Upcoming Vallejo Events — Hitchcock and Shakespeare come to Vallejo stages

VALLEJO — On Friday, Bay Area Stage Productions will open a comic interpretation of “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit based on John Buchan's 1915 novel and the 1935 Alfred Hitchcock film.

 The actors will perform numerous roles, ranging from overbearing matrons to menacing double agents. There will be performances on Friday and Saturday evenings and matinées  on Sunday.

On Saturday afternoon, Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park will perform “Songs and Sonnets,” a musical fundraiser for the troupe at the Vallejo Museum. Proceeds from the show will help support the summertime production of free Shakespeare plays in outdoor settings around the San Francisco Bay Area. 

This year’s offering is “As you Like It” which will open in Hanns Park in Vallejo in late July. “Songs and Sonnets” will feature the songs “Oh, Mistress Mine,” “Twelfth Night,” “As You Like It,” and modern renditions from Hamlet, as well as the sonnet “Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day?” and other favorites.

Personal Space gallery will hold a reception to open a new art show on Sunday afternoon with the theme “A Form to Accommodate the Mess,” based on writer Samuel Beckett’s assertion that the artist’s task is to find a form to accommodate the mess of modern life. 

The curated exhibition features the work of artists who distinctly articulate the mess of the world, the mess in our minds and the messiness of day-to-day existence through a diverse range of media. The show will be on display on Sunday afternoons through July 13.

The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is inviting district residents to provide input on their 2025-2026 budget at their board meeting on Thursday evening. Would you like the district to keep funding late night basketball and other after school programs, or something else? An online survey is available to people who are unable to attend the meeting.

The Vallejo City Unified School District is getting a jump on Pride Month on Wednesday evening, with an LGBTQ Pride Flag raising ceremony and resolution to recognize June as Pride Month. The flag will fly at the school district office for the month of June.

Monday is Memorial Day, and two events are scheduled in Vallejo. Retired U.S. Navy Capt. Jeffrey Marshall will speak at the Mare Island Naval Cemetery at 9 a.m. and retired U.S. Navy Cmdr. William Fernow will speak at 11 a.m. at the Vallejo Warriors’ Memorial behind Vallejo City Hall.

American Canyon will also honor the fallen at a ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park at 11 a.m.

These are just some highlights of upcoming events. Scroll down the list below for live music, art, recreation and poetry, and be sure to check our events page for late-breaking updates, artist workshops and kids’ activities.

Wednesday, May 21

STEAM with Miss Christine

Join us for a STEAM activity where we explore different projects that spark curiosity and creativity.

• Wed, 3 to 4 p.m.
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

Read to a Dog

By providing safe, positive interaction with animals, Read to a Dog offers children a relaxed, non-judgmental environment in which to practice reading. The benefits of reading to animals have been documented to include increased reading fluency and improved attitudes about reading aloud. Recommended for children ages 5-12.

• Wed, 4 to 5 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Lawyers in the Library

The Vallejo JFK Library offers the Lawyers in the Library program on the first and third Wednesdays of every month. Each meeting is 15 minutes. Space is limited and slots fill up on a first come, first serve basis. Please call us at (866) 572-7587 or come in-person at 9am on the day of the program to reserve a spot.

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

VCUSD 2025 Pride Resolution and Flag Rasing

Join the LGBTQ Community as the Vallejo City Unified School District makes a resolution to recognize June as Pride Month, and raise the LGBTQ Pride Flag ceremonially. The flag will fly at the school district office for the month of June.

• Wed, 6 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo City Unified School District
• 665 Walnut Ave., 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

A.C. Myles

A.C. Myles has been honing his skills as a blues musician for 17 years, performing in 47 states and in places as far-flung as Western Europe and the Middle East. Myles describes his most recent album as a combination of both original songs and classic covers, ranging in style from traditional blues to 70s blues-rock. “There are also several tracks by artists I’ve had the opportunity to perform with over the years,” he says, “including Elvin Bishop, Roman Carter, and Fillmore Slim.”

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

Wednesday Night Open Mic

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

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

Thursday, May 22

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

Art Beat Poetry Hour

Poets take turns at the mic open mic style for an hour long poetry show. Hosted by DJ LaLa and former Benicia poet laureate Tom Stanton.

• Thu, 10:30 a.m. to noon
• OZCAT Radio Station
• 1026 Georgia St., Vallejo

Solano County Behavioral Health: Healing Through Stories

Join us for an open conversation on mental health. Hear courageous panelists share their journeys- the struggles, triumphs, and everything in between. Engage in a safe space where you can ask questions and foster understanding. Free admission and light refreshments. Brought to you by Solano County Behavioral Health.

