Arts Gallery
• 420 Virginia St., Suite 1A, Vallejo

Love in Action - Free Food, Clothing

If you or anyone you know is experiencing food insecurity or need, come to Revival Center Ministries for Love in Action, held every first and third Sunday. Free men’s and women’s clothing, coats, hygiene products and groceries are available. No family left behind!

• Sun, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• Revival Center Ministries
• 910 Tennessee St., Vallejo

Live Music Sunday with Micah Hammac

Vallejo singer-songwriter Micah Hammac performs original songs wandering through grief, growth and a life full of stories.

• Sun, 1 to 3 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. First Street Taphouse
• 440 First St., Benicia

Healing Hearts - A Healing Sip & Paint Experience

Healing Hearts by JassverArt is a creative experience designed to help you relax, reconnect and create from the heart. Begin with a gentle guided meditation, then paint your own wooden heart with step-by-step instruction; no experience is necessary. All art supplies are provided, and your first glass of wine is included with admission. Bring your own protective covering if you’d like. Charcuterie and other snacks will be available for purchase, along with additional wine by the glass or bottle.

• Sun, 1 to 3 p.m.
• Vino Godfather
• 1005 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

Mitch Woods & His Rocket 88’s

Mitch Woods & His Rocket 88’s take their inspiration from the great jump ’n’ boogie outfits and swingin’ little big bands of the ’40s.

• Sun, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Big Bites In The Bay

More than 15 food vendors, appearances by your favorite influencers and fun for the kids at this all-ages event featuring some of the best food in the Bay. Entry is $5.

• Sun, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Noble Cinema Studios
• 1509 Solano Ave., Vallejo

Speaker Series: World War II Shipyards by the Bay

Discover how the San Francisco Bay Area became a World War II shipbuilding powerhouse in this engaging presentation by historian and author Nicholas Veronico.

• Sun, 3 to 4 p.m.
• St. Peter’s Chapel
• 1181 Walnut Ave., Mare Island, Vallejo

The Mirror: Stage Play

The Mirror is a one-man play that takes you inside the mind of James, a man caught between his present and past selves. In a series of intimate conversations with his reflection, James confronts his inner self, the protective voice that has shielded him from pain, rejection and vulnerability. James wants to live openly, take risks and love deeply, even if it means getting hurt, but his inner self resists. Through their dialogue, they explore relationships that never quite worked, career choices driven by fear rather than passion, and the triggers and traumas that shaped James.

• Sun, 5:30 p.m.
• Sir Winston Event House
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Monday, November 16

Computer Skills Class / Habilidades de computación

Learn to use a laptop, the internet, and email, as well as basic computer security and more.

• Mon, 10 a.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

JFK Library Evening Book Club

The Evening Book Club is a fun, safe place to discuss interesting books, exchange ideas and meet new people — and maybe venture beyond your usual genres.

• Mon, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Shut Up and Write

Benicia Literary Arts hosts an evening of focused writing time at the Benicia Library. Writers of all genres and experience levels are welcome. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and quiet writing time starts at 6:45 p.m. At 8:15 p.m., participants wrap up and get to know each other, sharing challenges and successes as writers, with no obligation to share your work. Feel free to take breaks as needed.

• Mon, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Benicia Public Library, Doña Benicia Room
• 150 E. L St., Benicia

Unpacking the VPD Badge Bending Records: A Discussion Between ACLU NorCal and Open Vallejo

Join us for a virtual discussion between Avi Frey, Deputy Director of the Criminal Law & Immigration Project at the ACLU of Northern California and Geoff King, Executive Editor of Open Vallejo as we break down the recently released records that detail the Vallejo Police Department's badge bending ritual. The event will be moderated by Allyssa Victory, Senior Staff Attorney at the ACLU of Northern California.

• Mon, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• Virtual

Tuesday, November 17

Baby Bounce

Bring your baby for cozy, active lap time with songs, rhymes, a book or two and developmentally appropriate activities designed for one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver. Storytime is geared toward ages 0-2, from birth until they start walking, and is followed by time to stay and play or talk with other caregivers.

• Tue, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Preschool Storytime

We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books at the library today. Everyone is welcome!

• Tue, 10:30 a.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

Stay & Play @ JFK

Join other families at this library preschool play group. Build friendships and community. This event will repeat almost every Tuesday morning with open play. Adult supervision is required.

• Tue, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Español en Coro

We meet every Tuesday at 5 p.m.! ¡Nos reunimos todos los martes a las 5! Practice Spanish in a relaxed, welcoming environment! This informal club brings learners and speakers together to explore Spanish through conversation, games, and activities. While it's not a formal class, participants will learn collaboratively and occasionally connect with Spanish speakers for conversation practice. Beginners, learners, and speakers of all levels are welcome.

• Tue, 5 to 6 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Beginner Friendly Sewing Workshop

The Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library is hosting a start-to-finish guided sewing program to make an electric heating pad cover from an old flannel sheet. One fabric option will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own materials. If you plan to bring your own sewing machine, let the library know so the room can be set up accordingly. Registration is required due to limited machines and supplies. You’ll need an electric heating pad (not provided) and a piece of fabric slightly bigger than the heating pad when folded in half; old flannel clothes can be upcycled instead.

• Tue, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Cornhole Fun Nights at Vallejo

All are welcome to play, from beginners to regulars. Sign up through Scoreholio, message the group on Facebook or just show up. $10 entry fee.

• Tue, 6:15 to 9:45 p.m.
• Vallejo Veterans Memorial Building
• 420 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council meetings are hybrid in-person and on Zoom. Agendas can be viewed on the City Agendas & Videos webpage and are posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance for regular meetings.

A video link will appear at the left of the agenda page once the meeting begins and will also serve as an archive of the meeting. For better live video performance, use the direct Zoom link in the first paragraph of the agenda window, on the second tab. City Council meetings are also broadcast on Vallejo’s cable channel, VCAT.

• Tue, 7 to 11 p.m.
• Vallejo City Hall
• 555 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

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