• Thu, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

The Makery

Come experience Solano County Library's makerspace- The Makery! Equipment includes: 3D printer, vinyl cutter, digital production equipment, drawing tablets and much more! Drop-in and discover what we have. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

• Thu, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Books 2 Movies

A 4-week book club cycle for teens 12-16, May 1 through 22. During the first three weeks, teens will read a book. In the final week, the movie adaptation will be shown. Enjoy some light snacks, make new friends, and engage in lively discussions. Book 1 is "The Martian" by Andy Weir

• Thu, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Rod Robotics Demo

Rodriguez High School's Rod Robotics will share their passion for robotics and demonstrate some of their builds which you'll also get to touch for an entertaining interactive experience! All ages welcome!

• Thu, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Fairfield Cordelia Library
• 5050 Business Center Drive, Fairfield

GVRD Budget Process Public Outreach

District residents are invited to join the Greater Vallejo Recreation District at their May 22nd Board Meeting to provide input on the upcoming budget for 2025-2026. How are we doing? Are we providing the types of programs that make a difference to our youth and to our community as a whole? If you're unable to attend, please consider giving feedback through the online survey.

• Thu, 6:30 p.m.
• GVRD Administrative Office
• 401 Amador St., Vallejo

Alibi Bookshop May Book Club: Yellowface by R.F. Kuang Thursday, May 22nd 7pm

By popular demand, we will be reading and discussing "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang for our May Book Club. Part thriller, part horror, part satire, and all important social commentary on cultural appropriation — it is so good, and there is a good reason why it's been on all the bestseller lists.

• Thu, 7 p.m.
• Alibi Bookshop
• 624 Marin St, Vallejo

Friday, May 23

Family Storytime

Our family storytimes are great for the whole family. Have children of different ages? Bring them all! These stories and activities are for everyone.

• Fri, 10 to 10:35 a.m.
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

The Makery

Come experience Solano County Library's makerspace- The Makery! Equipment includes: 3D printer, vinyl cutter, digital production equipment, drawing tablets and much more! Drop-in and discover what we have. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

• Fri, 2 to 4:45 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Live Music Friday with Matt Jaffe

Matt Jaffe has co-written with Chuck Prophet and Tom Higgenson of Plain White T’s, crisscrossed the country opening for Blues Traveler and Alejandro Escovedo, and recorded half a dozen albums alongside luminaries of the Bay Area music scene. Inspired by the great lineage of rock n' roll, he marries literary lyrics with the undeniable urge to dance.

• Fri, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Company - Coal Shed Brewery
• 850 Nimitz Ave, Vallejo

Don Bassey & Friends

One of the Bay Area's finest blues and rock lineups.

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

The 39 Steps

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps , a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater. This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance.

• Fri, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Bay Area Stage Theatre
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Saturday, May 24

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

Community Coffee Tasting with Sobre Cuerdas

Sample coffee from around the world, browse crafts and confections by local vendors, or enjoy made-to order crêpes while listening to reggae pop fusion by the Sobre Cuerdas duo. Music played from 10 a.m. to 1p.m.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Moschetti Coffee
• 11 Sixth St. (Curtola Pkwy. & Solano Ave.), 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

2025 Business Expo

Join us for The Sayles Group Business Expo, a premier event designed to showcase local businesses, foster connections, and give back to our community! Whether you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or community supporter, this expo is your opportunity to network, discover, and grow.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Dan Foley Cultural Center
• 1499 North Camino Alto, Vallejo

Kitty Meet and Greet – Pet Adoptions

Come meet your next best friend! Evening appointments also available. All cats and kittens who are adopted out 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 3 p.m.
• PetSmart
• 952 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

Groovy Judy

Love-infused Rock grooves inspired by Jimi Hendrix, Beatles and Sly & The Family Stone.

• Sat, 1 to 3:30 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Sewing & Craft Circle

Sewing and craft circle at the IntegriTea Arts Collective!

• Sat, 1 to 4 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Shakespeare's Songs & Sonnets

Fundraiser to support Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park. Songs: Thomas Morley's 'Oh, Mistress Mine' - Twelfth Night and 'It was a lover and his lass' - As You Like It, plus modern renditions from Hamlet. Sonnets: 'Shall I compare thee to a summers day,' 'Let me not, to the marriage of true minds' and other favorites.

• Sat, 2 to 4 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St, Vallejo

Red's Blues

Join us in another fun filled evening as Red's Blues graces our stage yet again. They will be hosting a night filled with your favorite covers ranging from Americana Roots, Traditional Blues, Country & more!

• Sat, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Bambinos Vallejo
• 301 Georgia street #122, Vallejo

Anthony Arya Band

As featured on NBC's 'The Voice', on team Adam (Adam Levine of Maroon 5)

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

The 39 Steps

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps , a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater. This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance.

• Sat, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Bay Area Stage Theatre
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays

Ava LaShay hosts Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays drag show, 4th Saturdays, with Queera Nightly and Avery Night.

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

Sunday, May 25

St. Peter's Chapel - Self-guided Tour

If you've never seen the interior be prepared to be astounded by the 29 stained-glass windows and the magnificence of the interior. Docents will be available to answer all your questions. All we ask is a $5 donation toward the chapel maintenance fund. St. Peter's Chapel is open to the public every second and fourth Sunday of the month.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• St. Peter’s Chapel
• 1181 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

Spring Art Show

This group exhibition features a vibrant mix of local artists and their newest works.

• Sun, noon to 4 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., Vallejo

Yoga and Begonias

Join us for a relaxing and rejuvenating Sunday of yoga and your favorite slow jams. Come connect with self, nature and the rhythm of music.

• Sun, noon to 2 p.m.
• Neighborhood Plant Dealer
• 419 Georgia st. Suite 10, Vallejo

Live Music Sunday with Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander

Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander are two members of a larger six piece original funky soul-jazz band called Tori Roze and The Hot Mess. The band has been nominated for seven San Diego Music Awards including "Best Acoustic Performer," "Best Blues Album," and "Best Pop Album."

• Sun, 1 to 3 p.m.
• First Street Taphouse
• 440 1st St, Benicia

Soul'd Out Band

Get ready for an afternoon of non-stop hits and timeless classics with Soul'd Out Band! This talented band will take you on a musical journey through the decades with their eclectic mix of genres and styles. Whether you're a fan of pop, rock, hip-hop or R&B, Soul'd Out Band has got you covered. So come join us and experience the musical magic of Soul'd Out!

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

A Form to Accommodate the Mess – Art Opening Reception

A Form to Accommodate the Mess art show is curated by Corentin Canesson and MacKenzie Stevens. Music and beverages by Village. Featuring work by over a dozen artists.

• Sun, 2 to 5 p.m.
• Personal Space
• 1505 Tennessee St, Vallejo

The Bell Brothers

The Country and Americana powerhouse brothers have etched their mark on the musical landscape, steeped in passion, musicianship, and gritty authenticity.

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

The 39 Steps

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps , a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater. This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance.

• Sun, 3 to 5 p.m.
• Bay Area Stage Theatre
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Salsa & Bachata Class

Salsa & Bachata Class at H Lounge Bar in Vallejo by Cuban Rhythm and Rumba Studio, Every Sunday!

• Sun, 8 to 9 p.m.
• H Lounge
• 472 Benicia Road, Vallejo

Monday, May 26

Memorial Day Ceremony

The keynote speaker will be retired U.S. Navy Capt. Jeffrey Marshall, the U.S. Veterans Affairs NCA Pacific District Chief of Operations and assists the executive director in overseeing 24 national cemeteries and four satellite cemeteries in the western U.S., Alaska and Hawaii.

• Mon, 9 to 10 a.m.
• Mare Island Naval Cemetery
• 167 O’Hara Court, Vallejo

Memorial Day Ceremony

The keynote speaker, sponsored by the U.S. Submarine Veterans - Mare Island Base, Vallejo Veterans Memorial Building Council and city of Vallejo, will be retired U.S. Navy Cmdr. William Fernow, US Navy Retired. Among his many military assignments, Fernow served as executive officer on the the USS Halibut out of Mare Island.

• Mon, 11 a.m. to noon
• Vallejo Warriors’ Memorial
• 3 Capitol St. Behind Vallejo City Hall, Vallejo

Memorial Day Ceremony

Honor the Fallen with us at the Veterans Memorial Park.

• Mon, 11 a.m. to noon
• Veterans Memorial Park
• 2801 Broadway St., American Canyon

Movement with Mary Jane

We are excited to welcome you to Movement with Mary Jane. A guided movement flow to enhance the mind, body, spirit connection. Inhale 6 to 7 p.m. is the "Inhale Session", where we vaporize our herbal allies and unwind over freshly brewed tea. 7-8 p.m. is the "Exhale Flow", where we center in our breath and find balance in our bodies through soft stretches, moving into gentle, breath-informed dance. This is an infused experience for people 21 and over, exceptions made if you have a doctor’s recommendation.

• Mon, 6 to 8 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Tuesday, May 27BAS

Community Resource Fair

Free lunch, clothing, housing & mental health resources, substance abuse, veterans services, health related resource and much more.

• Tue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church
• 900 6th St., Vallejo

Sahaja Yoga

Know and experience the true meaning of Yoga during a weekly Sahaja Yoga session. All are welcome.

• Tue, 6 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

CreativiTea & Craft Club Every Tuesday

Vallejo CreativiTea Club (AKA Doodle & Draw) is now every Tuesday night from 6-8, though we frequently stay later. Open to all ages and skill levels. Get together with your downtown arts community to work side by side on art projects while sipping tea and listening to music. Bring a project you're working on, or get inspired to start something fresh. We will have some art supplies available. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated.

• Tue, 6 to 8 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council meetings are now hybrid in-person and on Zoom. Agendas can be viewed on the City Agendas & Videos webpage at www.cityofvallejo.net and are posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance. There will be a video link at the left of the agenda page once the meeting begins. This will also serve as a future archive of the meeting. For better live video performance or to participate remotely, use the direct Zoom link found 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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